Restaurants near Vanderbuilt University

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18 restaurants available nearby

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1. Amerigo - West End

4.7

Exceptional(3357)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Midtown

Booked 24 times today

Amerigo has been a Nashville staple for over three decades. We have shared countless meals and celebrations with multi-generations of families since 1991, and are proud to be the longest standing restaurant on West End Avenue! Traditional Italian pastas, pizza, fresh seafood and wood-fired steaks span the menus for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Early bird specials are offered daily as well as gluten-sensitive versions of your favorite Italian dishes.

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2. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Nashville

4.5

Awesome(2761)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Music Row

Booked 27 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Nashville, TN serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged. Business Casual Proper Attire Required Please. Kindly remove your hat when entering the restaurant. Thank you for not wearing: Gym wear or sweat pants, tank tops, clothing with offense graphics or language, or exposed undergarments, hoodies, ripped jeans and

3. Ichigo Ichie

4.2

Awesome(225)

££££Price: Moderate

• Asian • Music Row

Booked 4 times today

Ichigo Ichie brings Nashville an elevated experience of traditional Japanese cuisine fused with a contemporary touch. Our menu showcases masterfully crafted signature rolls, special nigiri, sashimi, and chef's specials featuring the freshest fish sourced directly from Japan. Heighten your dining experience with our innovative signature cocktails, or journey into our extensive sake selection. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of our dining room, where the nod to Japanese tradition comes to life. At Ichigo Ichie, being our guest means sharing in our commitment to honoring each moment you choose to celebrate with us.**We offer complimentary parking with validation at the Aertson Midtown garage.(Located on the corner of 21st Avenue South and Broadway) Please contact the restaurant for private dining inquiries.

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4. Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse

4.5

Awesome(9038)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Midtown

Booked 29 times today

Housed in a glorious Southern mansion in the heart of Music City, Jimmy Kelly’s continues to be the standard by which all American steakhouses are measured. Founded in 1934 while the country was in the throes of the Great Depression and just one year removed from the repeal of prohibition, Jimmy Kelly made a promise to himself and his diners. Simply put, he would serve a great steak, a generous portion of whiskey and insure the service was always attentive. Making good on that promise has been the cornerstone of the restaurant’s success and enabled it to survive and flourish. Now over 80 years later and operated by the third generation of Kellys, it has earned a reputation as one of the grand old restaurants not only in Nashville but the entire southeast. Come anytime and enjoy a great steak and a generous portion of whiskey!

A photo of Giovanni's Ristorante - Mid Town restaurant

5. Giovanni's Ristorante - Mid Town

4.8

Exceptional(1706)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Music Row

Booked 13 times today

At Giovanni's you will experience creative Italian cuisine in a multi level, chic and relaxed atmosphere.

6. Henley

4.3

Awesome(1216)

££££Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Southern) • Music Row

Booked 5 times today

Rooted in the traditions of regional cooking, Henley celebrates quality products made by American hands. That starts with the hand selected bourbon and Tennessee whiskey barrels that populate our drink program and extends to our rich appreciation for the bounty available in the American South. The atmosphere evolves as you move through the space: bright and breezy on patio, hushed and moody in Snooker. As for the inner sanctum--Henley’s coveted Rabbit Hole--well, you’ll just have to experience that for yourself.

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7. Elliston Place Soda Shop

4.7

Exceptional(158)

££££Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Southern) • Midtown

Booked 9 times today

We’re one part soda shop, one part meat-and-three, and one hundred percent bona fide Southern eatery. We cook each meal fresh from scratch daily, following time-tested recipes and honoring our founder’s meat-and-three legacy. Bring the kids around for a treat, grab lunch with friends, or drop by for a shake and fries. And did we mention the pies?

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8. Sitar Indian Cuisine

4.3

Awesome(37)

££££Price: Moderate

• Indian • Midtown

Welcome to Sitar Indian Restaurant! We are offering a wide range of flavors served with love.

9. Midtown Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(5158)

££££Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southern) • Midtown

Booked 47 times today

Open Table TOP 50 Best Southern Restaurant in USA offering a casual, affordable, fine dining atmosphere with breakfast / brunch / lunch all seven days and dinner Monday through Saturday with cage free eggs, biscuits, pancakes, seafood, prime steak, veal, pastas & featuring 40 wines by the glass and 150 selections. Located just off West End at 102 -19th Ave S in the West End / Vanderbilt / Music Row / Midtown / Medical Center neighborhoods. Since 1987, casual fine dining with quality ingredients prepared and served by caring professionals.Open weekdays for Breakfast 8am-2pm. Lunch 11am-2pm Mon-Sun. Dinner starting at 4:30 Monday - Thursday and 5:00pm Friday and Saturday. Complementary Valet Parking for Lunch and DinnerShuttle offered for events at Tpac, Ryman, The Symphony, and Bridgestone with a 40$/ person check minimum. Must call restaurant to reserve shuttle seats. Requests made on Open Table may not be honored, due to limited seating.

10. Evelyn's

4.4

Awesome(182)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 12 times today

Evelyn’s is a love letter to classic Americana — a dining experience that evokes nostalgia while capturing the art of modern cuisine. With dishes as aesthetically pleasing as they are delectable, the seasonal menu is infused with flavors of the South and highlights bountiful local ingredients. An art-filled oasis with a retro, cosmopolitan-like vibe, Evelyn’s offers something for everyone. Whether meeting for a business breakfast, catching up over an Instagram-worthy brunch, or celebrating a sophisticated dinner on the town, Evelyn's is the newest all-occasion destination in the lively West End neighborhood.

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Updated on 12/03/2025

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Judy
Nashville •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We all had a very good experience, Service was great, Kim (our server) gave us very good service, the table was very accommodating for our group size and the food was delicious.
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Jimmy Kelly's SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Midtown
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4.5
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South Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The dining experience was exceptional! The food was incredible and the staff was amazing!
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Giovanni's Ristorante - Mid TownPrice: Expensive• Italian• Music Row
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4.8
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Katie
Nebraska •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We always enjoy ourselves at Amerigo. The food is delicious and the service is very good.
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Amerigo - West EndPrice: Moderate• Italian• Midtown
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4.7
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Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Amir is top notch and made our experience wonderful! I will be back and ask to have him wait on us again! Thank you Amir!!
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - NashvillePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Music Row
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4.5
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Aaron
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 Feb 2025
The freshest crab rangoon I've ever had. And the flying dragon is a show stopper, an amazing experience.
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Ichigo IchiePrice: Moderate• Asian• Music Row
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