Kick off your new year with a delicious brunch at one of these top restaurants. Whether you’re recovering from New Year’s Eve or just grabbing some grub with friends and family, here are the best places to get brunch on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2026.
NOTE: We’ll be adding more to this list as they are announced, so check back for updates. Hours and availability are subject to change, so please call ahead!
Commons Club
Midtown
Commons Club is hosting a Recovery Brunch on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 7:00am to 3:00pm. Expect bottomless mimosas, Bloody Marys, Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffles, and more. Reservations are encouraged.
Liberty Common
SoBro
Liberty Common is serving New Year’s Day Brunch on Thursday, January 1, 2026. This popular brunch spot features an American Breakfast, Kale Caesar, Classic Pancakes, and more.
Two Hands
Gulch
Head over to Two Hands for New Year’s Day Brunch on Thursday, January 1, 2026. Reservations can be made from 8:00am to 3:45pm. Expect fresh and delicious food. Two Hands will also be open for dinner service with availability beginning at 5:00pm.
Other Restaurants & Bars Open on New Year’s Day
- The Nashville Grange – open 7:00am to 2:00pm | 5:30pm to 10:00pm
- The Finch – open 11:00am to 10:00pm
- North Italia – open 11:00am to 10:00pm
- Char – open 11:00am to 10:00pm
- etch – open 11:00am to 2:00pm | 4:30pm to 10:00pm
- Ophelia’s – open 11:00am to 10:00pm
- The Hampton Social – open 11:00am to 10:00pm
- Del Frisco’s – open 11:00am to 10:00pm
- City Winery – open 4:00pm to 10:00pm
Thanks so much for posting this! Easier than emailing individual places. Any chance you have heard about anyone being open for dinner on New Year’s Day?
Sara, thanks for the comment! Most restaurants seem to be holding normal dinner hours on New Year’s Day. As always, we suggest you call ahead for anywhere specific, though!
Just double-checked their website – all Monells locations will be closed on New Years Day this year only. They are taking all of their employees to Gatlinburg to celebrate their 25th anniversary (which is pretty amazing – good for them!)
Hey Alison! Thank you for this update! The brunch was posted a couple weeks ago, but it appears they changed their plans. We appreciate you letting us know!
Dino’s Restaurant in East Nashville will be open for a special brunch from 12pm-4pm!
So many restaurants doing brunch ! Are any of them vegan by any chance ? Thanks !