The Southern V

Vegan restaurant · Bordeaux

The Southern V

Vegan restaurant · Bordeaux

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1200 Buchanan St, Nashville, TN 37208

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The Southern V is a vibrant vegan eatery in Nashville, serving crave-worthy Southern comfort classics like spicy seitan hot chicken and creamy mac 'n' cheese in a chill setting.  

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1200 Buchanan St, Nashville, TN 37208 Get directions

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"Tiffany and Clifton Hancock are the husband-and-wife team behind this North Nashville vegan restaurant, which does convincing meat- and dairy-free takes on classic comfort food staples including mac and cheese, Nashville hot chicken strips, and decadent burgers served on freshly baked buns. Order for dine-in through a self-serve kiosk." - Jackie Gutierrez-Jones, Eater Staff

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"The Southern V was part of a curated list of black-owned restaurants in Nashville." - Delia Jo Ramsey

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"Vegans can get in on the hot chicken craze at The Southern V, where Nashville hot fried seitan is served atop a waffle with maple syrup. Non-vegans who have tried the dish can attest that it stands up to the real thing." - Kristy Lucero, Delia Jo Ramsey

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"It’s a banner weekend for fans of vegan eatery The Southern V, as owners Tiffany and Clifton Hancock re-opened their popular comfort food restaurant in its new greatly expanded digs earlier today. Located at 1200 Buchanan St. in North Nashville’s Buchanan Arts District, the recently relocated venture joins Slim & Husky’s, The Rollout, and upcoming cocktail bar Minerva Speakeasy in the rapidly evolving commercial area. It’s been an impressive progression for the restaurant. In just a matter of two and a half years, the Hancocks have taken the venture from farmers’ market pop-ups and special orders only, to a roughly 600-square-foot brick-and-mortar walk-up location on Fisk St., and now to a fully realized restaurant with an expanded menu, expanded hours, and plenty of indoor seating. An updated menu is not yet available online, but expect all of The Southern V’s signature dishes, such as apple fritters and doughnuts and their take on chicken and waffles, along with new additions thanks to the upgraded kitchen. And indoor seating is a game changer, with bench seats, four-top tables, and more (take a look inside here). Hours this weekend are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. today, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday with breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for brunch and very early dinner. Future planned hours are not yet posted, so be sure to check the restaurant’s social media for updated hours going forward." - Matt Rogers

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"The Southern V, a fast-casual vegan restaurant, will reopen with expanded menu and hours, offering plant-based southern favorites." - Matt Rogers

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John Cavin

Google
Excellent in every way. Great food, people, clean and VEGAN!! I got the ranch chicken sandwich and got barbecue instead of ranch sauce. And a chocolate milkshake. No diets cokes here so next time I might bring one but loved it!

MadeBy VR

Google
Wow! Amazing food and very friendly service. We loved the chikn and waffles. The waffle is very large and the chikn was seasoned perfectly. We also loved the Chikn Bakon Ranch sandwich, one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had, vegan or non vegan. Got the sandwich Nashville hot and it was spicy but perfect. The baked beans were so good and sweetened just right. They don’t have hot coffee but we asked and they made it for us anyways, so nice. Highly recommended this place if your craving great southern food with the Southern hospitality. Indoor seating for 50 people, many people had preordered for pickup. Best meal we had in Nashville, it’s worth the drive to the north end.

JMD

Google
The Nashville hot chicken sandwich was great- hot but not excessively so. The collard greens were the best I've had. The rubber crispy treat was incredible. I saw a few people with chicken & waffles and they looked amazing. I'll get that next time. You order with a computer, pick up, and bus your own table so I can't comment on the service, but everyone was friendly. Easy parking. You do have to pay for water though, that's a big minus for me. Still I will come back for the food every time I'm in Nashville.

Bridgette Glass

Google
Delicious! Never had better vegan fried chicken. Smoothie was the bomb, cornbread hit the spot and the Nashville hot chicken sandwich turned up the heat in the best of ways. Highly recommend!!

