Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Music Row

12 restaurants available nearby

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1. Commons Club Kitchen and Bar

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Southern) • Midtown

Booked 4 times today

Serving as the social epicenter of Virgin Hotels Nashville, Commons Club offers an interactive experience with three distinct spaces inviting locals and hotel guests alike to eat, drink and explore Music Row. The Kitchen boasts an open-style kitchen concept and dining room including an exclusive chef’s table. Guests can enjoy an elevated mix of small plates, craveable entrées and sides available for breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner. The Bar offers thoughtfully crafted cocktails, a curated wine selection and a menu of bites. Adjacent to the bar is The Shag Room, a swanky space with a southern twist that features wrap-around tiered seating and a fringe ceiling installation evoking an enjoyable setting for both travelers and locals.

2. The Catbird Seat

4.8

Exceptional(186)

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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3. Central Bar + Kitchen

4.0

Excellent(68)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown

Booked 1 time today

Central Bar + Kitchen is a modern social hub near Vanderbilt University that welcomes locals, Nashville Travelers, and the campus community. Our guests are smart and stylish, so we never slack on delivering an excellent, energetic experience.

4. Adele's

4.7

Exceptional(5922)

Price: Expensive

• American • The Gulch

Booked 52 times today

Adele’s restaurant in Nashville is a partnership among Ken Levitan and Howard Greenstone of Red Pebbles Hospitality. The restaurant features an open kitchen with a large fireplace grill, wood-burning oven, white quarter-sawn oak bar, chef’s counter, and heated outdoor dining patio with umbrellas. The menu at Adele’s focuses on seasonal, accessible comfort food sourced from local farms and purveyors. The restaurant is open for dinner nightly and offers a wonderful weekend brunch from 10:00am - 2:00pm. Adele’s provides free parking in the first 2 rows of angled parking spots located directly in front of our building (validation required). If our parking lot is full, we offer validated parking in the parking lot across the street (1207 McGavock St.) or the parking garage behind Adele's (1222 Demonbreun St.). Please see the host stand for validation!

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5. Oak Steakhouse - Nashville

4.5

Awesome(3932)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • The Gulch

Booked 40 times today

Nestled at the base of the iconic Westin Hotel in the heart of Nashville, TN, our steakhouse offers a sophisticated dining experience where modern elegance meets Southern hospitality. Open Sunday through Thursday from 5 PM to 9 PM, and Friday through Saturday from 4 PM to 10 PM, we provide an inviting atmosphere perfect for both intimate dinners and special celebrations. Guests enjoy the convenience of complimentary valet parking at the Westin Hotel next door, ensuring a seamless experience from arrival to departure. Join us for expertly crafted steaks, an exceptional wine list, and an unforgettable evening in Music City.

6. etch - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(8569)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 53 times today

Featuring an array of global flavors and decadent desserts by Chef Deb Paquette and Pastry Chef Megan Williams, Etch is located in the ground floor of the Encore tower in Nashville's SoBro district. The restaurant is equipped with two private dining rooms, a full bar and an open kitchen with bar-style seating, allowing guests to interact with the culinary team. Lunch and dinner are available Monday-Friday, as well as dinner on Saturday. In her 13 years as Chef/Owner of Zola, Deb received accolades for Nashville's best chef and Nashville's best restaurant multiple times. Nashville restaurants are many, but Etch sets itself apart with bold flavors and colorful presentations.The cuisine at Etch is complemented by our comprehensive wine list, featuring an extensive collection of wines from around the world. Guests can also enjoy our modern take on classic cocktails, along with a variety of eclectic beers and regional drafts.

7. Henrietta Red

4.8

Exceptional(169)

Price: Expensive

• American • Germantown

Booked 26 times today

Located in Nashville's Germantown neighborhood, Henrietta Red is an acclaimed oyster bar and restaurant. It boasts a welcoming barroom, spacious dining room, oyster bar, and a temperature-controlled, enclosed patio.Henrietta Red’s approach to dining centers on fresh, seasonal dishes intended for sharing, fostering an inviting atmosphere ideal for meals with familiar and new friends. Our menu highlights local TN produce and responsibly sourced seafood, offering an extensive variety of oysters from coast to coast. Henrietta Red was named one of America’s 50 Best New Restaurants by Bon Appétit, one of GQ’s Best New Restaurants in America, and a James Beard Foundation Awards Semifinalist for Best New Restaurant in 2018. Chef Julia has been recognized as one of the Best Young Chefs in America by Robb Report and as one of Food & Wine Magazine’s Best New Chefs in 2018. She was also a 2019 semifinalist and 2020 Nominee for Best Chef: Southeast by the James Beard Foundation Awards.

