East Park Donuts & Coffee

Bartaco is a lively, beachy taco haven in Nashville, dishing out playful street tacos and refreshing margaritas in a vibrant setting perfect for gatherings.

Nestled in East Nashville, Peninsula artfully blends Spanish and French influences in a cozy spot, offering inventive small plates and an impressive gin selection.

Frothy Monkey is Nashville’s go-to coffeehouse and eatery, known for its vibrant vibe, fresh local ingredients, and tempting, inventive brunch options.

Folk, a chic pizza haven in East Nashville with soaring ceilings and exposed bricks, boasts a seasonal menu that tantalizes with clam pies and inventive cocktails.

Eclectic quarters in a funky hotel offering dining & a rooftop bar, plus loaner bikes. In a buzzy neighborhood with laid-back bars and cafes, this funky hotel is less than a mile from US-70, a 3-minute walk from Vanderbilt University, and 2 km from hands-on exhibitions at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Eclectic rooms have a retro vibe and feature bright, floral furnishings and sitting areas. All offer Wi-Fi and flat-screens, plus minifridges. Suites add separate living rooms with sofabeds. Amenities include an airy, ritzy cafe with velvet seats, a karaoke room and loaner bikes, plus a rooftop restaurant with a bar. There's also a 24-hour gym. Breakfast is available.

Cool off at this Nashville food hall spot where you can indulge in inventive Hawaiian shaved ice and fluffy cotton candy, perfect for hot days.

Tucked away in a strip mall, 615 Chutney dazzles with authentic South Indian cuisine, tech-savvy ordering, and delightful live music, served by a friendly robot.

Peg Leg Porker serves up Memphis-style barbecue in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with standout dry-rub ribs, pulled pork, and delicious sides, all while offering a full bar and patio seating in the bustling Gulch.

Nestled beneath an apartment building, Woodlands Indian Vegetarian Restaurant serves up a vibrant array of meat-free dishes with bold flavors and a popular lunch buffet that keeps both veggies and meat-lovers coming back for more.

Dukos is East Nashville’s trendy pizzeria where gourmet fermented pies with unique toppings meet a lively bar and an inviting vibe, perfect for pizza lovers.