CAFE ROZE. This stylish all-day cafe comes to you courtesy of New York City chef Julia Jaksic (Jack's Wife Freda). Julia — who was featured in TCR earlier this year — crafted Cafe Roze to be a  place where she could serve up her dream menu while having regular face-to-face interaction with her customers. We recommend stopping in for an Avocado Shake or the Farro Salad, starring charred green beans. TIP: This is one of the city’s most romantic dinnertime date spots, perhaps because everyone looks like a million bucks in Roze’s after-dark lighting. (East Nashville) #CallawayClient

MAS TACOS. The line sometimes trails all the way across the parking lot of the cinderblock building that houses this local institution. But don’t let that scare you. Wait your turn and step right up to the carry-out window to order up a bowl of the best chicken tortilla soup in town, accompanied by one (or more) of Teresa Mason’s tacos on the side. The little flour cradles of goodness that come out of her small kitchen are easily the best three dollars you’ll spend all week (Libby’s two faves: the pork and avocado) Ridiculously addictive. TIP: Mas only takes cash. Never fear: there's an ATM onsite for those who brought a thin appetite but a thin wallet. (East Nashville) 

CREMA. Despite all the caffeine being doled out, the vibe at Crema is consistently cool and calm. Owners Ben and Rachel Lehman run a tight ship, at both their flagship and their newly redecorated spot inside Pinewood Social. The former also hosts coffee-centric educational programs that consistently sell out. (Downtown)

RARE BIRD. Located on the roof of our beloved Noelle, Rare Bird is easily the chicest rooftop hangout in downtown Nashville, with incredible views of East Nashville from 13 floors up. The design is modern but comfortable, featuring pieces by local makers and designers including textile artist Andra Eggleston, all commissioned by architect Nick Dryden. #CallawayClient (Downtown) 

BAR OTAKU | OTAKU RAMEN. Nashville can blame at least part of its current ramen obsession on our pal (and TCR subject) Sarah Gavigan, a self-taught chef who hosted dinners in her home before taking her mad skillz public with Otaku Ramen in 2015. Earlier this year, on the heels of her first cookbook, Sarah’s Japanese empire expanded with the debut of Bar Otaku, a casual izakaya hangout where the Sapporo is cold and the yakimono is hot. TCR TIP: East Siders can get their Tennessee Tonkotsu fix at Otaku’s take-out location on Gallatin Pike. (The Gulch)

KETTNER COFFEE SUPPLY. Our good buddy Hannah Schneider opened this sassy little coffee shop in early 2019, where she serves beans from NYC’s Coffee Integral, pastries from Nation’s Village Bakery and soft-serve made in house. The best part, though, is the branding — not surprising, considering that marketing is Hannah’s day job. Cups boast breezy illustrations with quips like “High standards, low morals,” while the slightly naughty ice cream cups tease “I dare you to lick it.” TCR TIP: Enjoy your coffee while checking out the collection at The Bookshop, which is connected to the cafe. (EAST NASHVILLE)

BARISTA PARLOR. There are three Barista Parlors in town, each space more vibrant than the last, thanks to the creative collaboration by BP owner Andy Mumma and his buddy, artist Bryce McCloud, (read more about them on TCR!) with the décor in each representing a different form of travel: on sea (East Nashville), air (The Gulch) and land (Germantown). As far as coffee goes, BP serves beans from their in-house roaster, located inside their Gulch location. On certain AMs, a Daredevil pour-over is the only thing that can give us the will to live. TIP: Team Callaway’s Katy is the number-one fan of BP’s breakfast burrito. Don’t miss it!

