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1. Peninsula
4.8
Exceptional(187)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • East Nashville
Booked 12 times today
Located in the heart of East Nashville, Peninsula serves up sharable plates, old world wines, and Spanish style gin and tonics in an inviting and intimate space. James Beard nominated Chef Jake Howell's menu focuses on sustainable, local ingredients and features seasonal, creative dishes influenced by the Iberian Peninsula. Guests are encouraged to sample the flavors of Spain, Portugal and France while enjoying the rustic, yet modern surrounds.
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2. Turmeric & Co
new
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Price: Moderate
• Indian • East Nashville
Turmeric & Co is an Indian fusion kitchen and cocktail bar located inside East Nashville's legendary Hunter's Station food hall. Combing authentic family sauces and methodologies with modern twists and other global cuisine, Turmeric & Co's lunch, happy hour, dinner and weekend brunch menus brings Nashville culinary scene a healthy and vibrant South Asian option. Featuring both outdoor and indoor seating, Turmeric & Co is perfect for family friendly outings and business lunches but still elevated enough for date night or special occasions. Turmeric & Co also acts as the food hall's sole bar, so whether your group decides on other dining options, guests can continue to join us for craft cocktails, beer, wine and non alcoholic creations!
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3. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Nashville
4.8
Exceptional(8197)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 86 times today
The flagship brand of his growing, family of eponymous eateries, Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse tells the story of his life. From the opulent interiors to the artwork & antique furnishings, every facet has a special meaning to the man himself. Now open in Nashville, TN, each iteration of these critically-acclaimed restaurants is rooted in the heritage of the original, yet each also tells a tale of its own, inextricably woven into the unique fabric of the community in which it resides. The most noteworthy element of the brand – and undeniably the key to its success – is The Jeff Ruby Experience, an all-encompassing philosophy embodying the very best U.S.D.A. Steaks, Fresh Seafood, Impeccable Service, Live Entertainment and Passionate Attention To Detail. These qualities and more create a total dining experience unlike any other. An experience we’re proud to bring to the great city of Nashville.
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4. House of Cards
4.7
Exceptional(6224)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 61 times today
House of Cards is Nashville’s most unique dining and entertainment experience. Located underground in a 10,000 sq. ft space, the venue offers an evening for guests unlike any other in the history of the South. ​House of Cards celebrates the art of magic, classic American cuisine and fine hand-crafted cocktails. Guests are encouraged to explore the dining room to enjoy the rare collections and be entertained by some of America’s top magicians. Complimentary tickets to magic performances in the showroom are included with purchase of a dinner entrée. Please, no outside bottles.Reservations for parties of 6 or less can be made 14 days in advance through OpenTable. For parties of 7-12, please reserve 17 days in advance by emailing reservations@hocnashville.com. Dress code strictly enforced. For dress code details, visit HOCNashville.com/reservations. No photography inside the restaurant. Reservations encouraged. Walk-ins welcome subject to availability and dress code.
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5. Harper's
4.8
Exceptional(1456)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 72 times today
Globally-inspired steakhouse with stunning design, unparalleled service and international cocktails.
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6. Bastion
4.9
Exceptional(76)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • South Nashville
Booked 11 times today
Bastion is the 24-seat restaurant of James Beard Foundation Award Nominee Chef Josh Habiger. It is located in a separate area within the casual cocktail bar of the same name, and it is a part of the Wedgewood Houston neighborhood of Nashville, TN. Bastion's dining room features counter seating around the kitchen for parties of 2 as well as three tables for parties of 3 to 6. Bastion's small team serves a weekly set menu of six dinner courses featuring many dishes with a wide variety of flavors, ingredients, and inspirations. Friendly service guides you through the culinary experience, which also features wine pairings, creative cocktails, and a curated vinyl soundtrack. Come early or stay late in the hidden Little Bar, which is a private offering for guests of the restaurant.
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7. etch - Nashville
4.8
Exceptional(8630)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 59 times today
Etch is the perfect place to celebrate special occasions. With its bold flavors, colorful presentations, and an array of global flavors, it's a favorite for many. As per the reviews, it's not just about the food, but also the ambiance and service that makes the experience truly special. From anniversaries to birthdays, Etch offers a unique dining experience that's not to be missed.
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8. The Catbird Seat
4.8
Exceptional(222)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Music Row
Booked 3 times today
The Catbird Seat is an intimate, chef-driven restaurant and culinary incubator that provides chefs a creative outlet in an interactive and open kitchen setting. With just 20 seats arranged around a U-shaped counter, guests are offered a front-row view of the chefs at work, crafting a 10-12 course tasting menu that evolves with the seasons.Currently led by Chefs Tiffani Ortiz and Andy Doubrava, the menu features a dynamic selection of dishes that emphasize sustainability and innovation. Drawing on ingredients preserved from past seasons, foraged finds, and items from their larder, Ortiz and Doubrava showcase their commitment to creativity, resourcefulness, and a modern approach to sustainable cooking.Since its opening, The Catbird Seat has received numerous accolades, including recognition as one of GQ Magazine’s Best New Restaurants, Bon Appetit’s Best New Restaurants, Wine Enthusiast’s Top 100 Wine Restaurants, and Opinionated About Dining’s Top 100 North American Restaurants.
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9. O-Ku - Nashville
4.8
Exceptional(2176)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Germantown
Booked 66 times today
O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. Located in the Germantown neighborhood of Nashville, the restaurant offers rare and unique dining options with traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, highlighting seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients. Reminiscent of traditional Japanese culture, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space.
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10. Valentino's Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(2034)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Midtown
Booked 17 times today
NEW LOCATION at 1808 HAYES STREET !!! Beautiful covered patio! Pasta, Steaks and Chops. Nashville's premier Italian restaurant. You won't leave here hungry. For over 27 years, a Nashville original, Valentino's Ristorante serves the finest Italian cuisine using fresh local ingredients from some of Tennessee's finest. Musicians, movie stars and movers and shakers all have touted Valentino's as the place for great Italian food, live entertainment and private events. Just ask Bill Gates, Robert Redford, Rascal Flatts and the Vice President of the United States. Buon appetito.
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