Merchants

Name: Merchants
Address: 401 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States, 37203
Telephone: (615) 254-1892
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

3615 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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UPDATE: First floor bistro reservations are now available. Second floor steakhouse dinner reservations are now available.
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Merchants is located in a historic building on the corner of 4th and Broadway in downtown Nashville that dates back to 1892. The building has been a myriad things, including a pharmacy, a wholesale drug company, and even a hotel. In 1988 it became Merchants restaurant. In 2010, the Goldberg brothers purchased the three-floor restaurant and gave it new life. The first floor bistro, with its black and white theme, features a lively atmosphere and casual cuisine. The second floor offers finer fare and a more intimate feel. The third floor is reserved for special events.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 18, 2022

8:30 PM

Booked 67 times today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Bistro Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(615) 254-1892
Website
http://www.merchantsrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
The third floor of Merchants is private dining space perfectly suited for rehearsal dinners, business dinners, cocktail events or any other reason to gather some of your closest friends together to enjoy company and sustenance.

Location
401 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
4th Avenue S.
Parking details
There is paid parking around the restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

1st Floor Bistro
Multiple dates available
The street-level entrance of Merchants leads to a vibrant black and white bistro, often filled with a cross-section of local business men and women, tourists and those attending events in the downtown area. The bistro boasts quality cocktails, comfortable food, and impeccable service.
2nd Floor Steakhouse
Multiple dates available
The second floor of Merchants is open for dinner has a totally different vibe than the bistro. A little fancier and more upscale, it has a separate menu from the bistro. The dining room on the second floor offers more refined dishes, a more expansive wine list, and several top-tier steak options.

Popular dishes

Fried Cheese$12.00
ooey, gooey, cheesy yumminess
Double Deviled Eggs$11.00
pop's sweet and spicy pickles
Fried Green Tomatoes$12.00
spicy pepper jam, house pimento cheese
Wings$14.00
dry rubbed | spice trio: house buffalo sauce, bbq, blue cheese
Spinach Artichoke Dip$13.00
the classic, tortilla chips
Shrimp Cocktail$16.00
house cocktail sauce, lemon

Soup & Salads

add rotisserie chicken +$6, salmon +$6, steak +$8, shrimp +$8

Tomato Bisque$9.00
classic tomato
Johnny Cash's Iron Pot Chili$10.00
cheddar cheese, buttermilk cream, scallion
Wedge$13.00
bacon, tomato, blue cheese dressing
Strawberry Salad$14.00
goat cheese, red onion, spiced pecans, strawberry vinaigrette
Steak Salad*$18.00
mixed greens, blue cheese, pickled red onion, cherry tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette
Arugula Salad$17.00
grilled salmon, sunflower seeds, dried cranberry, goat cheese, balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar*$14.00
grated parmesan, olive oil croutons
Classic Cobb$17.00
rotisserie chicken, bacon, avocado, egg, tomato, scallion, blue cheese, red wine vinaigrette

Burgers

choice of fries, house-made potato chips or sweet potato fries

Double Cheeseburger*$15.00
simpson's beef patties, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, secret sauce
Bacon Double Cheeseburger*$16.00
bacon, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, kosher dill pickles
House-Made Veggie Burger$14.00
swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, mustard, mayo, ketchup

Sandwiches

choice of fries, house-made potato chips or sweet potato fries

Soup N Sammy$15.00
white cheddar, smoked gouda, crispy bacon, tomato soup, potato chips
BBQ Pulled Pork$16.00
pulled pork, pop's sweet pickle, fried onion strings, BBQ sauce
Grilled Salmon B.L.T.*$16.00
salmon, bacon, lettuce, tomato, basil mayo
Turkey Club$16.00
turkey breast, bacon, swiss, lettuce, tomato, basil aioli
Grilled Chicken$16.00
bacon, guacamole, white cheddar, arugula, tomato, spicy ranch
French Dip$18.00
horseradish cream, smoked onions, swiss cheese, au jus, hoagie

