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Ella's on 2nd

4.5
4.5
379 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
In the spirit of warm, soulful hospitality and fresh seasonal cuisine, Ella’s on 2nd is one of Nashville’s most approachable and cheerful gathering places. Named for hotel co-owner Michael Hayes’s grandmother, Ella’s is located in the SoBro district of downtown Nashville, just a short walk from all the best things MusicCity has to offer.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Italian, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (629) 248-9515
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alex Adams
  • Catering
    For more information, please head to our Private Dining page on Ella's on 2nd website www.ellason2nd.com for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Ella's on 2nd, just a couple of blocks off of Broadway, offers full service event planning that will help you design every detail for your occasion. From corporate events to rehearsal dinners and everything in between, Ella's will make every moment of your event extraordinary.
  • Private party contact
    Tommy: (629) 248-9515
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Sobro
  • Cross street
    Malloy Street
  • Parking details
    Garages | Interactive Map | Downtown Nashville Parking: https://nashvilledowntown.com/get-around/nashville-parkingValet Parking is available for hotel guests.
  • Public transit
    Situated in the heart of SoBro, Ella's on 2nd is located inside the Hyatt Centric Hotel in Downtown Nashville which is conveniently located just under seven miles from Nashville International Airport (BNA). Explore Nashville with ease as the hotel is just steps from bus stops and other public transportation options.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Brunch Buffet

    $28.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Lavish Brunch Buffet exclusive of drinks.

What 379 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

379 Reviews
  1. SarahB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was wonderful and Daniel, our waiter, took care of us like an old friend. You can hear the person next you here but also doesn't feel too formal. Would come again and definitely recommend.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wait staff was awesome. Food was delicious and drinks were good

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  3. Javier

    Madrid

    10 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience1
    When we asked for our table, we were seated in the entrance, while restaurant was almost empty. They seated us in the worse place and didn't asked for a better location. Restaurant was never full, more around 30% in their busiest period, there were tons of tables empty for the whole time. Food was ok, and asking for the bill took 20 minutes. Regular food, bad table and slow service. I will not repeat.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    I had higher expectations. The location is great. We saw a show after at ascend. But the food was just alright.

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  5. ChrisG

    Charleston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience4
    Not as advertised. Nothing special and my omelet had canned spinach in it. Very disappointing.

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  6. Mocakes

    Nashville

    84 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    84 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this place. Each time we have dine there our service has been great, the food so yummy and the wine/cocktail list is great! Dillon was our server and he was so good with our group, as we had been at the wine tasting event at River Front Park all day drinking. He was fun and engaging!

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  7. Foodie

    Nashville

    94 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    94 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was exceptional and the food was full of flavor. We enjoyed it all from the minute we sat down till we left, we will definitely be back.

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  8. DalC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The music could have been lower for the acoustics of the room. Too “energetic” for dining.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Sarah Manzo was the BEST server!!! The food was excellent.

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  10. Kevin

    Nashville

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and service was great. Would definitely recommend!

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  11. SandraH

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Located on a quiet corner off 2nd avenue within east walking distance of Broadway. Nice location, but missing that extra special flare to make it unique. Service was prompt and good throughout our visit. Food, however was disappointing. Cauliflower appetizer was undercooked and tasted burnt. Food tasted mainstream somehow missing the mark on flavor and consistency.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience4
    The service was amazing and such friendly staff. We loved the appitizers. However — We were disappointed in the main courses. The New York strip - little to no flavor & pretty tough. The crab risotto was just okay. The short rib had flavor but was swimming in butter (to some this isn’t a bad thing haha.) not sure we would dine again but for a large group & last minute reservation, it fit our need! :)

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  13. DeborahV

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and food was delicious. Would definitely return.

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  14. Nycmo4

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yumyumyumyum! Don’t know why this place isn’t packed especially so close to downtown! Pleasant open floor pan with kitchen viewing. Attentive, kind service. The shishitos were unique and SO delicious but honestly so was everything we ordered. Portions were generous. Definitely going back!

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  15. KathrynA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a cute restaurant! The food was great and the service was wonderful!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    The fries and burgers were heavily salted to the point if not being edible.

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  17. Marianne

    Kansas City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service and the food was outstanding. It’s just off the beaten path so it’s nice and quiet.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everyone loved everything we ordered. The cheese and honey appetizer had everyone moaning in delight. My lemon caper salmon was salty and so delicious - one of the best I’ve ever had. My beet and arugula salad was well balanced. They were very gracious about my food allergies and the service was great. I will definitely be back when I am back in Nashville.

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  19. Anonymous

    Kansas City

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great food and great service away from the Broadway Machine.

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  20. DavidW

    Tampa

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We've been to Nashville 3 times in the last 14 months and we always stop by Ellas. The food is great as is the service. Savannah and Sara do an excellent job. The branzino is the best. Also recommend the whipped ricotta appetizer. Couldn't be better.

