A home-y feeling diner with lovely staff, and even better food! A must for breakfast! Tucked right off of Broadway, this place is a true hidden gem in a bustling neighborhood. read more

Best breakfast in Nashville, great tunes, amazing waffles, made to order true diner experience! Dafney our server was on her game, loved it!

Stumbled across this place when my friend and I were looking for some late night food after a night out on broadway. This diner is conveniently located right off of Broadway and its 24 hours!! When we arrived, there was open seating so we got a spot at one of the horseshoe tables at the bar (there are two booths at the end of the restaurant and the majority of seating is bar seating shaped as horseshoes - there are 3 of them). I love breakfast wraps so that is what I went with. The wrap was really good, i would not say it was small. The hash browns at Sun Diner are so good - they aren't what I typically put in the category of "hash browns" though. The side dish involves cubed potatoes and include a variety of potato types, a great twist. If you're looking for some food late at night/during odd hours - this is the place! read more

Sun Diner - breakfast wrap - scrambled eggs | hash browns | cheddar cheese | bacon | pico de gallo | hash browns | lettuce | sour cream | pico de gallo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Came in late for some ALL day breakfast, The waitress was very sweet and gave us great service. (Didn't catch her name, but she finished her shift at 11 and transferred us to her manager) We ordered waffles and chicken and a donut sandwich (check out the pictures) and holy shit! Sooooooo good. Super disappointed we found out about this place on the last night. Will definitely come back, so much we gotta try! read more

Sun Diner - Yes that is in fact a saucisse pattie with a fried egg and cheese between TWO DONUTS! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Great place to come on the late night in Nashville if you're hungry and want breakfast . My husband and I shared the chicken and waffles and we were impressed. Just enough seating and the service was good. I did wish they had more options on the menu, but I can't complain because the quality of our food was excellent. Stop in, you won't be disappointed. read more

Sun Diner - Chicken and Waffles with gravy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

We had breakfast here in a Sunday. We got a seat at the counter right away. By 9:30 there was a line out of the door. Our waitress was right on it bringing us coffee. We decided to share the breakfast tacos. Wow they were huge and yummy. I'm glad we shared the order. Three large tacos stuffed with eggs sausage cheese and veggies. The plate also had potatoes on it. They were a really good mix of sweet potatoes and reg potatoes. We really liked our breakfast and the atmosphere. read more

Food and service was great, staff was friendly and made you feel like your were at home!

Thought I ordered too much food but handed back nothing but empty plate. Try the house made condiments

My cousin and I couldn't find a brunch place with the vibe we were looking for until we found the Sun Diner. This place was GREAT. Our waitress was phenomenal. I wish I remembered her name but you can tell she was experienced and excellent at her job. We got the hangover flatbread and the creme brûlée French toast. Both are to die for! Don't forget to ask for the breakfast sauce for the French toast Both entrees we're more than worth what we paid and left us feeling full for hours! read more

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This place had a line out the door so I figured it must be as good as the reviews said it was. The line moved very quickly. I think we may have waited about 20 minutes if that to be seated. Normally pre-COVID, the diner is open 24 hours! I believe the server said during COVID they are currently staying open to 1am. He was moving fast so I'm not 100% sure that's what he said. The point is that you can get good eats here almost around the clock. The hostess and our server were very nice! I forget the hostess name but she was a fellow Michigan native. Great service! I ordered the Creme Brulee French Toast without whip cream just because I'm not a fan. It was DELICIOUS! It's a twist on the normal French Toast as it's made with a Cinnamon bread. Can you say yummy??? My husband ordered the Chicken and Waffles minus the white gravy. He's not a gravy guy. He enjoyed his meal as well. I stole a piece of his chicken to balance out my sugar overload. It was really good; seasoned very well. We were in and out within an hour. Great food, great service...just go and see for yourself! It only serves beer from what I noticed so no mimosas ladies, sorry! But it's right in the heart of downtown Nashville so you can always go for Mimosas afterwards :-) Prices were good and portions are large. Neither of us could finish our plates. The coffee wasn't all that great to me but the honestly the only con that I can think of. Creme Brulee $14 Chicken and Waffles $15 read more

Food not so great, but the place was certainly interesting. Our waiter was personable. The seating setup is pretty cool & unique. Surprised it wasn't packed given how many many people were all over the streets. The food was, eh. I had to try the donut sausage breakfast sandwich. (I prefer a donut hamburger, but that's neither here nor there.). The gravy was pretty gross. But the pork potatoes were good & the pork belly was wonderful. The overall price though, wow. It was a bit steep, especially for what they offer. read more

Enjoyed the breakfast quesadillas and side of asparagus which we shared. Diner had many original photos of singing legends like Elvis, B B King and Johnny Cash. Wanted to try the donut breakfast sandwich, which looked Devine! Right across the street from the Marriott and next door to Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline museums. read more

