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Choy

$31 to $50

Chinese

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2 people

Mar 17, 2025

March 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Great for fine wines

Choy brings nostalgic Chinese American flavors utilizing local Tennessee ingredients by consulting Michelin-Star & James Beard Award Winning Chef Brandon Jew. Our signature Whole Roasted Peking-Style Duck is our crown jewel and is served in ceremony while our dining room boasts grand mid-20th century Shanghai art-deco design that transports you back to the Golden Age era.

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From the OpenTable editors: Chinese American flavors meet Tennessee ingredients at this sleek restaurant named one of the 25 best in the city by The New York Times. Inspired by consulting chef Brandon Jew’s SF hotspot Mister Jiu's, Choy dishes up cross-cultural hits like roast duck with peanut butter hoisin and gulf snapper with fermented black beans. Beverage titans Justin Mueller & Abe Vucekovich have created an enviable drinks program spotlighting rare selections that pair perfectly with the food and moody interiors featuring grand emerald leather booths and artwork by acclaimed Nashville artist Ed Nash.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Chinese, Asian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(615) 696-7353
Website
http://www.choynashville.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
121B 12th Ave N., Nashville, TN 37203
Neighborhood
The Gulch & North Gulch
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We offer parking validation in the Whole Foods Parking Garage next door. $12 for 4 hours. There is also free street parking available around the neighborhood.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Offers

Golden Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - Thu - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Come join us on Sunday-Thursdays from 5pm-7pm at our Bar Top Only for $10 Wine & Cocktails, $6 Beer, and $8 Snacks! Walk-ins only.

Smashed Cucumbers$13.00
avocado, crispy yuba
Sichuan-Spiced Cabbage$12.00
heaven facing chili, cilantro
Yellowtail Yusheng$23.00
asian pear, radish, toasted sesame
Egg Drop Soup$12.00
garlic chive schmaltz, cilantro
Sourdough Scallion Pancake$17.00
onion soubise, chive
Squid Ink Pork Wontons$24.00
wok-fried squid, fermented fresno chili
Prawn & Pork Shumai$16.00
ginger, carrot
'Salt & Pepper' Chicken Wings$17.00
white pepper, jalapeño, sweet soy
Xinjiang Lamb Ribs$19.00
cumin-spiced, soy pickles, gem lettuce
Mapo Tofu$26.00
minced flat iron, egg tofu custard, wagyu tallow chili

Large

Smoked Peking-Style Roast Duck (serves 2-3)$130.00
house made pancakes, peanut butter hoisin, duck liver mousse, scallions, cucumbers, cilantro
Salt-Baked Bucksnort Trout$49.00
smoked trout roe, ginger, scallion
Whole Sizzled Fish
leeks, ginger, fermented black bean, cilantro, peanut oil
Prime New York Strip Steak$65.00
black pepper gravy, sweet peppers, onions

Noodles • Rice

Beef Chow Fun$46.00
fresh wide noodles, prime flank, broccoli, horseradish
Gulf Shrimp Fried Rice$28.00
butternut squash, xo butter, chives, egg
Black Truffle & Blue Crab Fried Rice$39.00
parsnip, mushroom gravy, egg drop, scallion

Vegetables

Mushu Mushrooms$25.00
braised cabbage, peanut butter hoisin, egg
Caramelized Hakurei Turnips$15.00
cured beef heart, garlic, sacha
Wok-Charred Bok Choy$17.00
smashed garlic, oyster sauce
Oil-Blanched Green Beans$18.00
preserved radish, fermented black bean, benton's bacon

What 107 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Choy delivers an exceptional dining experience with "phenomenal food" and "impeccable service." Known for its "incredible Peking duck" and innovative dishes like squid ink wontons, the restaurant offers a "luxurious decor" and "thoughtful wine pairings." Patrons praise the "attentive and knowledgeable staff," making it a must-visit in Nashville.

107 Reviews

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jeff VIP
London6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best meals I've had in Nashville. Olivia was very accommodating when we had to switch our booking 30 min later than planned and also stopped by the table a few times to see how we were. All in all great service from everyone. and great food.
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Spencer VIP
Nashville2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So glad to have Choy in Nashville. Finally a restaurant where you can tell that the details matter. The flavor profile is like no other. Hats off to the owners and chefs!
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Jessica VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hits every time! Had the most delicious and delightful meal for my brother’s bday. Everything was exceptional & service was great!
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BobL VIP
Nashville19 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic. Best restaurant in Nashville. We did four small plates plus noodles. We will be back real soon.
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Estie VIP
Nashville92 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delightful meal; everything was cooked perfectly and there were lots of choices. We will go back!
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Nathan
Nashville10 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had very attentive service and the food was wonderful. We tried the Peking Style duck and I have to say it was very different than your standard Peking Duck. The duck had a very intense Smokey flavor, almost overpowering for my personal taste, but not. All the accoutrements were very good with it also. Cannot wait to return to try more.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
5 stars just aren’t enough!! INCREDIBLE service and food. Unexpected very personal touch with the birthday message menu and hand signed card. Don’t wait, go experience choy for yourself!
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JasmineA
Las Vegas5 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
First I want to start of by saying the food was outstanding! However the service was mediocre and not seamless. The waiter suggested 4/6 small plates for a table of four. We ordered spiced cabbage, salt and pepper wings, prawn & pork shumai, beef chow, and blue crab rice. We expected to enjoy the fusion of all flavors at once. However the dishes come out in a tiered lineup essentially one item at a time. Our wait time for the food was extreme to point of our meal being comped. The staff was friendly and apologetic which I appreciate. The chilled glass wine cellar is the bulk of the ambience. The nitro espresso martini is one of the best in the city! The parking is awful although heads up they valet parking at the whole foods garage I didn’t know until I saw a sign after I already parked! Ultimately I’ll give them another shot based off the hospitable staff 7/10 overall.
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chase
Baton Rouge4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Choy has it all. Drinks, Ambience, and most of all the FOOD… Do not read another review. Make your reservation and experience it yourself.
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ThomasJ
Nashville11 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent concept. Phenomenal food. 100% worth the visit.
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FAQs

Choy offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (615) 696-7353.

Choy is rated 4.8 stars by 107 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 17 times today

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121B 12th Ave N., Nashville, TN 37203

Additional information

Neighborhood
The Gulch & North Gulch
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Chinese, Asian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We offer parking validation in the Whole Foods Parking Garage next door. $12 for 4 hours. There is also free street parking available around the neighborhood.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.choynashville.com/
Phone number
(615) 696-7353

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Choy

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Golden Happy Hour

Small

Smashed Cucumbers$13.00

Sichuan-Spiced Cabbage$12.00

Yellowtail Yusheng$23.00

Egg Drop Soup$12.00

Sourdough Scallion Pancake$17.00

Squid Ink Pork Wontons$24.00

Prawn & Pork Shumai$16.00

'Salt & Pepper' Chicken Wings$17.00

Xinjiang Lamb Ribs$19.00

Mapo Tofu$26.00

Large

Smoked Peking-Style Roast Duck (serves 2-3)$130.00

Salt-Baked Bucksnort Trout$49.00

Whole Sizzled Fish

Prime New York Strip Steak$65.00

Noodles • Rice

Beef Chow Fun$46.00

Gulf Shrimp Fried Rice$28.00

Black Truffle & Blue Crab Fried Rice$39.00

Vegetables

Mushu Mushrooms$25.00

Caramelized Hakurei Turnips$15.00

Wok-Charred Bok Choy$17.00

Oil-Blanched Green Beans$18.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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