Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse

4.5

9040 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

Mar 14, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for business meals

Housed in a glorious Southern mansion in the heart of Music City, Jimmy Kelly’s continues to be the standard by which all American steakhouses are measured. Founded in 1934 while the country was in the throes of the Great Depression and just one year removed from the repeal of prohibition, Jimmy Kelly made a promise to himself and his diners. Simply put, he would serve a great steak, a generous portion of whiskey and insure the service was always attentive. Making good on that promise has been the cornerstone of the restaurant’s success and enabled it to survive and flourish. Now over 80 years later and operated by the third generation of Kellys, it has earned a reputation as one of the grand old restaurants not only in Nashville but the entire southeast. Come anytime and enjoy a great steak and a generous portion of whiskey!

Additional information

Location
217 Louise Ave, Nashville, TN 37203
Phone number
(615) 329-4349
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Southern, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Wed 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Thu 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

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Private dining

Popular dishes

Fresh Oysters$4.00
East Coast & West Coast
Yellowfin Tuna Tataki$20.00
Seaweed salad / Soy pearls/ Ponzu
Oyster Rockefeller$20.00
Spinach / Mornay / Breadcrumbs
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$22.00
Cocktail sauce / horseradish
Crab Cake$26.00
Mustard cream / Tortilla strips
Bacon Wrapped Scallops$22.00
Apple Butter
Mussels$20.00
White wine / Tomatoes / Fresh herbs
French Onion Soup$20.00
Gruyere / Baguette
Thick Cut Bacon$20.00
Brussel sprouts / Chipotle pineapple bourbon glaze
Fried Shrimp$22.00
Sweet chili glaze
JK Beef Wellington$20.00
Prosciutto / Spinach / Mushroom duxelles
Bone Marrow$20.00
Garlic toast / Chimichurri

Salads

House Salad$15.00
Beets / Oranges / Pistachios / Goat cheese
Caesar Salad$15.00
Brioche croutons / Parmesan cheese
The Wedge$15.00
Bacon / Tomatoes / Blue cheese / Fried onions

Premium Steaks

Filet Mignon$66.00
- 8 oz$66.00
- 10 oz$80.00
Porterhouse$89.00
- 24 oz$89.00
Cowboy Steak$82.00
- 22 oz$82.00
New York Strip$72.00
- 14 oz$72.00
Bootlegger's Ribeye$84.00
- 16 oz$84.00
Bone In Filet Mignon$89.00
- 16 oz$89.00
A5 Japanese Tenderloin$35.00
3 oz minimum
- 1 oz$35.00
American Black Hawk Reserve Strip$60.00
- 6 oz$60.00

Steak Toppers

Oscar Style$20.00
Lobster Tail$32.00
Bearnaise$6.00
Creamy Horseradish$6.00
Brandy Peppercorn Sauce$6.00
Roasted Garlic Butter$6.00
Blue Cheese Crust$6.00
Diane Sauce$6.00
Truffle Butter$6.00
Charred Garlic Chimichurri$6.00

Chops & More

Verlasso Salmon$46.00
Chili dust / Bacon / Risotto / Carbonara
Butternut Squash Ravioli$38.00
Sage cream / Pecans / Cranberries
Lobster Pot Pie$75.00
Butter poached lobster / Vegetable medley / Potatoes / Broth
Veal Chop$62.00
Sundried tomato / Mushrooms / Fresh basil
JK Classic Burger$25.00
Caramelized onions / Gruyere / Paprika aioli / Cherry Peppers
Crab Stuffed Sea Bass$56.00
Lemon-Dijon / Herb oil
Duck Roulade$54.00
Spinach / Mushroom / Foie gras / Brandied cherries

Sides To Share

JK Mashed Potatoes$14.00
Sauteed Mushrooms$14.00
Creamed Spinach$14.00
Creamed Corn Brulee$14.00
Kate's Potatoes$14.00
Zander's Mac & Cheese$14.00
Brussel Sprouts$14.00
Baked Potato$14.00
NV Hot Green$14.00
Onion Rings$14.00

What 9,040 people are saying

Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse delivers a classic dining experience with "excellent service," "amazing steaks," and a "wonderful atmosphere." Guests appreciate the attentive staff and "delicious" food, making it a top choice for special occasions. The newly updated menu and decor have been well-received, maintaining its charm as a Nashville staple.

