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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Downtown / Sobro

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1. Ole Red
4.4
Awesome(671)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Sobro
Inspired by Opry member Blake Shelton’s clever, irreverent third-chart hit, “Ol’ Red,” Ole Red is a restaurant, live music venue, and retail space located at 300 Broadway in downtown Nashville.Ole Red Nashville boasts daily and nightly live music, private event space, and a rooftop overlooking downtown.We’re always itchin’ to have a little fun at Ole Red, so come on and sit down with a drink, a meal, some music, and maybe even a Blake Shelton sighting.
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2. 417 Union
4.3
Awesome(350)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Sobro
417 Union is a place where great food driv​es an ongoing celebration of vibrant community and rich history. We are currently first come first served. We serve classic American fare with an emphasis on Southern traditions. Like many of our favorite Southern cooks who came before us, we are inspired to build on this culinary foundation with new innovations every season. We are proud to bring a variety of fresh, high-quality food to the Nashville community, as we have for eleven years and counting. We love to draw on the bounty of ingredients produced in Middle Tennessee, and we buy local whenever possible. Nashville bakery Provence provides all our sandwich breads, and our famous house blend coffee is fair trade and organic.
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3. V Modern Italian
4.3
Awesome(157)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 140 times today
V is the Roman numeral for Five, come and feed all your senses.
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4. Germantown Cafe
4.6
Exceptional(2527)
Price: Moderate
• American • Germantown
Booked 39 times today
Germantown Café is your neighborhood bar + restaurant, bringing together charm, flavor, and a lively atmosphere for more than 19 years. Nestled in the heart of Germantown, #GTCNash is a welcoming experience with a menu specializing in straightforward cooking with a splash of Southern hospitality- comfortable, not complicated.Please be aware there is a two hour dining limit on all tables to allow everyone the opportunity to enjoy our reopening.
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5. Geist
4.8
Exceptional(2617)
Price: Expensive
• American • Germantown
Booked 69 times today
The Champagne Garden is first come first served. We will do our best to accommodate every request.Managing Partner- Freddy SchwenkGeneral Manager- Lindsey BertrandExecutive Chef- Ron BushbyExecutive Sous Chef- Connor Woodburn
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6. Noko
4.9
Exceptional(1662)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • East Nashville
Booked 76 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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7. Bad Idea
4.5
Awesome(123)
Price: Very Expensive
• Wine Bar • East Nashville
Booked 17 times today
Bad 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. But given the level of cooking here, the name turned out to be a self-aware joke, rather than aself-own…[Rasavong] invests the weight of his life experience in food that stretches the boundaries ofSoutheast Asian cooking to the edge of Appalachia. And the wine list is wise beyond this restaurant’syears, mixing tantalizing obscurities, affordable crowd pleasers and connoisseur selections you’ll rarelyfind poured by the glass.” Bad Idea was also named a semifinalist for Best New Restaurant in the 2025 JamesBeard Awards.
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8. Oak Steakhouse - Nashville
4.6
Exceptional(4095)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 33 times today
Oak Nashville presents an innovative take on the classic steakhouse. Located in the heart of Music City, Oak Steakhouse offers a modern approach to steakhouse dining, serving farm-fresh dishes alongside steakhouse classics in a modern and intimate environment. Oak's menu highlights the restaurant's relationship with local farmers and purveyors. To complement the menu, Oak's expansive wine list features California Cabernet and Old World reds including a selection of Italian and Spanish wines, as well as an array of artisan domestic wines. The beverage program boasts classic, seasonal cocktails alongside local Nashville brews and both domestic and international beers.
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9. The Catbird Seat
4.8
Exceptional(256)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 7 times today
The award-winning The Catbird Seat now welcomes guests to its beautiful new home on the fifth floor inside The Bill Voorhees Building on 8th Avenue South. Join Chefs Tiffani Ortiz and Andy Doubrava for an innovative, playful and seasonal 15-course tasting menu rooted in bold creativity. Thoughtfully curated beverage pairings, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, are available to enhance the experience. Dinner is $165 per person, with an optional beverage pairing offered upon arrival. We welcome most dietary restrictions, including allergies, vegetarian, and celiac diets, with advanced notice. Come early, or stay late, and visit The Patterson House, our adjoining cocktail bar, for a pre- or post-dinner drink.
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10. Twenty First Nashville
4.4
Awesome(106)
Price: Expensive
• American • Edgehill
Booked 59 times today
At Twenty First Nashville, we believe that great food and great company go hand in hand. Our mission is to create memorable dining experiences by providing exceptional service and delicious cuisine. We are committed to using only the freshest ingredients and supporting local farmers.

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Discover best worth the drive restaurants in Downtown / Sobro

Discover the culinary treasures of Nashville, Downtown / Sobro that are truly "worth the drive." In this vibrant district, you can indulge in a variety of dining experiences that cater to every taste and occasion. From Southern comfort foods to modern gastro pubs and elegant Italian cuisine, each restaurant promises a memorable dining experience complemented by exceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere. The dining scene in this area is characterized by a delightful fusion of traditional charm and contemporary sophistication, making it a magnet for both locals and visitors. Each restaurant in the Downtown / Sobro area stands out for its commitment to quality, with rave reviews highlighting their delicious dishes, innovative menus, and the overall inviting ambiance. Whether you're in the mood for a lively evening with live music or a quiet, romantic dinner, these dining spots are worth the detour. Embrace the unique flavors and heartfelt hospitality that define Nashville's culinary landscape, ensuring an exceptional dining experience that is well worth the journey.

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