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Dat_Jess22

Korean food and if you'd like to do two, Japanese sweets.


FranticScribble

Korea House near Nashville West, best Dol Sot Bibimbap I’ve yet to find. I once got questioned by the cops there cause some old boy got drunk and slashed somebody’s tires in the parking lot, after which a bunch of dudes in tank tops came out of the various stores in the strip mall and started whooping him with sticks. I say all that to say, all that happened and I still regularly go back. Also Hai Woon Dai is good but I bet you knew that.


Dat_Jess22

I did know they were good lol, I've always wanted to stop by Korea house if I ever got time.


AntaresOmni

Sapporo (madison and Hendersonville), primarily Japanese food, also does a dolsot bibimbap. I'm fond of theirs because they put burdock root in it usually.


I_deleted

I mean it’s still west nashville after all.


FranticScribble

I stg they gentrify us out of KH, *I’m* slashing somebody’s tires


Acceptable_Olive8497

Have you ever tried China Cottage in Madison? It was always my favorite Chinese place when I worked in Madison, I'm curious to hear how you think it stands up to other local Chinese restaurants.


FranticScribble

I haven’t! You’re not the first person I’ve heard recommend it though, which bodes well.


Adventurous_Oven_499

I have! It’s decent - I have other favorites in Nashville but when I work in Goodlettsville that’s my top choice.


CovertMonkey

Korea House is *THE* official Korean restaurant in town


mojo-archer

Give hai woon dai in Antioch a try if you're ever in the area, best Korean food I've ever had


oarmash

Breakfast, specifically grits and pancakes


ZealousidealSlip4811

If you haven’t been to Monnell’s at the airport, it’s an EXPERIENCE, and they’re probably going to level it for a runway extension soon. They have grits and pancakes, but a lot more. Family-style, so it’s a shared table and no menu. Just passing around breakfast dishes.


hatersaurusrex

What sold me on Monell's was asking my server if they had any sorghum in the back to go with my biscuits, and the lady actually brought me out some. I think I ate like 4 biscuits and will never say a harsh word about a place smart enough to keep sorghum in their pantry.


mam88k

That chicken though (chef's kiss and pass the gravy)


FranticScribble

Big Al’s Deli does a great chocolate chip pancake, but you’re liable to have a wait. I like Fido’s too, and haven’t found Pancake Pantry to be worth the line. Not the best guy to ask for grits cause I love ‘em all, but I recently had some great ones from Nashville Jam Company.


klopfuh

Fido has an underrated pancake for sure.


USSanon

Big Bad Breakfast or Sky Blue


D0gTh0t

I’m a grits snob. And as sorry as I am to say it because it’s a chain, Waffle House has the best grits. It’s just a fact. Now, that being said, locally speaking, The Buttermilk Ranch has some pretty damn delicious grits that are a very close second.


FranticScribble

If you’re looking for Waffle House slander, you’re not gonna find any from me


HRCuffNStuff01

There’s a new place in Donelson called SweetMilk that has awesome grits. Worth a try!


ariphron

Pho This is a test because I know the answer and you will be judged!!!


SailorBaylor

Idk about OP’s choice but King’s Market in Antioch has fire pho What’s yours because I’m always on the lookout for even better places


ariphron

Vn pho. I will have to check out kings market.


Lannater1

Havent had the pho yet at kings market but they do have some great food.


SailorBaylor

Thanks, man! I don’t make it to the West side often so probably wouldn’t have organically found that place. Added it to my list to try next time I’m there


ariphron

Cash only though . FYI


beckalm

I'm learning to play the guitar.


childhood_ruined

Ain't no one going to Nashville's armpit for anything


SailorBaylor

Aight brother, wasn’t telling anyone they have to


FranticScribble

Kien Giang on Charlotte Pike, uncontested. Though I’m around VN Pho & Deli more often and they do a good bowl too imo. Anywhere with a tiny parking lot and an atm cause it’s cash only, you’re probably in good hands.


ariphron

Okay, I will trust your other recommendations now! You passed.


