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Choy, Nashville, TN
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Choy

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$30 and under
Chinese
121B 12th Ave N., Nashville, TN 37203

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
Choy brings nostalgic Chinese American flavors utilizing local Tennessee ingredients by consulting Michelin-Star & James Beard Award Winning Chef Brandon Jew. Our signature Whole Roasted Peking-Style Duck is our crown jewel and is served in ceremony while our dining room boasts grand mid-20th century Shanghai art-deco design that transports you back to the Golden Age era.

Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: Chinese American flavors meet Tennessee ingredients at this sleek restaurant named one of the 25 best in the city by The New York Times. Inspired by consulting chef Brandon Jew’s SF hotspot Mister Jiu's, Choy dishes up cross-cultural hits like roast duck with peanut butter hoisin and gulf snapper with fermented black beans. Beverage titans Justin Mueller & Abe Vucekovich have created an enviable drinks program spotlighting rare selections that pair perfectly with the food and moody interiors featuring grand emerald leather booths and artwork by acclaimed Nashville artist Ed Nash.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    The Gulch & North Gulch
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We offer parking validation in the Whole Foods Parking Garage next door. $12 for 4 hours. There is also free street parking available around the neighborhood.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • Mahjong Free Play at Choy

    $33.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 14, 2025 only
    5:00 PM
    Each Ticket includes your first Drink (wine by the glass, cocktail, or beer), Light Snacks, and Free Play led by Missy Mahjong in Choy's exclusive Mahjong Room located in the Crane Room.
    Mahjong Free Play at Choy Photo
  • Beginners Mahjong Session by Missy Mahjong at Choy

    $33.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 14, 2025 only
    5:00 PM
    Only 8 exclusive spots open for a beginner lesson by Missy Mahjong at Choy. Each Ticket includes your first Drink (wine by the glass, cocktail, or beer), and Light Snacks in Choy's exclusive Mahjong Room located in the Crane Room.
    Beginners Mahjong Session by Missy Mahjong at Choy Photo

What 142 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Choy offers an "amazing dining experience" in Nashville, combining "exceptional food" with "impeccable service." The atmosphere is "beautiful" and "inviting," making it perfect for any occasion. The Peking duck is a "must-try," and the "creative cocktails" add to the experience. Service is "attentive" and "friendly," ensuring a memorable visit.

142 Reviews
  1. Jessie

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Choy’s level of service continues to impress. The staff are incredible. The food is excellent and the drink menu has options for everyone. We love Choy for special occasions because they always go an extra mile to celebrate with you.

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  2. Frequentflyer

    Nashville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceeded expectations. This is a diamond in the rough, do not hesitate to dine at this exceptional restaurant! 11/10 will be back soon.

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  3. Eddie

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food was excellent! I will definitely recommend Choy to everybody! Everything was perfect and everyone was amazing and professional, from the hostess to the staff. Thank you so very much for a beautiful evening and wonderful memories!

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  4. Michael VIP

    Nashville20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good. Unfortunately it is unacceptable for an entree to take 1 hour and minutes to be prepared. I had to leave after only a few because it took so unbelievably long to prepare the entree. If it takes over an hour to prepare an entree. Then obviously that needs to be communicated to diners, and any restaurant knows that.

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  5. David VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can’t recommend this place enough. This is a Michelin-star level restaurant: from the service, to the food, to the overall experience. Highly recommend.

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  6. Stephen

    Nashville4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! We celebrated my wife’s birthday, and they rolled out the red carpet, making her feel special. Good food, excellent staff, very attentive.

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  7. Crystal VIP

    Nashville25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tens across the board. Our server was knowledgeable of the menu and able to answer all of our questions. There is not one bad thing I could say about anything we ate. The scallion pancake was a star. The smashed cucumbers had a smokiness that was a nice surprise for us as the marinade for other similar dishes in town tend to be on the sweeter side. The sticky ribs had a really nice char and the shumai were generously sized. We decided to forgo a large dish for more small plates mentioned before and the steak fried rice. The steak bits in the rice were also nice and meaty with a marinade that does come through. We ended with the tart dessert which was not too heavy and just the right amount of sweet. The main level seating is all high booths which was a plus because you actually feel like your table has privacy. No doubt we will be back!

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  8. Nathan VIP

    Atlanta13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I was honestly surprised by how disappointed I was with Choy. The food just didn’t live up to the hype—and for the price, it was really underwhelming. The only things we truly enjoyed were the cucumber salad and our drinks. On a positive note, the service was excellent. However, we were seated up on the railing area, which felt like we weren’t even part of the actual restaurant. By the time we paid and left, I couldn’t help but feel like I’d been robbed. Unfortunately, I don’t think I’ll be back.

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  9. Rhiannon

    Tallahassee1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and experience was top notch! Highly recommend the egg drop soup and red snapper.

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  10. Chris VIP

    Nashville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Peking Duck was incredible! Made for a really special experience. Not sure I would order off the regular menu though.

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FAQs

Choy offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (615) 696-7353.

Choy is rated 4.8 stars by 142 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
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Choy

121B 12th Ave N., Nashville, TN 37203

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    The Gulch & North Gulch
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We offer parking validation in the Whole Foods Parking Garage next door. $12 for 4 hours. There is also free street parking available around the neighborhood.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
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