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How to Eat at Eater 38 Restaurants That Are Still Open in Nashville

From meal kits to curbside to-go orders and patio dining, how 30 essential restaurants are serving customers creatively during the coronavirus pandemic

by Delia Jo Ramsey Updated
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by Delia Jo Ramsey Updated
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The Eater 38 is a guide to Nashville’s essential restaurants, an elite set of spots that represent some of the best of the city’s contemporary dining scene. Glancing through the list today, the impact of COVID-19 on the city’s food world becomes immediately apparent. Of the 38, thirty of them are currently open for patio dining, takeout or delivery in some form; the other eight remain closed — for now.

The situation in Nashville, and restaurant owners’ responses to it, is shifting day by day. As of right now, here’s how to support the thirty Eater 38 restaurants that currently remain open in some fashion.

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Cafe Roze

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Cafe Roze swiftly (and smartly) transformed into Roze Bodega, with a brand new all-day menu, plus pantry items from coffee and eggs to bottled cocktails and toilet paper. Work is also underway for their expansion to Belle Meade as Roze Pony. Order online for pick-up or delivery of all of the above, plus nightly family dinner features (usually posted to their Instagram Stories). Anyone else hoping that — like daily walks and actual phone calls with friends — this is something that’ll stick, post-pandemic?

1115 Porter Rd, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 645-9100
(615) 645-9100
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Big Al's Deli

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Big Al’s beloved Salemtown breakfast and lunch destination is still open for curbside pick-up, delivery, and family meal packs. Check Facebook for daily hours and menu.

1828 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 242-8118
(615) 242-8118
Big Als Deli

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Folk

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Folk offers online and call-ahead (615-610-2595) ordering for pick-up of pizzas, chicken parm sandwiches, and “mystery wine” (you choose the type, they choose the bottle, $40) from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, and noon to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday via contactless pick-up. They also offer pantry items and a pre-ordered market box featuring vegetables from Rocky Glade, Southland, Corner Springs, and Harpeth Moon farms.

823 Meridian St, Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 610-2595
(615) 610-2595
Sam Angel

Mas Tacos Por Favor

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Open Tuesday through Saturday for curbside pick-up of real essentials like tacos and margaritas, plus interesting daily specials (think bacon-wrapped hot dogs and pickled cactus tacos with chorizo), all posted to their social media pages. Patio opening soon — check social for updates on that, too.

732 Mcferrin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 543-6271
(615) 543-6271
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Lyra

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The East Nashville essential offers curbside takeout for lunch Tuesday through Saturday and happy hour/dinner Monday through Saturday — including larger portions of fresh pita and tabbouleh salad, plus batch cocktails. The patio is now open with full service for dinner, Monday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., while those picking up lunch takeout can dine on the patio tables.

935 W Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 928-8040
(615) 928-8040
Sam Angel

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Peninsula

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For pick-up or delivery (for a fee), the East Nashville restaurant offers a subscription to a rotating selection of their comforting broth, plus they’re selling G&T kits — full bottles of select gin of the week with plus Peninsula’s own tonic, herbs, citrus, and garnishes. They also offer Ornette bread, tee shirts, and gift cards for sale on their website.

1035 W Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 679-0377
(615) 679-0377
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Two Ten Jack

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Nashville’s firstborn izakaya is open for takeout from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Order online crowd-favorite garlic noodles, gyoza, cocktails, and even ramen (something they’ve never served to-go before).

1900 Eastland Ave #105, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 454-2731
(615) 454-2731
Two Ten Jack

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Dino's Bar

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The East Nashville favorite dive is open for curbside pick-up Thursday through Sunday from 5 to 10 p.m. Order classic cheeseburgers, Beyond Meat burgers, and hot chicken sandwiches online.

According to their latest Instagram posts, the patio will be opening soon.

411 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 226-3566
(615) 226-3566
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City House

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Open for takeout with a pared down pizza-heavy menu, Wednesday through Sunday. from4 to 8:30 p.m. Order online for contactless curbside pick-up, including family meals and desserts.

1222 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 736-5838
(615) 736-5838
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Henrietta Red

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Curbside pick-up and delivery is now available Tuesday through Saturday from 4 until 9 p.m.

Call 615-490-8042 to order via phone or just order online. You can also preorder brunch kits.

1200 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 490-8042
(615) 490-8042

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Butcher & Bee

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Place orders online for to-go, available Thursday (4-8), Friday/Saturday (4-9), Sunday brunch (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.), and Monday (4-8). They also offer grocery delivery on Fridays (orders must be placed by Tuesday at noon).

