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A photo of Maiz De La Vida restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(117)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • The Gulch
Booked 39 times today
Maiz de la Vida Restaurant brings a vibrant atmosphere and fresh Heirloom corn based Mexican cuisine to Nashville. Enjoy handcrafted dishes and agave-based cocktails. Chef Julio Hernandez a James beard nominated Emerging chef first full-service concept. Located inside the former Antique mall.
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4.9
Exceptional(822)
Price: Moderate
• Lebanese • Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill
Booked 13 times today
Epice is a family-owned Lebanese bistro in the heart of Nashville. We balance modern design with classic Lebanese dishes, aromatic spices with fresh herbs, and friendly service with professional knowledge. The cocktails are crisp, the entrees aromatic, and the wine elegant. Come celebrate.
A photo of Iberian Pig - Nashville restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(858)
Price: Moderate
• Spanish • The Gulch
Booked 83 times today
Iberian Pig in Nashville is hailed as authentic due to its commitment to traditional Spanish flavors and dining atmosphere. The menu is lauded for its authentic tapas, including Spanish meats and cheeses. The restaurant's use of a focused Spanish wine list and Spanish music adds to its authenticity. Customers rave about the 'genuine Spanish tapas', 'authentic Spanish meats', and 'authentic Spanish food' in their reviews.
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4.7
Exceptional(285)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • The Gulch
Booked 29 times today
Famed New York City restaurateur Anthony Scotto brings his decades of experience to Nashville's Gulch neighborhood with Luogo. Named after the Italian word for “the place,” this must-visit destination focuses on upscale, authentic Italian food featuring many of Scotto's iconic dishes, with the focus being coastal cuisine.For groups of 11 or more and private event inquiries, please reach out to Holly at holly@luogorestaurant.com. 20% gratuity will be applied to groups of 8 or more. Split checks may be divided up to 4 credit cards at equal value. ​A corkage fee of $55 per 750ml will be applied to guests bringing their own wine (limit 2 bottles). A dessert plating fee of $5 per person will be applied to any outside desserts brought by guests.
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4.6
Exceptional(642)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 31 times today
Voted the No. 1 Restaurant in the U.S. by Food + Wine readers, Yolan is an authentic experience of Italian cuisine done right, located at The Joseph Nashville. A true love letter to Italy, Yolan pays homage to the Pizzuti family's heritage and Joseph's wife, Yolanda.Perfect for dining family style, the a la carte menu features signature dishes paired with seasonal highlights, complemented by breads and dolci by our talented pastry team.Nashville's only Forbes Travel Guide Star Award restaurant and recipient of Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence, Yolan features an extensive wine list of Italian varietals and producers, as well as world-renowned regions and makers.
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4.6
Exceptional(1505)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Green Hills
Booked 94 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
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4.8
Exceptional(1162)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Edgehill
Booked 16 times today
Bella Napoli is Nashville's only restaurant to offer handcrafted authentic Neapolitan style pizza and Italian cuisine. Come experience the flavors of Italy with your friends and family and enjoy a truly Italian experience in Nashville!
A photo of International Market - Nashville restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Belmont / Hillsboro
Booked 3 times today
International Market originally opened in 1975, introducing generations of Nashvillians their first taste of Thai cuisine. Now across the street from the original location, Arnold and Anna Myint continue the family tradition by day and serve an evolved chef-curated menu by night. Inspired by their heritage and southern roots, International Market serves authentic Thai flavors by means of local and regionally sustainable purveyors.International Market has earned the Thai Select Classic Award, a prestigious recognition from the Ministry of Commerce and Royal Thai Government, a first for Nashville. This award, akin to Michelin recognition, is prominent in major U.S. cities like Chicago and New York. Criteria include anonymous dining visits evaluating food authenticity, heritage, atmosphere, and hospitality. The restaurant upholds original owners Win and Patti Myint's culinary legacy, and showcases Chef Arnold's modern Thai cooking approach.
A photo of Ella’s by Christian Petroni restaurant
4.4
Awesome(679)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 8 times today
Ella's by Christian Petroni is a SoBro restaurant serving seasonal coastal Italian cuisine in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. The menu highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients, perfect for those seeking a taste of the Italian coast in the heart of Nashville.
A photo of DeLuca restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(134)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Hillwood / White Bridge
Booked 4 times today
Eat like a local. In Rome.DeLuca serves delicious, authentic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. With passionateattention to detail, always the freshest ingredients, and modern translations of old-worldfamily recipes, we make every meal a memorable experience.Chef Rosario will indulge you in a sensory journey throughout Italy with his signaturepastas, exclusive appetizers and formidable entrees. To complete the experience, besure to taste his homemade, mouthwatering desserts and gelato! This will take you rightback into the streets of Rome, walking through thousands of years of history.Our new lounge will offer you an array of exclusive wines and inspired craft cocktails,made just for you. The dining room will set the mood for an outstanding experienceattentive to the smallest detail.Located in the heart of Belle Meade on White Bridge Road. Our upscale atmosphere welcomes everyone with asmart casual dress code. Please no hats, open toe shoes or tank tops on gentlemen.

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  • Thomas
    Los Angeles •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Fresh, flavorful crafted starters and entrees shared and savored. Sit at the Chefs Table and watch the kitchen create. First time visit, can't wait to return and explore more of this elevated Mexican fare,
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    Maiz De La VidaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• The Gulch
    4.7
  • JillVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    One of my favorite dining experiences in Nashville. We were celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary. They started us off with a complimentary glass of Prosecco to toast the occasion. (Very nice and appreciated). Then we were brought an amuse bouche- which I have to say I couldn't understand the servers description. But it was lovely. We had the focaccia with ricotta and honey. It was excellent. Then we followed with the risotto - which was also excellent. My husband had the sirloin which was well prepared and tender. It came with a side of whipped potatoes. I had the acorn squash which was an unexpected highlight. We looked at the dessert menu but decided we were too full- but the server brought us the pear upside down cake as a celebratory gift- and we loved it. Service was excellent. Our water was attended to. Our drinks were delivered in a timely manner. The atmosphere was quiet- which in Music City is rare and was a welcomed respite to our other dining experiences in the city. Given all this excellence, the dinner was very reasonably priced and a good value. I highly recommend!
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    YolanPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    4.6
  • brianVIP
    Nashville •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This place never disappoints, from the young gentleman at the host stand, to the owner, to the servers, and of course, to the food. Order ANYTHING and you’ll be satisfied, but standouts are: Either of the soups, any mezze, and the Epice salad. I’ve been a customer since day one and I’ve never had anything less than a great experience!
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    EpicePrice: Moderate• Lebanese• Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill
    4.9
  • PETERVIP
    Nashville •61 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Luogo is an exciting addition to Nashvilles restaurant scene. The wonderful food quality led by the Thursday night special veal Parm is a must try event. The menu selection offers something for everyone and the great staff under the watchful eyes of an owner led management team makes this a must visit night out choice!!
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    LuogoPrice: Expensive• Italian• The Gulch
    4.7
  • michael
    Nashville •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had a fabulous experience at Iberian pig to celebrate my daughter‘s birthday. They were actually able to accommodate some last-minute changes to our reservation, even though it was a busy night. Latoya and our server were super personable and made our experience memorable. The food was unique and delicious. We actually ordered way too much and had to take several dishes home. Latoya made our celebration special with a champagne toast, and some extra desserts to surprise us!
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    Iberian Pig - NashvillePrice: Moderate• Spanish• The Gulch
    4.9

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