The food was absolutely incredible, and the service was top-notch. Highly recommend! Great BBQ flavor read more

Amazing dinner and great that we were able to make reservations. Food and staff were wonderful and listening to the live band with some drinks afterwards just made it a perfect evening. read more

Finally made it back to the great Nashville establishment, Pucketts, up on Church Street and had a great time. Whether you come for breakfast, lunch or dinner, it's all good. If you time it right, you will be treated to some good live music. This day we went for happy hour and sat at the bar. We got a couple of $3 Yuenglings and ordered the nachos-- a great choice. Good service and conversation with our bartender, Bailey. I must say, it doesn't get any better than this!One might say "livin' the dream in Nashville"! read more

The food was really good. The Brisket was the thing I did care for on "The Whole Farm" platter. It was smoked well and tender but lacked the flavor. Surprisingly the smoked turkey was fantastic and the sausage. The whipped sweet potatoes were ok but I could have stood for it to have a little nutmeg and vanilla extract to bring out more flavor. The brownie dessert was ok, didn't like the bacon on it plus I am not a huge brownie fan, but had to try it since it was the most popular dessert. Next time, the Banana Pudding for sure! Jody was an amazing server. Very knowledgeable and attentive. Genuine nice young man with great manners! Loved the ambiance, you got a Lille bit of downtown Nashville with the solo acoustic act playing a few of my songs. read more

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I went downtown for fun today. I know 100 f and I went walking downtown. It was fun Came upon Pucketts, it smelled amazing from the outside. Inside it was a down home place. I ordered the pulled pork nachos. And they hit the spot. Everything was delicious read more

Puckett's Restaurant - Southern Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

True southern goodness is what they serve . The food was amazing !! My favorite was the fried green tomatoes !! read more

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Absolutely love this place. Have been eating here while in town for 20+ years! Their chicken fried chicken is heavenly! Our server was great and the atmosphere inviting. Definitely recommended! read more

Meatloaf: the one dish that has a particular association of being either amazing or something that will likely get you sick. Reasons can be contemplated, stories of past horror can shared at dinner circles and only one thing remains: courage. The courage to do it again, to get the dish that scares many yet has a flamboyant attraction to its core. Puckett's started in Tennessee and the Nashville location has been running since 2010. Situated a block or two from broadway, the clientele will be heavily touristic here. But a careful distinction must be made, this is not a tourist trap. It's an excellent restaurant with hearty food and kind staff. The casual and open space has the vibe of a classic all American restaurant from decades ago. So yes, get the meatloaf. It's excellent. read more

Puckett's Restaurant - Meatloaf - Southern Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

If you are looking for classic nashvillle bbq, grab a reservation at puckett's! Located a few blocks from broadway, it's popular and has a really interesting menu of different meats and sides to choose from. I had the pulled pork with 3 sides and it was delicious. Reasonably priced for lunch too. read more

Puckett's Restaurant - Pulled pork with 3 sides - Southern Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

It's hard to believe it's been 10 years since I was last at this Puckett's location, but on our last night in Nashville we came here for dinner. We were a group of 8, but I had no problem making a reservation on Yelp on a Monday night. The place really hasn't changed...great live music and a nice menu. I ordered the ribs with sides of Mac n cheese and mashed sweet potatoes. I wasn't crazy about the dry rub on the ribs but thought the sides were excellent. If you're coming here on a weekend, make sure you make a reservation, this place is very popular in Nashville! read more

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Great customer service and they are pretty fast. We got the whole farm! The meat was moist and delicious. Great place to enjoy barbecue with your friends and family. Make a reservation! read more

Puckett's Restaurant - The Whole Farm! - Southern Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I owe my wife, my mother and Puckett's an apology. For years, I thought I didn't like meatloaf. Turns out I just hadn't had Puckett's meatloaf. What arrived was a Southern masterpiece: a hearty blend of beef smothered in rich gravy and onions, served over mashed potatoes with green beans alongside. One bite in and I understood why this dish has survived generations. Wow. Comfort food doesn't get much more comforting than this. My wife and I also shared the barbecue chicken with sweet potato fries and coleslaw. Everything was spot on. The chicken was tender, the fries were excellent, and the slaw brought just the right balance to the plate. Then came the unexpected bonus. The kitchen accidentally brought us an order of sliced brisket. Our server told us to keep it. Well, it would've been rude not to try it. Holy cow. Literally. The brisket was smoky, tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. If that was the mistake, I'd hate to see what happens when everything goes according to plan. Great food. Great atmosphere. Great service. Southern cooking at its finest. Five stars. read more