ROLF & DAUGHTERS. This North Nashville restaurant has gotten big love from just about every food publication of note, and for good reason. Chef Phillip Krajeck’s menu reads as both inventive and familiar at the same time (the pastas are the stuff that carb-loading dreams are made of). RAD frequently hosts events with visiting chefs. (Germantown)

BASTION. Another Josh Habiger/Strategic Hospitality joint, this casual bar is playful and laid back without being sloppy. There are bleachers built into the walls, lo-fi bar games, shots and frozen drinks on the menu, and a kitchen that serves only (incredible) nachos - in short, a 180 from the environment these guys created at Catbird Seat across town. (Wedgewood Houston)

DOZEN BAKERY. Neighborhood canteen or Nashville’s equivalent of Grand Central Station? We haven’t decided. All we know is that inevitably, we run into at least, well, a dozen folks we know every visit. Come for the social scene but stay for the simple but flavorful food. We like to drop by midday for a suite of fresh salads, followed by a cup of Crema coffee and one of the city’s most perfect cookies as a to-go treat. (Wedgewood-Houston) 

STAY GOLDEN. There are two locations of this roastery/cafe/restaurant, the latest success story from a crew of coffee culture leaders who have a history at some of Nashville’s most influential java companies (. The East Side location is their newest baby: playful in color and contemporary in design (good work, Team Powell!), it offers a full food menu and cocktails, both with and without the caffeinated stuff.TCR TIP: Chow-wise, we’re fans of the shakshuka, made with Dozen bread — a terrific breakfast-at-any-time option. Matchless coffee soda created at Steadfast (Berry Hill & East Nashville)

PROPER BAGEL. All praise Heather Speranza: Nashville finally has good bagels! The New York City fashion industry expat opened this nifty little Belmont Boulevard hotspot in early 2016, ensuring that Middle Tennessee never again has to suffer without access to “proper” bagels. With 16 rotating flavors of cream cheese, a full bakery (homemade pop-tarts!), and an incredible variety of breakfast and lunch sandwiches, there’s no wonder there’s always a line out the door. Take our word for it: Proper’s worth the wait. (BELMONT)

MAKEREADY LIBATIONS & LIBERATION. There are dining options throughout Noelle. But it’s the hotel’s main restaurant, located on Printers Alley, where visitors can get a 360-degree experience that melds a distinctive menu with Noelle’s art dynamic programming, led by Bryce McCloud of Isle of Printing (and, yes, TCR). To wit: the silhouettes on the main wall are of Nashvillians, made during an I-draw-you-you-draw-me event Bryce hosted at the restaurant’s opening. TIP: In a downtown with shockingly few wonderful lunch options, this is a solid choice. (Downtown)

HENRIETTA RED. Nashville is on an oyster kick lately - and Chef Julia Sullivan's lovely news Germantown digs are home to some of the best in town. (Order the ones doused in green curry. You're welcome.) The space is beautiful and welcoming - at once airy and intimate, shadowy and bright. And friendly, too: I'm looking forward to tucking into a meal at the bar solo soon. (Germantown)

MARGOT. A decade before Nashville became an international foodie destination, chef Margot McCormack was here, doing her brilliant Mediterranean bistro thing in East Nashville’s Five Points. Sunday brunches are especially packed; if you don't remember to call ahead for a rezzie, get there at 11 AM sharp to score a table or seat at the bar. (East Nashville)

JOSEPHINE. Yes, it's a real cluster to get in and out of the 12th Avenue South area. But a meal at Josephine is most definitely worth a few frazzled nerves. Chef Andrew Little's menu is elegant but satisfying, with comfort dishes like steak and spaetzel, as well as some amazing vegetables (the Brussels sprouts are insane). It's really great for weekend brunch. (12South)

FOX BAR & COCKTAIL CLUB. Gallatin Pike has experienced a cocktail bar renaissance over the last few years, with this Art Deco specimen presenting as an unusually fine example. Give it up to the amazing mixologists and their exceptional cocktails (try the Thai Mule, trust us). Heads up: the seating at the bar is limited, but the short waits are worth it. (East Nashville) 

