Best Date Night Restaurants in Donelson

119 restaurants available nearby

1. Noko

4.9

Exceptional(1281)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • East Nashville

Booked 86 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.

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2. Aquarium Restaurant - Opry Mills

4.2

Awesome(2285)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Donelson

Booked 139 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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3. Saltgrass Steak House - Nashville

4.1

Excellent(255)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Donelson

Booked 29 times today

Cut into a hearty Angus Beef steak at our award-winning scratch kitchen, Saltgrass Steak House in Opry Mills. Every meal starts with complimentary, warm Shiner Bock beer bread made in house daily by our dedicated loaf master. Discover the superior flavors of Saltgrass while enjoying menu favorites like our massive Silver Star Porterhouse, our homestyle Country Fried Steak, and our slow braised BBQ Pork Ribs. Visit us for a romantic date night or try one of our huge family meal bundles for busy families on the go. Relax in the No Bull lounge and cash in on the best Happy Hour deals in town while experiencing our famous Saltgrass hospitality firsthand.

4. The Authentique

4.9

Exceptional(116)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • East Nashville

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

5. Lyra - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(62)

Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • East Nashville

Booked 14 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.

6. The Treehouse

4.7

Exceptional(755)

Price: Expensive

• American • East Nashville

Booked 10 times today

The Treehouse is an East Nashville original restaurant and bar. We strive to source our food locally from within our community and offer inside and outdoor dining options. Come by and enjoy our ever-changing food menu or simply unwind with a craft cocktail, local draft, or glass of wine. We offer full service dinner Monday through Saturday from 5pm - 10pm as well as brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 10am - 3pm. In addition, we offer a late night menu from 10pm-12am Friday - Saturday. Open at 4pm on the back patio Monday-Friday for Happy Hour!

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7. Frankies 925 Spuntino Nashville

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4.6

Exceptional(19)

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.

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8. Once Upon a Time in France

4.7

Exceptional(110)

Price: Expensive

• French • East Nashville

Booked 8 times today

Best French Restaurant in Tennessee 2023!Best Restaurant in Nashville 2022!Set in a cozy 1920's Parisian Bistro décor, "Once Upon A Time In France" is all Francophiles and food lovers have ever dreamed of: *Friendly small neighborhood bistro,*Authentic traditional French Food, *Over 75 French wines, European beers, and delicious beverages carefully selected!The concept is our country’s favorite: a Bistro.A french Bistro is usually a quaint and cozy neighborhood restaurant serving traditional cuisine.But it is also usually loud, people sit close to each other, it may be hard to make your way through the restaurant, there may be servers and busers running everywhere. We do not claim to be a fine dining establishment nor claim to have a “new cuisine” type of food, but we can guarantee that we are the only true, authentic French Restaurant in Nashville, and we guarantee that you will have a great evening in our unique little corner of France! Bon appétit!

9. Pelican & Pig

4.9

Exceptional(31)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • East Nashville

Booked 4 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. Peninsula

4.9

Exceptional(139)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • East Nashville

Booked 7 times today

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.

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Carolyn
Nashville •46 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Sean was a great waiter! The filet was so tender and delicious, we were celebrating our granddaughters 9th birthday and they had someone taking pictures to purchase so that was nice for us to have that to remember her special day!
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Saltgrass Steak House - NashvillePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Donelson
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4.1
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Cynthia
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was great but a little overpriced. The atmosphere is awesome. Very pretty and nice to watch fish while you're eating. Service was good
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Aquarium Restaurant - Opry MillsPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Donelson
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4.2
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Troy
London •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Noko was fantastic and our waiter Mitch was the man. Really appreciate his knowledge and attention to detail on our entire experience. It was our first time and we will definitely be coming back. My wife and I guy 7 different dishes and Mitch gifted us one he didn’t want us to miss out on. Best of the Best: Tuna Crispy Rice, Lobster Bao Buns, Korean Hot Wings, Brussels Good: Burrata - maybe a little too sweet with the jam. Not our favs: bone marrow, crab fried rice Overall this experience was awesome and the entire menu sounded fire. Great date night spot!
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NokoPrice: Expensive• Asian• East Nashville
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4.9
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Mishelle
Nashville •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
What a lovely evening at LYRA. From the warm greeting at the door, servers who were friendly yet still professional, beautiful and delicious food journey and a special touch to help us celebrate a birthday. We will absolutely return to LYRA on the regular. Thank you to this team for a great experience.
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Lyra - NashvillePrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• East Nashville
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4.8
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Marcus
Fort Lauderdale •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 3, 2024
Great, except for all of the wasps. They were outside and INSIDE the restaurant which made for an uncomfortable dining situation.
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The TreehousePrice: Expensive• American• East Nashville
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4.7

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119 restaurants available nearby

1. Noko

2. Aquarium Restaurant - Opry Mills

3. Saltgrass Steak House - Nashville

4. The Authentique

5. Lyra - Nashville

6. The Treehouse

7. Frankies 925 Spuntino Nashville

8. Once Upon a Time in France

9. Pelican & Pig

10. Peninsula

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