Order the best Asian near La Vergne, TN

Best Asian Restaurants Nearby in La Vergne

Asian cajun by Tipsy Thai

Asian cajun by Tipsy Thai

4.5
(1k+)
• Thai • Noodles
$0 delivery fee • 11.3 mi • 46 min
Farther away
"I've ordered in-person and delivery since their relocation. I've loved the food each time. CRAB RANGOON (FRESH DAILY) : I think the negative reviews about portion size are from people expecting cream cheese wontons with a hint of crab flavor. These rangoons have actual crab, are delicate, crispy and worth the $$ CRAWFISH JULIE 8oz : Crawfish gumbo with Thai spice and veggies served atop a perfect portion of rice. Unique, delightful, my favorite thing on the menu. Note - I got the crawfish Julie fries in the restaurant. There is still rice in this dish, just with fries on the side. CURRY PINEAPPLE FRIED RICE : It's delicious. No comments beyond "yum!""
"I was excited to try this place! So very disappointed. Very expensive for what and the amount you get. The MASSAMAN CURRY was bland. Small portion for the price. Paid extra for more potatoes. Skimpy. The sauce had an oil layer the did not mix well. Has an after you swallow sweet bitter taste. I did appreciate the rice tho. The Thai tea was too childish also bland. More like a low sugar milk drink not much tea. The most disappointing thing was the fresh SUMMER ROLLS with shrimp. One medium size shrimp cut into pieces and what looked like it had just been added at last minute. It was just a couple leafs of lettuce wrapped up with a couple chunks of shrimp. Then wrapped with a piece of rice wrap. Cut into half. No other vegetables or flavor. This was then just wrapped in plastic wrap and thrown in the bag with the hot rice and curry."
PAD THAI
Fried Potstickers
$17.03
HIBACHI FRIED RICE
Steamed Dumplings
$17.3
DRUNKEN
Golden Krispy shrimp tossing our house sweet and spicy sauce
$17.52
JJ Asian Market

JJ Asian Market

4.7
(60+)
• Japanese • Sushi Bar
$0 delivery fee • 6.9 mi • 30 min
"This is hands down one of my favorite places to eat. It's ashame to saw how often I eat here. Everything is fresh and tasty. The poke bowl is the best I have had and poke is my favorite thing to eat. The portions are generous. I eat here multiple times a week. So goooodddd"
"Ordered the Chef Special 5 and it was fantastic! Fresh ingredients, flavorful and wonderful presentation! I can't wait for my next order from JJ's!"
Crab Combo 20 Pcs
California Roll, Cali Crunchy Roll, Smyrna Roll, Cream Cheese Crab Roll
$13.84
Tuna & Salmon Poke
Rice, tuna, salmon, crab, avocado, seaweed salad, lettuce, fried onion, crispy crunch, yum yum sauce, eel sauce, poke sauce
$12.91
20 Pcs Combo
Dragon Roll, Tiger Roll, Smyrna Roll, Cali Crunch Roll
$16.85
Brown Sugar Milk Tea (with Boba)
Rice, crab, avocado, cucumber, lettuce, seaweed salad, fried onion, crispy crunch, yum yum sauce, eel sauce, poke sauce
$5.5
Coffee Fusion

