A drive out to Nolensville brings more than just bucolic views and barbecue: One Southern restaurant that has been making waves in the city’s culinary scene with its spins on meat-and-three dishes for lunch and dinner is now whipping up weekend brunch. Wabash Southern Kitchen, which comes from brothers Taylor and Rankin Clinton, offers a choice between a “thangs and such” smaller bites menu, featuring beignets, biscuits, cinnamon rolls and a breakfast poutine, or a heartier “bigger thangs” menu that includes egg bowls and breakfast burritos. In partnership with Music City Coffee Club, Wabash will also be serving coffee, including a specialty New Orleans-style blend. Grab a plate on weekends from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Henry, a vibey New American restaurant with locations in California, Texas, Colorado, and Arizona, opened its first outpost in Nashville in the pulsing 12 South neighborhood in September. For brunch hour, find dishes like the vegetable-packed Flower Power scramble, huevos rancheros enchiladas speckled with queso Oaxaca, cinnamon swirl French toast topped with whipped cream cheese frosting and an apple and golden raisin caramel, and a classic eggs Benedict, as well as espresso drinks and alcoholic beverages.

A 12 South neighborhood newcomer, Playdate is as fun as its name suggests, offering ample outdoor seating, a boozy brunch menu, and a colorful, adult-sized slide to add to the entertainment. On Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., your brunch date can include a breakfast burrito, avocado toast, or chicken and waffle slider paired with a drunken slushy, espresso martini, or bubbles for the group. Because after a few mimosas, zipping down a slide sounds like a great idea. 

The bright colors and tropical vibes alone at Hillsboro Village’s Bungalow10 make it a foolproof daytime spot. The design caters to Nashville’s high population of bachelor and bachelorette parties, with oversized booths and seating both indoors and outdoors to fit large bunches of brunchers. On Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the menu expands to include flights of breakfast tacos, bacon-infused pancakes, and a flatbread topped with breakfast favorites. Wake yourself up the right way with the addition of an espresso martini flight in four flavors. 

This sleek newcomer at the Hutton Hotel features Art Deco-style design influences from its rounded light fixtures to checkered floor, and offers up a strong brunch slate to match. Dishes include brioche French toast with Bourbon maple syrup, a buttery country ham and cheese sandwich on sourdough, and the requisite biscuits and gravy. On the lighter side, diners can find a simple continental breakfast, caramelized grapefruit, and an earthy chicory Caesar salad. Brunch is served from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekends.

Nashville’s former railroad terminal has received an opulent transition in recent years with the renovation of its 4-star hotel, the addition of a signature fine dining restaurant, and now, the opening of all-day American cafe, The Finch. While the collection of savory starters and filling mains, plus the robust bar program, make it an excellent spot for dinner, the weekend brunch menu adds options like brûléed bananas French toast, chicken and waffles drenched in hot honey, and a vegetable-packed short rib hash. 

Harper’s forever upped Nashville’s steakhouse game when it came to town in August 2023, becoming a fast favorite for special occasions and celebrations among locals and visitors. The long-awaited brunch service launched this June, available on Saturdays only from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The menu will reflect dinnertime with raw bar and steak options, but expands to include eggs and avocado toast, an acai power bowl, and créme brûlée French toast. If you’re visiting Music City with a crowd, large format options include a 40-ounce porterhouse steak and eggs plate and a “brunch bucket list” offering with a chicken and waffles tower, biscuits, fries, and a bottle of bubbles. 

Nashville’s Four Seasons hotel recently announced a brunch service at its Italian-leaning Mimo Restaurant and Bar that’s just as lavish as the hotel setting. Start by sipping fresh juice, tea, or coffee paired with pastries, then pile your plate at the opulent food stations. These include a raw bar, meat carving, Italian cheeses and cold cuts, and a build-your-own pancake area just for kids. The $89-per-adult seating also includes an a la carte order ranging from roasted branzino to smoked salmon and caviar-topped scrambled eggs.