Arnold's Country Kitchen

605 8th Ave S, Nashville, Tennessee 37203 USA

3,405 Reviews

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Reasonable

Closed Now

Opens Fri 10:30a

Independent
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Accessible
Public
Restrooms
Outdoor
Seating

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“Soul style cooking”

The best sweet tea, roast beef, turnip greens, string beans, fried green tomatos and more! Incredible rolls. Don't forget some pie, either (may we suggest some Southern Chess pie?)! Arnold's is only open for lunch from M-F- get here early or you may wait in line! Featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives! Plan to arrive early to grab a parking spot in the cracked and busted lot next to Arnold's, a soul-food landmark for more than 2 decades. Be prepared to stand in line and to share a table with strangers too, if you plan to eat your buffet meal on the premises. But don't worry; over fried green tomatoes, barbecued pork, fried chicken, and knee-weakening mashed potatoes, you're always among friends.

Reviewed by
vlad i.

December 09, 2022

The Good: Old school cafeteria with a nostalgic vibe, pleasant bartender, bench seating available. The Not So Good: The saltiest food I can recall eating in my entire life. The chicken &... Read more

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Nate M.

January 06, 2023

I believe this is where the idea of a "meat and three" was created. Sadly, I waited until a few days before they closed their doors to finally visit Arnold's Country Kitchen. This cafeteria has... Read more

Reviewed by
Derrick B.

January 06, 2023

Man. Sad this place is closing and more upset that it took me so long to try this place out. Just overall great southern food at very reasonable prices at $15 for a meat and 3 sides. Truly... Read more

Reviewed by
SandMtnTexan

I was surprised: It actually lives up to the hype. Perfectly seasoned breading for the fried catfish; green beans similar to my late grandmother's; tasty fried chicken livers; etc. If you like meat-and-two places, you won't be disappointed. Read more

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TastingTable

To taste the roots of Nashville, stand in line alongside everyone from executives to glass fitters at the city's most beloved meat and three. Owners Jack and Rose Arnold, who opened the space in 1981, have passed the torch to their son, Kahlil, but the whole family pitches in regularly. Open only for lunch, Arnold's is a classic steam-table cafeteria serving gently spiced collards, mounds of roast beef, fried green tomatoes and cayenne-laced chocolate pie. Read more

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