Bastion is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

1. Bastion

9.3
434 Houston St, Nashville, TN
New American Restaurant · South Nashville · 14 tips and reviews

maite a.maite a: Amazing food, cocktails and super friendly staff. A great experience - small tapas, cooked in front of you in the counter. New flavors live monkfish liver!

Jason S.Jason Su: Best tasting menu experience at a great price.

Marshall S.Marshall St. Clair: Esquire mag says one of the top 21 bars in America.

Butcher & Bee is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

2. Butcher & Bee

8.8
902 Main St, Nashville, TN
New American Restaurant · Historic Edgefield · 35 tips and reviews

Jacobo G.Jacobo Gómez: A must of place when in Nashville. We tried the avocado crispy rice and it was ridiculously good. Very special place, excellent service

Elizabeth B.Elizabeth Burstein: Lamb egg dish disappointed - cold! Crispy rice was interesting, had a bite of LBs

Maria M.Maria Mar: Avocado crispy rice, whipped feta, fire roasted carrot and the roasted beef sandwich of one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. SO GOOD.

Midtown Cafe is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

3. Midtown Cafe

8.6
102 19th Ave S (btwn West End & Broadway), Nashville, TN
New American Restaurant · 23 tips and reviews

Jessica C.Jessica Christine: The shrimp and grits were so fresh and so flavorful. We also loved the ambience. It was so cozy and romantic. Service was on point- all of the employees seemed to be working hard yet very personable.

jane m.jane massey: Chicken croquettes -- nom nom nom

Finis D.Finis Dailey: The pork chops are AMAZING!!!

Catbird Seat is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

4. Catbird Seat

8.2
1711 Division St, Nashville, TN
New American Restaurant · 21 tips and reviews

Carrie B.Carrie Bevis: An unforgettable dining experience. The dishes were perfectly prepared, plated and spaced. We loved the unexpected drink pairings and charming dessert!

Lucky MagazineLucky Magazine: Everyone raves about this new little restaurant, where chefs Erik Anderson and Josh Habiger’s tasting menu changes nightly, and reservations are booked solid a month in advance. Go mark your calendar.

Vivek S.Vivek Surti: The best dining experience in Nashville! 7 courses, in a U shaped restaurant with Chefs Josh Habiger and Erik Anderson. Prepare to be blown away!

Park Cafe is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

5. Park Cafe

8.1
4403 Murphy Rd, Nashville, TN
New American Restaurant · Sylvan Park · 9 tips and reviews

John M.John MaGuirk: Great ambiance. Thanks to Southern I am spoiled on PEI oysters Dumpling are very good

John M.John MaGuirk: Try the pork chop kind of sweet & spicy at the same time.

John M.John MaGuirk: Dumplings are very pleasant.

Merchants Restaurant is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

6. Merchants Restaurant

7.8
401 Broadway, Nashville, TN
New American Restaurant · 134 tips and reviews

Joey C.Joey C: Wings are awesome! Had blackened tilapia and soooooo goood!

Vivek S.Vivek Surti: Some of the best cocktails in downtown Nashville - these bartenders are amazing!

LoganLogan: Really bright with lots of windows. Ask for Daniel to be your server. He's the best

Hathorne is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

7. Hathorne

7.8
4708 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN
New American Restaurant · 2 tips and reviews

Lacey C.Lacey Capps: Exceptional seasonal menu & cocktails. Intimate vibe/intentional hospitality. Charred sourdough w/ house ricotta & Schnitzel are favs! Happy hr. extends beyond bar seating. A Sylvan Park hood gem!

Ali S.Ali Slaight: Flavorful food and a friendly team make Hathorne a must-visit. Food is served fellowship-style (they recommended 7-8 plates for our party of 5). Don’t skip the bread, meatballs, or fried cauliflower.

Kay Bob's Grill & Ale is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

8. Kay Bob's Grill & Ale

7.7
1602 21st Ave S (Capers Avenue), Nashville, TN
New American Restaurant · 29 tips and reviews

Otis R.Otis Rickman: Everything is wrapped Mediterranean style. Convenient to Vanderbilt. Great outdoor seating in summer. Fantastic craft beer selection. Can get a growler filled here.

Brenda Z.Brenda Zitzman: Try the sesame slaw!

Annie C.Annie Cole: Great craft beer selection. Very kid friendly!

Saint Stephen is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

9. Saint Stephen

7.4
1300 3rd Ave N (Monroe), Nashville, TN
New American Restaurant · 3 tips and reviews

Jason L.Jason Lib: Amazing menu, stellar cocktails. This place is a must-try!

Anne Marie W.Anne Marie Ward: The whole menu was fabulous, as were the cocktails. f you’re in Germantown during your stay in Nashville, stop by!

Ellen S.Ellen S. P.: Kitchen is closed between brunch and dinner.

True Food Kitchen is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

10. True Food Kitchen

8.8
3996 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN
Mediterranean Restaurant · Green Hills · 1 tip

David S.David Schwartz: Great menu with a healthy twist. No matter your preference you’ll find a winner. Good drink menu including non-alcoholic concoctions.

Subculture Urban Cuisine and Cafe is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

11. Subculture Urban Cuisine and Cafe

8.1
5737 Nolensville Pike (Old Hickory Blvd), Nashville, TN
Sandwich Spot · 5 tips and reviews

Paolo B.Paolo Barone: Awesome place! Hot chicken taco were spot on!

J.C. B.J.C. Bowman: Burgers and Chicken Sandwich is great.

josh e.josh edwards: Get the Hot Chicken Sandwich!! Asian slaw with avocado and aioli on top make for a nicely composed Sandwich!!

The Hampton Social is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

12. The Hampton Social

7.9
201 1st Ave S, Nashville, TN
Wine Bar · 2 tips and reviews

Farah C.Farah Chidiac: Steak Frites are amazing and the service was seriously the fastest I’ve ever experienced

Carsten N.Carsten Nohrden: Pizza had good crust and the mule was tasty

Whiskey Kitchen is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

13. Whiskey Kitchen

7.8
118 12th Ave S (McGavcock St), Nashville, TN
Whisky Bar · 159 tips and reviews

Amanda L.Amanda Lee: Love the hot chicken!! Definitely start with the spinach and artichoke dip too! A cool atmosphere with friendly people!

blakeblake: I think the bar tender hates her life and me.

Marcus W.Marcus Whitney: The food is pretty good, and the prices are reasonable. But it can get so crowded with "beautiful people" that you might wanna gag. Just sayin.

The Farm House is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

14. The Farm House

7.9
210 Almond St (3rd & Demonbruen), Nashville, TN
American Restaurant · 38 tips and reviews

Ben T.Ben Tepfer: Pork belly gnocchi in mushroom broth was phenomenal.

EaterEater: The Farm House takes its locally sourced aesthetic seriously, bringing in produce and proteins from all over Tennessee. Signature dishes are the pork belly agnolotti and the short rib.

Justin W.Justin Wakefield: Chef Owned all local farms on local plates! Everything is in our U. S. Borders!

Emmy Squared is one of The 15 Best New American Restaurants in Nashville.

15. Emmy Squared

7.3
3821 Green Hills Village Dr, Nashville, TN
Pizzeria · Green Hills · 3 tips and reviews

John M.John MaGuirk: Try the olive appetizer. It’s great different & a nice taste.

Tammy C.Tammy Clark: Super cute and smells yummy. Park on the 4th floor of the garage and bring the walk bridge over.

David S.David Schwartz: Good addition to the Green Hills area, next to the Mall and by the Movie Theatre. Deep dish Sicilian style pizza, salads & burgers. Ok beer selection, better selection of can vs draft.