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1. The Chef and I
4.5
Awesome(3031)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Southern • Music Row
Booked 10 times today
Lunch at "The Chef and I" is packed full of flavor. Located in our "Backstage" area downstairs in a casual atmosphere, sit where you can see what's happening in our kitchen. Enjoy popular items like the smash burger melt, hot fish sandwich and roma crunch salad or indulge in the chef's favorites of marinated salmon and green chile chicken melt. The Chef and I is built on a love story between two people that began 15 years ago in Nashville, Tennessee. We serve innovative cuisine in a fun environment. You can choose to order off the menu or do a chef's tasting any day of the week. A private chef’s table, an interactive show kitchen in addition to regular dining is what you’ll find at The Chef & I Nashville! Caramelized cauliflower, brussels sprouts, burrata and peaches, smoked elk rack, mojo Tennessee trout and black peppercorn steak our some of our current favorites. Farm to table cuisine with local and unique ingredients is what we are known for. Nashville's best!
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2. The Catbird Seat
4.8
Exceptional(176)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Music Row
Booked 9 times today
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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3. Adele's
4.7
Exceptional(5896)
Price: Expensive
• American • The Gulch
Booked 68 times today
Adele’s restaurant in Nashville is a partnership among Ken Levitan and Howard Greenstone of Red Pebbles Hospitality. The restaurant features an open kitchen with a large fireplace grill, wood-burning oven, white quarter-sawn oak bar, chef’s counter, and heated outdoor dining patio with umbrellas. The menu at Adele’s focuses on seasonal, accessible comfort food sourced from local farms and purveyors. The restaurant is open for dinner nightly and offers a wonderful weekend brunch from 10:00am - 2:00pm. Adele’s provides free parking in the first 2 rows of angled parking spots located directly in front of our building (validation required). If our parking lot is full, we offer validated parking in the parking lot across the street (1207 McGavock St.) or the parking garage behind Adele's (1222 Demonbreun St.). Please see the host stand for validation!
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4. Pelato
4.8
Exceptional(391)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Germantown
Booked 129 times today
At Pelato we proudly serve authentic Brooklyn Italian fare, reimagined in a small plate & casual atmosphere. We embrace the richness of Italian culture, infused with the unmistakable spirit of Brooklyn. It's not just a motto; it's in our DNA.For groups of 9 or more and private event inquiries, please reach out to Holly at holly@pelatorestaurant.com. Limited reservations may available for our covered patio. Outdoor dining availability subject to weather conditions. Indoor seating is not guaranteed for patio diners in the event of poor weather conditions. 20% gratuity will be applied to groups of 6 or more. Split checks may be divided up to 4 credit cards at equal value. ​A corkage fee of $45 per 750ml will be applied to guests bringing their own wine (limit 2 bottles). A dessert plating fee of $5 per person will be applied to any outside desserts bro
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5. Kase x Noko
new
5.0
Exceptional(33)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • East Nashville
Booked 10 times today
A 14 seat, neighborhood Omakase from the team that brought you Noko Nashville. This is a 14 course, 90min nigiri & hand roll dining experience for $75. We highly recommend arriving 5-10 minutes early to enjoy a drink at our Japanese cocktail bar as we start promptly at your reservation time. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the cuisine, we will not be able to accommodate fish allergies or vegetarians.
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6. Oak Steakhouse - Nashville
4.5
Awesome(3916)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • The Gulch
Booked 62 times today
Nestled at the base of the iconic Westin Hotel in the heart of Nashville, TN, our steakhouse offers a sophisticated dining experience where modern elegance meets Southern hospitality. Open Sunday through Thursday from 5 PM to 9 PM, and Friday through Saturday from 4 PM to 10 PM, we provide an inviting atmosphere perfect for both intimate dinners and special celebrations. Guests enjoy the convenience of complimentary valet parking at the Westin Hotel next door, ensuring a seamless experience from arrival to departure. Join us for expertly crafted steaks, an exceptional wine list, and an unforgettable evening in Music City.
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7. The Mockingbird Nashville
4.7
Exceptional(3175)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • The Gulch
Booked 52 times today
Modern Diner. Global Fare. Delicious Fun. This is The Mockingbird. Led by talented culinary duo executive chef / partner Brian Riggenbach and front-of-house extraordinaire / partner Mikey Corona, The Mockingbird offers a menu of comfort classics with a global twist and an ambiance of art deco diner whimsy. Walls are covered in beautiful custom-made wallpaper, painted tin tiles on the ceiling, windows open to two patios as weather allows and a larger-than-life mirrored bird sculpture overlooking the dining room. And then there’s the food and drink! Munch on a Mockingburger or Mac N Cheese (aka Feeling Grate!) while sipping an Old-Fashioned-ish or a Punchin’ Bag (ask about it – they are famous!). We also love hosting group events! We have a private dining room, an upstairs dining room and an enclosed patio, all perfect for bridal showers and bachelorette parties plus business lunches and corporate dinners. Y’all come see us! **Reservation cancelation policy is strictly enforced**
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8. Urban Grub
4.8
Exceptional(5310)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill
Booked 110 times today
**We are currently experiencing technical difficulty with communication between OpenTable and our Table Management Software. Please use our website (urbangrub.net) to see our availability. Urban Grub is a casual fine dining bar and eatery located in a renovated carwash in Nashville’s iconic 12 South district.The design of the restaurant features a rustic elegance, filled with custom woodwork, stone fireplaces and rounded booths tucked in intimate corners. Urban Grub offers both indoor and outdoor seating with a combination of the two in the beer garden, accompanied a view of the restaurant’s meat curing room, as well as a covered gazebo for larger parties.From the inviting indoor-outdoor atmosphere to the elevated Southern cuisine of fresh seafood, house-made charcuterie, and prime dry-aged steaks, the experience is unforgettable.
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9. Locust Nashville
4.9
Exceptional(38)
Price: Very Expensive
• Irish • Belmont / Hillsboro
Booked 4 times today
Locust brings a chaotic elegance to Nashville's dining scene. Chef Trevor Moran and team carefully assemble an ever-changing menu highlighting seafood and local, seasonal products: think raw bar selection, whole grilled fish, a decadent crab omelette, all rounded out with tea and biscuits shaved ice. On Sunday nights, the team pumps out dumplings folded to order for a more casual, walk-ins-only experience. Lunch: Friday - Sunday 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (reservations required)Dinner: Friday - Saturday 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (reservations required)Sunday Walk-Ins: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (first come, first served)Patio Bar: Friday - Sunday 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM*Please note that Locust is a CARD ONLY establishment, and does not accept cash payments at this time.
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10. etch - Nashville
4.7
Exceptional(8560)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 35 times today
Etch is a foodie's paradise, with bold flavors and unique presentations that consistently impress. The restaurant is praised for its wide-ranging, creative menu, and its chef's attention to detail is evident in every dish. Reviewers rave about the excellent service, and the atmosphere is described as upscale yet relaxed. It's a place where you can savor the best of contemporary American cuisine, with an extensive wine list and modern take on classic cocktails to complement your meal.

