If you grew up in Nashville in the ’80s or ’90s, you’ll remember “Uncle Bud” and his vaunted original catfish joint. The “Uncle Bud’s” brand has taken its lumps over the years, but the location in Donelson honors the restaurant’s past by bringing the concept back to its roots and serving one of the most reliable catfish dishes in the area. Now, everyone rightfully harps on the fish, biscuits, hush puppies and those incredible white beans, but they don’t put “chicken” in the name for nothing. Here’s its best-kept secret: Uncle Bud’s fried chicken is even better than the fish. CORY WOODROOF
Best Classic Staple, Reborn
Uncle Bud’s Catfish, Chicken & Such
