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The most beautiful restaurant in Nashville! - The Rutledge Downtown Nashville, Nashville, TN

The Rutledge Downtown Nashville

4.5
4.5
899 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 24 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Rutledge is a chic eatery known for its culinary excellence and an upscale ambiance surrounded by artwork from famed photographers and artists such as Terry O’Neill, RETNA, and Alec Monopoly. Our menu highlights include handmade sushi rolls made with freshly sourced ahi tuna flown in every other day from Hawaii and an expansive wine list that includes our own private label, Revelette, grown in Napa Valley. Open for Lunch, Dinner, and Weekend Brunch.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (615) 678-8063
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Here at The Rutledge, we offer a wide array of ways to bring groups together with private and semi-private options. We are able to accommodate groups of all sizes and promise a beautiful view of Nashville with every booking. For Private Dining and Event inquiries please call 615.678.8063 for details.
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 899 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Great for scenic views

  • Nashville

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Rutledge Downtown Nashville boasts a "stunning venue" with a vibrant ambiance and a "solid bar experience." Standout servers like Steve and Todd enhance the dining experience with "exceptional service." While some dishes receive mixed feedback, the prime rib and mahi-mahi are praised. Overall, it's a "great spot for special occasions."

899 Reviews
  1. Fred

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary at the Rutledge was fantastic. The ambience was exactly what you would expect from an upscale venue. The food was incredible and our server Steve was outstanding. He came at all the right times to check on us and helped make the evening a lot of fun. A memorable experience! Fred and Stacie.

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  2. Mykayla

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful. Our server Todd was very attentive and welcoming. He made sure to keep check on us and get us whatever we needed. This place was a top tier experience for my 21st birthday.

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  3. mark

    VIP

    New York City

    83 reviews

    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant. Great food, great service Generous portions at a fair price Definitely recommend

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  4. Jazmin

    Central Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our sever Steven was amazing! He went above and beyond to get to know us, called us by our name, and overall made my 21st birthday experience in Nashville amazing! Will definitely be back!!!

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  5. Jay

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was great and the prime rib was on of the best I have had.

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  6. christina

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Todd was absolutely amazing. He was extremely attentive and made my experience one of the best

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  7. Conner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Todd was great! Took very good care of us on our date night.

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  8. Stacy

    Columbus

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was pretty good, but not worth the prices they are charging. The restaurant is really cool and has a good vibe - the location is great! Service was great as well.

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  9. Samantha

    Nashville

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance of this place was awesome. The drinks were very inconsistent in flavor depending on who made them. Some were great. Some not so great. Service was extremely slow and lacking. Not very attentive. Took way too long to get an order in for, well, anything. Drinks went dry and stayed that way for lengthy amounts of time. Got food without proper silverware twice. Steak not very flavorful. But cooked well. Broccolini was burnt. I had high hopes for this place. But was let down. Not worth the money spent. Unfortunately, we won’t be back.

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  10. Dr. Jason

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The Rutledge – A Stunning Venue with Underwhelming Food The Rutledge is a visually stunning restaurant with a high-end vibe reminiscent of Aria in Vegas. The bar is top-notch, with comfortable bar stools and expertly crafted drinks, and the music level is perfect—lively but still conducive to conversation. Unfortunately, the food didn’t live up to the setting. The Mai Mai lacked flavor, though the red-colored pineapple chunks were a highlight. My wife’s filet mignon was low quality and poorly cooked, making it overly chewy. Even the crème brûlée was disappointing, missing the signature crisp top. Service was another downside. Our waitress was rude and short, and there was confusion around the OpenTable reservation, which suggested a prepaid $150 Valentine’s menu that the staff was unaware of. Luckily, we could order à la carte, but the meal didn’t justify the $320 price tag. If you’re looking for a great atmosphere and a solid bar experience, The Rutledge delivers. But for the food? Save your money and go to Chop House for a fraction of the price with arguably better quality.

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The Rutledge Downtown Nashville is rated 4.5 stars by 899 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 24 times today
Google Map for The Rutledge Downtown Nashville

151 1st Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (615) 678-8063
  • Private party facilities
    Here at The Rutledge, we offer a wide array of ways to bring groups together with private and semi-private options. We are able to accommodate groups of all sizes and promise a beautiful view of Nashville with every booking. For Private Dining and Event inquiries please call 615.678.8063 for details.
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