Bridgestone Arena – Dining

If you’re heading down to Nashville, Tennessee, take advantage of that southern hospitality and down-home cooking during your stay. This city is known for serving up American classics and comfort food, but you can also find some diversity in the cuisines to spice up your stay. The Bridgestone Arena is in the heart of downtown Nashville, so there is no shortage of excellent eateries. With the southern charm, country music, and delicious meals, you’re sure to have a great time exploring the culinary side of Nashville.

 

Pete & Terry’s Tavern

Let’s say you don’t want to leave the Bridgestone Arena to grab a bite to eat. No worries! You can just head on over to Pete & Terry’s Tavern located outside the Nissan SoBro Entrance. This tavern is open for lunch, dinner, and post-game events.

The owners, Pete Weber and Terry Crisp, are big fans of their hockey hometeam, the Nashville Predators, so they’ve designed a menu that is perfect to pair with a game. Though not an extensive menu, you’ll find some unique choices. Try Pete and Terry’s specialties, Pete’s Beef on Weck and Crispy’s Quesadilla Rolls, respectively. For a twist on traditional comfort food, try the Tavern Meatloaf Burger. Want to stick to typical bar foods for a light lunch or post-game snack? Then you’re covered with wings, nachos, and Buffalo chicken dip.

Being a tavern, those of you who are of drinking age can find an array of drinks and draft beers to enjoy. Like many taverns and bars in Nashville, you may even encounter some live entertainment while you visit. Finally, some unique aspects of this tavern are its pet-friendly atmosphere and free parking at the arena from 5 to 10 p.m. on non-event days.

 

Puckett’s Grocery & Restaurant

Serving southern staples and authentic comfort foods, in the heart of Nashville is Puckett’s Grocery & Restaurant. Their history dates back to the ‘50s as a small grocery store, but now, with five restaurants under their belt, their reputation for great local food comes as no surprise. Now, this joint restaurant and music venue is a hot spot for musicians and foodies alike.

Located less than half a mile from Bridgestone Arena, you can stop at Puckett’s for down-home cooking at breakfast, lunch, or dinner. For breakfast, stop in for skillets, build your own omelets, or pancakes. On weekends, you will find a breakfast buffet. If you’re stopping in for lunch, the menu contains salads, soups, and sandwiches from BLTs to sliders. The dinner menu includes traditional, southern barbecue and smoked dishes, such as baby back ribs, brisket, and sirloin. There’s sure to be something you’ll enjoy. And be sure to save room for dessert!

 

NashHouse Southern Spoon and Saloon

Quality food, sports, and live music. Look no further because the NashHouse Southern Spoon and Saloon has you covered. Whether you’re having breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a late night meal, you’ll find creative southern dishes here. From eggs, pancakes, and avocado toast in the mornings to shrimp and grits, fried chicken, and pork shank at night, you’ll find traditional southern meals. If you’re feeling adventurous, try their pickle flight, spoon fries, or cornmeal catfish.

NashHouse doesn’t do anything small either! They have a huge stage for live music and a 15-foot video wall to watch the big games. There’s a huge selection to choose from when it comes to drinks as well. Barrels, vines, beers, or cocktails, you’ll find something to quench your thirst. It’s only a four-minute walk from the Bridgestone Arena.

 

The Well Coffeehouse

With raving reviews, The Well Coffeehouse is a must-stop shop for coffee addicts. But it isn’t just the outstanding cup of joe that makes this coffeehouse a great place to visit. It’s their mission. When you buy from The Well, they donate that money to people in need in their community and globally. They’ve given over 23 wells of fresh, clean water to those around the world who don’t easily have access to drinking water. With every sip, you contribute to their positive outreach. So, take a six-minute walk and come in for breakfast or lunch to healthy enjoy food, seasonal drinks, coffee, and espresso.

 

Oscar’s Taco Shop

Though not the original Cotijas Taco Shop, Nashville’s Oscar’s Taco Shop was able to open because of the Ruiz family’s dedication to a dream. If you are looking to take a break from southern eats and grab some Mexican cuisine, stop by Oscar’s Taco Shop for fresh, amazing food at great prices. It’s under half a mile from Bridgestone Arena.

The menu contains Mexican classics, including tacos, nachos, burritos, enchiladas, tostadas, fajitas, and more. If you’re on the go, you can even order online for immediate pickup or schedule a pickup time.

 

Nashville Best Food Trucks

Don’t miss out on exploring Deaderick Street on Thursdays 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., especially if you are a food truck enthusiast. Every Thursday, from 4th Avenue North to 5th Avenue North, Deaderick Street shuts down for traffic and opens Nashville Best Food Trucks.

The cuisine categories include barbecue, comfort food, burgers and sandwiches, international cuisine, and desserts. Everyone is bound to find something they will enjoy with just over 40 trucks from which to choose. It’s just a ten-minute walk from Bridgestone Arena to food truck paradise.