Best Lunch Restaurants in Nashville

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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Nashville

Neighborhoods

AntiochBelle MeadeBellevueBelmont / HillsboroBerry HillBrentwood

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

111 restaurants available nearby

1. Locust Nashville

4.9

Exceptional(67)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Irish • Belmont / Hillsboro

Booked 7 times today

Locust brings a chaotic elegance to Nashville's dining scene. Chef Trevor Moran and team carefully assemble an ever-changing menu highlighting seafood and local, seasonal products: think raw bar selection, whole grilled fish, a decadent crab omelette, all rounded out with tea and biscuits shaved ice. On Sunday nights, the team pumps out dumplings folded to order for a more casual, walk-ins-only experience. Lunch: Friday - Sunday 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (reservations required)Dinner: Friday - Saturday 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (reservations required)Sunday Walk-Ins: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (first come, first served)Patio Bar: Friday - Sunday 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM*Please note that Locust is a CARD ONLY establishment, and does not accept cash payments at this time.

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2. North Italia - Nashville

4.7

Exceptional(1548)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Green Hills

Booked 53 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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3. The Henry - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(305)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Belmont / Hillsboro

Booked 100 times today

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4. Midtown Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(5124)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern • Midtown

Booked 57 times today

Open Table TOP 50 Best Southern Restaurant in USA offering a casual, affordable, fine dining atmosphere with breakfast / brunch / lunch all seven days and dinner Monday through Saturday with cage free eggs, biscuits, pancakes, seafood, prime steak, veal, pastas & featuring 40 wines by the glass and 150 selections. Located just off West End at 102 -19th Ave S in the West End / Vanderbilt / Music Row / Midtown / Medical Center neighborhoods. Since 1987, casual fine dining with quality ingredients prepared and served by caring professionals.Open weekdays for Breakfast 8am-2pm. Lunch 11am-2pm Mon-Sun. Dinner starting at 4:30 Monday - Thursday and 5:00pm Friday and Saturday. Complementary Valet Parking for Lunch and DinnerShuttle offered for events at Tpac, Ryman, The Symphony, and Bridgestone with a 40$/ person check minimum. Must call restaurant to reserve shuttle seats. Requests made on Open Table may not be honored, due to limited seating.

5. Urban Grub

4.8

Exceptional(5385)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern • Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill

Booked 51 times today

**We are currently experiencing technical difficulty with communication between OpenTable and our Table Management Software. Please use our website (urbangrub.net) to see our availability. Urban Grub is a casual fine dining bar and eatery located in a renovated carwash in Nashville’s iconic 12 South district.The design of the restaurant features a rustic elegance, filled with custom woodwork, stone fireplaces and rounded booths tucked in intimate corners. Urban Grub offers both indoor and outdoor seating with a combination of the two in the beer garden, accompanied a view of the restaurant’s meat curing room, as well as a covered gazebo for larger parties.From the inviting indoor-outdoor atmosphere to the elevated Southern cuisine of fresh seafood, house-made charcuterie, and prime dry-aged steaks, the experience is unforgettable.

6. Epice

4.9

Exceptional(861)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Lebanese • Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill

Booked 29 times today

Epice is a family-owned Lebanese bistro in the heart of Nashville. We balance modern design with classic Lebanese dishes, aromatic spices with fresh herbs, and friendly service with professional knowledge. The cocktails are crisp, the entrees aromatic, and the wine elegant. Come celebrate.

7. The Hampton Social - Nashville

4.7

Exceptional(5648)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 106 times today

The Hampton Social - Nashville is the perfect place to imbibe and enjoy the feeling of summer days. Located just minutes from the bustling Broadway street, The Hampton Social is ready to celebrate the every day in the Music City. Our 3-story restaurant features a first-floor "Rosé All Day" lounge, second-floor dining with a private dining space, and our brand new rooftop terrace with indoor and outdoor seating. Known for our lively dining experiences featuring exceptional coastal-inspired food, cocktails, and live music in a beautifully designed atmosphere. Open for Lunch, Dinner, and Weekend Brunch

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8. The Finch - Nashville

4.5

Awesome(785)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 114 times today

Elegant restaurant nestled in the historic Union Station complete anchored with a craft cocktail center bar.

9. etch - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(8618)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 59 times today

Featuring an array of global flavors and decadent desserts by Chef Deb Paquette and Pastry Chef Megan Williams, Etch is located in the ground floor of the Encore tower in Nashville's SoBro district. The restaurant is equipped with two private dining rooms, a full bar and an open kitchen with bar-style seating, allowing guests to interact with the culinary team. Lunch and dinner are available Monday-Friday, as well as dinner on Saturday. In her 13 years as Chef/Owner of Zola, Deb received accolades for Nashville's best chef and Nashville's best restaurant multiple times. Nashville restaurants are many, but Etch sets itself apart with bold flavors and colorful presentations.The cuisine at Etch is complemented by our comprehensive wine list, featuring an extensive collection of wines from around the world. Guests can also enjoy our modern take on classic cocktails, along with a variety of eclectic beers and regional drafts.

10. Blue Aster

4.5

Awesome(337)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 14 times today

Offering an innovative twist to modern American cuisine, the restaurant’s seasonal menus focus heavily on a farm-to-table approach, sourcing most of the ingredients from local and regional purveyors and farms, along with a selection of fresh seafood and a variety of local ranch steaks. Blue Aster serves daily breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Kathy
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Madeleine made our lunch a wonderful experience! She is one of the best servers I have ever had.
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The Henry - NashvillePrice: Moderate• American• Belmont / Hillsboro
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4.8
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Wes
Nashville •16 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
This is a Nashville staple with a menu that will satisfy almost anyone. Perfect for a work lunch. Seating is limited and crowded which can rub people the wrong way; it can also be loud.
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Midtown CafePrice: Expensive• Southern• Midtown
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4.9
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Diane
Atlanta •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a party of 4, sat outside in the heated patio. Very comfortable and cozy. 2 of us got the shrimp and grits. Savory sauce, really good. My husband got the scallops. He enjoyed them, good flavor but there were only 3 scallops. Would go back.
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Urban GrubPrice: Expensive• Southern• Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill
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4.8
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Sarah
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Locust is a unique and wonderful experience every time we go. The food is amazing and the staff are attentive and knowledgeable.
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Locust NashvillePrice: Very Expensive• Irish• Belmont / Hillsboro
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4.9
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Rachel
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My husband and I went for Valentine’s Day and it was a great experience. We loved the prefixed menu and will definitely be back! Everything we ordered was so good. We especially loved the Chicken Parm, Spicy Vodka Rigatoni, and the broccolini!
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North Italia - NashvillePrice: Moderate• Italian• Green Hills
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4.7

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