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Arnold's Country Kitchen: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Arnold's Country Kitchen [CLOSED]See Arnold's Country Kitchen Video ($)
(1192 ratings)

605 8th Ave S Map It!
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 256-4455
  • Chicken and Dumplings
    use lard to make dumplings; looks good
  • Turnip Greens
    add wasabi powder and horseradish powder to give it a "kick"; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1192 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 1982; won James Beard award ("America's Classics"); cafeteria-style Southern favorites & innovative desserts; "meats and three" (meat entree & 3 vegetable sides)
Cafe Rakka: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Cafe RakkaSee Cafe Rakka Video ($$)
(378 ratings)

71 New Shackle Island Rd Map It!
Hendersonville, TN 37075
(615) 824-6264
www.caferakka.com
  • Cheese Plate
    homemade farmer cheese on a bed of cucumbers, tomatoes and olives topped with fresh herbs and drizzled with olive oil; served w/ pita bread
  • Filet Mignon Kabobs
    marinated medallion-sized filet mignon, skewered & cooked on a Himalayan salt block; served w/ baked fresh daily pita bread, homemade yogurt sauce & a Mediterranean salad; looks good
  • Lamb Korma
    top seller; spiced lamb in tomato-based sauce; looks good
4.5 out of 5
378 ratings
neighborhood favorite; "Nashville Mediterranean Indian experience"; The Oakridge Boys & Ricky Skaggs ate here at shooting
  • Barbecued Cornish Hens
4.5 out of 5
345 ratings
moved from original airing location (745 N Pkwy)
Graze: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Graze ($$)
(540 ratings)

1888 Eastland Ave Map It!
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 686-1060
grazenashville.com
  • Chik'n-Bacon-Ranch Club
    fried tofu chik'n, seitan bacon (vegan), vegan ranch, spinach, tomato, carrots, & pickles; served on toasted sourdough; side of choice, available as a wrap
  • Chorizo Burrito
    seitan chorizo (vegan), cashew cheese, roasted potatoes, pico, spinach & vegan sour cream, wrapped & grilled in a flour tortilla; "it's giving me goosebumps. I'm not kidding...it's that kind of revelation!" -Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
540 ratings
husband-and-wife team serving vegan in a contemporary "chill vibe" setting; guest appearance by celebrity chef Antonia Lofaso
Little Tea Shop: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Little Tea Shop [CLOSED] ($)
(138 ratings)

69 Monroe Ave Map It!
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 525-6000
  • Corn Sticks
    corn bread shaped in Twinkie-sized "sticks"
  • Fried Chicken
    w/ hint of Middle Eastern flavor
  • Hoppin' John
    Southern classic consisting of lentils (rather than traditional black-eyed peas), rice, with chopped onion, celery, red bell pepper & spinach; served on rice; "that might be up there with some of the best things I've ever had"-Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
138 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 1918; Southern tea room serving Southern comfort food w/ twist of Middle Eastern flavors; each day serves something different
Mas Tacos: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Mas TacosSee Mas Tacos Video ($)
(1632 ratings)

732 Mcferrin Ave Map It!
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 543-6271
  • Holiday Tamale
    masa mixed w/ whipped chicken fat & filled w/ "tinga" (spicy tomato-sauced chicken), steamed in husks & topped w/ green tomatillo salsa; available only during holidays & Wednesdays; "one of the best I've ever had"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Chicken Pozole Verde
    corn-based soup w/ chicken pieces, hominy, cabbage, avocado, radish, cilantro & lime juice; looks good
  • Quinoa & Sweet Potato Tacos
    quinoa (grain-like) mixed w/ sweet potato, topped w/ shredded cabbage, green tomatillo salsa, crema, cilantro & lime juice served on flour tortilla
4.5 out of 5
1632 ratings
opened in 2010; chef/owner lived in Mexico to learn the craft & started in a 1974 Winnebago-turned-mobile-kitchen; food truck also available; Other Recipes: Chicken Tortilla Soup
Riddim N' Spice: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Riddim N' Spice ($$)
(127 ratings)

2116 Meharry Blvd Map It!
Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 357-7006
www.riddimnspice.com
  • BBQ Jerk Jackfruit
    steamed & fried unriped jackfruit w/ barbecue jerk sauce, served on chow mein, topped w/ grilled bell peppers, caramelized onions & roasted corn; "every bit fulfilling!" -Guy Fieri
  • Haitian Rice & Goat Stew
    braised goat w/ sofrito, plus rice infused w/ traditional spices & flavors; "flavor profile is through the roof!" -Guy Fieri
4.5 out of 5
127 ratings
est. 2011 as a catering company; Trinidadian Jamaican food, highlighting island culture & flavors; guest appearance: chef Christian Petroni
Rizzos Diner: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Rizzos Diner [CLOSED]See Rizzos Diner Video ($$)
(294 ratings)

