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iggy's - Nashville
$$$$•Italian•4.9(156)Nestled in Nashville's vibrant Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood, Iggy's offers an inviting Italian dining experience crafted by brothers Chef Ryan Poli and General Manager Matthew Poli. This culinary destination is a testament to their shared passion for genuine hospitality and inventive cuisine. Chef Ryan's menu, celebrated for its fresh, handmade pasta, thoughtfully blends local ingredients with bold flavors and classic Italian inspirations, evolving with the seasons. Matthew curates an exceptional beverage program, perfectly complementing the dishes. Guests can expect a warm, energetic atmosphere within a sleek, modern setting, where every detail contributes to a memorable and approachable trattoria experience. Iggy's embodies a culmination of their favorite things, inviting diners to savor simple, delicious, and fun moments.Alla Vita Nashville
$$$$•Italian•4.8(253)Located in Nashville’s Wedgewood Houston neighborhood, Alla Vita is an Italian restaurant rooted in the joy of gathering. Meaning “to life,” the concept celebrates the simple pleasures of food, wine, and shared moments, offering a warm, welcoming space designed for connection. Just a short distance from The Truth music venue, Alla Vita is an ideal spot for dinner before or after a show.
At its core, the menu is built for passing plates and lingering at the table. From craveable snacks and bright salads to handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and comforting mains, each dish balances approachability with thoughtful technique. Guests will find Chicago favorites alongside dishes created exclusively for Nashville. The beverage program features Italian and West Coast wines and easy-drinking cocktails with vermouths, amaros, and seasonal spritzes.
IL Forno - Nashville
$$$$•Pizzeria•4.7(768)Authentic Neapolitan pizzeria in the Wedgewood - Houston neighborhood, a few blocks from downtown and the new Nashville soccer stadium. Our dough, sauces and dressings are made in-house with the freshest ingredients served in a modern dining aesthetic.Aba - Nashville
$$$$•Mediterranean•4.7(1,138)Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence located in Nashville's Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood. The menu features Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions.
Momotaro Nashville
$$$$•Japanese•4.6(158)A refined, immersive dining experience in the heart of Wedgewood Houston, Momotaro Nashville showcases exceptional sushi, robata-grilled dishes, and thoughtfully crafted cocktails. Chef Partner Gene Kato brings his Japanese heritage into a modern context, delivering bold, nuanced flavors that honor tradition. Near The Truth music venue, Momotaro is an ideal destination for dinner before or after a show.
Originally opened in Chicago over a decade ago, Momotaro’s design is rooted in Japanese mid-century modernism and “salaryman” culture, expressed through rich wood paneling, detailed millwork, and a signature stock exchange-style menu board. In Nashville, this foundation evolves through Japanese Americana, reinterpreting classic American style through a distinctly Japanese perspective. The concept of otaku, an obsessive devotion to craft, comes to life through the rhythmic repetition of tile and wood, creating visual texture and intentional separation between spaces.Present Tense
$$$$•Contemporary American•4.4(73)Present Tense is a modern izakaya restaurant and bar from Chef Ryan Costanza with a deep sake, natural wine and cocktail list housed in one of the most beautiful spaces in town beaming with good vibrations, tons of greenery, and great sounds. A focus on vinyl and hifi fills the air. The menus highlight raw and cooked seafood and meat from around the world with the best locally grown produce available.
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- RRayshaud1 review5.0Dined todayThe food was amazing and our sever was great. It was a little loud for my liking but overall great experience.More infoThe Finch - Nashville$$$$• American• The Gulch & North Gulch•4.6
- AAJNashville •9 reviews5.0Dined todayBeautiful restaurant with a ton of outdoor dining space. My wife and I shared 4 small plates - whipped feta, crispy chicken thighs, green chile shrimp and shwarma steak frites. Everything was creative and delicious. The cocktails excellent too. We will definitely be back.More infoAba - Nashville$$$$• Mediterranean• South Nashville•4.7
- RRaquelNashville •9 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoFantastic! Service was A+, food & drinks were delicious, music was right up my alley. This was an Anniversary dinner for my husband & I and everything was perfect.More infoSupper Club at The Twelve Thirty Club$$$$• American• Downtown / Sobro•4.8
- RRebeccaNashville •1 review5.0Dined 6 days ago10/10 experience! Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! Our waitress was extremely nice and quick! The ambience was perfect for date night and we really liked the ‘90s hip-hop they were playing. We already want to go back!More infoSUSHI-SAN - Nashville$$$$• Sushi• Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill•4.8
- GGlendaOrange County •1 review5.0Dined on 26 Oct 2026Wonderful experience , really tasty brunch and our waitress Mackenzie was super sweet and made our visit even more pleasant!More infoThe Hampton Social - Nashville$$$$• American• Downtown / Sobro•4.6
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The best reviewed restaurant in South Nashville is OSH Restaurant & Grill
The best vegan restaurants in South Nashville are Aba - Nashville, Momotaro Nashville and OSH Restaurant & Grill
The best vegetarian restaurants in South Nashville are Aba - Nashville, Alla Vita Nashville and The Sicilian Butcher - Nashville / WeHo
The restaurants with the best service in South Nashville are OSH Restaurant & Grill, Mercado by Butchertown and Earnest Bar & Hideaway
The restaurants with the best ambiance in South Nashville are Earnest Bar & Hideaway, Bastion and Aba - Nashville