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Lunch at Nashville's independent restaurants

A midday meal that keeps your money in Nashville. Every restaurant here serves lunch and is a vetted member of the Nashville Area Restaurant Alliance. Hours vary, so check a restaurant's page before you go.

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Every NARA member serving lunch

312 Pizza Co.
Pizza & Italian

312 Pizza Co.

Authentic Chicago pizza in Nashville. Family recipes from Little Italy.

51 North Taproom
Bar, Brewery & Pub

51 North Taproom

30 rotating craft taps plus cocktails and curated liquor selection.

Acme Feed & Seed
American / Southern

Acme Feed & Seed

Nourishment for the Community

Aloha Fish Company
Seafood & Hawaiian

Aloha Fish Company

Seafood market with the best Poké bowls and authentic Hawaii-inspired dishes and treats.

AVO
Vegan & Plant-Based

AVO

Chef-driven kitchen with a plant-forward menu, in Nashville since 2015.

Bagelshop
Sandwiches, Bakery & Cafe

Bagelshop

Hand-rolled, kettle-boiled bagels and coffee in Donelson.

Baja Burrito
Mexican & Latin

Baja Burrito

Locally owned burrito shop in the Berry Hill neighborhood.

Bill's Sandwich Palace
Sandwiches, Bakery & Cafe

Bill's Sandwich Palace

Small-batch craft sandwich shop in East Nashville with a revolving menu.

Black Elm Coffee
Sandwiches, Bakery & Cafe

Black Elm Coffee

Neighborhood specialty coffee, fresh pastries, and beans roasted in-house in Gallatin, TN.

Caliber Coffee
Sandwiches, Bakery & Cafe

Caliber Coffee

Engaging our community, one shot at a time

Cledis Burger
American / Southern

Cledis Burger

Burgers smashed with love. 24 local and regional beers on tap.

Cocorico Bakery & Café
Sandwiches, Bakery & Cafe

Cocorico Bakery & Café

Bringing the charm of a French neighborhood bakery and café to the heart of Nashville.

Common Ground
Bar, Brewery & Pub

Common Ground

Neighborhood bar and eatery in Berry Hill. Contemporary American with cocktails.

Cuban Cracker
Mexican & Latin

Cuban Cracker

Cuban food. Miami roots. Tennessee home. Made with familia.

D'Andrew's Bakery & Cafe
Sandwiches, Bakery & Cafe

D'Andrew's Bakery & Cafe

Pastries and sandwiches on freshly baked bread. NYC recipes.

Daddy's Dogs
American / Southern

Daddy's Dogs

Gourmet hot dogs with creative, one-of-a-kind toppings.

Duke's
Bar, Brewery & Pub

Duke's

East Nashville dive bar and deli in Five Points with cheap beer, deli sandwiches, and nightly vinyl.

East Side Banh Mi
Asian

East Side Banh Mi

Vietnamese sandwiches and bowls in East Nashville. House-baked baguettes.

East Side Pho
Asian

East Side Pho

Pho and Vietnamese street snacks at The Wash food hall in East Nashville.

Edley's BBQ
BBQ

Edley's BBQ

Nashville BBQ from 12 South. Six Middle Tennessee locations since 2011.

Edley's Tacos
Mexican & Latin

Edley's Tacos

Tex-Mex tacos from the Edley's BBQ team. Locations in Sylvan Park and Melrose.

Fly Pelican Fly
Bar, Brewery & Pub

Fly Pelican Fly

All-day bar at The Wash food hall in East Nashville. Burgers, breakfast burritos, cocktails.

Germantown Cafe
American / Southern

Germantown Cafe

A home away from home in Germantown for over 20 years.

Germantown Pub
Bar, Brewery & Pub

Germantown Pub

Laid-back neighborhood pub in historic Germantown. Wings, hot chicken, live music.

Golden Prawn #3
Asian

Golden Prawn #3

Classic Chinese takeout in Riverside Village, East Nashville.

Gordo's Taqueria
Mexican & Latin

Gordo's Taqueria

SF taqueria with 40 years of history, now serving the best tacos and burritos in Nashville

Green Hills Grille
American / Southern

Green Hills Grille

California-revival casual dining south of downtown. 20 years.

Greenery Co.
Sandwiches, Bakery & Cafe

Greenery Co.

Fresh ingredients made daily from scratch. Thoughtful choices made simple.

Homegrown Taproom
American / Southern

Homegrown Taproom

Donelson's favorite neighborhood hangout. Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.

JamBox Sandwich Shop
Sandwiches, Bakery & Cafe

JamBox Sandwich Shop

Craft sandwiches with locally made custom jams.

Karrington Rowe
American / Southern

Karrington Rowe

Classic American dishes plus favorites from Germantown Cafe and Park Cafe.

M.L.Rose Neighborhood Pub
American

M.L.Rose Neighborhood Pub

Craft beer and burgers in a laid-back neighborhood pub, locally owned since 2008.

Maiz de la Vida
Mexican & Latin

Maiz de la Vida

Fresh heirloom corn Mexican cuisine and agave cocktails.

Mere Bulles
American / Southern

Mere Bulles

Upscale American comfort food south of Nashville.

Noble’s
American / Southern

Noble’s

Great Food, Cold Beer, Good Times

NY Pie
Pizza & Italian

NY Pie

The best NY style pizza outside of New York.

Official Wings
American / Southern

Official Wings

Fried wings, fries, and deep fried cauliflower wings.

Park Cafe
American / Southern

Park Cafe

Innovative cuisine from local farms and artisan producers.

Pie Town Tacos
Mexican & Latin

Pie Town Tacos

Fast-casual street tacos near downtown in the Pie Town neighborhood.

Puckett's
American / Southern

Puckett's

Southern food and live music downtown. Started as a Leiper's Fork grocery.

Rosepepper Cantina
Mexican & Latin

Rosepepper Cantina

Sonoran style Mexican. Best Mexican Restaurant 11 years.

S.S. Gai
Asian

S.S. Gai

Crispy Thai chicken at The Wash food hall in East Nashville.

Saffire
New American

Saffire

Wood-Fired New American in The Factory

Scout's Pub
Bar, Brewery & Pub

Scout's Pub

Modern Southern gastropub in Franklin. Hand-crafted cocktails and bold plates.

Shotgun Willie's BBQ
BBQ

Shotgun Willie's BBQ

Nashville's award-winning home for real Texas BBQ.

St. Vito Focacceria
Pizza & Italian

St. Vito Focacceria

Unique Sicilian style pizzas. Light, crispy, mouth watering.

Streetcar Taps & Garden
Bar, Brewery & Pub

Streetcar Taps & Garden

Great vibes, excellent food and drinks, & Nashville’s best patio. Kids & dogs welcome

Sweeza Super Quesadilla
Mexican & Latin

Sweeza Super Quesadilla

Mission-style super quesadillas at The Wash food hall in East Nashville.

Teddy's Tavern
Bar, Brewery & Pub

Teddy's Tavern

Locally owned bar in Broadway's oldest building. Burgers, beer, and live music.

The Ridge
BBQ

The Ridge

Neighborhood spot w/ BBQ, Catfish, Wings, Great Sandwiches, & The Attic Bar upstairs

The Southern Steak & Oyster
Southern / Steak & Seafood

The Southern Steak & Oyster

Steaks, Oysters & Southern Hospitality

Tio Fun!
Mexican & Latin

Tio Fun!

Mexican-inspired. Whimsical and adventurous food experiences.

Vega Shawarma
Middle Eastern

Vega Shawarma

Middle Eastern shawarma and mezze from the team behind Lyra, on Gallatin Pike in Madison.