Best Casual Restaurants in Madison

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DonelsonEast NashvilleGermantownGoodlettsvilleHendersonvilleMadison

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CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for craft beer

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27 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Red Lobster - Madison - Gallatin Pike restaurant

1. Red Lobster - Madison - Gallatin Pike

3.9

Excellent(22)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Madison

Booked 1 time today

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

A photo of Calabria Brickoven Pizzeria Goodlettsville restaurant

2. Calabria Brickoven Pizzeria Goodlettsville

4.8

Exceptional(14)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Goodlettsville

Booked 1 time today

Here at Calabria Brick-Oven Pizzeria we create something truly special that would allow the world to try authentic pizza. Our pizza dough is made from scratch daily using an old recipe and cold fermented up to 72 hours, giving it time to develop a unique flavor. Our pizzas are 100% handmade to order and baked in our brick wood fire oven at a heat of around 750°F to 850° F degrees. This intense blast of heat locks in all the natural flavors, creating a soft and chewy in the middle and charred crust on the outside. Calabria Brick-Oven Pizzeria is the perfect atmosphere – whether it be a business lunch, date night, a large family celebration, or corporate event. No matter the occasion, we have the perfect space for you. Our full bar provides a vibrant venue for an evening out with friends.

3. Noko

4.9

Exceptional(1491)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • East Nashville

Booked 60 times today

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.

4. City House

4.8

Exceptional(1692)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Germantown

Booked 46 times today

At City House in Nashville, TN, James Beard Award winning Chef Tandy Wilson makes an amazing array of dishes to pair up with the enormous array of artisan cocktails, wine and bourbon or whiskey choices available. A popular Sunday Supper gives a unique dining experience, but many come for the regular dinner menu.The dinner choices at City House include starters like frico, pork snacks, and seasonal salads. There are handmade pizzas with traditional toppings and more Southern inspired choices like belly ham or kale. The entrees are just as seasonal and include dishes like the local trout, hand made pastas, and wood oven roasted meats. A visit to City House allows you to enjoy a wonderful experience in a historic setting.

A photo of Aquarium Restaurant - Opry Mills restaurant

5. Aquarium Restaurant - Opry Mills

4.2

Awesome(2411)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Donelson

Booked 154 times today

Dive into food and fun at the Aquarium Restaurant, located in the Opry Mills Mall! Your underwater adventure begins as you are seated around a 200,000-gallon aquarium tank, home to a wide variety of fish, sharks, stingrays and more! Make a splash with deliciously fresh seafood, steak, chicken and decadent desserts all served in an unbelievable underwater setting. Make Aquarium part of your next field trip, birthday party or special event. Customized birthday parties, special events, educational programs and tours are available. Plan a visit to the Aquarium today!

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6. Rolf and Daughters

4.8

Exceptional(407)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Germantown

Booked 65 times today

Located in the historic Werthan factory, Rolf and Daughters offers a casual, vibrant atmosphere that pairs well with its sharable plates, evolving natural wine list, and house cocktails. Since opening in late 2012, Philip Krajeck's Germantown restaurant has been named one of America's Best New Restaurants by Bon Appétit and Esquire magazines. Fun, seasonal, and inventive, the menu highlights produce from local farms and handmade pastas.Reservations are accepted for the dining room, communal tables, and bar. We also keep a portion of the restaurant open for walk-ins, both at the bar and communal tables!

A photo of Frankies 925 Spuntino Nashville restaurant

7. Frankies 925 Spuntino Nashville

4.7

Exceptional(82)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • East Nashville

Booked 15 times today

Located in East Nashville - It’s New York-style Italian, thanks to Frank Castronovo and Frank Falcinelli, who’ve brought their 20-year-old celebrated Frankies 457 Spuntino south from Brooklyn, complete with the antipasti, cured meats, and housemade pasta that made the original famous. And in case you were wondering, yes, there will be meatballs. With a full bar and extensive wine and beverage program, Frankies 925 Spuntino is a true neighborhood gem. Featuring both indoor and outdoor seating, Frankies is a perfect spot for a leisure lunch, date night, or dinner with friends and family.

8. Butchertown Hall

4.3

Awesome(161)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tex-Mex • Germantown

Booked 51 times today

Expect the finest wood-fired premium cuts, craft tacos & Tex-Mex standards, fresh tortillas made in house daily, roasted oysters, and the finest smoked brisket outside of Austin. Since opning in 2015, Butchertown Hall has amassed a reputation for the finest margarita this side of San Antonio. Butchertown Hall is local restaurateur Terry Raley’s vision of modern barbeque, inspired by the Central Texas meat market culture in which he grew up, and the late 19th-century butcher shop pursuits of this very neighborhood. Making extensive use of both an open fire hearth and a custom-built high-capacity smoker, we patiently cook soulful, exciting food. Open 7 days a week for dinner and weekend brunch. Join us in our glorious indoor or outdoor space! We also feature an expansive courtyard, complete with a list of specialty craft brews, superior margaritas and craft cocktails, and an extensive agave collection.

9. Pelican & Pig

4.8

Exceptional(69)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • East Nashville

Booked 20 times today

Owned and operated by husband and wife team Nick & Audra Guidry, Pelican & Pig operates with playful creativity and service in mind. Drawing inspiration from places they have lived and from their many travels, in name and through the menu, the restaurant is a nod to the inspirations and influences from the past and present. By bringing a fine-casual dining service experience to a comfortable, cozy atmosphere, it is our goal to provide exceptional service through attention to details and knowledge of products and menus. Upon entering you are greeted with a view of the completely open kitchen and wood-burning hearth. Let our staff welcome and guide you through the night with our list of craft cocktails, exceptional wine and spirit offerings and our hand-selected craft beer menu.

10. Lyra - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(105)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • East Nashville

Booked 24 times today

A Unique take on Middle Eastern FoodLyra is a blend of old world flavors and spices infused with modern techniques. At the heart of Lyra is our wood burning oven where freshly baked pita is ready to be dipped in to our famous hummus. Enjoy a seasonal menu full of flavors and dishes for everyone to enjoy.

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Kate
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Every bite was successfully more impressive than the last. We ordered 6 plates for two of us, and it was the perfect experience! The service was shared between a friendly team, and it was delightful! Such care for the ingredients and unmatched flavor!
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NokoPrice: Expensive• Asian• East Nashville
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4.9
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Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The best meal we’ve had in a while. And that’s saying a lot.
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City HousePrice: Expensive• Italian• Germantown
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
The place is a great atmosphere and it's nice the tables are far enough away from ea h other you don't feel crowded. It did take a VERY long time to get refills on drinks. That was a bit frustrating. And I got the chicken Alfredo that had hardly any chicken on it. There were two pieces about 2" x 2" and then maybe 4 more smaller pieces. For 22$ you'd expect a lot more chicken.
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Aquarium Restaurant - Opry MillsPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Donelson
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4.2
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Brian
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 26, 2024
For being out in the burbs this is legendary wood-fired pizza!
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Calabria Brickoven Pizzeria GoodlettsvillePrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Goodlettsville
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4.8
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SuzanneTVIP
Nashville •45 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 2, 2023
Overall this Red lobster was very good! I think for the most part people have forgotten about it! It need some minor updates but for the most part it was great and the food was phenomenal! Thank you!
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Red Lobster - Madison - Gallatin PikePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Madison
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3.9

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