Big Al's Deli is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

1. Big Al's Deli

8.6
1828 4th Ave N (Coffee), Nashville, TN
Diner · 10 tips and reviews

Benjamin S.Benjamin Sanders: I had the chicken fried banana pork loin, which was excellent and huge. Paired with the sweet potatoes and greens, all of which were great and huge amounts, made for an extremely satisfying meal!

LilyLily: I could eat my weight in skillet beans. The BBQ chicken and turnip greens are to die for. The catfish and homemade tartar sauce will make you weak in the knees, and OMG the biscuits.

Blake W.Blake Wilson: Biscuits, breakfast, Big Al!

Wendell Smith's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

2. Wendell Smith's Restaurant

8.4
407 53rd Ave (at Charlotte Pike), Nashville, TN
Diner · 26 tips and reviews

Brian M.Brian McCray: Great soul food. Roast beef, sliced tomatos, turnip greens, and baked squash.

Jody N.Jody Nelson: EVERYTHING!

Tim E.Tim Edwards: Good home cooking and show....

Tin Roof Broadway is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

3. Tin Roof Broadway

8.2
316 Broadway, Nashville, TN
Diner · 23 tips and reviews

Jonny M.Jonny McCormick: The live music here was incredible 🎶. Great mule cocktails 🍹 - I recommend the rum mule.

Tanner S.Tanner Shamrock: Awesome live music and atmosphere. Mix of country, rock, and alternative.

Tyler C.Tyler Coe: This is a bar on Broadway in Nashville. Have you ever been to a bar on Broadway in Nashville? This is a bar on Broadway in Nashville.

Sun Diner Cafe is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

4. Sun Diner Cafe

7.8
105 3rd Ave S (3rd Ave and Broadway), Nashville, TN
Diner · 11 tips and reviews

William H.William Heuer: Open 24hrs. Ask for Mama’s awesome cinnamon roll not on menu. Friendly fast service. Breakfast was very good

ThomasThomas: Also friendly staff and epic playlists spanning 40’s-contemporary music!

ThomasThomas: Awesome Donut Breakfast Sandwich! It is sweet and salty perfection!

Fenwick's 300 is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

5. Fenwick's 300

7.8
2600 Franklin Pike, Nashville, TN
Diner · 10 tips and reviews

Rebecca S.Rebecca Swanson: Four of us loved everything we ordered: a BLT loaded with bacon, veggie club sandwich, falafel burger, watermelon gazpacho, jalapeño cheddar grits, and sweet potato home fries. Delish!!

LilyLily: Solid brunch selection. Get the biscuit sandwich and the beignets. Coffee bar to hang at while you wait for a table. Good staff.

Brent J.Brent Jackson: Getting the meatloaf!

Elliston Place Soda Shop is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

6. Elliston Place Soda Shop

7.7
2111 Elliston Pl, Nashville, TN
Diner · 31 tips and reviews

Sara R.Sara Robertson: Classic diner atmosphere with great milkshakes.

Angela M.Angela Morgan: The best food in town! The milkshakes are incredible!

John M.John Morgan: Everything is good. Food is excellent and well prepared. New ownership has revived this local landmark. Treat yourself to a hand dipped shake. You won't regret it.

Brown's Diner is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

7. Brown's Diner

7.5
2102 Blair Blvd (Hillsboro), Nashville, TN
Diner · Hillsboro West End · 27 tips and reviews

Justin B.Justin Baker: Anything on this menu will transport your taste buds to diner paradise. Simply amazing.

VevoVevo: Tasty burgers!

Will M.Will McLemore: Go when the owner is not there. You'll get more fries.

Flat Tire Diner is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

8. Flat Tire Diner

7.6
4700 Old Hickory Blvd (Lebanon Road), Old Hickory, TN
Diner · 6 tips and reviews

Bobbie I.Bobbie Inman: Great food and service! Will go back!

