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Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
September 8–11, 2025
Atlanta, GA|Atlanta Marriott Marquis
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Fourth & U Restaurant and Bar serves an array of urban dining options. Using local and regional products, the dishes maintain great culinary traditions and flavors. Fourth & U features local musicians Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Hours: Monday – Sunday 7 am – 1 am View Menu
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.1 miles from the hotel | 417 Union St, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-401-7241 $10–20All-day menu of Southern & American fare in a 2-story space with WWII & Civil War memorabilia.
.1 miles from the hotel | 223 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-982-8903 $10–20Try one of our signature selections and see what everyone’s talking about
.1 miles from the hotel | 201 4th Ave N #101, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-864-0977 $50–100Industrial-chic hub offering wines, cocktails & choice dishes made with locally sourced ingredients.
.1 miles from the hotel | 235 Rep. John Lewis Way N, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-600-4756 $10–20Local coffeehouse chain serving breakfast through dinner, along with drinks, in a hip space. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.1 miles from the hotel | 244 Rep. John Lewis Way N, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-621-3173 $10–20No frills but big bang for your buck Greek restaurant.
.1 miles from the hotel | 501 Union St, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-313-7237 $10–20Lunchtime outpost providing traditional & creative hot & cold sandwiches in low-key digs. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.1 miles from the hotel | 222 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-866-2224 $100+With a warm and intimate atmosphere, the dining menu offers many of the Chairman of the Board’s favorites, prime steaks, traditional Italian dishes and more.
.1 miles from the hotel | 222 Printers Alley, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-810-9631 $50–100Circa 1948, speakeasy-style lounge offering elevated American fare, craft drinks, and nightly burlesque.
.1 miles from the hotel | 210 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-622-0600 $30–50Chic eatery in the Dream Hotel plating sushi, steak & burgers, plus brunch, sake & craft cocktails.
.1 miles from the hotel | 239 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-256-1907 $10–20Classic Southern cooking offered in a bare-bones luncheonette open on weekdays only.
.2 miles from the hotel | 218 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-891-2380 $$New American small plates & craft cocktails served in chic, intimate surrounds.
.2 miles from the hotel | 221 6th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 | $10–20Casual neighborhood spot serving red-sauce classics, from pizza to subs, in a warm, simple space.
.2 miles from the hotel | 401 Church St, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-994-1994 $100+Warm & industrial modern steakhouse offering dry-aged steaks, vegetables & sommelier-driven wines. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.2 miles from the hotel | 501 Church St, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-942-6521 $10–20E+ROSE is a dietitian developed, plant forward, superfood eatery & cafe.
.2 miles from the hotel | 222 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-610-6460 $$$Hip restaurant in the 21c Museum Hotel for American comfort fare & drinks in art-driven surrounds.
.2 miles from the hotel | 500 Church St, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-770-2772 $10–20Southern bar and grill with an old-general-store feel and a large stage for live music acts.
.2 miles from the hotel | 153 Rep. John Lewis Way N, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-228-2355 $10–20Southern Breakfast Biscuits, Righteous Chicken Sandwiches and Best Dang Boxes, waitstaff-free and with a swift service line.
.2 miles from the hotel | 160 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-457-8443 $10–20Create-your-own sandwiches & other lunch fare served in a laid-back place with outdoor tables.
.3 miles from the hotel | 140 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-808-0969 $20–30Award-winning burgers, iconic Crazyshake® milkshakes, and southern menu with downtown NYC vibes. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.3 miles from the hotel | 601 Church St, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-915-1474 $10–20Tasty plant based food with a great selection of drinks and desserts. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.3 miles from the hotel | 151 5th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-920-5808 $10–20Sports bar with an amazing array of super large screen TVs.
.3 miles from the hotel | 555 Church St, Nashville, TN 37219 | $10–20Relaxed hangout serving coffees, pastries & sandwiches, plus handcrafted desserts & fancy cakes. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.3 miles from the hotel | 322 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-208-9080 $20–30Daily live music & a menu of Caribbean & seafood fare draw fans to this casual theme bar.
.4 miles from the hotel | 530 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 | 629-216-2510 $20–30Serves tacos, burritos, and other Mexican classics in a stylish, modern space with booths and bar seats.
.4 miles from the hotel | 555 Church St, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-375-4934 $10–20Relaxed hangout serving coffees, pastries & sandwiches, plus handcrafted desserts & fancy cakes. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.4 miles from the hotel | 5010 Broadway Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-301-1739 $10–20Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.
.4 miles from the hotel | 162 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-248-0025 $10–20One of a duo of locally-owned build-your-own burrito outposts set in a colorful, casual venue.
.4 miles from the hotel | 5005 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-245-7160 $50–100Boqueria brings the best of Barcelona’s famed tapas bars to Nashville’s Broadway area.
.4 miles from the hotel | 416 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-254-5715 $10–20Casual BBQ shack serving a wide variety of pit-smoked meats & Southern-style vegetable side dishes.
.4 miles from the hotel | 300 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219 | 615-434-4300 $100+Stylish, upscale steakhouse offering handcrafted steaks & seafood fare, plus cocktails, wine & beer. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.4 miles from the hotel | 611 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-255-8400 $20–30Stylish, roomy mainstay offering hearty meals and boozy drinks, plus breakfast and brunch buffets. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.4 miles from the hotel | 423 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-454-4990 $10–20Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
.4 miles from the hotel | 308 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-309-6295 $20–30Miranda Lambert's venture for Tex-Mex fare & cocktails in upbeat digs with live bands & a patio.
