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etch - Franklin, Franklin, TN

etch - Franklin

4.7 (325)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
230 Franklin Rd suite 1300, Franklin, TN 37064-6345

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
etch is a globally-inspired restaurant by award-winning chef Deb Paquette. The original location opened its doors in 2012 in lively downtown Nashville; the second location opened in fall of 2024 in The Factory at Franklin. The modern restaurant houses two private dining rooms, a full bar, and a chef’s bar, giving guests a look into the restaurants' culinary prowess.

etch’s eclectic menu incorporates innovative dishes inspired by Deb and Executive Chef Jess Lambert's favorite regions of the world to leave a lasting impression, or etch, on every diner. A wine list with over 80 choices is available, along with high-gravity local beers and hand-crafted signature cocktails.

Desserts are prepared in-house by Pastry Chef Megan Williams, whose creations top the list for the city’s sweet confections. House-made ice creams and artfully plated desserts change seasonally, providing a revolving array of treats that will keep you coming back for more.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jess Lambert
  • Private party facilities
    Etch offers two private dining spaces for hosting meetings, receptions, and special events. The Iris Room can accommodate up to 12 guests; the Cardinal Room can accommodate up to 32 seated guests. A prix fixe menu is offered to private dining groups, and we are happy to offer customized menus and beverage options for your guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Franklin
  • Cross street
    Liberty Pike
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us this Mother's Day for a special meal with your family! We'll be serving our brunch menu from 10am-2pm, followed by our dinner menu between 4:30-9pm. We look forward to hosting you and your loved ones!
    Mother's Day Photo

What 325 people are saying

etch - Franklin 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Etch - Franklin impresses with "stellar food" and "fantastic service" in a classy, relaxed setting. Guests rave about the "creative, flavorful dishes" and "attentive staff," making it a top dining choice. Highlights include the salmon, scallops, and pork ribeye, with "hands down the best" Brussels sprouts. A must-visit culinary gem!

325 Reviews
  1. Topper VIP

    Nashville153 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Etch in Nashville has been our “go-to” place for several years but has recently drastically increased it’s prices to a point where it is too expensive for us to dine there when considering our options.The quality and quantity of the menu offerings varies widely but are generally small considering the price. The new location in The Factory in Franklin is an open room with little ambiance. When it is full of diners, it is also very noisy. The service is excellent and the management is attentive but these cannot overcome the high prices, lack of ambiance, and high noise level.

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  2. Deborah VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service in a cool setting - yummy produce forward menu

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  3. Missy

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    To be honest my first visit to Etch, Franklin was very disappointing. The food was not what I expected and everything with my order was not right. Why is now my go to restaurant for business and special occasions with family and friends? Because of the incredible manager and the team who serves those who are patrons. The manager and the server went out if the way, far above and beyond in taking care of me in every level to ensure I left that night wanting to return. I love not just the incredible cuisine, atmosphere but the whole team that delivers extraordinary service like no other restaurant. It’s a gift every time ♥️

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  4. David

    Nashville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect. Service was well done and the food superb. The space is nicely done making the overall experience outstanding.

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  5. Stephen

    Nashville18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was absolutely phenomenal. The combination of the flavors on every dish I really haven’t found anywhere else.

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  6. Tasha VIP

    San Francisco11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an incredible experience! Amazing service and the food was unique and delectable!! We will be back!

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  7. Jim

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice repurposed space in an old factory (the whole building is now referred to as The Factory where multiple other businesses operate including an interior mall space). The food was wonderful with great pairing of flavors and a diverse, but limited menu, including vegetarian options. The staff was top notch with great suggestions while being attentive, but not overbearing. Would love to go back!

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  8. Joseph VIP

    Nashville22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every thing was GREAT , just a little slow for how busy it was

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  9. Allison VIP

    Tallahassee25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a Fabulous meal with fabulous service! We will for sure return.

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  10. Anne

    Philadelphia5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Being from Cape Cod Massachusetts we have eaten in some wonderful restaurants. Etch is by far one of the best culinary experiences. The food from the filet to the pork was unbelievably tender bringing out all the flavors. The accompanying sauces and purée really set the stage for the entree. Cocktails were lovely and dessert pavlova hit all the notes with both silky and crunchy yum. A restaurant not to be missed. In Franklin.

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etch - Franklin is rated 4.7 stars by 325 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for etch - Franklin

230 Franklin Rd suite 1300, Franklin, TN 37064-6345

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Liberty Pike
  • Neighborhood
    Franklin
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jess Lambert
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Etch offers two private dining spaces for hosting meetings, receptions, and special events. The Iris Room can accommodate up to 12 guests; the Cardinal Room can accommodate up to 32 seated guests. A prix fixe menu is offered to private dining groups, and we are happy to offer customized menus and beverage options for your guests.
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