Looking to try somewhere new to eat? We have you covered! Whether it’s chef-driven cuisine or a neighborhood bar, these newly opened spots are a must-try. Here are Nashville Guru’s picks for the best new Nashville restaurants and bars of 2023 (so far) with a minimum Google rating of 4.1 stars from at least a dozen reviewers.
NASHVILLE’S BEST NEW RESTAURANTS and bars OF 2023
IN REVERSE CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER
Ophelia’s Pizza + Bar
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- What to expect: American-Italian cuisine and a fun late-night scene
- When it opened: June 2023
- Google Rating: 4.6 stars | 21 reviews
St. Vito Focacceria
- Neighborhood: Gulch
- What to expect: Cozy locale with Sfincione pizza and Sicilian dishes
- When it opened: May 2023
- Google Rating: 5.0 stars | 34 reviews
Black Tap
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- What to expect: Award-winning burgers, iconic milkshakes, beer, and Downtown NYC vibes
- When it opened: May 2023
- Google Rating: 5.0 stars | 150 reviews
Sinatra Bar & Lounge
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- What to expect: An intimate and elevated dining experience with classic Italian food, craft cocktails, and daily live music
- When it opened: April 2023
- Google Rating: 4.1 stars | 90 reviews
Hand Cut Chophouse Nashville
- Neighborhood: SoBro
- What to expect: High-quality beef, a full mixology bar, local drafts, and live music
- When it opened: April 2023
- Google Rating: 4.3 stars | 95 reviews
Golden Pony
- Neighborhood: East Nashville
- What to expect: Retro-inspired cocktail bar serving specialty drinks and tasty dishes
- When it opened: April 2023
- Google Rating: 4.7 stars | 28 reviews
Kisser
- Neighborhood: East Nashville
- What to expect: Small plates, big plates, vegetarian options, and gluten-free offerings of delicious Japanese comfort food
- When it opened: March 2023
- Google Rating: 4.7 stars | 35 reviews
Teddy’s Tavern
- Neighborhood: Downtown
- What to expect: A locals-focused neighborhood bar and restaurant concept from The Nations Brewing Co. across from Bridgestone Arena
- When it opened: March 2023
- Google Rating: 4.9 stars | 38 reviews
Noko
- Neighborhood: East Nashville
- What to expect: Asian-inspired, wood-fired restaurant serving classic comfort dishes with an elevated twist
- When it opened: March 2023
- Google Rating: 5.0 stars | 128 reviews
Streetcar Taps and Garden
- Neighborhood: The Nations
- What to expect: Gastropub and beer garden situated in a fully restored building that once housed West Nashville’s first grocery
- When it opened: February 2023
- Google Rating: 4.9 stars | 36 reviews
Martha My Dear
- Neighborhood: East Nashville
- What to expect: Cozy cocktail and wine bar
- When it opened: February 2023
- Google Rating: 4.9 stars | 12 reviews
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