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- LLynetteNashville •7 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoAs usual, the food was outstanding and the service was fast and above expected. We go often before plays at TPAC because they always have wonderful food and get us in and out quickly so that we arrive in time for the play.More infoThe Mockingbird NashvillePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• The Gulch•4.7
- JJackGreater Boston •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoExcellent experience, we were late due to a Lyft snafu but were greeted warmly and shown to our table…More infoLuogoPrice: Expensive• Italian• The Gulch•4.8
- BBillAlabama •12 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoAnother great spot in Downtown Nashville. Interesting menu and everything was delicious. Great service.More infoThe Finch - NashvillePrice: Moderate• American• The Gulch•4.5
- LleighVIPNorthwest Florida •3 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoIberian Pig 100% delivered on all the basics and then some - great flavors, great ambiance, interesting combinations. We came with an early reservation and got to try the happy hour queso/charcuterie combo (solid, uncontroversial), which like the grilled cheese were our least faves... just ok. Broccolini, with its piquant chimichurri, and the albondigas (meatballs) were the best, the patatas had a similar smoky paprika sauce. More thumbs up for risotto, empanadas, and the burger we split. We loved the taste of the carrots but several were so 'al dente' they were basically raw, but the server (who was great) was quick to take them off the bill. Def going back - fun place. Only regret is that we didn't have 10 more people at our table so we could try more stuff... always get too full before you can order all the things you want.More infoIberian Pig - NashvillePrice: Moderate• Spanish• The Gulch•4.8
- JJenniferVIPSouthwest Florida •9 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2025New Years Day brunch was a great experience. Buffet had an amazing selection of tasty items. Would highly recommend!!More infoAdele'sPrice: Expensive• American• The Gulch•4.7
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Discover The Gulch
The Gulch neighborhood in Nashville is known for its restaurants. Like everything in the city, there is a distinctly country-inflected theme to many of these eateries. Diner-style restaurants featuring grilled meats are popular, and you can enjoy down-home sides like collard greens, macaroni and cheese, and biscuits. Other restaurants take a more contemporary approach while still paying tribute to traditional Southern cooking. Locally sourced chicken, rabbit, and other meats are local favorites. Of course, comfort food is not your only option. There is excellent seafood available in The Gulch. Local catfish, Gulf Coast shrimp, and oysters are among the specialties you'll find on the menu. French, Mexican, and Japanese cuisines are available too.
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Child-friendly restaurants in The Gulch include Maiz De La Vida, Adele's and Chauhan Ale & Masala House
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