Best Cozy Restaurants in East Nashville

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

Nashville

Neighborhoods

Belmont / HillsboroBerry HillDowntown / SobroEast NashvilleEdgehillGermantown

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

72 restaurants available nearby

1. The Treehouse

4.8

Exceptional(799)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • East Nashville

Booked 19 times today

The Treehouse is an East Nashville original restaurant and bar. We strive to source our food locally from within our community and offer inside and outdoor dining options. Come by and enjoy our ever-changing food menu or simply unwind with a craft cocktail, local draft, or glass of wine. We offer full service dinner Monday through Saturday from 5pm - 10pm as well as brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 10am - 3pm. In addition, we offer a late night menu from 10pm-12am Friday - Saturday. Open at 4pm on the back patio Monday-Friday for Happy Hour!

2. Jane’s Hideaway

4.8

Exceptional(674)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • East Nashville

Booked 12 times today

Our kitchen is open 5-10pm, 7 days a week. 21 + after 8pm.We always recommend booking a reservation for your party, however we do have limited walk-in availability! For parties greater than 4 people, call ahead, our seating for large parties is very limited. We have a 15 minute grace period for late parties. Please note that your party may receive a time limit if we are busy!At Jane's, we are serving up re-invented Southern classics with local ingredients, paired with very listenable live music from the next generation of bluegrass and Americana virtuosos. Hide out tonight in East Nashville with a Tennessee-spirit based cocktail and you'll quickly become a friend of Jane's.Live music starts every night at 8pm.Cancellation policy: Parties of 8+ will be required to submit a credit card to secure their reservation. In the event of a short notice cancellation (24 hours or less), or a no-show, there will be a charge of 20 dollars per person on said reservation.21+ after 8pm

3. Peninsula

4.8

Exceptional(187)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • East Nashville

Booked 12 times today

Located in the heart of East Nashville, Peninsula serves up sharable plates, old world wines, and Spanish style gin and tonics in an inviting and intimate space. James Beard nominated Chef Jake Howell's menu focuses on sustainable, local ingredients and features seasonal, creative dishes influenced by the Iberian Peninsula. Guests are encouraged to sample the flavors of Spain, Portugal and France while enjoying the rustic, yet modern surrounds.

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4. Emmy Squared - East Nashville

4.6

Exceptional(33)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • East Nashville

Booked 2 times today

Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local beer & wine selection.**Join us for Brunch Saturday and Sunday mornings!**

5. Geist

4.8

Exceptional(2510)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Germantown

Booked 36 times today

The Champagne Garden is first come first served. We will do our best to accommodate every request.Managing Partner- Freddy SchwenkGeneral Manager- Lindsey BertrandExecutive Chef- Ron BushbyExecutive Sous Chef- Connor Woodburn

6. The Authentique

4.9

Exceptional(136)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • East Nashville

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to The Authentique, an intimate Parisian retreat in the heart of East Nashville. As the proud recipient of the Best Wine List in the city, our cozy French wine bar invites you to experience the romance of 1900s Paris.Immerse yourself in our charming ambiance, where candlelight and vintage decor set the stage for a culinary journey inspired by the streets of France. Our menu features a delightful selection of small plates.At The Authentique Wine Bar, we curate an exceptional wine list, showcasing the best of France. Let our passionate staff guide you through our carefully selected wines, ensuring the perfect pairings to complement your evening.Whether it's a romantic date or a gathering with friends, join us at The Authentique for an evening where the spirit of 1900s Paris meets the energy of Nashville. Experience the warmth of our cozy space and the exquisite taste of French cuisine. Santé! - Happy Hour Tues-Thurs 5:00PM-6:30PM Merci!- Live Jazz Fri & Sat 6:30PM-9:30PM

7. Bad Idea

4.5

Awesome(65)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Wine Bar • East Nashville

