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1. Noko
4.9
Exceptional(1706)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • East Nashville
Booked 86 times today
Nestled in the heart of East Nashville, Noko is an Asian-inspired, wood-fired restaurant inspired by wanderlust and simplicity of the region. Here, Executive Chef Dung “Junior” Vo aims to perfect the balance of new and old techniques in wood fire cooking, putting his Asian-influenced spins on familiar proteins and indigenous vegetables through smoking, searing, and roasting.
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2. Peninsula
4.9
Exceptional(227)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • East Nashville
Booked 9 times today
Located in the heart of East Nashville, Peninsula serves up sharable plates, old world wines, and Spanish style gin and tonics in an inviting and intimate space. James Beard nominated Chef Jake Howell's menu focuses on sustainable, local ingredients and features seasonal, creative dishes influenced by the Iberian Peninsula. Guests are encouraged to sample the flavors of Spain, Portugal and France while enjoying the rustic, yet modern surrounds.
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3. Bad Idea
4.6
Exceptional(133)
Price: Very Expensive
• Wine Bar • East Nashville
Booked 23 times today
On July 26, we’ll be hosting a one-night experience exclusively for Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardmembers. Book now: https://www.opentable.com/r/bad-idea-x-krus-kitchen-nash/sapphire-summer-reservedBad Idea is East Nashville's buzziest new restaurant from Sommelier Alex Burch and Executive Chef Colby Rasavong. It was honored as one of the 50 Best Restaurants in America in 2024 by the New York Times. New York Times food writer Brett Anderson remarks “Bad Idea may well be what many seasoned diners thought when they heard there was a wine bar specializing in envelope-pushing Lao food opening inside an East Nashville church.[Rasavong] invests the weight of his life experience in food that stretches the boundaries of Southeast Asian cooking to the edge of Appalachia.” Bad Idea was also named a semifinalist for Best New Restaurant in the 2025 James Beard Awards.
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4. Koré
4.9
Exceptional(162)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • East Nashville
Booked 39 times today
A new international tapas restaurant called ᴋᴏʀé has opened in 97 Chapel Ave., East Nashville. Don't walk, run!
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5. Rainforest Cafe - Opry Mills
4.3
Awesome(1048)
Price: Moderate
• American • Donelson
Booked 50 times today
You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village (opens at 10 AM daily)CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.
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6. The Treehouse
4.7
Exceptional(855)
Price: Expensive
• American • East Nashville
Booked 7 times today
The Treehouse is an East Nashville original restaurant and bar. We strive to source our food locally from within our community and offer inside and outdoor dining options. Come by and enjoy our ever-changing food menu or simply unwind with a craft cocktail, local draft, or glass of wine. We offer full service dinner Monday through Saturday from 5pm - 10pm as well as brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 10am - 3pm. In addition, we offer a late night menu from 10pm-12am Friday - Saturday. Open at 4pm on the back patio Monday-Friday for Happy Hour!
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7. Pelican & Pig
4.8
Exceptional(100)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • East Nashville
Booked 5 times today
Owned and operated by husband and wife team Nick & Audra Guidry, Pelican & Pig operates with playful creativity and service in mind. Drawing inspiration from places they have lived and from their many travels, in name and through the menu, the restaurant is a nod to the inspirations and influences from the past and present. By bringing a fine-casual dining service experience to a comfortable, cozy atmosphere, it is our goal to provide exceptional service through attention to details and knowledge of products and menus. Upon entering you are greeted with a view of the completely open kitchen and wood-burning hearth. Let our staff welcome and guide you through the night with our list of craft cocktails, exceptional wine and spirit offerings and our hand-selected craft beer menu.
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8. Lyra - Nashville
4.8
Exceptional(129)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • East Nashville
Booked 22 times today
A Unique take on Middle Eastern FoodLyra is a blend of old world flavors and spices infused with modern techniques. At the heart of Lyra is our wood burning oven where freshly baked pita is ready to be dipped in to our famous hummus. Enjoy a seasonal menu full of flavors and dishes for everyone to enjoy.
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9. Limo Peruvian Cuisine
4.7
Exceptional(52)
Price: Moderate
• Peruvian • East Nashville
Booked 9 times today
Chef Marcio FlorezLomo Saltado specialty of the houseBest new restaurant 2024 by Nashville SceneTop 25 Restaurants 2024 by TennesseanEast Nashville- fatherland districtFree parking, cover patio, pet friendly.
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10. Fancypants
4.5
Awesome(5)
Price: Very Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • East Nashville
Fancypants is a New American fine dining restaurant from Honest To Goodness Hospitality (Butcher & Bee and Redheaded Stranger). Located in East Nashville, Fancypants reimagines the upscale restaurant experience by focusing on local produce and adding elements of fun, playfulness and approachability to create a convivial space where the guest experience is paramount and the food is undeniably delicious.

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