{"id":43412,"date":"2025-01-23T18:05:06","date_gmt":"2025-01-23T18:05:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/barbecue\/best-food-drinks-in-nashvilles-gulch\/"},"modified":"2025-01-23T18:05:06","modified_gmt":"2025-01-23T18:05:06","slug":"best-food-drinks-in-nashvilles-gulch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=43412","title":{"rendered":"Best Food & Drinks in Nashville’s Gulch"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Next time you find yourself in The Gulch looking for somewhere to eat, try out any of these top rated restaurants in the area. Whether you need a quick sandwich and a cup of coffee or want to sit down to a full course, The Gulch has a number of establishments to pick from and always seems to be adding something new to the mix.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Five Daughters Bakery <\/a><\/h3>\n

4.2 \u2605<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
Let\u2019s start off the compilation today with a family owned business that keeps a location in The Gulch. Five Daughters Bakery is where you want to go when you want to taste baked goods that are made from scratch every day. The old saying is true with Five Daughters Bakery, they really do put love into everything they make and you can taste it. High quality ingredients go into the process to ensure that you\u2019re getting a taste of only the best that their menu has to offer. Variety is the name of the game regarding their doughnut selection. Instagram worthy frosting and sprinkle combinations are among specialty donuts like the King Kong, topped with pieces of candied bacon. Ask about their 100 layer doughnuts that change flavors every month. Five Daughters Bakery will give you plenty to talk about in the world of unique donuts so visit them from 8 am \u2013 8 pm every day of the week.<\/p>\n

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Prickly Pear Coffee Co<\/a><\/h3>\n

4.6 \u2605<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
State of the art equipment and a friendly staff that welcomes everyone are two of the main ingredients in the Prickly Pear Coffee Co equation. Making a great cup of coffee taste great is just icing on top of this Division St location. Open Monday-Saturday from 7:30 am \u2013 3 pm, Prickly Pear Coffee Co makes a great start to any early day in The Gulch. Supporting small businesses feels great at this shop where they are likely to learn your order quickly if you visit them often. Regulars are a usual occurrence due to their being located inside of the Albion apartment complex area. New to the scene but ready to prove themselves, be one of the original customers to the Prickly Pear Coffee Co by stopping by for coffee this summer.<\/p>\n

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Bar Louie <\/a><\/h3>\n

4.1 \u2605<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
Usually when we talk about establishments that feature multiple locations, there is a one-size-fits-all depiction of what the business can look like in any of their stores. With Bar Louie, that is not the case. Each and every one of their locations lets the neighborhood surrounding the building set the tone for how they will decorate and operate throughout each day. What makes each location special is that Bar Louie doesn\u2019t like to cut corners with any aspect of the experience they provide. From the ingredients used in their cocktails and bar bites to the high quality service, Bar Louie only serves the best for you. Visit The Gulch location 11th Ave from 11 am \u2013 2 am any day of the week and get a taste of Bar Louie.<\/p>\n

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The 404 Kitchen <\/a><\/h3>\n

4.2 \u2605<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
Drawing inspiration from southern style food with a modern European influenced twist is The 404 Kitchen on 12th Ave in The Gulch. This modern space feels warm and inviting whether you\u2019re sitting down to a candlelit table or outside on the terrace taking in Nashville\u2019s view. If you\u2019ve got the taste for whiskey, The 404 Kitchen has a basement downstairs that features a number of unique whiskeys to pick from that aren\u2019t available in other bars. Unique in design and execution, The 404 Kitchen fits right in with the hip vibes that The Gulch puts out in all of their other establishments. From 5-9 pm most days of the week (opening earlier on Sundays) The 404 Kitchen is the place to be when you want to ensure that everyone\u2019s time and money is well spent. With their spectacular service alone, you won\u2019t regret a trip to The 404 Kitchen.<\/p>\n

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Biscuit Love <\/a><\/h3>\n

4.4 \u2605<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
When a food truck is so popular that they have to create a brick and mortar location, you know that the product they put out has to be worth trying at least once. Biscuit Love on 11th St in The Gulch is the original offshoot of a food truck that needed something more to adhere to the needs of Nashville. Family owned and operated, Biscuit Love loves to serve you award winning food in a friendly place. Much like we do at The Nashville Insider, Biscuit Love cares about creating a safe space for everyone in Nashville and believes that a great meal can change someone\u2019s life. Locally sourced ingredients are used to create meals from scratch by hands that are talented and caring at Biscuit Love so visit them Monday through Saturday from 7 am \u2013 3 pm and find out what all the fuss is about. Ask for the Princess biscuit or the Southern Benny for a savory breakfast treat that will have you craving biscuits for the rest of the day.<\/p>\n

