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Noko
Price: Expensive•Asian•4.9(1,499)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.The Authentique
Price: Expensive•Wine Bar•4.9(136)Welcome to The Authentique, an intimate Parisian retreat in the heart of East Nashville. As the proud recipient of the Best Wine List in the city, our cozy French wine bar invites you to experience the romance of 1900s Paris.
Immerse yourself in our charming ambiance, where candlelight and vintage decor set the stage for a culinary journey inspired by the streets of France. Our menu features a delightful selection of small plates.
At The Authentique Wine Bar, we curate an exceptional wine list, showcasing the best of France. Let our passionate staff guide you through our carefully selected wines, ensuring the perfect pairings to complement your evening.
Whether it's a romantic date or a gathering with friends, join us at The Authentique for an evening where the spirit of 1900s Paris meets the energy of Nashville. Experience the warmth of our cozy space and the exquisite taste of French cuisine. Santé!
- Happy Hour Tues-Thurs 5:00PM-6:30PM Merci!
- Live Jazz Fri & Sat 6:30PM-9:30PM
Koré
Price: Expensive•Tapas / Small Plates•4.9(117)A new international tapas restaurant called ᴋᴏʀé has opened in 97 Chapel Ave., East Nashville. Don't walk, run!Pelican & Pig
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(72)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.
Jane’s Hideaway
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(675)Our kitchen is open 5-10pm, 7 days a week. 21 + after 8pm.
We always recommend booking a reservation for your party, however we do have limited walk-in availability! For parties greater than 4 people, call ahead, our seating for large parties is very limited. We have a 15 minute grace period for late parties. Please note that your party may receive a time limit if we are busy!
At Jane's, we are serving up re-invented Southern classics with local ingredients, paired with very listenable live music from the next generation of bluegrass and Americana virtuosos. Hide out tonight in East Nashville with a Tennessee-spirit based cocktail and you'll quickly become a friend of Jane's.
Live music starts every night at 8pm.
Cancellation policy: Parties of 8+ will be required to submit a credit card to secure their reservation. In the event of a short notice cancellation (24 hours or less), or a no-show, there will be a charge of 20 dollars per person on said reservation.
21+ after 8pmThe Treehouse
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(801)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!
Bad Idea
Price: Very Expensive•Wine Bar•4.5(68)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 a
self-own…[Rasavong] invests the weight of his life experience in food that stretches the boundaries of
Southeast Asian cooking to the edge of Appalachia. And the wine list is wise beyond this restaurant’s
years, mixing tantalizing obscurities, affordable crowd pleasers and connoisseur selections you’ll rarely
find poured by the glass.” Bad Idea was also named a semifinalist for Best New Restaurant in the 2025 James
Beard Awards.Frankies 925 Spuntino Nashville
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(87)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.
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- JJoeNew York City •1 review5.0Dined todayEvery time we visit the Treehouse we are planning our next time back. Food is delicious, drinks are amazing (Get the espresso martini with Corsair Vanilla Bean Vodka) and everyone working there are so friendly! 10/10More infoThe TreehousePrice: Expensive• American• East Nashville•4.8
- JJackieVIPNew York City •3 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoGreat food and loved the Rose Boy cocktail. The bluegrass music was fabulous. A music visit location if visiting Nashville.More infoJane’s HideawayPrice: Moderate• American• East Nashville•4.8
- AIAaronIMemphis / West Tennessee •2 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoOmg! Yas! Delicious! Sexy! Beets. Octopus. Endive. All that. We enjoyed it.More infoPeninsulaPrice: Expensive• Modern European• East Nashville•4.8
- AAndrewEast Tennessee •2 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 22, 2025Chopper is a fantastic bar - my wife and I really enjoyed our evening there. The food truck outside was great too!More infoChopperPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• East Nashville•4.8
- RRobertGreater Boston •2 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 22, 2025Great food and courteous staff but don’t go there expecting to have a quiet conversation.More infoEmmy Squared - East NashvillePrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• East Nashville•4.6
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Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in East Nashville include Lyra - Nashville, Noko and Kase x Noko
Restaurants with gluten-free options in East Nashville are Kase x Noko, Noko and The Treehouse
Bottomless brunch in East Nashville is available at The Treehouse, Noko and The Cafe at Waymore's
The most romantic restaurant in East Nashville is Noko