Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Nashville

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best special occasion 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!

Tasting Room

4.9

4.9 (225)

$30 and under

Wine Bar

Smyrna

About the restaurant

In the historic Omni Hut building a new fine dining experience has come to Rutherford County. Enjoy a variety of small bites and luxury wines by the glass in a welcoming environment conducive to small and large parties.

Top review

linda

Dined on Nov 2, 2024

Sad this was our last meal here. Robert is an incredibly talented chef. Avery and Katy are lovely. The food and service were always spot on. We were lucky to have found such a special place. So sorry to know the doors are closing and we can’t come back.

Supper Club - The Twelve Thirty Club

4.8

4.8 (1395)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown / Sobro

About the restaurant

For the best reservations availability, please book through our website at TheTwelveThirtyClub.com or call us.

Unapologetically dapper-as-hell and refreshingly unpretentious. The 400-seat Supper Club at The Twelve Thirty Club delivers on its promise of decadence in sight, sound, taste and feel. Immerse yourself an unforgettable dining experience as undiscovered acts, household names, DJs or an impromptu jam electrifies this incomparable supper club.

Your table will be reserved for 1 hour and 30 minutes for parties of up to 4; and 2 hours for parties of 5+.

Top review

Elizabeth

Dined on Dec 18, 2024

Fun amazing place to go!!! Must order the corn bread, truffle bread, and dumplings!!! Filet was on fire - phenomenal time!

Discover more

Popular dish

10oz Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Lobster Spaghetti "Al Limone"

Popular dish

20oz Ribeye

Harriet's Rooftop

4.7

4.7 (40)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Downtown / Sobro

About the restaurant

Located atop 1 Hotel Nashville on the 19th floor, Harriet's Rooftop offers guests exclusive views of Music City's skyline in an elevated nightlife setting. Please note, Harriet's Rooftop is a 21+ venue. Harriet's lively yet intimate space boasts austere charred wood and lush greenery accents throughout to complement each of the concept's seasonally and sustainably driven offerings. Rooftop-goers will enjoy a collection of bespoke libations and eclectic light bites, coupled with entertainment and curated tableside experiences. Crafted using the finest seasonal ingredients and progressive techniques, the regionally-inspired beverage menu showcases innovative cocktails and beverages that range from refreshing to spirituous.

Top review

LeslieVIP

Dined on Dec 18, 2024

Excellent experience for our party of 28! The staff was exceptional and the food was amazing. Halie and her team created a VIP lounge experience. Everyone commented on how wonderful the event was.

Mere Bulles

4.6

4.6 (5035)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Brentwood

About the restaurant

Mere Bulles offers superb food, outstanding service, and a beautiful setting. With a 'make it happen' attitude, our goal is always to exceed your expectations. Lunch can be in and out or a leisurely meal with important clients. Dinner is there for any special occasion or another perfect evening out.

Mere Bulles reminds you of what was once the grand manor house of Maryland Farms. In Spring and Summer, relax in our bright, cheerful Indoor Patio with its floor to ceiling windows. Surrounded by majestic old maple trees, the outdoor patio is the place to be when the weather permits. In Fall and Winter, cozy up to the fireplace for a great meal in The Living Room. We have eight inviting private dining rooms. which can be booked by phone or E-mail through our friendly and astute Events Staff. Join us for Sunday Brunch 9:30am-1:30pm.

For parties larger than 7, please call the restaurant @ 615-467-1945 or email us at info@merebulles.com

Top review

Jackie

Dined 2 days ago

Food and service was amazing! Ryan our server was fantastic.

Buca di Beppo - Cool Springs

4.6

4.6 (1138)

$30 and under

Italian

Franklin

About the restaurant

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Franklin, TN then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. Check out the Americana Music Association, the Franklin Theatre, and the Carnton Plantation, then head over to Galleria Boulevard to fill up on Franklin, TN's favorite Italian dishes.

Top review

Mike

Dined 1 day ago

Took a group of 9 for dinner on Christmas Eve. Extremely busy as you can imagine. The entire staff was prompt, courteous, and professional during a rush that had to be stressful. The hostess was amazing.!! Highly recommend.

