If you’re ever in the mood to enjoy a bit of local Nashville, then you don’t want to miss out on these sweet middle Tennessee spots. They’re a bit off the beaten path – no, we didn’t include raving hot chicken spots – but a couple of lower key places to eat that are as delicious as they are unassuming. We’re sure you’ll fall in love with the city all over again at these little known restaurants in Nashville.

  1. Riverside Grill Shack

Riverside Grill Shack - Facebook Tucked away in East Nashville, Riverside Grill Shack is said to have one of the best burgers in the city. Plus, it’s served with a side of Nashville style.

  1. Yeast Nashville

Yeast Nashville - Facebook Home of the famed kolache, Yeast Nashville is a fun stop if you’re looking to take a moment away from the much too obvious Saturday morning donut shop. You’ll find a neat menu and friendly folk, here.

  1. Headquarters

Headquarters - Facebook This teensy tiny coffee shop off of Charlotte Avenue is a fabulous place to curl up on a rainy day, perfect for a morning to yourself or a quick cup of joe before work.

  1. VN Pho & Deli

VN Pho & Deli - Facebook This west Nashville gem is perfect if you’re looking for a hot, steamy bowl of deliciousness. Small, unassuming and off the beaten path, you’ll fall in love.

  1. Mitchell Delicatessen

Mitchell Delicatessen - Facebook The best sandwich in Nashville is hidden high in Inglewood. It’s a local love, but if you’re visiting the city? You simply can’t miss it.

  1. Dose Coffee and Tea - Riverside Village

Dose Coffee and Tea - Facebook We’re not talking about the Sylvan Park location! The new Dose in Riverside Village is a fabulous new addition to the Nashville coffee scene.

  1. Thai Phoo Ket

Yelp / Mary M Authentic Thai with ample room for groups and a neat - if little known - central location, Thai Phoo Ket is most definitely a local favorite.

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Riverside Grill Shack - Facebook

Tucked away in East Nashville, Riverside Grill Shack is said to have one of the best burgers in the city. Plus, it’s served with a side of Nashville style.

Yeast Nashville - Facebook

Home of the famed kolache, Yeast Nashville is a fun stop if you’re looking to take a moment away from the much too obvious Saturday morning donut shop. You’ll find a neat menu and friendly folk, here.

Headquarters - Facebook

This teensy tiny coffee shop off of Charlotte Avenue is a fabulous place to curl up on a rainy day, perfect for a morning to yourself or a quick cup of joe before work.

VN Pho & Deli - Facebook

This west Nashville gem is perfect if you’re looking for a hot, steamy bowl of deliciousness. Small, unassuming and off the beaten path, you’ll fall in love.

Mitchell Delicatessen - Facebook

The best sandwich in Nashville is hidden high in Inglewood. It’s a local love, but if you’re visiting the city? You simply can’t miss it.

Dose Coffee and Tea - Facebook

We’re not talking about the Sylvan Park location! The new Dose in Riverside Village is a fabulous new addition to the Nashville coffee scene.

Yelp / Mary M

Authentic Thai with ample room for groups and a neat - if little known - central location, Thai Phoo Ket is most definitely a local favorite.

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