Booked 27 times today

Bad Idea is East Nashville's buzziest new restaurant from Sommelier Alex Burch and Executive Chef Colby Rasavong. It was honored as one of the 50 Best Restaurants in America in 2024 by the New York Times. New York Times food writer Brett Anderson remarks “Bad Idea may well be what many seasoned diners thought when they heard there was a wine bar specializing in envelope-pushing Lao food opening inside an East Nashville church. But given the level of cooking here, the name turned out to be a self-aware joke, rather than aself-own…[Rasavong] invests the weight of his life experience in food that stretches the boundaries ofSoutheast Asian cooking to the edge of Appalachia. And the wine list is wise beyond this restaurant’syears, mixing tantalizing obscurities, affordable crowd pleasers and connoisseur selections you’ll rarelyfind poured by the glass.” Bad Idea was also named a semifinalist for Best New Restaurant in the 2025 JamesBeard Awards.

8. Pelican & Pig

4.8

Exceptional(69)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • East Nashville

Booked 20 times today

Owned and operated by husband and wife team Nick & Audra Guidry, Pelican & Pig operates with playful creativity and service in mind. Drawing inspiration from places they have lived and from their many travels, in name and through the menu, the restaurant is a nod to the inspirations and influences from the past and present. By bringing a fine-casual dining service experience to a comfortable, cozy atmosphere, it is our goal to provide exceptional service through attention to details and knowledge of products and menus. Upon entering you are greeted with a view of the completely open kitchen and wood-burning hearth. Let our staff welcome and guide you through the night with our list of craft cocktails, exceptional wine and spirit offerings and our hand-selected craft beer menu.

9. The Hampton Social - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(5682)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 145 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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10. Sinatra Bar & Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(1961)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 37 times today

Sinatra Bar & Lounge celebrates Frank Sinatra’s enduring cultural legacy with a distinctive, Rat Pack-era feel in the heart of Nashville’s historic Printers Alley. Located in Icon Entertainment & Hospitality's Southern Turf Building, Sinatra Bar & Lounge’s warm, intimate atmosphere features an extraordinary collection of Sinatra memorabilia as well as live music daily. A carefully-cultivated menu includes some of Sinatra’s personal favorites, prime steaks, traditional Italian dishes, an array of classic cocktails and more. Sinatra Bar & Lounge is a must for any fan of “Ol’ Blue Eyes." Don’t miss our Happy Hour menu at the bar every day from 4-6pm.Sinatra attire is business casual; no sleeveless shirts or open-toe footwear for the men, no offensive or political message on t-shirts, no sports apparel.* For credit card transactions, there is a 3.5% processing fee. You are welcome to pay in cash the evening of your reservation to avoid the fee.

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KipVIP
Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula •68 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A nice intimate music venue. We went a little early to have food before the music started at 8 PM. The food was good, service was great and prices are very reasonable. It really seemed like a place for locals, lots of people seem to know each other, which gave it a special vibe. Was a comfortable atmosphere for listening to some great music.
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Jane’s HideawayPrice: Moderate• American• East Nashville
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4.8
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Amy
Nashville •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a business dinner and everything was delicious. We had a lovely bottle of bubbles, the lemon ricotta and the charcuterie. I think most of us had the lamb, steak or the sea bass. Not a bite left for any boxes. My crew never sleeps on dessert, so we had tiramisu and the apple pie cheesecake. Which I’ll likely dream about both for the foreseeable future. Thanks for great spot for meeting our new CIO.
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GeistPrice: Expensive• American• Germantown
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4.8
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Michelle
Nashville •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The service was superb!! The portion sizes were perfect and I would highly recommend for a first date. Thank you for taking care of us!
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The TreehousePrice: Expensive• American• East Nashville
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4.8
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AlexisVIP
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Incredible food, service, experience every time! Thank you!
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PeninsulaPrice: Expensive• Modern European• East Nashville
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4.8
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Robert
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 22, 2025
Great food and courteous staff but don’t go there expecting to have a quiet conversation.
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Emmy Squared - East NashvillePrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• East Nashville
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4.6

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