The eats and drinks you’ll wanna check out in Nashville

Whether you’re looking for a quick bite between the LION Summit’s incredible lineup of sessions or a spot to decompress with friends after a long day of absorbing fellow local news publishers’ wisdom, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best food and drink spots within walking distance of Music City Center.

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A five minute walk or less from the hotel

Bakersfield
201 3rd Ave. South
This place has the best street tacos around. Serving up authentic, Mexican street fare, and a selection of over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Bakersfield is a spot where the food is simple, the service is warm and the atmosphere is alive.
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The Diner
200 3rd Ave S.
This 6 story, 24-hour restaurant boasts six unique floors, each with gorgeous views of downtown. The menu features everything from traditional breakfast fare and lunch specialties, to mouth-watering steaks, exquisite seafood, Southern home-style dishes, Italian classics, freshly shucked oysters, and sushi. Chargrilled oysters are darn good!
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Kitchen Notes at Omni
250 Fifth Ave. South
This is where you want to go for biscuits – yep, they have a biscuit bar! Kitchen Notes offers farm-fresh, sustainable dishes made from treasured family recipes. Our biscuit bar serves four different biscuits throughout the day — our classic buttermilk, gluten free, and daring new culinary adventures in our sweet and savory options.
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4th & Peabody
415 4th Ave. S
This bar opened earlier this year and in addition to great drinks, serves up some tasty food.
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Bar Sovereign
514 5th Ave S.
For a cozy bar tucked away off Broadway that focuses on delicious cocktails minus the honky tonk vibe, check out this spot.  

About a 15 minute walk or less from the hotel

Peg Leg Porker
903 Gleaves St.
They have a $10 daily special with BBQ sandwich, a side and a drink.
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ZolliKoffee
This place has light bites — sandwiches, an orzo pasta salad that is out of this world and homemade chex mix — and coffee inside Jackalope Brewery. Plus there are vegetarian options available. Go a little later for beer.
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Otaku Ramen
1104 Division St.
Otaku is a bit more pricey, but serves up delicious authentic ramen. Seating can be tight, but service is great. Vegetarians will also be happy here.
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Milk & Honey
214 11th Ave S.
Also pricey, but includes classic fare made unique. Great coffee here, too, made with beans from Stumptown Coffee. They have some good vegetarian options.
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Arnold’s Country Kitchen
605 8th Ave S.
This is an affordable downhome cafeteria style meat and three. Don’t be deterred by long lines–– it always moves fast. Pro tip: Get the meatloaf if they’re serving it that day.
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We look forward to seeing you in Nashville in October!

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