Bailey & Cato's
If you're in Nashville and craving some hearty, comforting Southern food, Bailey & Cato's is the place to be. Located at 1130 Gallatin Pike S, this cozy spot delivers a true taste of the South, with a vibe that's casual and laid-back—perfect for families, or anyone looking for a relaxing meal out. It’s the type of place where you can kick back, enjoy a good meal, and soak in the moderate noise from fellow diners enjoying their meals.
Bailey & Cato's specializes in classic Southern comfort food, and their menu features some serious crowd-pleasers. Their fried chicken is crispy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection, making it a favorite for many. The hot water cornbread is a must-try—crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and a perfect complement to any meal. If you’re a fan of smoked meat, you won’t want to miss the smoked chicken or their famous BBQ ribs, which are tender, juicy, and packed with smoky flavor. And let’s not forget the fried pork chops, another staple that’s as comforting as it is delicious.
What’s great about Bailey & Cato's is that it has a little something for everyone. The restaurant offers outdoor seating, which is ideal for enjoying the fresh air, especially during those warmer Nashville months. It's also good for kids, so you can bring the whole family and enjoy a meal together without the stress. Whether you're sitting inside, surrounded by the divey, no-frills atmosphere, or outside on the patio, you'll feel right at home.
So, if you’re in the mood for Southern classics served in a relaxed, family-friendly setting, Bailey & Cato's should definitely be on your list. The combination of delicious food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere makes it one of Nashville's gems.
Reviews
Glad I got in today before the week closed for VACA. Always GREAT FOOD, SERVICE and Easy to Order.
Had the ribs, smoked chicken, sweet potatoes, macaroni and cheese with hot water cornbread. So good and I ate on this for three days to which was still fresh. Service was good. Ambiance was decent. Restaurant is clean, organized, and straight to the point. I will definitely be back again. I've had the oxtails before and they are good, however; they only serve them for one day. Worth the drive for some true soul food.
Met there with an ole High School Football buddy. The location is back in the corner of the old Zayers Shopping Complex. It's been a lot of things over the years. They have a day to day menu that has treat choices of Meat and 2. When we were there they had Neck bones, Fried Chicken and pork chops etc. My buddy got the Chicken and dumplings and I had the Pork Chop, fried corn and Greens. Everything was delicious. They even gave us a sample of the Neck Bones. Had Banana Pudding which was ok. However they had at least 5 choices of deserts. At first I was concerned with the service line lady because of the yelling to the back cooks. Lol when we got up to order she was a doll. It was like being at a family's backyard grill out. So if you like Fried Chicken, BBQ, Liver And Onions and just good ole Soul food this is the place. Just make sure you check on line or call to see what their serving. If you looking for Ambiance IMHO this place isn't it. Great Food it's a Champ! Oh I forgot to add the Hot Water Cornbread. I thought I was a Cornbread Connoisseur. Yet It was a first for me having that type of cornbread.
This place is straight fire!!!! The lady at the hotel recommended we check this place out and I'm glad we did. This was one of the best meals I've had in a long time and we will definitely be back again. Oh yeah and make sure you get the ribs
Good ole comfort food! The taste of our ancestors!!! I would recommend this for a home cooked meal that Grandma used to make!!