Get a taste of Music City at the top restaurants in Nashville.

And dont worryBBQ andhot chickenarent going anywhere anytime soon.

Coming to Nashvilleand not sure where to start in planning your food-fueled adventures?

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But don’t let any of those things deter you from dining here.

The Chopped Salad is made with “Leina’s dad’s carrot ginger dressing,” for example.

Located in Highland Yards, Kisser feels like a local spot in the best kind of way.

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Bonus: Edleys serves one of the best boozy Bushwhacker cocktails in town.

edleysbbq.com, 2706 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37204

etc.

But perhaps lesser knownand equally deliciousis the intimate neighborhood sister bistro etc.

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Take a break from your Green Hills shopping outing to cozy up to the bar for lunch at etc.

This Five Points dive, one of the neighborhoods oldest, fits the bill.

If youre looking for something fancy, Dinos isnt for you.

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On Wednesdays, Mas Tacos sells hand-rolled tamales, and theres always horchata andagua frescaon the menu.

Dozen also sells sourdough bread by the loaf, as well as other seasonal pastries and whole pies.

The weekday Salt & Spirit Happy Hour includes cocktails and bites like oysters, crudite and French fries.

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Cafe Roze has a second location,Roze Pony, in Belle Meade.

One thing it is serious about?

Reservations are highly recommended.

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Large-format plates like a seafood boil are available for diners who order at least a week in advance.

The wine selection is top-notch notch with special bottles opened regularly and offered by the glass.

Folk also whips up seafood and game-forward entrees like a fried rabbit with pepper relish and hot honey.

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Coming to Nashville on a Monday when many restaurants are closed?

Plan a dinner at Folk, which is very much open.

henriettared.com, 1200 4th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37208

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