In three words: boston, seafood, sushi

Josh says:  the subtitle is "Boston Seafood House featuring fried seafood, spirits, and a raw oyster bar".  Same owner as Beyond the Edge.  Also has a sushi bar inside.

The inside is like a Bostonion tavern with more windows. The food quality is great, and the presentation of the fried dishes is in a newspaper with brown paper bag format.

Address: 1008 Woodland St

In three words: on tap, late night, smoking

Josh says: Great for lunch.  Loves East Nashville.  Very large selection of beers on tap.  Can be quite smoky on the inside at night, but there's also a patio.  They are open really late too.

Address: 112 S 11th St. (kinda across from Bongo Java)

Shelby bottoms has 5 miles of paved trails through forest, grassland and wetlands that quickly convinces you that you're not in the middle of a major city.

It's located along the eastern edge of East Nashville, next to Shelby Park and has entrances in the Barclay and Inglewood neighborhoods.

It is excellent for walking, biking, and dog-walking.

In three words:  fine, American, diva

Summary:  Mad Donna's is this interesting blend between American food, feeling a little upscale (but not expensive), and a shout out to divas (diva = think Cher).

It's a good place to eat and has a nice patio.

My personal favorite dish was the Black Bean burger, a house-specialty vegeterian burger.

Address: 1313 Woodland St.

Address: 2000 Boscobel

Shelby dog park is a popular asset to this dog-loving neighborhood.  Dog's are strong here because a) people like dogs, b) people feel safer with dogs in the homes/yards, c) many don't have kids and dogs serve in a family member role in lieu of children.

The dog park makes a lot of human friends.