Sun Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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We were new to the Nashville scene. The set up for a table was new to us but we enjoyed every last bite! I orders the Quartet and my fiancé had the country fried steak. We shared tastes and it was ALL delicious! read more

Great for late night food after a late night on Broadway Pros: Not too busy so you can get seated easily Open late Quick service Fair prices Cool atmosphere for music lovers Cons: You get what you order - greasy food for a late night (I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to visit) read more

Loved the atmosphere! Nathan was our server and he was awesome! Highly recommend if you are visiting Nashville read more

Sun Diner - Breakfast tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

The absolute best diner in Nashville. The service is the best we've ever had and the food is to die for definitely going back before we leave. read more

Sun Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Definitely recommended if you're in the area - was hungry and between museums (it is next to the Johnny Cash museum). Had the breakfast tacos - perfect - hit the spot. Will definitely return if I'm in the area. Service was great as well. read more

This was our first meal in Nashville. Definitely off to a great start. The staff was attentive and courteous. The recommendations were spot on. Thanks Nathan and your team for a great experience. read more

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I'm not sure what Edison bulbs and barnwood have to do with Sun Records, but OK. I was willing to give this place a chance. Seating is intimate, with most of the place taken up with stools on a zig-zagging counter. There are a couple of tables, but if you counted on sitting together, there are certainly better options close by. Music is loud; almost too much so, given that I could hardly hear my lunch companion two seats down from me. This place has a definite focus on appearances, but the execution is lacking. My plate had obviously been sitting for a while -- I ordered an omelette with home fries, and the potatoes were cold and the cheddar had congealed. That's not quite what I had expected for a $14 breakfast entree. To their credit, they at least were able to serve hot potatoes quickly when I asked, which surprised me given how long the wait was for food in a half-full restaurant. This is a place that caters to tourists, which is fine for what it is, but this local is going to stay away. This is a highly polished and attractive looking souvenir stand, but the restaurant comes off as an afterthought. read more

2.0. I'm unsure of how this diner scored so highly. We really wanted to like this place but the food was cold and underwhelming which is hard to understand because the kitchen is right by you. We had chicken and waffles. This was the worst chicken and waffle we've ever tasted. The chicken was bland, the waffle was dry and the gravy so thick and even more bland. By the food being cold we asked them to put it on the warmer. I wish we hadn't because the waffle was even more dry. I've had really great chicken and waffles so to their benefit they had a very high standard to reach and sadly fell short. Take message: Maybe select another option or take the risk if you must. I'm heading to the waffle House because we're still hungry. read more

Randomly found this place while vacationing in downtown Nashville but so glad we tried it. After a late night out, having an amazing breakfast is exactly what the doctor ordered and Sun Diner delivered. Hubs had the breakfast tacos with pork and I had the omelet. Make sure to get the hash brown potatoes and a pastry or pancakes!!! Fantastic server too...thank you Daphne! read more

Sun Diner - Enjoying 80s jams at Sun Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This may be the best diner food I've ever ingested. The chicken and waffles is amazing. Their chicken fingers alone are to die for. They are made fresh with the perfect ratio of chicken to batter. The French Toast was phenomenal and the Short Rib Hash was also top notch. My girlfriend and I also decided to try one of their cinnamon rolls and that was crazy good as well. Stayed in Nashville for 4 days and this is the only place I revisited more than once (stopped by 3 times!). In short, this is a must try place while on broadway in Nashville. They're open 24 hours too, so it's great for late night cravings! read more

Sun Diner - French Toast along side the Chicken and Waffles. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Ok this should be a go to grub place. Open 24 hours!! The menu changes as the hours so be aware but food and service is great!! Food is fabulous on top of being required at late times. We ate lunch and at 2:30 am... what ever that might be called!! read more

Sun Diner - So good!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Loved everything about Sun Diner!! The menu had a variety of options to choose from that satisfied everyone in our party. The food was delicious with large portions. Service was great and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend the sweet tea and chicken and waffles. Will definitely make a return trip to Sun Diner in the future! read more

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My 1st late nite spot in Nashville! Open 24 hours a day. I checked out the limited menu and walked in not sure what to expect... and they delivered! This place is a throw back to the old Sun Records, and is right next door to be Johnny Cash museum... Photo of his motorcycle included. Some cool options from a breakfast sandwich between a glazed donut to omelette, pancakes, waffles and burgers. I had the Million Dollar Quartet with Home made sausage, Eggs, Bacon & hash browns. They should warn you that the food is massive and an amazing value for someone who lives in SF. And the shakes aren't half bad too. With the friendly service, these guys are going to do well. They said they just opened on Thurs so I caught them in he first few days. My server was Angela and the chef was Ed. Solid service and I will be back when I visit Nashville again! read more

