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- RRevisSan Antonio •3 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoMy husband and I arrived in Nashville on a Sunday afternoon and headed straight to Eddie V's because A.I. literally directed us there based upon our eating preferences. We dined at the bar and found the menu to be incredible, from the Tataki and oysters on the half-shell for starters, to the tenter ribeye and scrumptious scallops, to crème brule to finish it off! of note, the spicy margaritas were very satisfying, and the Austin Hope Cab was the perfect finish. we spent about $150 per person, but our tastebuds were totally content, more so than usual!More infoEddie V's - NashvillePrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown•4.8
- TTroyVIPLondon •11 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoEtch has to be my wife and I’s absolute FAVORITE food spot in Nashville. Always an incredible experience with the best meals, easy. Our waitress, Sandra, was perfectly attentive and gave us plenty of time, space to enjoy while always being available to provide information and recommendations when asked. She was great. The entrees were second to none. I did the “from the sea” special, it was the Salmon. It was insanely good, incredible flavors and perfect pairings. My wife got the Filet Mignon and was raving about the meat and potatoes. We started with the Smoked Carpaccio which might be our favorite dish in Nashville. Such a good app. 10/10 experience, always.More infoetch - NashvillePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown•4.7
- DDarbyVIPNashville •3 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoThe best restaurant in Nashville, it’s a must go when in townMore infoBlanco Cocina + Cantina - NashvillePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Downtown•4.6
- BBrianVIPWisconsin •106 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoFood was exceptional. Everything we ordered was delicious. Service needs work. Our waitress did not know to bring each person a small plate to share a chocolate roll. Had to ask for salt and pepper and butter for an english muffin as there was no follow-up to the food being delivered.More infoChurch and Union - NashvillePrice: Expensive• American• Downtown•4.5
- AAnnNew York City •2 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoThe food was delicious. Lobster roll was market value, $36 that day for a hot dog sized roll with a side of chips. It was very good though. The Southampton Pizza was very flavorful, as was the New England clam chowder. Best chowder next to what we’ve had in Boston. It’s a little loud in the restaurant. But not obnoxious. The majority of the Christmas decorations (if you’re coming to see those because you saw it on social media) are on the rooftop level. The rest of the restaurant is regular ambiance. Very friendly service. I would go back.More infoThe Hampton Social - NashvillePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown•4.7
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