CHAUHAN | TANSUO | MOCKINGBIRD. TV-genic chef Maneet Chauhan’s multi-cultural culinary influence defines this North Gulch trifecta, where you can eat around the world within the confines of a city block in the quickly expanding North Gulch. Chauhan Ale & Masala house matches Indian fare with trad dishes from the American South. Next door at Tansuo, the menu is Chinese. Walk a few feet further and you’ll land at Mockingbird, a “global diner” where the mix skews from Mexican to French to Korean. TCR TEAM PICK: India’s all about the Kale Pakora Chaat, featuring crunchy spicy garbanzo beans. (THE GULCH)

PINEWOOD SOCIAL. Come for the food – new takes on old-fashioned comfort food (the burger = beyond) – and stay for the shuffleboard. And the wading pool. And — most of all — the bowling alley. There are six lanes in the back of this expansive hang out, as well as a private karaoke bar and a huge central bar. Despite the delightful distractions, it’s a great place to have a casual meeting: the front portion of Pinewood operates like a much chicer WeWork during the day, filled with freelancers on computers (there are outlets!) and small sitting vignettes for meetings . TIP: Grab a cup of Crema to go: the local roaster has an in-house location near the entrance. (Downtown)

CITY HOUSE. Request a stool at the counter in front of the kitchen to supervise chef Tandy Wilson’s crew as they crack a fresh egg in the middle of your pork belly pizza before sliding it into the enormous fire oven. Or get a table and tuck in for CH's beloved Sunday Supper, when each week the kitchen goes rogue and ditches the regular menu in favor of a list of delicious one-offs, including a whole section devoted to pork treats. (Germantown)

FOLK. Pizza is the name of the game at the “second child” of Rolf & Daughters maestro Philip Krajeck. But the dominance of perfectly-appointed and baked discs of dough should in no way excuse you from trying the insanely tasty seasonal veggies and sides. The stylish, airy space is notable for being both expansive and intimate. Look for the “target” art by TC’s good pal, Alex Lockwood. (Cleveland Park) 

GEIST. Although it opened in 2018, this historical restaurant and bar is set in a circa-1900 brick blacksmith shop. Geist excels at homemade pasta and exceptional desserts in an equally exceptional setting: the dining room is furnished with handcrafted furniture and accessories commissioned from local Nashville artisans. (Germantown) 

ARNOLD’S. For the uninitiated (aka Yankees), a meat-and-three is a traditional Southern cafeteria where diners construct meals of one meat (think catfish or chicken fried steak) and three vegetables, ranging from collard greens to mac & cheese (only in the South, folks). Arnold’s has been doing their thing for over 30 years, drawing everyone from downtown power brokers (hello, Mr. Mayor!) to regular Joes to its unfussy cinder-block digs. Grab a red tray and get in line. TCR TIP: Always save room for dessert: the banana pudding is to die for. (The Gulch)

STATESIDE KITCHEN. Equal parts atmospheric (the gorgeous Gehry-esque glass atrium was designed by Meyer Davis Studio, an NYC agency with Nashville roots) and delicious (DO NOT miss The Chop, a 22 oz. bone-in Kurobuta pork chop), this brasserie-style restaurant on the street level of Dream Nashville leans hard on locally sourced ingredients and imaginative presentation. The menu is diverse in a pleasantly straight-forward way: you can eat there every day of the week and never have the same experience twice. We're all about the giant prawn roll and other sushi offerings.

THIRD MAN RECORDS. Jack White fans will be in hog heaven in the shop of this primary-colored rock clubhouse, which also features a company distribution center and public performance space (TMR offices in the back are off-limites). Don’t leave without buying a single from the in-house lable, which has recorded everyone from Courtney Barnett to Tom Jones, not to mention the Insane Clown Posse. (Pie Town)

ROBERT’S WESTERN WORLD. This Lower Broadway institution is open during the day, but it really comes alive at night, when the PBR is as cheap and cold and as the crowd is sweaty and hot. And yes, ordering a fried bologna sandwich at 2 am is always a good idea. (Lower Broadway)

