The restaurants, bars, and coffee shops that have paved the way. Every one of these has been in business for over 25 years and represent the best of Old Nashville.
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Delicious pies made by Miss Linda, and classic diner vibes from over 85 years in business! Also, a crispy Diet Coke. 👏🏻
Elliston Place Soda Shop
Nashville’s first coffee shop. It opened in 1993 and achieved international fame for its NunBun (look it up!)
Bongo Java
Nashville’s second oldest coffee shop - opened in 1998 and once host to a Luke’s Diner pop-up
Sam & Zoe’s
Family run since 1991, the bar dates back to the 30s when it was an entrance to the Belcourt Theater. Cheap beer, darts, and all the classic dive bars you’d want.
The Villager Tavern (@the_villager_tavern) · Nashville, TN
Unlimited fixin’s and the last one standing of a local chain that first opened in 1980.
Uncle Bud's Catfish Chicken & Such
Tennessee’s oldest bar - live music and cash only!
Springwater
It originally opened in 2000 and has been a popular locals spot ever since. I’ve never had anything there that wasn’t delicious - including a crispy Diet Coke!