492 S Main Map It!
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 304-6985
  • Lobster Pronto Pups
    lobster version of corndog; drizzled w/ Dijon Mustard aioli; looks good
  • Chorizo Meatloaf
    Mexican chorizo-ground beef based; topped w/ green tomato gravy & served w/ garlic mashed potatoes
4.5 out of 5
294 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2011; hole-in-the-wall joint serving southern inspired upscale diner food; moved from original airing location (106 E GE Patterson Ave)
Soy Bistro: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Soy BistroSee Soy Bistro Video ($$)
(547 ratings)

5008 Maryland Way Map It!
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 371-1933
soybistro.com
  • Hot Chicken
    steamed, chargrilled & pan-seared w/ spices, served on greens w/ rice & house coleslaw; looks good
  • Spicy Pork Bulgogi
    Fri & Sat only; pork marinated 48 hours & pan-seared, served w/ rice, carrot slaw, house gochujang; "I could drown in that!" -Guy Fieri
4.5 out of 5
547 ratings
est. 2010; family owned & operated Asian fusion restaurant serving traditional cuisine w/ a Southern twist
  • Fried Chicken
    chicken is fried and dipped in buffalo wing sauce; looks good
  • Whole Fried Chicken
4.5 out of 5
601 ratings
"if you live 300 miles within with joint, you should be getting yourself over here"-Guy Fieri
55 South: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
55 SouthSee 55 South Video ($$)
(679 ratings)

403 Main St Map It!
Franklin, TN 37064
(615) 538-6001
eat55.com
  • Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya
    pieces of chicken & homemade Andouille sausage cooked w/ trinity vegetables & "secret stuff"
  • Nashville Hot Chicken
    chicken breasts marinated in hot sauce paste for 2 days, dredged & deep-fried in skillet; served w/ white bread, pickles & mayo; it's hot!
  • Char-Grilled Oysters
    gulf oysters topped w/ Parmesan mix, grilled-smoked on wood fire & garlic-lemon butter
4.0 out of 5
679 ratings
rustic Southern charm decor w/ weathered wood & reclaimed materials
  • Cha Cha
    pickled cabbage, onion, tomato (side dish)
  • Hot Water Corn Bread
    pancake-like corn meal
  • Pork Chops
4.0 out of 5
161 ratings
Caffe Nonna: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Caffe NonnaSee Caffe Nonna Video ($$)
(274 ratings)

4427 Murphy Rd Map It!
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 463-0133
www.caffenonna.com
  • Lasagna Nonna
    8-layers of butternut squash, spinach, pasta & ricotta on sauteed swiss chard w/ 2 sauces
4.0 out of 5
274 ratings
Other Recipes: Mediterranean Chicken | Ratatouille w/ Pesto Shrimp | Salad w/ Poppy Seed Vinaigrette & Almond Crusted Scallops | Shrimp w/ Basil Pesto | Spicy Shrimp & Scallops
Chaatable: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Chaatable [CLOSED]See Chaatable Video ($$$)
(298 ratings)

345 40th Ave Map It!
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 383-1303
  • "Shammi" Sliders
    kebab w/ minced lamb, pickled onions, mint chutney & house slaw on a Portuguese bun; "so much flavor!" -Guy Fieri
  • Puchka
    tamarind cumin water & potato moong daal semolina puffs topped w/ pomegranate seeds; "giving me goosebumps!" -Guy Fieri
4.0 out of 5
298 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened by Food Network's chef Maneet Chauhan; known for authentic Indian food
Farmer: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Farmer [CLOSED]See Farmer Video ($$)
(27 ratings)

3092 Poplar Ave Map It!
Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 324-2221
  • Banh You, Bahn-Mi
    sandwich w/ choice of meat (roast pork, chicken, brisket or mushroom), pickled veggies, fresh cilantro, sesame aioli served on a French roll; Guy got the roast pork; looks good
  • Sloppy Joe
    Donnell Century Farms ground beef, root vegetables simmered in spicy-sweet-savory-chunky tomato sauce served on grilled bun; looks good
  • Pan-Seared Mississippi Catfish
    catfish filet, mac 'n cheese, fresh vegetable, smoked tomato broth; looks good
4.0 out of 5
27 ratings
[CLOSED]; since 2011; farm-to-table restaurant serving "elevated" comfort & sustainable foods; menu changes daily, weekly & seasonally based on the availability of ingredients; open Tue-Sat; moved from original airing location (262 S Highland St)
Fattoush Cafe: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Fattoush Cafe ($)
(169 ratings)

