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Calypso Cafe
2424 Elliston Place Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 321-3878
This fabulously funky causal café with the island vibe is a lunchtime favorite of perky Vanderbilt sorority girls and tree hugging hippies-types alike. From Cuban black beans to zesty Jamaican-curry rotisserie chicken the menu overflows with healthy, out-of-the-box fare. Now boasting five locations around town, Calypso’s special brand of stress-free, take-out always includes a complimentary pair of Caribbean corn muffins topped with coconut shavings. Hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 9pm, Sat & Sun: 11:30am to 8:30pm
Arnold's
605 8th Avenue S Nashville, TN 37203
615-256-4455
Arnold's is the place where true Southern gentleman escape downtown for a home-style meal just like Mama used to fix. A true melting pot, high-powered lawyers in suits mix comfortably with future defendants. Everything is homemade daily and served buffet style. It's a great choice for home made pies or some mighty good looking banana pudding. Stop in and say hi to Arnold as he dishes out roast beef that melts in your mouth! Hours: Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm
Copper Kettle
4004 Granny White Pike Nashville, TN 37204
615-383-7242
Whether you're looking for a good lunch or a caterer for a large party, Copper Kettle Cafe is the place to go. The prices are very reasonable and the display is truly a work of art. The casual cafe features a variety of daily specials, classic sandwiches, satisfying salads, and irresistible desserts. If you're in a hurry, call ahead and have your meal ready for pick up when you arrive. Hours: Monday-Friday 11am-8pm Sunday brunch 10am-2pm
Cafe Coco
210 Louise Avenue Nashville, TN 37203
615-321-2626
Cafe Coco is a hole in the wall restaurant located in historic Elliston district. The food is delicious with pasta as a house favorite. If you're looking for a traditional sandwich lunch, you can get that here as well. With a barista and freshly made cappuccinos, it's also a great place to study. Hours of Operation: 24 hours
Sweet Sixteenth Bakery
311 N 16th Street Nashville, TN 37206
615-226-8367
Sweet 16th is a neighborhood bakery located in east Nashville featuring scones, muffins, coffee cakes, bar cookies, cookies, cakes and more — baked fresh daily. If you go there and find a baked goodie you don't like, something is wrong with you. Only the freshest ingredients are used and many Nashvillians drive out of their way to go to this bakery. If you're craving something that isn't on the menu, talk to the owner and he will put together a special order for you. Hours of Operation: Tuesday-Friday 7am-2pm; Saturday 8am-1pm; closed Sunday and Monday
Ole Dinner Bell Restaurant
2278 Lebanon Pike Nashville, TN 37214
615-883-4940
Cracker Barrel, eat your heart out. This is what comfort food is meant to be. Housed in an unassuming storefront in a non-descript strip mall, Dinner Bell is just what your momma ordered.Granted, this isn't the place to eat healthy, but c'mon, who goes to a meat-and-three on a diet? Want to truly blow that caloric count? Enjoy the banana pudding when it's on the menu. Word to the wise: if you go at lunch, go early. The line is often out the door around noon, but it is totally worth the wait.
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