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Chauhan Ale & Masala House, Nashville, TN
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Chauhan Ale & Masala House

$30 and under
Indian

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 68 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Spice it up at Chauhan! Devoted to creating a unique dining experience in Nashville’s bustling food scene, Chauhan Ale & Masala House is the highly lauded Indian restaurant from celebrity chef and TV personality Maneet Chauhan. Her Indian roots, zest for travel and affection for Southern cuisine have beautifully collided at Chauhan to offer a menu featuring globally-influenced Indian cuisine that highlights aspects of the culinary scene in India as well as Nashville, perfectly combining Indian fare with traditional Southern dishes. For locals, put Chauhan in your restaurant rotation. For tourists, no trip is complete without a visit to Chauhan. We're open 7 days a week for dinner and Brunch. We also have the perfect spot for hosting group events in our private dining room. From business lunches and corporate dinners to family gatherings and birthday celebrations, we have you covered! *For parties of 7 or more, please call for reservations.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Chef Owner Maneet Chauhan

From the OpenTable editors: Chauhan Ale & Masala House is acclaimed James Beard Award winner and celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan’s flagship Nashville restaurant. The two-time "Tournament of Champions" winner serves a fusion of Indian favorites and Southern comforts, like tandoori shrimp and grits or lamb keema nachos. Brunch is also a favorite for sweet dosa pancakes in the old brick building filled with colorful curtains and floral garlands.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (615) 242-8426
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Let us bring your bring your favorite Chauhan food to you! We offer office lunch catering with menus starting at $16 per person. You can place an order through the inquiry form on our website: chauhannashville.com or you can email us: events@chauhannashville.com. We can also create custom menus for evening events and wedding receptions!
  • Private party facilities
    Whether hosting a corporate dinner or celebrating with family and friends, Chauhan Ale & Masala House can accommodate all of your private dining needs. We have options for private & semi-private dining with custom prix fixe menus featuring a delicious selection of our most popular items!
  • Private party contact
    Mary Coleman: (731) 414-7640
  • Neighborhood
    The Gulch & North Gulch
  • Cross street
    Grundy
  • Parking details
    Street Parking is limited but we have partnered with Whole Foods located on 12th & Broadway. Bring your parking ticket in with you and we will validate it. The rate with validation is $12 for the first 3 hours.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,646 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chauhan Ale & Masala House offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about its "exceptional flavors" and "unique Indian-Southern fusion." Signature dishes like the pork shank and lamb chops are highly recommended. The atmosphere is lively, adding to the charm of this Nashville favorite.

5,646 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Manitoba

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time! It was packed but they were ready for us even though we were a little early. The drinks were delicious and the lamb nachos were excellent. Our server was Awesome and gave great guidance on the protein/ vegetable and curry rice bowl. We both love to eat but we both took home a box of leftovers. It tasted just as good if not better the next evening. And no heartburn or indigestion as the food truly is comforting (and we do not often get to eat this cuisine).

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  2. Shernaz

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience and a very delicious meal. Will definitely come back to try other dishes.
    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Shernaz! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience at Chauhan Ale & Masala House and enjoyed our meal. It's great to know that you'll be back to try other dishes. We appreciate your kind words and high ratings for our food, service, and value. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!

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  3. Beth

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The appetizers really shine. Don't neglect the amazing Gol Guppa Shots, but if you haven't tried them before, get directions.
    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Beth, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience at Chauhan Ale & Masala House. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our appetizers and Gol Guppa Shots. Your feedback on the service and value is appreciated and will be taken into consideration as we strive to improve. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best wishes, The Management Team

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  4. Sagar

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    A great take on Indian food. The drinks were good but slow and the chairs were uncomfortable.
    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Sagar! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our take on Indian cuisine and found our drinks to be good. We're always striving to provide a great dining experience, so we're glad to know that our service was up to the mark. We apologize if the chairs and the drinks were a bit slower than expected. Your feedback is valuable and we'll definitely take it into consideration as we continually work to improve our guest experience. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best wishes, Chauhan Ale & Masala House Management Team

