5 East Nashville Restaurants Open on Christmas Day

EAST NASHVILLE, TN - Christmas is upon us, and instead of slaving away in the kitchen, why not get your friends and family together for a gourmet holiday meal at one of these East Nashville restaurants.

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Rumours East is an upscale Southern spot with a menu that features flavors from around the world. Their menu includes entree's that infuse down home style dishes with ethnic elements. The crab cakes are a favorite, served with a creole seasoning, celery root slaw, and spicy comeback sauce. You can make a reservation online for groups of up to 12 people. They're open from 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Address: 1112 Woodland Street, Nashville, TN 37206

Pomodoro East Italian Restaurant is a great spot to fine high quality Italian meals year round. During the holidays, they have a specialty seasonal menu with entree's that aren't available during the rest of the year, like the fennel rubbed seared tuna, which is served with crispy polenta, asparagus and lemon tapenade. Be sure to check out their specialty cocktail menu to order an after dinner drink, like their Fernet, which is characterized by smokey tobacco and minty herbal notes and has a slightly bitter finish. They're open from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Address: 701 Porter Rd, Nashville, Tennessee 37206

Calypso Cafe could be an interesting choice this Christmas if you're looking to mix up your holiday meal. If the idea of Cuban food during Christmas is enticing, then Calypso Cafe's lighter cuban fare will resonate with you. Their holiday menu features authentic Cuban dishes like Jamaican Curry, which is served with a mild sauce made with apples, onions and spices. More in the mood for something slightly sweet? Try the Boija Muffins- they're made with Caribbean sweet corn bread topped with coconut. Calypso Cafe is open from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Address: 3307 Charlotte Avenue Nashville, TN 37209

Five Points Pizza is a casual Christmas option for those looking for a no muss no fuss holiday meal. They've got seasonal specials on particular pies, like the prosciutto and basil pizza which they make fresh in house and sell by the slice. You can pick up an entire pie for $20 during the month of December. Don't forget the drinks - what's pizza without a bottle of wine? Five Points sells small carafe's of their house Bordeaux for only $25. They're open from 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Address: 1012 Woodland St.Nashville, TN 37206

The Wild Cow is definitely the choice if you have to accommodate vegetarians or vegans this holiday season. Take a look at their menu and you won't see a single meat entree. Did you ever think you'd have Peanut Tempeh Tacos for your Christmas meal? They're a popular dish at the Wild Cow- 2 tortillas filled with sauteed kale, peanut marinated tempeh and organic brown rice. Then they are topped with carrot-daikon slaw, avocado, sesame seeds and a drizzle of peanut sauce. Pick up this vegan holiday option for a cool $8. Plan on going with a group of friends? Try an order of vegan queso dip served with GMO-free chips and salsa Verde for only $6. They're open from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Address: 1896 Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206

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