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Alla Vita Nashville
$$$$•Italian•4.7(65)Located in Nashville’s Wedgewood Houston neighborhood, Alla Vita is an Italian restaurant rooted in the joy of gathering. Meaning “to life,” the concept celebrates the simple pleasures of food, wine, and shared moments, offering a warm, welcoming space designed for connection.
At its core, the menu is built for passing plates and lingering at the table. From craveable snacks and bright, composed salads to handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and comforting mains, each dish balances approachability with thoughtful technique. Nashville guests will find beloved favorites from the original Chicago location alongside new dishes created exclusively for this market. The beverage program complements the menu with a curated selection of Italian and West Coast wines and easy-drinking cocktails that lean into vermouths, amaros, and seasonal spritzes.IL Forno - Nashville
$$$$•Pizzeria•4.7(722)Authentic Neapolitan pizzeria in the Wedgewood - Houston neighborhood, a few blocks from downtown and the new Nashville soccer stadium. Our dough, sauces and dressings are made in-house with the freshest ingredients served in a modern dining aesthetic.
Aba - Nashville
$$$$•Mediterranean•4.7(790)Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence located in Nashville's Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood. The menu features Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions.Momotaro Nashville
$$$$•Japanese•4.6(33)A refined, immersive dining experience in the heart of Wedgewood Houston, Momotaro Nashville showcases exceptional sushi, robata-grilled dishes, and thoughtfully crafted cocktails. Chef Partner Gene Kato brings his Japanese heritage into a modern context delivering bold, nuanced flavors that honor tradition from a modern viewpoint.
Originally opened in Chicago over a decade ago, Momotaro’s design is rooted in Japanese mid-century modernism and “salaryman” culture, expressed through rich wood paneling, detailed millwork, and a signature stock exchange-style menu board anchoring the space. In Nashville, that foundation evolves through a lens of Japanese Americana—a cultural movement that reinterprets classic American style through a distinctly Japanese perspective. Throughout the space, the concept of otaku—an obsessive devotion to craft—comes to life in the rhythmic repetition of tile and wood, creating both visual texture and a sense of intentional separation between spaces.
Present Tense
$$$$•Contemporary American•4.6(39)Present Tense is a modern izakaya restaurant and bar from Chef Ryan Costanza with a deep sake, natural wine and cocktail list housed in one of the most beautiful spaces in town beaming with good vibrations, tons of greenery, and great sounds. A focus on vinyl and hifi fills the air. The menus highlight raw and cooked seafood and meat from around the world with the best locally grown produce available.The Sicilian Butcher - Nashville / WeHo
$$$$•Italian•4.3(311)Welcome to The Sicilian Butcher, the innovative modern-casual meatball and butchery-inspired concept that is revolutionizing dining in Arizona. We are proud to introduce the first-of-its-kind experience crafted by the visionary team behind renowned establishments like Tomaso's, Hash Kitchen, The Mexicano, and The Sicilian Baker. At The Sicilian Butcher, every dish is curated by celebrity chef Joey Maggiore, along with his wife and lead designer Cristina Maggiore, and business partner Flora Tersigni, ensuring an unforgettable chef-driven neighborhood dining experience. We invite you to build-your-own pasta and meatballs, allowing you to choose from a variety of fresh pasta, mouthwatering sauces, and delectable meatballs to create your perfect meal. Then, head over to The Sicilian Baker, where the fun continues with our build-your-own Cannoli. Our team is dedicated to providing you with the best Italian hospitality, ensuring that every dining experience is a celebration!
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- SStephanieGoldNew Orleans / Louisiana •10 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoHappy hour was awesome! Great food and cocktail options AMAZING serviceMore infoThe Finch - Nashville$$$$• American• The Gulch & North Gulch•4.6
- MMarciaGoldWashington, D.C. Area •5 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoExcellent experience. Food was so unique and delicious. Our server really steered us right. The plain frozen yogurt with olive oil and sea salt was to die for along with the chili lime shrimp and halloumi. Just fantastic.More infoAba - Nashville$$$$• Mediterranean• South Nashville•4.7
- HHannahCoastal Georgia •5 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoFood, drinks, atmosphere was a perfect 10! Can’t wait to go back!!More infoThe Hampton Social - Nashville$$$$• American• Downtown / Sobro•4.6
- MMichaelGoldNashville •10 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoExcellent food and service. Will definitely return.More infoSUSHI-SAN - Nashville$$$$• Sushi• Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill•4.8
- MMaeganOklahoma •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoThis was a phenomenal experience! Food, drinks, staff, ambience, everything was incredible. Request Ari as your server and ask for his recommendations, he won’t let you down!More infoV Modern Italian$$$$• Italian• The Gulch & North Gulch•4.6
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in South Nashville is OSH Restaurant & Grill
The best vegan restaurants in South Nashville are Aba - Nashville, IL Forno - Nashville and Alla Vita Nashville
The best vegetarian restaurants in South Nashville are Aba - Nashville, Alla Vita Nashville and The Sicilian Butcher - Nashville / WeHo
The restaurants with the best service in South Nashville are OSH Restaurant & Grill, Bastion and iggy's - Nashville
The restaurants with the best ambiance in South Nashville are OSH Restaurant & Grill, Bastion and Aba - Nashville