Three Things In Nashville Not to Miss This Month
- Chattanooga Dining Guide: You only have to look as far as the latest list of Michelin honorees for the American South to confirm that Nashville is an excellent dining destination. But occasionally, you might want to expand your horizons with a culinary road trip. Chattanooga is a fine option, not only for its roster of restaurants but also because of the time zone difference that allows visitors to grab an early dinner and gain an hour driving back home before the babysitter needs to clock out. Standouts in The ‘Noog include Easy Bistro & Bar for seafood and classic Southern fare, handmade pastas at Alleia, the full modern izakaya experience courtesy of Two Ten Jack, and the elegant continental cuisine of St John’s.
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January at January: Speaking of the Michelin awards, the international restaurant rating organization bestowed a rare Green Star to January, the flagship restaurant of the luxury Southall Farm & Inn. Said star is reserved for restaurants that pay meticulous attention to eco-conscious practices and ethical considerations. January grows much of its own produce on-site, while focusing on biodiversity by preserving heritage seed varieties. The restaurant also strives for zero-waste status by eliminating single-use plastic bottles and maintaining a robust recycling program.
- Last Call at Margot: Beloved East Nashville bistro Margot Café & Bar recently announced that the restaurant would serve its last plate on June 5, 2026, almost exactly 25 years after opening in a converted service station in Five Points. In 2001, fine-dining options were almost nonexistent on the east side, and chef/owner Margot McCormack made a bold bet on the growing community. Many of the city’s best young chefs came up through her kitchen, and the family tree of Nashville culinary talent certainly would have to feature McCormack on the very highest branches. Long before farm-to-table was a trend, the menus at Margot changed nightly depending on the freshest seasonal produce that came through the back door of the kitchen. Reservations will be tougher to get as the closing date approaches, so don’t wait six months for your last supper, so to speak — book now.
New to the Hit List (Jan. 2026)
Culaccino Nashville Yards, Drusie & Darr, Miel Restaurant & Bar, Philippe Chow.
