10 Best Restaurants with Gardens in Nashville

The Finch is an American restaurant in Nashville’s Gulch neighborhood with a spacious, polished interior and a broad menu. Dishes mentioned include blackened redfish, volcano rock shrimp, pappardelle Bolognese, Reuben, peri peri chicken, Cajun chicken pasta and pecan pie with ice cream. It suits groups and visitors seeking generous portions, attentive recommendations and a comfortable setting for a full meal.

Earls Kitchen + Bar is a Nashville restaurant suited to brunch, dinner and celebratory meals. Its menu includes dishes such as corn dip, broccolini, pancakes and sea bass, with cocktails including a guava margarita. Attentive servers and helpful recommendations are central to the dining experience, making the restaurant a fit for diners who want polished hospitality alongside a varied meal.

Central Bar + Kitchen is an American restaurant and bar at the Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University. Its Nashville-style menu includes a hot chicken sandwich and Seven Layer Adobo Chicken Salad, while the drink program spans an indoor bar and outdoor patio with two fully stocked bars. It suits campus-area diners, hotel guests and people looking for daily breakfast, lunch, dinner or evening drinks.

Ole Red Nashville Airport is a country music bar and restaurant in Terminal C, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner alongside live performances, cocktails, beer, wine, and bar food. Its small-stage concert setup brings country artists close to diners, making it a practical preflight stop for travelers who want food and live music in one place.

Aba Nashville is a Mediterranean restaurant suited to celebrations, group meals and dinners built around shared dishes. The menu described in Nashville includes hummus, whipped feta, muhammara, kebabs, shrimp, short rib, braised lamb and cocktails, with a covered outdoor veranda adding to the setting. Table barcode payment allows guests to split the bill as needed.

Pinewood is a Nashville New American restaurant and entertainment venue with cocktails, bowling, a pool and patio in an industrial-chic setting. Its menu spans brunch, lunch and dinner, with dishes such as shrimp and grits, challah French toast, fried chicken and hush puppies. Private dining and family-friendly outdoor space make it suitable for celebrations, casual meals and group outings.

Park Cafe is a Nashville restaurant serving Southern-accented bistro fare with wine pairings in a sleek, dimly lit room with patio seating. The menu includes dishes such as shrimp and grits, salmon, seasonal selections and desserts, while the bar supports happy-hour dining and wine service. Gluten-free options are also available.

Darfons Restaurant + Bar is a casual, family-run Nashville eatery serving classic American meat and seafood dishes. Its menu includes steaks, salmon, chicken, salads and specials, while the setting works for family meals, business dining and relaxed evenings. The restaurant also offers a full-service bar and table service.

5th & Taylor serves refined American fare in Germantown’s rustic-industrial setting, with a tree-lined patio. The menu includes dishes such as hamachi crudo, cheddar biscuits, duck wings, steaks, rock shrimp and chicken, alongside cocktails and desserts. Attentive service and a distinctive interior suit date nights, celebrations and smaller groups, while the patio provides a more intimate alternative to the sometimes-loud interior.

The Hampton Social is an American restaurant with seafood, beach-themed cocktails and stylish nautical surroundings. Its lively, multi-level setting includes a rooftop bar, while the menu suits diners looking for seafood, cocktails and an energetic atmosphere. Vegetarian diners may find the selection limited.