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The Chef and I, Nashville, TN

The Chef and I

4.5
4.5
3031 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Contemporary American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–3:15 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (615) 305-4869
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    EC Chris Rains & CDC Jake Brenchley
  • Catering
    The Chef and I has a large catering division and we cater onsite and at many venues in Middle Tennessee! We do corporate events, galas, fundraisers, weddings, private residential events, receptions and teambuilding!
  • Private party facilities
    The Chef and I Nashville has multiple private event spaces where we offer culinary team building, private dining, cooking classes and unique culinary experiences. Our catering division can also come to your home or venue of choice, and provide a custom-designed private dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    Carol Yates: (615) 852-0854
  • Neighborhood
    Music Row
  • Cross street
    20th Ave
  • Parking details
    We have street parking available as well paid parking lots.
  • Public transit
    Our valet is located off the corner of 20th avenue south and Adelicia Street
  • Entertainment
    The chefs are the entertainment! If you choose to sit at the show kitchen, you'll become part of the story as the chefs create your food and everyone else's! See how it all unfolds, and connect with chefs while they cook!
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Show Kitchen Seats w Chefs Tasting Experience $130

    $20.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 28, 2024 only
    Every Saturday evening we curate a unique tasting experience from one of our talented chefs. Each themed tasting will change from week to week. The menu itself is 100% at the chef's discretion & because of that, we cannot accommodate any allergies or dietary restrictions. Essentially it is an "Omakase" style experience, in which you just "Trust the chef" to deliver a great meal. You will be sitting around the main floor show kitchen, while the chef creates each & every dish right in front of you. You and 18 guests will experience this dinner together. Reservations are at 6:30pm with dinner starting promptly at 7pm. Reservations are non-refundable but transferrable, wine pairings are available. $110 due after event + your beverages.
    Show Kitchen Seats w Chefs Tasting Experience $130 Photo
  • Anthony Bourdain Day Tasting Experience $110

    $20.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 25, 2025 only
    June 25th is Anthony Bourdain Day, an international day of celebration for all who knew & loved him. Let's celebrate together and pay homage to this generous and inspiring soul. Regarded as a voice of culinarians "world-wide" and loved by "foodies" all over, Anthony was unapologetically himself and a supporter of all things local in the restaurant industry. Whether you loved him or just love food, come celebrate with us over great food and stories. The Chef and I have created this unique event to showcase some of Anthony's favorite dishes, inspirations and reflections of inspired cuisines, flavors and plates from all over the world. Reserve your spot now to experience this culinary journey together. Menu TBD. $90 due night of event.
    Anthony Bourdain Day Tasting Experience $110 Photo
  • Cooking Class Experience - Pasta Making

    $70.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 28, 2024 only
    Cooking Class - Hand made pasta class. Get hands on with our talented chefs as they teach you our culinary recipes, techniques & skills. In this class you will learn how to make pasta from scratch. This is an instructional class from one of our trained restaurant chefs combined with hands-on opportunities to make your own pasta. You will be learn tips, tricks & skills from a current working chef to use at home & impress your loved ones. This class is scheduled for 120 minutes from 3pm to 5pm. *This is not a full meal, but you will taste along the way. Upon finishing your experience you will be guaranteed a reservation to dine with us, have a cocktail & order any one of our delicious culinary tastings & creations.
    Cooking Class Experience - Pasta Making Photo

What 3,031 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Innovative

  • Nashville

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Chef and I in Nashville offers an "outstanding experience" with its engaging chef's table and inventive tasting menus. Diners praise the "amazing food" and "fantastic service," making it a top spot for foodies. While some mention it can be "a bit expensive," the exceptional culinary adventure is deemed worth the splurge.

3,031 Reviews
  1. Amber

    VIP

    Nashville

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My all time favorite restaurant. Love the atmosphere and the staff is amazing!

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  2. Alice

    VIP

    Dallas

    42 reviews

    1.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Really not surprised that this restaurant is closing. Food was not edible at all. Why does everything have to have cheese on it? Halibut with cheese? Definitely do not think the chef is trained but more of a cook. Sadly lost a lot with the gift voucher we had. Very very disappointed and don’t know why good ingredients are not respected. Anyway they are closing so that’s why!
    The Chef and IResponded 3 days ago
    Long Island Cheese Pumpkin is a type of delicious pumpkin, not a type of cheese. It is an odd name for a vegetable, but we didn't name it. I'm guessing it was some farmer. There is no cheese with our halibut. Thanks!

