Best places: Meal takeaways in Middle Tennessee

Semi-upscale chain for classic Italian fare served family-style in a relaxed, polished space.

👍👍 This family owned cafe brings great coffee and European style to Hermitage! They roast in house so the coffee is always fresh. The espresso is some of the best in town and the pastries are amazing. We always get their Chocolate Croissant because it is the best we've ever had! We can't even get close...

Bright deli offering artisan sandwiches, house-made soups, salad bar & hot breakfast bar.

Homey coffee shop offering sandwiches, dessert & beer, plus art shows, afternoon tea & live music.

👍👍 Wow, this place rocks! 🤩 The food was amaaazing! 👌 It was bursting with flavors and left my taste buds dancing! 😋 The staff was super cool and treated us like fam! 🤗💯 The vibe was chill, making the whole experience just perfect! 🎉 Can't wait to go back for more mouthwatering treats! Highly rec...

👍👍 Had my first Acai bowl ever and it was amazing ! When my friend mentioned it I was a bit worried I wouldn’t like it but I’m so glad I tried it. I got the nashville bowl with cashews regular size bowl& paid $12 for it. They’re sizing are pretty big compared to most places so pricing matches. Definit...

👍 This place has VERY good soups and dumplings! The one on the far left is the small veggie soup and the far right is the small beef shank soup. The platter in the middle is the pork and cabbage pan-seared dumplings. And the boba tea is called "black tiger tea" - so good and perfect for a sweet tooth!...

Counter-serve pizzeria for gourmet pies with local ingredients, plus draft beer, in hip surrounds.

Comfortable, lodgelike chain with an extensive menu of steaks & seafood, plus innovative wine list.

Informal outpost serving build-your-own pizzas plus baked pasta, wings, subs & 24 local beer taps.

Chain sandwich shop serving a variety of Northeast-inspired hearty subs, both hot & cold.

👍👍 My picky eater of a husband said “I did not expect to eat at one of the top ten best places I have ever eaten at today.” He’s right too, this is the best restaurant I’ve been too. I haven’t tried everything yet, but I’m pretty sure anything you get will be the best you’ll ever eat. The staff is also...

👍👍 The food here is delicious. You can get the tacos with a lot if different toppings and sides. The atmosphere is very laid back and the staff is very friendly. Our food was as we ordered it and it was very fast. This will be a regular stop when I come to see my son here in Nashville. I woukd recomme...

Chain outlet specializing in many different types of chicken salads, plus sandwiches, soups & sides.

No-frills stop with a homey vibe offers Thai classics, from noodle dishes to curries, plus sushi.

Casual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.

Casual sports-pub chain with basics from bar snacks to steaks & a large selection of tap beers.