Red Pony Restaurant

Name: Red Pony Restaurant
Address: 408 Main Street, Franklin, TN, United States, 37064
Telephone: (615) 595-7669
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

3933 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Since it opening in 2006, Red Pony Restaurant has impressed guests by staying true to a mission focused on cuisine and service.
Chef owned and operated, Red Pony changes its menu about six times a year with the intention of keeping ingredients the season’s freshest and the variety of dishes dynamic.
While a great deal of the menu pays homage to the Sophisticated Southern foods Chef Jason McConnell grew up on, you will also see a reflection of his travels, that drive his creativity.
It is our belief that food is something to be celebrated. We also believe that experience is a huge part of dining. Whether it be enjoying a crafted cocktail at one of our bars or enjoying dinner at the table, we want each guest to be seamlessly guided through their time at Red Pony Restaurant.
We love our community and we love food.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 29, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 65 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Southern
Hours of operation
Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(615) 595-7669
Website
http://redponyrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jason McConnell
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (615) 595-7669

Location
408 Main Street, Franklin, TN 37064
Neighborhood
Franklin / Brentwood
Cross street
4th Ave
Parking details
Free street and garage parking are also available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Grilled Lamb Chops$18.00
Mint Chimichurri, Pecorino, Fried Onions
House Made Guacamole$13.00
Tomato, Onion, Cilantro, Lime, Chile, House Chips, Jicama
Thai BBQ Duck$16.00
Papaya Salad, Cherry Tomatoes, Palm Sugar
Za'atar Spiced Flatbread$13.00
Baba Ghanoush, Marinated Cucumbers, Feta, Local Honey
Beef Bacon$14.00
Porker House Rolls, Chow Chow, Ancho-Sorghum, Whipped Ricotta
Hickory Grilled Asparagus$12.00
Charred Radishes, Bagna Cauda, Herbed Breadcrumbs, Asiago

Second

Tomato Cucumber$12.00
Jalapeno Pebre, Brown Butter Crumble, Popcorn Crouton
Iceberg Caesar$9.00
Smoked Anchovy, Shaved Celery, Pecorino, Preserved Yolk
Local Butter Lettuce$9.00
Cherry Tomatoes, Olive Crumble, Shaved Red Onion, Pickled Sweet Peppers, Peppercorn Ranch, Tarragon Crema
Vichyssoise$8.00
Truffle Oil, Potato Chips, Crispy Shallots

Main

Shrimp & Grits$30.00
Apple Bacon, Scallions, Mushrooms, White Wine, Old Spencer Mill Garlic-Cheese Grits
Coriander Crusted Chicken Milanesa$29.00
Charred Green Tomato Piccata, Grilled Zucchini, Succotash, Meyer Lemon Olive Oil
Seared Scallops$41.00
Warm Potato Salad, Grilled Sweet Corn, Mussel Nage, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes
Eggplant "Meatballs"$26.00
Buttermilk Polenta, Local Mushrooms, Castelvetrano Olives, Tomato Conserva, Tahini Cream
Beef Tenderloin$39.00
Barley Risotto, Charred Broccolini, Baby Carrots, Green Goddess, Truffle-Beef Butter
Hickory Grilled Bone-in Ribeye$58.00
Crispy Potatoes, Braised Green Beans, Chile Butter, Steak Sauce

Sides

Crispy Potatoes
Garlic-Cheese Grits
Braised Green Beans
Succotash
Grilled Broccolini & Baby Carrots
Barley Risotto
Warm Potato Salad

Desserts

Crème Brulee$8.00
Vanilla Custard, Fruit
Strawberry Cream Tart$11.00
Macerated Strawberries, Lavender Whip, Toasted Almonds
Chocolate Pots de Crème$9.00
White Chocolate Dulce de Leche, Peanut Pretzel Crumble, Crème Diplomat

