Nicky's Coal Fired

"This Nations hotspot dispenses some of Nashville’s best pizza from “Enrico,” a four-ton coal-fired oven. Alongside classic margherita, signature pies like the Aces High (with crushed meatballs, mozz, and pecorino), and dippable garlic bread, Nicky’s offers kids their choice of butter or red-sauce noodles to enjoy with a side of vanilla Italian soda. Every Monday starting at 4 p.m. is family night where kids 12 and under eat free and grown-ups can enjoy $5 select drinks." - Ellen Fort, Jackie Gutierrez-Jones

"Chef and co-owner Tony Galzin has made pizza the centerpiece of Nicky's menu, getting the pies just right with the help of “Enrico,” a four-ton coal-fired oven. The industrial-chic counter-service spot in the Nations offers a thoughtful selection of red- and white-sauced pies, like the Keenan & Kale featuring roasted Yukon golds, fontina, and kale." - Jackie Gutierrez-Jones, Eater Staff

"In the case of this Nation’s favorite, it is both the food and the atmosphere that contribute to its popularity. The menu is primarily pasta and coal-fired pizza, plus craft cocktails, wines, and beer. Pizzas are coated in a red or white sauce before being topped with surprising combinations of meat, seasonal veggies, and cheese." - Kellie Walton, Alex Hendrickson

"Over in the Nations, Nicky’s Coal Fired is throwing a family-friendly cookie decorating party on Sunday, December 17 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. as part of its St. Nicky’s holiday pop-up experience. The ticketed event will include hot cocoa, a cookie decorating station, Olaf from Frozen for the kids, and a mimosa and bloody mary bar for the adults. Tickets can be purchased here." - Jackie Gutierrez-Jones

"Running through December 23, Nicky’s Coal Fired will kick off a month-long holiday celebration with its Tropical Tidings pop-up. The Nations restaurant is heating up its outdoor patio for a holiday tiki bar featuring Trade Tony’s Hot Cocoa made with rum, coffee liqueur, and housemade hot cocoa topped with whip, and the Light Up The Luau with pineapple, coconut, and vodka. On December 10 from 4 to 6 p.m., guests and their furry friends are invited to take pictures with Santa." - Jackie Gutierrez-Jones