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Stopped in for lunch here with work group and the place had a good amount of people already; luckily we were seated fairly fast. Our server was super friendly and quick to greet us. I got the pulled pork which was good. They have bbq sauces on the table but I enjoyed the pork more without them (I believe they're vinegar based and I prefer my bbq sauce more sweet). I enjoyed the creaminess of the mac n cheese, I can't remember if there's a loaded mac n cheese on the menu but this would be a good base for it! Good spot overall. read more

Puckett's Restaurant - BBQ Pulled Pork - Southern Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Cool old school southern eatery in downtown Nashville. The service was quick. My buddy had the grilled meatloaf and he said it was on point. I had the pulled pork plate, which was OK. It is hard to compete on pulled pork with so many other BBQ options in Nashville. All in all though, Puckett's was good. read more

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Seems like a Tennessee and Nashville staple. It is not my preference of food since it is fairly heavy but it fits the area. I do wish they have some all day breakfast items or lighter/smaller options. Live music was great and they involved the crowd nicely. Service was reasonable and timely. Wouldn't be my top pick for the area but they cater to our larger group size well. read more

4.4* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 4* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $18 (no alcohol for this meal...) 03/22/2026 This place came up in one of my wife's searches and was close to our hotel while staying downtown, so was on our short-list of places we wanted to visit. We did stop for dinner on the way back from Broadway our last night...and are so glad that we did, as the food was delicious! We had already had a few adult beverages in the music venues on Broadway, so limited our consumption to food alone at Puckett's. My wife ordered the BBQ Taco Salad (see picture) and I went for the Pulled Pork BBQ Sandwich with slaw (see picture). As we usually do, we shared our meals and both of us really enjoyed both of them. The pulled pork was well done and soft, the sweet potato fries were crispy and delicious - and both of the primary sauces were also very good! Assuming you are a smoked meat fan (and why else would you stop...), you will enjoy your meal at Puckett's! If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow. Photos copyright: happyhourdesmoines.com & thefoodanddrinkguy.com read more

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Service was a little slow. But we were happy to get a walk up reservation for four on a busy Sunday morning. They do take reservations. We did the recession special and added things to it to make it a normal price lol. But the food was really good. Loved both sausage and white gravy and I had a pile of bacon and added cheesy grits that were so good. I would go back ! read more

Food was ok, not worth the amount paid. Waitress was good but hostess was rude. I won't be back.

A solid 3.5! Kitchen needs better quality check on finished dishes before the go out. Especially when the restaurant is half empty. Staff was very nice and efficient! Really enjoyed the pimento cheese ball bites, the chicken and sausage gumbo was fantastic but the fried okra on top tasted like they had fried them too soon so they were greasy and soggy, as well as their wings were delicious. The Fried green tomatoes were stuck together so one side was fried and the other was gummy and others burnt. Shrimp and grits... I had 3 bites and that was enough. Way too much going on seasoning wise, asked for no bbq sauce drizzle but it happened anyway, shrimps were perfectly seasoned but could not taste the grits as there was just WAAAY too much of other things and flavors placed on top. KISS method works best for a classic dish like that. Fried green beans were lackluster but my fiancé said the smoked meat loaf was good and our friend really enjoyed the bbq ribs as well. read more

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First time to Nashville and this place was down the street from my hotel. Very friendly bartender. The beer was delicious. And I got the meat in three. Pulled pork, cheese, grits, collard greens and fried okra. Everything was delicious. I especially like they're two bbq sauces, and as well they have a bottled hot sauce. Reasonably priced and it filled me up! read more

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Jody was phenomenal! His recommendations and service were top tier! We live in Nashville but this was our first time here! We had the "Whole Farm" meal and that was both a literal and figurative representation! It was a lot of delicious food! We really enjoyed it! It was a low key and relaxing date with my husband on a Saturday! read more

