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Choy

Name: Choy
Address: 121B 12th Ave N., Nashville, TN, United States, 37203
Telephone: (615) 696-7353
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

$31 to $50

Chinese

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2 people

26 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot

Choy brings nostalgic Chinese American flavors utilizing local Tennessee ingredients by consulting Michelin-Star & James Beard Award Winning Chef Brandon Jew. Our signature Whole Roasted Peking-Style Duck is our crown jewel and is served in ceremony while our dining room boasts grand mid-20th century Shanghai art-deco design that transports you back to the Golden Age era.

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From the OpenTable editors: Chinese American flavors meet Tennessee ingredients at this sleek restaurant named one of the 25 best in the city by The New York Times. Inspired by consulting chef Brandon Jew’s SF hotspot Mister Jiu's, Choy dishes up cross-cultural hits like roast duck with peanut butter hoisin and gulf snapper with fermented black beans. Beverage titans Justin Mueller & Abe Vucekovich have created an enviable drinks program spotlighting rare selections that pair perfectly with the food and moody interiors featuring grand emerald leather booths and artwork by acclaimed Nashville artist Ed Nash.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Chinese, Asian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
Phone number
(615) 696-7353
Website
http://www.choynashville.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
121B 12th Ave N., Nashville, TN 37203
Area
The Gulch
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We offer parking validation Tues-Thurs in the Whole Foods Parking Garage. On Friday-Saturday, we offer Valet.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

Offers

Golden Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 17:00 - 19:00
Come join us on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 5pm-7pm at our Bar Top for $10 Wine & Cocktails, $6 Beer, and $8 Snacks! Walk-ins only.

Smashed CucumbersUS$13.00
avocado, crispy seaweed
Sichuan-Spiced CabbageUS$12.00
heaven facing chili, cilantro
Yellowtail YushengUS$21.00
asian pear, radish, toasted sesame
Egg Drop SoupUS$10.00
garlic chive schmaltz, cilantro
Sourdough Scallion PancakeUS$17.00
add 15g ossetra caviar 55+
Squid Ink Pork WontonsUS$24.00
wok-fried squid, fermented fresno chili
Prawn & Pork ShumaiUS$15.00
ginger, carrot
'Salt & Pepper' Chicken WingsUS$17.00
white pepper, jalapeño, sweet soy
Xinjiang Lamb RibsUS$19.00
cumin-spiced, soy pickles, gem lettuce
Mapo TofuUS$26.00
minced flat iron, egg tofu custard, wagyu tallow chili

Large

Peking-Style Roast Duck (serves 2-3)US$130.00
house made pancakes, peanut butter hoisin, duck liver mousse, scallions, cucumbers, cilantro
Salt-Baked Bucksnort TroutUS$49.00
smoked trout roe, ginger, scallion
Whole Sizzled Gulf Snapper
leeks, ginger, fermented black bean, cilantro, peanut oil
Prime New York Strip SteakUS$65.00
black pepper gravy, sweet peppers, onions

Noodles • Rice

Beef Chow FunUS$46.00
fresh wide noodles, prime flank, broccoli, horseradish
White Truffle & Blue Crab Fried RiceUS$50.00
parsnip, mushroom gravy, scallion, egg
Gulf Shrimp Fried RiceUS$27.00
butternut squash, xo butter, chives, egg

Vegetables

Mushu MushroomsUS$27.00
braised cabbage, peanut butter hoisin, egg
Caramelized Hakurei TurnipsUS$16.00
cured beef heart, garlic, sacha
Wok-Charred Bok ChoyUS$17.00
smashed garlic, oyster sauce
Oil-Blanched Green BeansUS$18.00
preserved radish, fermented black bean, country ham

What 52 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Choy is a culinary gem in Nashville, celebrated for its exceptional service and vibrant atmosphere. Guests rave about its "absolutely delicious and creative food," with standout dishes like the scallion pancake and Peking duck. Many describe Choy as a "special occasion place," highlighting its ability to deliver a unique dining experience. The impressive wine list and inventive cocktails complement the expertly prepared dishes, making it a must-visit for food enthusiasts.

52 Reviews

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Kristin
Alabama
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Mediocre, overpriced food. We are here on Xmas eve snd they stuck us in an empty, dark part of the restaurant. Such a depressing experience. Definitely will not be going back.
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Benjamin
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely stellar restaurant! The Peking duck is a must order, it is the best I’ve ever had. Services was impeccable and atmosphere was excellent. Expensive, however very much worth it. Will be going again!
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judi
Portland
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an incredible meal, with the egg drop soup being a stand out. Holly recommend a trout dish. Will definitely be going back and recommending Choy to all my friends.
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Sara
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Olivia and Felicia and support staff were amazing, what an incredible Christmas Eve. Thank you to their team and the Chefs and kitchen team for their hard work and attention to detail.
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Tiffany
VIP
Nashville
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was an exceptional experience. The service, the vibes, and especially the food were perfect!
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Pat
VIP
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delicious meal with an extremely friendly waitstaff and bartender. The duck was out of this world, as was every dish we ordered. Definitely going back!
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Jennifer
Nashville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent! 10/10, will be back for sure! The staff was so attentive & nice. They made the birthday that we were celebrating super special
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Laura
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly spectacular service, everyone had a time!! Thank you for a special evening
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I had an amazing night at Choy. It was my Birthday dinner and I believe every staff member wished me a happy birthday. The Peking duck was phenomenal!
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Shelli
VIP
Nashville
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing. Our waiter coursed out our meal perfectly! The service was excellent!!
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FAQs

Choy offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (615) 696-7353.

Choy is rated 4.8 stars by 52 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

26 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

121B 12th Ave N., Nashville, TN 37203

Additional information

Area
The Gulch
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Chinese, Asian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We offer parking validation Tues-Thurs in the Whole Foods Parking Garage. On Friday-Saturday, we offer Valet.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.choynashville.com/
Phone number
(615) 696-7353

Choy

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Golden Happy Hour

Small

Smashed CucumbersUS$13.00

Sichuan-Spiced CabbageUS$12.00

Yellowtail YushengUS$21.00

Egg Drop SoupUS$10.00

Sourdough Scallion PancakeUS$17.00

Squid Ink Pork WontonsUS$24.00

Prawn & Pork ShumaiUS$15.00

'Salt & Pepper' Chicken WingsUS$17.00

Xinjiang Lamb RibsUS$19.00

Mapo TofuUS$26.00

Large

Peking-Style Roast Duck (serves 2-3)US$130.00

Salt-Baked Bucksnort TroutUS$49.00

Whole Sizzled Gulf Snapper

Prime New York Strip SteakUS$65.00

Noodles • Rice

Beef Chow FunUS$46.00

White Truffle & Blue Crab Fried RiceUS$50.00

Gulf Shrimp Fried RiceUS$27.00

Vegetables

Mushu MushroomsUS$27.00

Caramelized Hakurei TurnipsUS$16.00

Wok-Charred Bok ChoyUS$17.00

Oil-Blanched Green BeansUS$18.00

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