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  • Trang
    Nashville •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    One of my favorite new spots for omakase. Definitely a great experience. The chefs, staff and management did a great job with this spot. It was definitely one of my favorite meals and I can’t wait to come back again.
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    Kase x NokoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• East Nashville
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    5
  • Joseph
    Nashville •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Our family group of four ate here for the first time while celebrating my mother's 91st birthday. The food and service were superb. Our dinner choices included Pelato Salad, Panelle, Radiatori Vodka, Chicken Parmigiana, Creamy Spinach, Polenta Bolognese, Roasted Mushrooms and Chicken Saltimbocca. My wife requires gluten-free options and the menu was very clear about that, although it was easy to lose track of those choices after the dishes arrived. Our server, Cayli, was outstanding in every way. She manages to be both friendly and effective - a real professional. Both the manager and owner visited our table; a nice touch. Highly recommended.
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    PelatoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Germantown
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    4.8
  • AmberVIP
    Nashville •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    My all time favorite restaurant. Love the atmosphere and the staff is amazing!
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    The Chef and IPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• Music Row
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    4.5
  • ReidVIP
    Nashville •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We have been to Adele‘s several times. This time we were celebrating two birthdays. The appetizers and main dishes were all excellent. Callouts to the cornbread and smoked duck leg. We all had drinks and the bartenders did a truly professional job as always. The budino dessert is absolutely worth the certain inch it adds to your waist line.  Overall, kudos to Adele‘s for their maintenance of quality through the years. We will definitely be back!
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    Adele'sPrice: Expensive• American• The Gulch
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    4.7
  • ChadVIP
    Nashville •36 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 5 Dec 2024
    The flavor profile of all the dishes were outstanding. Service and atmosphere is very good. Highly recommend.
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    The Catbird SeatPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Music Row
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    4.8

Discover best foodies restaurants in Midtown

Discover the culinary delights of Midtown, Nashville, a true paradise for food enthusiasts. This vibrant dining scene features an array of restaurants catering to the tastes of "foodies" with diverse and innovative menus. From modern twists on Southern classics to exquisite farm-to-table experiences, each establishment offers a unique gastronomic adventure. These restaurants not only prioritize the freshness of their ingredients but also excel in creative food presentation, ensuring a visually and gastronomically satisfying experience. The ambiance across these eateries ranges from casual and nostalgic to sophisticated and professional, accommodating a variety of dining preferences. Guests consistently praise the exceptional service, noting that it enhances their overall dining experience. Whether you're a local or a visitor, Midtown Nashville’s restaurant scene is an exciting exploration of flavors and culinary craftsmanship, perfect for anyone passionate about food.

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