Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Murfreesboro, TN

ANTIOCH. Many consider the fare from Whitt's to be among the best barbecue in Nashville and with the size of the lunch...

ANTIOCH. Many consider the fare from Whitt's to be among the best barbecue in Nashville and with the size of the lunch crowd that pulls in here daily, it's easy to see why. The joint specializes in pork, but also serves up tasty (and smothered) helpings of beef, chicken and turkey. Warning: "hot" means "very hot."

Hours: Mon-Sat 10:30am-6pm

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BRENTWOOD. Corky's Bar-B-Q brings the sweet flavor of Memphis-style BBQ to Music City. The diner-like atmosphere is made...

BRENTWOOD. Corky's Bar-B-Q brings the sweet flavor of Memphis-style BBQ to Music City. The diner-like atmosphere is made complete with classic rock and roll and sharp-tongued waitresses ­ you get the feeling that the clocks here are permanently stuck on 1959. The menu is impressive for a barbecue joint, including everything from pork sandwiches and coleslaw to tamales and a half chicken dinner. If the traditional fare doesn't tempt your taste buds, have a go at one of their massive baked potatoes, which comes disguised as a heaping pile of toppings.

Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-9pm; Fri-Sat 11am-10pm

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AIRPORT AREA. You want history? Bar-B-Cutie dates from 1950 and was one of the city's first drive-in barbecue joints....

AIRPORT AREA. You want history? Bar-B-Cutie dates from 1950 and was one of the city's first drive-in barbecue joints. Still serving terrific pork after all these years, the restaurant has become an object of civic pride. After all, with a name like that how can you possibly resist?

Hours: Daily 10am-9pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

FRANKLIN. Though it's outside the heart of Nashville in Franklin, Saffire is worth the trip. The historic "Factory...

FRANKLIN. Though it's outside the heart of Nashville in Franklin, Saffire is worth the trip. The historic "Factory at Franklin" provides a perfect setting for the casual lunches and elaborate dinners served at this Southern restaurant. An extensive wine list and live jazz music complement the cuisine, which includes Saffire Paella, Bayou Mac, and hickory grilled filet mignon. Weekly wine tastings and specials are also worth checking out, especially the Tuesday night half-price wine deal.

Hours: Tue-Thu, Sun 11am-9pm; Fri-Sat 11am-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

BERRY HILL. This cozy cafe and coffeehouse, located near the Oaks Mall, serves excellent breakfast and lunch items,...

BERRY HILL. This cozy cafe and coffeehouse, located near the Oaks Mall, serves excellent breakfast and lunch items, from bagels and pastries to soups and sandwiches. Of course, the desserts and coffee blends are what draw in the evening crowds, who use the relative quiet of the place to reflect on their day or discuss current events.

Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30am-8pm; Sat 7am-7pm; Sun 8am-7pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Diner's Club

GREEN HILLS. Fruit tea, or fruit tea punch, has become a staple in most Nashville restaurants these days, but it can...

GREEN HILLS. Fruit tea, or fruit tea punch, has become a staple in most Nashville restaurants these days, but it can often be cloyingly sweet. Not so the fruit tea at any of Bread & Company's area locations. Their secret mixture of tea, juices, sugar, and mint ­ served over Bread & Company's crushed ice ­ is a perfect Southern summertime cooler. Half-gallons and gallons to go are also available.

Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30am-7pm; Sat-Sun 7am-7pm

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GREEN HILLS. Fine American dining in a charming bistro atmosphere. Enjoy live jazz in the bar while waiting for your...

GREEN HILLS. Fine American dining in a charming bistro atmosphere. Enjoy live jazz in the bar while waiting for your table or after dinner ­ be sure to take advantage of the award-winning wine list! In the tastefully decorated dining room you may choose to dine on such delicacies as Seared Scallops with Sweet Potato and Fig Purée or Panko Fried Chicken with Braised Greens.

Hours: Mon-Thu 5:30pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 5:30pm-11pm

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GREEN HILLS. A popular lunch destination, Sylvan Park Restaurant features good-ole home-cookin' the way it's meant to...

GREEN HILLS. A popular lunch destination, Sylvan Park Restaurant features good-ole home-cookin' the way it's meant to be. The restaurant serves dishes like fried chicken, ham, and vegetables that are as good as anybody's, but their pies and chocolate creations set Sylvan Park apart from the other meat 'n threes around town.

Hours: Mon-Fri 10:30am-8pm; Sat 7am-2pm

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DOWNTOWN. When the bars close, the downtown crowd heads to the Hermitage Cafe. This all-night establishment serves diner...

DOWNTOWN. When the bars close, the downtown crowd heads to the Hermitage Cafe. This all-night establishment serves diner food all night, including the popular steak-and-eggs and country-fried-steak. Pictures of local country stars adorn the cinder-block walls, and the jukebox plays favorites all night. This is the real thing: quick and friendly service, homey decor, and maybe a country star or two.

Hours: Daily 10pm-1:30pm

Payment Methods: Cash Only

DOWNTOWN. Flyte World Dining offers locally sourced produce and meat. \"Hot\" and \"Cold\" feature...

DOWNTOWN. Flyte World Dining offers locally sourced produce and meat. \"Hot\" and \"Cold\" feature appetizer portions of charred octopus, mushroom soup and charcuterie. Larger portions are in the \"Water\" and \"Farm\" sections, including steelhead trout and game hen. In addition to the regular menu which varies each day, Flyte offers 3-, 6-, and 9-course tasting menus, with the 3-course menu focusing exclusively on items from Tennessee farms. A well-rounded wine list offers selections from around the world.

Hours: Tue-Thu 4:30pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 4:30pm-11pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express