Eating at Martin's Bar-B-Que. Best BBQ in Nashville? And Eating at City House. Day 2

For my second day in Nashville, I start off eating at Rise Biscuits Donuts & Righteous Chicken, which I also review. Then I eat at and review Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint, which might just be one of the best BBQ restaurants in the city. After that, I check out the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, which pays tribute to musicians of all genres. Finally, I have dinner at City House in the Germantown neighborhood of Nashville. The restaurant serves comforting Italian food such as pastas and wood-fired pizzas. Chef and owner of City House, Tandy Wilson, became the first Nashville chef to win a James Beard Award.
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[@TheRange7]

Holy smokes James, this one is over the top. The manner in which you captured all the highlights could not have been done any better. Literally every single thing you ate looked amazingly delicious. Your camera skills and editing are seriously impressive as heck. What really brings it home and makes the content so enjoyable is how laid back and chill you are. This is broadcast quality content. You need a show of the Food Network my friend. Great coverage, very articulate, to the point, and no wasted time. It gets better and better. Thanks for sharing my friend, and as always...Cheers.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate those kind words! With each and every video I try to make it better than the last so it means a great deal to me when people enjoy them.

[@girlywhirly4971]

@@Jamesnu I agree whole heartedly everything looked scrumptious! Especially the ribs! yummmmy thanks again for a great video. How did u do at the marathon? I hope u finished, that's the most important thing, just get over the finish line and u r a winner!

[@Jamesnu]

@@girlywhirly4971 Thank you! Yeah, those ribs were amazing! The marathon was fun, but incredibly hot. I'll showcase the experience in a future video.

[@s_przybylowicz]

Quite the cliffhanger! I'm glad you were able to grab some great pre-marathon meals.

[@Jamesnu]

Indeed! I definitely wasn't going to be running on an empty stomach!

[@dianalong2024]

Thanks James! This delicious and interesting story of Nashville..read like a good book! Can't wait for the next chapter. Wishing you luck on your run.🏃🍝

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much!

[@TimmyCramer]

Nashville looks kick ass! Best food critic channel out there. Timmy C Arizona p.s. Don't get married per you'll be reduced to a work donkey eating saltine crackers with peanut butter. 😂

[@Jamesnu]

Haha! Thank you!

[@alexgreen4831]

Let's get James to Million+ subscribers!!

[@Jamesnu]

I appreciate the support! We'll get there someday!

[@Babygirlll1234]

James, Another amazing review…everything looked delicious. Can’t wait until the next one.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

[@rsj33]

what a delight, a truly spectacular array of offerings at such a wonderful establishment!

[@Jamesnu]

Indeed! It's a great restaurant!

[@50Street21]

You have a magical way, James, in the way that you include everyone into your dining experiences. It's as though you have invited us into your own home--relaxed and personable. Cheers, my good man! Darryl

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it!

[@user-id9fv6of6x]

Simply stated, I am so glad to comment on just how much I enjoy your offerings. As always, your restaurant reviews are descriptive, well crafted, & "on point"! I especially enjoy your travel videos away from NYC or Chicago since it offers reviews & commentary of places that are not so commonly traveled by us "locals" (NYC). Thanks so much for sharing! This is Peter; out!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much Peter! I definitely love NYC, but I really enjoy traveling! I hope to get to some exciting places this year!

[@pizzareviewsonthego]

A very eloguent review as usual, nice spread here! Nashville is one of the top BBQ cities. Great introduction to it.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Indeed, the bbq in Nashville is something very special!

[@WilliamKShank]

YUM! 😋😋😋😋😋 Safe Journey! Yellowbird Blue Agave Sriracha!!!

[@Jamesnu]

It was so good! Thanks for watching!

[@johncornell3665]

Pretty amazing dining, thanks for food review and look about Nashville!

[@Jamesnu]

Thanks for watching!

[@kobartlett]

The founder of Rise passed away two years ago. I knew him from the Durham restaurant scene. Great man. There is nothing on the menu that is not fantastic my buddy manages the one a half a mile from my house. I’m there all the time regarding your videos. You are much better than a lot of the channels. You don’t have all the superlatives and hyperbole I just want the information. I definitely enjoy your style. Keep up the good work.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! I really appreciate it! That's a shame about the owner, I didn't know that. Every time I've been to Rise I enjoyed some great food. I wish that there was one of those in NYC.

[@prox1994]

Hey James - Ever since I discovered your channel about a month ago I've been binging all of your videos. I just wanted to give you props. The production quality and your narration are next level. You are really talented at what you do. Can't wait to see your channel blow up!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the kind words!

[@PatriciaRoggero]

Thank you for another great review I look forward to more

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! I always really appreciate it!

[@alexandermansionbedandbrea5553]

Thanks again James, You seem to love challenges so I hope the marathon went well and you achieved your goals. Excellent double reviews. It's hard to imagine how you stay so trim. It's probably the fact that you're always on the go burning calories. You eat with such enthusiasm, we can almost taste the food. A side bar question, did you ever find an apartment for yourself. Just hoping you're in a happy place. Best, Rich

[@Jamesnu]

Thanks for watching! Yeah, as much as I love eating, I'm always staying active. No, unfortunately I haven't found my own apartment yet, but I'm working towards it.