Charity C

Google
I was very impressed with this place and of course I’m always happy to support a black owned business. The lady who rang me up was very nice and patient. I ordered the Patty Melt and Turnip Greens and both were really tasty. The greens were my favorite though! The prices were reasonable, the place was fairly quiet and perfect for our book club!

Jonathan B

Google
We loved everything! We had: 1.Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich w/Mac & cheese 2. Philly cheese steak with turnip greens 3. Tuna (chickpea) melt with cole slaw 4. Chicken and gravy with another Mac 5. Rice crispy treat We came to this spot to try a vegan Nashville Hot and it did not disappoint. I enjoyed it thoroughly but it was too spicy for my wife to enjoy more than a bite or two. The Mac and cheese was the best I've ever had and the philly was just perfect.

Christine

Google
The sweet heat sandwich was on the best things I’ve ever eaten. We ordered a little bit of everything off the menu and I wish we got more. Very peaceful welcoming place. 100000000 stars

Steven Boehm

Google
I stopped here on a whim recently and left pretty happy. First and foremost, I appreciate the steps they are taking during Covid to keep everyone safe while still provide quality service. As far as the food goes, I got a breakfast biscuit (incredible), the cheesesteak (very good), and some chicken tenders (solid). For sides I got Mac and cheese, coleslaw and a bag of chips. The Mac and cheese was ok, it had an interesting flavor but I did like it enough to eat it. Felt the same way about the coleslaw. I thought the breakfast sandwich was incredible. The biscuit was fluffy and crispy on the outside, the egg flavor was on point and the the cheese was some of the better vegan cheese I’ve had. The vegan ham was also really good. I haven’t had actual ham in 20 years, but the flavor of the vegan ham was what I very vaguely remember actually ham to taste like. The cheesesteak was also really good. My wife and I are both from Philly so we judge cheesesteaks pretty harshly. I would give it a 3.8 outta 5. The chicken tenders were good, I liked the spice, but texture was a little strange. They weren’t really crispy enough for the amount of breading on them. The actual “chicken” part was dense and the outside was just thick breading. If they were crispier they would have been outstanding. All and all, I really did enjoy the food. I would absolutely stop here again. Probably would stick to the biscuits because they blew me away.

Chaya B.

Yelp
The one place I could try Nashville hot Chik'n. Yes it's hot! Buffalo sauce on fire. Really great pickles on homemade white bread. Also tried the Mac and cheese. Good flavor, great creaminess seasoning perfect. The coleslaw was my favorite. Also tried baked beans and turnip greens, and lastly the cornbread. I usually don't like crumbly cornbread, but the flavor was so good, I had to go back in for more. Portion size perfect, I had lots of leftovers, not coming home with me. I'm full and satisfied. They pride themselves on contactless transactions, no exchange of cash. Everything is done, touchscreens and credit/debit cards. This was a new concept to me but I approve.

Irene L.

Yelp
Impeccable establishment. Delicious options. High quality products. Genuine staff. What more could you ask for? My mom has switched to the vegan lifestyle and has came on over to Nashville for a visit. I am so grateful I was recommended this place by my coworker - we absolutely LOVED it! While I may not be vegan, it didn't even taste much different! I was mind blown how incredible our meal was! My hot chick'n sandwich changed my life! It was absolutely delicious and anyone who is vegetarian/vegan/staying away from eat and coming in to visit (you don't even need to be vegetarian/vegan) you have options to try a famous Nashville staple! What true southern comfort food - but vegan! The lemonade is a MUST! BEST LEMONADE I HAVE EVER HAD. You could taste how fresh the lemons are and the pure cane sugar is to die for, I am so forever pleased I got to experience this. The Mac and cheeze- WOW. We have had non-dairy cheeses before and this was our FAVORITE and best tasting. For being so close to downtown I appreciated finding parking easily - when you walk in you have a tablet you can order on or there's a QR code on his table you can order from. Carry out friendly. I had a great experience - shout out to Keelan for being amazing and for the suggestions! Thank you! Love this place and the husband - wife duo! Can't wait to visit again! Thank you for changing my mind on vegan food!