Specialty Cocktails

Midnight Sun$13.00
pickers blood orange vodka, elderflower, passionfruit, lime, champagne
Old School Old Fashioned$13.00
wild turkey 101 rye, gomme, angostura and orange bitters
Gladiator$12.00
ford's gin, italicus rosolio, ginger, lemongrass
Cantaritos$12.00
altos blanco tequila, lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit soda, salt
Mai Tai$12.00
probitas white rum, cointreau, house falernum, lime

Beers

Bud Light$4.00
Coors Light$4.00
Stella Artois$5.00
Bearded Iris Homestyle IPA$7.00
Koji Gold Rice Lager$6.00
Diskin Bob's Your Uncle Dry Cider$7.00
Westbrook White Thai Witbier$6.00
Yazoo Gerst$5.00

Wines by the Glass

Diora Chardonnay, Monterey, California$15.00
Terlato Pinot Grigio, Colli Orientali del Friuli, Italy$13.00
Berthier Coteaux Giennois Sauvignon Blanc, Loire Valley, France$12.00
Fleurs de Prairie Rose, Provence, France$12.00
Villa Sandi Prosecco, Veneto, Italy$11.00
Ken Wright Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon$14.00
Austin Hope Cabernet, Paso Robles, California$20.00
Kermit Lynch Rouge, Cotes du Rhone, France$14.00
The Pessimist, Paso Robles, California$14.00
Cantina Nigrar Valpolicella Ripasso, Veneto, Italy$14.00

What 3,933 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Nashville
Contemporary American
Nashville
Contemporary American

