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Gray & Dudley, Nashville, TN

Gray & Dudley

4.4
4.4
1143 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
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The Gray & Dudley Family are excited to extend heartfelt hospitality and to share their eclectic menu, featuring market-driven dishes, thoughtfully prepared using high-quality seasonal ingredients sourced from Nashville area producers and craft purveyors.

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 24 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 7:30 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–10:30 am Happy Hour Thu, Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (615) 610-6460
  • Website
    http://www.grayanddudley.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party contact
    Ryan Holtsford: (615) 610-6413
  • Location
    221 2nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Sobro
  • Cross street
    Church Street and 2nd Ave N (off Banker's Alley)
  • Parking details
    The entrance to Gray & Dudley is off Banker’s (Metro) Alley. Self-parking is available in public lots and garages near the restaurant. We suggest the White Front lot (205 2nd Ave N) and 2nd & Church Lot (210 2nd Ave N). Street parking is also available on a first come, first serve basis.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,143 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

1,143 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quiet and friendly restaurant off the strip. Excellent brunch food.

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  2. PaulK

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We visited on a quiet Saturday evening and we were seated in a booth in the bar. We started with the Olive Tapanade, a simple starter with plenty of accompaniaments for two. We liked skillet bread the best. We continued with the Citrus Salad which was a perfect counterpoint to the Olive Tapanade, knight and fresh. My wife chose the market fish, Tile over vegetables and leek puree, which she loved, for the main course. I ordered the duck breast, which was perfectly done. Medium and tender with a nice crust. We finished with the chocolate chip cookies, almost as good as Mom's. All in all, a lovely dinner.

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  3. ChrissyR

    Atlanta Metro

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Outstanding service, unfortunately, my husbands steak was very think and flavorless. Shrimp and grits were good, but skimpy on the shrimp and grits.

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  4. TammyP

    Nashville

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Drinks and food were good. Menu is limited. It was super hot that night in the restaurant.

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  5. LeslieB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was good, not sure why we were given warm water by the host but the waiter quickly fixed the issue.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was outstanding. My favorite restaurant in Nashville!

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  7. morgmlew

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible cocktails and phenomenal appetizers. Went with my mom before the Beyonce concert and had an amazing time.

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  8. local

    New York Area

    127 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    127 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really good food, terrific service and cozy bright space. Everything was very tasty and definitely enjoy the fresh squeezed OJ & mimosa and super Bloody Mary

    Gray & DudleyResponded on June 27, 2023

    Glad you enjoyed your Brunch visit! Thank you.

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  9. LeslieD

    Nashville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter Avery did an excellent job and it was great in there til a bachelorette party showed up and it got loud an annoying quick.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on June 27, 2023

    Thank you so much!

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  10. KenJ

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We liked that it was a little off the beaten path. Nice and quiet restaurant with really good food! Might be the best hushpuppies I’ve ever eaten! It’s connected to an art exhibit and a hotel.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on June 27, 2023

    Thank you so much Ken!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We would have preferred a booth, but we were fine at our table for four

    Gray & DudleyResponded on June 27, 2023

    Cheers! We have passed on the information to the team and will improve moving forward. Thank you for the response.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great! Food is awesome! We will definitely go back

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I feel like we found a gem in Nashville. The food was not just your run of the mill, fancy southern. This was made by people with exceptional skills and knowledge of food flavors and textures.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dog friendly restaurant in Nashville inside a neat hotel/art museum combo.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on May 31, 2023

    Cheers!

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  15. AmyS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Great place to eat dinner before we headed to the Stevie Nick's and Billy Joel concert. Cool art and great food at very reasonable prices.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on May 31, 2023

    Thank you AmyS!

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  16. Giuliana

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing. We noted it was our anniversary and they brought up complementary champagne. Also Michael was wonderful.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on May 31, 2023

    THANK YOU! We loved having you both in.

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  17. RobertG

    Nashville

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Have to say that Gray & Dudley was lackluster. We went for Mother's Day excited about its brunch menu. Overall, the food was average. We could've had the same or better from standard breakfast places such as Another Broken Egg or Big Bad Breakfast. The biscuits were overcooked and mildly warm and the smoked ham was "country ham" and far to salty to eat. The breakfast bowl with grits was the best as well as the omelet. The atmosphere is great especially being in the 21C hotel. I just think the meal was ehhh. I doubt we will eat there again.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on May 31, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate the honest feedback and hope to see you again in the future.

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  18. nendesroar21

    Western NC

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    Our recent visit to this establishment was unfortunately disappointing. Upon arrival, we informed the manager about a change in our party size, only to be met with an unwelcome attitude. Despite having children with us, our request for a corner booth was rejected in favor of a group of adults. Moreover, the restaurant ran out of sparkling water on Mother's Day, a significant oversight for such an occasion. Lastly, the food was subpar. An unconventional pairing of velvet sliced cheese on grits didn't work, affecting the overall dining experience. Overall, the service and quality failed to meet our expectations. Until improvements are made, I recommend potential patrons to consider alternatives.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on May 31, 2023

    Thank you for the feedback. We have review the situation with our teams so we can provide a better experience in the future.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my mother and sister here for Mother’s Day and we had a great time.

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  20. ScottS

    Nashville

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great location, close to multiple parking options. Prompt seating and service - server (Jesse) was outstanding. Relaxed environment and atmosphere. Food quality was excellent.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on May 31, 2023

    Cheers Scott!

