Top Best American Restaurants in Nashville

"A hard-to-miss neon sign welcomes you to this otherwise unassuming restaurant off Highway 100, just south of Nashville. Husband and wife Lon and Annie Loveless started the Loveless Cafe in the early 1950s as a motel/restaurant combination. Weary travelers would eat delicious homemade biscuits and fried chicken before getting some rest."

"Over and over we kept hearing about Loveless Cafe, so much so that we couldn’t skip it. Tim and I were surprised to learn that one of Nashville’s most popular restaurants is located so far from downtown. In fact, Loveless Cafe is thirty minutes away from downtown Nashville by car."

"Roze, meaning pink in Croatian, is a fitting nod to owner Julia’s heritage, with the color softly splashed throughout the monochrome interiors. Serving everything from brunch to late-night suppers, Cafe Roze is perfect for solo diners looking for a quick bite and group celebrations. The stout waffles, egg bowls and smoothies make this a popular place, so be prepared to wait in line on the weekends."

"The menu features modern American fare from grain bowls to steak frites, and specialty espresso drinks like their rose petal latte!. The ambiance is just as enjoyable as the food: bright and airy with pink & marble accents. Favorite item(s) on the menu: The ‘Green Goddess Salad’ is our #1 pick (trust us, good salads are hard to come by in Nashville)!"

"The Treehouse’s intimate patio space is open for dinner until 10pm, Monday through Saturday. They’ve resumed their Waikiki Wednesdays with tiki drinks and roast pork specials, and brunch is available on Sunday from 10am-3pm."

"The Treehouse, which sits in an actual treehouse, has ample outdoor seating and a full bar on the patio. Swing by and enjoy the constantly-changing menu in a one of a kind setting."

"Bob’s, has a lively atmosphere with simple elegance, prime steaks, chops and seafood served by a friendly and knowledgeable staff, Bob’s feels comfortable from the moment you walk in the door. At Bob’s you are treated like family."

"Another downtown standout that also offers the best cheap eats in town is Bob's Steak & Chop House. The restaurant celebrated their 25th anniversary this year, and there's a reason..."

"Bob's Steak & Chop House is one of the best romantic restaurants in Nashville. The restaurant has a traditional steakhouse menu, with meats, fish, sides, and more."

"This farm is found about 22 miles from Nashville and includes an excellent corn maze. They also have hay rides, nature trails, play areas, a pumpkin patch and farm animals. The farm is found at 1970 Highway 96 West in Franklin."

"We offer educational programs for school groups in the fall and the spring and we also offer a down-to-earth fun summer day camp."

"Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sat): look for all kinds of wild species at Montgomery Bell State Park and then wander the streets of Downtown Franklin. Here are some ideas for day two: relax in the rural setting at Sam Davis Home, then steep yourself in history at Rippavilla Plantation, then contemplate the long history of Lotz House Museum, and finally steep yourself in history at Winstead Hill Park."

"With architecture modeled after a traditional Roman Basilica, the Cathedral of the Incarnation is the third Catholic cathedral constructed in Nashville. The primary architect for the building was Fred Asmus, and construction began in 1910 under the direction of Bishop Thomas Sebastian Byrne—Saint Martin’s on the Hill in Rome inspired the design. Construction of the building finished in 1914, and the church has since undergone two major renovations."

"Construction on the Cathedral of the Incarnation began in 1907 and was completed in 1914. With Italianate architecture, the church resembles a Roman basilica. Nashville architect Fred Asmus worked with Bishop Byrne to design the church, which is modeled after Saint Martin’s on the Hill, one of the most famous churches in Rome."

"The first was Holy Rosary Cathedral, which is now the site of the Tennessee State Capitol. The second was Saint Mary’s Cathedral, which is located downtown on the corner of 5th and Church Street. The third Catholic cathedral in Nashville, Cathedral of the Incarnation, was dedicated in 1914."

"The Downtown Presbyterian Church — one of more than 600 churches in Nashville — is a splendid example of Egyptian Revival architecture. The Egyptian decorative theme is continued inside in the wall paintings, woodwork, and stained-glass windows. Used as a hospital during the Union occupation of the city during the Civil War, it was designated Hospital No. 8 and housed 206 beds."

"The Downtown Presbyterian Church, also known as the Old First Presbyterian Church, opened its doors in 1848. It is the third church to occupy the site; the first was built in 1816. Designed by noted architect William Strickland, the twin-tower edifice is one of the few remaining examples of Egyptian Revival architecture in the country."

"In 1814, the first structure of Downtown Presbyterian Church (called First Presbyterian Church of Nashville at the time) was completed. It was destroyed by a fire in 1832. After rebuilding, it was again burned down in 1848."

"Plans to build the first Episcopal church structure in Tennessee were set in motion in 1830. Construction began in 1889, and the doors to Christ Church Cathedral were opened in December 1894. The Gothic Revival style building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places."

"Opened since 2017 in Hermitage, Nadeen’s opens for breakfast every day but Monday, and the chicken and waffles, huevos rancheros, and “the kernel” (open-faced biscuit crowned with sausage gravy and cheesey scrambled eggs) — all coupled with craft cocktails — make this quirky former pizza joint a worthy destination for those outside the Hermitage area."

"The Hermitage Café is an old-school diner and all-night establishment that draws in the downtown crowd after the bars close. Featuring limited seating, a jukebox, homey décor, and a bustling, cozy atmosphere, the retro Southern diner serves food all night as well as a hearty breakfast of classic dishes like steak-and-eggs, eggs dishes, and country-fried steak. Other breakfast dishes include country ham and eggs, corned beef and hash, a variety of omelets with different fillings, biscuits and gravy, and sweet plates hot off the griddle such as pancakes and French toast."

"Breakfast is served all day (well, night) at this classic cash-only diner, where a little bit of money can go a long way. Hermitage Cafe opens at 10 p.m. and closes at 1:30 p.m."

"This downtown palace of grease caters to the late night/early morning crowds, opening at 10 p.m. and closing at 1:30 p.m."