Nashville has quietly become one of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives‘ favorite stops. We pulled every Nashville restaurant Guy Fieri has featured on the show, kept the 14 that are still open and still highly rated (4.4 stars and up, hundreds to thousands of real Google reviews), and ranked them by popularity. Here’s where to eat on your next trip.

1. Arnold’s Country Kitchen

Southern · $ · 4.5★ (2,781 Google reviews)

Arnold’s Country Kitchen earned its spot on the show for Southern home cooking that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 2,781 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 9, Episode 13 — “Old Time Attitude” (August 9, 2010)
Address: 605 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: +1 615-256-4455
Website: arnoldscountrykitchen.com
See the full Arnold’s Country Kitchen listing →

2. Mas Tacos

American, Mexican · $ · 4.7★ (2,329 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Mas Tacos still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 2,329 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 23, Episode 18 — “Holiday Hoopla” (December 11, 2015)
Address: 732 Mcferrin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
Phone: +1 615-543-6271
Website: mastacosporfavor.shop
See the full Mas Tacos listing →

3. The Grilled Cheeserie

American · $$ · 4.5★ (2,044 Google reviews)

The American classics at The Grilled Cheeserie clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 2,044 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D (3 times):
• Season 18, Episode 12 — “Family Time” (December 23, 2013)
• Season 22, Episode 14 — “Food TruckAPalooza” (February 22, 2015)
• Season 33, Episode 2 — “Takeout: Bringing Comfort Home” (August 28, 2020)
Address: 2003 Belcourt Ave, Nashville, TN 37212
Phone: +1 615-203-0351
Website: grilledcheeserie.com
See the full The Grilled Cheeserie listing →

4. Phat Bites

Seafood, Sandwich, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.4★ (1,959 Google reviews)

Phat Bites is one of the area’s go-to spots for fresh seafood, with a strong 4.4 stars from 1,959 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 18, Episode 13 — “Soup, Salad and Seafood” (December 30, 2013)
Address: 2730 Lebanon Pike B, Nashville, TN 37214
Phone: +1 615-400-0433
Website: www.phatbites.com
See the full Phat Bites listing →

5. Redheaded Stranger

Mexican, BBQ · $$ · 4.5★ (1,726 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for Mexican plates, Redheaded Stranger keeps a 4.5-star rating across 1,726 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 36, Episode 2 — “Stuffed, Smoked and Wrapped” (September 16, 2022)
Address: 305 Arrington St, Nashville, TN 37207
Phone: +1 615-544-8226
Website: redheadedstrangertacos.com
See the full Redheaded Stranger listing →

6. Graze Nashville

Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.7★ (1,372 Google reviews)

Graze Nashville earned its spot on the show for veg-forward cooking that regulars rave about, and the 4.7-star average from 1,372 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 17 — “Classic and Comfort” (November 26, 2021)
Address: 1888 Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
Phone: +1 615-686-1060
Website: www.grazenashville.com/utm_sourcegoogleutm_mediumorganicutm_campaigngbp
See the full Graze Nashville listing →

7. Homegrown Taproom & Kitchen

Other · $$ · 4.5★ (1,139 Google reviews)

Known for a one-of-a-kind menu, Homegrown Taproom & Kitchen still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 1,139 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 16 — “Cheese and Meat” (August 12, 2022)
Address: 2720 Old Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
Phone: +1 629-888-9180
Website: homegrownnashville.com
See the full Homegrown Taproom & Kitchen listing →

8. Bro’s Cajun Cuisine

Southern, Cajun · $$ · 4.6★ (1,106 Google reviews)

The Southern home cooking at Bro’s Cajun Cuisine clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 1,106 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 10, Episode 3 — “Timeless” (September 13, 2010)
Address: 505 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: +1 615-679-9063
Website: www.thegumbobros.com
See the full Bro’s Cajun Cuisine listing →

9. Fattoush Cafe

Mexican, Mediterranean · $ · 4.5★ (1,095 Google reviews)

Fattoush Cafe is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mexican plates, with a strong 4.5 stars from 1,095 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 16 — “Tacos, Tots and Chops” (November 19, 2021)
Address: 1716 Charlotte Ave, Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: +1 615-321-1667
Website: www.fattoush-cafe.com
See the full Fattoush Cafe listing →

10. Riddim N Spice

Mexican, Sandwich · $$ · 4.5★ (745 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for Mexican plates, Riddim N Spice keeps a 4.5-star rating across 745 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 14 — “Sandwiches and Spice” (October 22, 2021)
Address: 2116 Meharry Blvd, Nashville, TN 37208
Phone: +1 615-953-7121
Website: www.riddimnspice.com
See the full Riddim N Spice listing →

11. Caffe Nonna

Italian · $$ · 4.6★ (575 Google reviews)

Caffe Nonna earned its spot on the show for Italian comfort food that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 575 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 18, Episode 12 — “Family Time” (December 23, 2013)
Address: 4427 Murphy Rd, Nashville, TN 37209
Phone: +1 615-463-0133
Website: www.caffenonna.com
See the full Caffe Nonna listing →

12. East Side Banh Mi

Burger, Sandwich, Asian · $$ · 4.6★ (508 Google reviews)

Known for burgers, East Side Banh Mi still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 508 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 15 — “Stellar Sandwiches and Big-Time Burgers” (August 5, 2022)
Address: 1000 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
Phone: +1 615-953-7424
Website: www.eastsidebanhmi.com
See the full East Side Banh Mi listing →

13. Pie Town Tacos

Mexican · $ · 4.7★ (444 Google reviews)

The Mexican plates at Pie Town Tacos clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.7-star rating across 444 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 16 — “Cheese and Meat” (August 12, 2022)
Address: 614 Ewing Ave #4628, Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: +1 615-750-2628
Website: pietowntacos.com
See the full Pie Town Tacos listing →

14. King Tut’s

Chicken, Sandwich · 4.8★ (334 Google reviews)

King Tut’s is one of the area’s go-to spots for fried chicken, with a strong 4.8 stars from 334 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 17 — “From Chicken to Cheesesteak” (August 26, 2022)
Address: 3716 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN 37211
Phone: +1 615-660-7587
Website: kingtutsnashville.com
See the full King Tut’s listing →

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