Restaurants near Shutes Branch Recreation Area

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1. The Chop House - Hendersonville

4.8

Exceptional(1761)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Hendersonville

Booked 22 times today

Welcome to The Chop House® restaurants, where we strive to provide each guest with friendly service in an inviting environment. Our service and our food is guaranteed!Established in 1992 by Mike Connor with the help of family and friends, The Chop House® has become one of the premier casual restaurant concepts in the Southeast, with 12 locations spread across 4 states.Our number one goal is to provide a superior dining experience to every guest. We do this by providing guest-obsessed service and generous portions of delicious food using the freshest ingredients.

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2. Famous Dave's - Hermitage

4.2

Awesome(3)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Old Hickory / Hermitage

Famous Dave's is in Hermitage, and has a reputation for its award-winning BBQ. It is also popular because of the quality of the ingredients with almost all dishes being made from scratch. Though the menu at Famous Dave's in Hermitage does emphasize the tasty BBQ options, it is not limited just to the famous ribs. There are chicken and pork selections in addition to alternatives like soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers and an array of build your own feasts and combo plates. Kids enjoy a menu of their own and the homemade dessert selections are also one of the reasons for the ongoing success of Famous Dave's in Hermitage.

3. Noko

4.9

Exceptional(1687)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • East Nashville

Booked 57 times today

Nestled in the heart of East Nashville, Noko is an Asian-inspired, wood-fired restaurant inspired by wanderlust and simplicity of the region. Here, Executive Chef Dung “Junior” Vo aims to perfect the balance of new and old techniques in wood fire cooking, putting his Asian-influenced spins on familiar proteins and indigenous vegetables through smoking, searing, and roasting.

4. V Modern Italian

4.3

Awesome(196)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 86 times today

V is the Roman numeral for Five, come and feed all your senses.

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5. Pelato - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(803)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Germantown

Booked 112 times today

At Pelato we proudly serve authentic Brooklyn Italian fare, reimagined in a small plate & casual atmosphere. We embrace the richness of Italian culture, infused with the unmistakable spirit of Brooklyn. It's not just a motto; it's in our DNA.For groups of 9 or more and private event inquiries, please reach out to Holly at holly@pelatorestaurant.com. Outdoor dining available year-round in our enclosed, covered, & heated patio. Indoor seating is not guaranteed for patio diners in the event of poor weather conditions.20% gratuity will be applied to groups of 6 or more. Split checks may be divided up to 4 credit cards at equal value. A corkage fee of $45 per 750ml will be applied to guests bringing their own wine (limit 2 bottles). A dessert plating fee of $5 per person will be applied to any outside desserts. Due to high demand, tables are subject to a 2-hour limit.

6. Harper's

4.8

Exceptional(1701)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 69 times today

Globally-inspired steakhouse with stunning design, unparalleled service and international cocktails.

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7. Aquarium Restaurant - Opry Mills

4.1

Excellent(2562)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Donelson

Booked 91 times today

Dive into food and fun at the Aquarium Restaurant, located in the Opry Mills Mall! Your underwater adventure begins as you are seated around a 200,000-gallon aquarium tank, home to a wide variety of fish, sharks, stingrays and more! Make a splash with deliciously fresh seafood, steak, chicken and decadent desserts all served in an unbelievable underwater setting. Make Aquarium part of your next field trip, birthday party or special event. Customized birthday parties, special events, educational programs and tours are available. Plan a visit to the Aquarium today!

8. The Hampton Social - Nashville

4.6

Exceptional(5896)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 114 times today

The Hampton Social - Nashville is the perfect place to imbibe and enjoy the feeling of summer days. Located just minutes from the bustling Broadway street, The Hampton Social is ready to celebrate the every day in the Music City. Our 3-story restaurant features a first-floor "Rosé All Day" lounge, second-floor dining with a private dining space, and our brand new rooftop terrace with indoor and outdoor seating. Known for our lively dining experiences featuring exceptional coastal-inspired food, cocktails, and live music in a beautifully designed atmosphere. Open for Lunch, Dinner, and Weekend Brunch

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9. The Finch - Nashville

4.6

Exceptional(1169)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 79 times today

Elegant restaurant nestled in the historic Union Station complete anchored with a craft cocktail center bar.

10. Kase x Noko

5.0

Exceptional(264)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • East Nashville

Booked 15 times today

A 14 seat, neighborhood Omakase from the team that brought you Noko Nashville. This is a 14 course, 90min nigiri & hand roll dining experience for $75. We highly recommend arriving 5-10 minutes early to enjoy a drink at our Japanese cocktail bar as we start promptly at your reservation time. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the cuisine, we will not be able to accommodate fish allergies or vegetarians.

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M
Mckenna
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our waiter, Davis, was amazing!! He gave us such good recommendations for food and where to go out to for the weekend! The BEST food around, definitely recommend to stop by!!
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Pelato - NashvillePrice: Expensive• Italian• Germantown
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4.8
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Demetrios
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was great, the food was good, the service was great, we will definitely be back
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NokoPrice: Expensive• Asian• East Nashville
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4.9
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MeganVIP
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was an excellent experience. I think the check is probably slightly overpriced for the quality of the goods received, but the service was exceptional, the wines were good, and the pasta was delightful.
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V Modern ItalianPrice: Moderate• Italian• The Gulch & North Gulch
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4.3
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Ann
Northwest Florida •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Our meals were delicious and our servers were excellent. However, a large group was seated in the space beside us and were so loud we left early and skipped dessert.
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The Chop House - HendersonvillePrice: Expensive• Steak• Hendersonville
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4.8
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Logan
1 review
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
Great service and even better food!! Definitely a great place to eat if you are in the area.
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Famous Dave's - HermitagePrice: Moderate• American• Old Hickory / Hermitage
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4.2

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