Downtown Nashville’s restaurant scene has seen unparalleled growth over the last few years, so much so that it can feel impossible to keep up with the changes. Just a few years ago, there were only a handful of great options for lunch Downtown; now, Lower Broadway bustles with celebrity-backed honky-tonks and out-of-town chain outposts. If you’re not looking to spend the afternoon in a honky-tonk or a franchise, though, a number of local Downtown restaurants are offering up the flavor and spirit of Nashville in their own unique way, too. Here’s a list of our favorite spots to grab lunch Downtown, ranging from creative global fare to traditional, down-home cooking.