Julian R.

Yelp
The vegan comfort food here is so good! The staff are very attentive and helpful. It is cashless establishment so you must use the tablets to order or order online. The meal I had today was the meetloaf, green beans, potato casserole, and a fruit smoothie. I enjoyed all of it. Last time I I came, I had the hot chick'n sandwich (spicy!), Mac and cheeze, fruit smoothie, and a brownie. I enjoyed that meal too, however I didn't care for the Mac and cheeze (I'm lactose intolerant so I don't usually eat Mac & cheese in general) and dry brownie. Other than that, I would highly recommend this place for vegan southern food!

Daria C.

Yelp
MY FOOD WAS EXCELLENT ! I just moved here from across the country and I was CRAVING some vegan soul food !! I am SO GLAD I found this place. The service was amazing. I got my food in about 15 minutes. The ambiance is casual and warm. I love it ! I definitely plan to come back soon

Morey K.

Yelp
The Southern V is unmatched. Their menu is soul food-centric but also offers a variety of burgers/sandwiches and good breakfast options! My favorite menu item is the vegan meatloaf. My goodness... chef's kiss! I only wish they were open more days in the week. They are only open Thursday- Sunday and close early in the afternoon.

Shakia C.

Yelp
I came here today after church service and order the hot chicken salad. I've tried vegan food before but this was my first time going to a vegan soul food restaurant. It was my first time trying seitan and they made it very flavorful. A couple of people from our table ordered the nachos which looked really good, I would probably try that next. It's self service where you order from the kiosk and then wait for your name to be called when your order is ready. Parking is limited in this area but there's street parking near the restaurant.

Jennifer H.

Yelp
I am not a vegetarian let alone vegan but I would 100% eat here again. I got the Cliff burger with an impossible patty and it was delicious. The Mac & cheese was also very flavorful, parking was easy and the ambience was delightful, prices reasonable and just a great meal!

Rebecca H.

Yelp
This place is an absolute GEM and I'm thrilled we were able to stop in during our trip to Nashville. I'm vegetarian so frequently I have to miss out on regional gustatory classics when I travel and tbh eating is the main reason I travel in the first place. I was thrilled to find out that not only is this establishment completely vegan, but they serve the local grub. We arrived as early as we could to avoid a lunch rush and we were the first table at around 10:15-10:30. You order via screen which is appreciated because it skips out on a lot of inevitable waiting time. Both GF and I ordered their spicy chik'n sandwich with potato buns (you can also elect to have a lettuce bun or omit a bun entirely). The screen ordering allows for precise inclusion/exclusion of certain ingredients in the sandwich which typically comes with lettuce, tomato, onion, and a delicious sauce. In addition, you can choose a side. I was intrigued by the baked beans but ultimately settled on the green beans. GF chose the greens. We couldn't miss their Mac and cheez so we threw in an order of that as well. The food came out pretty quickly but not suspiciously quickly. The sandwich was spectacular and really packed the heat. I may just be a heat pussy because GF said she didn't think it was at hot as my dramatics would suggest. I wish I could eat this sandwich daily. The green beans were very soft and swimming in a flavorful broth. The Mac and cheez was literally some of the best m&c I have ever had in my life. We had the traditional mac at Hattie b's the day before and this was 10x better. I could live in a vat of that shit. When asked about GF's greens she says "they were good". Do they goldbelly? lmao

Adam C.

Yelp
Vegan comfort food! It was so good! It is a walk up and order style restaurant, where you'll even pay for ketchup but the food makes it worth it. The staff is friendly and the food was ready quickly. Definitely recommend.

Shonda C.

Yelp
One of the best vegan establishments I've ever visited. All orders are taken at a virtual kiosk. As orders become ready, names are called and can also be viewed on an overhead monitor. Food was piping hot and very good. The environment was clean and inviting. Get restroom code from employees, if needed.

Hema K.