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  21. TaraG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food. We had the pimento cheese appetizer. So yummy! The halibut was perfect

    Gray & DudleyResponded on May 31, 2023

    Thank you Tara!

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  22. StuartH

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    Pleasant staff made us welcome. My steak tartare had so much lemon juice on it, that it was like lemon disinfectant. I was very hungry so forced it down. My wife's mac and cheese was edible but not restaurant standard. The falafel skillet bread was cremated inedible and was returned. Shrimp and grits was ok but by then we had to bail. We left hungry and with sore mouths. The restaurant were kind enough not to charge us for the starters or rejected mains. We are English so we don't usually complain but that was exceptionally bad.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the host to the bartender to our server, everyone was so kind and engaging! K was pleasantly surprised that it was brighter inside than it looks on social media photos - lovely setting. Food was fabulous and I’ll absolutely dine again.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Limited brunch menu and the staff were scattered. 60+ minutes for eggs and potatoes seems a bit long.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Food was great, but they were short-staffed. Waiters were nice but having to manage too many tables so it took forever to order and get food.

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  26. caityb

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    This was a great place to grab brunch with out of town guests! The food was delicious and the portions were great for the price. There weren’t any drink specials for brunch, which was really the only disappointing part. Overall, great spot and we will definitely come again!

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  27. SallyF

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We had a great meal. Food, wine, ambiance and service were all excellent. The bar in particular is wonderful. All was fine until we tried to get our car from the valet. Although the car was parked right outside the restaurant, the key was not available. We had already paid for the parking. We literally waited for over 20 minutes to get the key. The valet had apparently gone to park another car and taken our key with him. At first someone tried to find the key, but then we were told there was nothing they could do. The person at the desk seemed to feel that we were unreasonable to want our key. Unfortunately, the bad experience at the end left us with a negative feeling. I would recommend the restaurant as long as you don't use the valet parking.

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  28. CHARLESS

    Palm Springs

    177 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    177 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    While our service from Tye was fairly good, our meal was just average. The smoked fish dip lacked much flavor. The roasted brussels sprouts with the sweet chili sauce was fairly good. The shrimp and grits had blackened shrimp which overpower the limited amount of grits that came with the dish. My brother had the G&D hamburger which was fairly good. In all, this was an average meal, and I would not return.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a group of 16 for prom. The service was excellent and they managed a large group very well! Food was great and staff was extremely helpful!

    Gray & DudleyResponded on April 25, 2023

    Thank you so much! It was a pleasure to have you all here.

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  30. Daniel

    Chicago

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, good service, very cool setting- fun night out with friends

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  31. ChantillG

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My family came in for Easter Brunch after church. Service was excellent. Food was great, we absolutely had zero complaints!

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  32. Adiner

    Atlanta Metro

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    Convenient to hotel and not crowded. Service seemed a bit slow for the amount of customers

    Gray & DudleyResponded on June 27, 2023

    Thank you! Cheers!

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  33. PatriciaR

    Cincinnati

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Everything was well cooked and had good flavor. Our waiter was professional and our waters were kept full. The old fashion was delicious.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Great location with much promise upon arrival, especially the blue penguins! However the combination of uninspiring food menu and wine list let the initial impression down. The dishes although uninspiring are well made and have flavour. Unfortunately the red wines are served too chilled.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on March 27, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We have shared your feedback with the team. We hope you try us again soon!

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  35. Saddllp

    Los Angeles

    89 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    In tiwn for a convention and such a nice surprise for a nice tasty dinner in a cool setting. Tall ceilings and great art throughout the restaurant and hotel.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on March 27, 2023

    Thank you so much for the kind words!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Went for Sunday breakfast and the food was amazing. Service was also great! Highly recommend.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on March 21, 2023

    Thank you so much for the kind review!

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  37. Cindy

    Nashville

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Need more entree foods to pick from, had sprimp and grits it was good. Drinks are pricey.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on March 21, 2023

    Hi Cindy, thank you for the feedback.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Oklahoma City

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Really good breakfast and reasonably priced for Nashville. Server was good, but he was covering the entire restaurant so there were so coffee refills were at a premium.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on March 21, 2023

    Thank you so much. We appreciate the feedback. We hope to see you again soon.

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  39. Kate

    Nashville

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a party of 10 people for brunch all ordering various items- There wasn’t one complaint - and we did critique the food! Biscuits with gravy- yummy! Grits- seasoned to perfection. I could go on and on. Specialty drinks - you MUST try The Coal Miners Daughter (I think that’s the name). Very cool presentation and DELICIOUS!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Service was a little slow since we were not with the big party. Food was good.

    Gray & DudleyResponded on March 1, 2023

    We apologize for the slow service this last Saturday. Please keep us on the list to try again in the future. Cheers.

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FAQs

Gray & Dudley offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (615) 610-6460.

Gray & Dudley is rated 4.4 stars by 1143 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Gray & Dudley

221 2nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Church Street and 2nd Ave N (off Banker's Alley)
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Sobro
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 7:30 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–10:30 am Happy Hour Thu, Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The entrance to Gray & Dudley is off Banker’s (Metro) Alley. Self-parking is available in public lots and garages near the restaurant. We suggest the White Front lot (205 2nd Ave N) and 2nd & Church Lot (210 2nd Ave N). Street parking is also available on a first come, first serve basis.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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