9,040 Reviews

K
Kristin VIP
Nashville11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
James was a fantastic server and everything was delicious!
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Larry VIP
New Orleans6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have been going there for 25 years. Every time I am in Nashville I dine there
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DavidS
Nashville5 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always enjoy Jimmy Kelly’s. It’s a steak house so get steak. Had the scallops for an appetizer - very good but 3 for 30 ? Steak was great but for to price hikes I will go to Morton’s or Stoney river for a better appetizer and side selections.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Nashville1 review
1.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Steak was tough and loaded with fat(bone in ribeye). Kate’s potatoes were dry and overcooked. Corn cakes were soggy and tasted as if they were made a while back instead of prior to eating. I am making these comments because of my recollection of how much different it is now versus 20 or so years ago when this was among the best steak houses around
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Drew VIP
Phoenix9 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience and food. Super enjoyable very accommodating. Glad we switched to here instead of bobs chop house
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Stephen
Nashville9 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitstaff Karla was fabulous!! She knew the product and made the experience much better!
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Norman
Nashville7 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food and service the ambience was great and our waiter was knowledgeable and friendly
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Judy
Nashville4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We all had a very good experience, Service was great, Kim (our server) gave us very good service, the table was very accommodating for our group size and the food was delicious.
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, food was excellent, appetizers were delicious, and the service top notch!
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David
Atlanta20 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Classic old home “speakeasy style “ restaurant. Excellent menu choices of steaks and large side items to share. Limited wine by the glass choices, but extensive fine wine bottle selection. Excellent server, Steven. Excellent cocktails. Look forward to returning again soon. Appreciate valet parking option.
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Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse is rated 4.5 stars by 9040 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 14, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 31 times today

217 Louise Ave, Nashville, TN 37203

Additional information

Phone number
(615) 329-4349
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Southern, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Wed 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Thu 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

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Jimmy Kelly's Steakhouse

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About this restaurant

Additional information

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Private Dining Space

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Porterhouse

New York Strip

Crab Stuffed Sea Bass

Appetizers

Fresh Oysters$4.00

Yellowfin Tuna Tataki$20.00

Oyster Rockefeller$20.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$22.00

Crab Cake$26.00

Bacon Wrapped Scallops$22.00

Mussels$20.00

French Onion Soup$20.00

Thick Cut Bacon$20.00

Fried Shrimp$22.00

JK Beef Wellington$20.00

Bone Marrow$20.00

Salads

House Salad$15.00

Caesar Salad$15.00

The Wedge$15.00

Premium Steaks

Filet Mignon$66.00

Porterhouse$89.00

Cowboy Steak$82.00

New York Strip$72.00

Bootlegger's Ribeye$84.00

Bone In Filet Mignon$89.00

A5 Japanese Tenderloin$35.00

American Black Hawk Reserve Strip$60.00

Steak Toppers

Oscar Style$20.00

Lobster Tail$32.00

Bearnaise$6.00

Creamy Horseradish$6.00

Brandy Peppercorn Sauce$6.00

Roasted Garlic Butter$6.00

Blue Cheese Crust$6.00

Diane Sauce$6.00

Truffle Butter$6.00

Charred Garlic Chimichurri$6.00

Chops & More

Verlasso Salmon$46.00

Butternut Squash Ravioli$38.00

Lobster Pot Pie$75.00

Veal Chop$62.00

JK Classic Burger$25.00

Crab Stuffed Sea Bass$56.00

Duck Roulade$54.00

Sides To Share

JK Mashed Potatoes$14.00

Sauteed Mushrooms$14.00

Creamed Spinach$14.00

Creamed Corn Brulee$14.00

Kate's Potatoes$14.00

Zander's Mac & Cheese$14.00

Brussel Sprouts$14.00

Baked Potato$14.00

NV Hot Green$14.00

Onion Rings$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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