Yelp
I don't know what hot chicken is supposed to taste like, but this was a damn good sandwich! I understand why all of Yelp pointed me here for the best vegan classic Nashville food. Ordered the hot chicken sandwich with sides of collard greens, beans, and cornbread. The greens were good, the beans were forgettable, and the cornbread was too dry and crumbly. But the sandwich made up for all that and withstood a 20 min drive home without getting soggy or too soft. I thought it was perfect amount of heat -- a solid kick but not bringing me to tears. I ordered takeout as it was unclear from the website whether or not they were open for dine in. It turns out they were on that day - I recommend calling ahead to check if you're interested in dining in. Simple no-frills interior, seemed like most folks were taking out like me, but the option exists.

Chloe M.

Yelp
I need 85 characters for a review which I think is a little ridiculous because I just want to give them a 5 star review without having to write anything, but al

Cherelle J.

Yelp
I tried them a couple of times and was just not pleased. I tried the bbq jackfruit sandwich with slaw as a side it was really good. The potato bun was soft and the jackfruit was tender and moist. The bbq sauce didn't taste like much but it was ok. The sandwich came with slaw . Overall everything was ok. I'll probably order the same thing if I return.

K M.

Yelp
Food was great, lovely atmosphere. We ordered the sweet chicken sandwich, meatloaf, and macaroni and cheese.

Ria J.

Yelp
Do not even think twice about coming here!!! BEYOND AMAZING FOOD! Every single item hits the spot! I am vegetarian not vegan but I believe even meat eaters will not feel like anything is missing. I wish I could give this place more than 5 stars. We got: The Sweet Heat Sandwich - if you are craving a chicken sandwich I promise this one will not disappoint Nashville Hot Chicken and Waffles - they nailed the flavors in that waffle and oh my gosh that chicken was spiced perfectly and has sooooo much flavor! The Coleslaw- had us going back for seconds!!! Baked beans- yummmm Mac & Cheese - so much ooey gooey yummy goodness! 10/10 recommend!

Sonali S.

Yelp
I gotta say, vegan chicken has been a huge miss for me in Nashville until I ate here. It looks like the real thing and tastes pretty good. The restaurant itself is cute and clean, and I like the self order kiosks. The regular vegan chicken strips are great with some coleslaw and sweet honey mustard sauce. My kids liked the mango tango shake. I think my only complaint is that they don't provide any water (you have to purchase bottled water or bring your own, which we had anyway, .....but which seems cruel if you are eating the hot chicken sandwich), so I took away is a star. But if you're looking for the best vegan chicken in the area, I think this is it.

Chad R.

Yelp
I ate here with a friend a couple months ago while passing through and holy crap it was AMAZING!!!! I had the sweet heat chick sandwich and it was unbelievable!! I also got a side of coleslaw which was also fantastic and the lemonade was perfect. My buddy got the hot chicken sandwich and also thought it was amazing. Can't recommend this place enough.

Kay G.

Yelp
Absolutely phenomenal. I may be biased as I'm writing immediately after finishing my meal with a real case of the itis... I'm going get to the point-Delicious and as close as vegan can get to real soul food. I'm imagining what the greens recipe would taste like if cooked with a ham shank lol probably the best i'd ever had because the vegan version is so good. I didn't miss the traditional meat version at all. The sides I tried, baked beans, turnip greens and coleslaw were all tasty and seasoned to perfection. However, let's get to why you're reading this: The Nashville Hot Chicken is clucking ok lol, so good! I got the sauce on the side in case I didn't like it but after one bite, I smothered that seitan, so yummy and spicy! The coleslaw really helped with the heat. The flavor is incredible! I highly recommend if you're looking for the Nashville Hot Chicken experience without eating meat. The vibe is chill, good r&b/afrobeats music. Clean and intimate. Minimal yet friendly/helpful service. Great Brunch/Lunch spot. It's good they close early because, honey you need time to work that meal off before bed haha...

Christine V.

