There will always be good BBQ, hot chicken, and meat ‘n’ threes in Nashville—perhaps the best you’ve ever tasted (don’t change too much, Music City!). But if you limit your culinary sojourns to those iconic dishes, you’ll be missing out on one of Nashville’s best features: the breadth and depth of its chef-driven restaurants. James Beard Award nominees and winners are around every corner turning out creative spins on classic French dishes, modern Mediterranean, omakase, Japanese kakigōri, and (of course) time-honored Southern food. It’s hard to whittle down your must-eat list if you’re only in town for a weekend—you might have to sneak in a first lunch and a second lunch—but these noteworthy spots are great places to start. Here are the best restaurants in Nashville.
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How we choose the best restaurants in Nashville
Every restaurant on this list has been selected independently by Condé Nast Traveler editors and reviewed by a local contributor who has visited that restaurant. Our editors consider both high-end and affordable eateries, and weigh stand-out dishes, location, and service—as well as inclusivity and sustainability credentials. We update this list as new restaurants open and existing ones evolve.
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