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Old and new eateries offer solid options for great food without leaving the traffic-heavy neighborhood
Green Hills is a bustling area known for mall and boutique shopping, as well as its traffic — but the culinary offerings should not be overlooked. Brand new and longstanding eateries offer respite for a hearty pizza, delicious donuts, and a stylish space to relax and sip wine. Take the back roads to reach these restaurants and avoid the action on Hillsboro Pike. This map covers a few of the top spots in the neighborhood.
*Map is not ranked, but is listed alphabetically
Read MoreThis Southern-style modern steakhouse, boasting handsome interiors, occupies a ground-floor space in the Vertis Green Hills development. A contemporary approach to an old-school menu of meat and seafood means prime cuts paired with sharable sides and buttery, rich seafood dishes. The bar serves up classic cocktails as jazz music flows throughout the restaurant and piano bar.
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The much-talked-about Emmy Squared won over diners with Detroit-style pizza when they landed in the Gulch last year. Now, there is a second spot in Music City to enjoy the square-shaped pies and award-winning burger. The recently-opened Green Hills location adds salads, gluten-free crust, and a kids menu to the list of offerings.
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Drawing influence from around the world, etc. wows with dishes that are as interesting as the surroundings. A spunky counterpart to sister restaurant, Etch, etc. embodies the creativity and deliciousness for which Deb Paquette is known and revered. Count on an open seat at the bar for last-minute dinner, lunch, or brunch plans.
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All longtime Nashvillians are quick to name The Food Company as one of the best casual spots in the city — and they are right to do so. A menu consisting of sandwiches, soups, and salads satisfies daytime hunger and makes dinners easy. Under the same ownership and located next door, Greenhouse Bar is another neighborhood go-to with a great margarita.
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Look for the bright lights of the classic neon sign that hangs over this nostalgic donut den. A draw for decades, the institution is well-loved for its classic donuts, as well as the pastries, sausage rolls, and kolaches. Go early to snag the most popular flavors.
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Many Nashville newcomers may not know the history of this local gem: a go-to in the ‘90s and beyond, Green Hills Grille returned in 2015, seven long years after the restaurant closed its doors. Diners homesick for the tortilla soup and chicken salad melt find comfort in the re-opened and revived restaurant that serves familiar dishes and delivers new flavors. The varied menu offers something for everyone — even gluten-free folks, vegetarians, and kids.
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This fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant should not go unnoticed by dinners looking for quality food on the go. At Kalamatas, find fresh food with a brilliant balance of flavors — including creamy hummus, traditional falafel, meat and vegetable-stuffed pitas, kabobs, and standout salads.
A neighborhood staple, this New York Delicatessen serves all-day breakfast and homemade soups, plus quintessential deli staples: pastrami sandwiches, hot dogs, corned beef and cabbage, and smoked fish.
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Enjoy surprisingly delicious food in a stylish space on the first floor of the massive Restoration Hardware. Brunch and dinner menus by Brendan Sodikoff are served daily, and the offerings are tasty and filling. The lobster roll is always a good choice. The food, like the furniture, comes with a high price tag, but the ambiance is hard to match.
This new modern Mediterranean restaurant, from the force behind Epice, as well as neighboring Kalamatas, is a promising, stunning spot with staying power. Bright, fresh flavors are found in everything from the white bean puree to the shaved vegetable salad to the branzino.
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Although this gourmet burger chain got its start in New York, it feels right at home in Music City. In addition to the well-known fresh burgers, hand-cut crinkle fries, and all-natural beef dogs, find local specialties like the Crackle Shack cheeseburger — topped with Peg Leg Porker’s seasoned cracklins and ShackSauce.
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Another well-received transplant, this health-focused chain follows a philosophy that food should make diners feel better, not worse. Expect healthy and filling edamame dumplings, kale salads, pizzas, grain and noodle bowls, the famed inside out quinoa burger, and seasonal entrées. Plus, find healthier takes on cocktails.
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This Southern-style modern steakhouse, boasting handsome interiors, occupies a ground-floor space in the Vertis Green Hills development. A contemporary approach to an old-school menu of meat and seafood means prime cuts paired with sharable sides and buttery, rich seafood dishes. The bar serves up classic cocktails as jazz music flows throughout the restaurant and piano bar.
The much-talked-about Emmy Squared won over diners with Detroit-style pizza when they landed in the Gulch last year. Now, there is a second spot in Music City to enjoy the square-shaped pies and award-winning burger. The recently-opened Green Hills location adds salads, gluten-free crust, and a kids menu to the list of offerings.
Drawing influence from around the world, etc. wows with dishes that are as interesting as the surroundings. A spunky counterpart to sister restaurant, Etch, etc. embodies the creativity and deliciousness for which Deb Paquette is known and revered. Count on an open seat at the bar for last-minute dinner, lunch, or brunch plans.
All longtime Nashvillians are quick to name The Food Company as one of the best casual spots in the city — and they are right to do so. A menu consisting of sandwiches, soups, and salads satisfies daytime hunger and makes dinners easy. Under the same ownership and located next door, Greenhouse Bar is another neighborhood go-to with a great margarita.
Look for the bright lights of the classic neon sign that hangs over this nostalgic donut den. A draw for decades, the institution is well-loved for its classic donuts, as well as the pastries, sausage rolls, and kolaches. Go early to snag the most popular flavors.
Many Nashville newcomers may not know the history of this local gem: a go-to in the ‘90s and beyond, Green Hills Grille returned in 2015, seven long years after the restaurant closed its doors. Diners homesick for the tortilla soup and chicken salad melt find comfort in the re-opened and revived restaurant that serves familiar dishes and delivers new flavors. The varied menu offers something for everyone — even gluten-free folks, vegetarians, and kids.
This fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant should not go unnoticed by dinners looking for quality food on the go. At Kalamatas, find fresh food with a brilliant balance of flavors — including creamy hummus, traditional falafel, meat and vegetable-stuffed pitas, kabobs, and standout salads.
A neighborhood staple, this New York Delicatessen serves all-day breakfast and homemade soups, plus quintessential deli staples: pastrami sandwiches, hot dogs, corned beef and cabbage, and smoked fish.
Enjoy surprisingly delicious food in a stylish space on the first floor of the massive Restoration Hardware. Brunch and dinner menus by Brendan Sodikoff are served daily, and the offerings are tasty and filling. The lobster roll is always a good choice. The food, like the furniture, comes with a high price tag, but the ambiance is hard to match.
This new modern Mediterranean restaurant, from the force behind Epice, as well as neighboring Kalamatas, is a promising, stunning spot with staying power. Bright, fresh flavors are found in everything from the white bean puree to the shaved vegetable salad to the branzino.
Although this gourmet burger chain got its start in New York, it feels right at home in Music City. In addition to the well-known fresh burgers, hand-cut crinkle fries, and all-natural beef dogs, find local specialties like the Crackle Shack cheeseburger — topped with Peg Leg Porker’s seasoned cracklins and ShackSauce.
Another well-received transplant, this health-focused chain follows a philosophy that food should make diners feel better, not worse. Expect healthy and filling edamame dumplings, kale salads, pizzas, grain and noodle bowls, the famed inside out quinoa burger, and seasonal entrées. Plus, find healthier takes on cocktails.
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