Yelp
While I was in town for a conference, I had the pleasure of dining at Southern V. I am not 100% plant based anymore but this place was definitely on my list of places to eat while in town - so glad I stopped in! I ordered the TSV Patty Melt and it blew my mind! The Seitan patty was cooked to perfection (not chewy and rubbery) and the cheeze was perfectly melted. I loved the combination with the Chipotle mayo as well. I ended up trying my best friend's (she is not plant based) cookout burger and it was just as delicious with mine. She is extremely picky and even she could barely tell that everything here is plant based. We added a side of the Mac and Cheese, cole slaw and green beans as well. Though everything was good, I probably wouldn't order the Cole Slaw again. Whether you're plant based or not - this is a place that you should try!

Wyatt L.

Yelp
Great spot if you're looking for a healthy way to get some classic Nashville flavors. I am a meat eater and I loved the jackfruit bbq sandwich! Also a great convenient location.

Harlie P.

Yelp
Best vegan food I've ever had! I don't like a ton of spice and the sweet heat strips were perfect! The strips are crunchy and full of flavor, inside is seitan. Employees are very friendly and they ensure everything is very cleanly! Great music playing, mainly table seating, there is a couch and a few comfy chairs for waiting. Would definitely come back here to try the sandwiches!

Stephanie R.

Yelp
My group of 7 tried out The Southern V on a weekend trip to Nashville. We were celebrating our friend's bachelorette with a food tour and this was our first stop. 1. The service was great. Since we dined in, we were able to order directly from the table with QR codes and the food came out quickly. 2. The atmosphere was super cute. As a table of 7 we were able to find a spot quickly and they had many table size options available. The decor was super cute and we were very appreciative of the non-gendered restrooms. 3. The food was awesome. We have a mixed group of vegans and meat eaters. For some of us, it was an exciting adventure into vegan food. For the bride, who is vegan, she was so excited to have so many options that were all things she could eat. As a table, we ordered the fried chicken, nachos, burgers, and a few versions of the veggie plate. Overall, we loved the place and will be back if we are ever back in Nashville. It was the perfect stop to kick off our vegan food tour!

Rashidah G.

Yelp
This is a cute little spot for lunch with friends. Vegan Deliciousness! I had the beyond patty Melt and Cole slaw. I ordered green beans but were too full to have them. Everyone enjoyed their food even the meat eaters in my group. Bahama mama smoothie was delicious as well. It's easy ordering through a self service kiosk and the food came fast. To top it off the music and ambiance was great. I'll be back

Nicole T.

Yelp
Wow, I have nothing but good things to say about this place! From the friendly service, to the curbside pickup, to the amazing quality of the food-this place is awesome! I ordered the hot "chicken" sandwich with the turnip greens as my side item. The sandwich was definitely hot, but not too hot where you couldn't enjoy the flavor. I let my boyfriend have a bite and he thought it was delicious. I would've shared more, but it was too good to share! The greens was delicious, so I would recommend it as a great side dish. I also ordered a lemonade, which was very sweet and tart. I wouldn't need coffee in the morning to wake me up, that lemonade perked me up after the first sip! Thank you for the good hospitality and good meal Southern V!

John B.

Yelp
Had I stopped anywhere in the surrounding countryside during my drive from Kentucky to here, I would have struggled to find anything vegetarian other than perhaps a mediocre pizza, but upon arriving in Nashville, I had choices for niche vegan restaurants all over the place. Out of many, I chose this one as it seemed the most "authentic"; it seemed like the sort of southern-fried thing people come to Nashville to eat, except in a version that I could actually eat. I will note that they were not open for any kind of in-person dining when a lot of places are. Everyone makes their own risk calculations in this strange pandemic era and I don't begrudge them that or deduct any stars, but I rather wished I'd hit a rest stop on my three hour drive to get to the place as you can't even walk into the store and there are no tables or facilities of any sort nearby. I placed an order online which was promised in fifteen minutes and beat that by a minute or two. The sandwich I received was positively mouthwatering, with a patty that was billed as seitan (basically wheat gluten) but had some layers to it and a breaded, spiced, and most definitely fried exterior. The cool fixins were a perfect counterpart, and I wolfed that thing down as quickly as I could without burning my tongue. A side was included and I was full enough that I saved it for later. The baked beans were a southern barbecue style which again is appropriate to the style of food they're going for. A bit sweet for my taste but I didn't have any reluctance in eating them. The menu is more than just fried seitan though, and while this place is only open lunch hours, I think I may find an excuse to come back when I'm in the area.