[@tomahern8967]

Those ribs look absolutely delicious! Keep up the good work and congratulations on the 30k subs.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! Yeah, those ribs were the best thing I ate that day!

[@martyneilan8947]

I absolutely love the beans at Martin's.

[@Jamesnu]

I'll have to remember to get the beans for my next visit.

[@denisejohnson5065]

Your voice and demeanor are so calming. Love this channel.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much!

[@kevindick1110]

Bang up job, James!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you!

[@amandaraearmstrong1761]

Martin’s BBQ is AMAZING!! Hands down the BEST! Their BBQ sauces are to DIE for. Loved them so much that I ended up ordering some online from their website to have shipped home. Sooooo excited to dive into them and have that taste back home! Anyone visiting Nashville, you HAVE to stop there! You won’t regret it!

[@Jamesnu]

I was blown away by Martin's! It's definitely a must-visit when in Nashville!

[@2Wheels_NYC]

Very nice, James! I have yet to visit Tennessee, but it is up there on my list. Both meals looked excellent, as did the music museum! I hope were happy with your race time, and nailed a PR!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, Tennessee has a lot to offer and I definitely ate well during my trip. The race was alright. I will actually feature a bit of it in an upcoming video.

[@brodypilcher3643]

Very good lookin food there buddy…hopin u share some of your marathon and maybe your time…I remember that last one u had a great time so if u don’t mind sharing lol…keep it up buddy

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! Yep, I'll be sharing my marathon experience and all the food I ate that day in a future video.

[@johnjuarez8005]

Perfect video. James, I feel your channel will explode!!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! That would be nice!

[@kennethwu115]

Look forward to your videos

[@Jamesnu]

That makes me happy to hear!

[@user-rr1zt5go4q]

Hi James, great episode ! Beautiful city. Loved the music museum tour. Have seen that on a British program 'The Hairy Bikies' when they did their famous Route 66 tour from beginning to end. I recommend them to you. Both places you went to get my tick of approval. Hope you did well in the marathon next day. Thank you & all the best from Australia !

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Plus, thank you for the recommendation! Yeah, Nashville is a place with a lot to offer.

[@cdcaleo]

Love your style! Keep up the great work.

[@Jamesnu]

Thanks so much!

[@CutieBootie__]

so cool to see you so close to where i live! (im a couple hours west in jackson tn)... love your vids as always and good luck on your marathon xo😘

[@Jamesnu]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Kai-wk4ir]

Banger Video again, good luck with ya marathon ❗️

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much!

[@NoahEats]

Still can't believe what you eat the day before a race! Solid video as usual and I'm planning on going to Nashville in May

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! I run better if I stuff myself the day before, but I did make it a point at least to stay away from spicy food. I hope you enjoy Nashville! I sure did!

[@timg3504]

I’ve ate at location. We eat there every time we go to Nashville. It’s awesome. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@Jamesnu]

Nice! Yeah, that's some great bbq!

[@drcollumdc]

Thanks for the close up of the watch, Im a watch guy, love seeing unusual models. Hope you won the race!

[@EriCooks]

Watch lover myself and that Orient looks good on James. Love the latest review except for the very plain looking brewed coffee. Keep it coming James.

[@Jamesnu]

Haha! I definitely didn't win the race, but thanks for watching!

[@Jamesnu]

@@EriCooks Thank you! Yeah, it wasn't the most exciting coffee, but it did have caffeine in it, which was what mattered to me the most.

[@florian8937]

As always, great video! I love Graham Greene, my favorite so far is “Travels With My Aunt". I love his implicit humor and unpredictable story lines as in his most read book “The Quiet American“. How is it with “The Orient Express“? It is the only one I did not read yet.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, I'm a big Graham Greene fan too. I enjoyed "The Orient Express". It's not as good as some of his later works, but it still has that style of his that I enjoy. I haven't read "Travels With My Aunt" yet, but I'll definitely have to check it out.

[@florian8937]

​@@Jamesnu May I ask you for your Goodreads profile if you have one? Would like to follow you on your book journey.

[@Jamesnu]

@@florian8937 Unfortunately, I don't have one. I love reading though and try to feature the books I'm currently reading in my videos when I can.

[@TuckerSP2011]

Oh my, those ribs looked delicious! And the main course at City House featured mustard greens which I think is a very underutilized ingredient. The salad and dessert looked fabulous too.

[@Jamesnu]

I loved those ribs! It really was a great day of eating!

[@mrn13]

Another great vid! However, as a European, its clear that we have different ways of preparing for a marathon hehehe!

[@Jamesnu]

Haha! Thank you!

[@kevin7151]

Superb video James. They get better each time. Given your delivery style and command of the English language, you should consider writing a book of your culinary travels. Stay well.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! I love books and I've always thought about writing one. Perhaps in the future.