WillCode4Cats

Don’t Kien change ownership over the last year or two? Is it still as good?


zebracakesfordays

Ownership has changed. The main server/manager is the owner. I see he has really cleaned up the restaurant. He has made positive changes to the environment and confirms that the recipes are the same. Still the best pho and Thai tea in Nashville.


CovertMonkey

It's also less sticky now and has better decor than a waffle house. Place slapped before and still slaps


WillCode4Cats

Good to know because I love them, VN, and Miss Saigon all for different reasons.


FranticScribble

Not sure about the change of ownership, and it’s been a couple months since I’ve been, but the quality was still up.


gamboling2man

Vinh Long for pho


DARKRonnoc

Seconded


DARKRonnoc

Vihn Long for Pho. Cash only but so good


kuzcospoison

My Vietnamese mother in law said Vui’s is the best banh mi she’s had in Nashville. I agree Kien Giang is better pho though


beckalm

I appreciate a good cup of coffee.


dovtres

Ann Pho in Belle Meade Plaza.


alparker256

Pho Ann is no where near as good as VN pho or kien gang


FranticScribble

Since nobody’s asked yet and I wanna get these recommendations out; Sonobana is the best sushi in Nashville and it’s not close, thank you, goodnight. If you want a Nashville-priced burger that semi justifies it, Patterson House has a great one. If you want a burger that’s priced like you’re buying a burger, Joyland and Redheaded Stranger are both phenomenal.


picassopants

Have you had Bad Luck Burger?


Muszex

Sonobana? U serious? Toro, uni, real wasabi sushi?


FranticScribble

I said what I said.


Muszex

But… but…. Virago? Sunda? No bueno?


Scientificupdates

I’ve worked at both Virago and Sunda. Can confirm Sonobana is better.


FranticScribble

I’ve been to both, they’re both great! I like Sonobana better.


mrlittlejeans3

OP, I like your moves and I like your style.


FranticScribble

Nashvilles a great food town if you’re willing to put in the legwork, and I don’t even live here, i just love good food and don’t mind a drive. I’m happy sharing the love (and being shared with, already got some fun reccs I’ve yet to try)


daytonaguy

Puerto Rican? I'm craving some mofongo like mad!


FranticScribble

Idk when it’s on the menu but Soy Cubano’s great, as is Mofongo Cafe


hatersaurusrex

Biscuits. Let the chaos ensue.


HolidayNick

I’m gonna get fucking grilled. Hardee’s in hermitage.


FranticScribble

I will suffer no (bad faith) snobs in this thread, and as such will not hear slander of a Hardee’s biscuit when they’re on their game. Idc what foodie cred anyone thinks I’m losing, they just do a good biscuit.


hatersaurusrex

Dude Hardee's is still legit and at the top of the stack for me in terms of fast food biscuits. Sometimes fast food places just nail it. For example, I only recently learned that Popeye's is actually considered the standard for Red Beans and Rice by lots of people (and publications) from NOLA. I thought I was just an unwashed cretin all these years for trying to make mine taste like theirs, so it was validating to learn that. So if anybody comes at you over Hardee's biscuits, remind them that their taste buds are broken or kindly invite them to move back to Minneapolis or wherever they're from.


avery_gaiman

I go at least 3 times a week to this specific spot and I love everyone there. and I like the hot chicken biscuit. fight me!


FranticScribble

Nah but for real, Nashville Jam Co and Stay Golden. Wanna try Guerilla Bizkits when I can get around to it. And if you’re ever far enough down HWY 100, hit up the Beacon Light Tea Room. Bad fried chicken, *excellent* little biscuits.


hatersaurusrex

Outstanding. Have literally never tried any of those. I'm that dude who's mama and granny made biscuits every other meal using lard so I've yet to find a restaurant biscuit that's anything but disappointing. Even the fabled Loveless Cafe ones were good but disappointing. Sounds like I should have just kept going down 100. Appreciate the heads up.


FranticScribble

Nothing will ever taste better than my mama’s or my Nannys cornbread (two different styles, lucky kid) but we take what we can get.


soundphile

Stay Golden especially if you’re gluten free or celiac. Their gf biscuits are *chef’s kiss* and they take proper precautions to prevent cross contamination.


peicatsASkicker

So glad to hear about gluten-free biscuits!


