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The Standard at the Smith House, Nashville, TN

The Standard at the Smith House

4.8
4.8
2414 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 47 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Fancy
The Standard at The Smith House may very well be the best example of local Nashville flavor and service. The Standard Restaurant has been in operation since 2006 serving upscale Southern specialties complete with a full-service bar. Our townhouse was built in the 1840's and we are honored to be the current stewards of this fascinating work of architecture. We are located in the heart of Downtown Nashville, just blocks from the new Music City Convention Center and the famous Lower Broadway entertainment district. We are proud to offer some of the best steaks in town as well as fresh seafood and other items.

Our beautiful courtyard bar area is available with a dinner reservation for drinks before or after dinner.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (615) 254-1277
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Joshua Swanson
  • Private party facilities
    Located in downtown Nashville, this 1840s townhouse is a unique experience for your next private dining event. As an award winning steakhouse, we have several private dining spaces that can accommodate your next event, whether it is a small dinner with close friends or a large corporate function.
  • Private party contact
    Director of Events: (615) 254-1277
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Church St and Rosa L Parks Blvd
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment is announced in advance and varies weekly.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Wine

What 2,414 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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Romantic

  • Nashville

    Steakhouse

  • Nashville

    Romantic

  • Nashville

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Standard at the Smith House offers an enchanting dining experience set in a historic building, praised for its "impeccable service" and "outstanding food." Guests revel in the "cozy and intimate" atmosphere, with dishes like the "melt-in-your-mouth" filet and "phenomenal" sea bass. It's a must-visit for special occasions!

2,414 Reviews
  1. tracy

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very unique building. Lane is a friendly and accomidating bartender. Food is good. Will go back.

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  2. Rhiannon

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always fantastic. All of the wait staff are really kind, knowledgeable, and proficient. We had steak tartare, lobster dip, the standard filet, Caesar salad, crab bisque, peach cobbler, a skillet cookie, and the chocolate mousse. All of it was fantastic with the group favorites being the tartare, the cobbler, and the bisque. I literally cannot come to The Standard without getting the crab bisque. 10/10 We bring all our friends here.

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  3. Carl

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding!! We always visit the Standard when we’re in Nashville. Never disappoints.

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  4. Connie

    VIP

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great experience and excellent food and service highly recommend for a unique experience

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  5. Jeshua

    Alabama

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second trip to The Standard and it was outstanding! The food and service were top notch and we loved the unique experience of dining in the building. The history and ambience were excellent. I highly recommend The Standard at the Smith House!

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  6. Julie

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Standard was an amazing experience, between the incredible space, the great staff and manager giving us a tour of the location. I had no idea that it was a large, gorgeous and historical as it was! Food was on point! Lobster dip was so delicious, The Standard Filet was amazing and then we were celebrating my son's birthday so he got a complimentary Skillet Cookie that was so yummy! I have already suggested this place to friends of mine. It is a must! And make sure to get a tour and learn all about the historical townhouse.

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  7. Blayne

    Minneapolis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, great atmosphere! Highly recommended!

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  8. Tim

    VIP

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about The Standard at the Smith House is fabulous! The ambiance, the lighting, the people, the food - all great. The swordfish was cooked to perfection and was so good. The special apple pie for dessert was the best ever!

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  9. Sharon

    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
    We chose this place to celebrate a family member’s birthday. We were drawn to it for its history and architecture. From the moment we entered the experience was top notch. The entire staff was congenial and engaging. The service was attentive but not overbearing , the server was knowledgeable and pleasant . The food ( bisque, fillet, sea bass and lamb were outstanding. This is a hidden gem. We will definitely return!

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  10. Jenna

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My experience was wonderful at this restaurant. It is a very unique dining experience in a beautiful building. Overall it is very quiet and intimate. The service was above and beyond. And the food was exceptional.

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FAQs

The Standard at the Smith House is rated 4.8 stars by 2414 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 47 times today
Google Map for The Standard at the Smith House

167 Rosa L. Parks Blvd (8th Ave N), Nashville, TN 37203

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Church St and Rosa L Parks Blvd
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Joshua Swanson
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment is announced in advance and varies weekly.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Wine
  • Phone number
    (615) 254-1277
  • Private party facilities
    Located in downtown Nashville, this 1840s townhouse is a unique experience for your next private dining event. As an award winning steakhouse, we have several private dining spaces that can accommodate your next event, whether it is a small dinner with close friends or a large corporate function.
  • Private party contact
    Director of Events: (615) 254-1277
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