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Locust Nashville

$50 and over

Irish

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10 Mar 2025

19:00

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Innovative
Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem

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.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Trevor Moran

From the OpenTable editors: Ultra-fresh global seafood takes center stage at Locust, noma alum Trevor Moran’s buzzy 12 South spot and Eater Nashville’s Best New Restaurant of 2021. Expect playful, ever-changing dishes like a Nashville hot chicken-style swordfish and a caviar-studded crab omelette, all in a compact space with an energetic playlist and laid-back vibe that make dining here feel like attending a super cool dinner party.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Irish, Seafood, Shellfish
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Bar Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Website
https://www.locustnashville.com/
Payment Options
Cash not accepted
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We do not offer catering at this time.
Private party facilities
If you have interest in hosting a private event at Locust, please reach out to us at info@locustnashville.com.

Location
2305 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37204-2430
Area
Belmont / Hillsboro
Cross Street
Linden Ave. and 12th Ave. South
Parking details
Locust does not have a dedicated parking area. Many of the surrounding streets offer free parking, and there are a number of paid lots in our neighborhood, 12South. Please Note: 12th Ave. South is currently under development and experiencing an increase in construction. Please make accommodations to allow extra time to find parking prior to your reservation time.
Public transit
Metro Nashville WeGo Bus Stop on 12 Ave S

What 79 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
5Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Nashville
Best Overall
Nashville
Best Food
Nashville
Best Service
Nashville
Best Ambience
Nashville
Innovative
Nashville
Best Overall
Nashville
Best Food
Nashville
Best Service
Nashville
Best Ambience
Nashville
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Locust Nashville offers an "amazing culinary experience" with innovative and "incredible food." Diners praise the "best service in Nashville," highlighting attentive and knowledgeable staff. The restaurant's "unique and wonderful" atmosphere creates a "homey" feel, making it perfect for dates. Though pricey, the exceptional dining experience is "worth every penny."

79 Reviews

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andy
VIP
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A must if you can get a reservation. Very unique, well thought out menu and EVERYTHING we tried was a 10/10. The only thing better than the food was the service. That’s not an exaggeration! We went for lunch and have heard that dinner is even better, but don’t skip out on lunch if that’s what’s available. Don’t even try leaving without ending with the shaved ice. We tried, and they insisted by bringing one to our table unsolicited and we honestly felt embarrased that almost missed out on the experience. Truly a top 10 food experience :)
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Jared
Jacksonville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really terrific experience start to finish. Alexa was great. The tuna and onion and beef were amazing. Multiple Chefs touched the table and we really enjoyed it.
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Catrina
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
the kitchen staff looked for ways to delight us throughout our immaculately made meal -- my favorite food experience in nashville
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Kirsten
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was insane! Order the whole menu you won’t regret it. Staff was fabulous and we had a ton of fun with them.
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Karow
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
One of the most unique & amazing meals I’ve ever had. The service was impeccable; the staff was amazing… these people seem to love what they do and it shows! The food was absolutely delicious. An excellent experience. Highly recommend
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Lulu
VIP
Nashville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best meal I have had in quite a while. The entire experience was welcoming, friendly, relatable and comfortable. The servers are highly knowledgeable and excited about the food while describing the delightful, multi-layered flavors of each dish. We had the entire lunch menu, which was a bit more than we needed, but enjoyed every bit of it. Everything is so perfectly done but not at all pretentious. What a great experience in every way. We will be back soon!
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mike
VIP
Philadelphia
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
You're still perfect and I love you very much. Never leave us, please.
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Lee Ann
VIP
Nashville
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our birthday celebration lunch! Delicious food and great service!
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Joana
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the moment we walked into Locust, the staff went above and beyond to ensure we had a truly memorable visit. The attention to detail, warm hospitality, and genuine enthusiasm made our dining experience exceptional. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with incredible flavors, showcasing the kitchen’s dedication to quality and creativity. The atmosphere was inviting, and the service was flawless—attentive without being intrusive. We can’t wait to visit again and highly recommend Locust to anyone looking for an outstanding dining experience!
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Samantha
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing! Hands down the best service in Nashville. We finally got to go and have a date night away and it lived up to all of the expectations and then some. The beef tartare is a must!
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FAQs

Locust Nashville is rated 4.9 stars by 79 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

10 Mar 2025

19:00

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At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 20 times today

2305 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37204-2430

Additional information

Cross Street
Linden Ave. and 12th Ave. South
Area
Belmont / Hillsboro
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Bar Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Irish, Seafood, Shellfish
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Locust does not have a dedicated parking area. Many of the surrounding streets offer free parking, and there are a number of paid lots in our neighborhood, 12South. Please Note: 12th Ave. South is currently under development and experiencing an increase in construction. Please make accommodations to allow extra time to find parking prior to your reservation time.
Public transit
Metro Nashville WeGo Bus Stop on 12 Ave S
Payment Options
Cash not accepted

Website
https://www.locustnashville.com/
Catering
We do not offer catering at this time.
Private party facilities
If you have interest in hosting a private event at Locust, please reach out to us at info@locustnashville.com.

Locust Nashville

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What 79 people are saying

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Diners' Choice Awards

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