There’s something sweet about an unassuming restaurant. A bit of true Nashville, it’s always a beautiful thing to find a place that the locals love. It truly paints a city. These are some of our favorites that came straight from our readers – do you have a favorite?

Dandgure’s - Yelp

This down-home restaurant is a perfect place for a southern meat and three. It’s a classic take on the days of old and will keep you full for absolute ages!

Manny’s House of Pizza

Located in the Arcade downtown, Manny’s is a must for all business folk who get a craving for a bite of perfection at lunchtime.

Dino’s Bar - Facebook

The oldest bar in Nashville has a solid cult following, and for good reason. The food is solid the beer runs heavy and it’s a great place to just chill without the frills.

Rotier’s Restaurant - Facebook

Known for their burgers on french bread, Rotier’s is famous amongst celebrities that swing through town and locals alike.

417 Union - Facebook

Located downtown, this is a popular place for businessmen who are looking for an early breakfast and great cup of coffee.

Mas Tacos - Facebook

At $3 a taco it doesn’t get better than this. Mas Tacos has a Cinderella story of sorts, graduating from a single food truck to a brick and mortar spot in East Nashville.

Nashville Biscuit House - Facebook

Located on Gallatin in East Nashville, this is where you go if you need a quick biscuit that tastes like mama made ’em.

Hog Heaven - Facebook

Hog Heaven is a good bit of bbq with a zing. Although it doesn’t look like much out front, it makes up for it in taste.

Gabbys - Gallivant

Gabby’s Burgers & Fries - Facebook

Gabby’s is tiny but good, the place is always filled to the brim with folks absolutely jonesin’ for their greasy burgers and killer fries.

Dozen Bakery - Facebook

This darling bakery is tucked away in the Wedgewood-Houston area, but their goods are all over town. We prefer their sweet bakery (pun intended), for their spread of delicious goods and the MUFFINS ARE GREAT. That is all.

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