Brandi S.

Yelp
So glad we stopped at this spot - blown away by the flavors they packed in! The Hot Nashville Chicken Tenders were perfect amount of heat, the Vegan Mac was a huge hit with my non-vegan momma and the green beans... out of this world!! Also will be coming back for those chocolate chip cookies! Super fast and friendly service, loved it!

Michael R.

Yelp
The food here is so delicious!! Even if you're not vegan, you will enjoy the flavors. You have to try it for yourselves.

Mike S.

Yelp
They were able to accommodate a very large pickup order on Saturday morning. I would say the best review I can give is the fact that we had around 10 toddlers and children, none of which are vegan, who went nuts over the chicken. All of the food was amazing and we will definitely order again next time we are in Nashville. What a great experience!!!

Charmese B.

Yelp
Everything I've tried so far has been So Yummy and easy to order to go!! Will go back for more. Wish they were open more days at lunch!

Michael D.

Yelp
AMAZING!!! The Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich has the perfect savory spiciness you expect and want in the sauce. The seitan chicken is delicious as well and covered with an incredible breading that tastes and feels like it's actually deep fried. The chipotle Mayo, red onion, tomato, and lettuce all compliment the chicken and sauce so well! The Mac and Cheese was so creamy and yummy, but has a kick too. So if you're looking for a side to help cool down the tastebuds, I'd opt for something else. Overall, this is an incredible option if you're looking for the famous Nashville dish done vegan. A+++

Gianna F.

Yelp
Visited here while traveling in Nashville. My nonvegan husband wanted to try Nashville Hot Chicken while we were in town and I was disappointed that I couldn't find any that I could try until I found the Southern V. Everything I've tried so far is phenomenal! I can't recommend the food enough.

Rebecca B.

Yelp
Best vegan Nashville hot. It's actually a decent spicy level for hotheads like me. Wonderful staff. Love the self-serve iPads at the front to take the pressure off ordering. This place rocks. Get the vegan biscuit.

Priya S.

Yelp
As a vegetarian visiting Nashville we were on the hunt for a veggie hot chik'n! The menu is a scan and order from your phone. We ordered the vegan hot Chik'n with greens and the bbq jackfruit with baked beans. We started with the hot chik'n which was delicious and perfectly spicy. I didn't love the greens as they were not at all warm when we got them and also a little bland for me. Jackfruit bbq was also yummy but I do suggest if you order multiple dishes to share, start with the jackfruit because if you let it sit too long it does make the bread soggy. The flavor was on point and yummy though. Baked beans were also good!

Pam B.

Yelp
Looking for a vegan place after a trip to the Frist. The food was AMAZING! Service was great and the place was super clean. I had the fried chickn sandwich with a side of Mac and cheez. Everything was so good! Highly recommend.

Alan W.

Yelp
As much as a pescatarian from out of state wanted to go here, their hours are so limited, I couldn't try it. Expand your hours. Losing lots of business l

Wanda J.

Yelp
Food was ok. If you're vegan it's definitely an option. Customer service is fair. The ambiance is really nice. The Bahama mama smoothie was delicious.

Ornella S.

Yelp
This is a vegan restaurant that serves Southern food. I was very anxious to try it out. Now I'm not vegan or vegetarian...just a foodie who eats everything tasty. I ordered the Fried Hot Chick'n Sandwich with side of Mac n Cheeze and their homemade lemonade. The sandwich was flavorful. A crispy seitan infused with Nashville hot chicken history. Delightful. Hard to believe it's not chicken. The Mac n cheese didn't do it for me. Possibly because of the substituted cheese and milk. I guess you can't veganize everything. The lemonade was soooo delicious. This is a black & woman owned business. Tiffany (the owner) is such a wonderful lady. Got to chat up with her. They used to have indoor seating in pre-Covid times. Due to COVID-19, they closed their dining room and only do take out. Nonetheless, the service was fast, friendly and excellent. Overall, great vegan spot with great service. Would definitely recommend!

