🍴 Nashville Ultimate Food Guide 🤩 (Part 1)

Everyone says Nashville is a food desert beyond hot chicken 🐔… but my friends and I have found some gems! Here’s a curated list of tried-and-tested spots near Vanderbilt. A bit on the pricier side — but totally worth it for good food! 📍 Vanderbilt Area Picks 👁👅👁 1️⃣ I Love Sushi 🍣 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Must-try: Takoyaki, Sashimi Platter, Tonkotsu Ramen, Appetizer Tofu Price: $30-40 per person Comments: Convenient location near campus + accepts Commodore Cash! Dishes are refined and reliable. 2️⃣ Crab Fever 🦀 🌟🌟🌟🌟💫 Must-try: Lobster Pasta, Seafood Platter, Brussels Sprouts (so good!), Fried Calamari Price: $45-50 Comments: Reminds me of Miami-style Cajun boils! Fun, messy, satisfying. The lobster pasta is a steal — half a lobster in creamy sauce 😋 3️⃣ Shabu Shabu 🍲 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Must-try: AYCE Hot Pot & Korean BBQ (fave broths: Tom Yum & Szechuan Spicy), Mango Smoothie, Boba Milk Tea Price: ~$40 Comments: Individual hot pot with fresh meat. Korean BBQ includes flavorful galbi. Revolving tray with veggies and tofu — fun and filling! 4️⃣ Satay Thai 🍡 🌟🌟🌟 Must-try: Fried Rice, Chicken Satay Skewers Price: ~$20 Comments: Cozy spot for Thai snacks — perfect for a quick craving. Right across the bookstore. 5️⃣ Meet Noodles 💣💣💣❌ What’s okay: Tomato Beef Noodle, Spicy Chicken, Seaweed Salad Price: $20-30 Comments: Used to go often since it’s near Commons… but multiple reports of 🐭 and poor hygiene. Not recommended! 6️⃣ Poke Bros 🥑 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Must-try: DIY Poke Bowls Price: ~$10 Comments: Fresh salmon and tuna — healthy, generous portions. Next to Satay Thai. 7️⃣ Cava 🥙 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Must-try: Harissa Chicken Bowl/Wrap rice: $10-20 Comments: New Mediterranean spot near Central Library. Build-your-own bowls or wraps. Chicken is tender and flavorful — great healthy option! ✨ More food guides coming soon! Follow for Part 2 👀 Let me know your fave spots around Vandy! 💬 #NashvilleEats #VanderbiltEats #FoodGuide #NashvilleFoodie #CommodoreLife 🍜🎒