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1. Urban Grub
4.8
Exceptional(5334)
Price: Expensive
• Regional American (Southern) • Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill
Booked 62 times today
**We are currently experiencing technical difficulty with communication between OpenTable and our Table Management Software. Please use our website (urbangrub.net) to see our availability. Urban Grub is a casual fine dining bar and eatery located in a renovated carwash in Nashville’s iconic 12 South district.The design of the restaurant features a rustic elegance, filled with custom woodwork, stone fireplaces and rounded booths tucked in intimate corners. Urban Grub offers both indoor and outdoor seating with a combination of the two in the beer garden, accompanied a view of the restaurant’s meat curing room, as well as a covered gazebo for larger parties.From the inviting indoor-outdoor atmosphere to the elevated Southern cuisine of fresh seafood, house-made charcuterie, and prime dry-aged steaks, the experience is unforgettable.
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2. Bastion
4.9
Exceptional(49)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • South Nashville
Booked 2 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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3. Skull's Rainbow Room
4.8
Exceptional(5076)
Price: Expensive
• French / American • Downtown
Booked 86 times today
Skull's Rainbow Room is a celebratory hotspot in Nashville's historic Printer's Alley district. With its acclaimed dinner menu and craft cocktails, it's the go-to place for special occasions. As one reviewer said, it's a 'perfect place to celebrate something special in a fun and unique way!' and another described it as a 'great venue for a special occasion/trip into the past'. With its unique ambiance, delicious food, and phenomenal service, it's no wonder it's a beloved spot for birthday celebrations, romantic dinners, and date nights.
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4. The Catbird Seat
4.8
Exceptional(187)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Music Row
Booked 7 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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5. Sinatra Bar & Lounge
4.8
Exceptional(1853)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 42 times today
Sinatra Bar & Lounge celebrates Frank Sinatra’s enduring cultural legacy with a distinctive, Rat Pack-era feel in the heart of Nashville’s historic Printers Alley. Located in Icon Entertainment & Hospitality's Southern Turf Building, Sinatra Bar & Lounge’s warm, intimate atmosphere features an extraordinary collection of Sinatra memorabilia as well as live music daily. A carefully-cultivated menu includes some of Sinatra’s personal favorites, prime steaks, traditional Italian dishes, an array of classic cocktails and more. Sinatra Bar & Lounge is a must for any fan of “Ol’ Blue Eyes." Don’t miss our Happy Hour menu at the bar every day from 4-6pm.Sinatra attire is business casual; no sleeveless shirts or open-toe footwear for the men, no offensive or political message on t-shirts, no sports apparel.* For credit card transactions, there is a 3.5% processing fee. You are welcome to pay in cash the evening of your reservation to avoid the fee.
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6. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Nashville
4.9
Exceptional(8047)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 93 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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7. Harper's
4.8
Exceptional(1267)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 53 times today
Globally-inspired steakhouse with stunning design, unparalleled service and international cocktails.
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8. Valentino's Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(2016)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Midtown
Booked 11 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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9. Yolan
4.6
Exceptional(661)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 24 times today
Voted the No. 1 Restaurant in the U.S. by Food + Wine readers, Yolan is an authentic experience of Italian cuisine done right, located at The Joseph Nashville. A true love letter to Italy, Yolan pays homage to the Pizzuti family's heritage and Joseph's wife, Yolanda.Perfect for dining family style, the a la carte menu features signature dishes paired with seasonal highlights, complemented by breads and dolci by our talented pastry team.Nashville's only Forbes Travel Guide Star Award restaurant and recipient of Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence, Yolan features an extensive wine list of Italian varietals and producers, as well as world-renowned regions and makers.
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10. The Mockingbird Nashville
4.7
Exceptional(3186)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • The Gulch
Booked 19 times today
Modern Diner. Global Fare. Delicious Fun. This is The Mockingbird. Led by talented culinary duo executive chef / partner Brian Riggenbach and front-of-house extraordinaire / partner Mikey Corona, The Mockingbird offers a menu of comfort classics with a global twist and an ambiance of art deco diner whimsy. Walls are covered in beautiful custom-made wallpaper, painted tin tiles on the ceiling, windows open to two patios as weather allows and a larger-than-life mirrored bird sculpture overlooking the dining room. And then there’s the food and drink! Munch on a Mockingburger or Mac N Cheese (aka Feeling Grate!) while sipping an Old-Fashioned-ish or a Punchin’ Bag (ask about it – they are famous!). We also love hosting group events! We have a private dining room, an upstairs dining room and an enclosed patio, all perfect for bridal showers and bachelorette parties plus business lunches and corporate dinners. Y’all come see us! **Reservation cancelation policy is strictly enforced**

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  • Natalie
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This is my second time to Nashville. This time my husband joined me and with his birthday next week wanted to do something fun. The food was wonderful and the experience surpassed all my expectations. Highly would recommend this as a must stop and do experience
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    Skull's Rainbow RoomPrice: Expensive• French / American• Downtown
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    4.8
  • amber
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The food and experience were both amazing. At first it seems like you will leave hungry because the portions are small, but there are so many portions you leave very full and very please! The flavors were unparalleled. I very much enjoyed my experience!
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    The Catbird SeatPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Music Row
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    4.8
  • Wanda
    Washington, D.C. Area •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Really nice restaurant. Excellent food and service. The decor and ambience definitely take you back to the “Rat Pack” days.
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    Sinatra Bar & LoungePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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    4.8
  • Bob
    Nashville •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We loved our experience! We are new to town and Urban Grub was recommended to us. From the service to the beautiful raw bar and lovely desserts, everything was fantastic. The complementary valet service on a rainy January evening was a fantastic touch as well. We went for a birthday celebration and we will certainly be back!
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    Urban GrubPrice: Expensive• Regional American (Southern)• Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill
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    4.8
  • BarbaraVIP
    Miami - Dade •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Bastion is an almost perfect dining experience that starts with their caring and knowledgeable staff. Its dark, hip and casual decor and concept menu pairs nostalgia with modern cuisine and plating. We loved the progression of tastes, the smart wine service, and the personal delivery of each dish by the chefs.For me the array of desserts fell short as they seemed to get lost in their ideas and missed on satisfying tastes. You’ll find lots of interesting ingredients paired in delicious ways with their menu. We arrived way too early for our reserved table and enjoyed perfect and very personalized cocktails made by the personable bar master. She made an hour go by so pleasantly. The unique part of Bastion is the record player playlist that is part of their nostalgia and slow down vibe. We lucked out with a full play of one of our favorite Arcade Fire albums. We’ll be back and would recommend this place to friends.
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    BastionPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• South Nashville
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    4.9

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