Graze: What’s Vegetarian Editorial Review

Graze is East Nashville’s all-vegan bistro and bar, and it’s been making the case for plant-based food since 2016. Located on Eastland Ave in the Lockeland Springs neighborhood, it’s a family-owned spot where nothing on the menu contains animal products. Not some of it. All of it. That matters if you’re vegetarian, vegan, or just trying to eat well without playing menu detective.

What’s vegan and vegetarian at Graze

Everything. Graze runs a 100% plant-based kitchen, so every dish, every sauce, and every cocktail on the menu is vegan by default. You don’t need to ask the server to hold the cheese or swap the protein. The entire operation is built around plants, and it shows in how deliberately the menu is constructed. Cashew cheese, seitan, tempeh, and tofu all pull real weight here. This isn’t a salad-heavy afterthought menu. It’s comfort food and brunch fare built for people who want a full meal.

Signature dishes to order

Start with the Szechuan Brussels Sprouts or the Cashew Queso as an appetizer. The biscuit menu is a standout: they come loaded with your choice of fillings, from tempeh bacon and cashew cheese to a Hot Chk’n version that hits like Nashville hot chicken is supposed to. The Loaded Potatoes (roasted potatoes topped with seitan chorizo, cashew cheese, guacamole, and pickled jalapeños) are consistently a crowd favorite. For a heartier plate, the Bourbon BBQ Sandwich built on seitan or the Mock Tuna Melt both deliver the kind of satisfying textures and flavors that non-vegan dining partners won’t complain about. Graze even appeared on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in 2021, where Guy Fieri spotlighted the BBQ Quesadilla, Supreme Nachos, and Patty Melt. Finish with the skillet chocolate chip cookie or brownie sundae if you have room.

How to order

Graze serves brunch daily until 3pm and runs the dinner menu all day, so you can order from either menu regardless of when you arrive. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 11am to 5pm if you want to pair a cocktail or mimosa with your meal. You can order online through their Clover ordering system for takeout, and Uber Eats delivers if you’d rather eat at home. For private events or catering, they handle that too. No reservations are needed for regular dining.

What to watch out for

Because Graze is fully vegan, cross-contamination with animal products isn’t a concern the way it is at a typical restaurant. That’s the clearest advantage of a dedicated vegan kitchen. A few reviewers have noted occasional inconsistency in cleanliness or service during busy weekend brunch hours, so if you’re going Saturday or Sunday, plan for a wait or aim for an off-peak time. Parking on Eastland Ave fills up quickly too. The dining room is small and cozy, which means it can get loud when it’s full.

Is Graze worth it?

Yes, and it’s not close. Graze earns a 4.7 on Google from over 1,300 reviews and a 5.0 on HappyCow from 265 ratings. That kind of consistency over nearly a decade says a lot. Dishes run roughly $10 to $20, which is fair for the portion sizes and quality of ingredients. It’s the kind of place where vegetarians can finally order anything on the menu without negotiating, and where skeptical omni friends tend to leave converted. If you’re visiting Nashville and you eat plant-based in any form, Graze belongs on your list.