By Olivia Davidson | September 2026
Take a Trip Across the Pond
No expensive airfare required.
Need a vacation but not the flight price? Luckily, Nashville has plenty of places that can make you feel like you’ve landed in Europe, at least for a meal or a round of drinks. From British pubs and French bistros to Italian gelato and German beer halls, here are a few spots where you can get a little taste of Europe without leaving Middle Tennessee.
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UNITED KINGDOM
Pie Town / SoBro
For British pub culture with a side of Nashville views, head to Fogg Street Lawn Club. The British-inspired restaurant doubles as a Premier League soccer pub and the official pub of Nashville SC, with rooftop lawn bowling and a rooftop concert series to top it off.
Photo: Fogg Street Lawn Club Facebook
Printer's Alley
Fleet Street Pub was designed to feel like the kind of neighborhood pub its original owners fell in love with while traveling abroad. Expect British rock, draught beers from the U.K., Scotch whisky, darts, football matches, books, board games, and plenty of cozy spots to practice the slower-paced European lifestyle.
Photo: Downtown Nashville Partnership
The Gulch
If fish and chips are your idea of comfort food, add The Pub Nashville to the top of your list. This British-style pub is known for its award-winning fish and chips (best in the U.S.), wide selection of beer and spirits, signature cocktails, and warm atmosphere.
Photo: The Pub Nashville Facebook
IRELAND
South Nashville
The Lost Paddy brings the spirit of an Irish neighborhood pub to Music City. It’s a go-to spot for rugby and soccer matches, traditional Irish dishes, modern pub favorites, and a generous selection of beers, whiskeys, and cocktails.
Photo: The Lost Paddy Facebook
Donelson
Located in historic Donelson, McNamara’s pairs authentic Irish food with live Irish music and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Stop by for classic Gaelic tavern fare, then stay for the whiskeys, beers, and upstairs lounge.
Photo: McNamara's Irish Pub & Restaurant Facebook
ITALY
Midtown
Lola’s European Cafe serves gelato rooted in Italian tradition alongside cheese boards, wine, and after-dinner cocktails. The charming interior completes the European escape, and speaking from personal experience, the chocolate martini is life-changing. Do with that information what you will.
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Edgehill
Tucked away on Villa Place, Bella Napoli serves wood-fired pizzas, wine and spirits in a polished exposed-brick space. Grab a fresh pizza and a glass of pinot, then settle into the outdoor courtyard for the full Italian-inspired experience.
Photo: Bella Napoli Facebook
Sylvan Park, Murfreesboro
PennePazze is all about fresh, homemade Italian food, from signature pastas to Roman-style pinsas. Everything is made from scratch with recipes and traditions passed down through generations, so a meal here genuinely feels like pulling up a chair at a big family table.
Photo: Pennepazze
FRANCE
Franklin, Berry Hill, Cheekwood, Wedgewood Houston
Perenn is a bakery, cafe, and grocery (WeHo) centered around daily rituals, thoughtful food, and community. Its breads, pastries, and beautifully designed space bring a little European cafe magic to an everyday coffee or lunch run.
Photo: Perenn facebook
Sylvan Park
Part floral shop and part soirée-ready bar, Pont Neuf pairs Amelia’s Flowers bouquets with flower-inspired cocktails, spritzes, wine, beer, and light bites. The concept was inspired by its (adorable) owners’ wedding near the Pont Neuf bridge in Paris, bringing a romantic little slice of the City of Light to L&L Market.
Photo: Pont Neuf Instagram
Wedgewood Houston
Pastis brings classic French bistro style to Wedgewood-Houston with onion soup, escargots, regional specialties, and plenty of wine. Its curved zinc bar, subway tiles, vintage mirrors, mosaic floor, and romantic patio make the space feel like it was transported straight from Paris.
Photo: Pastis Facebook
GERMANY
Germantown
Inspired by Oktoberfest, Von Elrod’s combines the communal feel of a German beer hall with an in-house butchery, bakery, wood grill, and smoker. With dozens of taps, house-made sausages, smoked meats, gigantic pretzels, and long tables made for gathering, it’s an easy Germantown stop when a European beer garden is calling your name.
Photo: Von Elrod's Facebook
Opryland
At Bavarian Bierhaus, it’s Oktoberfest every day! The lively beer hall serves classic Bavarian dishes like schnitzel, bratwurst, and house-baked pretzels alongside imported German beers, frequent live music, and plenty of festive decor.
Photo: Bavarian Bierhaus Facebook
SPAIN
The Gulch
The Iberian Pig pairs modern Spanish tapas with the warm, communal atmosphere that makes sharing plates so fun. The menu draws inspiration from the Iberian Peninsula, with creative tapas, cured meats, cheeses, sangria, regional wines, and, of course, Jamón Ibérico.
Photo: The Iberian Pig Facebook
Edgehill
Barcelona Wine Bar is an intimate, lively tapas spot inspired by Spanish culture. Its ever-changing menu features seasonal small plates, paella, and Mediterranean flavors, paired with cocktails and an extensive selection of Spanish wines. You may also spot a porrón making the rounds, a traditional Catalan glass pitcher designed for pouring wine directly into your mouth from a distance. Open wide!
Photo: Barcelona Wine Bar
GREECE
Edgehill
Sadie’s Nashville blends Mediterranean flavors with Southern style in a space that feels perfectly curated, yet welcoming. Gather the girls (or guys tbh) for brunch or happy hour and enjoy shareable mezze, fresh seafood, vegetarian-friendly dishes, original cocktails, and artisanal macarons inside or on the patio.
Photo: Sadie's Nashville Facebook
Wedgewood Houston
Aba channels a year-round Mediterranean summer with a stylish setting, inventive dishes, and a drink list highlighting spirits and rare wines from under-the-radar regions. Come hungry for favorites like whipped feta and hot honey halloumi, then save room for a frozen lemon meringue bar.
Photo: Aba
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