The 10 Meals You Need To Eat In Nashville This Year

Discover ten must-try meals at top Nashville restaurants, from Southern classics to unique dishes.

Nashville has become a huge foodie city, serving up some of the best meals at the best restaurants you can find anywhere in the country. With so many options, though, how is somebody to know where to go? Don't worry, folks - this is where we come in. These ten spots in Nashville have meals that you absolutely need to try, and you need to try them soon. From Southern classics like fried chicken to some of the best dim sum you've ever had, here are the best meals in Nashville that you need to try this year.

10. Biscuit Love

East Nasty

The East Nasty, pictured here topped with ham, is one of the best plates you can order in the city. What's better than hot chicken on a biscuit? Try the Hillsboro Village location. (2001 Belcourt Ave)

9. Rolf and Daughters

Beef Shortrib

Rolf and Daughters has been nominated for multiple James Beard awards, and after eating the shortrib, you'll taste why (700 Taylor St)

8. Pastaria

Pastaria Hawaiian

Pastaria is new to Nashville, but the original is from St. Louis. Their Pastaria Hawaiian pizza is topped with pineapple and jalapeno, and it's to-die-for good (8 City Blvd)

7. Lucky Bamboo

Dim Sum

Served every Sunday, the Dim Sum at Lucky Bamboo is widely regarded as the best meal at the best Chinese spot in Nashville (5855 Charlotte Pike B)

6. Husk

Husk Burger

Husk Nashville is one of the most exclusive tables you can get. The burger might seem like an unexpected go-to for a nice restaurant, but it consistently makes the shortlist for best burger in the city (37 Rutledge St)

5. Monell's

Fried Chicken

Monell's in Germantown is one of the best spots for Southern food in the city. The Fried Chicken is served family-style with every meal, and you have to try it (1235 6th Ave N)

4. Loveless Cafe

Country Ham

Loveless Cafe is known for their homemade biscuits and jam, but the real star of their menu is the country ham. Get it with eggs and biscuits (8400 TN-100)

3. Peg Leg Porker

BBQ Nachos

One of the most underrated barbecue spots in Nashville, Peg Leg Porker is a spot that everyone needs to hit. Try out their barbecue nachos for a truly incredible and unique meal (903 Gleaves St)

2. Henrietta Red

Oysters

Henrietta Red has been named as one of the most beautiful new restaurants in the country. When you go to eat, make sure to get the oysters and one of their signature cocktails (1200 4th Ave S)

1. Etch

Roasted Cauliflower

Roasted Cauliflower doesn't seem like it would be much of a meal, but just wait until you've tried this plate from Etch. Head downtown and get yours today (303 Demonbreun)

Want more great spots in Nashville to visit? Try these 10 spots that locals love just as much as the tourists.

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