Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Nashville

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Updated 05 April 2025

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Kase x Noko

5.0

5 (192)

$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.

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Madisyn VIP

Dined 7 days ago

Overall amazing experience. Would give 5/5 on everything because almost every bite was absolutely amazing.

The Authentique

4.8

4.8 (139)

$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

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Kelly

Dined on 23 Mar 2025

Perfection. The Premium Board was a delicious work of art. Unmatched wine selection. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. We will be back!

Valentino's Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (2053)

$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.

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RonVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great food and service. Sat outside and the ambience was great as well. Will definitely be back.

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4.9

4.9 (93)

$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.

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Cheri

Dined 5 days ago

A wonderful experience! The chefs were fantastic and each tasting a sensory delight. Each person we encountered, chefs, servers, sommelier, bartender were on point and made for a perfect evening.

RH Courtyard Restaurant at RH Nashville

4.8

4.8 (2725)

$31 to $50

American

Green Hills

About the restaurant

The RH Restaurant resides in the grand central garden courtyard of RH Nashville, the Gallery at Green Hills, a 70,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe. Guests dine beneath a glass-and-steel atrium amidst trickling fountains, heritage olive trees and glimmering chandeliers.

For group dining inquiries, please email: nashvillehospitality@rh.com

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Nashville79VIP

Dined 7 days ago

Had a wonderful table with excellent service. They made the lunch very special for my mother and I. She loved it tells everyone how nice it was and the chai tea was amazing. Thank you!

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4.8

4.8 (2041)

$30 and under

Italian

Downtown / Sobro

About the restaurant

Step into a Rat Pack Era Dream at Sinatra Bar & Lounge Located in Nashville's historic Printers Alley, Sinatra Bar & Lounge offers a journey back in time. Experience the elegance of the Rat Pack era, surrounded by memorabilia from Frank Sinatra. As you enter, the warm ambiance welcomes you. The walls showcase photographs and paintings of Sinatra's iconic moments, while his smooth music fills the air, evoking a bygone era of sophistication. Savor a culinary experience that would make Ol' Blue Eyes proud. Our menu features prime steaks, traditional Italian dishes, and Sinatra's personal favorites, all made with the finest ingredients. Pair your meal with a classic cocktail, expertly crafted by our talented bartenders. Whether you enjoy a smooth Manhattan or a refreshing Gin Martini, each sip celebrates the golden age of cocktails. As the night progresses, enjoy live music that captures the spirit of Sinatra's Rat Pack days. Sway to the rhythm, raise a glass, and immerse yourself in timeless elegance and unforgettable memories.

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Jeweliane

Dined 2 days ago

We had the best time here! The live music, the wait staff, and just the overall experience is wonderful!

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Elliston Place Soda Shop

4.7

4.7 (164)

$30 and under

Southern

Midtown

About the restaurant

We’re one part soda shop, one part meat-and-three, and one hundred percent bona fide Southern eatery. We cook each meal fresh from scratch daily, following time-tested recipes and honoring our founder’s meat-and-three legacy. Bring the kids around for a treat, grab lunch with friends, or drop by for a shake and fries. And did we mention the pies?

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Holly

Dined 4 days ago

Food is always yummy and desserts are to die for! Service is always great, too. We love Elliston Place!!!

The Standard at the Smith House

4.9

4.9 (2482)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown / Sobro

About the restaurant

The Standard at The Smith House may very well be the best example of local Nashville flavor and service. The Standard Restaurant has been in operation since 2006 serving upscale Southern specialties complete with a full-service bar. Our townhouse was built in the 1840's and we are honored to be the current stewards of this fascinating work of architecture. We are located in the heart of Downtown Nashville, just blocks from the new Music City Convention Center and the famous Lower Broadway entertainment district. We are proud to offer some of the best steaks in town as well as fresh seafood and other items.

Our beautiful courtyard bar area is available with a dinner reservation for drinks before or after dinner.

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MarkVIP

Dined 1 day ago

My favorite restaurant in Nashville. Something about an independent legacy restaurant where they pay attention to the smallest details. No rush and they accommodated the request to add lobster and jalapenos to the mac and cheese. Service was perfect along with every bite of food. Highly recommended.

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Supper Club - The Twelve Thirty Club

4.8

4.8 (1439)

$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+.

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JessicaVIP

Dined on 11 Apr 2025

Sat at the bar and loved it! Worth every penny and amazing music.

1 Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (149)

$30 and under

Farm-to-table

Downtown / Sobro

About the restaurant

1 Kitchen Nashville serves up fresh, local, and sustainably sourced farm-to-table cuisine.

1 KITCHEN LOUNGE
Open daily 11AM - 10PM
Bar bites menu available until close

1 KITCHEN MAIN DINING ROOM
Daily:
Brunch: 8AM - 2PM
Dinner: 5PM - 9PM

VINYL DJ:
Saturday & Sunday: 10AM - 2PM

*Sunday alcoholic beverages offered after 10AM

*The main dining room will be closed from 2pm-5pm to prepare for dinner service, during this time our Bar Bites menu will be available in the lounge

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JohnVIP

Dined on 13 Apr 2025

Was good but almost empty. Average experience. Nice atmosphere but a hotel.

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