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Germantown Cafe Building - Germantown Cafe, Nashville, TN

Germantown Cafe

4.6 (2528)
$30 and under
American
1200 5th Avenue, North, Nashville, TN 37208

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • 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 semi-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
    Dani White: (315) 263-9352
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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

Private dining

What 2,528 people are saying

Germantown Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Neighborhood gem

  • Nashville

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Germantown Cafe stands out for its "delicious food" and "excellent service," making it a cherished Nashville staple. With "amazing" French Onion soup and "unique" brunch options, it never disappoints. While ambiance can be lively, the attentive staff ensures a memorable dining experience. Enjoy delightful cocktails and a cozy atmosphere in Germantown's heart.
2,528 Reviews
  1. Aadi

    Alabama1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great happy hour! Crab cakes were fantastic! Will definitely return.

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  2. Regan VIP

    Nashville26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was outstanding and Thomas was great! Been a few years since we visited but will be back soon.

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  3. Ernest

    Nashville1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    This establishment is known for good food and they did not disappoint. However, they now suffer from a common Nashville problem, understaffed FOH. Servers waiting on a ridiculous number of tables and unable to perform check backs or drink refills. The big issue was the ambience. The restaurant is already very noisy but in the cafe where we were seated was a 4 top of very loud patrons. The combination of too much alcohol and enthusiasm led to this table screaming at each other trying to be heard. The other 6 tables in the cafe were equally annoyed but everyone just ate quickly and scurried out. It was quite disappointing that management did not address the issue with the table and allowed the boisterous behavior to damage everyone else's dining experience.

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  4. Emily VIP

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Prices expensive but good was good and waitress was very nice

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  5. Stacey

    Central Kentucky43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    More than a staple for Nashville! I have been coming here nearly since the opened 20+ years ago, then they burned then they reopened. They STILL have everything you love about Germantown; the food is delicious and not absurd Nashville prices, their cocktails are truly delicious and their staff is ever so kind and knowledgeable. It can get loud at lunch and sometimes you have a few out of towners that talk really loudly (we are in the South people, keep it down a bit) but those are nothing to deter you from coming. Not to mention the best damn French Onion soup in the city! They recently added a summer squash fritter, which I had last night and YUM!

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  6. Phillip

    Nashville30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our experience at the restaurant was excellent: both the food & the service. Our only complaint is that the menu items and/or prices shown on their website did not match those on the restaurant menu.

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  7. Mary

    Nashville7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Germantown Cafe. The food and the service were excellent as usual!

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  8. Juliana

    Seattle / Eastern Washington5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Cinnamon donut holes were good. It the entrees we ordered were incredibly bland. It was hard to believe that eggs dishes described so nice on the menu taste d and fell flat. And the offee was bitter. Wait staff were very nice and the food came out very quickly.

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  9. Robert

    Nashville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and really good service! Server took good care of us.

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  10. Jeanette

    St. Louis3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Chef needs to learn how to use seasoning on the vegetables and potatoes. They were quite bland.

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FAQs

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Germantown Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 2528 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Germantown Café can host almost any sort of special occasion in our semi-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
    Dani White: (315) 263-9352
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