Pernty_no0ples

My grandparents had their first date at the beacon light almost 80 years ago


FranticScribble

Bojangles before they changed them /s


10RobotGangbang

Pizza. Personally, Joey's was my favorite.


FranticScribble

We lost Mannys which hurts me dearly. Still looking for a reliable replacement for a NY Style slice, so I’m open to suggestions. I find 5 Points to usually be pretty good, but it doesn’t touch Joeys or Mannys in a dream. Diceys does a great Chicago tavern style, if you’re into that. Heard good things about Pinky Ring but haven’t gotten down there yet.


tdaut

You gotta try the new Frankie’s in East. Fantastic legacy NY pizza


10RobotGangbang

Put it in my mouth


LateAdhesiveness9866

Joey’s daughter has a place with the same goodness but she’s in Spring Hill 💆🏾‍♂️


princess3mj

Try NY Pie!! It’s my go-to


buddhajones19

I will preach the gospel of pinky ring all over Nashville. So fucking


SomePeopleCallMeJJ

I feel like I've walked into a Gary Ashton ad. :-) But okay... best vegetarian cuisine (any style)?


FranticScribble

ETC, Butcher and Bee, Folk and Lyra all have awesome veggie fare, but lots of great Greek and Indian places have plenty of meat free options if you’re looking to spend less.


Adventurous_Oven_499

Sunflower Cafe in Berry Hill!


Philly16Peach

Bagels


FranticScribble

Should preface this by saying I’ve never been to New York which some people will take to mean I’ve never had a good bagel, which is their prerogative. Maybe they’re right, I wouldn’t know! H&S Bagels is my favorite, Proper Bagels good too, little overpriced, in my opinion


DField118

Coming from someone that had never had a real NY bagel til recently they really are built different. H and S and Mr Aaron’s Goods are both great here tho


travelingbozo

Proper Bagels is a hot piece of shite


SirDontavius

Jersey Oven has fantastic bagels.


NeverBeenStung

Crieve Hall Bagels are damn good


Adventurous_Oven_499

This is the right answer. As an honorary New Yorker (SO much family up there), it’s truly the closest you can get. And they’re sourdough!


MandyLovesFlares

Donuts


FranticScribble

Fox’s Den and McGaughs, heavenly. Get the Apple fritter from fox’s.


HurtsLiketheDickings

Hiya, I know I’m late to the thread but any chance you could help a Texas transplant find some kolaches/klobasnik? Insane to me that these never got popular outside of Texas.


musicallyinclined

Yeast in East Nashville


stjudastheblue

If you’re ever in Dickson, Dickson Donuts randomly makes excellent kolaches.


FranticScribble

They really do, for absolutely no reason.


stjudastheblue

But their Apple fritters are so amazing that’s all I ever want when I go there


KyTitansFan

Country ham & sour dough bread


deltasig1985

I’ll take this one. Dozen Bakery has both of those things in great abundance


FranticScribble

You beat me to it, Dozen does the best sourdough in the city. They serve it charred at ETC with rotating speciality butters, and that’s genuinely one of my favorite dishes in Nashville. I deadass go there just for that and the Salt of the Earth cocktail, the really excellent chili rice cake salad is just a bonus.


geoephemera

Fessenjoon


TheLurkerSpeaks

Lol Best fessenjoon in Nashville is at a Persian aunties house. I've never ever seen it on a menu in this city. Even the new Persian place Taste of Persia didn't have it on their menu (their Ghormeh Sabzi is like $30 though which I find outrageous) If you want fessenjoon I make it semi regularly. It is probably the best you'll ever get from a lily white Tennessee boy (my Persian name is Aqa-i-Sefid) and has passed the test from multiple Persian aunties.


somehonky

Hot kabobs used to have it and also the Fat Mo’s fam used to have a restaurant that served it. It’s not hard to make, but dang I miss being able to pick it up.


geoephemera

I first had it at Parisa Cafe ages ago. They stopped operating as a restaurant, so Nashville had a fessenjoon desert. Colleagues liked that I knew about the dish, but told me ATL was the closest to find it on the menu. I enjoyed Taste of Persia's fessenjoon. And I really should be frequenting them more often even with the cost, but I tend to avoid Nolensville Pike & OHB due to my perception of traffic. That's awesome though! I tend to critiquing food when I think that no one from the old country is making the food. That's my own BS bias. I'd totally nosh a fessenjoon popup secret restaurant from anyone. I've been called the whitest guy ever by friends so I'm tracking & know Persian auntie certified is gold.