1716 Charlotte Ave Map It!
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 321-1667
www.fattoushcafe.com
  • Falafel
    fried chickpea patties, served w/ rice, hummus, Arabian salad, tabouli & pita; "it's moist, it's tender" -Guy Fieri
  • Lamb Shank
    marinated in house recipe seasoning & served on a bed of biryani rice, w/ dakous, parsley, raisins & pine nuts; looks good!
4.0 out of 5
169 ratings
family run halal restaurant serving classic Greek & Middle Eastern specialties; Other Recipes: Hummus
Grilled Cheeserie: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Grilled CheeserieSee Grilled Cheeserie Video ($)
(612 ratings)

2003 Belcourt Ave Map It!
Nashville, TN 37212
(615) 203-0351
grilledcheeserie.com
  • Pimento Mac & Chee Melt
    top seller; housemade pimento cheese w/ local cheddar, macaroni, Benton's bacon bits, sliced tomato on country white bread; recommended w/ side of homemade tomato soup (as a dip); looks good
4.0 out of 5
612 ratings
started in 2010; serving up gourmet grilled cheese melts & nostalgic treats featuring seasonal, local products; run by husband-and-wife team...she is a Le Cordon Bleu trained Chef; formerly a food truck; Trace Adkins (country music artist) made special visit
  • Ackee and Saltfish
    authentic Jamaican dish; ackee is a fruit
  • Coconut Drops
    coconut, water, brown sugar & ginger condensed & formed like peanut brittle (w/o the peanuts); looks good
  • Fried Chicken
    pan-fried chicken breast strips topped w/ mango chutney sauce; looks good
4.0 out of 5
231 ratings
at Nashville farmer's market
Marlowe's Ribs: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Marlowe's Ribs ($$)
(568 ratings)

4381 Elvis Presley Blvd Map It!
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 332-4159
www.marlowesmemphis.com
  • BBQ Dry Rub
  • Ribs
    top seller; smoked for 12 hours
4.0 out of 5
568 ratings
local and tourist favorite; Other Recipes: "Black Magic" (Seasoning)
  • BBQ Nachos
    corn tortilla chips, pulled pork, queso, slaw, cilantro, sour cream, pickled jalapenos, lime wedges & Jack's Creek; looks good
  • Broccoli Salad
    a top side seller; looks good
  • Smoked Wings
4.0 out of 5
888 ratings
specialize in West Tennessee-style; multiple locations
Martins BBQ Joint: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Martins BBQ JointSee Martins BBQ Joint Video ($$)
(446 ratings)

7238 Nolensville Rd Map It!
Nolensville, TN 37135
(615) 776-1856
www.martinsbbqjoint.com
  • Pulled Pork
    whole hog roasted for 26 hrs
  • Redneck Tacos
    pulled pork, cole slaw, Sweet Dixie sauce on cornbread pancake; also in beef brisket
4.0 out of 5
446 ratings
slow-cooks whole hog (26 hours) in custom-made smoker; moved from original airing location (orig: 7215 Nolensville Rd); Other Recipes: Jamaican Jerk Pit Chicken
Nicky's Coal Fired: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Nicky's Coal Fired ($$)
(269 ratings)

5026 Centennial Blvd Map It!
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 678-4289
www.nickysnashville.com
  • "Hey Paisano" Pizza
    white pizza w/ smoked mozzarella, house capicola, red onion & spicy honey; "you come to a place like this to get a pizza like that!" -Guy Fieri
  • "Mama G's" Meatballs
    top seller; family recipe w/ house marinara, homemade pasta & Grana padano; looks good
4.0 out of 5
269 ratings
est. 2016; Italian restaurant known for scratch made pizza & pasta; guest appearance: Maneet Chauhan
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Pizza Palace ($)
(189 ratings)

3132 E Magnolia Ave Map It!
Knoxville, TN 37914
(865) 524-4388
www.visitpizzapalace.com
  • Pizza
    everything is homemade; thin crust
  • Onion Rings
    freshly made
4.0 out of 5
189 ratings
Drive-In pizza; opened in 1961; uses USDA Choice to make meatsauce
  • "Jack and Coke" Bread Pudding
    homemade Jack Daniels ice cream, bread pudding & topped w/ cola syrup
  • Duck Fried Rice
    topped w/ egg sunny-side up; looks good
  • House Popcorn
    complimentary w/ meal; air-popped, buttered & house-spiced; looks good
4.0 out of 5
602 ratings
Memphis' first gastropub; Other Recipes: Maple Bacon Braised Brussels Sprouts
Toms Barbeque: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Toms BarbequeSee Toms Barbeque Video ($)
(435 ratings)

4087 New Getwell Rd Map It!
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 365-6690
tomsbarbq.com
  • Pork Rib Tips
  • Rag Bologna Sandwich
    smoked bologna
  • Rib Tips
    popular
4.0 out of 5
435 ratings
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