8. City House

4.8

Exceptional(1658)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Germantown

Booked 23 times today

At City House in Nashville, TN, James Beard Award winning Chef Tandy Wilson makes an amazing array of dishes to pair up with the enormous array of artisan cocktails, wine and bourbon or whiskey choices available. A popular Sunday Supper gives a unique dining experience, but many come for the regular dinner menu.The dinner choices at City House include starters like frico, pork snacks, and seasonal salads. There are handmade pizzas with traditional toppings and more Southern inspired choices like belly ham or kale. The entrees are just as seasonal and include dishes like the local trout, hand made pastas, and wood oven roasted meats. A visit to City House allows you to enjoy a wonderful experience in a historic setting.

9. Black Rabbit

4.6

Exceptional(73)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Located across from Printers Alley, just two blocks from Broadway, Black Rabbit is a Restaurant & Bar with full service dinner (4PM Mon-Sat), Saturday Brunch (10AM - 2PM), the Best Happy Hour in Nashville 2022 (4-6 PM Mon-Sat; $6 Old Fashioneds, Margs, and Mules) and Live Music (9PM Fri-Sat) . The creative cocktails and large bourbon collection flow generously from the bar while steaks, chops, seafood, & local vegetables emanate from the wood-fire, open kitchen. Originally home to a furniture showroom 134 years ago and subsequently, the law office of Tommy Osborn, attorney to Jimmy Hoffa, Black Rabbit is writing their own chapter by reimagining what a local Nashville tavern and speakeasy would've been like during Prohibition... wood-fire cooking, strong cocktails, and a sophisticated atmosphere with genuine, relaxed hospitality. Locally owned and operated, we aim to show you our idea of home team hospitality when you visit Downtown Nashville.

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10. Drusie & Darr at The Hermitage Hotel

4.8

Exceptional(18)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

The cuisine at Drusie and Darr by Jean-Georges reflects a passionate commitment to fresh, organic and local ingredients. The restaurant’s modern American menu changes with the seasons, focusing on artisanal and sustainable produce at its peak. Meat, fish and dairy are locally sourced, where possible, from humanely treated, pasture-fed animals free of antibiotics and hormones. In addition to offering the freshest and finest dishes, the design of Drusie and Darr features preserved 1902 Beaux-Arts details such as vaulted ceilings, original oak walls, and a partially open kitchen with modern twists and custom furniture by Thomas Juul-Hansen.

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Coleson
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Me and my girlfriend went here for our anniversary. Service was amazing and we were stunned by how good the bread and butter was. We ordered the duo entree and shared each steak. This with a side a Mac and cheese and the mushrooms were plenty to fill us up. Best part of the meal might just have been the sides because wow i have never tasted better mac and cheese and this place made me like mushrooms which i never thought was possible. Great experience and great night. Would recommend!
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Oak Steakhouse - NashvillePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• The Gulch
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4.5
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Chris
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our dinner at Catbird Seat was both a highlight of our trip to Nashville and an absolute top ten meal of all time. The food was outstanding. Every bite was a little bit of culinary heaven on earth. The beverage pairings were both adventurous and spot on. And, above all else, the service was exemplary; from the moment we were greeted and escorted to our seats, until we exited. An absolutely lovely experience that exceeded all expectations! A big ‘Thank you!’ to Tiffani, Andy, Sara, Ash, and the entire staff for a very memorable experience from start to finish. We cannot wait for the opportunity to return!
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The Catbird SeatPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Music Row
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4.8
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JenniferVIP
Southwest Florida •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 1, 2025
New Years Day brunch was a great experience. Buffet had an amazing selection of tasty items. Would highly recommend!!
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Adele'sPrice: Expensive• American• The Gulch
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4.7
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CandyHVIP
Austin •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
It was so nice to have dinner with my pug puppies! Everyone was so accommodating. Thank you for a lovely end to a long day of traveling.
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Commons Club Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• Regional American (Southern)• Midtown
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4.4
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GfamilyVIP
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 11, 2024
I really loved the food and the service was great! Very friendly and welcoming.
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Central Bar + KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown
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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Commons Club Kitchen and Bar

2. The Catbird Seat

3. Central Bar + Kitchen

4. Adele's

5. Oak Steakhouse - Nashville

6. etch - Nashville

7. Henrietta Red

8. City House

9. Black Rabbit

10. Drusie & Darr at The Hermitage Hotel

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