Looking to satisfy your appetite for Southern fare?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Southern restaurants around Nashville, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fulfill your urges.
1. Big Al's Deli
Topping the list is Big Al's Deli. Located at 1828 Fourth Ave. North in Salemtown, the deli and Southern spot is the highest-rated budget-friendly Southern restaurant in Nashville, boasting five stars out of 333 reviews on Yelp. Look for pancakes, biscuits and grits on the menu.
Yelper Ahmed A. wrote, "Let me tell you, this food was as good as it smelled! The chipotle raspberry chicken was fantastic. I don't know how to even explain it, but the flavors went so well, and the extra sauce at the bottom was perfect for dipping in other pieces of chicken with the sides or the biscuit."
2. Nashville Biscuit House
Next up is Eastwood's Nashville Biscuit House, situated at 805 Gallatin Ave. With four stars out of 480 reviews on Yelp, the diner and Southern spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option. On the menu, look for fried chicken, burgers and biscuits and gravy.
Yelper Stephanie V., who reviewed Nashville Biscuit House on Nov. 18, wrote, "One of my favorite, no-frills breakfasts in East Nashville! Don't expect any over-the-top decor or menu — NBH keeps it classy, simple and delicious."
Jay C. noted, "Food, Service, Ambiance: Excellent, you should go!"
3. Ed's Fish & Pizza House
Cumberland Gardens's Ed's Fish & Pizza House, located at 1801 Db Todd Jr Blvd., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive Southern spot, which offers fish and chips and seafood, 4.5 stars out of 31 reviews. Menu items include fried catfish and spaghetti.
Yelper Njeri P., who reviewed Ed's Fish & Pizza House on Aug. 9, wrote, "The food was absolutely amazing! I ordered the whiting sandwich sans the hot sauce."
Yelper Yvette L. wrote, "It's not fancy, there is very limited seating and they only take cash. But they have the best fish sandwiches in town!"
4. H & T's Homecooking
H & T's Homecooking, a Southern spot in Nashboro Village, is another budget-friendly go-to, with four stars out of 91 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2264 Murfreesboro Pike to see for yourself. Look for wings, chicken tenders and country fried steak on the menu.
Curious about who's behind the business?
"Hattie greets every guest with a warm smile and a friendly hello," according to the bio section of the business's Yelp profile.
In terms of signature items, "We are a home cooking family restaurant," it states on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. "Our goal is to make H&T's your favorite home-cooking restaurant. We strive for a clean environment great food and customer service."
5. Doll's Family Cafe
Over in Renraw Community, check out Doll's Family Cafe, which has earned four stars out of 33 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the Southern spot, which offers soul food and more, by heading over to 2501 Gallatin Ave., Suite C. Menu items include pork chops and macaroni and cheese.
Yelper Tiffany B., who reviewed Doll's Family Cafe on Jan. 29 wrote, "My favorite plate at Doll's is the meatloaf with three sides and two pieces of cornbread. The food is delicious, always."
Paul M. noted, "Doll's is a great place to get soul food in East Nashville for a fair price. Not hard to find being right off the main road. Large selection of meats and vegetables."
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