Okay, I will stop saying the only place in Middle TN to get legit Lao food is Murfreesboro. I'll…read morenow start saying the only place in Middle TN to get legit Lao food is Murfreesboro AND East Nashville. Amy and Clinton have married up Lao food and southern BBQ. Simple and delicious (does not mean simple to make!). The food is high flavor and meticulous execution. We had cucumber salad, sticky rice, Lao sausages with jaeow maak len (tomato salsa) and jaeow maak phet (roasted chili salsa). We also had the greens and corn bread with a chimichurri. Excellent. Big slabs of delicious cornbread. Delightful. Oh my goodness! Bravo Amy and Clinton! This is the kind of culinary pairing we need in Middle TN!

Y'all have to check out Saap Saap. They're a pop up that rotates between a couple spots, and also…read morehas a rotating menu. If you follow them on Instagram you can see their daily menu and location. It's Laotian inspired southern bbq made by the nicest people! They have items that you don't see many places which was refreshing to see. The sausage I ordered was grilled to perfection, and was bursting with flavor. Everything that came with it complimented it nicely. I really appreciated the plating, attention to detail and the apparent effort they put in to their food.

Chico ate my homework…read more Okay. Well... I think we all know that I'm lying but I just had to attempt to find an excuse on why my adoring review of pop-up restaurant Buttermilk Road is just now being posted. What is Buttermilk Road, you ask? This is what proprietor and chef extraordinaire Lisa Donovan has to say: "Buttermilk Road Sunday Supper is a pop-up restaurant based in Nashville, Tennessee that is meant to celebrate the tradition of the community-family Sunday feasts." I digress a bit and note that while it is certainly all that she describes, it is also just so much more than that too... Last November, I was lucky enough to secure a spot for the "back to nature" vegetarian supper that was hosted at East Nashville darling Barista Parlor. For a suggested $80 donation, I enjoyed 4 courses of innovative yet thoughtfully prepared cuisine, carefully curated cocktails and beverages, and satisfying appetizers while enjoying breaking bread (a Pain Brie Normandie at that!) with a small community of culinary aficionados. The casual elegance of Barista Parlor was the perfect platform for Lisa and her team to build a beautiful evening filled with the fragrant scent of scrumptious sustenance and undeniable charm. Many milled around the space and mingled while sipping on the Hot Apple Cider that was concocted of Lairds Apple Jack Brandy and Prichard's Tennessee Whiskey. Although, I knew that I should pace myself due to the bountiful courses ahead of me, I couldn't resist nibbling on the appetizers that were laid out. The Crostini with Eggplant Caponata and Fried Cippolini Onions was dangerously tasty while the Wild Mushroom Pate with Cumin Marinated Olives and Pain de Campagne still resonates with my taste buds. I'm a vegan so I passed on the Cheese Selection but I did thoroughly enjoy the Fresh Figs and Quince. And, to think... those were just the appetizers. I had contacted Lisa ahead of time to thank her for organizing a vegetarian themed supper as I was literally salivating at the opportunity to attend one of her events. Some of my friends were just raving on and on about how incredible their experiences were at a supper hosted at Burger Up while others were literally gloating about The Catbird Seat edition that was just a couple of weeks before. Lisa graciously replied that she would be happy to "vegan-ize" the menu for me and was as delightfully adorable as those revered little biscuits that she's known for. Throughout the evening, I couldn't help but smile as familiar faces were both sitting at the long rustic tables and also scooting out of the kitchen to giddily serve fine fare to the diners. I can't honestly think of another occasion where I was itching to join a kitchen or event crew in preparing and serving others. Perhaps, it was the intoxicating mulled wine but I'm certain the real reason is that these passionate folks are "sharing" a truly beautiful experience and not just "serving" supper. The first course consisted of Warm Asparagus Salad with Arugula, Walnut Vinaigrette and Poached Farm Fresh Egg but again, Lisa and Co. were able to alter this dish for me and I was more than satisfied with the tweak. The lust-worthy Buckwheat Crepe comprised of Housemade Ricotta, Roasted Fennel, Leeks, Romesco Sauce, and Fried Green Spanish Olives was a flavorful second course. The combination of the sauce and Spanish Olives burst with flavor. For the third course, one of my favorite beans was featured front and center with Artichoke, Pepper, and Chickpea Tagine served with Preserved Lemon, Chermoula, and Housemade Harissa. Seriously, it just doesn't get much better than that folks. We all know what is next... the final course. Hello, dessert! Along with cupping local favorite, Drew's Brew Coffee Service, we savored a Maple Cream Panna Cotta with Caramelized Pears and Oatmeal Crumble. My, oh, my. Lisa's extensive experience as a renowned pastry chef (with pedigreed stints at Margot, City House, and now Husk) really shine here. Her desserts aren't an afterthought of saccharine or fluff but instead has brought baking and "sweets" to a whole 'notha level. The evening ended nearly as magical as it started with many lingering around for a bit to bond and chatter about the wonderful circumstances that brought us all together to share such an intimate supper together. With Lisa's new role at Husk and the rising popularity of Buttermilk Road in other markets that have beckoned this pop-up to hit the road (a Southern Baking Class was hosted recently hosted in NYC), my only concern is that BR will start to resemble the well-intended family who initially dined together while sharing funny stories and playing games... However, as work deadlines loom and the kids grow up, these frequent meals become exclusive only to holidays or special occasions. I hope that the Buttermilk Road is a tradition that will live on at the dinner table and beyond. TIP: BR can also be commissioned to cater and plan private events too!

