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The Catbird Seat, Nashville, TN
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The Catbird Seat

$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
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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Executive chef: Tiffani Ortiz & Andy Doubrava

From the OpenTable editors: When it opened 2011, Strategic Hospitality’s flagship tasting restaurant kicked off a new era of fine dining in Nashville. In addition to racking up accolades from GQ and Bon Appétit, Catbird Seat has been an incubator for some of the city’s top chefs. Today, Tiffani Ortiz and Andy Doubrava command the open, counter-style kitchen, turning out innovative New American tasting menus that can stretch to 18 courses of dishes like a walnut cookie filled with chicken liver mousse and berry preserves.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Contemporary European, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (615) 810-8200
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 195 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Innovative

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

  • Nashville

    Innovative

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Catbird Seat offers a remarkable dining experience with "superlative food" and "exemplary service." Diners are treated to unique, artistic dishes crafted by passionate chefs, paired with adventurous beverages. The intimate bar setting allows for engaging interactions with knowledgeable staff, creating an unforgettable culinary journey praised for its creativity and detail.

195 Reviews
  1. Dennis

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time. The dishes were amazing. So much flavor. The meal lasted 2+ hours and seemed like 10 minutes. The food and prep were the show. Just an excellent experience. Definitely worth doing.

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  2. Holly

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was one of the best meals I’ve ever had, and I’ve eaten at many Michelin starred restaurants all over the world. Every dish was creative and detailed in a way that was a party for the pallet. The attention to detail is unsurpassed, and the chefs passion for cooking is evident. They use the freshest local ingredients and have a treasure trove of a pantry with unique things they make in house. Service was impeccable while still being friendly and completely approachable. We left completely satisfied without feeling stuffed. I cannot say which dish I loved the most. They were all that good. The exciting thing is knowing the next time I visit the adventure will be completely new as these chefs are too creative to be stagnant. Bravo on a creative concept executed deliciously!

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  3. Crystal

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love every minute of this experience! The food was amazing, the chefs explained everything well and the service was outstanding. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for a new experience!

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  4. Ahree

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated a double birthday at The Catbird Seat . It was wonderful and the service team and chefs were kind and thoughtful . The pace was perfect and one of the highlights for us was the non alcoholic pairings with our tastings . Yes, it’s true ! The set up of flavors of these magical little sips made our experience delightful. We re still talking about it ! Go with an open mind to experience every bite that is thoughtfully created . With all the restaurants in our town now, make sure you don’t skip this one! Thank you Catbird Seat for a memorable evening and we LOVE the comic book and tasting card we received at the end . Just another personal touch that made us feel connected to the story of Chefs Tiffany Ortiz and Andy Doubrava. Thanks guys!!!

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  5. Jim

    Nashville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An unbelievable dinning experience. Excellent service and enjoyable and informative discussions with the chefs.

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  6. Vicki

    VIP

    Nashville

    238 reviews

    5.0

    238 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This has been on our list for years but have never been able to get a reservation when it worked for our schedule. We had begun to wonder if it was really worth it but still wanted to try it. And wow - it was REALLY WORTH IT!!! We had an amazing time. The food was as good as anything we have eaten anywhere and the experience was over the top fun! We did the wine/cocktail pairing and it was also worth every penny. I wish I had the words for how good the food is. And sitting at the chef's table where you see all the action is just plain fun. My only caveat is this is a great place for 2 - 4 people -not great for large groups. Can't wait to go back!

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  7. Andrew

    VIP

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food presentation and staff, A+. But debated saying something (and thought maybe I just didn’t understand the flavors), but some of the fish was overwhelmingly fishy and couldn’t enjoy those dishes. Wonder if it was supposed to taste like that or we were actually served bad fish.

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  8. amber

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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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  9. Angela

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was an amazing dining experience! Wonderful staff and of course the food! Absolutely delightful! Looking forward to going again!!!

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  10. Chris

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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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FAQs

The Catbird Seat is rated 4.8 stars by 195 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
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for The Catbird Seat

1711 Division Street, Nashville, TN 37203

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    18th Avenue
  • Neighbourhood
    Music Row
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Contemporary European, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine
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