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etch - Franklin, Franklin, TN

etch - Franklin

4.7
4.7
255 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
21:30
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
etch is a globally-inspired restaurant by award-winning chef Deb Paquette. The original location opened its doors in 2012 in lively downtown Nashville; the second location opened in fall of 2024 in The Factory at Franklin. The modern restaurant houses two private dining rooms, a full bar, and a chef’s bar, giving guests a look into the restaurants' culinary prowess.

etch’s eclectic menu incorporates innovative dishes inspired by Deb and Executive Chef Jess Lambert's favorite regions of the world to leave a lasting impression, or etch, on every diner. A wine list with over 80 choices is available, along with high-gravity local beers and hand-crafted signature cocktails.

Desserts are prepared in-house by Pastry Chef Megan Williams, whose creations top the list for the city’s sweet confections. House-made ice creams and artfully plated desserts change seasonally, providing a revolving array of treats that will keep you coming back for more.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 11:00–22:00 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (629) 966-0012
  • Website
    http://www.etchrestaurant.com/franklin
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jess Lambert
  • Private party facilities
    Etch offers two private dining spaces for hosting meetings, receptions, and special events. The Iris Room can accommodate up to 12 guests; the Cardinal Room can accommodate up to 32 seated guests. A prix fixe menu is offered to private dining groups, and we are happy to offer customized menus and beverage options for your guests.

Experiences

  • Easter

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Join us on Easter Sunday! In addition to a limited all-day menu, we will be featuring a selection of brunch items from 11am-3pm. We look forward to hosting you!
    Easter photo

  • Mother's Day

    11 May 2025 only
    Join us this Mother's Day for a special meal with your family! In addition to a limited all-day menu served from 11am-8pm, we will be featuring a selection of brunch items from 11am-3pm. We look forward to hosting you and your loved ones!
    Mother's Day photo

Menu

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What 255 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Etch in Franklin dazzles diners with "incredible" and "innovative" dishes, warm service, and a "beautiful" setting. Guests rave about the "creative and flavorful" menu, with standouts like the "pork ribeye," "roasted cauliflower," and "brussels sprouts." Perfect for special occasions, it offers an "unforgettable dining experience" in a lively atmosphere.

255 Reviews

  1. Patricia VIP

    Chicago14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Etch always deliver! An excellent time. The food, service, and ambiance were very good.

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  2. Lynn

    Nashville5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been to Etch in downtown Nashville many times and have always loved it. We were thrilled to discover that the Franklin location is just as wonderful. The entrees were very flavorful, the service was great and the ambiance was nice. We will definitely return.

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  3. James VIP

    London75 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a five star experience for us. It began with the Etch salad, and the duck tart followed by the scallops and the pork tenderloin. We had a very nice bottle of Brunello. All in all, David, our server was outstanding and the experience was five stars

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  4. JJ / George VIP

    Nashville17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lucky to have such a gem in Franklin. Food was innovative and service was top notch. We will be back

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  5. Allen VIP

    Nashville24 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Salad was awesome - both or our entrees were warm - not hot. I think they had beed sitting under a lamp for a while. We were both hungry and did not want to send back to have kitchen remake. Not sure if we will go back

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  6. Rebecca

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Server Dan was fantastic! He was knowledgeable and super kind! Thank you for a great Birthday dinner for my husband!

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  7. RhondaM

    Nashville18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hostess was welcoming; bartenders were great at answering questions before we sat for our meal; our server was attentive. Etch is our favorite downtown restaurant and it will continue to be our favorite new location. Great food, wine and spirits, and atmosphere to celebrate or meet with friends.

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  8. Dana VIP

    Nashville3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Etch in Franklin was not for us….Our service was good but the food was subpar. My husband and i shared a filet which tasted more like a roast. The Caesar salad had horseradish in it which was a very odd flavor for the salad and the crispy potato salad dressing was very overpowering and not crispy at all. Probably wont be back.
    etch - FranklinResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Dana, thank you for your recent visit to etch. I am sorry to learn that you did not care for your meal, and regret that we failed to make a positive first impression. We are always more than happy to replace anything you are not fully satisfied with, as our goal is to have each and every guest leave with a five-star meal. I am hopeful you will return soon to try something else; I am confident we can find something on our menu you will love! We appreciate your patronage and feedback, and please do let us know if there is ever anything we can do to improve your experience in any way. Thank you again, and we hope to see you in again soon.

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  9. MindyM

    Nashville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was absolutely wonderful! The flavors were excellent and our service was amazing! The attention to detail in both the food and the service was superb!

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  10. Jennifer

    Nashville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very busy. Sat at counter. Food was delicious. Had From the Sea and scallops. Pricey for a little amount of food.

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etch - Franklin is rated 4.7 stars by 255 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
21:30
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for etch - Franklin

230 Franklin Rd suite 1300, Franklin, TN 37064-6345

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Liberty Pike
  • Area
    Franklin
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 11:00–22:00 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jess Lambert
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.etchrestaurant.com/franklin
  • Phone number
    (629) 966-0012
  • Private party facilities
    Etch offers two private dining spaces for hosting meetings, receptions, and special events. The Iris Room can accommodate up to 12 guests; the Cardinal Room can accommodate up to 32 seated guests. A prix fixe menu is offered to private dining groups, and we are happy to offer customized menus and beverage options for your guests.
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