Coffee Fusion

4.7
(700+)
• Breakfast • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee • 15.8 mi • 42 min
Farther away
"We got the beef pho! The broth was amazing, plenty of bean sprouts, jalapeño, basil, etc. We got hoison sauce, siracha, and chili oil. I got the small which was plenty for me; and had broth left over. My husband got the large and it was more than enough for him! Such amazing pho. Will def buy again! "
"My favorite place to get pho! I order almost every week! Vegetables are always fresh and the portions are always very good! I always make my balls and always have broth and meat left over!"
Pho
A Thai noodle dish prepared with gluten free rice noodle, beansprouts, egg, green onions, cilantro, fried garlic. A very delicious and flavorful stirred fried noodle, combine with a touch of lime for unique taste of sweet and sour. With your choice of protein, Veggies, Tofu, Chicken, Beef, Seafood< Shrimp, or Combo
$14.1
Pad Thai
A hot delicious -sizzling chicken egg rolls, are deep fried as being ordered to maintain the crunchy crispy texture on the outside, but soft and tasty, and full of flavors on the inside.
$13.54
Eggrolls (4)
Spring rolls are fresh roll prepared freshly with gluten free rice paper. noodles, carrots, lettuces, cilantro and served with sweet and sour dipping sauce. Choice of protein, Veggies, Chicken, Barbeque pork, or Shrimp
$8.38
Thai Tea
Ice or blended.
$5.97
Victor Classic Deli (Wallace Rd)

Victor Classic Deli (Wallace Rd)

American • Deli
$0 delivery fee • 12.5 mi • 50 min
Farther away
Butter Chicken Fries
Crispy fries topped with tender butter chicken, melted cheese, and our rich, creamy butter sauce. Finished with fresh herbs for a bold fusion of Indian flavor and classic comfort food.
$15.95
Garlic Chicken Bacon Panini
Sliced chicken stacked with turkey bacon and loads of melted mozzarella, pressed into golden sourdough. Finished with creamy garlic mayo and a sauce of your choosing. Finished with garlic buttered parsley on top
$16.93
BYO Wings
Crispy, juicy wings tossed in your choice of sauce and made fresh to order. Served with your choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing.
$13.35
Spicy Chipotle Chicken Sandwich
Chopped grilled chicken with pepper jack cheese, grilled peppers & onions, hot giardiniera, lettuce, and tomato. Finished with mayo, chipotle ranch
$18.1
Crush Yard

Crush Yard

American • Bar and Grill
$0 delivery fee • 16.4 mi • 47 min
Farther away
Hot Honey Chicken
Grilled chicken, sriracha hot honey, cucumbers, caramelized onion, peppers, scallions & sesame seeds
$19.25
Chicken Tenders & Fries
Four Chicken tenders deep fried or grilled served with fries. Switch it up by choosing a sauce to have them tossed in or a sauce on the side for dipping.
$14
Southern Cobb
Mixed greens, shredded cheddar, bacon, grape tomatoes, hard boiled egg, & ranch dressing
$20
Greek Chicken
Tomato & Olive Salad, cucumber, hummus, feta cheese, tzatziki sauce & Greek vinaigrette
$18
Mimi's Cafe

Mimi's Cafe

4.4
(1k+)
• American • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 15.0 mi • 43 min
Farther away
"The crab and shrimp pasta was absolutely amazing, perfectly cooked and flavored. I will definitely order this again. The turkey pesto sandwich is always great. My mom orders that every time. Every order from Mimi's is always fresh and we've never had an error. Love it, "
"Never been here or heard of thisplace. i was craving turkeyand dressing in August so doordash ledme here. They serve realslicesof smokedturkey,not the processssd Turkey Dinner like in the frozen grocery store dinners. Thegravy for the mashe'd potatoes. was darker than the turkey. gravy, which showed great effort on their part. My only complaint. is ,, I ordered AUGRATIN Potatoes, and the ones they sent me didn't have any cheese on them! Id like some cheese folks! But great. portions. here and fresh tasting and packaged in a large, quality plastic dinner container, not the Styrofoam crap. like most. carryout! I'll order from Mimmi again, and I'll check out the entire menu. Great place and amazing quality!"
Pain Perdu with Mixed Berries
Stuffed brioche French toast filled with orange marmalade and cream cheese blend topped with fresh berries and strawberry purée. (1150 cal) .
$20.44
Cinn French Toast Grande
Cinnamon roll french toast with powdered sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg (720 cal).
$21.33
Brioche French Toast
French toast dusted with powdered sugar with whipped margarine and maple syrup. (590 cal) .
$18.73
Bacon 4 Slices
Three eggs, hickory-smoked bacon, ham, pork sausage, andouille sausage, tomato and melted cheddar cheese. Served with roasted potatoes. (730 cal).
$6.87
Hot Soup Spoon (Brooklyn)