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  21. Tony

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    great tasting food, awesome water and friendly, cheerful hostess...we will be back!

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  22. Foodie

    Charleston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great, from the service to food and drinks! We had 10 of us altogether. We all shared the whipped housemade ricotta, meatballs and the shrimp scampi for appetizers. Favorite meals were the black truffle gnocchi and short ribs. Would definitely go back and highly recommend. Also tried the Italian coconut cream cake for dessert, and that was really good too.

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  23. ChloeH

    Alabama

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great quality, well seasoned food at an affordable price.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall4food2service4ambience3
    I was not impressed with the main dish, appetizers were much better.

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  25. LaurieG

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food- waiter was very well informed and gave great recommendations. Cocktails were delicious. Favorite things- Meatballs (amazingly good and the marinara sauce was to die for), Salmon Ricotta and Italian Creme Cake (best I've ever tasted and plenty large enough to share!!).

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  26. CarlaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing experience and the food by Chef Alex was perfection! We were showered with service from the moment we arrived and can't wait tell our friends and go again. Also best place to dine before a downtown concert or show1

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  27. KelleyH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a wonderful addition to the downtown restaurants for business lunches. The whipped ricotta cheese appetizer is to die for and you should definitely order it! I had the smash burger and it was outstanding. My guest had the Strawberry Fennel salad and tomato bisque soup and loved it. Plus, the service was outstanding, the ambience is cool and it was quiet. The restaurant may be louder closer to the lunch hour as there were not many tables filled when we went for a late lunch. I will definitely be having more business lunches at Ella's on 2nd.

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  28. Deereesoso

    Kansas City

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    The food was subpar, which was so disappointing. We did the brunch on Sunday and things were cold and just not worth the price.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience3
    We ordered 3 different food and they were horrible 🤮🤮🤮🤮 Not even eatable . The service was ok but the food was not good at all (((

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  30. DeniseS

    New York Area

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good from start to finish, food, service and staff all excellent!!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing service and food was cooked A++

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The food is great and the place wasn’t very crowded. Would absolutely go back!

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  33. PaulaS

    Nashville

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience2
    this was a good restaurant.the spare ribs are really good( like roast beef), the price is too high for what you get

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  34. GregATX

    Austin

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Great food. As much as they may not want this, it still feels like a hotel restaurant, which it is located in. Amazing food and service. Ambiance could be better.

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  35. AmitT

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for a business meeting; food was outstanding !!!Service very friendly.

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  36. MarcieL

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful space, best Eggs Benedict I've ever had and awesome customer service!

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  37. bruced

    Nashville

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our 3rd visit to Ella’s, and they again did not disappoint. We brought friends for their first visit and were totally impressed. Great food and service. Our only burning question…”Why are they not busier?”…

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  38. ChristopherW

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall2food5service2ambience4
    Everything was fine till I just looked at my bill. I just noticed that the gratuity was included. The server DID NOT notify me of this. Tipped on top of the tip. Would have been nice to have been notified.

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  39. AmandaM

    New Mexico

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was by far one of the best restaurants we dined at in Nashville! Super accommodating service and amazing food. Highly, highly recommend for dinner!!!

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  40. ScottS

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Booked Ella's on 2nd for dinner while looking for a break from Broadway. And it was exactly what we were looking for! We were greeted by Adrian and served by Nico. Both were very inviting and friendly. We started with the Marinated Olives and a couple glasses of wine. My wife ordered the Summer Beet Salad; which despite being an appetizer, was large enough for the main dish. I ordered the Simpson Farms NY Strip which was very flavorful and tender. Overall, definitely recommend giving Ella's on 2nd a visit!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Ella's on 2nd is rated 4.5 stars by 379 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 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ella's on 2nd

210 Molloy St, Nashville, TN 37201

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Malloy Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Sobro
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Italian, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Garages | Interactive Map | Downtown Nashville Parking: https://nashvilledowntown.com/get-around/nashville-parkingValet Parking is available for hotel guests.
  • Public transit
    Situated in the heart of SoBro, Ella's on 2nd is located inside the Hyatt Centric Hotel in Downtown Nashville which is conveniently located just under seven miles from Nashville International Airport (BNA). Explore Nashville with ease as the hotel is just steps from bus stops and other public transportation options.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alex Adams
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (629) 248-9515
  • Catering
    For more information, please head to our Private Dining page on Ella's on 2nd website www.ellason2nd.com for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Ella's on 2nd, just a couple of blocks off of Broadway, offers full service event planning that will help you design every detail for your occasion. From corporate events to rehearsal dinners and everything in between, Ella's will make every moment of your event extraordinary.
  • Private party contact
    Tommy: (629) 248-9515
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