Hattie B's Hot Chicken - Midtown
Hattie B's Hot Chicken
A Michelin 2026 recommended local hot chicken brand; the Midtown location offers six heat levels, making it easy for beginners to find their fit.
A popular local Nashville hot chicken brand, this Midtown location on 19th Ave is recommended in the 2026 Michelin Guide for the Southern US. There are six heat levels, ranging from heatless Southern to the mind-melting "Shut the Cluck Up," with most people opting for Medium or Hot. A three-tender plate is about $15.5, which includes two sides, white bread, and pickles; the pimento mac & cheese is a highly recommended side, and banana pudding is available for dessert. It is counter service, and wait times during peak weekend lunch and dinner hours can reach 30–45 minutes; lines are shorter before 11:30 or after 14:00. Located near Vanderbilt University.
Opening hours
Sun–Thu 10:45–22:00, Fri–Sat 10:45–24:00
Nearby sights
- Music Row & RCA Studio B
- The Gulch
- Frist Art Museum
- The Parthenon (Centennial Park)
- Tennessee State Capitol
- National Museum of African American Music
- Nashville Farmers' Market
- Lower Broadway Honky-Tonks