Carne Mare Nashville

4.6

4.6 (1005)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

The Gulch & North Gulch

About the restaurant

Carne Mare is an Italian chophouse by Chef Andrew Carmellini offering prime cuts of steaks, fine seafood, and Italian specialties. The menu by Chef Carmellini and Chef della Cucina Emma Glasrud begins with fine seafood, cocktails, oysters, traditional antipasti, salads and carpaccio. Entrées include housemade pastas, seafood and, of course, the main attraction: prime-aged beef, wagyu and prime rib, served with a selection of steakhouse contorni.

Top review

PamBVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Our 4th Christmas night dinner with Carne Mare! Excellent service and delicious food made our night highly enjoyable!

Discover more

Experience

Chef's Menu at Carne Mare

Café Yolan

4.6

4.6 (46)

$30 and under

American

Downtown / Sobro

About the restaurant

Inspired by The Joseph's family heritage, an Italian espresso bar with house-made pastries creates a buzz of activity each morning, as the bright and airy Café Yolan welcomes guests to fuel their day with enticing signature dishes, such as Pumpkin Pie French Toast, Nashville Hot Chicken Benedict, Short Rib Hash, Eggs in Purgatory, and the popular Brunch Duets with a sweet and savory tasting.

Weekday lunch features vibrant salads, fresh seafood, locally loved sandwiches, pizzas, and specialty dishes, celebrating the Mediterranean coastline – from the French Riviera to Southern Italy – all paired with a selection of wine, local brews, and refreshing cocktails. Specialties include Gnocchi with ricotta and Parmigiano Reggiano; and Pan-Roasted Salmon with butternut squash, parsnip, guanciale and local mushrooms.

In the late afternoon, enjoy signature snacks and our famous sourdough focaccia paired with vibrant cocktails during Aperitivo.

Top review

Tracy

Dined on Nov 28, 2024

Thanksgiving brunch was excellent! Espresso martinis were very good. Hot coffees was good too. Highly recommend the pastries. Good was good value for the price. Will go again for dinner service.

Discover more

Experience

New Year’s Day Brunch

Commons Club Kitchen and Bar

4.4

4.4 (252)

$30 and under

Southern

Midtown

About the restaurant

Serving as the social epicenter of Virgin Hotels Nashville, Commons Club offers an interactive experience with three distinct spaces inviting locals and hotel guests alike to eat, drink and explore Music Row. The Kitchen boasts an open-style kitchen concept and dining room including an exclusive chef’s table. Guests can enjoy an elevated mix of small plates, craveable entrées and sides available for breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner. The Bar offers thoughtfully crafted cocktails, a curated wine selection and a menu of bites. Adjacent to the bar is The Shag Room, a swanky space with a southern twist that features wrap-around tiered seating and a fringe ceiling installation evoking an enjoyable setting for both travelers and locals.

Top review

Marcus

Dined on Nov 17, 2024

“An absolute gem in downtown Nashville! The ambiance is unmatched—chic, cozy, and perfect for any occasion. The attention to detail in the decor creates a vibe that’s both luxurious and welcoming. Excellent service and a fantastic selection of drinks make this lounge a must-visit. Can’t wait to return!”

Discover more

Experience

Recovery Brunch

Four Walls

4.3

4.3 (58)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Downtown / Sobro

About the restaurant

Tucked away within The Joseph Nashville, Four Walls is an intimate cocktail bar for the knowing. Holding the tension between elegance and edge, a visceral experience of unexpected textures awaits. Hide on the wall. Fringe in the air. Fizz. Marble. Leather. Experience a celebration of the classic cowboy culture of the American West through an Italian lens with an artfully crafted selection of signature cocktails, negronis, and forgotten classics. Indulge and be sated... at last.

Top review

BradleyVIP

Dined on Nov 21, 2024

Superb quite cool bar. Place you should see to believe. Awesome bourbon selection.

P.F. Chang's - Nashville

3.7

3.7 (116)

$30 and under

Chinese

Midtown

About the restaurant

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

Top review

MarkVIP

Dined 5 days ago

PF Chang’s has reinvented itself. The new menu has so many good options and the quality of the food is outstanding. The staff was very friendly and engaged. They also have managed to keep the cost reasonable that has been such a challenge the last few years.

Explore Diners' Choice best of Nashville

Explore more Diners' Choice lists