Eats & Drinks

Douglas Corner Café
With a history dating back to 1987, Douglas Corner Café makes the list of legendary venues in Nashville. You can grab food at the café and enjoy Open Mic night on Tuesday evenings. You never know who you will see performing; Blake Shelton, Garth Brooks, and Alan Jackson all graced the stage at Douglas Corner back in the day.

Fenwick’s 300
Fenwick’s 300 features all-day diner classics at affordable prices. For a little throwback nostalgia, Fenwick’s offers a unique dining experience on Melrose. They offer breakfast, lunch, and brunch menus.

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The Sutler
The Sutler is a neighborhood bar that combines great food with live music. They feature over 90 different bourbons and whiskeys in their cocktail menu, as well as southern comfort food. Stop by for a bluegrass brunch on the weekends.

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Melrose Billiard Parlor
This basement game room is downstairs from The Sutler. With pool tables, darts, and ping pong, it is the perfect place to grab a beer and let your hair down.

Love, Peace, and Pho
For authentic Vietnamese food, head over to Love, Peace, and Pho. You’ll find their menu is chock full of Vietnamese favorites like traditional egg rolls, dumpling soup, pho, steamed rice noodle wraps, spring rolls, and more. After going once, you’re sure to be hooked, but don’t worry, they offer takeout.

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Holler and Dash Biscuit House
Using the quintessential biscuit as the basis for amazing flavors and tasty dishes, Holler and Dash Biscuit House answers Nashville’s call for outstanding brunch spots. This breakfast joint pays tribute to the South with a menu that features biscuits and traditional southern favorites, including biscuits sandwiches, biscuits with jam, omelets, breakfast sandwiches, and breakfast bowls.

Sinema
A movie theater turned restaurant, Sinema offers up an amazing ambiance in addition to delicious cuisine. In addition to the restaurant, they have a swanky lounge that features a happy hour on weekdays. Join them on Saturdays and Sundays for a bottomless brunch buffet.

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Baked on 8th
For a sweet treat or a custom cake, Baked on 8th has you covered. They offer cakes (whole and by the slice), iced cookies, cookies, pies, and other sweets. You can call or stop by to see what daily offerings are available and you won’t be disappointed. On your way out, be sure to snap a photo with their fun mural.

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Shops & Studios

The Basement
Nashville is comprised of much more than just country music. Music City attracts artists of all genres, and the Basement sets the stage for many indie artists. In addition to its 8th Ave South location, there’s also The Basement East location on Woodland. They offer affordable shows for all music lovers.

Zanies Comedy Club
For a guaranteed good time and lots of laughs, Zanies Comedy Club hosts some of the best comedians. They have a jam-packed calendar that’s sure to appeal to every sense of humor.