Prime Rib

after 5:00pm

Prime Rib
au jus, mashed potatoes, green beans
- 10oz$38.00

Entrees

Fish Tacos$17.00
mojo, pico de gallo, jalapeño aioli, guacamole, potato chips
Mac N' Cheese$18.00
white cheddar, toasted panko
Chicken Fried Chicken$22.00
smashed yukons, green beans, country gravy
Rotisserie Chicken
green beans, herbs, roasted red potatoes
- Half$23.00
Verlasso Grilled Salmon*$27.00
broccoli, lemon dill sauce
Sweet Tea Pork Chop$25.00
smashed yukons, peach bourbon chutney, basil
Jambalaya$19.00
chicken, andouille, jumbo gulf shrimp, spicy tomato creole sauce, dirty rice
NY Strip
fries, green salad
- 12oz$35.00

Beer Selection

Locally Brewed

Yazoo Gerst Amber$7.00
Hap & Harry's$7.00
Yazoo Hefeweizen$7.00
Yeehaw Dunkel$7.00
Jackalope Thunder Ann Pale Ale$7.00
Blackstone St. Charles Porter$7.00
Jackalope Bearwalker$7.00
Tennessee Brew Works Southern Wit$7.00
Little Harpeth Chicken Scratch$7.00
Bearded Iris Homestyle IPA$9.00
Bearded Iris Offbeat Double IPA$11.00

Craft

Gotta Get Up to Get Down$7.00
Bell's Two Hearted IPA$7.00
Sweetwater IPA$7.00
Tiny Bomb American Pilsner$7.00
Wicked Weed Pernicious IPA$7.00

Macro

Modelo$6.00
Stella Artois$6.00
Budweiser$6.00
Bud Light$6.00
Coors Light$6.00
Mich Ultra$6.00
Miller Light$6.00
Yuengling$6.00

Ciders

Diskin Lil' Blondie Southern$9.00
Eastciders Rosé Cider$7.00
Rekorderlig Pear Cider$11.00

Mocktails

N/A Virgin Spritzer$6.00
N/A Strawberry Prohibition$6.00
N/A Cucumber-Basil Lemonade$6.00

House Cocktails

Sixty-Fifteen$13.50
prairie vodka, grapefruit, elderflower, cava
Tennessee Mojito$13.50
prichard's peach and mango rum, lime, mint
Moscow Mule$13.50
prairie vodka, lime, ginger
0.50 Pegu Club$13.50
prairie gin, lime, orange curaçao, angostura bitters
El Diablo$13.50
el jimador reposado tequila, lemon, ginger, cassis, soda water
New York Sour*$13.50
old forester 100 proof bourbon, lemon, egg white, red wine
Jack Rose$13.50
laird's straight apple brandy, lime, grenadine, regan's orange bitters
Clapless Bell$13.50
old forester 100 bourbon, lemon, ginger, honey, islay scotch, absinthe
Roughin' it Old Fashioned$13.50
belle meade classic bourbon, smoked honey, sassafras and sorghum bitters
TN High Malt Manhattan$13.50
chattanooga whiskey 91 proof tennessee high malt bourbon, sweet vermouth, orange bitters

Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Refreshment

$2.50; free refills

Coca-Cola Classic
Diet Coke
Sprite
Barq's Root Beer
Dr. Pepper
Lemonade
Sweet Tea
Iced Tea
Coffee