ELEPHANT GALLERY. Strange, colorful and refreshingly untethered to our city’s conventional art scene - not to mention a former TCR subject - Elephant is a magical place. It’s also easily the most prolifically creative building in Nashville: the gallery is more or less the front for a building full of artists curated by landlord and Elephant mastermind, Alex Lockwood. In the mix: Marbles designer Ellie Caudill, Jessica Cheatham of Salt Ceramics and sculptural artist Brett Douglas Hunter. (North Nashville) 

THE RYMAN AUDITORIUM. Dolly Parton. Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds. REM. Gillian Welch. The National. Over the years, we’ve been fortunate enough to enjoy performances by them all seated in the wooden pews of the Mother Church of Country Music. And yes, the acoustics really are as awesome as folks say they are. (Downtown)

ISLE OF PRINTING. Artist Bryce McCloud is a beloved and respected pillar of the local creative community — and not only because he's a kick-ass artist with a seemingly endless amount of energy and a limitless imagination. The love folks have for him and his team at Isle of Printing comes from their choice to pursue projects that encourage communication and stir compassion. (See: the Our Town project.) Featured on The Callaway Report. (The Gulch)

THE 5 SPOT. Sure, it’s cool that Lady Gaga chose this grungy East Side institution as the local stop on her national dive bar tour. But what’s even cooler is that later, after the crowd of lookie-loos dispersed, she came back, alone, to have a beer at the bar with the regs. It’s that kind of place. While you should expect the unexpected (e.g., Pavement showing up to jam), you can always depend on the 5S to have excellent up-and-comers on tap. TCR TIP: The Monday Night Dance parties are legend, with themes ranging from Motown to Eighties. (East Nashville)

THE HERMITAGE. Elegance, thy name is Hermitage, the overnight choice for VIPs and other luxury-driven folks. Even if you’re not booked in one of the rooms, you can get a great feel of the place having dinner at the Capital Grille or a bourbon at the famed Oak Bar. Hit the men’s room on the way out. Trust us. (Downtown)

THOMPSON HOTEL. Say what you will about the Gulch - and most people we know have an opinion about the developing neighborhood of metal and glass on the west side of downtown. The Thompson has been an elegant addition to the area’s mix of upscale apartments, restaurants and retailers. The incredibly popular rooftop bar, L.A. Jackson, serves as a beacon for upwardly mobile young Nashvillians looking for a cool hang out spot with a great view. (The Gulch)

URBAN COWBOY. Save for some killer AirBnBs, East Nashville has long suffered from a dearth of charming overnight accommodations. Enter UC, the southern outpost of the popular Brooklyn b&b, located in a stately Queen Anne manse conveniently kitty-corner from the fabulous Lockland Table. Owner Lyon Porter aims to open in early March. (East Nashville)

NOELLE . Besides being The Callaway’s signature hotel project, Noelle is downtown Nashville’s Art Deco star. The current iteration of the hotel opened in 2017 and features loads of cool amenities, including a rooftop bar (Rare Bird), restaurant (Makeready), a grand lobby (Trade Room), a coffee shop (Drug Store Coffee) and a store (Keep Shop), curated by yours truly. Pick up a copy of the in-house newspaper, The Line — edited by The Callaway. #CallawayClient (Downtown) 

TENURE CERAMICS. TCR subject John Donovan worked as a college professor for almost two decades before leaving academia to pursue his passion project full-time. John’s first commercial client for his tableware was City House; today, he provides ceramics for local restaurants including Bastion and Makeready Libations & Liberation. The rest of us can shop for plates and serving pieces on his website. 