Hot Soup Spoon (Brooklyn)

4.2
(100+)
• Cafe • Soup
$0 delivery fee • 12.8 mi • 47 min
Farther away
$6 off on $35+
"The Black Bean & Vegetable Soup was good. Putting the container in a to-go box to protect pickup orders from car spills was so thoughtful. Everyone in the establishment was kind and the soup was a decent size for its price. Would definitely come here again when visiting :)"
"The broccoli cheese soup was heavy with butter and that's about it. Not flavorful enough to be $12 soup. Skip it. The chicken noddle was also mid according to my husband. Both soups were unbelievably hot! Too hot to eat right away. Had to wait at least 10 minutes for them to be edible. This was an order for a new place clause other places were closed. Won't be ordering from here again."
Chicken Noodle Soup
A comforting classic reimagined. Tender white chicken simmered in rich, golden broth with hearty egg noodles, fresh carrots, and crisp celery. Every spoonful is warm, soothing, and packed with homestyle flavor-the ultimate bowl of comfort. Comes with crackers!
$10.33
Beef & Vegetable Soup
A rich, hearty classic. Tender chunks of seasoned beef simmered in savory beef broth with potatoes, carrots, tomatoes, and green beans. Every spoonful delivers deep, comforting flavor- a perfect balance of meaty goodness and homestyle warmth. Comes with crackers!
$10.14
Garlic Knots (6 Pieces)
Freshly baked with savory blend of fresh garlic, virgin olive oil, oregano & parsley finished with parmesan. Served with marinara on the side.
$6.56
Garlic Cheese Bread
Warm, toasted bread topped with rich garlic butter and a generous layer of melted mozzarella cheese. Golden, gooey, and perfectly crisp - a deliciously addictive side that pairs with any pasta or soup.
$6.5
Meals and Catering by Mimi's Cafe

Meals and Catering by Mimi's Cafe

4.1
(10+)
• Bakery • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 15.0 mi • 44 min
Farther away
"Food was great, instructions were followed. Only recommendation would be to cook the veggies more "
Chicken Rice Green Bean (serves 4)
Grilled chicken, served with jasmine rice and green beans.
$68.79
Turkey Dinner (serves 4)
Turkey with gravy, cornbread stuffing and orange-apple cranberry relish. Served with mashed potatoes and vegetables.
$68.79
Pot Roast Dinner (serves 4)
Slowly braised and simmered in red wine shallot gravy, with mashed potatoes and vegetables.
$68.79
Parmesan Chicken Pasta (serves 4)
Crispy hand-breaded parmesan chicken breast with melted mozzarella and marinara sauce over linguine.
$68.79
Rock N Roll Sushi & Hibachi

Rock N Roll Sushi & Hibachi

4.4
(1k+)
• American • Japanese
$0 delivery fee
"The food as amazing and fresh! I added avocado and it was a good portion, definitely worth the upcharge! "
"2 pcs of steak, 5 shrimp, 5 tiny pcs of chicken... definitely not worth $35 could definitely get more at other Japanese restaurants nearby."
VIP Roll
Fried or Baked. Shrimp tempura, krab stick, cream cheese inside, fully fried OR baked, with Cajun seasoned crawfish, baked krab meat, jalapeño, spicy mayo, sweet chili, eel sauce and crunchy flakes.
$20.19
Shrimp Tempura Roll
Shrimp Tempura, cucumber, avocado inside, topped with eel sauce.
$11.58
Volcano Roll
California roll topped with baked krabmeat, spicy mayo, eel sauce, crunchy flakes and fully baked.
$17.61
Roll N Bowl
Savor a classic sushi roll alongside your favorite ramen
$25.76
Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken

Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken

4.7
(1k+)
• Fried Chicken • Chicken
$0 delivery fee
"Definitely pricey but the wings were so crispy and delicious! Spicy mayo has a nice kick but not too hot. The fries are subpar I would skip out ordering those"
"Bonchon is always consistent with excellent quality. The Nashville Hot chicken is hands-down the best we’ve had in Nashville — perfectly cooked, flavorful, and addictive. Everything is reliably delicious every time we order."
Wings
Double fried with your choice of sauce. Complimentary side of pickled radish or coleslaw. (*Korean BBQ contains sesame seeds and/or sesame seed oil.)
$20.35
House Fried Rice
Fried rice, eggs, red bell pepper, onions, scallions, cooked with Soy Garlic sauce, topped with sesame seeds and fresh cucumber garnish. (Contains sesame seeds or sesame seed oil.)
$16.48
Boneless
Double fried with your choice of sauce. Complimentary side of pickled radish or coleslaw. (*Korean BBQ contains sesame seeds and/or sesame seed oil.)
$15.59
Strips
Double fried with your choice of sauce. Complimentary side of pickled radish or coleslaw. (*Korean BBQ contains sesame seeds and/or sesame seed oil.)
$15.46
Asia Market & Thai Phooket Restaurant (Old Nashville Hwy)

Asia Market & Thai Phooket Restaurant (Old Nashville Hwy)

4.6
(60+)
• Thai • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
"Haven't had this 413. Massaman Curry in way too long. It is very good!"
"Order 812. Mango Sticky Rice, but was only give a sliced mango with no rice. The broth from my 724. Khao Piak Mou Krob (Pork Belly) spilled in the bag. It also took 46 minutes from the time I ordered to receive my food because the cook in the back was skipping my pickup order to make dine in orders. If they don't want to make to go orders then just make pick up unavailable."
726. Pho
A robust beef broth served with your choice of protein, rice noodles, white onion, green onion, cilantro, and fried garlic with a side of bean sprouts, Thai basil, jalapeño, and lime.
$14.37
611. Pad Thai
Rice noodles, egg, bean sprouts, green onions, and onions served with a side of peanuts and lime.
$11.99
111. Eggrolls (2)
Bean thread noodle, carrot, cabbage, yam, celery, and onion served with sweet & sour sauce.
$4.18
112. Spring Rolls (2)
Fresh rice paper, lettuce, carrot, cilantro, vermicelli rice noodle, served with peanut sauce.
$6.76
Thai Siam Restaurant,Inc - 3016 W Nir Shreibman Blvd

Thai Siam Restaurant,Inc - 3016 W Nir Shreibman Blvd

4.5
(100+)
• Thai • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"The food is always fresh and delicious, and the people working there always make you feel welcome. Every time I pass through this area of LaVergne, i try to stop and try something new"
"I just feel like their pictures are false advertising. The picture of the dish I ordered looked nothing like what I actually received. And the noodles were cooked poorly, they were all stuck together and very thin. Not like lo mein noodles are supposed to be. Also very little chicken."
46 Pad Thai
Sliced mango on top of warm sticky rice, tapped with sweet coconut milk
$17.55
Pho
Jasmine rice stir fried with egg, Thai basil, mushrooms, bell peppers, and onions with your choice of protien.
$18.95
49 Pad See Ew (Soy Sauce Noodles)
Deep fried wontons, stuffed with imitation crab, onions, and cream cheese.
$17.36
50 Pad Kee Mao (Drunken Noodles)
Jasmine rice stir fried with egg, carrots, peas, onions, pineapple and top with cashew nuts with your choice of protien.
$17.73
The Eastern Peak

