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IL Forno - Nashville
Price: Moderate•Pizzeria•4.6(536)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.Mercado by Butchertown
Price: Expensive•Regional Mexican•4.5(115)MERCADO BY BUTCHERTOWN located in Wedgewood-Houston, is the coastal sister restaurant to BUTCHERTOWN HALL, a classic Tex-Mex institution in Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood. We serve all of your Butchertown favorites, including Texas-style smoked brisket, fresh guac and queso, and Nashville’s finest margaritas, plus a Raw Bar and Rooftop Bar serving Nashville’s freshest oysters, fish tacos, Baja-influenced Mexican fare, and the most amazing views of the Nashville skyline!
With a warm atmosphere and a focus on the finest ingredients, Mercado by Butchertown is the perfect place to gather, relax, and indulge.
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- DDanaeNew York City •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoIt was my birthday, and Harper's made it SO special. I feel so lucky to have a place like this right down the street. There's nowhere else I would want to celebrate with my friends! Thank you to our incredible server and the wonderful staff for making the night one I'll never forget.More infoHarper'sPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Sobro•4.8
- MMattWashington, D.C. Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoWhat a great spot to have dinner. My group had an incredible time. The food was great, the service was great, and the atmosphere was really chill.More infoThe Hampton Social - NashvillePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Sobro•4.7
- AAndrewNashville •2 reviews4.0Dined 2 days agoLimited menu everything is good not a repeat. Better for lunchMore infoThe Henry - NashvillePrice: Moderate• American• Belmont / Hillsboro•4.7
- SShaunaNashville •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoAlways an amazing experience with exceptional wine and foodMore infoJeff Ruby's Steakhouse - NashvillePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Sobro•4.8
- MMartiNashville •4 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWe had a wonderful night celebrating a friend. It was our first time & everything was wonderful! The cocktails were excellent & the cast iron cookie dessert was AMAZING!! We’ll be back for sure!!More infoThe Finch - NashvillePrice: Moderate• American• The Gulch & North Gulch•4.6
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in South Nashville is Bastion
The restaurants with the best service in South Nashville are Bastion, OSH Restaurant & Grill and Mercado by Butchertown
The restaurants with the best ambiance in South Nashville are Bastion, Mercado by Butchertown and IL Forno - Nashville