CERI HOOVER. Ceri Hoover entered the fashion world in 2013, with no formal training, but armed with great ideas for handbag designs and an unwavering devotion to American manufacturing. Today, all Ceri Hoover bags and shoes are designed in Nashville and made in Los Angeles. The best place to buy the collection - and to get the full-on Ceri Hoover Experience, including designer collaborations and highly edited selections of apparel - is in her namesake flagship, located on buzzy 12th Avenue South. (12South) 

JAMIE + THE JONES. TCR has a soft spot for Jamie Frazier and Hannah Jones, the two BFFs who started J+TJ when they were seniors at O'More College of Design - the same year that the two longhaired lovelies did their joint internship with us. Their designs are notable for being tactile and, in many cases, hand-marbled. Their Nashville-made separates are sold locally in East Nashville at Sisters of Nature and Two Son.  (East Nashville) 

HEY ROOSTER. Courtney Webb provides independent minded Nashvillians with beloved home provisions they never knew they couldn’t live without. Especially appealing: artisan pantry and apothecary provisions from near (Handy Dandy, Golden Apothecary) and far (Brooklyn’s Claudia Pearson, Austin’s Wildsam). (Hillsboro Village)

KEEP SHOP. The number of talented designer, artists and makers (pardon the overused term) doing great work in Nashville today is mind-boggling. Keep Shop’s mission is to provide the best of them with a platform. Curated by our own Libby Callaway, the store features apparel, beauty, home goods and artist exclusives. Located in the lobby of Noelle, it often holds special events to celebrate local collaborations and trunk shows. #CallawayClient (Downtown)

FLWR Shop

The East Side has been a more beautiful (and fragrant) place since Alex Vaughan and Quinn Kiesow opened their gorgeously moody floral paradise in a Victoran manse near Five Points. FLWR delivers, but you really want to stop by in person to experience the atmosphere, where exotic potted plants share space with a brilliant DIY bouquet station. TCR TIP: This is our go-to for a quick hostess gifts: cellophane wrapped bouquets from Kroger don’t stand a chance next to a FLWR Shop succulent in a gorgeous container. (East Nashville)

CLARY COLLECTION. Jen Auerbach and Adriel Denae are the brain trust behind this small-batch skincare collection. Made entirely in Nashville – in Jen’s backyard barn, no less! – Clary uses custom blends of 100% organic oils to make products including a soothing Clary Balm and the divine smelling Renew & Repair Oil, which is a truly magical potion we use from top to toe. (Select Local Boutiques) 

ONA REX. Designed by O’More College of Design alumnae Ashley Balding, this Nashville-based womenswear company is known for styles that are both bold and utilitarian, not to mention colorful: think acidic lilac and neon orange. Known for her frequent visual collaborations with photographer (and TCR subject) Brett Warren, Ashley is the recipient of the Nashville Fashion Alliance’s 2017 Womenswear Designer of the Year award. (Select Local Boutiques)

HAN STARNES. There is nothing fussy about designer Han Starnes' wonderful women's wear, sewn from specially-made textiles and hand-knits. Last year, Han moved from a shared work space in Germantown to a backyard studio at her home in East Nashville. There, she and a small team fill orders for an international roster of small boutiques and an online clientele who look to her for comfortable, chic separates that are designed to last a very long time. (East Nashville) 

WILDER. The aesthetic topography of Nashville was changed notably with the 2014 arrival of Josh and Ivy Elrod, a pair of New York creative, now based here, in Josh’s hometown. Come for contemporary homeware, fragrances, custom furniture, art and textiles (including pillows by Electra Eggleston) – and stay for one of the couple’s great parties. Featured on The Callaway Report. (Germantown)

POPPY & MONROE. Founders and TCR subjects Karen Kops and Sherri Coates opened this perky house of natural beauty north of downtown after becoming passionate about wellness and green beauty. Today, P&M is one of the city’s best resources for natural and eco-friendly products and services — their famous no-water mani-pedis use non-toxic 5-free polishes. (Germantown)

ATELIERSAVAS. TCR subject and Alabama native Savannah Yarborough runs her bespoke leather design business out of a sexy, velvet-lined atelier near Third Man Records -- fitting, as Savas often caters to major rock stars. Non-famous folks are also welcomed to stop by and design their forever dream jacket with Savannah, a graduate of London’s prestigious Central Saint Martins and former menswear designer for Billy Reid. (The Gulch)

