This Saturday marks the start of Nashville’s Juneteenth Restaurant Week, a nine-day culinary experience kicking off Juneteenth615’s 2023 celebrations. We’re guiding you through an array of sips, snacks, and specials available at 15+ participating businesses through Sunday, June 18.
- 615 Soul Food Inc., 415 31st Ave. N. | 50% off whiting fish sandwich with fries
- Kernels Nashville Popcorn, 2501B Gallatin Ave. | $6.19 medium Gourmet Bag
- Noir Midtown, 120 21st Ave. N. | Weekday happy hour (3-6 p.m.) with half-off off appetizers, desserts, and classic cocktails
- Thompson Family Catering, 1104 Litton Ave. | Two for $10 signature egg rolls
- Alchemy Cafe, 555 Church St. | $5.55 special for a 16 oz Cucumber and pineapple juice
- Makeshift, 811 Dickerson Pk. | $7 Casamigos Reposado shots and $6.17 margaritas
- Plane Jane, 1315 Dickerson Pk. | $6 Lemon Drop cocktail
- Vegelicious, Locations vary | 10% off any cheesecake with the purchase of an entree
Stop by the Alchemy Cafe for a refreshing glass of of cucumber and pineapple juice. | Photo via @thealchemycafe
- Meridian Street Cafe, 1800 Dickerson Pk. | 50 cent wings (6-count minimum)
- Ponobe’s PartyBar & Grille, 903 Rivergate Pkwy., Goodlettsville | $10 6-piece wing and fries
- Willie B’s Kitchen & Lounge, 918 Buchanan St. | Half-off daiquiris
- ButterFLY Garden & Brunch, 6917 Lenox Village Dr. | $10 Blacker the Berry (made with Uncle Nearest Whiskey)
- Minerva Avenue, 1002 Buchanan St. | Juneteenth drink special
- Roasted, 614 Garfield St. | $7 off $30 brunch (entree and three sides)
- Zilla’s Pit BBQ, Locations vary | $3 Freedom Brisket Mac and Cheese
- HiFi Cookies, 733 Porter Rd. | Juneteenth-inspired cookie
Other Juneteeneth events
There are many events taking place around Nashville to commemorate the holiday, including Juneteeneth615’s annual Freedom Fireworks at Fort Negley Park (5-10 p.m.) with live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, an official proclamation ceremony, and fireworks. Other events include a community bike ride, special events at the National Museum of African American Music, symphony performances, and more.
