The Diner Nashville

September 28, 2025

My wife, son and I came for breakfast. Let me start out that this is NOT a cook to order restaurant. For example, they can only do scrambled eggs. Having said that, the food was good and, because it is not cook to order, it comes out almost immediately. The toast was thick - no cheap thin white bread - and tasty. My son had the chicken and waffle and he liked it. My wife would have liked eggs over easy tho. I would recommend if you're in downtown Nashville and looking for a place to eat. It's a very interesting multi-level restaurant on six different floors.

October 23, 2025

Coffee was absolutely amazing- check the menu above the bar before sitting because they have some fantastic options and boozy shakes! We had breakfast 2 mornings because the service was great and there wasn't any wait. Excellent food, very fresh and not greasy!

October 19, 2025

I liked the open air seating on the second floor; The friendly service; the atmosphere. The drinks my wife ordered "Steeple Chase" and my Stella. I ordered the salmon with green beans, tarter sauce and rice. My wife ordered the filet with potatoes and asparagus. We also ordered the sweet and sour shrimp appetizer. The shrimp appetizer was la choy sweet and sour sauce over a frozen breaded shrimp. This was simply nasty. It was cold rubbery and tasteless. The sauce was applied like it had gold flakes in it so no help there. The salmon no doubt a frozen product again over cooked more seasoning wouldn't have helped, but would it have hurt? The tarter sauce which has a different name on the menu did add some moisture and some flavor. Did I mention I don't like tarter sauce? The green beans with onions was the best thing on the plate. The rice was probably uncle bens it certainly was not a fresh product and flavorless. My wife's filet was not very flavorful but the highly recommended sauce that the filet was cooked in (?) was awful. The skin on mashed potatoes were very good as was the asparagus. They do add a 3.5% credit card fee so look for that. Pay cash save a few bucks. I really felt bad for the server as I watched the three other tables that received their food but couldn't look the server in the eye and say it was good. But they did say it was good. We did too but I think the server knew. I knew. You could tell by looking at the moved around food on the plate. I really felt bad for the server. if our server reads this I hope you get to a better restaurant soon. You will do well. But look at the finished plate, the shuffled sandwich with the meat picked over and ask or the shrimp app with 4 shrimp left on then ask...did you not like the shrimp? How was your sandwich? I would have told him. Still I think he knew. Bless you.

April 20, 2025

I had a solid brunch experience that I’d definitely recommend to anyone looking for a chill spot to enjoy good food. The atmosphere was laid-back yet lively, perfect for a weekend outing with friends or family. The menu had a nice variety of options, from classic brunch staples to more unique offerings. One standout item for me was definitely the pretzels. They were soft, warm, and perfectly salted on the outside, with a fluffy inside that made them incredibly satisfying. The accompanying dip—whether cheese, mustard, or both—was flavorful and complemented the pretzels perfectly. You could tell they were freshly made, and they had that comforting, homemade feel that elevates a simple dish into something special. Aside from the pretzels, the rest of the meal was well-executed. The service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, and the food came out at just the right pace. Drinks were solid, too—whether you’re into coffee, juice, or brunch cocktails, there’s something for everyone. Overall, it was a great spot that balanced quality, comfort, and a welcoming vibe. If you’re in the area and looking for a dependable brunch place, this one should definitely be on your list. And seriously—don’t skip the pretzels.

November 7, 2025

Perfect spot for a brunch to start the day before heading into Nashville’s downtown music scene. The shrimp grits were exceptional!