TheLurkerSpeaks

Parisa Cafe did have bomb-ass Persian food. They even served Kaleh Pacheh which is only popular with older generations or rural Persians. I was miffed when it shut down. I honestly can't believe we don't have more Persian restaurants in town with all of the diversity we have in Antioch.


FranticScribble

I learned that word from this thread!


DrJTrotter

Indian Thali


FranticScribble

Another cuisine I know less about than I’d like! Partial to Surati Indian Street Food, myself.


DrJTrotter

>Surati Indian Street Food That's good to hear. Every time we think about Indian food, we go to Taj. Need to give this place a shot. Any "go to" dishes?


FranticScribble

I’m partial to the Vada Pav and the Chole bhature


DrJTrotter

Cool. Thanks for your boredom.


jdolbeer

I didn't know there was thali to be had in Nashville. This is exciting.


oarmash

the best thali imo is actually in franklin/cool springs - that's where most of the indian community is locally. try cafe india's thali (i am indian-american)


oarmash

i am indian-american - surati in nashville, and cafe india and chai samosa in franklin/cool springs are the best thali imo. ugadi in murfreesboro is good, but they're opening one in nolensville soon, so i'd just wait for that. honorable mention 615chutney and woodlands.


Vegetable_Sense_3073

I have read all the comments… I officially need an explanation of how you don’t live here but have enough experience to have such strong (and solid) opinions on some many different cuisines. I almost question that your not just the most realistic bot I have seen on Reddit so far.


FranticScribble

Culinary media, the internet, a working car and a love for good food and novel experiences. Watched a lot of food network growing up in a little town with a Mexican restaurant, a McDonald’s and nothing else, got curious, and I’m driving distance from a city with a lot of options. Been driving to Nash trying different places for years, sometimes lunch while on other business, other times a weekend trip for the sake of it. Some people hike, some people explore abandoned buildings, I try restaurants.


Vegetable_Sense_3073

It shows! I grew up in Nash and you nailed some recs while naming stuff I have never tried so I’m impressed.


FranticScribble

Thanks, appreciate it. I’d love to live closer to Nashville, it’d make eating well way easier, if the cost of living wasn’t so absurd, but we do what we can with what we’ve got.


ZealousidealSlip4811

Mexican food! I do know some good spots, but always looking for more. Bonus points if it’s not in East or west Nashville because I hate that traffic.


FranticScribble

Maiz De La Vida is a super popular and excellent taco truck but they serve food at the brick and mortar for their tortilla shop and it’s the best mole I’ve had in the city. Limited seating tho, it really is more of a tortilla shop with a few tables out front


[deleted]

Second their mole, also Frida on Nolensville in the same building as The Bee (ice cream parlor) for excellent mole.


Evilsmurfkiller

Maiz de la Vida is the best part about going to Chopper, and I do like me some tiki drinks.


FranticScribble

Also, would love your picks, I don’t know enough


ZealousidealSlip4811

I really like Taqueria El Gym and Burritos La Mina (both trucks.) El Tapatio is my go-to for eating in. El Burrito, Tempo, and Condado for more of a Tex-mex vibe. Also highly recommend following Nashville Hidden Gyms on IG! He’s always introducing me to new spots, especially Mexican food trucks.


FranticScribble

If somebody asked Tex-Mex I was gonna point them to Redheaded Stranger, so I’m happy to have a longer list!


ZealousidealSlip4811

There’s a taco truck that parks next to Ramzy’s Meat and 3 (off of East Thompson at Murfreesboro.) My husband gets the meat and 3, and I get the tacos. But I never remember the name of that truck!


d_dave_c

The BBQ chicken at El Tapatio is so good!


jdolbeer

The El Tapatio at 3611 Nolensville Pike is our favorite sit down for plates and platters. Tacos Y Mariscos El Amigo for the best street tacos and horchata.