One of my favorite pizza finds of 2025! The name says it all - this pizza is FAB. I've eaten here a…read morecouple times now, and am so glad this awesome pop-up has a permanent home now at Crazy Gnome Brewing. On our most recent visit, my husband and I sat at the bar and ordered "The One with the Italian Sausage" and a regular-sized Caesar Salad to share. Our food was ready in about 15 minutes. Everything was amazing! The Caesar Salad was dressed to impress, with fresh romaine and lots of parmesan cheese. The pizza was perfectly cooked - and the crust had that warm, wood-fired taste that keeps you coming back for more. Definitely order a side of ranch to dip your crust. The pizzas are personal size (10"), and our only regret is that we didn't order a second pie! We'll absolutely be back soon.

Excellent pizza! I thoroughly enjoyed my mushroom and pepperoni pizza very much. The kitchen was…read moreslammed and did quite well with the two ovens and a stack of orders. The staff was great, friendly, and helpful. They were a cheerful bunch and worked through the surge with methodical coordination. For the evening they were serving outdoors and we had the choice of outdoor or indoor seating. They share the taproom space which is clean, comfortable, and inviting. You can order ahead on their website.

Best breakfast sandwich I've ever had…read more Huge fluffy Japanese milk bread with a folded scrambled egg and Korean inspired fillings. The egg was super fluffy and not dry at all and the sauces added so much flavor but you could taste every ingredient. We got the classic which was really good. And we got the one with pork belly which was my favorite the meats smokiness perfectly balanced out everything. Also we ordered ahead of time and it sat for a long time without getting too soggy before we ate it!

If you're looking for the best sandwich in town, Egg Drip in East Nashville is the spot. They are…read moreincredibly creative with their menu, and their "premium toasts" on fluffy Japanese milk bread are on a completely different level than your standard breakfast sandwich. The Standouts: * Oh My Gogi: This is a best-seller for a reason. The beef bulgogi and kimchi combo provides a perfect umami punch that balances out the rich eggs and cheese.  * Playin' Dirty: My personal favorite. The spicy pork belly is absolutely packed with flavor, and the addition of okonomiyaki sauce makes it so unique. * The "Ube-Bee": You have to try their new specialty Ube sandwich. It uses vibrant purple Ube French toast with bacon, eggs, cheese, and a hash brown patty, all drizzled with miso maple syrup. It's the ultimate sweet-and-savory combo and looks amazing.  * Yuzu Egg Salad: I'm usually not even an egg salad person, but this one is surprisingly good. The secret has to be the Yuzu Kosho (Japanese citrus pepper salt)--it adds a bright, zesty kick that cuts through the creaminess perfectly.  The Vibe: The presentation is 10/10--these sandwiches are basically made for Instagram. It's also a huge plus that they open at 8 AM, making it a reliable option for an early breakfast before the Nashville crowds really start moving.

Stopped in at Be-Hive for lunch and tried a half classic sub with a strawberry chocolate milkshake…read more Both absolutely delicious! The sub was packed with flavor and had that fresh nostalgic deli feel. The milkshake was creamy and perfect with the strawberry and chocolate twist, pairing beautifully. It's amazing to find a spot where everything on the menu is vegan, and you don't have to second-guess any ingredients. The vibe inside is laid-back and the service is welcoming, and it's great to have a deli-style market doing vegan food that is not only healthy but so delicious. I'll definitely be back to try more!

