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Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Nashville

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Nashville? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

A photo of Kase x Noko restaurant
5.0
5 (48)
$50 and over
Japanese
East Nashville
About the restaurant
A 14 seat, neighborhood Omakase from the team that brought you Noko Nashville. This is a 14 course, 90min nigiri & hand roll dining experience for $75. We highly recommend arriving 5-10 minutes early to enjoy a drink at our Japanese cocktail bar as we start promptly at your reservation time. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the cuisine, we will not be able to accommodate fish allergies or vegetarians.
Top review
maggieg
Dined 4 days ago
10/10 experience here for my fiancés birthday/engagement celebration! The team made us feel so special, and the food was AMAZING. Definitely recommend getting the extra a la carte items to add to your experience, and doing a bottle of Sake as well! We’re already planning to go back. Thank you to their team for the incredible hospitality!!
A photo of The Authentique restaurant
5.0
5 (123)
$31 to $50
Wine Bar
East Nashville
About the restaurant
Welcome to The Authentique, an intimate Parisian retreat in the heart of East Nashville. As the proud recipient of the Best Wine List in the city, our cozy French wine bar invites you to experience the romance of 1900s Paris.

Immerse yourself in our charming ambiance, where candlelight and vintage decor set the stage for a culinary journey inspired by the streets of France. Our menu features a delightful selection of small plates.

At The Authentique Wine Bar, we curate an exceptional wine list, showcasing the best of France. Let our passionate staff guide you through our carefully selected wines, ensuring the perfect pairings to complement your evening.

Whether it's a romantic date or a gathering with friends, join us at The Authentique for an evening where the spirit of 1900s Paris meets the energy of Nashville. Experience the warmth of our cozy space and the exquisite taste of French cuisine. Santé!

- Happy Hour Tues-Thurs 5:00PM-6:30PM Merci!
- Live Jazz Fri & Sat 6:30PM-9:30PM

Top review
Dawn
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
When you walk through the doors you are instantly transported to France ❤️ Thank you Alex and Philippine for such a beautiful, cozy getaway and for your joy in bringing all of us the authentic tastes of your homeland!
A photo of Pullman Standard Bar restaurant
4.9
4.9 (26)
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar
The Gulch & North Gulch
About the restaurant
Pullman Standard is the heart of Nashville's high end cocktail scene, offering a genuine taste of the city with expertly crafted drinks and locally sourced bites in a cozy, warm and inviting atmosphere that feels like a piece of authentic Nashville. Drawing inspiration from the historic luxury of Pullman train cars, our lounge brings a piece of Nashville's rich history to life in the present day. Nestled in the historic Cummins Station, a landmark that has been a part of Nashville's commercial fabric since 1906, Pullman Standard is more than just a craft cocktail lounge; it's a gateway to the authentic Nashville experience. This building, once a modern transit warehouse connected local merchants to the broader national market, now connects guests from all over Nashville and the world to the unique culture and spirit of Nashville. Step into Pullman Standard and experience the true essence of Nashville hospitality.
Top review
OpenTable DinerVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Chris Bodily made our experience awesome!! We will be back for sure
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4.9
4.9 (48)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
South Nashville
About the restaurant
Bastion is the 24-seat restaurant of James Beard Foundation Award Nominee Chef Josh Habiger. It is located in a separate area within the casual cocktail bar of the same name, and it is a part of the Wedgewood Houston neighborhood of Nashville, TN. Bastion's dining room features counter seating around the kitchen for parties of 2 as well as three tables for parties of 3 to 6. Bastion's small team serves a weekly set menu of six dinner courses featuring many dishes with a wide variety of flavors, ingredients, and inspirations. Friendly service guides you through the culinary experience, which also features wine pairings, creative cocktails, and a curated vinyl soundtrack. Come early or stay late in the hidden Little Bar, which is a private offering for guests of the restaurant.
Top review
BarbaraVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Bastion is an almost perfect dining experience that starts with their caring and knowledgeable staff. Its dark, hip and casual decor and concept menu pairs nostalgia with modern cuisine and plating. We loved the progression of tastes, the smart wine service, and the personal delivery of each dish by the chefs.For me the array of desserts fell short as they seemed to get lost in their ideas and missed on satisfying tastes. You’ll find lots of interesting ingredients paired in delicious ways with their menu. We arrived way too early for our reserved table and enjoyed perfect and very personalized cocktails made by the personable bar master. She made an hour go by so pleasantly. The unique part of Bastion is the record player playlist that is part of their nostalgia and slow down vibe. We lucked out with a full play of one of our favorite Arcade Fire albums. We’ll be back and would recommend this place to friends.
A photo of Koré restaurant
4.9
4.9 (73)
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
East Nashville
About the restaurant
A new international tapas restaurant called ᴋᴏʀé has opened in 97 Chapel Ave., East Nashville. Don't walk, run!
Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 2 days ago
This is the best food I’ve had in 3+ years of living in Nashville. Every bite is an explosion of flavor with intricate touches, making each dish unique. The tuna and udon are must tries.
A photo of Noko restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1367)
$31 to $50
Asian
East Nashville
About the restaurant
Nestled in the heart of East Nashville, Noko is an Asian-inspired, wood-fired restaurant inspired by wanderlust and simplicity of the region. Here, Executive Chef Dung “Junior” Vo aims to perfect the balance of new and old techniques in wood fire cooking, putting his Asian-influenced spins on familiar proteins and indigenous vegetables through smoking, searing, and roasting.

