"The pictures of celebrities on its walls only tell part of Swett’s story. The North Nashville family-run diner first opened in 1954, serving those A-listers along with civil rights activists and local sports legends. And after all these years, this iconic meat and three isn’t resting on its laurels. You’ve got the typical cafeteria-style setup here and booths for tucking into the massive portions. Both the baked and fried chicken are classics, but the pork chops and beef ribs don’t disappoint either. Throw in some squash casserole as one of your three sides, and for the love of all things lard, do not forget the cobbler." - jackie gutierrez jones 2