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Where do I start!? When visiting Nashville you HAVE to come to Puckett's Restaurant if you want the most amazing BBQ and down-to-earth service. Our server was Douglas and he was so incredibly kind and helpful. He gave us his advice on the best dishes (according to his view) and also gave us his feedback on the questions we had. As an appetizer we got sweet potato fries with their special dipping sauce. These fries were probably one of the best sweet potato fries I've ever had!! They were crispy on the outside, well seasoned (but not overdone) and still soft in the inside. They weren't "mushy" at all -- for those of you who get sweet potato fries, you know. We also tried the skillet mac and cheese which is a MUST try and flap jacks which are a very thin pancake style type food. Yum, so good! For my entree I got the Entrée Salad in the full/large size which comes with field greens, tomatoes, onions and shredded cheddar and jack cheeses. And than I of course added a meat, which I chose the cherrywood smoked pulled pork and BBQ ranch dressing. O-M-G, one of the best and most filling salads I got. And yes, its weird getting a salad at a bbq spot but let me tell you, they just do salads different so it makes sense!! And although we were full from our apps and meals, we had to try their famous cobbler of the day which was cherry!! It comes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and that was just the "cherry" on the top for the most amazing lunch at Puckett's. When we left, we got a review card which our server Douglas wrote his name on it with a scripture book John 16:33 to look up (which I did): I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world". How awesome... to get a promise of peace and call for courage. All I know is that the next time in Nashville, I'll be paying a visit :). read more

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Delicioso We went there for lunch before taking our flight back home. The food was good, the only thing I would complain about is that the food was not hot; I believe it would have tasted better. Almost like it was cooked and it sat there waiting for the server to bring it to us. The service was good ‼ The ambiance was good. read more

Came here for breakfast and for dinner while in town. Firstly, as someone who got a crap ton of bbq while I was in town I'd say pass on this place for bbq. I got better elsewhere. Part of it was how dry everything was which was disappointing. With that said, service was tremendous. Special shout out to Kacey who served us one of the days. Really went out of her way to ensure we were having a good experience. She was just as gentle with the kids in our party as she was with the eldest one of our group. Honestly she's the only reason why I made this a 3 star versus a 2 star. That's because although each plate was massive everything was kinda lackluster. With that said, very much a family place which was nice and which is the reason we went there two times during our trip. We walked here from our hotel so I can't comment on the parking. read more

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We recently visited Nashville and had to stop by Puckett's for breakfast! We went early on a Saturday morning, and the restaurant filled up very quickly. We ordered The Little Joe and the Farmboy Breakfast Sandwich. Both were fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The service was excellent and made our experience even better. Definitely a spot we'd visit again! read more

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Yesterday we had lunch at this restaurant. You have to wait too be seated. Lots to choose from the menu. I tried their signature fruit tea. It was really good just no refills:( I had the Smoked meatloaf that was great with baked beans & green beans. My husband ordered the bologna sandwich with fries. He was not as impressed with his lunch. Great place to stop in! read more

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You want a pretty tasty meal away from Broadway? This is your place. That smoked meatloaf was amazing. Bread pudding is good and dense - if that's how you like your bread pudding - bring a buddy. All the bartenders here are also musicians. Grab their Instagrams and give them a listen. 8/10 will return. read more

Puckett's Restaurant - Bread Pudding - Southern Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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I was hungry and the breakfast buffet was wonderful. it helps when I will eat almost anything minus Brussels sprouts root vegetables like parsnips, turnips and rutabaga. everything else is fair game. everything was cooked to my liking and stayed that way no how many times I returned to the buffet. the kitchen staff has put many hours and minds into their foods and presentation. the music was perfect, waitstaff was great and customers were enjoying themselves as there was a low buzz of conversation through the large warehouse room. it was a pleasant atmosphere and great food but that's just my opinion and I'm easy to please as I've been on the other side of the fence as server, short order cook, cafeteria cook, main cook and teacher of cooking. I recommend Puckett's Restaurant wholeheartedly, as I enjoyed my food and atmospher. read more

One of the first stops for our Nashville visit and we were definitely happy! The staff was welcoming, especially our server who provided recommendations on what meals to order. She regularly checked on us and made sure our waters stayed full. I particularly recommend getting an order of the Nashville hot chicken bites (they had a great kick), the music city hot chicken sandwich, and/or the piggy Mac. Honestly everyone was sharing a bite of what they got cause it was all delicious! I will say the side of mac n cheese is large. You could probably share between 2 to 3 people. We also were surprised at the small size of the fried shrimp basket. More fries than shrimp. We actually visited before they had live music scheduled. We did notice that it starts getting crowded closer to the evening (6pm), but may also be due to live music playing at that time. read more

