Burger Restaurants in Tennessee

When Guy Fieri rolls into Tennessee on the hunt for righteous burgers, he knows he’s in for some serious flavor. The Volunteer State has served up four unforgettable burger joints on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives between 2008 and 2022, with Nashville claiming three of those coveted spots. While one has since closed its doors, the remaining trio continues to deliver the kind of out-of-bounds burgers that made them Triple D worthy in the first place.

Leading the pack is East Side Banh Mi in Nashville, boasting an impressive 4.6-star rating with their creative fusion approach to the classic American burger. Not far behind, Bottle Cap and Athens Family Restaurant each hold strong at 4.4 stars, proving that Music City knows its way around a patty. With an average rating of 4.5 stars across all featured spots, Tennessee’s burger scene has earned its place in Flavortown. Whether you’re cruising through Nashville or making your way to Memphis, these Guy-approved destinations are worth every detour.