Bottles

Mountain Valley Sparkling
mountain valley still

What 3,615 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
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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Moni
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience4
Fried chicken was tough and dry. Cornbread very good. Ceiling fan blew cold directly on table.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall2food2service4ambience2
Not nearly as good as it has been previously. Drink and food were far below average. Wait staff was great. Overall disappointed.
MD
MarcD
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience5
Our fourth visit to Merchants, our first since the Pandemic started. Merchants would be the only reason for visiting Downtown Nashville and a nice quiet break from the filth surrounding the establishment. Great food, nice surroundings, when you go, go hungry.
D
Debbie
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We all ate something different, and we all enjoyed everything!
JR
JamesR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience5
The second floor menu is succinct, but had enough variety for my wife, who wasn’t in the mood for steak. The cocktail and drink selection was also solid, with plenty of variety. The food is on the expensive side, but the quality and preparation are excellent and the portions are generous. My prime rib was excellent and my wife was very happy with her crab cakes and lobster bisque. The service was also excellent and attentive despite a good crowd for dinner.
F
Flemmom
Columbus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great location on Broadway and a beautiful spot for a breath of fresh air. Even the casual dining downstairs was a classy spot. Food was delicious and the drinks even better! Our waiter looked like Jack Harlow and did a phenomenal job. If my management reads this he deserves some props for his service - best we waiter we had over our 4 day stay in Nashville.
C
Courtney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I got steak and it was amazing. My boyfriend got salmon and he said it was amazing. Our waiter was great. Our reservation was at 9 we were seated at 9:10 so not a long wait time at all. Definitely will be going again!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday dinner
KD
KatieD
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food2service4ambience3
Food was just ok, our waiter was very nice. Place is cool, very casual downstairs, good for a family.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Highly recommend! Location is great. It’s beautiful upstairs and it was the best meal we have had in a long time.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
At before a concert at Nissan. Good food and fun people watching on Broadway.
L
Lbe1965
Charleston
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great service. Location is right on broadway so ideal but felt away from the hustle and bustle
MG
MichaelaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff is absolutely amazing!! When informed we were there to celebrate my birthday they gave me a birthday card signed by staff members! A wonderful experience!
DC
DougC
Nashville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brandon was our server, great job. Seated in a perfect spot to watch all the folks walking Broadway.
ES
EllenS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 11, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
Could just have been a one-time thing but my meal was VERY salty. Told the waiter about it and he did ask if I wanted to order something else but the Southern Fried Chicken was all that appealed to me. Was a bit annoyed that they didn’t give me a discount on my meal being I didn’t/couldn’t finish it. Otherwise the place was very nice. Loved the ambiance. Brendan, our waiter, was very nice. My friend was very happy with her meal.
G
Gannic
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Service was excellent, the whole expierence felt a little bit rushed. We hadn't finished our appetizers, when the main course was already on the table.
LT
LiamsTT
Louisville
38 reviews
vip
4.0
38 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Very nice and food was tasty. Menu selection a tad limited and the salad/ greens that was served with the steak was pitiful. Presentation was not good on that entree although the steak was cooked perfectly.pork bbq sandwich was tasty as well. If you are going to have servers wear white … they need to be white. 2 servers were in completely dingy looking shirts and aprons. They looked really bad.
M
Michelle
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Service was a little off from past experiences. Very kind and courteous but lacking menu knowledge and bar knowledge.
J
Jake
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best meals I've had in Nashville since moving here eight years ago.
DC
DeborahC
Atlanta
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience4
My wife’s salad first was improperly prepared as she told the waitress she’s on a vegan diet. The salad came out with salmon and cheese. There My prime rib was fair rating 7 out of 10. It was tough and a little over done. My dessert of peach cobbler with pecan ice cream was superb but at $11 it was over priced.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Meats are expensive
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
2nd time at Merchants and the steaks were awesome
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place
DJ
DebbeJ
Cincinnati
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
We had an early dinner here before going to a show at the Ryman. We were seated shortly before our reservation time. The food was very good, and our server was very attentive. The decor could use a little refresh, but I would definitely dine here again.
DD
DeidreD
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience1
The building has an interesting history. The floor and architecture was interesting. However, there was not one picture on the wall, absolutely no decor, no lamps. Just blank white surroundings. I just can’t understand why you at least wouldn’t put some colorful canvases on the walls. The service was excellent and the food was good. Surroundings, incredibly blah.
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Xcitedtoeat
New England
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed Merchants. Quality of food was excellent. Nice ambiance and I loved the China/ plates with the Merchant logo. Like a piece of nostalgia. Do not see that touch anymore on restaurants.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Rachel, was amazing and helped guide us through the menu. The food was INCREDIBLE. We’ll be back for anniversary this August. 😃
D
Dinobear
Atlanta
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you are in Nashville & looking for a great place to eat...check out Merchants -located on Broadway & 1 blk from the Ryman. Reservations recommended, otherwise there will be a wait. We ate on the Bistro level, seated in a booth - fits 6. Good menu variety & the Sweet Potato fries are the best. Our table tried, the Pork, French Dip, Citrus Salad, Hamburger & Roast chicken - all wonderful. Our waiter was excellent & attentive. Definitely check it out.
KW
KellyW
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Olivia was an outstanding waitress, attending to all our needs and details!
RP
RaymondP
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Located right on Broadway. Friendly and efficient staff. Excellent food
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great steak. Recommend for a nice dinner on the second floor steakhouse
JM
JakefromMemphis
Nashville
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The drinks were spot on and the food was amazing. My only note is that the tater tots are the size of an entree. It’s not a complaint, but just a heads up to maybe not order another starter unless you have a group.
LL
LisaL
Caribbean
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and delicious meal. Love the history. Perfect location for a night on Broadway!
S
Sparks
E. Tennessee
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
It was good but definitely not as good as I remembered in the past. I miss the piano playing upstairs and my prime rib was chargrilled and had a burnt taste. My husband's filet was great but overall a little disappointed
SW
ScottW
Atlanta
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
The building itself was very impressive. We loved the decor and design. Food was good if a bit bland, but the service was excellent. Drinks were good. The main dining room on the first floor was too loud.
FW
FantasticWoodFiredPizza
Chicago
19 reviews
2.0
19 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall2food1service4ambience2
Disappointing experience overall. Service was great…Regan was a saving grace. Steak overdone, sides seriously in need of seasoning, dirty slipcovers on the chairs and boisterous noisy crowd for a fine dining room. For the price this was beyond bad!
GM
GabiM
Savannah
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
They ran out of 2 things I ordered.
JC
JoannC
Tahoe
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Olivia and Shannon were excellent servers! Got to know them a bit. Food was great, ambiance was too. We would definitely return!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had made reservations for the Bistro, which we were glad we did and would advise to do so. Always a stream of walk-ins. Service and server I believe was Matt was great. Very attentive and pleasant. We were never rushed Our food was enjoyable Would definitely recommend the Bistro at Merchants Our Bistro date was our last night in Nashville before driving home to LaSalle, Ontario Enjoyed Merchants Bistro & Nashvillr
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pissedoff
Nashville
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 25, 2022
overall2food4service2ambience3
it was our 40th anniversary and we felt rushed to eat and get out so the next group could have our table. not mindful nor respectful!