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Visiting beautiful Nashville and was looking for a dinner spot. Read the reviews on Yelp and away we go. The place was packed and took a bar seat. The staff at the bar was on point and attentive. There was a singer playing a guitar and the place was buzzing. The menu had a wide verity. I ended up ordering the Smoked brisket Crusted Hamburger Steak w/ Side of sweet potato fries + Rutherford Cali wine. The wine was "House Cab" but I highly recommend it. The steak burger + pickled onions + sweet potato fries was tasty and lovely compliment. Rich and juicy and combined with the wine was lovely. Location, service, food, entertainment was spot on. 5 shining start for Pucketts's! read more

Puckett's Restaurant - Smoked Brisket BBQ Hamburger Steak - Southern Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Oh my! Such a wonderful experience and on Tuesday! EXCELLENT service (thank you, Sara!!!!)! Delicious food (catfish soooo good! Shrimp and grits... hello!!! Git in ma belly!!!) Live music during dinner (Michelle Pereira, thank you for sharing your talent with us!!!!). Overall experience is 10/10! When in Nashville... make reservations for an evening show. You won't be sorry! Thank you Puckett's!! read more

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Food was very good, and staff was friendly. We were attending an event at the auditorium, and the restaurant is within walking distance.

Food and service was great. The ambiance was fun. Banana pudding was delicious but I had to take it to go because I was so full. Portions were huge! read more

Tried Puckett's in downtown Nashville because it was a location on a friend's Yelp list. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming and the live music added to the charm. I wanted to try all of the Southern staples, especially the pulled pork and mac & cheese. The ribs, pulled pork, fried fish, johnny cake and grits were delicious and filling. The only issue was the macaroni and cheese. It had a box mix taste and the breadcrumbs on top felt like an afterthought instead of something that was intentionally baked on. Another great thing that really stood out were the whiskey and bourbon flights. We had a great selection, and it was a fun way to sample a few different pours without breaking the bank. The staff was super friendly, and the service was quick even though it was busy. It felt like a true Nashville experience, with good food, good vibes, and a laid-back crowd. I'd definitely go back next time I'm in town! read more

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Well, we went to Pucketts because everybody says to go to Pucketts when you're in Nashville and the surrounding areas. It was just OK to me. I didn't think it was anything particularly great. The food was just normal. Food didn't really care for the mashed potatoes. Now that I've been that's great and I'm glad I got to go, but I probably won't go back. It's not on my list of things to do in Nashville. read more

Entertainment was great, BBQ brisket was super dry. No amount of sauce could make up for it.

It was a Saturday so didn't expect much but made reservation for 830, band started at 830. Very crowded place, with volume way too high for a band in such a small place. The Gwynn Sisters sang, they were lovely. Ordered a beer, never got it. Got fried green tomatoes that were panko-breaded, overly crunchy & too much breading. We pulled off one side & left a full plate of coating. They were just ok. Okra was like pre-made frozen type. Meh. Brisket sandwich was ok, but only about 1.5 oz of meat - 2 dinky pieces about 2" wide & 1/4" thick, 1/4 of one was pure fat. Love bbq sauces here. Skillet Mac & cheese was ok but pretty bland & nothing special. It didn't make anything better. The plate of French fries was the worst. Arrived cold & they were rock hard- inedible. Disappointed read more

Puckett's Restaurant - Brisket sandwich with skillet Mac & cheese - Southern Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Great food in a local restaurant, Quick service and reasonable prices. Always a stop when in Nashville. Cheers read more

I love this spot. We went once for breakfast and once for dinner. Food was amazing and the portions are generous. Im still dreaming of the fried chicken I had here. read more

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We shared a brisket place w extra sides. Brisket was lean and good. The bbq sauce is AMAZING! Potato salad-meh Okra-excellent Beans-excellent Mac n cheese-excellent. Cornbread cakes-excellent Yvonne was our server. She's great. Hostess was Kendall And she is welcoming, friendly and professional. read more

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