What a GREAT little spot! It was so nice to be able to order WHATEVER sounded good and not hold…read moreanything! The Nashville Hot Chxn Sandwich was perfect. The heat was on point, tangy pickles, smooth "mayo" and a soft & tastey bun. The chxn was so crunchy and held it's texture from start to finish. I was so impressed that the crunch held up from the first bite to the very last. We also had the citrus BBQ tofu salad. It was also AMAZING! Every part of the salad tasted like it was meant to be there. Pairing them was beautiful. The sweet, tart salad cut through the heat of the sandy just right!! I can not wait to come back to Nashville just so I can get more delicious food from this magical spot!!! And if you live here, you should know that this place is something special; what are you waiting for? Come try them or you need to come back in!!!!

Best fried chicken I've ever had…read more Only bummer was their chicken sandwich stops being served after 3pm. Chicken was super crispy but not greasy and perfectly seasoned. Sticky rice was perfect consistency. Sauce was a perfect acidic spice added. Only thing I wish was there was a mango glaze or something for the chicken. Didn't get a pic but the mango sticky rice was served in a cube and was incredible. Perfectly caramelized and sweet but not overly. One in our group described it as a mango rice version of the outside of coconut shrimp and that's super accurate. Set up was cool too! Absolutely recommend.

Foods is great. Wish I got some Chili Crisps- needed it. Service was great- food came right out to…read moreus. The area is cool if you don't mind the potential rock and dust getting kicked up to your food. I wish there was a better platform the seating was on.

Wow! Why did we wait so long to try this? We came for an anniversary dinner, and they had special…read moremenus made up for us to wish us happy anniversary. We were also met with bubbly and well wishes! Service was incredible- they explained the menu in depth, and they did not steer us wrong. We got 5 different dishes, and I cannot begin to describe how amazing each one was. It's all farm to table, so menu changes daily- but WOW!! The flavor. The presentation! The drinks! The dessert. We will be back!!!!

The food here is SO good!!! Flavorful, great quality, and true to the culture-- I absolutely have…read moreenjoyed both times I've dined here. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Everything I've tried has been really yummy and I've enjoyed the drinks too! I'll definitely return for more good food and planning to bring friends and family! Gotta say the ambiance is also really nice. They definitely have great music and even had a salsa class going on while I was there.

Really great casual spot for Thai food. They serve sushi too, but to be honest, I didn't love the…read moresushi as much. I highly recommend the drunken noodles and pad thai from their noodles section. The beef drunken noodles were juicy and not dry at all, so flavorful, and sooo good. My friend got the pad Thai and I tried some and it was also juicy and flavorful. The wok edamame was fantastic!! Get it! That sauce is incredible on the edamame and it's amaazing. I got the tom yum soup and it was pretty good, tangy just what a tom yum soup should be like. The sushi just wasn't my favorite. I think the rice is a little mushy instead of that crisp short gain Japanese rice, so I'd stick to the Thai food. Large parking lot so no issues with parking here.

The food, ambience and service was great! If you love Thai cuisine you should definitely check this…read moreplace out. I will be back!!

Urban Grub in Nashville is one of those places that feels like a hidden gem from the moment you…read morearrive. Famous for not having a sign, finding it may be part of the adventure, but once you do, everything else is effortless. Parking is simple--just pull up and valet takes care of the rest. With a reservation, we walked right in with no wait. The most difficult part of the evening was deciding what to order because the menu offers so many tempting choices. I selected the Kvarøy Arctic Salmon, while my wife chose the Springer Mountain Farms All-Natural Chicken. Both dishes exceeded expectations. The salmon was cooked perfectly--crispy on the outside, tender and flaky on the inside. It rested on a bed of greens with a subtle lemon flavor that paired beautifully with the fish. The chicken was equally impressive--moist, tender, and packed with flavor. What stood out most was the incredible smoky aroma that hit before each bite, making it even more irresistible. For dessert, the Blackberry Lemon Bread Pudding was the perfect finish. Soft, warm, and bursting with flavor, it was a standout ending to an already exceptional meal. From the outstanding food to the attentive service, Urban Grub delivered a fantastic dining experience. Make a reservation, enjoy the meal, and see if you can find the place.

This is my new favorite restaurant in Nashville. Everything thing I tasted was superb. The service…read morewas top notch as well. I got the crab Beignets. They were not what I was expecting but they were good. They are more like a crab hush puppy. The Alabama white sauce that came with set the beignet off!! The grits...the grits (chefs kiss). Very flavorful. The steak was good. Didn't even really need an additional sauce. White linen type of vibe. We got to sit in the VIP area/chef table. I will definitely be back!!