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IL Forno - Nashville
Price: Moderate•Pizzeria•4.6(512)Authentic Neapolitan pizzeria in the Wedgewood - Houston neighborhood, a few blocks from downtown and the new Nashville soccer stadium. Our dough, sauces and dressings are made in-house with the freshest ingredients served in a modern dining aesthetic.Mercado by Butchertown
Price: Expensive•Regional Mexican•4.4(107)Welcome to Mercado by Butchertown, nestled in the heart of Nashville's Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood.
We are a Raw Bar + Grill, serving the freshest oysters, seafoods, steaks, and Baja-influenced Mexican fare.
Visit our rooftop bar, Ramone’s Oyster Bar and Citrus Club, with spectacular views and the coolest biodynamic wine list, amazing margaritas, and of course, the cutest little oyster bar in Nashville.
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- CChristyGreater Boston •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoBest food I have had in aong time. It was an excellent experience.More infoHarper'sPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Sobro•4.8
- SSeth1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoAmazing food and amazing service! We had the rock shrimp, oysters, salmon and red fish tacos and everything was top notch! The espresso martini was definitely one the best I’ve ever had. Would definitely revisit this place if we go back th Nashville!More infoThe Finch - NashvillePrice: Moderate• American• The Gulch & North Gulch•4.6
- OTOpenTable DinerSan Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoExcellent in every way!! The decor is so eclectic and the food was so good!More infoJeff Ruby's Steakhouse - NashvillePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Sobro•4.8
- FFitfoodieVIPNashville •12 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoFantastic and inventive food. Excellent service. Cool vibe.More infoPelatoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Germantown•4.7
- JJamiePhiladelphia County •12 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoIt was a great place for brunch with a wonderful view! The service was exceptional and a perfect place for capturing the best pictures!More infoThe Hampton Social - NashvillePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Sobro•4.8
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in South Nashville is Earnest Bar & Hideaway
The restaurants with the best service in South Nashville are Earnest Bar & Hideaway, Bastion and Mercado by Butchertown
The restaurants with the best ambiance in South Nashville are Earnest Bar & Hideaway, Bastion and Mercado by Butchertown