Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Nashville

OpenTable

Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are great for outdoor dining 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!

The Henry - Nashville

4.8

4.8 (235)

$30 and under

American

Belmont / Hillsboro

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Top review

JulieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Food, atmosphere and service was spectacular!! Can't wait to come back!!

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Valentine's Day at The Henry

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New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menu

Ophelia's Pizza + Bar - Nashville

4.7

4.7 (446)

$31 to $50

Pizza Bar

Downtown / Sobro

About the restaurant

The newest dining experience from the 5th Street Group in Downtown Nashville just steps away from sister restaurant, Church and Union. Ophelia's Nashville offers signature pizza pies, classic Italian entrée's, specialty cocktails and one of a kind dessert experiences.

Top review

Lindsay

Dined 2 days ago

Great team and even better food. Our team enjoyed the space, the selections and the very large portions. Great option for a team lunch or an intimate dinner.

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Kokomo Trading Company

4.7

4.7 (126)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Franklin

About the restaurant

Island inspired, music city infused. Kokomo Trading Company is a fusion of delicious chef-created cuisine, extraordinary beverages, and exceptional live music. Familiar and exotic flavors that satisfy and immerse our guests in an atmosphere of warmth, relaxation, adventure and the Spirit of community.

Executive chef and one of three owners, David Morrow, was born and raised on the Emerald island of Ireland. David was recognized early on for his outstanding ability in the Culinary Arts. He was eventually recruited and trained by Irish Celebrity Chef and television personality, Neven Maguire, at the world famous MacNean House. Chef Morrow brings his passion for excellence in food along with years of experience and love for agriculture, farming, producing and sourcing only the finest, nutrient rich products.

Top review

Jessica

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Loved my experience here! They have great service and high quality food. The food was flavorful and delicious without sacrificing quality. It has a fun atmosphere, perfect for date night or a night out with friends. I got the salmon and my husband got the lobster pasta, both were excellent. We got the brownie for dessert (gluten free) and it was delicious.

Blue Sushi Sake Grill - McEwen Northside

4.7

4.7 (243)

$30 and under

Sushi

Franklin

About the restaurant

Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

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Gary

Dined 1 day ago

Very enjoyable meal. Love their creative sushi recipes. Only complaint was the way too loud thumping bass music the entire time time. Perhaps okay with others , but made it hard to carry on a conversation.

Big Machine Distillery & Tavern

4.5

4.5 (137)

$30 and under

American

Berry Hill

About the restaurant

Please visit https://www.bigmachinevodka.com/reserve, for parties of 7 or more.

***Reservations for brunch are $25.00 per person, for parties of 7+.

Brunch and Bottomless Vimosas/ Bloody Mary Saturday & Sundays only from 10:00am-3:00pm.

2021, 2022, and 2023 OpenTable Diner's Choice Award Winner!

Top review

Becki

Dined on Jan 1, 2025

Excellent experience. Staff was great. Food & drinks were priced well and really good.

Ichigo Ichie

4.5

4.5 (213)

$30 and under

Asian

Music Row

About the restaurant

Ichigo Ichie brings Nashville an elevated experience of traditional Japanese cuisine fused with a contemporary touch. Our menu showcases masterfully crafted signature rolls, special nigiri, sashimi, and chef's specials featuring the freshest fish sourced directly from Japan. Heighten your dining experience with our innovative signature cocktails, or journey into our extensive sake selection. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of our dining room, where the nod to Japanese tradition comes to life. At Ichigo Ichie, being our guest means sharing in our commitment to honoring each moment you choose to celebrate with us.

**We offer complimentary parking with validation at the Aertson Midtown garage.
(Located on the corner of 21st Avenue South and Broadway)

Please contact the restaurant for private dining inquiries.

Top review

Kay

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

Great service and free parking in Nashville is a big win. Also Midtown location, a plus for local residents. Dumpling appetiser was delicious. I had an Alsace wine and my friend had a Moscow mule, both great. Sushi was presented beautifully and delicious. Will be going back.

True Food Kitchen - Nashville

4.4

4.4 (2101)

$30 and under

American

Green Hills

About the restaurant

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Nashville for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located in Nashville attached to Vertis Green Hills apartments at Richard Jones Road and Hillsboro Pike, near Corepower Yoga and The Set Studio. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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Nathan

Dined on Jan 1, 2025

Outstanding food and service! Plenty of healthy, tasty, and gluten free options for my wife. We will be back.

Mercado by Butchertown

4.4

4.4 (98)

$31 to $50

Regional Mexican (Baja Med)

South Nashville

About the restaurant

Welcome to Mercado by Butchertown, nestled in the heart of Nashville's Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood.

We are a Raw Bar + Grill, serving the freshest oysters, seafoods, steaks, and Baja-influenced Mexican fare.

Visit our rooftop bar, Ramone’s Oyster Bar and Citrus Club, with spectacular views and the coolest biodynamic wine list, amazing margaritas, and of course, the cutest little oyster bar in Nashville.

Top review

RebeccaVIP

Dined on Dec 29, 2024

This was our first visit to Mercado. Awesome experience! We can't wait to go back!

The Rux

4.1

4.1 (48)

$30 and under

Global, International

North Nashville

About the restaurant

Now open!
The Rux offers an elevated experience (and not just because we’re on the roof) with a healthy dose of southern sensibility. Here, refined meets unwind in a way that makes each visit feel special without getting stuffy. The Rux is a gorgeous, special occasion-worthy escape, even when that special occasion is “it’s Tuesday.” Feeling at home even while you’re being a little fancy is our sweet spot. This approachability coupled with an appreciation for the finer things is what sets us apart. We’re sneakers with a slip dress. Fried chicken and a French 75. Stylish? Extremely. Pretentious? Never. So, bring your friends, order something strong, and settle in for an unforgettable night high above Nashville.

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Angelina

Dined on Dec 15, 2024

The food was amazing! We were the only ones there at 8pm on a Saturday night. So definitely low key but really good food

Denim

4.0

4 (79)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown / Sobro

About the restaurant

Denim is currently closed for the season. We look forward to welcoming you back in Spring 2025!

Sip creative signature cocktails, cool off with frozen favorites, or chill with a zero proof pour - all paired with stunning rooftop views of Nashville from Denim's perch 21 stories above the city—an elevation matched only by its level of service, epitomized by the best of Southern hospitality.

The Joseph's rooftop bar, Denim, features indoor or outdoor seating and Chef de Cuisine Shane Midnight's all-day menu of shareable and craveable dishes, such as Crispy Glazed Pork Belly, Manchego-Herb Tater Tots, fresh salads, and crispy pizzas. Finish with seasonal treats from our award-winning pastry team.

Stylishly designed with towering walls of salvaged denim, neon poetry, endless black marble, chic poolside cabanas, and a lush living green wall, Denim is a rooftop bar for locals and travelers looking to escape the usual and slip into comfortable luxury. Denim is open spring through fall.

Top review

MichaelVIP

Dined on Oct 27, 2024

The fondue experience was fun. The cheese was delicious. The group liked the special theme drink menu. Gracen did an excellent job serving us that evening and helped make it a great birthday.

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