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1. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Nashville
4.8
Exceptional(8145)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 75 times today
The flagship brand of his growing, family of eponymous eateries, Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse tells the story of his life. From the opulent interiors to the artwork & antique furnishings, every facet has a special meaning to the man himself. Now open in Nashville, TN, each iteration of these critically-acclaimed restaurants is rooted in the heritage of the original, yet each also tells a tale of its own, inextricably woven into the unique fabric of the community in which it resides. The most noteworthy element of the brand – and undeniably the key to its success – is The Jeff Ruby Experience, an all-encompassing philosophy embodying the very best U.S.D.A. Steaks, Fresh Seafood, Impeccable Service, Live Entertainment and Passionate Attention To Detail. These qualities and more create a total dining experience unlike any other. An experience we’re proud to bring to the great city of Nashville.
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2. Skull's Rainbow Room
4.8
Exceptional(5149)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 75 times today
Skull's Rainbow Room is a hot spot in Nashville due to its iconic status and acclaimed dining experience. With a long history in the city, it's a favorite for its signature craft cocktails, award-winning dinner menu, and live jazz bands. Reviews rave about the 'cool vibe', 'top-notch food and service', and the 'incredible atmosphere'. It's a must-visit for a unique, fun, and memorable dining experience.
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3. Urban Grub
4.8
Exceptional(5383)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill
Booked 52 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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4. etch - Nashville
4.8
Exceptional(8616)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 30 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. Oak Steakhouse - Nashville
4.6
Exceptional(3973)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 42 times today
Oak Nashville presents an innovative take on the classic steakhouse. Located in the heart of Music City, Oak Steakhouse offers a modern approach to steakhouse dining, serving farm-fresh dishes alongside steakhouse classics in a modern and intimate environment. Oak's menu highlights the restaurant's relationship with local farmers and purveyors. To complement the menu, Oak's expansive wine list features California Cabernet and Old World reds including a selection of Italian and Spanish wines, as well as an array of artisan domestic wines. The beverage program boasts classic, seasonal cocktails alongside local Nashville brews and both domestic and international beers.
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6. The Mockingbird Nashville
4.7
Exceptional(3211)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 71 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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7. City House
4.9
Exceptional(1677)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Germantown
Booked 27 times today
At City House in Nashville, TN, James Beard Award winning Chef Tandy Wilson makes an amazing array of dishes to pair up with the enormous array of artisan cocktails, wine and bourbon or whiskey choices available. A popular Sunday Supper gives a unique dining experience, but many come for the regular dinner menu.The dinner choices at City House include starters like frico, pork snacks, and seasonal salads. There are handmade pizzas with traditional toppings and more Southern inspired choices like belly ham or kale. The entrees are just as seasonal and include dishes like the local trout, hand made pastas, and wood oven roasted meats. A visit to City House allows you to enjoy a wonderful experience in a historic setting.
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8. The Diner - Nashville
4.3
Awesome(2526)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Sobro
Booked 54 times today
The Diner in Nashville is a hot spot due to its unique dining experiences on each of its six floors, offering stunning views of downtown Nashville. It has a great atmosphere, which is often praised in the reviews, and a varied menu ranging from traditional breakfast fare to mouth-watering steaks. The service is consistently high-rated, making it a popular choice for locals and visitors alike.
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9. Butchertown Hall
4.3
Awesome(154)
Price: Moderate
• Tex-Mex • Germantown
Booked 46 times today
Expect the finest wood-fired premium cuts, craft tacos & Tex-Mex standards, fresh tortillas made in house daily, roasted oysters, and the finest smoked brisket outside of Austin. Since opning in 2015, Butchertown Hall has amassed a reputation for the finest margarita this side of San Antonio. Butchertown Hall is local restaurateur Terry Raley’s vision of modern barbeque, inspired by the Central Texas meat market culture in which he grew up, and the late 19th-century butcher shop pursuits of this very neighborhood. Making extensive use of both an open fire hearth and a custom-built high-capacity smoker, we patiently cook soulful, exciting food. Open 7 days a week for dinner and weekend brunch. Join us in our glorious indoor or outdoor space! We also feature an expansive courtyard, complete with a list of specialty craft brews, superior margaritas and craft cocktails, and an extensive agave collection.
