Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse

Name: Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse
Address: 217 Louise Ave, Nashville, TN, United States, 37203
Telephone: (615) 329-4349
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

8959 Reviews

$31 to $50

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2 people

30 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 47 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

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!

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Regional American (Southern), American
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Wed 16:30–21:00 Thu 16:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:45
Phone number
(615) 329-4349
Website
http://www.jimmykellys.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Jimmy Kelly’s offers private and semi-private dining areas, giving you a variety of choices to meet your needs with accommodations available for as few as ten or as many as 300 guests. In addition, our entire restaurant is also available for large corporate or charitable functions.
Private party contact
Kayla Tyler: (615) 329-4349

Location
217 Louise Ave, Nashville, TN 37203
Area
Midtown
Cross Street
State Street
Parking details
Valet Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Fresh OystersUS$4.00
East Coast & West Coast
Yellowfin Tuna TatakiUS$20.00
Seaweed Salad/Soy Pearls/Pickled Fresnos
Seafood TowerUS$150.00
Maine Lobster/Oysters/Clams/Jumbo Shrimp
Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$22.00
Fresh Gulf Shrimp With Atomic Horseradish & Cocktail Sauce
Crab CakeUS$26.00
Served With Cajun Remoulade Sauce
Lobster FrittersUS$25.00
Lime creme fraiche and chile remoulade
MusselsUS$20.00
White Wine / Tomatoes / Fresh Herbs
CalamariUS$20.00
Cherry Peppers/ Cilanto/ Aioli/Chili Glaze
Thick-Cut BaconUS$20.00
Brussel Sprouts & Chipotle Pineapple & Bourbon Glaze
Lamb ChopsUS$25.00
Mint Yogurt/Vegetable Ratatouille

Salads

House SaladUS$15.00
Beets / Oranges / Pistachios / Goat Cheese
Caesar SaladUS$15.00
Brioche Croutons / Parmesan Cheese
The WedgeUS$15.00
Bacon / Tomatoes / Blue Cheese / Fried Onions

Premium Steaks

Filet MignonUS$66.00
- 8 ozUS$66.00
- 10 ozUS$80.00
PorterhouseUS$89.00
- 24 ozUS$89.00
Cowboy SteakUS$82.00
- 22 ozUS$82.00
New York StripUS$72.00
Bootlegger's RibeyeUS$84.00
- 16 ozUS$84.00
Bone In Filet MignonUS$90.00
- 16 ozUS$90.00
A5 Japanese TenderloinUS$35.00
3 oz minimum
- 1 ozUS$35.00
American Black Hawk Reserve StripUS$60.00
- 6 ozUS$60.00

Steak Toppers

Oscar StyleUS$20.00
Shrimp ScampiUS$16.00
Lobster TailUS$32.00
BearnaiseUS$6.00
Creamy HorseradishUS$6.00
Brandy Peppercorn SauceUS$6.00
Roasted Garlic ButterUS$6.00
Blu Cheese CrustUS$6.00
Diane SauceUS$6.00
Truffle ButterUS$6.00

Chops & More

Crab Stuffed Sea BassUS$0.00
- 56US$0.00
Verlasso SalmonUS$46.00
Seafood PastaUS$52.00
Berkshire Pork ChopUS$48.00
Veal ChopUS$62.00
JK Classic BurgerUS$25.00

Sides To Share

JK Mashed PotatoesUS$14.00
Sauteed MushroomsUS$14.00
Creamed SpinachUS$14.00
Creamed Corn BruleeUS$14.00
Kate's PotatoesUS$14.00
Mac & CheeseUS$14.00
Brussel SproutsUS$14.00
Baked PotatoUS$14.00

What 8,959 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "excellent food and service." Known for its "delicious steaks" and "classic atmosphere," it remains a go-to spot for special occasions. While prices are on the higher side, the quality of "attentive service" and "generous portions" make it a worthwhile choice for many patrons.