902 Main St, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 226-3322
(615) 226-3322
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Greko Greek Street Food

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East Nashville’s go-to for Greek food is now open regular hours (11 a.m. to 9 p.m.) for patio dining, plus continued takeout and delivery via Doordash. They also offer family meal packs of Athenian chicken ($35 serves four) and souvlaki ($40 serves four), with all the fixins.

704 Main St, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 203-0251
(615) 203-0251
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Manny's House of Pizza

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Open regular hours for takeout with a limited menu.

15 Arcade Alley, Nashville, TN 37219
(615) 242-7144
(615) 242-7144
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Nicky's Coal Fired

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The Galzins’ Nations restaurant is now back open for takeout only. Place orders online for contactless pick-up or delivery.

5026 Centennial Blvd, Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 678-4289
(615) 678-4289
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Robert's Western World

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The Broadway honky-tonk is back in business at half-capacity on weekends (open 2-10 p.m. Thursday through Sunday). They also stream live music during the week online.

416 Broadway B, Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 244-9552
(615) 244-9552
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Hathorne

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Now open for curbside pick-up, Wednesday and Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. Place orders online.

4708 Charlotte Ave, Nashville, TN 37209
(629) 888-4917
(629) 888-4917
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Midtown Cafe

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Order online for contactless pickup. Delivery through Fresh Hospitality new to-go app partner coming soon.

102 19th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 320-7176
(615) 320-7176
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Peg Leg Porker BBQ

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The Gulch restaurant is back open at half-capacity for indoor and patio dining. It’s also possible to get Bringle’s famous dry-rubbed ribs and pulled pork shipped anywhere in the country thanks to Goldbelly. The chef’s sauces and seasonings are available for purchase, too. In the meantime, he’s sharing recipes on the restaurant’s Instagram feed — everything from pork rind-crusted fried green tomatoes to Frito pie or BBQ Benedict. And, there’s always the possibility of drinking Peg Leg Porker Straight Tennessee Bourbon while putting together puzzles at home with the cat.

903 Gleaves St, Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 829-6023
(615) 829-6023
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Arnold's Country Kitchen

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The Gulch meat-and-three mecca is open normal weekday hours at half-capacity, and also still offering to-go plates and delivery, including larger-portion family-style dinners and desserts (shipped anywhere). Call 615-256-4455 to order during business hours, or pre-order after hours at arnoldsmeatand3@gmail.com.

605 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 256-4455
(615) 256-4455
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VN Pho & Deli

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Open for takeout — call 615-356-5995 to order.

5906 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 356-5995
(615) 356-5995
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Caffé Nonna

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Besides making nightly takeout/delivery dinners and carb-y comforting family meals for the masses, the Sylvan Park restaurant has been busy teaming up with Local Meals for Local Heroes to deliver lunches to healthcare workers at TriStar Centennial. They recently reopened at half-capacity for dine-in service, too.

4427 Murphy Rd, Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 463-0133
(615) 463-0133
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Dozen Bakery

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Early birds get the worms — or, the baked goods, restocked at 7 a.m. daily, in this case. Pre-order for contactless curbside pick-up or delivery of baguettes, blueberry muffins, crossaints, and cookies.

516 Hagan St #103, Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 712-8150
(615) 712-8150
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Sonobana

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The White Bridge Road strip mall sushi destination recently reopened for takeout, while the Japanese market next door remains open. Call in (615-356-6600) to order sushi rolls, teriyaki entrees, and udon noodles after 4 p.m.

40 White Bridge Rd, Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 356-6600
(615) 356-6600
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Josephine

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Now open for curbside pick-up with a new menu that also features real Philly cheesesteaks, Cope’s cornbread, and prime rib from chef Andy Little. Open daily from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m; call 615-292-7766 to place orders. A 20% service charge is added to each order. Use Postmates for delivery.

2316 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 292-7766
(615) 292-7766

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House of Kabob

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Recently relocated down the street to 407 Thompson Lane, the Persian restaurant offers its kabobs, gyros and mixed grill plates for takeout and delivery via Uber Eats.

216 Thompson Ln, Nashville, TN 37211
(615) 333-3711
(615) 333-3711
House of Kabob Facebook/House of Kabob

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Deb Paquette’s Green Hills gem is offering takeout prix fixe dinners for two ($50) or four people ($100), with the option to add on wine (choose between $25 or $40 bottles) and beer (two for $5). To place an order, call us 615-988-0332. Now open for dine-in at half-capacity, featuring scannable digital menus and distanced tables.