Top review
Marissa
Dined 2 days ago
Brunch was delicious and the amount for the price was just great. Sam, our server, was super friendly, helpful and attentive. So glad we can just walk across the street to enjoy this spot!
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4.9
4.9 (43)
$50 and over
Irish
Belmont / Hillsboro
About the restaurant

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.

Top review
DarioVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Great as always! They added Hamachi Kama (grilled yellowtail collar) to the menu - do NOT miss it!
A photo of Valentino's Ristorante restaurant
4.9
4.9 (2013)
$31 to $50
Italian
Midtown
About the restaurant
NEW LOCATION at 1808 HAYES STREET !!! Beautiful covered patio!
Pasta, Steaks and Chops. Nashville's premier Italian restaurant. You won't leave here hungry. For over 27 years, a Nashville original, Valentino's Ristorante serves the finest Italian cuisine using fresh local ingredients from some of Tennessee's finest. Musicians, movie stars and movers and shakers all have touted Valentino's as the place for great Italian food, live entertainment and private events. Just ask Bill Gates, Robert Redford, Rascal Flatts and the Vice President of the United States. Buon appetito.

Top review
Julie
Dined 4 days ago
Valentino’s never disappoints! Fantastic meal with good friends. Will be back.
A photo of Judith restaurant
4.9
4.9 (52)
$31 to $50
American
The University of the South
About the restaurant
Judith is a new American tavern pairing warm hospitality and the cooking of James Beard Nominated Chef Julia Sullivan (Henrietta Red in Nashville) located in the quiet area of Sewanee, TN near the University of the South. The name is an homage to Judith Ward Lineback, the first woman to matriculate into the University in 1969.

As Sullivan’s first solo project, Judith will feature a seasonal menu of creative and approachable dishes including a selection of small, shareable plates perfect for the bar crowd. The beverage program mirrors the food with accessible wines and a cocktail list created by Henrietta Red's Beverage Manager Patrick Halloran.

The warehouse-style building, previously the Old Steam Laundry which serviced the University since the 1950’s, has additional space for private dining and parties. With the goal of becoming a meeting place for students, faculty, tourists and the Sewanee community alike, the restaurant will be open for dinner from Thursday - Monday.

Top review
Gene
Dined 3 days ago
The service was excellent. Our server, Conner, took very good care of us and was extremely personable. We never felt rushed. The food was delicious and portion sizes were perfect. Will return often!!
A photo of Peninsula restaurant
4.9
4.9 (154)
$31 to $50
Modern European
East Nashville
About the restaurant
Located in the heart of East Nashville, Peninsula serves up sharable plates, old world wines, and Spanish style gin and tonics in an inviting and intimate space. James Beard nominated Chef Jake Howell's menu focuses on sustainable, local ingredients and features seasonal, creative dishes influenced by the Iberian Peninsula. Guests are encouraged to sample the flavors of Spain, Portugal and France while enjoying the rustic, yet modern surrounds.

Top review
Chris
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Wife and I traveled to celebrate her birthday, and I decided to make reservations at Peninsula. Let me say I am glad I chose this place! Excellent service from the hostess and our waiter. we ordered 5 dishes to try, and everything was fresh and exciting. Intimate feeling within the restaurant itself with limited seating. Seemed all the waiters were busy checking on guests and taking care of everyone, nobody sitting on their phones. They explained every dish as they brought it out. They arrived quite quickly as well. We did not have to worry about anything. 100% recommend this experience and we will definitely be back at some point!
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