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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
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
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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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
  • Website
    http://www.chauhannashville.com/
  • 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 a special occasion with family and friends, Chauhan Ale & Masala House can accommodate all of your private dining needs. We have options for private & semi-private lunch, dinner and brunch with custom prix fixe menus featuring a delicious selection of our most popular items!
  • Private party contact
    Stacey Wilson: (855) 382-0548
  • Location
    123 12th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203
  • 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

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Whipped Paneer and Naan$18.00

    roasted honey, chives, fresh baked naan

    • Nashville Hot Cauliflower or Chicken Pakoras$15.00

      cauliflower or chicken, chow chow, ghost pepper aoili, raita ranch

      • Keema Papadi Nachos$17.00

        spicy pork keema, papadi chips, tamarind chutney, provel, cucumber, tomato, onion, lemon yogurt

        • Watermelon Chaat$14.00

          watermelon, roasted cumin, coconut, lime, ginger, passion fruit pearls

          • Calamari Sixty - Five$18.00

            Chauhan 65 spices, lemon aioli

            • Tandoori Chicken or Paneer Poutine$18.00

              Tandoori chicken, makhani sauce, cheese curds, masala fries. Sub paneer for veg option

              • Cremini Mushroom Toast$15.00

                tandoori roasted cremini mushrooms, garlic whipped paneer, masala sour dough

                • Gol Guppa Shots$12.00

                  semolina puffs, black garbanzo, potato, mint cilantro water

                  • Goan Curry Mussels*$21.00

                    spicy coconut curry, grilled lime, grilled sourdough bread

                    Desi Indian Fare

                    Design your own dish, choose from one signature or classic protein and one curry. Served with freshly steamed basmati rice

                      Maneet's Signature*

                      • Bistro Steak

                        • 8oz$36.00

                      • Catch of the Day

                        • MP

                      • Braised Pork Shank$32.00

                        • Tamarind Lamb Chops

                          • 12oz$42.00

                        • Paneer Napoleon$28.00

                          Classic

                          • Chicken$25.00

                            • Masala Braised Lamb$26.00

                              • Tandoori Roasted Shrimp$26.00

                                • Paneer Cheese$22.00

                                  • Local Farm Vegetables$19.00

                                    Choose Your Curry

                                    • Tikka Masala

                                      +$2. Rich labor of love, tomato cream sauce

                                      • Saag

                                        +$2. Fresh green creamed spinach sauce

                                        • Moilee

                                          quintessential southern indian coconut milk curry

                                          • Korma

                                            +$2. Liquid gold saffron cashew sauce

                                            • Bhunna

                                              bold flavor, classic tomato onion curry

                                              • Vindaloo

                                                spicy tomato with chilis and vinegar

                                                Featured Item

                                                • Tournament of Champions Thali$68.00

                                                  16oz tandoor roasted ribeye, saag mac and cheese, veg of the day, daal, garlic achaar. Suggested wine pairing: Zinfandel, Dry Creek $15/$48

                                                  Breads

                                                  • Braised Beef French Onion Naan$12.00

                                                    • Garlic Parmesan Naan$6.00

                                                      • Naan$5.00

                                                        • Chili Cheese Kulcha$7.00

                                                          • Papadum$4.00

                                                            • Whole Wheat Tandoori Roti$5.00

                                                              Signature Sides

                                                              • Saag Mac and Cheese$12.00

                                                                • Brussel Sprouts$14.00

                                                                  • Vegetable of the Day$8.00

                                                                    • Daal of the Day$8.00

                                                                      • Spicy Quinoa$8.00

                                                                        • Korma Aloo Gratin$12.00

                                                                          Extras

                                                                          • Trio of Chutney$6.00

                                                                            • Raita$4.00

                                                                              • Desi Salad$4.00

                                                                                • Protein$7.00

                                                                                  Last updated: October 2, 2022

                                                                                  What 5,554 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
                                                                                  • 4.7Service
                                                                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                  • 4.6Value

                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                  Chauhan Ale & Masala House offers an unforgettable fusion of South Asian flavors with a modern twist. Guests rave about the "amazing food," "divine drinks," and "warm, colorful ambiance." Standout dishes include the "chicken tikka poutine" and "TOC tiffin." Service is often praised for being "helpful" and "knowledgeable." Despite occasional noise and service hiccups, it's a "must-visit" spot in Nashville.

