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Restaurants near Nashville Shores Recreation Area

Experience the excitement of outdoor fun at Nashville Shores Recreation Area, a perfect family destination surrounded by beautiful lakes and recreational activities. Where to Eat Near Nashville Shores Recreation Area? After a day of adventures, you can indulge in a vibrant dining scene that caters to diverse tastes. Nearby, you’ll find an array of options, from casual American taverns serving comfort food and craft beers to inviting Italian eateries specializing in handmade pastas. For those looking for something unique, explore seafood-centric restaurants with a coastal flair that present lively atmospheres with outdoor seating. The dining experience here is designed to complement your day, making it easy to relax, savor delicious meals, and enjoy the company of friends and family. Whether you’re craving gourmet burgers, delectable sushi, or hearty brunch options, there’s something for everyone near Nashville Shores.
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1. The Nashville Taphouse
4.3
Awesome(123)
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• Contemporary American • Larkwood
Booked 4 times today
Open for dinner. This integrated sports and entertainment venue provides plenty of energy, with high quality food and beverage offerings. The casual, cool and contemporary decor is anchored by a state of the art audio visual program with over 30 LED TV's including a 14' LED screen. The bar displays dramatic merchandising with vibrant back lit artistic images of sports in motion. Music ranges from classic rock to modern country. We are in Music City USA! A huge selection of local draft beers and fun, creative and unique food is sure to please all. The core menu features an enhanced American grill and sports bar menu that holds a broader appeal for a variety of today's diners. The menu features entree salads, bbq baby back ribs, fish tacos, a classic bacon cheeseburger, miso glazed salmon, grilled bone-in rib-eye, and a house smoked chicken that is second to none! The beverage list is anchored by an impressive collection of 50 different beers and many cocktails.
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2. Famous Dave's - Hermitage
4.4
Awesome(4)
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• American • Old Hickory / Hermitage
Famous Dave's is in Hermitage, and has a reputation for its award-winning BBQ. It is also popular because of the quality of the ingredients with almost all dishes being made from scratch. Though the menu at Famous Dave's in Hermitage does emphasize the tasty BBQ options, it is not limited just to the famous ribs. There are chicken and pork selections in addition to alternatives like soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers and an array of build your own feasts and combo plates. Kids enjoy a menu of their own and the homemade dessert selections are also one of the reasons for the ongoing success of Famous Dave's in Hermitage.
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3. Aba - Nashville
4.7
Exceptional(1114)
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• Mediterranean • South Nashville
Booked 227 times today
Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence located in Nashville's Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood. The menu features Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions.
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4. SUSHI-SAN - Nashville
4.8
Exceptional(610)
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• Sushi • Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill
Booked 154 times today
Chicago's favorite sushi spot, now in Music City. Sushi-san has landed in Nashville's 12 South, bringing the same elevated Japanese cuisine and warm hospitality that made us a Chicago staple, all set to the beat of golden-era hip-hop. Daily deliveries from the Yamasaki family at Tokyo's Toyosu Fish Market ensure the freshest fish and seafood. Highlights include signature maki rolls and San-sets like the Mr. Maguro and Megatron, binchotan charcoal-grilled meats and vegetables, crispy tempura, sizzling rice plates, and desserts including soft serve from award-winning Pastry Chef Juan Gutierrez. The beverage program features Japanese whisky, creative cocktails, curated sake and wine lists, and Asahi lager served ice-cold in a frosted mug. Open for dinner and weekend lunch, with patio dining and a private dining room for group events. -----50% off parking for up to 2 hours in the Ashwood lot with validation (see host). After 2 hours, regular rates apply. Garage entrance on Ashwood Ave.
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5. The Finch - Nashville
4.6
Exceptional(2387)
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• American • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 101 times today
Elegant restaurant nestled in the historic Union Station complete anchored with a craft cocktail center bar.
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6. Noko
4.9
Exceptional(2471)
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• Asian • East Nashville
Booked 70 times today
Nestled in the heart of East Nashville, Noko is an Asian-inspired, wood-fired restaurant inspired by wanderlust and simplicity of the region. Here, Executive Chef Dung “Junior” Vo aims to perfect the balance of new and old techniques in wood fire cooking, putting his Asian-influenced spins on familiar proteins and indigenous vegetables through smoking, searing, and roasting.
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7. Pelato - Nashville
4.8
Exceptional(1850)
€€€€
• Italian • Germantown
Booked 146 times today
Rooted in five generations of Scotto family recipes and Brooklyn Italian traditions, Pelato brings bold flavors and familiar favorites to the table in a casual, shareable small-plate setting. From Mama Theresa’s Potato Croquettes to San Gennaro-style zeppole, every dish celebrates the flavors of Brooklyn and the joy of gathering around the table. Small shareable plates, big Brooklyn taste.Dinner served daily. Brunch Saturday & Sunday. Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome. Bar seating available first-come, first-served. Enclosed patio open year-round.Private Dining and Offsite Catering available!20% gratuity applied to groups of 6+. Split checks may be divided up to 4 credit cards at equal value. ​BYOB Corkage fee: $45 per 750mL (limit 2 bottles per table). Outside dessert fee: $5 per person. Due to high demand, tables are subject to a 2-hour limit. Kids menus not available, server will recommend kid friendly options. Bar guests must be 21+yo.
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8. Supper Club at The Twelve Thirty Club
4.8
Exceptional(2210)
€€€€
• American • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 85 times today
For parties of 8-14, please call the venue directly at 629-236-0001.Unapologetically dapper-as-hell and refreshingly unpretentious. The 400-seat Supper Club at The Twelve Thirty Club delivers on its promise of decadence in sight, sound, taste and feel. Immerse yourself an unforgettable dining experience as undiscovered acts, household names, DJs or an impromptu jam electrifies this incomparable supper club.Your table will be reserved for 1 hour and 30 minutes for parties of up to 4; and 2 hours for parties of 5+.
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9. Rolf and Daughters
4.8
Exceptional(1039)
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• American • Germantown
Booked 77 times today
Rolf and Daughters serves seasonal New American cooking in Germantown, inside Nashville's historic Werthan factory. Chef and owner Philip Krajeck describes it as modern peasant food: shareable plates built on house made pasta, house baked bread, wood fired cooking, and vegetables from regional farms. The bar keeps an evolving natural wine list alongside house cocktails, and communal tables sit beside the dining room and bar. Dinner nightly from 5pm. Reservations are taken for the dining room, communal tables, and bar, and a few bar seats are held each night for walk ins. Open since late 2012. Named No. 3 on Bon Appétit's Hot 10 in 2013 and by Esquire the same year. Philip Krajeck, James Beard finalist 2022. In the MICHELIN Guide.
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10. Alla Vita Nashville
4.8
Exceptional(243)
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• Italian • South Nashville
Booked 85 times today
Located in Nashville’s Wedgewood Houston neighborhood, Alla Vita is an Italian restaurant rooted in the joy of gathering. Meaning “to life,” the concept celebrates the simple pleasures of food, wine, and shared moments, offering a warm, welcoming space designed for connection. Just a short distance from The Truth music venue, Alla Vita is an ideal spot for dinner before or after a show.At its core, the menu is built for passing plates and lingering at the table. From craveable snacks and bright salads to handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and comforting mains, each dish balances approachability with thoughtful technique. Guests will find Chicago favorites alongside dishes created exclusively for Nashville. The beverage program features Italian and West Coast wines and easy-drinking cocktails with vermouths, amaros, and seasonal spritzes.

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