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etch - Franklin, Franklin, TN

etch - Franklin

4.7
4.7
274 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 53 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
etch is a globally-inspired restaurant by award-winning chef Deb Paquette. The original location opened its doors in 2012 in lively downtown Nashville; the second location opened in fall of 2024 in The Factory at Franklin. The modern restaurant houses two private dining rooms, a full bar, and a chef’s bar, giving guests a look into the restaurants' culinary prowess.

etch’s eclectic menu incorporates innovative dishes inspired by Deb and Executive Chef Jess Lambert's favorite regions of the world to leave a lasting impression, or etch, on every diner. A wine list with over 80 choices is available, along with high-gravity local beers and hand-crafted signature cocktails.

Desserts are prepared in-house by Pastry Chef Megan Williams, whose creations top the list for the city’s sweet confections. House-made ice creams and artfully plated desserts change seasonally, providing a revolving array of treats that will keep you coming back for more.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jess Lambert
  • Private party facilities
    Etch offers two private dining spaces for hosting meetings, receptions, and special events. The Iris Room can accommodate up to 12 guests; the Cardinal Room can accommodate up to 32 seated guests. A prix fixe menu is offered to private dining groups, and we are happy to offer customized menus and beverage options for your guests.
  • Neighbourhood
    Franklin
  • Cross Street
    Liberty Pike
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Easter

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Join us on Easter Sunday! In addition to a limited all-day menu, we will be featuring a selection of brunch items from 11am-3pm. We look forward to hosting you!
    Easter photo
  • Mother's Day

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us this Mother's Day for a special meal with your family! In addition to a limited all-day menu served from 11am-8pm, we will be featuring a selection of brunch items from 11am-3pm. We look forward to hosting you and your loved ones!
    Mother's Day photo

What 274 people are saying

etch - Franklin reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Etch - Franklin offers an exquisite dining experience with "creative dishes," "exceptional service," and "a chic and inviting ambience." Diners rave about the "amazing flavors" of both vegetarian and pescatarian options. The restaurant, set in The Factory, is a "wonderful addition" to Franklin's dining scene, perfect for special occasions or casual outings.
274 Reviews
  1. Lindsey

    Nashville4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent and very attentive and friendly service by our server and incredible food. The only issue is we were one of the last tables of the night. The kitchen staff was cussing loudly throughout the night for various reasons and they were running loud vacuums while we were dining even though we had a reservation, which affected the otherwise beautiful ambiance.
    etch - FranklinResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Lindsey, thank you for your recent visit to etch! I'm pleased to hear that you enjoyed your selections and received top-notch service, though I'm very sorry to learn about the ambiance and the manner in which it was lacking during your meal. There's no excuse for the absence of awareness and order that was demonstrated by our team, and I sincerely apologize for missing the mark here. We take this feedback very seriously and would love the opportunity to speak with you and rectify your disappointing visit. Our General Manager has reached out to you directly via email; we appreciate your patronage and hope to have the opportunity to show you a true etch experience in the near future.

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  2. Tammy

    Nashville6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was terrific; gratis surprise dessert for birthday celebrations; noise level was a bit loud Overall, loved our dining experience!

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  3. James VIP

    Jacksonville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous! Deb is the most creatively chef and her creations are exquisite in presentation and a delicious blend of flavors.

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  4. Sydney

    New York City5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Was just OK, not great. We probably won’t go back.
    etch - FranklinResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Sydney, I'm sorry to hear that! Our General Manager has reached out to you directly to learn more about your experience and how we can improve. Thank you for your patronage and feedback.

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  5. Jeff

    Nashville4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food. Such great flavors in every dish. Executive chef came out and talk to us and other. Very friendly and nice.

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  6. Debbie VIP

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best dinner in Franklin…thanks Etch for choosing us. Checking all boxes❤️

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  7. Susan VIP

    Nashville39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a winner! Perfect spot for pre show for Studio Tenn productions. The food is delicious and service excellent. Horseradish Caesar is awesome and the mahi was chefs kiss. So thankful we have Etch in Franklin!

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  8. Derby

    Nashville2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is amazing but could have been just a little bit warmer. Waitress was very nice but was working three tables and we did not get our wine order in until after we were served our entree. She did a great job but could of used some help. Also, we had a 915 reservation and were the last to leave but the staff seemed like they were just waiting on us to get out of there. We were not trying to prolong the dinner but we did want to enjoy it without feeling rushed out.
    etch - FranklinResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Derby, thank you for sharing your experience with us. I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the food and received friendly service, although I'm sorry to learn that some aspects of your visit didn’t meet expectations. It’s important to us that every guest feels comfortable and well taken care of, no matter what time of day they dine with us, and it sounds like we missed the mark here. Our General Manager is reaching out to you directly to learn more about your visit and see how we can make things right. We value your feedback, as it helps us improve the experience we provide our guests. Thank you for your patronage; we hope to connect with you soon.

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  9. Alana VIP

    Nashville12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hands down one of my favorite dining experiences in Franklin right now. So many delicious options for vegetarians and pescatarians. So many delicious drinks. The ambience is warm and inviting while still feeling elevated and chic. The service is unmatched and feels five star without the pretension. Can’t recommend etch at The Factory enough.

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  10. Athena

    Western NC14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our experience there! The food was equally beautiful and delicious!

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FAQs

etch - Franklin is rated 4.7 stars by 274 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 53 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for etch - Franklin

230 Franklin Rd suite 1300, Franklin, TN 37064-6345

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Liberty Pike
  • Neighbourhood
    Franklin
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jess Lambert
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Etch offers two private dining spaces for hosting meetings, receptions, and special events. The Iris Room can accommodate up to 12 guests; the Cardinal Room can accommodate up to 32 seated guests. A prix fixe menu is offered to private dining groups, and we are happy to offer customized menus and beverage options for your guests.
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