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Great little place. Expect to sit on a stool at the counter and make friends with the people sitting next to you. Food was great and service was fast. Breakfast tacos and Crème Brûlée French Toast were great! read more

Everywhere we tried to go was too busy and this place had no wait and I don't know why. The place is so cute and the food is so good! They're ranch is the best!!! Food is nothing too fancy but hits the spot. The burger and chicken fingers are spot on!!!! The amazing and friendly service is also a plus. Food came out in maybe 10 minutes. Must check it out, skip all the other places with long wait times and come here !!! read more

I was staying downtown for work, and I needed to grab lunch before a meeting. I walked into Sun Diner, a pretty new spot at the time, because there aren't a ton of restaurants downtown with awesome reviews. This one looked intriguing, and I love breakfast food any time of day. I loved the decor and layout! Really fitting for Music City, delightfully retro. Most of the seating is at the counter, which is casual and laid back. The food was pretty good. I had a breakfast burrito. The potatoes surprised me because there were sweet ones in the mix, not bad. I got the wrong tea from my server at first, but it was corrected pretty easily. Prices are on par for downtown, touristy Nashville. Steep but expected. My one complaint is that I had to pay at the register, which is located by the door, and there just isn't much space there if there's a line. I kept bumping into people entering the restaurant while I waited. Overall, I'd say this is a safe bet when you're downtown, and I think it would taste even better at 3am. After all, it's a 24-hour diner! read more

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Went to Sun Diner for breakfast at 8:30am this morning. I was happily surprised that it was almost empty. I was running in late so I didn't look at the menu. I just ordered bacon, eggs, hash browns, toast and coffee. I asked for the eggs to be cooked "over well" and to make sure the yokes were not broken. What showed up were eggs that looked like they had almost been scrambled, burnt toast, and cottage fries. On the plus side, everything was hot, except the toast, and the bacon was good. Needless to say, for $19.00 plus tip, I was disappointed. And I will never go back. I'm a local. read more

Great Diner! Awesome menu, fast and friendly service, Don't let the wait keep you from this gem. They're efficient in their craft of "service and serving" from a menu that's sure to set ones taste buds to wonder. My first stop, whenever in Nashville! Enjoy~ DS read more

Freaking awesome little spot. A MUST go in Nashville. We were here for a week and went back a 2nd time because it was SO good. Between both visits my wife and I had the chicken and waffles 5/5 the creme brûlée French toast 5/5 the pork belly hash 5/5 and the pork belly tacos 4/5. Such amazing food and amazing service as well. DEFINITELY recommend. Must experience this breakfast place when in Nashville. read more

We wanted to grab brunch here but it was slammed, so instead we came back after bar hopping just before midnight and it was the perfect late dinner. We tried the quesadilla, waffle and the grilled cheese burger thing - all great! Cheap too. read more

Best chicken fried steak I've ever had. tender all the way through and the breading was seasoned. Oh yeah, yummy pork belly!

Great customer service from the minute you walk in. Got seated quick, like the setup. The food was AMAZING. Their fried potatoes to their house made ketchup, everything was delicious. Definitely recommend! read more

Food was delicious. Portions were generous. Price was right. Got seated quickly for a group of five. Busy at the time we were there, so servers were rushing around and not very attentive. I would totally come come back. read more

My wife and I stopped in the diner while we were touring the area by foot. There was absolutely no other patrons in the restuarant, we were greated by some friendly staff as we walked in and told to sit anywhere. We sat down and noticed at least 3 staff sitting at the tables and eating. After 10 minutes of not being waited on and watching staff eat, we got up and left because the staff was apparently more interested in eating then waiting on us. As we left, we were told to have a nice day. This whole experience left me and my wife wondering what the heck we just experienced? With all this said and the fact that there are so many choices in town, we will never recommend this place nor eat here ourselves. What a joke! read more

A great little breakfast place. Our server, Jillian, was fun and very efficient. The entrees she suggested for both my husband and myself were unique and delicious. My only complaint is the noise level. But it was full of my fellow EAGLES fans as we dined at one of the counters. The trip to the very modern bathroom takes you downstairs and through an interesting walk as you pass a gift shop (I think connected to Jason Aldean's) and glimpses of kitchens of other restaurants. They're are all connected in this little corner of lower Broadway. read more

The food was worth the wait. Very good! The line moved quickly and after we were seated the service was prompt.

Classic diner set up with special items on the menu. Hard to decide what to get everything looks amazing Staff super friendly Open 24hrs read more

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The egg tacos were horrible. The egg wasn't egg not sure what it was. Everything was stone cold....the potatoes....the cheese...the pork belly was cold and so thick....it was disgusting. Don't understand how a place that is so busy with so much turn over can serve food that is so fukin bad. Time for some new cooks. read more