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1. The Mockingbird Nashville
4.7
Exceptional(3173)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 33 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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2. Sambuca Restaurant - Nashville
4.4
Awesome(4229)
Price: Expensive
• American • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 2 times today
NEY YEAR'S EVE is Rockin' with 3 course dinner, dancing, and live music. Click the link on our website www.sambucanashville.com/ to reserve your seat! Located in the Gulch warehouse district, Sambuca is Nashville's only casually sophisticated restaurant with live music nightly and brunch Fri-Sun. Choose an intimate private booth for your dining experience or sip a martini in our bar where Nashville comes to see-and-be-seen. Enjoy live music seven nights a week that is as diverse as the New American menu, from classic rock, Blues, sultry vocals, crooners, jazz, and top 40. Happy hours start at 4pm weekdays and feature 1/2 price adult beverages and chef bites. Looking for a location for your rehearsal dinner, corporate luncheon or networking happy hour? From 20-200 we cater to any size group. Contact our event department to book one of our private areas for your next party.
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3. Skull's Rainbow Room
4.8
Exceptional(5040)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 64 times today
Skull's Rainbow Room is a true neighborhood gem, nestled in Nashville's historic Printers Alley district. It's renowned for its award-winning menu and craft cocktails, with reviews raving about its 'fantastic ambiance', 'terrific food and cocktails', and 'fun, unique atmosphere'. The live jazz bands that fill the space add an extra layer of charm, making it a 'speakeasy-like' experience. It's not just about the food and drinks though, it's about the experience, the 'vintage magic', the 'old school bar/restaurant with fantastic live music' that makes it a standout in the neighborhood.
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4. etch - Nashville
4.7
Exceptional(8558)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 18 times today
Featuring an array of global flavors and decadent desserts by Chef Deb Paquette and Pastry Chef Megan Williams, Etch is located in the ground floor of the Encore tower in Nashville's SoBro district. The restaurant is equipped with two private dining rooms, a full bar and an open kitchen with bar-style seating, allowing guests to interact with the culinary team. Lunch and dinner are available Monday-Friday, as well as dinner on Saturday. In her 13 years as Chef/Owner of Zola, Deb received accolades for Nashville's best chef and Nashville's best restaurant multiple times. Nashville restaurants are many, but Etch sets itself apart with bold flavors and colorful presentations.The cuisine at Etch is complemented by our comprehensive wine list, featuring an extensive collection of wines from around the world. Guests can also enjoy our modern take on classic cocktails, along with a variety of eclectic beers and regional drafts.
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5. Puckett's Nashville
4.4
Awesome(3145)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 45 times today
Puckett's 5th & Church is a neighborhood gem because it's a local favorite that's been serving comfort food for over half a century. The live music, craft beer selection, and friendly service make it a hit with locals. Reviewers rave about the great food, the relaxed atmosphere, and the excellent service. It's the perfect place for real food, real people, and real fun.
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6. Urban Grub
4.8
Exceptional(5309)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill
Booked 58 times today
Urban Grub is a beloved neighborhood spot, known for its inviting atmosphere, quality service and top-notch Southern cuisine. Reviewers rave about its unique, urban vibe, praising the 'rustic elegance' and 'beautiful options for vegetarians and meat lovers'. From 'phenomenal' oysters to 'fresh-made-in-house' dishes, the food is consistently excellent. One reviewer even dubbed it 'my new favorite'. The outdoor dining, particularly in the beer garden, is also a hit. It's a favorite spot for locals and out-of-towners alike, and often recommended by locals for a great dining experience.
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7. Henrietta Red
4.8
Exceptional(158)
Price: Expensive
• American • Germantown
Booked 16 times today
Located in Nashville's Germantown neighborhood, Henrietta Red is an acclaimed oyster bar and restaurant. It boasts a welcoming barroom, spacious dining room, oyster bar, and a temperature-controlled, enclosed patio.Henrietta Red’s approach to dining centers on fresh, seasonal dishes intended for sharing, fostering an inviting atmosphere ideal for meals with familiar and new friends. Our menu highlights local TN produce and responsibly sourced seafood, offering an extensive variety of oysters from coast to coast. Henrietta Red was named one of America’s 50 Best New Restaurants by Bon Appétit, one of GQ’s Best New Restaurants in America, and a James Beard Foundation Awards Semifinalist for Best New Restaurant in 2018. Chef Julia has been recognized as one of the Best Young Chefs in America by Robb Report and as one of Food & Wine Magazine’s Best New Chefs in 2018. She was also a 2019 semifinalist and 2020 Nominee for Best Chef: Southeast by the James Beard Foundation Awards.
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8. Midtown Cafe
4.9
Exceptional(5050)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Midtown
Booked 17 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.
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9. The Chef and I
4.5
Awesome(3030)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Southern • Music Row
Booked 9 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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10. The Diner - Nashville
4.3
Awesome(2512)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 12 times today
The Diner is a neighborhood gem in Downtown Nashville's SoBro district. It's a unique dining experience with six floors each offering distinct views of the city. Reviews highlight its great atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food ranging from traditional breakfast fare to mouth-watering steaks. One review states, 'The food takes you back in time with their burgers, sandwiches, and fries.' Another mentions the 'nice ambiance' and 'great view of downtown.' The Diner is conveniently located, making it an ideal spot for casual brunch or lunch.