NEW HAT. Many of the coolest rooms in Nashville share a common factor: their walls are covered in paper by New Hat. Founded by artists Kelly Diehl and Elizabeth Williams, the quirky wall-covering company has created custom projects for the likes of Lemon Laine, Henrietta Red, and Makeready Libations & Liberation: you’ll definitely want to take a peek inside the women’s room next time you’re having dinner. #CallawayClient (Select Local Boutiques)

EMIL ERWIN. Emil Erwin is not a person. Emil Congdon, however, is. He and his wife Leslie run this high-end leather goods company, which came to national attention  when it nabbed G&G's Made in the South award in 2010, the same year the company's collaboration with Imogene + Willie hit J. Crew stores. Today, Emil produces his bags, belts and home goods out of a white, minimalist studio/boutique. (North Nashville)  

HIGH CLASS HILLBILLY. Nikki Lane, Americana’s most fetching chanteuse, spends free time on tour hitting up antique stores for vintage scores. Her taste is distinctive – and right on target for anyone looking to add fringed and  spangled Western wear or a perfectly worn-in moto jacket to their closet arsenal. (Inglewood)

HIGH GARDEN. You can buy pre-mixed tea bags sold in hand-lettered brown paper bags or have the team mix up something for what ails you. If you need any proof that the brews and tinctures here work, just take a look at owners Joel and Leah Larabell’s glowing skin and sparkling eyes. (East Nashville)

LEMON LAINE. Instagrammers flock to owner Laura Lemon’s beauty boutique for its photogenic New Hat wallpaper and Beyonce quotes painted on the walls. But true-blue natural beauty fans know that the view here is exceeded by the selection of well-known brands on the shelves (Goop, Tata Harper, Vintner’s Daughter, et al), not to mention the custom oil bar and excellent educational programming. #CallawayClient (East Nashville)

AMANDA VALENTINE. Amanda Valentine may be Nashville’s best-known fashion designer and she’s certainly one of it’s most beloved. A two-time star of Project Runway, she’s widely known for designing graphic, contemporary womenswear in easy fabrics and bold colors. Her East Nash studio isn’t open to the public, but you can always shop her stocked website. (amandavalentine.com/shop)

SALT CERAMICS. One of the many artists working out of TCR subject Alex Lockwood’s 1411 Buchanan Street creative space, ceramicist Jess Cheatham specializes in practical shapes finished in a soothing neutral palate. In just a few short years, her work has garnered the attention of Rolf & Daughters, Cafe Roze and Noelle, which have all commissioned custom projects. (Select Local Boutiques) (North Nashville)

ELIZABETH SUZANN. Just three years ago, Elizabeth Pape was sewing her sophisticated women's wear, made from high-quality all-natural fabrics like silk and line, out of her guest bedroom. Today, she has a staff of 15 that operates out of a 10,000-square-foot production studio/showroom in South Nashville and has a worldwide following. The company is undisputedly one of local fashion's great success stories. (South Nashville) 

IMOGENE + WILLIE. The popular scope of Nashville’s fashion offerings stopped at Western boots and cowboy hats before this denim company came to town five years ago. Go to the flagship for terrific blue jeans as well as legendary backyard parties featuring excellent live music: more than one Grammy winner has played Supper & Song. (12South)

WHITE'S MERCANTILE. Holly Williams is more than just country music royalty (perhaps you’ve heard of her father and grandfather, Hank Jr. and Sr.?). She’s a Nashville retail pioneer. The local women’s boutique, H. Audrey was already on the singer-songwriter’s resume when she opened White's, a general store concept that extends Holly’s vision to include men’s and kid’s wear, home goods and beauty. (12South)

BLACK BY MARIA SILVER. Rock-and-roll is a major inspiration for womenswear designer Maria “Poni” Silver. Makes sense, considering that she moonlights as a drummer in bands like The Ettes and Kings of the F*ing Sea. Her eastside boutique is a treasure trove for bohemian designs ranging from bias-cut slip dresses to patchwork bomber jackets. (East Nashville)