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Calle Taco <\/a><\/h3>\n

4.5 \u2605<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
Everyone knows that the best food is always served at the family owned restaurants and Calle Taco is one of those that you won\u2019t want to overlook. Open late every night (until 3 am) Calle Taco is where you can enjoy a great lunch or late dinner after a long day of exploring in The Gulch. Authentic Mexican street tacos seem to hit the spot no matter what time of day you\u2019re experiencing the need for an awesome meal. Find Calle Taco right in the heart of The Gulch on 9th St and try street tacos made the authentic way. Taking all of their inspiration from roots that began with a taco shack in Mexico, Calle Taco is the product of three generations in restaurant ownership and there\u2019s no question that they put passion into every meal. Keep your ears peeled, you might catch some live music if you come in at the right time. There\u2019s nothing better than solid tunes with even better food in Nashville and Calle Taco has everything you need.<\/p>\n

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The Co Op Frose & Eatery<\/a><\/h3>\n

4.4 \u2605<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
We can never resist a good gimmick at The Nashville Insider, and if you haven\u2019t heard of \u201cFrose\u201d yet then this place is going to blow your mind. Frozen Rose and other drinks are up for grabs at The Co Op Frose & Eatery on Pine St. This trendy spot is adorable and tasty with a small menu that makes for a light lunch or early dinner that everyone can enjoy. Grab a gourmet sandwich and $1 coffee or a \u201cFroze\u201d and get ready to take some pics for your story at The Co Op Frose & Eatery after 11 am daily. Outdoor seating is also available and you\u2019ll want to take advantage of that this summer, if you aren\u2019t dying to sit by the large Dolly Parton painting inside.<\/p>\n

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Emmy Squared <\/a><\/h3>\n

4.5 \u2605<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
Keep an eye out for the big black building on 12th Ave next time you\u2019re in The Gulch area looking for some top tier pizza. In Nashville, you never know where the influence is coming from and at Emmy Squared, they pull inspiration from Detroit style pies. Pick your spot at Emmy Squared and get ready to relax whether you are seated at a table, the bar, or on the rooftop patio. While you\u2019re at it, ask your server about their award winning burger after taking advantage of their appetizer selection. Only the highest quality ingredients are even considered for the meals they serve at Emmy Squared and you will be able to taste that in every bite. Open daily from noon until at least 10 pm, Emmy Squared is there for you for lunch and dinner with a top tier menu, atmosphere, and serving staff.<\/p>\n

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The Gumbo Bros <\/a><\/h3>\n

4.6 \u2605<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
Start off with Louisiana Alligator Bites and make your way through favorites like fried green tomatoes and Nanny\u2019s seafood gumbo at The Gumbo Bros on 12th Ave. Good food is an important part of anyone\u2019s day, especially when they have so much ground to cover to experience everything in The Gulch. This Cajun restaurant knows how to fill you up with their large portions and make you want more. Ask your server about the \u201cGumbo Flight\u201d if you want to try a little bit of everything and enjoy it while you watch the game on any of their well placed television sets. From 11 am \u2013 9 pm daily, The Gumbo Bros location in The Gulch is an affordable and filling restaurant to visit.<\/p>\n

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Nashville Sundae Club <\/a><\/h3>\n

4.5 \u2605<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
The Gulch is known for being a bit of a chic location in a general sense, drawing in an upscale crowd with establishments that take classic ideas and turn them up a bit. At Nashville Sundae Club, they are taking the art of ice cream based treat to another level with custom sundaes, boozy ice cream, and much more. From 12-6 pm daily (varying hours on Sundays) Nashville Sundae Club is your one stop shop for breakfast, dessert, drinks, and coffee when you\u2019re visiting The Gulch. This spot is the right place to visit when you have a craving for something specific in the realm of frozen treats.<\/p>\n

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The Iberian Pig<\/a><\/h3>\n

4.5 \u2605<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
Spanish food is served in an upscale setting at The Iberian Pig on Overton St. Each bite you take will send you on a journey to a completely different country, the hardest part is choosing only one meal from their large menu. Start with Tapas and make your way to the dessert, or take advantage of the vegetarian selection. Anything that you order on this menu will blow your mind. Ask for the wine menu and indulge in the full experience offered by this restaurant. Perfect for dinner, The Iberian Pig is open every day from 4-10 pm to take great care of you. From the second you enter, the smiling staff goes out of their way to ensure that you\u2019re comfortable and well taken care of with high quality Spanish food and drinks. Look into The Iberian Pig next time you need to rent a space out for a private party, they take their already high quality service to higher levels for those with reservations.<\/p>\n

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There\u2019s no excuse to be hungry for long when you\u2019re in The Gulch. No matter which direction you turn, there are restaurants galore and The Nashville Insider can\u2019t wait to tell you about them. Read through past guides that we have published by clicking the tab at the top of this page. If you ever have any questions about Nashville and where to hang out, come back here and find out what restaurants and venues that we can\u2019t stop talking about.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n