FAQs

Merchants is rated 4.5 stars by 3615 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 18, 2022

8:30 PM

Booked 67 times today

Experiences are available.

401 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203

Additional information

Cross street
4th Avenue S.
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Bistro Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There is paid parking around the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.merchantsrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(615) 254-1892
Private party facilities
The third floor of Merchants is private dining space perfectly suited for rehearsal dinners, business dinners, cocktail events or any other reason to gather some of your closest friends together to enjoy company and sustenance.

Merchants

Make a reservation

Additional information

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Steak

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Featured Item

Duck Fat Tater Tots$14.00

To Start

Fried Cheese$12.00

Double Deviled Eggs$11.00

Fried Green Tomatoes$12.00

Wings$14.00

Spinach Artichoke Dip$13.00

Shrimp Cocktail$16.00

Soup & Salads

Tomato Bisque$9.00

Johnny Cash's Iron Pot Chili$10.00

Wedge$13.00

Strawberry Salad$14.00

Steak Salad*$18.00

Arugula Salad$17.00

Caesar*$14.00

Classic Cobb$17.00

Burgers

Double Cheeseburger*$15.00

Bacon Double Cheeseburger*$16.00

House-Made Veggie Burger$14.00

Sandwiches

Soup N Sammy$15.00

BBQ Pulled Pork$16.00

Grilled Salmon B.L.T.*$16.00

Turkey Club$16.00

Grilled Chicken$16.00

French Dip$18.00

Prime Rib

Prime Rib

Entrees

Fish Tacos$17.00

Mac N' Cheese$18.00

Chicken Fried Chicken$22.00

Rotisserie Chicken

Verlasso Grilled Salmon*$27.00

Sweet Tea Pork Chop$25.00

Jambalaya$19.00

NY Strip

Beer Selection

Locally Brewed

Yazoo Gerst Amber$7.00

Hap & Harry's$7.00

Yazoo Hefeweizen$7.00

Yeehaw Dunkel$7.00

Jackalope Thunder Ann Pale Ale$7.00

Blackstone St. Charles Porter$7.00

Jackalope Bearwalker$7.00

Tennessee Brew Works Southern Wit$7.00

Little Harpeth Chicken Scratch$7.00

Bearded Iris Homestyle IPA$9.00

Bearded Iris Offbeat Double IPA$11.00

Craft

Gotta Get Up to Get Down$7.00

Bell's Two Hearted IPA$7.00

Sweetwater IPA$7.00

Tiny Bomb American Pilsner$7.00

Wicked Weed Pernicious IPA$7.00

Macro

Modelo$6.00

Stella Artois$6.00

Budweiser$6.00

Bud Light$6.00

Coors Light$6.00

Mich Ultra$6.00

Miller Light$6.00

Yuengling$6.00

Ciders