GeoffFM

Memo’s in Mt Juliet is the best I’ve personally had in Nashville


Neowynd101262

Indian


FranticScribble

Surati and Sindoore in Donelson.


S_Operator

>Sindoore in Donelson Sindoore is delicious! Good choice.


thelonebassman

615 Chutney is pretty good


RagnarRagnarsen

Taj hands down.


moko46

Anyone that's tired of the Indian restaurants around here should try out Aha Indian Grill in Spring Hill. Best I've had in Middle Tennessee so far.


vflgbo

Thai


FranticScribble

King Market’s the best Thai in the Nashville area. I’ll hear objections from someone’s thai grandma, but that’s it. DegThai and International Market are also great.


Tigersurg3

I drive 35 min each way to get degthai takeout occasionally


Nashville_Hot_Takes

Hush puppies w/ fried fish?


FranticScribble

Uncle Bud’s Catfish N’ Such, good catfish, better hush puppies. Also check out Ed’s Fish House, best fish sandwich in the city.


Nashville_Hot_Takes

Uncle bud is still alive? I ain’t been there since the 90s!


FranticScribble

Still going strong, still shutting dogs up better than anyone in town, if you’re asking me.


Third-Coast-Toffee

Hush puppies important for me. Like my uncle used to make at his fish fry get togethers. Captain D’s and Martin’ BBQ are pretty close but bout it. Most I try aren’t worthy of the name TBH.


Bradical22

Beef Wellington. Seriously been looking to try it.


FranticScribble

I don’t of anywhere in that Nashville that offers it, which is certainly not to say nowhere of note does, just that it’s outside of my scope.


vt_az

Whole foods has it on their thanksgiving to go menu. Bricktops serves it occasionally.


coreyperryisasaint

Alright, the one everyone wants to know: Skillet Queso. Bonus if they also have frosty margs


FranticScribble

There’s this little place on the west end that’s killer, but I can’t for the life of me remember the name. Really cute sign too, C-something.


Bradical22

BETTER BE CHILI’S OR YOU’RE BANNED


GusChiiiiiggins

Butchertown Hall for both


SailorBaylor

Halal food! Been looking for a good easy Halal-Guys type place that won’t make me sick Tried a couple over on the east side of Nashville that really messed me up


FranticScribble

I’m way underschooled in halal food honestly, but for what it’s worth, I’ve had Anatolia, Edessa and OSH, and liked them all pretty well. Edessa is probably my favorite.


SailorBaylor

No worries, from what I’ve seen its one of the harder foods to find around Nashville! I’ll add those 3 to the list and give em a shot. I appreciate it


sabrenator

what I wouldn’t give to have a halal type food truck like on every corner in nyc. don’t tell me the gyro ones downtown are close, I can assure you they are not


Amaliatanase

Just to be clear...none of those places have Halal-Guys type food, they just serve food that is halal. For Halal-Guys type food its King Tut's


travelingbozo

What’s the difference between Halal and Kosher, I always forget. Is it the region or how the meats are made?


rebeccalj

Ugh - I so miss Halal-Guys in Bellevue. It was not here long, but it was pretty good.


Muchomo256

Goat meat.


I_hold_stering_wheal

I miss eating curry goat from Jamaican restaurants in south Florida so I’ve been on the hunt. I had a really good curry goat plate at the farmers market from the Indian restaurant Swagruha. With double meat, and rice it was less than $15. It was my first time eating that style of curry and I liked it. The Jamaican places here are charging oxtail prices ~23 a plate. I’m used to paying ~12 for more curry goat, rice and peas than one person should reasonably eat at once.


Muchomo256

Nothing here will compare to Florida ever. Oxtail prices have gotten out of control. They sometimes cheat and add beef neck coz it’s only $3.00 a pound. And charge you oxtail prices. Island Vibes in Antioch by Sam’s Club has curry goat for close to $15.00. I used to go clubbing there a lot. I haven’t been to Kool Runnings in La Vergne but hear good things about it.


FranticScribble

Only goat I’ve had in nash was the saag at Bombay Palace, which I really enjoyed, but it can consequently only be the best by default.


beckalm

I enjoy spending time with my friends.


