What to order at The Mockingbird

Must order
Crispy pork shank with chili crisp, plus the kale Caesar.
Signature dishes
Crispy pork shank, Fried chicken
Editor tip
Happy hour is generous and easy to walk into; book ahead for the patio in warm weather.
CuisineNew American
Price$$$
NeighborhoodThe Gulch
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Food experiences in The Gulch

Nashville: The Gulch Walking & Tasting Food Tour★ 4.9 (98)
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Guided tour · 3 hours

Nashville: The Gulch Walking & Tasting Food Tour

Sample the hot, savory, and sweet treats of Nashville in the downtown Gulch neighborhood. Join your guide on an insightful tour and sample smoky barbeque, hot chicken,...

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Dishing on Downtown: Nashville Food Tour★ 5.0 (3)

Guided tour · 3 hours

Dishing on Downtown: Nashville Food Tour

Walk through Downtown Nashville with five food tastings, lively stories, and sights like the Ryman, Country Music Hall of Fame, Broadway’s honky tonks, and hidden gems...

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Location

Address: 121A 12th Ave North, Nashville, TN 37203

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