8,959 Reviews

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William
VIP
Nashville
83 reviews
2.0
83 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
A major disappointment. This used to be a great steakhouse. First, they sat our party of four at a table for two. The server was overwhelmed. There were 5 tables in a small room. The Lemon Drop had a salted rim. When we asked for a new one they just poured the same drink in a sugar crusted glass. The Lemon Drop was salty. Dinner was ok. The steaks tasted good but were not hot or warm. Could barely handle the food on the small table. Ordered desert. Chocolate Cake. It was dry and tasted old. Server got better when guests left. Jimmy Kelly's charges $89.00 for a Porter House. They should be better than this
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David
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The two couples thoroughly enjoyed our time together and dinner tonight! Jimmy was an excellent waiter and very attentive. The meal was superb, and Ms. Ray was very thoughtful and delightful! Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse is AMAZING! We will definitely be returning again real soon...
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Chad
VIP
Nashville
30 reviews
4.0
30 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently good food with several new recent additions. The service was impeccable. Pricing has noticeably been increased.
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Wendell
VIP
Nashville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding!!! Great dinner in every way. Service and food were as good as it gets.
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Joe
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server made the whole dining experience very pleasing. The food was very good. Will definitely recommend this restaurant.
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Sharae
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We only came here because we received a gift certificate years ago and plus we’d like to try every steakhouse (despite us not eating steak). We looked at the menu and we didn’t know what we would actually like. Our waiter was very accommodating when I asked if we could order Bar Bites as those items seemed more appealing to us. We ordered onion rings, lobster tacos, chicken bao buns, lobster fritters, prime sliders, and beef empanadas. Everything was delicious. Jeff was our waiter and he was really fabulous on Christmas Eve! Im very appreciative that they were able to accommodate us by letting us order Bar Bites without having to sit at the bar area. I’m very thankful for Jeff, valet, cooks, servers, and everyone who worked Christmas Eve.
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George
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jimmy Kelly's is a first class dining experience. The food, service, and ambiance is always top-notch.
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Mark
Chicago
32 reviews
4.0
32 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good service and we always love the ambiance and history of this old steakhouse. The food was above average with very ample portions. The salmon was good but the odd presentation of the fish on top of a very large mound of cold beets was off putting. Even the server commented about the beets and the entree presentation. Convenient and quick valet service.
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Debbie
Nashville
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food was awsome as always, and service was great. I felt like we were in a closet. The area where we were had 3 tables and a Christmas tree. Problem was it was okay with just me and my husband, then the other tables begin to fill and I felt clostophic. The curtain that divided the room from a larger room was no noise barrier at all. Loud party on the other side of the curtain, we couldn't hear each other talk for the noise. We were seated on the top floor, stairs were another issue with my disabled husband trying to climb them, then go down.
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Steve
Nashville
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was great as always! Best place for a family celebration in Nashville:
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Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse is rated 4.5 stars by 8959 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

30 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 47 times today

217 Louise Ave, Nashville, TN 37203

Additional information

Cross Street
State Street
Area
Midtown
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Wed 16:30–21:00 Thu 16:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:45
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Regional American (Southern), American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.jimmykellys.com/
Phone number
(615) 329-4349
Private party facilities
Jimmy Kelly’s offers private and semi-private dining areas, giving you a variety of choices to meet your needs with accommodations available for as few as ten or as many as 300 guests. In addition, our entire restaurant is also available for large corporate or charitable functions.
Private party contact
Kayla Tyler: (615) 329-4349

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Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse

Make a booking

Private dining

Additional information

85 Nashville Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Porterhouse

New York Strip

Crab Stuffed Sea Bass

Appetizers

Fresh OystersUS$4.00

Yellowfin Tuna TatakiUS$20.00

Seafood TowerUS$150.00

Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$22.00

Crab CakeUS$26.00

Lobster FrittersUS$25.00

MusselsUS$20.00

CalamariUS$20.00

Thick-Cut BaconUS$20.00

Lamb ChopsUS$25.00

Salads

House SaladUS$15.00

Caesar SaladUS$15.00

The WedgeUS$15.00

Premium Steaks

Filet MignonUS$66.00

PorterhouseUS$89.00

Cowboy SteakUS$82.00

New York StripUS$72.00

Bootlegger's RibeyeUS$84.00

Bone In Filet MignonUS$90.00

A5 Japanese TenderloinUS$35.00

American Black Hawk Reserve StripUS$60.00

Steak Toppers

Oscar StyleUS$20.00

Shrimp ScampiUS$16.00

Lobster TailUS$32.00

BearnaiseUS$6.00

Creamy HorseradishUS$6.00

Brandy Peppercorn SauceUS$6.00

Roasted Garlic ButterUS$6.00

Blu Cheese CrustUS$6.00

Diane SauceUS$6.00

Truffle ButterUS$6.00

Chops & More

Crab Stuffed Sea BassUS$0.00

Verlasso SalmonUS$46.00

Seafood PastaUS$52.00

Berkshire Pork ChopUS$48.00

Veal ChopUS$62.00

JK Classic BurgerUS$25.00

Sides To Share

JK Mashed PotatoesUS$14.00

Sauteed MushroomsUS$14.00

Creamed SpinachUS$14.00

Creamed Corn BruleeUS$14.00

Kate's PotatoesUS$14.00

Mac & CheeseUS$14.00

Brussel SproutsUS$14.00

Baked PotatoUS$14.00

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