SUMMER 2012
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TheHuttonHotel’s
1808Grille
is
one of themost popular restaurants
in town. It’s serene and elegantwith
ahipvibe, anddiningat 1808 is a
pleasure forboth theeyesandpalate
as the “organic color palette” is
simpaticowith theNewAmerican
cuisine fusedwithaglobal twist.
Thebar ishoppingafterwork, filled
with locals and countrymusic exec-
utives brokering thenext bigdeal
(aspiringsingers takenote).Executive
chef CharlesPhillips createsmemorabledishesusing sustainable
seafoodand farm-freshproduce from local growers. A favorite of
the celebrated chef (who showcased his talents this past spring
at theJamesBeardHouse inManhattan) is thepan-searedescolar
with purple sweet-potato puree, roasted corn, and heirloom
tomato salad.
Located inNashville’sGermantownurbandistrict, the aptly
named
GermantownCafé
is apopular spot among locals and
tourists alike. Offering fresh creative cuisine andan
incredible city skylineview, the restaurant’s ambience
ismodernand theprices reasonable.
Be sure toorder the friedgreen tomato sandwich
for lunchand their signatureplumporkmarinated in
mustardand servedwithaplum sauce for dinner. Call
ahead for their popular Sundaybrunch (shrimpand
grits is a crowd favorite and the rolls aredivine).
Formore casual Southern fare, stop inat
Rippy’s
Smokin’ Bar&Grill
forbarbecueand smoked ribs,
cornbread, andpecanpie. LocatedonNashville’sBroad-
way (filledwithhonky-tonks, gift shops, and livemusic
venues), Rippy’s isapopular spot for locals, tourists,
and sports fans that love todineon theopen-air rooftop
patio.Afterdinner,walkacross the
street to famed
TootsiesWorldFamous
OrchidLounge
.VotedNo. 1Honky-Tonk
in theWorld, youcan’tmiss thepurple
buildingwhichhosts live talent each
night.Countrymusic luminariessuchas
KrisKristofferson,WillieNelson, and
WaylonJenningshaveplayedon the
lounge’scozystage.Don’tmiss thephoto-
graphsandmemorabiliaonTootsies’
Wall ofFame.
➤
From top: the chefs at
1808 and their New
Amerian cuisine; the
romantic setting of the
GermantownCafé; Rippy’s
smoked ribs and corn-
bread; TootsiesWorld
Famous Orchid Lounge
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