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Chauhan Ale & Masala House

$30 and under

Indian

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2 people

24 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 50 times today

Good for special occasions
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Neighbourhood gem

Spice it up at Chauhan! Devoted to creating a unique dining experience in Nashville’s bustling food scene, Chauhan Ale & Masala House is the highly lauded Indian restaurant from celebrity chef and TV personality Maneet Chauhan. Her Indian roots, zest for travel and affection for Southern cuisine have beautifully collided at Chauhan to offer a menu featuring globally-influenced Indian cuisine that highlights aspects of the culinary scene in India as well as Nashville, perfectly combining Indian fare with traditional Southern dishes. For locals, put Chauhan in your restaurant rotation. For tourists, no trip is complete without a visit to Chauhan. We're open 7 days a week for dinner and Brunch. We also have the perfect spot for hosting group events in our private dining room. From business lunches and corporate dinners to family gatherings and birthday celebrations, we have you covered! *For parties of 7 or more, please call for reservations.

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Executive chef: Chef Owner Maneet Chauhan

From the OpenTable editors: Chauhan Ale & Masala House is acclaimed James Beard Award winner and celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan’s flagship Nashville restaurant. The two-time "Tournament of Champions" winner serves a fusion of Indian favorites and Southern comforts, like tandoori shrimp and grits or lamb keema nachos. Brunch is also a favorite for sweet dosa pancakes in the old brick building filled with colorful curtains and floral garlands.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Brunch Daily 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
Phone number
(615) 242-8426
Website
http://www.chauhannashville.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Let us bring your bring your favorite Chauhan food to you! We offer office lunch catering with menus starting at $16 per person. You can place an order through the inquiry form on our website: chauhannashville.com or you can email us: events@chauhannashville.com. We can also create custom menus for evening events and wedding receptions!
Private party facilities
Whether hosting a corporate dinner or celebrating with family and friends, Chauhan Ale & Masala House can accommodate all of your private dining needs. We have options for private & semi-private dining with custom prix fixe menus featuring a delicious selection of our most popular items!
Private party contact
Mary Coleman: (731) 414-7640
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
123 12th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203
Area
The Gulch
Cross Street
Grundy
Parking details
Street Parking is limited but we have partnered with Whole Foods located on 12th & Broadway. Bring your parking ticket in with you and we will validate it. The rate with validation is $12 for the first 3 hours.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Whipped Paneer and NaanUS$18.00
roasted honey, chives, fresh baked naan
Nashville Hot Cauliflower or Chicken PakorasUS$15.00
cauliflower or chicken, chow chow, ghost pepper aoili, raita ranch
Keema Papadi NachosUS$17.00
spicy pork keema, papadi chips, tamarind chutney, provel, cucumber, tomato, onion, lemon yogurt
Watermelon ChaatUS$14.00
watermelon, roasted cumin, coconut, lime, ginger, passion fruit pearls
Calamari Sixty - FiveUS$18.00
Chauhan 65 spices, lemon aioli
Tandoori Chicken or Paneer PoutineUS$18.00
Tandoori chicken, makhani sauce, cheese curds, masala fries. Sub paneer for veg option
Cremini Mushroom ToastUS$15.00
tandoori roasted cremini mushrooms, garlic whipped paneer, masala sour dough
Gol Guppa ShotsUS$12.00
semolina puffs, black garbanzo, potato, mint cilantro water
Goan Curry Mussels*US$21.00
spicy coconut curry, grilled lime, grilled sourdough bread

Desi Indian Fare

Design your own dish, choose from one signature or classic protein and one curry. Served with freshly steamed basmati rice

Maneet's Signature*

Bistro Steak
- 8ozUS$36.00
Catch of the Day
- MP
Braised Pork ShankUS$32.00
Tamarind Lamb Chops
- 12ozUS$42.00
Paneer NapoleonUS$28.00

Classic

ChickenUS$25.00
Masala Braised LambUS$26.00
Tandoori Roasted ShrimpUS$26.00
Paneer CheeseUS$22.00
Local Farm VegetablesUS$19.00

Choose Your Curry

Tikka Masala
+$2. Rich labor of love, tomato cream sauce
Saag
+$2. Fresh green creamed spinach sauce
Moilee
quintessential southern indian coconut milk curry
Korma
+$2. Liquid gold saffron cashew sauce
Bhunna
bold flavor, classic tomato onion curry
Vindaloo
spicy tomato with chilis and vinegar

Breads

Braised Beef French Onion NaanUS$12.00
Garlic Parmesan NaanUS$6.00
NaanUS$5.00
Chili Cheese KulchaUS$7.00
PapadumUS$4.00
Whole Wheat Tandoori RotiUS$5.00

Signature Sides

Saag Mac and CheeseUS$12.00
Brussel SproutsUS$14.00
Vegetable of the DayUS$8.00
Daal of the DayUS$8.00
Spicy QuinoaUS$8.00
Korma Aloo GratinUS$12.00

Extras

Trio of ChutneyUS$6.00
RaitaUS$4.00
Desi SaladUS$4.00
ProteinUS$7.00

What 5,670 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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Chauhan Ale & Masala House offers a unique fusion of Indian and Southern cuisine, celebrated for its "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Diners rave about the "complex flavors" and "delightful cocktails." With a vibrant atmosphere, it's a must-visit for food enthusiasts seeking a memorable dining experience in Nashville.

