Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Nashville Airport, TN

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

EAST NASHVILLE. This small bakery in East Nashville offers fresh pastries and hot beverages to those looking for a quick...

EAST NASHVILLE. This small bakery in East Nashville offers fresh pastries and hot beverages to those looking for a quick breakfast or lunch. Offerings change daily and seasonally, but patrons are never disappointed. The bakery has some seating, but getting it to-go is the most popular option.

Hours: Tue-Fri 7am-2pm; Sat 8am-1pm

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

MUSIC VALLEY. Cascades Restaurant is surrounded by gardens and waterfalls, which lend a tropical note to Music City's...

MUSIC VALLEY. Cascades Restaurant is surrounded by gardens and waterfalls, which lend a tropical note to Music City's scene. Fresh seafood is key, and Australian lobster tails crown an impressive menu that also includes pan-seared Atlantic cod, diver scallops, swordfish with bacon-rosemary aioli, and halibut with lobster stuffing. Inside the restaurant, Wasabi's offers traditional sushi, sake cocktails, and Japanese beers.

Hours: Sun-Thu 7am-10pm; Fri-Sat 7am-11pm

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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

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

EAST NASHVILLE. The casual, pub-like confines of the Batter'd and Fried Boston Seafood House offers good seafood at...

EAST NASHVILLE. The casual, pub-like confines of the Batter'd and Fried Boston Seafood House offers good seafood at inexpensive prices. The menu focuses on different-size baskets of fried seafood, though there are a few pasta and nonfried entrees. The Wave Sushi Bar is also located in the restaurant, providing traditional favs like the California roll alongside more creative choices like the Crazy Calvin roll.

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

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

EAST NASHVILLE. At this popular upscale eatery, diners enjoy seasonally-changing fare with French and Italian...

EAST NASHVILLE. At this popular upscale eatery, diners enjoy seasonally-changing fare with French and Italian influences, such as pan-roasted halibut, fennel-ubbed poussin, and spaghetti bolognese. The cozy brick-walled dining room creates the perfect setting for a quiet, romantic dinner out. The Sunday brunch also offers to patrons a unique menu with varied dishes like smoked trout with crispy potato cake and French toast croissants with powdered sugar and warm syrup.

Hours: Tue-Sat 5pm-10pm; Sun 11am-2pm

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

EAST NASHVILLE. A tiny spot with a spacious deck, this favorite coffee shop has an unassuming address in Riverside...

EAST NASHVILLE. A tiny spot with a spacious deck, this favorite coffee shop has an unassuming address in Riverside Village in Inglewood. Enjoy locally roasted Drew's Brews coffees, freshly made ice cream, and a small assortment of pastries from Nashville bakery Provence, and receive a discount if you ride a bicycle or bring your own cup.

Hours: Daily 7am-8pm

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MUSIC VALLEY. Modeled after the fish camps along the nearby Caney Fork River, the restaurant is a fun place to go with...

MUSIC VALLEY. Modeled after the fish camps along the nearby Caney Fork River, the restaurant is a fun place to go with friends and family to enjoy a reasonably-priced seafood dinner. The rustic feel is heightened by the fishing gear and pictures on the walls, the wooden benches and tables, and the large fish pond in the middle of the dining room. The menu focuses on seafood with a Southern twist, featuring appetizers, sandwiches, and dishes like the Salmon Oscar, Fish and Chips and Seafood Pot Pie. Don't care for seafood? They also serve excellent steaks, chicken, barbecue and ribs. In addition, they also have monthly wild game specials of Cajun fried gator, frog legs, grilled venison, buffalo, and rainbow trout.

Hours: Mon-Thu 4pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-11pm; Sun 11am-9pm

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

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

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