                                                                                  5,554 Reviews

                                                                                  1. veggiegirl

                                                                                    Toronto

                                                                                    20 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    2.0

                                                                                    20 reviews

                                                                                    Dined today

                                                                                    1. Overall 2
                                                                                    2. Food 2
                                                                                    3. Service 2
                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                    The food was average, not really good. We didn’t enjoy the whipped paneer and the owner & manager were not very receptive. Instead of asking us why we didn’t enjoy it they both insisted that we should pay for it, we ate two out of the four pieces of naan that accompanied the paneer (which we did not even eat after one bite of it). They could have suggested trying a different appetizer. We are very aware of fusion Indian cuisine and have tried Whipped paneer at the Conrad Nashville which was very good, hence we thought we would try it at Chauhan. We know Indian fusion cuisine quite well and would give this place a 2/5. The restaurant was freezing. The temperature in Nashville was below 0 and the heat was definitely not on. The owner seems to be cheap and all about making money . Lots of other good options in Nashville to consider. I wouldn’t come back here . 👎🏽

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                                                                                  2. Kristen

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    15 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    15 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    The food was excellent! We had the special Turkey Tandoori selection for Thanksgiving, and it was amazing. Service was outstanding. If we lived in the area, it would be a regular fav!

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                                                                                  3. Jeffrey

                                                                                    Portland

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    We had reservations for Maneet's Thanksgiving feast. It was a feast for the eyes as well as the soul. Super delicious dinner and our server Noah was great as well.

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                                                                                  4. Amit

                                                                                    Atlanta Metro

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Excellent fusion cuisine Carefully crafted Menu Excellent spice level Great presentation Would come bock..

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                                                                                  5. Brian

                                                                                    Indiana

                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    This was our first time visiting Nashville and first time eating here. Street parking was easy for a Tuesday night and there were only a few patron inside the restaurant while we were there, so it was nice and quite, making it a more intimate dining experience for the two of us. Having never eaten Indian cuisine before, we found the portions to be very good, the flavor was outstanding and the waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable about the dishes.

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                                                                                  6. Richard

                                                                                    Washington DC

                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 21, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    This is a go to when in town! Never disappoints. Every bite has pleased!
                                                                                    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                    Hi RichardW, We're thrilled to hear that Chauhan Ale & Masala House is your go-to spot when in town! It's wonderful to know that you enjoy our food and find it satisfying. We always aim to provide top-notch service and it's great to hear that you've had consistent experiences with us. Thank you for your glowing review and we look forward to serving you again soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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                                                                                  7. Kimberly

                                                                                    Nashville

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 20, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Always a favorite to come to with new friends! We love how close it is to Putt Shack and Pins Mechanical

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                                                                                  8. william

                                                                                    Milwaukee

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on November 19, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Best restaurant I have eaten at in my 5 years of visits to Nashville. Jordan was our server was absolutely amazing
                                                                                    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                    Hey, We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience at Chauhan Ale & Masala House! It's wonderful to know that our service made your visit special and that we could contribute to making your visit memorable. We truly appreciate your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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                                                                                  9. Kayla

                                                                                    Salt Lake City

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Delicious, flavorful food… a one-of-a-kind experience. Our server was attentive and gave great recommendations. The atmosphere was magical with all the lights. The french onion brisket naan was the best bite of the trip! Incredible!
                                                                                    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                    Thanks for visiting us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and had a memorable experience at Chauhan Ale & Masala House. Your kind words about our food and service are greatly appreciated. It's fantastic to know that the french onion brisket naan was a hit! We strive to create a magical atmosphere for our guests and we're glad it added to your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. - The Management Team

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                                                                                  10. Erika

                                                                                    New York State

                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    The food is amazing and we will definitely be back!
                                                                                    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded 7 days ago
                                                                                    Hey, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Chauhan Ale & Masala House! It's wonderful to know that our food stood out to you. Your high ratings for our food, service, and value truly make our day. We're already looking forward to your next visit. Best regards, 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 5554 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                  Make a reservation

                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                  7:00 PM
                                                                                  Booked 46 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
                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                    http://www.chauhannashville.com/
                                                                                  • 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 a special occasion with family and friends, Chauhan Ale & Masala House can accommodate all of your private dining needs. We have options for private & semi-private lunch, dinner and brunch with custom prix fixe menus featuring a delicious selection of our most popular items!
                                                                                  • Private party contact
                                                                                    Stacey Wilson: (855) 382-0548

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