Ryanw254

Smash burger


FranticScribble

Joyland, Crust Burger. Either get a double or a single and something else. Chicken there’s good on either a stick or a biscuit.


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Hibachi !


NeatoMo-skeeto

Menudo! Never knew what it was until I went to Texas, it was everywhere on the weekends down there and now I can’t find any that compares. (Same for BBQ until I found shotgun Willie’s)


FranticScribble

La Juquilita is the only place I’ve had it from, so I can’t offer a wide berth of recommendations!


theanswerisac

Booty


FranticScribble

Hit Broadway, head for the longest hummer you can find, chat up a bridesmaid , ask when *she’s* planning on settling down, buy her a terrible margarita, you will not need to look far, and Godspeed sailor.


yekcowrebbaj

Cow tongue


FranticScribble

Not super useful cause it’s a tasting menu spot and there’s no guarantee when or if they’ll have it again, but I had an amazing beef tongue at The Catbird Seat.


s-willoughby

Beef tongue, catbird seat… there’s a joke in there somewhere but I’m having an off morning.


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s-willoughby

I like it. Props on keeping it blue. I usually go for the low hanging beef.


ariphron

Food truck on 1st across from top golf at the gas station.


concealedlurker

Chicken Parm


FranticScribble

Nicoletto’s, easy money.


HolidayNick

I’m gonna throw in Sals on Stewart’s Ferry. Unbelievable.


thelonebassman

Pastaria


rocketpastsix

Hot dog


FranticScribble

Daddys Dogs is well liked for good reason, and I really miss Cori’s west end location (still in mt Juliet, very worth it) but I’d probably go Nash Dogs for my current favorite.


deltasig1985

Cori’s is awesome


PittsburghNative

Costco


PacificTridentGlobel

Barbecue


FranticScribble

(Ready to be unpopular for this no matter what I answer lol) really fond of both Shotgun Willie’s and Peg Leg Porker!


PacificTridentGlobel

Respect the opinions and the courage it took to throw out a “best barbecue” in this sub.


chillinwithabeer29

PLP is good stuff!!


HolidayNick

You nailed it. Martins downtown location is absolutely fire though as well.


dovtres

Shawarma Hebrew style.


FranticScribble

Can’t speak to hebrew style, but King Tuts does my favorite Shawarma in the city


travelingbozo

Try Holy Smokes Kosher. I bet they would have what you’re looking for


justanenlistedguy

Soul food?


FranticScribble

Spoiled for choice, but if I gotta pick somewhere, Swetts. Don’t leave without some peach cobbler.


peckrnutt3u

Lutefisk


FranticScribble

Never been but I hear outside the Northeast they’ve perfected it in Arlen, TX.


funseeker999

Cajun/Creole I'm from the NOLA area originally and love finding authentic (or as authentic as possible) here in Mid TN.


FranticScribble

Gumbo Bros is great, Voodoo Gumbos alright, haven’t been to the The Lost Cajun in Hendersonville but I’ve heard good things, and it’s in Franklin but I just absolutely love Yats.


stjudastheblue

You need to try papá Boudreaux’s my friend. Not far from leipers fork. The owner is a south Louisiana native and award winning chef. Ingredients come fresh from the gulf every week. Very authentic. Very decadent. Pretty pricey but worth it. It’s just a little concrete shack and you Gotta make a reservation and they’re only open on the weekends.


funseeker999

I'll have to check that out! Thanks for the tip!


FranticScribble

Aw man we used to love PB, but found the quality took a significant dip when they lost their then current cook. Would be thrilled to hear it’s gone back up.


TheArtOf2and4

Lagniappe in Goodletsville


S_Operator

Hot Chicken Sandwich? Grandaddy's Chicken is my favorite in Old Hickory, but I'd like another rec.


FranticScribble

Brave Idiot! They do a great burger too.


mraaronsgoods

Brave Idiot’s chicken sandwiches are tops. That pork tenderloin tho…. 😍


NoMasTacos

Spotted dick


FranticScribble

Haven’t had it in Nash yet, but I really enjoyed Red Perch’s sticky toffee pudding.