Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Pennington Villas

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Belmont / HillsboroBerry HillDowntown / SobroEast NashvilleEdgehillGermantown

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1. Bad Idea

4.6

Exceptional(134)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Wine Bar • East Nashville

Booked 18 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.

2. Folk

4.9

Exceptional(69)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Talbot's Corner

Booked 54 times today

Welcome to Folk, a neighborhood restaurant in the heart of East Nashville. Led by acclaimed chef Philip Krajeck of Rolf & Daughters, Folk offers a seasonal, produce-driven menu featuring vegetable-forward dishes, naturally leavened pizzas, and large-format selections. Our beverage program highlights natural wines, craft beers, and thoughtful cocktails-all curated to complement our food. Recognized as a James Beard semifinalist and one of Bon Appétit's 50 Best New Restaurants, Folk is proud to be part of Nashville's vibrant dining scene. Whether you're seeking the best restaurants in East Nashville or exploring natural wine in Nashville, we look forward to welcoming you.

A photo of Frankies 925 Spuntino Nashville restaurant

3. Frankies 925 Spuntino Nashville

4.6

Exceptional(138)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • East Nashville

Booked 13 times today

Located in East Nashville - It’s New York-style Italian, thanks to Frank Castronovo and Frank Falcinelli, who’ve brought their 20-year-old celebrated Frankies 457 Spuntino south from Brooklyn, complete with the antipasti, cured meats, and housemade pasta that made the original famous. And in case you were wondering, yes, there will be meatballs. With a full bar and extensive wine and beverage program, Frankies 925 Spuntino is a true neighborhood gem. Featuring both indoor and outdoor seating, Frankies is a perfect spot for a leisure lunch, date night, or dinner with friends and family.

4. The Treehouse

4.7

Exceptional(855)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • East Nashville

Booked 15 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!

5. Pinewood Social

4.4

Awesome(273)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 55 times today

Pinewood Social is a vibrant restaurant nestled in downtown Nashville's historic Trolley Barns. We pride ourselves on serving modern American cuisine infused with Southern flavors, offering a delightful range of breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner options. Our diverse beverage program delivers everything from craft cocktails, draft and packaged beer, and wines by the glass and bottle. We also have a Crema Coffee outpost here in our Living room area serving some of the best coffee in Nashville.At Pinewood Social, we offer a distinctive array of entertainment options, featuring six beautifully restored bowling lanes, two inviting splash pools, and a charming bocce court. Our goal is to create a one-of-a-kind dining experience where delicious food, exceptional drinks, and lively entertainment seamlessly merge to delight our guests.Parking Validation for 3 Hours in the Trolly Barns Parking Garage located at 15 Lea Ave, Nashville, TN 37210

6. Midtown Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(5309)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern • Midtown

Booked 40 times today

Open Table TOP 50 Best Southern Restaurant in USA offering a casual, affordable, fine dining atmosphere with breakfast / brunch / lunch all seven days and dinner Monday through Saturday with cage free eggs, biscuits, pancakes, seafood, prime steak, veal, pastas & featuring 40 wines by the glass and 150 selections. Located just off West End at 102 -19th Ave S in the West End / Vanderbilt / Music Row / Midtown / Medical Center neighborhoods. Since 1987, casual fine dining with quality ingredients prepared and served by caring professionals.Open weekdays for Breakfast 8am-2pm. Lunch 11am-2pm Mon-Sun. Dinner starting at 4:30 Monday - Thursday and 5:00pm Friday and Saturday. Complementary Valet Parking for Lunch and DinnerShuttle offered for events at Tpac, Ryman, The Symphony, and Bridgestone with a 40$/ person check minimum. Must call restaurant to reserve shuttle seats. Requests made on Open Table may not be honored, due to limited seating.

7. Henrietta Red

4.7

Exceptional(301)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Germantown

Booked 32 times today

Located in Nashville's Germantown neighborhood, Henrietta Red is an acclaimed oyster bar and restaurant. It boasts a welcoming barroom, spacious dining room, oyster bar, and a temperature-controlled, enclosed patio.Henrietta Red’s approach to dining centers on fresh, seasonal dishes intended for sharing, fostering an inviting atmosphere ideal for meals with familiar and new friends. Our menu highlights local TN produce and responsibly sourced seafood, offering an extensive variety of oysters from coast to coast. Henrietta Red was named one of America’s 50 Best New Restaurants by Bon Appétit, one of GQ’s Best New Restaurants in America, and a James Beard Foundation Awards Semifinalist for Best New Restaurant in 2018. Chef Julia has been recognized as one of the Best Young Chefs in America by Robb Report and as one of Food & Wine Magazine’s Best New Chefs in 2018. She was also a 2019 semifinalist and 2020 Nominee for Best Chef: Southeast by the James Beard Foundation Awards.

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8. The Finch - Nashville

4.6

Exceptional(1206)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 122 times today

Elegant restaurant nestled in the historic Union Station complete anchored with a craft cocktail center bar.

9. House of Cards

4.8

Exceptional(6396)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 55 times today

a dining adventure like no other in Nashville. Discover a hidden underground space where classic American cuisine meets the art of illusion. As you enter through a secret tunnel, you'll find a stunning interior filled with antique magic artifacts and a multimillion-dollar collection of European antiques. Our handcrafted bar features one of Nashville's largest liquor selections, perfect for enjoying expertly crafted cocktails. Savor a menu of classic American dishes with a modern twist, made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. From juicy steaks and fresh seafood to vegetarian and vegan options, there's something for everyone. The real enchantment comes from our world-class magicians, who will dazzle you with mind-boggling illusions and interactive performances throughout the evening. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a romantic night out, House of Cards promises an unforgettable experience.

10. Adele's

4.7

Exceptional(6142)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 65 times today

Adele’s restaurant in Nashville is a partnership among Ken Levitan and Howard Greenstone of Red Pebbles Hospitality. The restaurant features an open kitchen with a large fireplace grill, wood-burning oven, white quarter-sawn oak bar, chef’s counter, and heated outdoor dining patio with umbrellas. The menu at Adele’s focuses on seasonal, accessible comfort food sourced from local farms and purveyors. The restaurant is open for dinner nightly and offers a wonderful weekend brunch from 10:00am - 2:00pm. Adele’s provides free parking in the first 2 rows of angled parking spots located directly in front of our building (validation required). If our parking lot is full, we offer validated parking in the parking lot across the street (1207 McGavock St.) or the parking garage behind Adele's (1222 Demonbreun St.). Please see the host stand for validation!

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