Elizabeth T.

Yelp
Amazing plant based food! I was blown away with your flavors. I ordered the sausage biscuit w/smoked Gouda & the Hot Nashville Chicken and waffles. One word...DELICIOUS! A MUST GO. HIGHLY REXOMMEND! FIVE out of 5 stars!

Carl D.

Yelp
Such a great find!! The food here is amazing! The hot kicks just right and all the sides are great. Even non-vegetarians will be more than pleased here. Everyone is very friendly here and good ambiance.

Max B.

Yelp
Real hot chickn here! At least my gf testified that it was legit for vegan hot chicken. Fun to have an authentic Nashville experience at a vegan restaurant. We had the cliff burger, too, which was also good but just a regular burger--not as endemic as the hot chickn! Too bad people aren't let inside yet (although I understand), the store looked cool.

Kathy D.

Yelp
Now home in FL, and still dreaming about my meal here...WANT MORE! PLEASE START SHIPPING - I'll take a pound of Nashville Hot, a bottle of hot sauce and a bottle of Ranch (make it 2 of each!), and a dozen biscuits, please! Not sure I can wait a whole year before I can get back to Nashville!

Jami V.

Yelp
Excellent spot! I loved the whole experience. They were thoughtful with their design, process & customer service. I tried an impossible burger with Gouda on a potato roll, a rice Krissy bar, herbal fruit tea, Mac& cheese and their ranch. All excellent and I can't wait to go back.

Kyle P.

Yelp
Swung through Nashville on a road trip and devoured an order of the Nashville Hot Fried Chick'n. Never tried the carnivore version of the dish before I stopped eating meat, but now I feel like I've had as authentic an experience with it as I can. Really excellent. Some of the best vegan mac & cheese I've ever had, as well. Excited to come back and try more of the menu!

Deon M.

Yelp
I had the chickn and waffles which were good. Make sure to get extra syrup. Very good substitute for fried chicken.

Sephe S.

Yelp
The fried chick'n was so good I wanted to eat more than my order. Smoothies, amazing and healthy. I tried to order the meatloaf but they had run out. :/

Colette S.

Yelp
Wow! I'm not Vegan, but my daughter is. I decided to try something new where her options weren't limited and The Southern V didn't disappoint. The food is fresh and has a wonderful flavor. Only leaving 4 stars because they only serve canned drinks and don't take cash. Otherwise this is phenomenal.

Lauren N.

Yelp
By far the best vegan spot in Nashville. I've eaten here many times and ordered almost everything off the menu and literally everything is amazing. Recently tried the rodeo burger and the burger with the glazed donut bun and WOW. Both incredible. Flavor out of this world. I never have any pics cause I eat the food so fast lol

Ashley R.

Yelp
This is the best vegan chicken I have had in my life. Run, don't walk. If you're spicy like me get it hot!! I wish I could eat here every damn day.

Derek D.

Yelp
I was a little upset I couldn't dine in here because the interior looked really cool, but I do get it and appreciate their cautionary practices. It would have been great if they even had a patio, but we found a park nearby that made for a great place to eat. I was looking forward to trying their hot chick'n, made from seitan, and thought it was the perfect option to get the breakfast version served on a biscuit. I was not disappointed in the slightest. The mac & cheese on the side was fantastic. The cookies 'n' cream mylkshake made for the perfect respite on a warm summer day. Could not have been much more pleased with my order!

Jeremy C.

Yelp
4.5/5 Been wanting to try jackfruit as a substitute for BBQ for a while now and saw Southern V has BBQ jackfruit nachos, so I made my venture out here to get some. Was not disappointed at all. Tasted almost exactly like real BBQ and almost even had the same texture as pulled pork too. Total mindfreak moment. The vegan cheese on top was even more surprising about how good it was. Great deal for a meal for only $12!