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Germantown Cafe

4.7
4.7
2162 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Germantown Café is your neighborhood bar + restaurant, bringing together charm, flavor, and a lively atmosphere for more than 19 years. Nestled in the heart of Germantown, #GTCNash is a welcoming experience with a menu specializing in straightforward cooking with a splash of Southern hospitality- comfortable, not complicated.

Please be aware there is a two hour dining limit on all tables to allow everyone the opportunity to enjoy our reopening.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 67 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, French
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (615) 242-3226
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jeffrey A. Martin, Managing Partner
  • Private party facilities
    Germantown Café can host almost any sort of special occasion in our private dining room. Whether it’s a business luncheon, a wedding rehearsal dinner, or just a large dinner party for friends, we can seat up to thirty people in our flexible, private space.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (844) 505-5081
  • Neighborhood
    Germantown
  • Cross street
    Madison Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available most days, along with our parking lot across Madison Street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,162 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    American

  • Nashville

    American

2,162 Reviews
  1. Brucer

    Nashville

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Germantown Cafe is a wonderful spot in a great Nashville neighborhood. It is our favorite place to go in Nashville when you want to be downtown without being downtown.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful! Food, drink, atmosphere! 10/10

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  3. AndySks

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Ate here for brunch on a Sunday. Food was very good (especially the potatoes) but my poached eggs were not hot. Service was attentive and the space was lively.

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  4. Andrea

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Overall it was good. Food took a bit long to come out but we were having a leisurely brunch so it was ok.

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  5. TraciL

    Omaha

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ate outside and had a great server with delicious recommendations!! I had the Shrimp and Grits with a pineapple mimosa, my husband had the Lemon Poppyseed French Toast. Both were delicious!!

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  6. NatalieK

    Nashville

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We scored a great last minute seat outside on the patio at Germantown Cafe. The food was excellent (as always) and came out super quickly. Our waiter was the absolutely best - so nice and friendly, funny and conversation and seemed to really love his job. I wish I had gotten his name! We always have a great experience at Germantown Cafe which is why it's one of our regular spots!

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  7. JessicaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I have been wanting to try Germantown Cafe for awhile and finally had a night out. We were very impressed with the quality of the food, the flavors and presentation. Our server was great too. We will definitely be back soon!!

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  8. TastyS

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    Steak was chewy. Other food was average. Not worth the price!

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  9. NashShann

    Nashville

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always delicious! The shrimp and grits are fantastic and the bread service is a must do. This is my fave neighborhood spot and it never disappoints.

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  10. AnnetteS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great as usual. Brunch has many delicious options and is highly recommended!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    One of my go to spots in Nashville! Crab Cakes are my favorite menu item. Always great customer service. In a town where you can get a lot of overpriced mediocre food …GTC is quality for a fair price ! :)

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  12. ElizabethM

    Nashville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great local restaurant for out-of town visitors and local residents. Support your local business entrepreneurs

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food and service! I also enjoy their limited outdoor seating.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and customer service was amazing! 10/10 I recommend!

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  15. rxlmd

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Abigail was an excellent server! Her customer service was outstanding. The food was delicious and the bottomless mimosas were great!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    We sat at the bar and never got the food we ordered and finally we had to leave. Very poor service

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  17. KayceT

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was awesome! The plum pork is a standout, and don’t skip the French onion soup!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service and food were great! Will definitely be returning to Germantown Cafe sometime soon.

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  19. gettingmyfoodieon

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service! Looking forward to our next visit!!

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  20. TraciP

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We are visiting from out of town and this restaurant was recommended by locals and the hotel staff. It did not disappoint! I will definitely return when back in town.

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  21. KimW

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    We had a 6 PM reservation. The restaurant was less than 50 percent full and our party of 4 was seated at the worst table in the house next to the servers station and the scullery. My mash potatoes were luke warm at best at best. They were clearly instant mask potatoes. After a 5 minute wait standing at our undesirable table, we were move to a window table near the front of the dining room. This was appreciated. The mashed potatoes were replaced with hot mashed potatoes straight out of the microwave. At least they were hot but very dry.

