Previously known as the Grand Old Opry House, this auditorium first opened as the Union Gospel Tabernacle in 1892. It was built by Thomas Ryman & renamed in his honor after his death.
I frequent this place at least once a week. The tacos are phenomenal, the chicken tortilla soup is out of this world, and the plantains are delectable. Great selections for vegetarians, too! Read more.
The café was established in the early 1950’s as Lon & Anne Loveless served southern cooking to travelers on Highway 100. It once included a motel, which closed in 1985.
Goat Cheese and Cherries, Brown Butter Almond Brittle, Salty Caramel. With flavors like these, do I even need to say more? Read more.
One of the oldest working letterpress print shops in America. A sight to see and a fun spot to pick out an inexpensive Nashville souvenir. I’m endlessly inspired each time I stop in for a visit. Read more.
Get in early for the best selection,and check the glass displays for old-school baked goods like apple fritters, kolaches, and devil’s food donuts — all are so good, they’ll make you a morning person.
One wonders whether these folks put more thought into jeans construction than NASA engineers devote to designing space craft. Added bonus: They'll customize the fit at no extra charge. Read more.
Embroidered vintage threads, fringed leather jackets and cowboy boots, this is a fun place to play dress up in. Crinoline square dancing skirt, anyone? Read more.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be inside Jack White’s head, his record label’s headquarters—part music shop, memorabilia store and recording studio—is probably the closest you’ll get.
An elegant, boutique hotel featuring contemporary and eco-friendly design. Gwyneth Paltrow stayed here for 3 weeks—and wrote about it in GOOP—while working in Nashville a few years ago. Read more.