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10. Sambuca Restaurant - Nashville
4.5
Awesome(4238)
Price: Expensive
• American • The Gulch & North Gulch
Booked 18 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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  • Diane
    Atlanta •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had a party of 4, sat outside in the heated patio. Very comfortable and cozy. 2 of us got the shrimp and grits. Savory sauce, really good. My husband got the scallops. He enjoyed them, good flavor but there were only 3 scallops. Would go back.
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    Urban GrubPrice: Expensive• Southern• Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill
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    4.8
  • KimVIP
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Skulls is a regular stop of our’s when we are in Nashville. We love their dedication to showcasing jazz. Start the evening listening to Jay Vern, then hang out for whoever follows! Great food, service, and a cool atmosphere make it a must for foodies and jazz lovers!
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    Skull's Rainbow RoomPrice: Expensive• French American• Downtown / Sobro
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    4.8
  • Jesi
    Central Georgia •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was our best dining experience was have reserved! Everything brought to the table was made to perfection from the maple bacon appetizer, salads, steak, sides, wine, and desserts. Shaun was an amazing server and provided the best recommendations to fit our wants and needs through the night. The atmosphere was perfect for a group dinner or romantic night out. We will be returning the next chance we get!
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    Oak Steakhouse - NashvillePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• The Gulch & North Gulch
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    4.6
  • JohnVIP
    Key West / Florida Keys •42 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We were greeted by a cheerful and courteous host team that quickly escorted us to our table. The table was amazing a semi-circle booth facing the bar. I highly recommend this table if you are an appreciator of great piano bar music. Our waiter was amazing and connected with all of the guests at our table quickly. He explained all the specials a little history about some of the drinks on the menu, including the famous Brittney drink, and then proceeded to make some of his personal recommendations. I highly recommend any of the seafood or sushi selections as they have been the best we have found in town. The manager came by several times to check on us and ask if we needed anything else. Overall, the experience was excellent and we always highly recommend this restaurant on our travels through Nashville. I would recommend making reservations well in advance and if you like, live music, make sure to request an area by the bar.
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    Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - NashvillePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Sobro
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    4.8
  • Austin
    Nashville •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    My wife and I had a wonderful experience at Etch!! The service was top notch, the food was delicious and presented exquisitely! The server knew the food and drink menu so well! They were very accommodating to my wife's gluten free needs. The red wine from Greece was amazing!! We enjoyed the cauliflower appetizer, gluten free bread rolls, Etch salad. And for the main course we had the Port and Filet, with a side of brussels sprouts. The banana flavored ice cream was delicious, being very light on the banana flavor. I hope to return soon.
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    etch - NashvillePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown / Sobro
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    4.8

Discover best hot spot restaurants in South Nashville

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Nashville's South Nashville area, where "hot spot" restaurants are a culinary treasure trove for food enthusiasts. This locale is renowned for its eclectic mix of dining establishments that cater to every taste and occasion, whether you're seeking a cozy spot for a romantic dinner or a lively venue for a group gathering. Each restaurant in this hotspot offers a unique blend of flavors, with menus that creatively fuse traditional Southern cuisine with modern culinary innovations. The ambiance of these eateries ranges from laid-back and rustic to upscale and sophisticated, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience for all. Patrons consistently praise the exceptional service, atmospheric settings, and, most importantly, the delicious, high-quality food that makes South Nashville a go-to destination for both locals and visitors alike. These hot spot restaurants not only reflect the dynamic and diverse culinary landscape of Nashville but also contribute to the city's reputation as a burgeoning food capital.

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