Nashville has become a hot spot for “It” restaurants and coffee shops, but there are still a few touristy chains that set up shop around town. They’re on every list on the internet, you’ve seen your friends post about them, it’s cliche Nashville at its core. But what if those touristy, highly Instagrammable eateries actually ARE that great? These seven Nashville restaurants may look like a trap, but take it from a local: they’re not. It’s all in the timing, folks.
- Hattie B’s Hot Chicken
Hattie B’s Chicken - Facebook
Hattie B’s Chicken - Facebook Hattie B’s in Midtown is where you’ll hit some crazy crowds, so make sure you pop over to one of its other locations for a meal of epically delicious hot chicken. The menu is great, and the opportunity to choose the level of heat you want your chicken to have is also a neat feature of the restaurant. You can’t visit Nashville and not pop by Hattie B’s for some mouth-burning brilliance. Address: Various
- Loveless Cafe
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Loveless Cafe - Facebook Here’s the caveat with Loveless: come during the off-hours. This eatery is definitely worth it for the legend alone, and yes, the biscuits are quite legendary, but waiting in line in the Tennessee heat is always difficult. Come early, come during the week, and you’ll have the best experience at the Loveless possible. Address: 8400 TN-100, Nashville, TN 37221
- Edley’s Bar-B-Que
Edley’s Bar-B-Que - Facebook
Edley’s Bar-B-Que - Facebook Edley’s has a few locations around town and all of them are incredible. Great barbecue served up quick is the name of the game here in the south, and Edley’s delivers. Since it is a chain most folk tend to write it off, but this is one local hot spot that deserves attention. Address: Various Locations
- Las Paletas
@laspaletasnashville - Instagram
@laspaletasnashville - Instagram Las Paletas has exploded into a tourist haven in recent years. Not only for the delectable popsicles on the menu, but its prime location in the heart of 12th Avenue South. Sure, there’s going to be a line, but chances are it’s locals AND tourists come to get their icy fix. Address: 2911 12th Avenue S, Nashville, TN 37204
- Biscuit Love
Biscuit Love - Facebook
Biscuit Love - Facebook Biscuit Love made a name for itself as a local food truck, and has recently expanded into multiple brick-and-mortar locations alongside media fanfare. The fried chicken and brunch menu items are mindblowing, and you can’t find a bonut anywhere else in the city. This one’s a must if you’re in love with breakfast. Address: Various Locations
- Acme Feed & Seed
Acme Feed & Seed - Facebook
Acme Feed & Seed - Facebook ACME can get a bit of a bad rap for its location on the wildly touristy Broadway stretch of downtown Nashville. The southern comfort classics on the menu and the fun atmosphere make it a great place to hangout, whether you’re a local or a tourist. Address: 101 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201
- Barista Parlor
Barista Parlor - Facebook
Barista Parlor - Facebook Barista Parlor started out as an ultra-trendy East Nashville coffee shop, and has since expanded into a local coffee empire and yes, a bit of a tourist trap. The vibe and interior design of all three of its locations is beautiful, however and there’s no better place to snag an Instagram shot. Address: Various
If you’re looking for more local eats, make sure to check out this historic donut shop right in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee. It’s a must-try!
Hattie B’s Chicken - Facebook
Hattie B’s in Midtown is where you’ll hit some crazy crowds, so make sure you pop over to one of its other locations for a meal of epically delicious hot chicken. The menu is great, and the opportunity to choose the level of heat you want your chicken to have is also a neat feature of the restaurant. You can’t visit Nashville and not pop by Hattie B’s for some mouth-burning brilliance. Address: Various
jshyun - Flickr
Loveless Cafe - Facebook
Here’s the caveat with Loveless: come during the off-hours. This eatery is definitely worth it for the legend alone, and yes, the biscuits are quite legendary, but waiting in line in the Tennessee heat is always difficult. Come early, come during the week, and you’ll have the best experience at the Loveless possible. Address: 8400 TN-100, Nashville, TN 37221
Edley’s Bar-B-Que - Facebook
Edley’s has a few locations around town and all of them are incredible. Great barbecue served up quick is the name of the game here in the south, and Edley’s delivers. Since it is a chain most folk tend to write it off, but this is one local hot spot that deserves attention. Address: Various Locations
@laspaletasnashville - Instagram
Las Paletas has exploded into a tourist haven in recent years. Not only for the delectable popsicles on the menu, but its prime location in the heart of 12th Avenue South. Sure, there’s going to be a line, but chances are it’s locals AND tourists come to get their icy fix. Address: 2911 12th Avenue S, Nashville, TN 37204
Biscuit Love - Facebook
Biscuit Love made a name for itself as a local food truck, and has recently expanded into multiple brick-and-mortar locations alongside media fanfare. The fried chicken and brunch menu items are mindblowing, and you can’t find a bonut anywhere else in the city. This one’s a must if you’re in love with breakfast. Address: Various Locations
Acme Feed & Seed - Facebook
ACME can get a bit of a bad rap for its location on the wildly touristy Broadway stretch of downtown Nashville. The southern comfort classics on the menu and the fun atmosphere make it a great place to hangout, whether you’re a local or a tourist. Address: 101 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201
Barista Parlor - Facebook
Barista Parlor started out as an ultra-trendy East Nashville coffee shop, and has since expanded into a local coffee empire and yes, a bit of a tourist trap. The vibe and interior design of all three of its locations is beautiful, however and there’s no better place to snag an Instagram shot. Address: Various
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