    Germantown CafeResponded on September 9, 2023

    Hi Kim, we're very sorry that we didn't get you sat at a more desirable table in the dining room. This was one that tends to provide more privacy and we understand others could have been preferred. We promise that we don't use a microwave for any mashed potatoes; however, it does sound like the consistency was incorrect. We appreciate this feedback! They should have been hot and creamy and it sounds like this was not the case. We'd love to make this up to you! Would you mind texting your name to 877-353-4037?

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic dining experience and Abbigail was wonderful. Highly recommend.

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  23. YolandaC

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great food, Hailey and Rodney were awesome. Will be back!

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  24. Thatonegirl

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a good place to eat at for brunch!

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  25. KellyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything we ordered was great - reasonable prices, great drinks - just a great experience.

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  26. NotGreat

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    30 minute wait just to get water, terrible service, had to get manager just to serve us, and meal was dry. Would not recommend

    Germantown CafeResponded on August 29, 2023

    Hello, we sincerely apologize for the experience you had with us, and thank you for taking the time to write this review. We have systems and standards in place, to ensure things like this never happen. We pride ourselves on the quality of food and service we hope to provide, and we failed you. We'd love the opportunity to make it up to you. Would you please text 877-353-4037 with your name? We appreciate your feedback! We hope you give us another chance!

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  27. retsy

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first time there. Cuisine superb. Appetizer: squash fritters served with tasty sauce. Entree: fresh and perfectly cooked salmon, again with delicious sauce. I think this chef’s specialty must be his/her sauces. Helpful waitstaff. Happy, upscale vibe to the place. We couldn’t have been happier! Thank you!

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  28. jenniferj

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have been to Germantown Cafe quite a few times, the food is consistently delicious, the service is always knowledgeable, quick and friendly! Their French Onion Soup and their Salmon BBQ Burgers are amazing! Easy parking and convenient location, it's my go-to place to meet friends. I highly recommend this cafe!

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  29. MelissaW

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Total experience was awesome! Service, food....amazing

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  30. JackieC

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience1
    It was so incredibly loud that it was impossible to talk to anyone at our table unless you screamed. Even our waitress kept asking, "What?" because she couldn't hear us. We have been coming to this restaurant since it opened and hope that you can figure out a solution. We hadn't been in probably a year because of this, but wanted to give it another shot.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Declan was an excellent waiter. The food was drinks were very good. We enjoyed our dinner and will definitely come back next time we visit.

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  32. Cici

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Food and service were okay. The mushroom frittata was completely unseasoned. Super loud.

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  33. Jeff

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Germantown Cafe never disappoints...always a great experience!

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  34. FizzFan

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great food and service! Try the fried green tomato sandwich. YUM!

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was amazing and the food was delicious! It’s a must if you are in the area. Germantown is a beautiful area.

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  36. Bond

    Nashville

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
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  37. Braddy

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It is always a great experience to go to Mid Town Cafe. The food is great! The people are nice. The environment is relaxing and a great place for business. I have been going for almost 15 years and it has been consistently great!

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  38. DenRig

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first time visiting Germantown Cafe, and was recommended to us. We went for Sunday brunch, and it did not disappoint. Excellent variety in the menu, great breakfast, with the food being served hot, and relatively promptly. Atmosphere was great and we will certainly be back.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great. Good food choices and quality. Some interesting summer drinks to try. Excellent service

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  40. KaraD

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had the best brunch! I ordered the crab eggs benedict with a pineapple mimosa. Yummy! Great service and hostess was very welcoming.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Germantown Cafe using the Order Online button. Germantown Cafe also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates.

Germantown Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 2162 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 67 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Germantown Cafe

1200 5th Avenue, North, Nashville, TN 37208

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Madison Street
  • Neighborhood
    Germantown
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available most days, along with our parking lot across Madison Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jeffrey A. Martin, Managing Partner
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (615) 242-3226
  • Private party facilities
    Germantown Café can host almost any sort of special occasion in our private dining room. Whether it’s a business luncheon, a wedding rehearsal dinner, or just a large dinner party for friends, we can seat up to thirty people in our flexible, private space.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (844) 505-5081
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