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  3. Valerie

    Nashville

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The tasting menu described seven courses, five being meat and one fish. We were served four courses, one “palette cleanser”, and one “sweet treat”, with only one dish being meat

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  4. Mark

    New York City

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Came here on Monday 12/16 based on my brother’s recommendation. Enjoyed a memorable meal with excellent service by our waitress and got to interact with the chef of the day. It was a nice experience and I appreciated the way both talked us through the 5 course tasting menu. Loved the rabbit dish and the filet mignon add on in place of the lamb rack. My two favorites though all the dishes were very good. Had the option of 5 or 7 course but had to stop at 5 to leave room for desert. Mmmm. The only drawback was that the restaurant recently announced they would be closing at the end of the year. Wish they could remain open for the next time we come to Nashville, but hope they will find a new venture to visit.

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  5. Amanda

    Nashville

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    My boyfriend and I were really looking forward to the bread making class at the Chef & I as a date night for our anniversary. This class was NOTHING like it was advertised on the website. We were NOT: 1. Taught how to “make sourdough working with yeast;” 2. Provided with “portable cooking stations;” 3. Taught “tips, tricks, and skills” at any point; or 4. Guaranteed “a reservation to dine [with them].” Blake, the instructor, not only looked detached, but seemed irritated and bored. Honestly, calling him an instructor is a stretch. There was little to no instruction whatsoever, as if we were inconveniencing him by being there. Somehow I gave more instruction to the people around me than Blake did the entire class. I wish I could give 0 stars. Such a waste of time and especially money. When I saw there was an element of sourdough listed when reserving the class, I was so excited, but unfortunately sourdough wasn’t even mentioned during the class, as if they thought we’d forgotten what we signed up and paid for. We made focaccia bread and a compound butter. Anyone can mix softened butter with aromatics and herbs. I didn’t spend $150 for flavorless bread and butter. We weren’t given enough time for the bread to rise so it was dense and undercooked in the middle and overcooked on the top/outside. There weren’t enough bowls, whisks, oil, flour, scales, and supplies for each person. This was not a cheap class, yet they couldn’t afford to provide enough utensils and supplies! As upsetting as it is that a local business is closing, I can understand why. We left with the flavorless focaccia, that wasn’t even given time to cool, and knew we’d never go back. This was such a disappointing and inexcusably expensive experience. Wish I could get my money back.

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  6. Edward

    VIP

    Chicago

    180 reviews

    5.0

    180 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent food met chefs who explained some of their specialties, enjoyed the chance to chat with them servers were friendly helpful and took great care of us we will definitely return and bring our visitors

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  7. Cierra

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Anthony was amazing during our cooking experience! We have already looked at upcoming dates to plan our next cooking experience! 10/10 recommend

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  8. Angela

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    I hate to leave this review as I went to the Chef and I while it was at the old building three to four years ago and it was magical. It went from a 10 to a 2. I am not even kidding. Did the tasting menu like before and it was the pits. The place had a smell like sewer downstairs as well. The chef Eric was nice and did talk with the patrons but it was not enough to save the day. We will never go back and wish they knew the gem they had at the old place with the old chefs and ambiance. The food was no match. Overall grade- D

    2 people found this helpful

  9. Linda

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The cooking class with Chef Sara, "Elevated Home Cooking," was such a fun time. I learned a lot of new techniques to add to my arsenal, and we created dishes that were both beautiful and delicious.

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  10. Dan

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Anthony took great care of us with an amazing 7 course meal. We will definitely be back!!

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FAQs

The Chef and I is rated 4.5 stars by 3031 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Chef and I

1922 Adelicia St, Nashville, TN 37212

Additional information

  • Cross street
    20th Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Music Row
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–3:15 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Contemporary American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have street parking available as well paid parking lots.
  • Public transit
    Our valet is located off the corner of 20th avenue south and Adelicia Street
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    EC Chris Rains & CDC Jake Brenchley
  • Entertainment
    The chefs are the entertainment! If you choose to sit at the show kitchen, you'll become part of the story as the chefs create your food and everyone else's! See how it all unfolds, and connect with chefs while they cook!
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (615) 305-4869
  • Catering
    The Chef and I has a large catering division and we cater onsite and at many venues in Middle Tennessee! We do corporate events, galas, fundraisers, weddings, private residential events, receptions and teambuilding!
  • Private party facilities
    The Chef and I Nashville has multiple private event spaces where we offer culinary team building, private dining, cooking classes and unique culinary experiences. Our catering division can also come to your home or venue of choice, and provide a custom-designed private dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    Carol Yates: (615) 852-0854
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