Let's Eat (in downtown Nashville)!
Whether it's a big, juicy, flame-grilled steak or just some good ol' down home cookin', no trip is complete without dining at some of the best places in town. And Nashville has some of the best places to feast this side of the Cumberland River.
We've compiled a list for you of some of the restaurants you'll find close to the Ryman Auditorium in downtown Nashville. Plus! We've also asked the stars to share their favorite places to eat in the Nashville area. Visit the Star Cafe to see what they recommend.
Wildhorse Saloon
Located just 2 blocks from the Ryman Auditorium on Second Avenue is the world-famous
Wildhorse Saloon - Nashville's number-one entertainment and dining destination. The restaurant boasts multiple awards from both regional and national competitions. Known for their Southern barbecue, juicy steaks, and famous fried pickles.
120 Second Avenue North
615-902-8200
B.B. King's Blues Club & Restaurant
At
B.B. King's Blues Club & Restaurant you can enjoy live music and favorite dishes such as seafood gumbo, fried pickles, “Memphis Style” ribs, and southern fried catfish plus delicious desserts.
152 Second Avenue North
615-256-2727
Big River Grille & Brewing Works
Big River Grille & Brewing Works features fresh beer, fresh food in a fun, casual atmosphere including a large, covered patio.
111 Broadway
615-251-4677
Cadillac Ranch All-American Bar & Grill
Cadillac Ranch All-American Bar & Grill features country, rock and Top 40 music, a long drink list and a grill serving burgers and wings.
305 Broadway
615-742-9078
Demos' Steak & Spaghetti House
Demos' Steak & Spaghetti House features pasta and steak. This downtown restaurant is a local favorite. Try the buttery rolls and famous chicken and rice soup.
300 Commerce Street
615-256-4655
Hard Rock Cafe
Hard Rock Cafe is a music-themed restaurant that serves an all-American menu. The kitchen churns out group-friendly appetizers like nachos and Southern staples like barbecue ribs and chicken. Burgers are served with hefty sides of fries and the signature pulled-pork sandwich is topped with vinegar barbecue sauce. The gift shop sells branded items like T-shirts, shot glasses and hats.
100 Broadway
(615) 742-9900
Jack's Bar-B-Que
Proudly serving barbeque from “Pit to Plate.”
Jack’s Bar-B-Que offers Tennessee pork shoulder, Texas beef brisket, smoked turkey, Texas sausage, St. Louis style ribs, smoked chicken, and other Southern cuisine served with our award winning sauces.
416 Broadway
(615) 254-5715
Merchants
Situated in the heart of downtown Nashville,
Merchants Restaurant offers three floors of contemporary American dining - casual, upscale, and private. Historic landmark since 1892.
401 Broadway
(615) 254-1892
The Old Spaghetti Factory
For more than a generation, families and friends have been going to The Old Spaghetti Factories, located across the United States, to enjoy their delicious food, charming atmosphere, and friendly service. At
The Old Spaghetti Factory you will dine amid fine antiques, collected from around the world, while savoring perfectly cooked pasta and spaghetti sauces, freshly made, using only the finest ingredients.
160 North 2nd Avenue
(615) 254-9010
Paradise Park Trailer Resort
A little bit country, a little bit rock, always sure to be a good time,
Paradise Park is a great place to relax, sip a tallboy, enjoy the kitschy trailer park décor and rock out to live music all the time. Located on the pulse of Lower Broad, Paradise Park is home of the $6 pitcher of beer and the best burgers in town. If you’re feeling low key, visit the 24 hour restaurant at Paradise Park and indulge yourself with menu items like tater tots and corn dogs. Nothing on the menu is over $10, and the restaurant is smoke free from 5 am-midnight, so it’s a great place to bring the family. If you feel like livin’ on the wild side, come to the bar at Paradise Park. Live bands, cold beer, and great company make Paradise Park the coolest bar community in Nashville.
411 Broadway
(615) 251-1515
Rippy's Smokin' Bar & Grill
At Rippy's you can sit down and have a cold beer, fill your tummy with baby back ribs or pulled pork, or enjoy live music.
429 Broadway
(615) 244-7477
Stock-Yard Restaurant
Named "One of the Top Ten Steakhouses in the US," the
Stock-Yard has served Nashville proudly since 1979. Serving Certified Angus Beef, lobster, fresh seafood, ribs, chicken, pasta and more. Private dining rooms available, strolling balladeer.
901 Second Avenue North
(615) 255-6464
The Palm Restaurant
The Palm Restaurant serves up aged prime steaks, jumbo Nova Scotia lobsters, Italian entrees, outstanding service and atmosphere like nowhere else.
140 5th Avenue South
(615) 742-7256