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Where to Eat Now in Nashville Nashville’s dining scene had a moment this year. From Mediterranean standouts to modern taquerias and sleek hotel lounges, these are the new openings that defined how Music City eats in 2025. Sushi by Boū (below) Opened March 2025 Sushi by Boū arrived this year as an elevated, immersive omakase experience made for tonight’s adventurers. With just 14 seats at the sushi counter,
every course is prepared right before your eyes. The moody, Art Decoinspired setting and exclusive whiskey collaboration with Happenstance make it one of the city’s most immersive dining experiences.
Parlour Bar (below) Opened September 2025 A new addition to downtown’s Printers Alley, Parlour Bar opened this year as a boutique martini lounge just steps away from the buzz of Broadway. This intimate cocktail lounge inside the Dream hotel offers a quiet escape with timeless charm, where guests can sip on elevated cocktails and get a true taste of Nashville elegance.
Sushi-san Opened November 2025 From Chicago’s Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, Sushi-san opened this fall in 12 South, marking the group’s second Nashville eatery alongside Aba. Led by Master Sushi Chef Kaze Chan, the neighborhood sushi spot combines ultra-fresh fish, an impressive sake and Japanese whisky list, and a hip-hop soundtrack in a lively space, along with a walk-up soft-serve window, exclusive to the Nashville location.
Aba (above) Opened September 2025 The beloved Mediterranean restaurant from Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants has landed in Nashville’s WedgewoodHouston, bringing Top Chef alum Chef CJ Jacobson’s California-inspired Mediterranean dining to Nashville. The two-story, greenery-filled space evokes summer in the Mediterranean yearround, featuring fresh, shareable plates paired with an extensive wine list and inventive cocktails.
Silo Opened June 2025 Silo serves as the Canopy hotel’s signature restaurant and a new all-day gathering spot featuring the largest ground-floor patio in the neighborhood. Led by Executive Chef David Henriquez, the modern gastropub highlights fresh, locally sourced dishes and Yazoo beers on tap.
Broadway’s newest destination with a distinctly Southern soul. The multi‑level revival fuses record‑shop nostalgia, live music, and craft cocktails all under one roof. Guests can sip Southern-inspired drinks and snack on regional favorites like boiled peanuts and Texas-style chili while surrounded by neon signs and vintage guitar picks, with a design that leans into Texas flair and warm woods for an inviting, soulful feel. Five Iron Opening December 2025 Opening in Midtown in the space formerly housed by Nada, Five Iron Golf will combine high-tech simulators with a chef-driven menu and lively bar program. Expect elevated takes on classic bar fare and creative cocktails, making it a go-to for groups and golfers alike – pairing serious food with a fun, social vibe.
Dos Santos Opened January 2025 Tucked into the heart of Wedgewood‑Houston, Dos Santos has quickly staked its claim this year as the spot for fresh, elevated Mexican food. This family‑run taqueria brings Yucatán‑inspired flavors, bold seafood touches, and a devotion to real ingredients – and don’t miss its iconic breakfast burrito window! Ernest Tubb Record Shop Opened October 2025 The legendary record shop has risen again on Broadway this year – now not just as a music landmark, but as.