All the Things to Do in the Gulch Nashville

It’s no secret to anyone that downtown Nashville has been put on the map. Over the past few years, the Nashville downtown area has not only been home to country and live music but also some incredible food, shopping, and experiences.

Two neighborhoods that are close to downtown and known for their murals, restaurants, and more in 12th Ave. S and the Gulch Nashville. There are so many things to explore, drink, and take photos of, I thought I’d take some time today to show you all of the places in the Gulch Nashville and off of Division Street. Nashville is a city that’s meant to be explored so let me be your guide!

All the Things to Do in the Gulch Nashville

The Gulch Nashville Restaurants

I don’t know about you but when I travel somewhere new, I don’t want a chain restaurant that I can’t find at home. The Gulch is packed with restaurants ranging from sushi to pizza, burgers, and more! All of these places are within walking distance so you can eat, shop, and look at murals as you wander the Gulch.

Adele’s ($$$ // Traditional American Cuisine)
Bar Louie ($$ // Traditional American Cuisine)
Biscuit Love ($$ // Breakfast)
Burger Republic ($$ // Burgers)
Carne Mare ($$$ // Steakhouse)
Chauhan Ale and Masala House ($$ // Indian Cuisine)
Cledis Burgers & Beer ($$ // Burgers)
The Co-Op Fros e & Eatery ($$ // Salads)
Craig’s ($$$ // American Cuisine)
Del Frisco’s ($$$ // Steakhouse)
The Dutch ($$$ // New American Cuisine)
E+ROSE ($$ // Juice Bar)
Emmy Squared ($$ // Pizza)
Five Daughters Bakery ($ // Bakery)
Goodfellas Pizzeria ($$ // Pizza)
The Gumbo Bros ($$ // Cajun & Creole)
Juice Bar ($ // Juice Bar)
Kayne Prime ($$$ // Steakhouse)
Love’s Alibi ($$ // Cocktail Bar)
Luogo ($$$ // Italian)
Marsh House ($$$ // Seafood)
Milk & Honey ($$ // Breakfast)
Mockingbird ($$ // New American Cuisine)
Neighbors ($$ // Sports Bar)
Otaku Ramen ($$ // Ramen)
Peg Leg Porker ($$ // BBQ)
Potbelly Sandwich Shop ($ // Sandwich Shop)
The Pub ($$ // Pub)
Saint Anejo ($$ // Mexican)
STK ($$$ // Steakhouse)
St. Vito Focacceria ($$ // Italian)
Sweetgreen ($$ // Salad Bar)
Sunda ($$ // Sushi)
Superica ($$ // Tex Mex)
Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe ($$ // Mediterranean Cuisine)
V Modern Italian ($$ // Italian)
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream ($$ // ice cream)
Virago ($$$ // Sushi)
The 404 Kitchen ($$ // New American Cuisine)

Where to Stay

There are a ton of hotels in Nashville and you can’t go wrong with any of them. However, if you look through the Gulch area and decide you’d like to stay in this part of town there are a few hotels! Plus if you want to go to East Nashville, Broadway, or 12 South, you’re a short Uber/Lyft drive away.

Where to Shop

I’m a girl that LOVES to shop. You’ll find a few brands you recognize below but I encourage you do to some local shopping!

Anthropologie (women’s clothing store)
Aviator Nation (women’s clothing store)
Blush Boutique (women’s clothing store)
Brilliant Earth (jewelry store)
Design Within Reach (furniture store)
e. Allen (women’s clothing store)
Finnleys (women’s clothing store)
Kittenish (women’s clothing store)
Lucchese (shoe/boot store)
Lululemon (sportswear store)
Parachute Home (home decor store)
Parish (women’s clothing store)
Patagonia (sportswear store)
Rustler Hat Co. (hat shop)
Rye 51 (men’s clothing store)
Uncommon James (jewelry store)
Urban Outfitters (clothing & fashion)

Things to Do

If you like to do something out of the normal travel box, the Gulch also has some fun places for experiences!

Pins Mechanical Company (Bowling Alley/Arcade)
Face Foundrie (facial)
Lash Out Nashville (lashes, spray tans, hydra facials)
Paddywax Candle Bar (make your own candle)
Station Inn (live music)
Rudy’s Jazz Room (live music)
Mural walk

Where to Exercise

While you’ll be doing plenty of walking in the Gulch, sometimes it feels good to hit a workout class! There are plenty of options to get your fitness on.