Best Casual Restaurants in Midtown

75 restaurants available nearby

1. Midtown Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(5017)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Midtown

Booked 16 times today

Open Table TOP 50 Best Southern Restaurant in USA offering a casual, affordable, fine dining atmosphere with breakfast / brunch / lunch all seven days and dinner Monday through Saturday with cage free eggs, biscuits, pancakes, seafood, prime steak, veal, pastas & featuring 40 wines by the glass and 150 selections. Located just off West End at 102 -19th Ave S in the West End / Vanderbilt / Music Row / Midtown / Medical Center neighborhoods. Since 1987, casual fine dining with quality ingredients prepared and served by caring professionals.Open weekdays for Breakfast 8am-2pm. Lunch 11am-2pm Mon-Sun. Dinner starting at 4:30 Monday - Thursday and 5:00pm Friday and Saturday. Complementary Valet Parking for Lunch and DinnerShuttle offered for events at Tpac, Ryman, The Symphony, and Bridgestone with a 40$/ person check minimum. Must call restaurant to reserve shuttle seats. Requests made on Open Table may not be honored, due to limited seating.

2. The Chef and I

4.6

Exceptional(3022)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Music Row

Booked 3 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!

3. Gathre

4.1

Excellent(157)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Midtown

Residing within Nashville’s iconic Midtown neighborhood and steps from all the attractions, Gathre is a stylish & contemporary Italian restaurant, serving classic fare with modern twists. Our menu is influenced by the best ingredients rooted in the region. Serving breakfast 7 days a week, Gathre is known for our "Broadway Breakfast," a wholesome start to the day with your choice of eggs, meat, and toast with preserves. Pair with a latte from our very own Café Antler for the best breakfast in Midtown! Jump start your weekend with DJ Brunch every Saturday with bottomless mimosas and great menu items such as Hot Chicken and Waffle Minis, Avocado Toast and Mushroom and Brie Omelet. Weekend dinners just got better with Gathre's live entertainment! Join us from 6-10pm Friday and Saturday night paired with an espresso martini, burrata, and our apple mostrada pork chop. Gathre is the perfect place to gather(re) for a taste of Nashville.

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4. Giovanni's Ristorante - Mid Town

4.7

Exceptional(1651)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Music Row

Booked 1 time today

At Giovanni's you will experience creative Italian cuisine in a multi level, chic and relaxed atmosphere.

5. Evelyn's

4.4

Awesome(158)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 8 times today

Evelyn’s is a love letter to classic Americana — a dining experience that evokes nostalgia while capturing the art of modern cuisine. With dishes as aesthetically pleasing as they are delectable, the seasonal menu is infused with flavors of the South and highlights bountiful local ingredients. An art-filled oasis with a retro, cosmopolitan-like vibe, Evelyn’s offers something for everyone. Whether meeting for a business breakfast, catching up over an Instagram-worthy brunch, or celebrating a sophisticated dinner on the town, Evelyn's is the newest all-occasion destination in the lively West End neighborhood.

6. Jasper's

4.3

Awesome(808)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown

Booked 1 time today

Jasper's is your neighborhood bar and restaurant, done better! Perfect for catching the game, happy hour, or brunch with friends, Jasper’s serves elevated bar fare in an open, lively atmosphere. The space is equipped with plenty of TVs, a grab and go market, shuffleboard, and other games to gather, play, eat, and drink. The wide-ranging all day menu features creative renditions of classic crowd-pleasers like wings, flatbread pizzas, salads, wraps, burgers, and hot chicken. For our thirsty friends, you’ll find a variety of boozy slushies, well-crafted cocktails, draft, and spirit-free cocktails at the oversized bar. Or, choose from a selection of 15 wines and local beers on tap, all offered for less during Happy Hour Monday – Friday from 4-6pm.

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7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Nashville

4.7

Exceptional(2723)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Music Row

Booked 25 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Nashville, TN serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged. Business Casual Proper Attire Required Please. Kindly remove your hat when entering the restaurant. Thank you for not wearing: Gym wear or sweat pants, tank tops, clothing with offense graphics or language, or exposed undergarments, hoodies, ripped jeans and

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8. Elliston Place Soda Shop

4.8

Exceptional(150)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Midtown

Booked 2 times today

We’re one part soda shop, one part meat-and-three, and one hundred percent bona fide Southern eatery. We cook each meal fresh from scratch daily, following time-tested recipes and honoring our founder’s meat-and-three legacy. Bring the kids around for a treat, grab lunch with friends, or drop by for a shake and fries. And did we mention the pies?

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9. The Finch - Nashville

4.6

Exceptional(592)

Price: Moderate

• American • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 31 times today

Elegant restaurant nestled in the historic Union Station complete anchored with a craft cocktail center bar.

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10. The Henry - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(151)

Price: Moderate

• American • Belmont / Hillsboro

Booked 37 times today

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Celiavip
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a fantastic dinner at Midtown Cafe! From the drinks to the food to our server, it was all an A+ experience. We started with the Brussels and Mussels (two different dishes). I had a delicious artichoke and lemon soup and spinach salad. My daughter loved her salmon entree. Our server was attentive, kind and gracious. Would highly recommend
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Midtown CafePrice: Expensive• Southern• Midtown
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4.9
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Danvip
Nashville •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
***Brunch review*** The Ms and I had Sunday brunch here, fantastic experience! Valet parking for 10$ is unbeatable. Place has such a cool vibe, modern yet earthy, very inviting. Our server was John, he was friendly, polite, prompt, and knowledgeable of the menu. Our food was awesome, much better than expected. Bloody Mary was on point too!! Definitely a five star experience, we will absolutely recommend and repeat!
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GathrePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Midtown
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4.1
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ChristopherEvip
Orlando / Central Florida East •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 19, 2024
The 7 course tasting menu was excellent. Since it was a Monday night I got to sit at one of six seats overlooking the line. The chef plated, presented and described each course. It was a true delight.
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The Chef and IPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• Music Row
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4.6
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Lori
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 13, 2024
Always an amazing experience at Giovanni’s. Will cater to your individual needs, friendly, and prompt service. Wonderful traditional vibe. A Nashville classic that I hope never goes away.
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Giovanni's Ristorante - Mid TownPrice: Expensive• Italian• Music Row
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4.7
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Theresa
Atlanta Metro •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
My first time experience was absolutely delightful. Everything was excellent, including Mari or sweet and fun waitress
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Evelyn'sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Midtown
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4.4

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75 restaurants available nearby

1. Midtown Cafe

2. The Chef and I

3. Gathre

4. Giovanni's Ristorante - Mid Town

5. Evelyn's

6. Jasper's

7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Nashville

8. Elliston Place Soda Shop

9. The Finch - Nashville

10. The Henry - Nashville

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