5,670 Reviews

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KAREP VIP
Minneapolis24 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
I wanted to love this restaurant. The food was amazing. Unfortunately the service was poor. The hostess took us to three different tables before finally seating us, not a big deal but spoke to a lack of organization. After initial greeting, drink and food orders we saw our server once in 90 minutes. The last time to present our check. We were a party of two and a party of six came and left while we sat. I’ll be back because the food was great and just hope our service experience was an anomaly.
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Mary
Southwest Florida1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing! My guest had never had Indian food and the menu was new so we ordered several appetizer dishes. The flavors were beyond my expectations.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Overall, the food and the service were excellent but the ambience could have been better with a quieter place
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really an amazing dining experience. Especially the paneer napoleon, 100% recommended
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Randy
Toronto5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Suffice to say, I am a big Maneet Chauhan fan and I travelled from Canada to celebrate my birthday. Trust your server to make recommendations because Sandra did not disappoint. The food was delicious, the service, attentive and well timed, and my wife and I enjoyed our best meal of our time in Nashville at Chauhan Ale and Masala House. Thank you Maneet!
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John
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Each time at Chauhan has been great - food, service, and overall experience! Thanks to Maneet and crew to creating such a welcoming atmoshphere!
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FoodieFan
Baltimore7 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was incredible. Perfect. The drinks were great. The service was spot-on. I travel often and have eaten at some amazing places around the world. This experience was top tier from start to finish. My only complaint is we had to fly home super early and had to toss our leftovers. The portions were a good size! My tummy tried its best! 🤣
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious perfect spot for two or a group! We loved it!
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Scott
Alabama3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, service was real good! Very nice clean restaurant!
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AprilW
Toronto6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an amazing meal and the service was great! We would go back anytime!
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FAQs

Chauhan Ale & Masala House offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Chauhan Ale & Masala House also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (615) 242-8426.

Chauhan Ale & Masala House is rated 4.8 stars by 5670 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

24 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 50 times today

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123 12th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203

Additional information

Cross Street
Grundy
Area
The Gulch
Hours of Operation
Brunch Daily 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking is limited but we have partnered with Whole Foods located on 12th & Broadway. Bring your parking ticket in with you and we will validate it. The rate with validation is $12 for the first 3 hours.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.chauhannashville.com/
Phone number
(615) 242-8426
Catering
Let us bring your bring your favorite Chauhan food to you! We offer office lunch catering with menus starting at $16 per person. You can place an order through the inquiry form on our website: chauhannashville.com or you can email us: events@chauhannashville.com. We can also create custom menus for evening events and wedding receptions!
Private party facilities
Whether hosting a corporate dinner or celebrating with family and friends, Chauhan Ale & Masala House can accommodate all of your private dining needs. We have options for private & semi-private dining with custom prix fixe menus featuring a delicious selection of our most popular items!
Private party contact
Mary Coleman: (731) 414-7640

Chauhan Ale & Masala House

Make a booking

Why they're an Icon

Private dining

Additional information

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Tikka Masala

Braised Pork Shank

Korma

Appetizers

Whipped Paneer and NaanUS$18.00

Nashville Hot Cauliflower or Chicken PakorasUS$15.00

Keema Papadi NachosUS$17.00

Watermelon ChaatUS$14.00

Calamari Sixty - FiveUS$18.00

Tandoori Chicken or Paneer PoutineUS$18.00

Cremini Mushroom ToastUS$15.00

Gol Guppa ShotsUS$12.00

Goan Curry Mussels*US$21.00

Desi Indian Fare

Maneet's Signature*

Bistro Steak

Catch of the Day

Braised Pork ShankUS$32.00

Tamarind Lamb Chops

Paneer NapoleonUS$28.00

Classic

ChickenUS$25.00

Masala Braised LambUS$26.00

Tandoori Roasted ShrimpUS$26.00

Paneer CheeseUS$22.00

Local Farm VegetablesUS$19.00

Choose Your Curry

Tikka Masala

Saag

Moilee

Korma

Bhunna

Vindaloo

Featured Item

Tournament of Champions ThaliUS$68.00

Breads

Braised Beef French Onion NaanUS$12.00

Garlic Parmesan NaanUS$6.00

NaanUS$5.00

Chili Cheese KulchaUS$7.00

PapadumUS$4.00

Whole Wheat Tandoori RotiUS$5.00

Signature Sides

Saag Mac and CheeseUS$12.00

Brussel SproutsUS$14.00

Vegetable of the DayUS$8.00

Daal of the DayUS$8.00

Spicy QuinoaUS$8.00

Korma Aloo GratinUS$12.00

Extras

Trio of ChutneyUS$6.00

RaitaUS$4.00

Desi SaladUS$4.00

ProteinUS$7.00

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