Best Lunch Restaurants in Midtown

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1. Midtown Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(5049)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southern) • Midtown

Booked 25 times today

Open Table TOP 50 Best Southern Restaurant in USA offering a casual, affordable, fine dining atmosphere with breakfast / brunch / lunch all seven days and dinner Monday through Saturday with cage free eggs, biscuits, pancakes, seafood, prime steak, veal, pastas & featuring 40 wines by the glass and 150 selections. Located just off West End at 102 -19th Ave S in the West End / Vanderbilt / Music Row / Midtown / Medical Center neighborhoods. Since 1987, casual fine dining with quality ingredients prepared and served by caring professionals.Open weekdays for Breakfast 8am-2pm. Lunch 11am-2pm Mon-Sun. Dinner starting at 4:30 Monday - Thursday and 5:00pm Friday and Saturday. Complementary Valet Parking for Lunch and DinnerShuttle offered for events at Tpac, Ryman, The Symphony, and Bridgestone with a 40$/ person check minimum. Must call restaurant to reserve shuttle seats. Requests made on Open Table may not be honored, due to limited seating.

2. The Chef and I

4.5

Awesome(3030)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Music Row

Booked 7 times today

Lunch at "The Chef and I" is packed full of flavor. Located in our "Backstage" area downstairs in a casual atmosphere, sit where you can see what's happening in our kitchen. Enjoy popular items like the smash burger melt, hot fish sandwich and roma crunch salad or indulge in the chef's favorites of marinated salmon and green chile chicken melt. The Chef and I is built on a love story between two people that began 15 years ago in Nashville, Tennessee. We serve innovative cuisine in a fun environment. You can choose to order off the menu or do a chef's tasting any day of the week. A private chef’s table, an interactive show kitchen in addition to regular dining is what you’ll find at The Chef & I Nashville! Caramelized cauliflower, brussels sprouts, burrata and peaches, smoked elk rack, mojo Tennessee trout and black peppercorn steak our some of our current favorites. Farm to table cuisine with local and unique ingredients is what we are known for. Nashville's best!

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3. Amerigo - West End

4.6

Exceptional(3294)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Midtown

Booked 39 times today

Amerigo has been a Nashville staple for over three decades. We have shared countless meals and celebrations with multi-generations of families since 1991, and are proud to be the longest standing restaurant on West End Avenue! Traditional Italian pastas, pizza, fresh seafood and wood-fired steaks span the menus for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Early bird specials are offered daily as well as gluten-sensitive versions of your favorite Italian dishes.

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4. Elliston Place Soda Shop

4.7

Exceptional(151)

Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Southern) • Midtown

Booked 5 times today

We’re one part soda shop, one part meat-and-three, and one hundred percent bona fide Southern eatery. We cook each meal fresh from scratch daily, following time-tested recipes and honoring our founder’s meat-and-three legacy. Bring the kids around for a treat, grab lunch with friends, or drop by for a shake and fries. And did we mention the pies?

5. Jasper's

4.3

Awesome(810)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown

Booked 5 times today

Jasper's is your neighborhood bar and restaurant, done better! Perfect for catching the game, happy hour, or brunch with friends, Jasper’s serves elevated bar fare in an open, lively atmosphere. The space is equipped with plenty of TVs, a grab and go market, shuffleboard, and other games to gather, play, eat, and drink. The wide-ranging all day menu features creative renditions of classic crowd-pleasers like wings, flatbread pizzas, salads, wraps, burgers, and hot chicken. For our thirsty friends, you’ll find a variety of boozy slushies, well-crafted cocktails, draft, and spirit-free cocktails at the oversized bar. Or, choose from a selection of 15 wines and local beers on tap, all offered for less during Happy Hour Monday – Friday from 4-6pm.

6. Gathre

3.8

Excellent(161)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Midtown

Booked 12 times today

Residing within Nashville’s iconic Midtown neighborhood and steps from all the attractions, Gathre is a stylish & contemporary Italian restaurant, serving classic fare with modern twists. Our menu is influenced by the best ingredients rooted in the region. Serving breakfast 7 days a week, Gathre is known for our "Broadway Breakfast," a wholesome start to the day with your choice of eggs, meat, and toast with preserves. Pair with a latte from our very own Café Antler for the best breakfast in Midtown! Jump start your weekend with DJ Brunch every Saturday with bottomless mimosas and great menu items such as Hot Chicken and Waffle Minis, Avocado Toast and Mushroom and Brie Omelet. Weekend dinners just got better with Gathre's live entertainment! Join us from 6-10pm Friday and Saturday night paired with an espresso martini, burrata, and our apple mostrada pork chop. Gathre is the perfect place to gather(re) for a taste of Nashville.

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7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Nashville

4.6

Exceptional(2730)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Music Row

Booked 33 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Nashville, TN serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged. Business Casual Proper Attire Required Please. Kindly remove your hat when entering the restaurant. Thank you for not wearing: Gym wear or sweat pants, tank tops, clothing with offense graphics or language, or exposed undergarments, hoodies, ripped jeans and

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8. Giovanni's Ristorante - Mid Town

4.8

Exceptional(1659)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Music Row

Booked 8 times today

At Giovanni's you will experience creative Italian cuisine in a multi level, chic and relaxed atmosphere.

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9. North Italia - Nashville

4.6

Exceptional(1505)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Green Hills

Booked 106 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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10. The Henry - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(186)

Price: Moderate

• American • Belmont / Hillsboro

Booked 62 times today

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Christy
Nashville •42 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Matthew, our kind and attentive server was AMAZING!!! Everything about our experience was EXCELLENT!!! The food was all so delicious! Our drinks were constantly refilled & we wanted for NOTHING!!!! We MISS RANDY, & his legacy continues. Many thanks!!!
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Midtown CafePrice: Expensive• Regional American (Southern)• Midtown
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4.9
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Kristin
Kansas City / Kansas •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Nice waiter, quick service, family friendly, TVs to watch sports.
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Jasper'sPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown
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4.3
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Bob
Nashville •63 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Another great evening - good food, good service and good friends!
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Amerigo - West EndPrice: Moderate• Italian• Midtown
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4.6
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Mark
New York City •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Came here on Monday 12/16 based on my brother’s recommendation. Enjoyed a memorable meal with excellent service by our waitress and got to interact with the chef of the day. It was a nice experience and I appreciated the way both talked us through the 5 course tasting menu. Loved the rabbit dish and the filet mignon add on in place of the lamb rack. My two favorites though all the dishes were very good. Had the option of 5 or 7 course but had to stop at 5 to leave room for desert. Mmmm. The only drawback was that the restaurant recently announced they would be closing at the end of the year. Wish they could remain open for the next time we come to Nashville, but hope they will find a new venture to visit.
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The Chef and IPrice: Expensive• Regional American (Contemporary Southern)• Music Row
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4.5
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Ginny
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 1, 2024
We always love visiting this restaurant. It has wonderful food, service is great, and just has cozy vibes.
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Elliston Place Soda ShopPrice: Moderate• Regional American (Southern)• Midtown
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4.7

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110 restaurants available nearby

1. Midtown Cafe

2. The Chef and I

3. Amerigo - West End

4. Elliston Place Soda Shop

5. Jasper's

6. Gathre

7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Nashville

8. Giovanni's Ristorante - Mid Town

9. North Italia - Nashville

10. The Henry - Nashville

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