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Sventhenordic
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved this place and will definitely be back in the future!
TW
TripW
Los Angeles
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
I was very impressed with the Red Pony. The hostess greeted us promptly and was friendly and professional. We were seated quickly and Jay, our waiter appeared immediately to make sure we were settling in. The service Jay provide was outstanding. He understood the menu and his recommendations were spot on. The food that arrived, from the soups and salads to the mains, was outstanding. The pallet of ingredients meshed perfectly and everything was prepared perfectly. Compliment that with a solid wine list, deep beer selection and ample cocktails makes for a great night out. We will be back!
EE
EmilyE
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food. Great service. My husband and I have not found lamb chops as tasty anywhere else as the ones at Red Pony!! This restaurant is one of our all time favorites!!
CV
CharlieV
Tallahassee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Hosted a birthday celebration with 8 people. Even on a Monday evening, the staff and kitchen were top notch and took care of us.
JM
JasonM
Nashville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was excellent and so was the food. Most consistently good food and service in Franklin.
JG
JosephG
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, this restaurant never disappoints. Great service and amazing food!!
AA
AndyA
Nashville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice place... our server Jay was pleasant and interested in our dining experience here
G
Garrett
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great server and great menu. Very consistent and reliable
JJ
JasonJ
Nashville
15 reviews
vip
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience4
Overall the food was not up to par. The yellow rice and black beans paring that came with the pork tasted sour. The shrimp and grits was very watery too.
AL
AngelaL
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time there, it was fabulous! I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting or living here! The wagyu appetizer was so tender and tasty, 10/10. We gad the Catfish and Shrimp and Grits, SO good, can’t go wrong with either choice! Will definitely go there again
MS
MarkS
Nashville
14 reviews
vip
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience2
We were in the new back room upstairs and it was quiet even when full. The food was good not great. The service was good, just a bit slow. The lighting was too bright. I will go back and try again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always amazing food and service!
BB
BethB
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ate at the Red Pony before a show at the Franklin Theater. The location is perfect as it is directly across the street. The service was exceptional. Attentive but not disruptive. They kept our water glasses filled. The food was exceptional in both taste and variety. The tables were spread apart enough in the room in which we were seated, that the noise level was acceptable. We enjoyed the Red Pony.
DM
DavidM
Nashville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another fabulous experience at RP The new elk meatloaf was absolutely unreal and the salmon my wife got was perfect. Always the best experience. Jay was probably the absolute best I’ve ever had and he made certain that all was perfect !! Harder to get in now but that’s to be expected with what RP has going on. Always the go to place in Franklin.
PK
PhilK
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome dinner and back for dessert after the show!
AB
AmandaB
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience3
We had a great anniversary dinner at Red Pony! Had not been here since the remodeling after fire damage. The bar area was larger, but the dining space seemed smaller and not as intimate. But the food was amazing! I had the brussel sprouts salad, shrimp and grits and then derby pie for dessert. All fantastic! And really enjoyed the Black Magic cocktail also. Overall wonderful dining experience!
RG
RandallG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Restaurant is great on all levels. Service is great and food is fantastically
H
Hdavid
Nashville
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was better than the old Red Pony! Andexcellent service from Jesus and the staff.
M
Monk
Jackson Hole
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
Food took forever to arrive. Salmon was mushy. Paid great attention to allergies but was loud and slow service.
m
martinimingler1
Columbus
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful time starting at the bar. Bartender was so delightful. Food was fabulous.
M
Matthew
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food and service were incredible, per usual. It was a bit loud, but they had a full dining room. Not sure how you could avoid some noise. Highly recommend for a great culinary experience, but don't go in expecting a quiet romantic dinner for two.
CB
CraigB
Charleston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for an anniversary dinner. No wait at reservation time. Our server was Whitney who did an excellent job!
t
triciam
Tallahassee
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Nothing was done about 70th birthday. That we put in reservation and told staff. We were charged for dessert
o
oliveats
Nashville
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first time back to Red Pony since they reopened at the Main Street location. We enjoyed the McConnell house tenure but always liked the Main Street location vibe. We took a friend from Austin. Fabulous! Great service. The poblano bisque was amazing. Great Brussels sprouts app. Our friend described her shrimp and grits entree as the best she’s had. We had grilled catfish and the pork porterhouse, both of which were excellent. Glad to have Red Pony back where it started!
JC
JimCip
Nashville
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
This was our second time going to Red Pony. So this time I was entering with an "expectation." Our first experience (without expectation) was a resounding 10 (on a normal 1 to 10 scale) experience. This time I'd give it an 8. They changed their menu up somewhat since early September and I personally was a bigger fan of the previous options. Last time, they also had a few specials offered (appetizers and multiple entrée options). I had the appetizer special that time and it may be the single greatest thing my palate ever experienced. This time around there was only one special to choose from (I guess that is part of what makes them specials). My wife got it (it was a fish special) and thoroughly enjoyed it. I got a Spiced Feta Dip for an appetizer that was quite good. Then their Brussel Sprout salad dish, which was just okay. And finished with their steak entrée, which was cooked perfectly and tasted good, but the cut was a little fattier than I like. Overall, it was a very good experience. And we will again return in the near future.
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Billt
Nashville
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2022
overall3food5service5ambience4
$27 for a glass of the house red at the bar!!! Never again
BC
BillC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Highly recommend - drinks, food, service were all great!
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April
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Once again Red Pony is impressive. All entrees were excellent - everyone shared tastes and thought their dish was the best. The wine by the glass menu was very nice. A delicious and lovely place to dine with family and friends. Despite it being very busy our waitress was able to get things done.
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Skibunny23
St. Louis
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great good great service
JS
JessicaS
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Red Pony never disappoints!
ST
SonjaT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome dining experience and even better service.
RB
RichardB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 24, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
The food was very good quality as well as overwhelming quantity for the price. The environment is generally good, although the noise level was occasionally high. The tables for two were definitely challenging as far as space. We won't be eating there regularly, but will consider it for special occasions.
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Traveler001
Hawaii
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience2
Felt rushed even for a 630 seating. Empty wine glasses at the beginning of dinner and no offer for a 2nd glass. Did not feel like a fine dining experience. This used to be one of our favorite restaurants from a few years ago so I hope it was a fluke and we can give them another try.
DP
DouglasP
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
We were very excited about our visit after all of the buzz about Red Pony. Loved the atmosphere and very friendly on arrival. Upstairs was a bit noisy but could mostly converse. Our waitress, Heather was wonderful. The menu while limited sounded great although just a bit on the pricey side. The Amuse Bouche sent out by the Chef of Grits Gnocchi was amazing and possibly the best part of the meal. Both the Poblano Bisque and Mixed Salad were excellent. Now to the not-so-good...the Mahi special was not so special. Thin pieces of overcooked fish over what was supposed to be greens and pea tendrils but neither of the guests that had it enjoyed it at all. Shrimp and Grits was passable but not as good as several other places in town. Lastly, although it was good, I still hate to pay $5 for bread service. It just seems like one more way to shake you down when you are already paying close to $60 for some of the entrees.
GF
GreatFood
Nashville
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food and good service, will come back
JV
JValley
Nashville
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 20, 2022
overall3food1service5ambience5
The pork was tasteless and probably was frozen before being cooked.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excelente service, food was great
JM
JeffM
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall3food4service5ambience3
Whitney, our server, was warm and engaging. Made our experience joyful.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our favorite special date spot
CB
CharlesB
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Red Pony Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 3933 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 29, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 65 times today

