Best Restaurants for Foodies in Donelson

19 restaurants available nearby

1. Kase x Noko

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5.0

Exceptional(57)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • East Nashville

Booked 19 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.

2. Noko

4.9

Exceptional(1374)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • East Nashville

Booked 90 times today

Nestled in the heart of East Nashville, Noko is an Asian-inspired, wood-fired restaurant inspired by wanderlust and simplicity of the region. Here, Executive Chef Dung “Junior” Vo aims to perfect the balance of new and old techniques in wood fire cooking, putting his Asian-influenced spins on familiar proteins and indigenous vegetables through smoking, searing, and roasting.

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3. Rainforest Cafe - Opry Mills

4.3

Awesome(1018)

Price: Moderate

• American • Donelson

Booked 13 times today

You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village (opens at 10 AM daily)CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

4. Peninsula

4.9

Exceptional(154)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • East Nashville

Booked 6 times today

Located in the heart of East Nashville, Peninsula serves up sharable plates, old world wines, and Spanish style gin and tonics in an inviting and intimate space. James Beard nominated Chef Jake Howell's menu focuses on sustainable, local ingredients and features seasonal, creative dishes influenced by the Iberian Peninsula. Guests are encouraged to sample the flavors of Spain, Portugal and France while enjoying the rustic, yet modern surrounds.

5. The Authentique

5.0

Exceptional(124)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • East Nashville

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to The Authentique, an intimate Parisian retreat in the heart of East Nashville. As the proud recipient of the Best Wine List in the city, our cozy French wine bar invites you to experience the romance of 1900s Paris.Immerse yourself in our charming ambiance, where candlelight and vintage decor set the stage for a culinary journey inspired by the streets of France. Our menu features a delightful selection of small plates.At The Authentique Wine Bar, we curate an exceptional wine list, showcasing the best of France. Let our passionate staff guide you through our carefully selected wines, ensuring the perfect pairings to complement your evening.Whether it's a romantic date or a gathering with friends, join us at The Authentique for an evening where the spirit of 1900s Paris meets the energy of Nashville. Experience the warmth of our cozy space and the exquisite taste of French cuisine. Santé! - Happy Hour Tues-Thurs 5:00PM-6:30PM Merci!- Live Jazz Fri & Sat 6:30PM-9:30PM

6. House of Cards

4.7

Exceptional(6129)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 33 times today

House of Cards is Nashville’s most unique dining and entertainment experience. Located underground in a 10,000 sq. ft space, the venue offers an evening for guests unlike any other in the history of the South. House of Cards celebrates the art of magic, classic American cuisine and fine hand-crafted cocktails. Guests are encouraged to explore the dining room to enjoy the rare collections and be entertained by some of America’s top magicians. Complimentary tickets to magic performances in the showroom are included with purchase of a dinner entrée. Please, no outside bottles.Reservations for parties of 6 or less can be made 14 days in advance through OpenTable. For parties of 7-12, please reserve 17 days in advance by emailing reservations@hocnashville.com. Dress code strictly enforced. For dress code details, visit HOCNashville.com/reservations. No photography inside the restaurant. Reservations encouraged. Walk-ins welcome subject to availability and dress code.

7. Pelato

4.8

Exceptional(427)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Germantown

Booked 78 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

8. Adele's

4.7

Exceptional(5921)

Price: Expensive

• American • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 45 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!

9. The Catbird Seat

4.8

Exceptional(187)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Music Row

Booked 12 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.

10. Urban Grub

4.8

Exceptional(5334)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill

Booked 62 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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JonathanVIP
Nashville •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always a wonderful experience here! The food, the service, the selection - all fantastic! You can tell so much care is put into what goes on the menu, we’ve never had anything that wasn’t top quality. An absolute must-visit!
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The AuthentiquePrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• East Nashville
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5
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StephanieVIP
Nashville •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
11 out of 10 Favorite bites were the chutoro and the otoro toast with alittle uni on top. Cocktails were all amazing Price is very reasonable And it’s worth to add some of the ala carte options like the tuna truffle and uni Didn’t feel rushed even though the experience is limited to 90 minutes. Received countless reminders leading up to the dinner regarding the timing and expectations. Can’t wait for my next dinner there!
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Kase x NokoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• East Nashville
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Alexandria
San Antonio •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I Love Noko because the food is delicious and more importantly, the quality level is always consistent. The same goes for the service. Service in Nashville can be lack luster, but it’s always good at Noko. We were able to try many dishes without breaking $100. Finally, since it was my birthday, they treated me to a dessert with a candle. It was a nice touch!
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NokoPrice: Expensive• Asian• East Nashville
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4.9
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Cien
Nashville •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had an amazing experience for my daughter’s birthday luncheon celebration. We Will be back
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Rainforest Cafe - Opry MillsPrice: Moderate• American• Donelson
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4.3
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Chris
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
Wife and I traveled to celebrate her birthday, and I decided to make reservations at Peninsula. Let me say I am glad I chose this place! Excellent service from the hostess and our waiter. we ordered 5 dishes to try, and everything was fresh and exciting. Intimate feeling within the restaurant itself with limited seating. Seemed all the waiters were busy checking on guests and taking care of everyone, nobody sitting on their phones. They explained every dish as they brought it out. They arrived quite quickly as well. We did not have to worry about anything. 100% recommend this experience and we will definitely be back at some point!
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PeninsulaPrice: Expensive• Modern European• East Nashville
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4.9

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. Kase x Noko

2. Noko

3. Rainforest Cafe - Opry Mills

4. Peninsula

5. The Authentique

6. House of Cards

7. Pelato

8. Adele's

9. The Catbird Seat

10. Urban Grub

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