[@wendymclean4439]

Please try The Commerce Inn, Naro and of course Lure fish bar! I can't wait to see your wonderful episodes! Be well

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, those are definitely places that I would like to try in the future.

[@christine3507]

Can’t wait to hear about the rest of your adventure! My problem is I share your appetite but not your enthusiasm for exercise/running. 😂

[@Jamesnu]

Haha! Thank you!

[@JHoisin]

Rise Biscuits looks amazing! Great video

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, they were pretty good!

[@corgiowner436]

Dude I am so jealous you are young and handsome and can eat all this food!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you!

[@bb57365]

Hendrix and Martin’s BBQ. You had a great trip.🐖

[@Jamesnu]

I definitely did!

[@DM_your_bootycheeks]

Always gotta have your coffee 🤣 Classic!

[@Jamesnu]

Always!

[@rationalbacon5872]

Oooh, i wonder what happens next episode? Will James get mugged? Trip at the start line? Cheat and catch an Uber to the finish? End up embroiled in a Nashville hot romance? I'm unable to cope with the cliffhangers!

[@Jamesnu]

Haha! All I can say is stayed tuned because it was an epic day!

[@schulzeg]

You really need to come down to Texas at some point!

[@Jamesnu]

I'll definitely do!

[@bored7743]

Hey could you review Max Downton in Hartford, CT? Not too far from NYC, it’s a really special chop house. My favorite restaurant of all time.

[@Jamesnu]

I definitely want to visit Hartford someday and I'll try to keep that restaurant in mind.

[@mrjinkorea]

The food looked amazing. Also,what was your time in the marathon if you don't mind me asking?

[@Jamesnu]

It was great food indeed! I think my time was something like 3 hours and 24 minutes, but I'll have a precise time when I make my next Nashville video.

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

Is a car needed to get around Nashville or do they have public transportation for tourists? Thanks in advance

[@Jamesnu]

A lot of things seem walkable, but there were definitely places that you would need a car to get to. Later in my trip, I took a few Ubers. From what I hear, their public buses don't seem to be the best.

[@CountDankula0]

Try a steak in Nashville, bet its amazing and cheaper than NYC

[@Jamesnu]

Yeah, there were definitely some steakhouses in the city that I was interested in trying.

[@Infinity.....]

To Be Continued....😊

[@Jamesnu]

Stay tuned!

[@trentbateman]

How bad were the hotel Prices? Nashville is like south beach for prices when I went 5 years ago

[@Jamesnu]

They were expensive! I stayed in a motel, which was a pretty lengthy walk from the downtown area and I paid around $150 a night and that was one of the most affordable I could find. Although, to be fair, I was in the city during a more touristy time.

[@johnned4848]

Very cool! A Graham Greene fan! What's your favorite GG?

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, I'm definitely a Graham Greene fan! I still haven't read all of his most notable books, but my favorite of his that I've read so far is The Quiet American.

[@johnned4848]

@@Jamesnu that’s a good one. Cautionary tale about growing US involvement in Vietnam. There’s two good but different film versions

[@mistergrendel32]

Wasn’t he in Dances With Wolves?

[@brandoncarpenter9681]

Did you bring coffee on your marathon? I can just imagine you with coffee instead of water at times

[@Jamesnu]

Haha! No, but I did consume a few energy gels during the race, which at least had caffeine in them.

[@KEMET1971]

Have you tried L"APARTMENT 4F in Brooklyn?

[@Jamesnu]

I've been there once and I enjoyed it. I really want to go back sometime and try their croissant cereal.

[@josephperry1823]

Peg Leg Porker is the best BBQ in Nashville. Martin’s is a tourist spot.

[@Jamesnu]

That was one I wanted to check out as well, but that will have to be for another trip.

[@joncrisp85]

If you're going to go somewhere that preaches whole hog, get the whole hog. Otherwise it looks good.

[@Jamesnu]

Yeah, I didn't know that until I was making the video on the restaurant. Still, I don't regret my order. It was delicious!

[@sapm2241]

This or michelin star restaurant which is better?

[@Jamesnu]

It would depend on the mood I'm in. When it comes to eating, I like variety.

[@sapm2241]

Did you get Nashville hot chicken?

[@Jamesnu]

I did. That will be in an upcoming video.

[@philharnett2884]

Why is it, when you take a bite of something, usually a sandwich or burger, you barely scrape your teeth on it? You never dig into it with a big bite.

[@Jamesnu]

I like to savor the food and the moment.

[@mysteral]

Are gnocchis considered as pasta? That seems strange.

[@Jamesnu]

I know what you mean. It's technically considered a pasta, but the important thing for me that day was that it was carb heavy, which was what I wanted before the race.

[@user-jv5vb6hs6f]

Very weak bbq at this place

[@JJ-th1ef]

What are you doing a New Yorker like you in TN??? :)

[@Jamesnu]

I was there mainly for the marathon, but it was nice to eat at some new restaurants and see the attractions as well.

[@JJ-th1ef]

@@Jamesnu I love your channel

[@Jamesnu]

@@JJ-th1ef I appreciate it!