The Eastern Peak

4.7
(8k+)
• Spring Rolls • Gyoza
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Had a hankering for sushi & Eastern Peak nailed it, as usual! I got two rolls (I LOVE the crunchy shrimp roll) & a well-portioned side salad with my fave ginger dressing. It came fast, was reasonably priced for delivery sushi, was packaged well, & was delicious. Five stars all the way. "
"Fantastic! The order was packaged perfectly and with obvious care. Spring Rolls are were fantastic the Spicy Crab Roll was perfect with 100% accuracy to what I wanted omitted. Tom Yum Fried Rice delicious! Best place to order DoorDash in Nashville."
Pad Thai
Stir-fried, fresh thin rice noodles with egg, tofu, peanuts, garlic, bean sprouts, green onions, and Pad Thai sauce; served with lime
$20.01
Drunken Noodles
Stir-fried fresh wide rice noodles with egg, garlic, Thai chili, fresh basil leaves, mushrooms, carrots, bell peppers, and onions
$19.92
Spring Rolls
Thin rice wrap, cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, and onions; served with sweet & sour sauce
$8.39
Red Curry
Red curry paste mixed with coconut milk, bell peppers, carrots, bamboo shoots, and fresh basil leaves
$21.19
Honey's BIE Thai & Sushi

Honey's BIE Thai & Sushi

4.6
(1k+)
• Thai • Noodles
$0 delivery fee
"the pad woon sen was really good! I ordered a medium spice but honestly I probably would do hot next time as it's not super strong. the gyoza were also really good with a nice crunch and a good filling. my only reason for doing 4 stars is that overall, the food is kind of expensive for what you get. like the gyoza were $9 but you only get 5"
"I was too excited to wait for picture before adding herbs and sauces provided. FULL bowl, flavor is rich and nice bite from hoisin. Fresh basil is very aromatic and everything overall fresh as well. Would order again!"
Pad Thai
A Popular traditional Thai noodle dish of pan-fried thin rice noodle, stir-fried with choice of your meat, eggs, managed flavor with sweet and sour tamarind sauce and bean sprouts, topped with ground peanuts and scallions and lime wedge.
$19.12
Egg Roll (3 pcs)
Egg roll with specially prepared filling with carrots, cabbage, sweet potatoes, and vermicelli noodles served with sweet & sour sauce.
$7.25
Thai Fried Rice
Stir-fried rice with garlic, eggs, onions, tomatoes, peas & carrots and our signature sauce, served with sliced cucumber.
$19.21
PHO Noodle Soup
Beef broth with choice of your meat, onions, scallions and cilantro topped with fried garlic.
$20.67
JB Sushi

JB Sushi

4.8
(100+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
"So delicious !!!! Crab Rangoon (4 Pcs)phenomenal Katsu Fried Rice delicious AF!!! Lo Mein Fried Chicken 10/10 Fuji a HIT!!!! Shrimp Fried Rice mouthwatering • packaged well !!! I'm a fan!!!!!"
"good flavor, but there is a lot more rice on the roll, and it kind of takes away from the inside contents"
Crunchy Roll
Cooked. Crab salad, avocado, topped with spicy sauce, sushi sauce, and crispy onion.
$12.07
Fuji
Cooked. Crab-Salad, Cream Cheese, Topped With Spicy Sauce, Eel Sauce, Crispy Onion
$12.74
Crab Rangoon (4 Pcs)
Wonton filled with cream cheese and crab salad
$7.83
California Roll
Cooked. Crab stick, avocado, cucumber
$8.64
Teriyaki Madness