408 Main Street, Franklin, TN 37064

Additional information

Cross street
4th Ave
Neighborhood
Franklin / Brentwood
Hours of operation
Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Free street and garage parking are also available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Executive chef
Jason McConnell
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://redponyrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(615) 595-7669
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (615) 595-7669

Red Pony Restaurant

Make a reservation

Additional information

Shrimp &amp Grits

Beef Tenderloin

Grilled Lamb Chops

First

Grilled Lamb Chops$18.00

House Made Guacamole$13.00

Thai BBQ Duck$16.00

Za'atar Spiced Flatbread$13.00

Beef Bacon$14.00

Hickory Grilled Asparagus$12.00

Second

Tomato Cucumber$12.00

Iceberg Caesar$9.00

Local Butter Lettuce$9.00

Vichyssoise$8.00

Main

Shrimp & Grits$30.00

Coriander Crusted Chicken Milanesa$29.00

Seared Scallops$41.00

Eggplant "Meatballs"$26.00

Beef Tenderloin$39.00

Hickory Grilled Bone-in Ribeye$58.00

Sides

Crispy Potatoes

Garlic-Cheese Grits

Braised Green Beans

Succotash

Grilled Broccolini & Baby Carrots

Barley Risotto

Warm Potato Salad

Desserts

Crème Brulee$8.00

Strawberry Cream Tart$11.00

Chocolate Pots de Crème$9.00

Specialty Cocktails

Midnight Sun$13.00

Old School Old Fashioned$13.00

Gladiator$12.00

Cantaritos$12.00

Mai Tai$12.00

Beers

Bud Light$4.00

Coors Light$4.00

Stella Artois$5.00

Bearded Iris Homestyle IPA$7.00

Koji Gold Rice Lager$6.00

Diskin Bob's Your Uncle Dry Cider$7.00

Westbrook White Thai Witbier$6.00

Yazoo Gerst$5.00

Wines by the Glass

Diora Chardonnay, Monterey, California$15.00

Terlato Pinot Grigio, Colli Orientali del Friuli, Italy$13.00

Berthier Coteaux Giennois Sauvignon Blanc, Loire Valley, France$12.00

Fleurs de Prairie Rose, Provence, France$12.00

Villa Sandi Prosecco, Veneto, Italy$11.00

Ken Wright Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon$14.00

Austin Hope Cabernet, Paso Robles, California$20.00

Kermit Lynch Rouge, Cotes du Rhone, France$14.00

The Pessimist, Paso Robles, California$14.00

Cantina Nigrar Valpolicella Ripasso, Veneto, Italy$14.00

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