3790 Bedford Ave, Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 988-0332
(615) 988-0332
Eater Nashville/Sam Angel

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Taj indian restaurant

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The south Nashville essential accepts online ordering for pick-up of lentil soup, vegetable samosas, plus loads of vegetarian and tandoori specialties which can be scooped up with copious amount of comforting naan.

3943 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
(615) 750-3490
(615) 750-3490
Taj Indian Nashville

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Taqueria San Luis

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The street-side smokers and walk-up window are still open for business at the Harding Place essential. The usual suspects like spicy pork, chorizo, and chicken plus the harder-to-find buttery cabeza and lengua still hit the spot in taco form.

369 Harding Pl # B, Nashville, TN 37211
(615) 831-7116
(615) 831-7116
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Hai Woon Dai

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The Antioch essential swiftly changed its business to takeout only — open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday until 8 p.m. All the Korean restaurant’s classics are on the menu, including budae jjigae (“G.I. Stew”) —which features hot dogs, Spam, tofu, kimchi, and noodles in a spicy sauce. Ask for all of the banchan in the to-go bag. They will reserve a party room for dine-in — one group at a time.

2051 Antioch Pike, Antioch, TN 37013
(615) 333-9186
(615) 333-9186
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Prince's Hot Chicken Shack South

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It’s still possible to score the original Nashville hot chicken takeout-style from the South Nashville spot. For pick-up, order online or call 615-810-9388. Or, have bone-in hot chicken, potato salad, and chess pie delivered via Doordash. The food truck near downtown is also open. Check social media for hours.

5814 Nolensville Pike #110, Nashville, TN 37211
(615) 810-9388
(615) 810-9388
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Cafe Roze

1115 Porter Rd, Nashville, TN 37206

Cafe Roze swiftly (and smartly) transformed into Roze Bodega, with a brand new all-day menu, plus pantry items from coffee and eggs to bottled cocktails and toilet paper. Work is also underway for their expansion to Belle Meade as Roze Pony. Order online for pick-up or delivery of all of the above, plus nightly family dinner features (usually posted to their Instagram Stories). Anyone else hoping that — like daily walks and actual phone calls with friends — this is something that’ll stick, post-pandemic?

1115 Porter Rd, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 645-9100
(615) 645-9100
Cafe Roze/Facebook

Big Al's Deli

1828 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208

Big Al’s beloved Salemtown breakfast and lunch destination is still open for curbside pick-up, delivery, and family meal packs. Check Facebook for daily hours and menu.

1828 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 242-8118
(615) 242-8118
Big Als Deli

Folk

823 Meridian St, Nashville, TN 37207

Folk offers online and call-ahead (615-610-2595) ordering for pick-up of pizzas, chicken parm sandwiches, and “mystery wine” (you choose the type, they choose the bottle, $40) from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, and noon to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday via contactless pick-up. They also offer pantry items and a pre-ordered market box featuring vegetables from Rocky Glade, Southland, Corner Springs, and Harpeth Moon farms.

823 Meridian St, Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 610-2595
(615) 610-2595
Sam Angel

Mas Tacos Por Favor

732 Mcferrin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206

Open Tuesday through Saturday for curbside pick-up of real essentials like tacos and margaritas, plus interesting daily specials (think bacon-wrapped hot dogs and pickled cactus tacos with chorizo), all posted to their social media pages. Patio opening soon — check social for updates on that, too.

732 Mcferrin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 543-6271
(615) 543-6271
Elote, taco, margarita at Mas Tacos Delia Jo Ramsey / Eater Nashville

Lyra

935 W Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206

The East Nashville essential offers curbside takeout for lunch Tuesday through Saturday and happy hour/dinner Monday through Saturday — including larger portions of fresh pita and tabbouleh salad, plus batch cocktails. The patio is now open with full service for dinner, Monday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., while those picking up lunch takeout can dine on the patio tables.

935 W Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 928-8040
(615) 928-8040
Sam Angel

Peninsula

1035 W Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206

For pick-up or delivery (for a fee), the East Nashville restaurant offers a subscription to a rotating selection of their comforting broth, plus they’re selling G&T kits — full bottles of select gin of the week with plus Peninsula’s own tonic, herbs, citrus, and garnishes. They also offer Ornette bread, tee shirts, and gift cards for sale on their website.

1035 W Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 679-0377
(615) 679-0377