Christen H.Christen Head: Everything we have had has been so good. They also have turkey sausage for us who have alpha gal!

Chris N.Chris Nipper: Everything is delicious

Country Cafe is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

9. Country Cafe

7.5
605 Murfreesboro Pike (Foster ave), Nashville, TN
Diner · 4 tips and reviews

Travis N.Travis Nichols: Best country fried steak I’ve had, absolutely amazing!

Stephanie G.Stephanie Grant: Breakfast only served until 10:30! Lunch was pretty good. Had a standard cheeseburger and tater tots. Purty greasy, but I probably don't have to tell you that.

Kandi R.Kandi Rogers: Great food,great prices come see me :)

Varallo's Chile Parlor & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

10. Varallo's Chile Parlor & Restaurant

7.3
239 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN
Diner · 13 tips and reviews

Dustin S.Dustin Soper: Nashville's oldest restaurant might be Nashville's friendliest. I just recently discovered their Breakfast Bowls and they are great!

Scott L.Scott Lamberth: The pancakes are to die for!

Elizabeth G.Elizabeth Graves: Breakfast is the best downtown!!!!!

Rae's Gourmet Catering & Sandwich Shoppe is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

11. Rae's Gourmet Catering & Sandwich Shoppe

8.9
501 Union Steet, Nashville, TN
Sandwich Spot · 29 tips and reviews

Matthew S.Matthew Silverstein: One of the best sandwiches I have ever had. I've lived my entire life in New York but the Corn'd Beef here was amazing

Luke D. B.Luke D. Bottorff: Best sandwich place in Nashville!

Jessica W.Jessica Wood: Tuesday is shrimp day! Shrimp po boy and shrimp bisque are fantastic! Also try the Beastie Girl. Don't get offended when Rae calls you "Baby" ;)

Mitchell Deli is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

12. Mitchell Deli

9.3
1306 McGavock Pike (Riverside Drive), Nashville, TN
Deli · Inglewood · 107 tips and reviews

JessyJessy: Turkey Avocado with Benton's Bacon, the best Reuben in Nashville and a container of jalapeño pimento cheese to go.

EaterEater: Pound-for-pound the best sandwiches in the city. Be sure to check out their daily specials, including the much-loved Monday special: Asian flank steak. [Eater 18 Member]

DanDan: Go to Mitchell's Deli and get the Turkey w/Avocado. You won't be disappointed.

Nadeen's Hermitage Haven is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

13. Nadeen's Hermitage Haven

8.5
3410 Lebanon Pike, Hermitage, TN
Cocktail Bar · 7 tips and reviews

Amelia A.Amelia Anderton: Belgian waffle, Veggie burger, biscuits, all-day breakfast-you can’t go wrong!

Kendall J.Kendall Jenkins: Wonderful experience! Food was delicious! Would definitely go again.

Kevin Y.Kevin Young: Must eat the Buffalo chicken cheesesteak, chili, and salad.

Athens Family Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

14. Athens Family Restaurant

8.1
2017 Belmont Blvd, Nashville, TN
Greek Restaurant · Bellmont-Hillsboro · 72 tips and reviews

Trey F.Trey Follis: Corned beef hash, 2 over medium w/french toast on the side. Thank you very much.

Food NetworkFood Network: Host of Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, Guy Fieri checked out this Greek favorite known for its bacon burger with a twist (it's made with lamb). Read more.

Chad M.Chad McClarnon: Little known fact, Athens is totally BYOB!

Picnic Cafe is one of The 15 Best Diners in Nashville.

15. Picnic Cafe

7.8
6000 TN-100, Nashville, TN
American Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

Beth L.Beth Lawrence: Try the lime salad and cold cucumber sandwich for a classic southern lunch!

JuandaleJuandale: The Lemon Blueberries are a must have.

Joseph O.Joseph O'Brien: Get the Egg Salad Sandwich Plate!!! You won't regret it!