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Locust Nashville

$50 and over

Irish

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Innovative
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Locust brings a chaotic elegance to Nashville's dining scene. Chef Trevor Moran and team carefully assemble an ever-changing menu highlighting seafood and local, seasonal products: think raw bar selection, whole grilled fish, a decadent crab omelette, all rounded out with tea and biscuits shaved ice.

On Sunday nights, the team pumps out dumplings folded to order for a more casual, walk-ins-only experience.

Lunch: Friday - Sunday 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (reservations required)
Dinner: Friday - Saturday 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (reservations required)
Sunday Walk-Ins: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (first come, first served)
Patio Bar: Friday - Sunday 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

*Please note that Locust is a CARD ONLY establishment, and does not accept cash payments at this time.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Trevor Moran

From the OpenTable editors: Ultra-fresh global seafood takes center stage at Locust, noma alum Trevor Moran’s buzzy 12 South spot and Eater Nashville’s Best New Restaurant of 2021. Expect playful, ever-changing dishes like a Nashville hot chicken-style swordfish and a caviar-studded crab omelette, all in a compact space with an energetic playlist and laid-back vibe that make dining here feel like attending a super cool dinner party.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Irish, Seafood, Shellfish
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Bar Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Website
https://www.locustnashville.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We do not offer catering at this time.
Private party facilities
If you have interest in hosting a private event at Locust, please reach out to us at info@locustnashville.com.

Location
2305 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37204-2430
Neighborhood
Belmont / Hillsboro
Cross street
Linden Ave. and 12th Ave. South
Parking details
Locust does not have a dedicated parking area. Many of the surrounding streets offer free parking, and there are a number of paid lots in our neighborhood, 12South. Please Note: 12th Ave. South is currently under development and experiencing an increase in construction. Please make accommodations to allow extra time to find parking prior to your reservation time.
Public transit
Metro Nashville WeGo Bus Stop on 12 Ave S
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Year's Eve at Locust
$200.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
We're celebrating New Year's Eve at Locust! Join us for a special prixe fix menu before you head to your New Year's party! Best for parties of 4, bring your friends and enjoy dumplings, shrimp toast, steak, truffles, and way too much caviar. Priced at $200 per person, your ticket includes all food, as well as a glass of champagne to begin the evening with a toast. Beverages ordered at the table may be paid at the end of your meal. Price excludes tax and service charge. Please note: We are not able to accommodate dietary restrictions of any kind for this experience. Cancellation Policy: All parties must provide a prepayment for all guests. Reservations are non-refundable if modified or cancelled any time after Sunday, December 28th.

What 38 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Nashville
Best Overall
Nashville
Best Food
Nashville
Best Service
Nashville
Innovative
Nashville
Neighborhood gem
Nashville
Best Overall
Nashville
Best Food
Nashville
Best Service
Nashville
Innovative
Nashville
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Locust Nashville delivers an unparalleled dining journey with "simple, elegant and extremely well-crafted" dishes. Renowned for "unbelievable" flavors and "top notch service," it boasts a "warm, comfortable atmosphere." The creative, ever-evolving menu and attentive staff make it a "highlight meal of the year" for locals and travelers alike.

38 Reviews

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david
VIP
Phoenix
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Locust is definitely one of the very best in Nashville.
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Santiago
VIP
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible food, incredible service with a premium price but a premium product
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Michael
VIP
Cleveland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible Saturday lunch. The shaved ice dessert was unreal. Would again and again.
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Kobina
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing, every dish was special and unique. in addition, the service was exceptional. The staff went above and beyond in explaining dishes and making selections.
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Matt
VIP
Nashville
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Good flavors. Decent experience. You can tell the staff cares deeply about the food they're making for you. Overall the reputation is exaggerated and there are much better food experiences in Nashville at that price point, perhaps with nearby patrons talking more about their day than the food presentation. But if you want to loudly swoon over your food, it's more acceptable here.
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Robert
Nashville
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All the food was impeccably fresh and the presentation superb. I was entertaining guests who had just arrived from Sweden. We got one of everything and the delivery pace was excellent. Flatware was proffered and removed for each plate. We got a beautiful set of hand carved spoons that were stunning to look at but about as useful as poker chips on skewers. (Milk?) bread was perfection. Scallop crudo was visually perfect but so subtle as to taste merely of heavy cream on sushi. The beef tartare very well done (had freeze dried capers instead of jar brined). Again subtle. (“Nashville”) hot swordfish is a cute knockoff of the chicken dish but was oily in spite of being cooked to a perfect 140°. The snapper/grouper jaw on the other hand was not quite firm yet probably because of the complex bone structure blocking some of the heat. But the outside sear flavorful. Great effort by the staff but I was left wanting a little bolder flavor profile for the expense.
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Matthew
VIP
St. Louis
61 reviews
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always incredible food, such a fun service and experience. Playlist was A+++ One of the best restaurants anywhere.
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Eric
Indiana
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best restaurant in Nashville, hands down. Food was amazing, service was impeccable.
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Mark
VIP
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, it was a fabulous meal. The food, the staff, the vibe….. Every time we are here it is a great experience. Pricey but worth every penny
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Sarah
VIP
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best meal I’ve had in a long time !!! Incredible food, service and vibes.
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FAQs

Locust Nashville is rated 4.9 stars by 38 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

2305 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37204-2430

Additional information

Cross street
Linden Ave. and 12th Ave. South
Neighborhood
Belmont / Hillsboro
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Bar Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Irish, Seafood, Shellfish
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Locust does not have a dedicated parking area. Many of the surrounding streets offer free parking, and there are a number of paid lots in our neighborhood, 12South. Please Note: 12th Ave. South is currently under development and experiencing an increase in construction. Please make accommodations to allow extra time to find parking prior to your reservation time.
Public transit
Metro Nashville WeGo Bus Stop on 12 Ave S
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.locustnashville.com/
Catering
We do not offer catering at this time.
Private party facilities
If you have interest in hosting a private event at Locust, please reach out to us at info@locustnashville.com.

Locust Nashville

Make a reservation

Why they're an Icon

Additional information

Experiences

New Year's Eve at Locust

Menu

What 38 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Locust Nashville restaurant rated?

Is Locust Nashville currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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