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chauhan is such a fun twist on Indian food. We came for brunch on a Saturday, and it was relatively slow. We shared the chicken poutine which was super tasty and flavorful. The burger, which was the highlight of the meal. perfectly cooked and amazing flavor! The braised beef naan, which was a little bit of a letdown. the sauce served with it was full of flavor, but the naan itself was lacking. And the ginger garlic shrimp with korma curry, which was flavorful, but the shrimp were overcooked and tough. Overall, a decent meal, would come back and try other options for sure!
    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our chicken poutine and the burger. We take pride in our flavorful dishes and it's great to know that you found them satisfying. We regret that some aspects of your meal didn't meet your expectations, especially the naan and shrimp. Your feedback is valuable to us and we'll certainly take it into consideration. We're glad to know that you plan to come back and try other options. We hope to see you again soon at Chauhan Ale & Masala House!

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  6. Janet

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time there and it was great. I will be back.
    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Janet, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your first visit to Chauhan Ale & Masala House was great. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food and service. We always strive to provide our guests with the best value, and your feedback helps us in that regard. We can't wait to welcome you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  7. Tom

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was an incredible introduction to Indian food. My wife and I both are fans of Maneet on Food Network. This was a neat experience to connect the doors to a TV celebrity. The only problem we had was; my wife is disabled and there was no handicap parking without some sort of tag other than state issues Go during the day for a better chance of meeting her. Thanks Maneet!
    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Tom, thank you for joining us, we're so glad you enjoyed your experience with us trying Indian food for the first time! We understand that parking can be frustrating, as the area has grown exponentially in the 10 years we've been here. There is a handicap parking spot that is open to guests alongside our staff parking by The Mockingbird, our sister restaurant! Thank you again for dining with us, and we hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Steve

    Nashville

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great meal at one of our favorite restaurants. Pro tip: get the braised pork shank. 😋
    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Steve! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed another meal at Chauhan Ale & Masala House. We appreciate your high praise for our braised pork shank and are glad we could provide you with a memorable dining experience. We hope to serve you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  9. Melissa

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my number one place to go and it did not disappoint! We had the Curry Mussels with sourdough. Excellent! The staff was kind, fun, and went above and beyond! Will be going again every time!
    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded on February 21, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Melissa! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Curry Mussels with Sourdough. It's always a pleasure to know that our team's efforts to provide a fun and enjoyable atmosphere have been appreciated. We're looking forward to your next visit at Chauhan Ale & Masala House!

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  10. Chelsea

    Jacksonville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service!! Highly recommend for any occasion
    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded on February 17, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Chelsea! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and service at Chauhan Ale & Masala House. It's great to know that we're a recommended choice for special occasions. We look forward to serving you again soon. - The Management Team

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FAQs

Chauhan Ale & Masala House offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Chauhan Ale & Masala House also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (615) 242-8426.

Chauhan Ale & Masala House is rated 4.8 stars by 5646 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 68 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Chauhan Ale & Masala House

123 12th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Grundy
  • Neighborhood
    The Gulch & North Gulch
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking is limited but we have partnered with Whole Foods located on 12th & Broadway. Bring your parking ticket in with you and we will validate it. The rate with validation is $12 for the first 3 hours.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (615) 242-8426
  • Catering
    Let us bring your bring your favorite Chauhan food to you! We offer office lunch catering with menus starting at $16 per person. You can place an order through the inquiry form on our website: chauhannashville.com or you can email us: events@chauhannashville.com. We can also create custom menus for evening events and wedding receptions!
  • Private party facilities
    Whether hosting a corporate dinner or celebrating with family and friends, Chauhan Ale & Masala House can accommodate all of your private dining needs. We have options for private & semi-private dining with custom prix fixe menus featuring a delicious selection of our most popular items!
  • Private party contact
    Mary Coleman: (731) 414-7640
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