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  • TroyVIP
    London •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Etch has to be my wife and I’s absolute FAVORITE food spot in Nashville. Always an incredible experience with the best meals, easy. Our waitress, Sandra, was perfectly attentive and gave us plenty of time, space to enjoy while always being available to provide information and recommendations when asked. She was great. The entrees were second to none. I did the “from the sea” special, it was the Salmon. It was insanely good, incredible flavors and perfect pairings. My wife got the Filet Mignon and was raving about the meat and potatoes. We started with the Smoked Carpaccio which might be our favorite dish in Nashville. Such a good app. 10/10 experience, always.
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    etch - NashvillePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown / Sobro
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    4.7
  • Melanie
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I’m a southern girl through and through. Please don’t tell my Mama but I just had the best fried chicken I have ever had! Wonderful southern cooking.
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    Puckett's NashvillePrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Downtown / Sobro
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    4.4
  • Joe
    New York City •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We went last night to celebrate my daughter's engagement. We were seated immediately. The restaurant is beautiful. The atmosphere is very welcoming. The cocktails were unique and delicious. We ordered the artichoke appetizer and the arancini. Both were delicious. My wife ordered the trout, I had the short ribs, my daughter had the hangar steak and her fiance had the burger. The presentation of each course was beautiful. The food was delicious and we ate with gusto. I highly recommend this restaurant for a great food experience.
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    The Mockingbird NashvillePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• The Gulch & North Gulch
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    4.7
  • DeeAnnVIP
    San Diego •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    This place is a very special dining experience. Nowhere can you find a spot with live jazz and mellow music in the middle of the dining room. This type of thing seems like a bygone era but not at the Scull. Stepping inside is like entering an alternate universe with old brick walls, creaking wood floors and upscale dining in an environment that is unique and beyond explanation. The menu offers many options, and pricing is high, but you are paying for an experience and atmosphere that is priceless. We made a reservation and visited the week before Christmas so the musical entertainers played a variety of holiday songs along with old world favorites from the likes of Frand Sinatra to Johnny Cash. I can't say enough good things about this place other than to say you must go and see for yourself.
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    Skull's Rainbow RoomPrice: Expensive• French American• Downtown / Sobro
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    4.8
  • Douglas
    Nashville •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 30, 2024
    We love Sambuca, always a good meal. Sea bass is excellent. Linguini with added scallops was great too!
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    Sambuca Restaurant - NashvillePrice: Expensive• American• The Gulch & North Gulch
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    4.4

Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in The Gulch & North Gulch

Discover the charm of Nashville's The Gulch & North Gulch neighborhoods, where each restaurant shines as a local gem, offering unique dining experiences that cater to both locals and visitors alike. These neighborhood gems exemplify the vibrant culinary scene in Nashville, characterized by their exceptional service, innovative menus, and inviting atmospheres. From the modern twists on classic dishes at a renowned grille to the authentic Spanish tapas and imported cheeses at a lively spot, each establishment promises a memorable meal. Notably, the area boasts a seafood favorite, acclaimed for its sustainable practices and fresh ingredients. The dining scene in The Gulch & North Gulch is dynamic and diverse, reflecting the area's trendy yet relaxed vibe, making it a must-visit for culinary enthusiasts. Whether you're in the mood for exquisite seafood, hearty meats, or light and flavorful tapas, these neighborhood gems in Nashville's The Gulch & North Gulch are sure to delight any palate.

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