Teriyaki Madness

4.7
(4k+)
• Japanese • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"First time ordering from Teriyaki Madness. Super fast prep and delivery! Ordered the Two Protein Bowl- Large Size Only with teriyaki chicken, spicy tofu, power bowl with veggies only, and a small cup of the spicy new Mad Sauce (Yum!). Also ordered the Side Noodles. Food was hot and fresh when it arrived. Generous portions (plenty for us). Good value. Thank you! "
"I fell in love from the 1st bite .. I am not much of a chicken person. However, this is the BEST CHICKEN I have ever eaten. I usually order chicken thighs with fried rice. The outstanding crew here has always been spot on with my order. I have been ordering the food for months & months and many months! You have to try!!"
Chicken Teriyaki Bowl
This is it. The Hall of Famer. The MVP of Teriyaki. Marinated, hand-trimmed, fresh, all-natural grilled chicken thigh served with our signature teriyaki glaze. Add some white rice, brown rice, fried rice or noodles and stir-fry veggies. So good, you have to give us a little money to get it.
$16.12
Two Protein Bowl- Large Size Only
Can't settle on just one type of protein? Choose 2 of your favorites in this bowl! Comes with 4oz of each protein.
$22.05
Orange Chicken Bowl
Orange doesn’t rhyme with anything, but it’s delicious! Big pieces of chicken in sweet orange sauce for a delicious take on everyone’s favorite go-to chicken dish. Add it to your choice of white rice, brown rice, fried rice or noodles and stir-fry veggies.
$17.26
Spicy Chicken Teriyaki Bowl
A crowd favorite! Our fresh chicken teriyaki is wok-tossed in our signature spicy sauce and placed upon some white rice, brown rice, fried rice or noodles, and stir-fry veggies. More flavor than heat! Warning: highly addictive. This is THE staff favorite!
$17.59
Teriyaki Madness

Teriyaki Madness

4.8
(300+)
• Chinese • Asian Fusion
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Chicken Teriyaki Bowl had large portions, cooked perfectly and the best tasting i have had."
"This place was SO good when it first opened, but my steak bowl yesterday was terrible. The steak was almost entirely fat/inedible and the bowl was nearly $25 after fees"
Two Protein Bowl- Large Size Only
Can't settle on just one type of protein? Choose 2 of your favorites in this bowl! Comes with 4oz of each protein.
$21.75
Chicken Teriyaki Bowl
This is it. The Hall of Famer. The MVP of Teriyaki. Marinated, hand-trimmed, fresh, all-natural grilled chicken thigh served with our signature teriyaki glaze. Add some white rice, brown rice, fried rice or noodles and stir-fry veggies. So good, you have to give us a little money to get it.
$16.43
Spicy Chicken Teriyaki Bowl
A crowd favorite! Our fresh chicken teriyaki is wok-tossed in our signature spicy sauce and placed upon some white rice, brown rice, fried rice or noodles, and stir-fry veggies. More flavor than heat! Warning: highly addictive. This is THE staff favorite!
$17.57
Chicken Breast Teriyaki Bowl
Hand-trimmed chicken breast (white meat) served with our signature teriyaki sauce. Choice of white rice, brown rice, fried rice or noodles and steamed or stir-fry veggies.
$16.46
Viet Tea Cafe

Viet Tea Cafe

4.6
(1k+)
• Vietnamese • Boba
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Holy smokes!!! That was the most delicious and flavorful Wonton Noodle Soup I have had in a long time. Comes with only four or five wontons though but those were so tasty too. Got extra Char Siu Pork and it balanced out the few wontons. 10/10 tho "
"I grew up in Hanoi and can say all the dishes I ordered were amazing. Spicy Beef Noodle Soup (Bun Bo Hue) was super flavorful and Creme Brûlée Goodness was sooo good. Their Banh Mi Sandwich has pate in it and that's the first I've seen but definitely elevated the flavor. The only thing I'd suggest for the restaurant is packing more broth."
Beef Pho Noodle Soup
Tradition Vietnamese beef noodle soup featuring rare beef, beef briskets and traditional veggies.
$17.16
Banh Mi Sandwich
Vietnamese sandwich, served on in-house baked baguette, comes with House Mayo, Liver Pate, Cucumber, Cilantro and Jalapeno (Spicy)
$10.49
Spring Rolls
Choice of shrimp, pork, or pork and shrimp, wrapped in rice paper with fresh vermicelli, mint, and thin sliced lettuce.
$7.85
Fruit Teas
Your choice of flavor mixed with our 100% Brewed Green Tea. Dairy Free and Gluten Free.
$6.65

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