Germantown Cafe

Sleek furnishings and a skyline view are trademark features of this Nashville favorite and the menu is designed to impress. Germantown Caf̩ offers an award-winning brunch of crab cake eggs benedict, frittatas and of course, mimosas. The contemporary bistro is a favorite lunchtime destination for a business meeting or a casual conversation. The lunch menu is comprised of gourmet sandwiches,...

Where to Sit: Window tables offer the best view, but birch banquettes face the view as well.

Save Time: Call-ahead seating (30 minutes beforehand) is available for lunch and brunch.

Once the anchor of a quieter neighborhood near Nashville’s downtown, the Germantown Café now enjoys an expansive and illuminated nighttime view. Its plum walls are lined with contemporary art, and gerbera daisies brighten the tables. The menu stays true to the region’s classics, such as fried green tomatoes, crab cakes, grilled sirloin and mac ‘n’ cheese, as well as regulars’ favorites, like...

In a lucky space a few streets from downtown, this restaurant boasts an expansive and illuminated nighttime view of the Capitol building, contrasting nicely with the intimate setting within. The small but select menu doffs its hat to Dixie… Read More

Through nothing other than word of mouth, this eatery has become a consistent staple on the Nashville dining scene. Whether it's the hollandaise soaked eggs benedict for Sunday brunch, or the French onion soup covered in a dripping blanket of swiss cheese, each meal offers something uniquely tasty. Looking to spoil yourself? If so, order the crab cakes and let the buttery tenderness fall apart...

For a stunning view of the Nashville skyline at sunset, stake out a dinner table at this pristine bistro in the Germantown neighborhood, just north of downtown. Sip a cocktail and pore over the eclectic menu, which includes artful interpretations of crab cakes, French onion soup, and even fried green tomatoes with goat cheese. Grilled fish entrees, such as the herb-crusted skate, are excellent,...

Cozy, modern cafe offers a stunning downtown skyline view in historic Germantown.