One of my favorite things about living in Nashville is that there’s always something new to explore. It feels like every week another restaurant, coffee shop, or entertainment spot opens its doors, and honestly, my “Want to Go” list is getting a little out of control.
If you’re looking for your next girls’ night, date night, family outing, or just a really good meal, here are some of Nashville’s newest openings that are officially on my radar.
Italian food lovers, this one’s for you.
Chicago’s acclaimed Boka Restaurant Group recently opened Alla Vita in Wedgewood-Houston, bringing handmade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, fresh focaccia, and elevated Italian classics to one of Nashville’s hottest neighborhoods. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous inside and feels like the perfect spot for date night or celebrating a special occasion.
What I’m ordering: Handmade pasta, obviously.
Right next door to Alla Vita is another exciting Boka Restaurant Group addition.
Momotaro has finally made its Nashville debut, serving beautifully crafted sushi, robata-grilled specialties, hand rolls, and Japanese-inspired dishes with a few Nashville-exclusive menu items mixed in. If you love sushi, this is one reservation worth making.
The famous New York pizza shop has officially landed at Fifth + Broadway, and people have been lining up ever since.
Known for its iconic pepperoni-covered Sicilian slices, Prince St. Pizza is perfect for grabbing lunch downtown, fueling up before a concert, or ending a night on Broadway. As someone who never says no to pizza, this one has quickly climbed my list.
Broadway has another celebrity hotspot—and this one might be one of the coolest yet.
Kane Brown’s On Broadway officially opened this summer with four levels of live music, Southern-inspired food, craft cocktails, and rooftop views of Lower Broadway. Kane has said he wanted the space to feel welcoming whether it’s your first visit to Nashville or your hundredth, and it definitely looks like a fun addition to Broadway’s entertainment scene.
If seafood is your love language, you’ll want to check this one out.
Atlanta favorite Fishmonger recently expanded to Nashville, bringing fresh oysters, smoked fish dip, lobster rolls, shrimp, fish sandwiches, and a laid-back coastal vibe. It feels like a little taste of the beach right here in Music City—which this former Gulf Coast girl definitely appreciates.
One of the most anticipated restaurant openings of the year has finally arrived.
ABBA has opened its Nashville location in Wedgewood-Houston, serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes, mezze, wood-fired meats, seafood, and beautiful cocktails in what may be one of the prettiest patios in the city. I’ve heard nothing but rave reviews already.
The Hangout Cafe
Parents, don’t skip this one.
The Hangout Cafe in East Nashville is more than just a coffee shop. Along with specialty coffee, pastries, chai, and breakfast bites, it features a huge backyard with a playground, chalk wall, sand play area, and even a fenced space for dogs. It might just become one of the best places in town to actually enjoy your coffee while the kids stay entertained.
One thing’s for sure, Nashville’s restaurant scene isn’t slowing down anytime soon. So if your weekends have been feeling a little repetitive, consider this your excuse to try somewhere new.
And if you’ve already visited one of these spots, let me know what’s worth ordering. My list keeps getting longer, and I’m always looking for my next favorite place.
