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A photo of Locust Nashville restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(109)
Price: Very Expensive
• Irish • Belmont / Hillsboro
Booked 26 times today
Locust brings a chaotic elegance to Nashville's dining scene. Chef Trevor Moran and team carefully assemble an ever-changing menu highlighting seafood and local, seasonal products: think raw bar selection, whole grilled fish, a decadent crab omelette, all rounded out with tea and biscuits shaved ice. Lunch: Friday - Sunday 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (reservations required)Dinner: Friday - Sunday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (reservations required)Patio Bar: Sunday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM*Please note that Locust is a CARD ONLY establishment, and does not accept cash payments at this time.
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4.8
Exceptional(5482)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill
Booked 92 times today
**We are currently experiencing technical difficulty with communication between OpenTable and our Table Management Software. Please use our website (urbangrub.net) to see our availability. Urban Grub is a casual fine dining bar and eatery located in a renovated carwash in Nashville’s iconic 12 South district.The design of the restaurant features a rustic elegance, filled with custom woodwork, stone fireplaces and rounded booths tucked in intimate corners. Urban Grub offers both indoor and outdoor seating with a combination of the two in the beer garden, accompanied a view of the restaurant’s meat curing room, as well as a covered gazebo for larger parties.From the inviting indoor-outdoor atmosphere to the elevated Southern cuisine of fresh seafood, house-made charcuterie, and prime dry-aged steaks, the experience is unforgettable.
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4.8
Exceptional(233)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 15 times today
Award-winning The Catbird Seat will soon open in its new home inside the Bill Voorhees Building on 8th Avenue South. Be among the first to experience this next chapter, where Chefs Tiffani Ortiz and Andy Doubrava will offer a fun and approachable 15-course tasting menu rooted in seasonality and creativity. Beverage pairings - both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, will be available upon arrival. The Catbird Seat welcomes most dietary restrictions, including allergies, vegetarian, and celiac diets with advanced notice. Come early, or stay late, and visit The Patterson House, our adjoining cocktail bar, for a pre- or post-dinner drink.
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5.0
Exceptional(103)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • South Nashville
Booked 8 times today
Bastion is the 24-seat restaurant of James Beard Foundation Award Nominee Chef Josh Habiger. It is located in a separate area within the casual cocktail bar of the same name, and it is a part of the Wedgewood Houston neighborhood of Nashville, TN. Bastion's dining room features counter seating around the kitchen for parties of 2 as well as three tables for parties of 3 to 6. Bastion's small team serves a weekly set menu of six dinner courses featuring many dishes with a wide variety of flavors, ingredients, and inspirations. Friendly service guides you through the culinary experience, which also features wine pairings, creative cocktails, and a curated vinyl soundtrack. Come early or stay late in the hidden Little Bar, which is a private offering for guests of the restaurant.
A photo of The Farm House restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2473)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 28 times today
We are a southern Restaurant & Bar (Best Happy Hour in Nashville) with a touch of Italian. Chefs Trey Cioccia & Robert Compton have been working side by side for 17 years. We are located directly across the street from the Schermerhorn and one block from the Bridgestone Arena, Country Music Hall of Fame, and the Ascend Amphitheater. We are a casual laid back restaurant, with a bar that makes y'all feel at home. We have Happy Hour every day (at the bar) and valet parking on Fridays and Saturdays. If you wake up hungry on the weekend, we serve Brunch and all you need to drink Mimosa's
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4.7
Exceptional(3272)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 51 times today
Modern Diner. Global Fare. Delicious Fun. This is The Mockingbird. Led by talented culinary duo executive chef / partner Brian Riggenbach and front-of-house extraordinaire / partner Mikey Corona, The Mockingbird offers a menu of comfort classics with a global twist and an ambiance of art deco diner whimsy. Walls are covered in beautiful custom-made wallpaper, painted tin tiles on the ceiling, windows open to two patios as weather allows and a larger-than-life mirrored bird sculpture overlooking the dining room. And then there’s the food and drink! Munch on a Mockingburger or Mac N Cheese (aka Feeling Grate!) while sipping an Old-Fashioned-ish or a Punchin’ Bag (ask about it – they are famous!). We also love hosting group events! We have a private dining room, an upstairs dining room and an enclosed patio, all perfect for bridal showers and bachelorette parties plus business lunches and corporate dinners. Y’all come see us! **Reservation cancelation policy is strictly enforced**
A photo of Chauhan Ale & Masala House restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5749)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 45 times today
Spice it up at Chauhan! Devoted to creating a unique dining experience in Nashville’s bustling food scene, Chauhan Ale & Masala House is the highly lauded Indian restaurant from celebrity chef and TV personality Maneet Chauhan. Her Indian roots, zest for travel and affection for Southern cuisine have beautifully collided at Chauhan to offer a menu featuring globally-influenced Indian cuisine that highlights aspects of the culinary scene in India as well as Nashville, perfectly combining Indian fare with traditional Southern dishes. For locals, put Chauhan in your restaurant rotation. For tourists, no trip is complete without a visit to Chauhan. We're open 7 days a week for dinner and Brunch. We also have the perfect spot for hosting group events in our private dining room. From business lunches and corporate dinners to family gatherings and birthday celebrations, we have you covered! *For parties of 7 or more, please call for reservations.
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4.8
Exceptional(8691)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 45 times today
Etch is a foodie's paradise, with bold flavors and unique presentations that consistently impress. The restaurant is praised for its wide-ranging, creative menu, and its chef's attention to detail is evident in every dish. Reviewers rave about the excellent service, and the atmosphere is described as upscale yet relaxed. It's a place where you can savor the best of contemporary American cuisine, with an extensive wine list and modern take on classic cocktails to complement your meal.
A photo of Henley restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1231)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Music Row
Booked 3 times today
Henley is a foodie's paradise. It's Southern cuisine with a twist, featuring hand-selected bourbon and Tennessee whiskey barrels in their drink program. The reviews rave about the 'excellent food', 'great food and ambience', and 'variety on the menu'. The restaurant puts 'a lot of effort into the menu, service, and atmosphere', and the 'quality and quantity of food and drinks was very good'. Even the decor adds to the multisensory delight, making it a must-visit for any food enthusiast.
A photo of Koré restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(143)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • East Nashville
Booked 31 times today
A new international tapas restaurant called ᴋᴏʀé has opened in 97 Chapel Ave., East Nashville. Don't walk, run!
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