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Where to Eat En Route to BNA Airport

It's really best to eat before you get there

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Nashville’s airport is getting some major renovations as part of a $1.2 billion expansion occurring over the next five years. While adding more places to eat will likely be part of the upgrade, theairport’s current dining optionsleave something to be desired. If you’re not pressed for time on the way to BNA, it might be wise to plan your pre-flight meal at a restaurant close by. Luckily, there are several quality options, ranging from Ethiopian and Vietnamese to a classic meat-and-three. So check out these 10 great options near Nashville International Airport.

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Sindoore

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This restaurant has been open for less than a year but is already a popular place to grab a bite in Donelson. Serving North Indian cuisine, Sindoore’s menu offers many traditional favorites such as paneer, chicken tandoori, and biryani, plus a dozen vegetarian-friendly options.

Sub Depot

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If you’re looking for a meal that will travel well and is easy to take through security then grab a bite at Sub Depot. This little sub shop is independently owned and offers many sandwich varieties to meet your pre-flight needs.

Honduras Restaurant

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納什維爾的一個令人興奮的地方live or visit is the plethora of cuisine from other cultures. Honduras Restaurant is a family business tucked away in a nondescript strip mall and serving authentic Honduran food, just minutes from the airport.

Vinh Long

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Vinh-Long is a convenient stop on the way to the airport that offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Order the pho and spring rolls, and don’t forget to bring cash.

Ken's Sushi

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Ken’s Sushi is a local favorite for picking up good quality, affordable sushi. Its location on Murfreesboro Pike is perfectly situated for a quick detour, and while sushi might not travel well on a plane it can make for a satisfying meal before heading to the airport.

Dairy King

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Head to this meat and three for classic American food, milkshakes, and a selection of frozen treats. It’s the perfect place to fill up on comfort food before hopping on a flight.

Monell's at the Manor

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Get a last fix of southern food before heading out at Monell’s. Monell’s at the Manor is located minutes from the airport and is certainly the most stately of the Monell’s locations.

So Gong Dong - Tofu House

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Don’t let the name fool you — So Gong Dong Tofu House’s menu is mostly off limits for vegetarians, but you’ll find a few tofu options and some of the best Korean dishes in town.

Mesob Ethiopian Restaurant

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Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this Ethiopian restaurant is a great spot for a quick meal before heading out of town.

Taqueria San Luis

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If your airport route takes you on 24 north, hop off on Harding and stop by this taqueria for some of the best tacos in town. There’s no room to sit down and eat, so those looking for something delicious to grab and go, this is the spot.

Sindoore

This restaurant has been open for less than a year but is already a popular place to grab a bite in Donelson. Serving North Indian cuisine, Sindoore’s menu offers many traditional favorites such as paneer, chicken tandoori, and biryani, plus a dozen vegetarian-friendly options.

Sub Depot

If you’re looking for a meal that will travel well and is easy to take through security then grab a bite at Sub Depot. This little sub shop is independently owned and offers many sandwich varieties to meet your pre-flight needs.

Honduras Restaurant

納什維爾的一個令人興奮的地方live or visit is the plethora of cuisine from other cultures. Honduras Restaurant is a family business tucked away in a nondescript strip mall and serving authentic Honduran food, just minutes from the airport.

Vinh Long

Vinh-Long is a convenient stop on the way to the airport that offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Order the pho and spring rolls, and don’t forget to bring cash.

Ken's Sushi

Ken’s Sushi is a local favorite for picking up good quality, affordable sushi. Its location on Murfreesboro Pike is perfectly situated for a quick detour, and while sushi might not travel well on a plane it can make for a satisfying meal before heading to the airport.

Dairy King

Head to this meat and three for classic American food, milkshakes, and a selection of frozen treats. It’s the perfect place to fill up on comfort food before hopping on a flight.

Monell's at the Manor

Get a last fix of southern food before heading out at Monell’s. Monell’s at the Manor is located minutes from the airport and is certainly the most stately of the Monell’s locations.

So Gong Dong - Tofu House

Don’t let the name fool you — So Gong Dong Tofu House’s menu is mostly off limits for vegetarians, but you’ll find a few tofu options and some of the best Korean dishes in town.

Mesob Ethiopian Restaurant

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this Ethiopian restaurant is a great spot for a quick meal before heading out of town.

Taqueria San Luis

If your airport route takes you on 24 north, hop off on Harding and stop by this taqueria for some of the best tacos in town. There’s no room to sit down and eat, so those looking for something delicious to grab and go, this is the spot.

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