.4 miles from the hotel | 429 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-244-7477 $20–30This lively BBQ & brews joint with a rooftop deck also serves up live country music.
.4 miles from the hotel | 5002 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-619-5331 $10–20Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.4 miles from the hotel | 327 Union St, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-770-7077 $10–20Local pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies, plus pasta & sandwiches, in a low-key space. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.5 miles from the hotel | 5055 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-800-5395 $10–20Buzzing hub featuring a variety of eateries doling out local and global fare, plus live entertainment.
.5 miles from the hotel | 109 2nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201 (Located in The Stillery) | 615-712-6059 $10–20Narrow, brick-lined eatery serving street tacos, rice bowls & pub grub, plus cocktails & draft beer.
.5 miles from the hotel | 5036 Broadway 220 Suite 220, Nashville, TN 37203 | 629-226-2583 $$Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.
.5 miles from the hotel | 135 2nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-942-7733 $10–20Mexican restaurant & cantina with specials such as Taco Tuesday & happy hour, plus local bands.
.5 miles from the hotel | 590 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-238-2359 $100+Elegant fine-dining chain with a seafood & steak menu, plus a cocktail lounge featuring live jazz. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.5 miles from the hotel | 1200 5th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208 | 615-242-3226 $$Southern cafe featuring an eclectic Uptown menu & a Downtown skyline view amid sleek decor.
.5 miles from the hotel | 5069 Broadway Suite A-103, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-576-8700 $10–20Casual spot serving fried chicken with varying levels of spiciness, plus sandwiches and fries. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.5 miles from the hotel | 5055 Broadway Suite 3200, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-610-9330 $30–50Casual New American kitchen & wine bar offering bites & wines on tap in spacious, modern surrounds.
.5 miles from the hotel | 110 4th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201 | $1–10Food Truck featuring great wings and corn dogs.
.5 miles from the hotel | 167 Rosa L Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-254-1277 $100+Set in an elegantly appointed 1843 home, this upscale restaurant serves sophisticated Southern fare.
.5 miles from the hotel | 113 2nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-942-8080 $20–30Mason jar cocktails, burgers & brick-oven pizza in a modern space with live music on weekends.
.5 miles from the hotel | 107 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201 | $10–20Classic Southern favorites and breakfast specialties served in a nostalgic Sun Records-themed diner.
.5 miles from the hotel | 118 7th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203 | 629-208-1613 $20–30Hip venue with a regionally sourced menu of hearty Southern dishes, plus beer, wine & cocktails. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.5 miles from the hotel | 550 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 | 629-236-0001Stylish venue offering modern regional cuisine, plus a bar, live music, and rooftop dining.
.6 miles from the hotel | 208 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-913-3923 $10–20Casual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.6 miles from the hotel | 204 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-678-8952 $$American cuisine & signature cocktails in a vibrant restaurant that has regular live music. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.6 miles from the hotel | 200 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-782-7150 $10–20Large diner serving American classic fare & drinks, plus sushi & oysters, in modern digs. Open late.
.6 miles from the hotel | 220 Molloy St, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-383-9026 $10–20Pancakes, egg dishes & sandwiches in a contemporary outpost of a diner in operation since 1961.
.7 miles from the hotel | 900 Rosa L Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN 37208 | 615-403-3099 $10–20Neapolitan-style, wood-oven-baked pizzas with local, seasonal toppings at the Farmers Market.
.7 miles from the hotel | 717 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-678-1140 $10–2055 TV's for you to cheer on your favorite team, and the best food you've ever had while watching the game.
.7 miles from the hotel | 114 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203 | 629-234-2858 $20–30Rustic-industrial outlet offering hearty Southern grub alongside drafts on tap, whiskey, and cocktails. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.7 miles from the hotel | 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-622-1234 $20-30Featured in The Tennessean, The Nashville Grange serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with sweeping views of famed Broadway and Music City’s urban core.
.8 miles from the hotel | 101 Platform Wy N, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-678-5665 $10–20Health food restaurant.
.8 miles from the hotel | 500 11th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-433-6837 $100+Enduring local classic for seafood & steak, plus an extensive wine & cocktail offering.
.8 miles from the hotel | 407 Korean Veterans Blvd, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-560-7733 $100+Award-winning steak, sumptuous fish or shellfish, delectable pastas, soups or salad.
.8 miles from the hotel | Inside The Union Station Nashville Yards, 1001 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-726-1001 $$Creative seasonal dishes & specialty cocktails crafted in an urbane, historic landmark.
.9 miles from the hotel | 1121 5th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208 | 615-502-1025 $20–30Our signature Detroit-style pizza is marked by its quality ingredients, deliciously unique toppings, square shape, crispy bottom, fluffy dough, cheesy "frico" crust, and signature sauce stripes. LGBTQ+ friendly.
.9 miles from the hotel | 915 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201 | 615-953-7089Fiercely independent Tennessee craft brewery and pizzeria making quality, boundary-pushing beer and pizza.
1 miles from the hotel | 311 Jefferson St, Nashville, TN 37208 | 615-920-5440 $50–100Stylish, brick-clad eatery & bar offering American fare plus cocktails, wine & a champagne garden. LGBTQ+ friendly
1 miles from the hotel | 1200 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208 | 615-490-8042 $50–100Airy, chic spot for oysters & elevated seafood small plates, plus a separate bar for cocktails.
1 miles from the hotel | 1120 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208 | 615-933-4260 $20–30Craft beer-centric new American restaurant