Salemtown · Southern breakfast and lunch
Big Al’s Deli
The Nashville Food take
Why it earns a place in the directory
Big Al’s is the opposite of anonymous fast casual. The room is small, the schedule is short, and the hospitality is part of why breakfast or lunch feels personal.
Plan the meal
What to know before you go
Best for
- A personal neighborhood breakfast
- Southern lunch specials
- Conversation with the cook
Start with
- Chicken and waffles
- Shrimp and grits
- Changing lunch plates
Seats are limited and hours end early. Go with time to wait, and check the current special rather than expecting every dish every day.
From the community
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