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Chauhan Ale & Masala House, Nashville, TN
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Chauhan Ale & Masala House

$30 and under
Indian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 82 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
Spice it up at Chauhan! Devoted to creating a unique dining experience in Nashville’s bustling food scene, Chauhan Ale & Masala House is the highly lauded Indian restaurant from celebrity chef and TV personality Maneet Chauhan. Her Indian roots, zest for travel and affection for Southern cuisine have beautifully collided at Chauhan to offer a menu featuring globally-influenced Indian cuisine that highlights aspects of the culinary scene in India as well as Nashville, perfectly combining Indian fare with traditional Southern dishes. For locals, put Chauhan in your restaurant rotation. For tourists, no trip is complete without a visit to Chauhan. We're open 7 days a week for dinner and Brunch. We also have the perfect spot for hosting group events in our private dining room. From business lunches and corporate dinners to family gatherings and birthday celebrations, we have you covered! *For parties of 7 or more, please call for reservations.

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Executive chef: Chef Owner Maneet Chauhan

From the OpenTable editors: Chauhan Ale & Masala House is acclaimed James Beard Award winner and celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan’s flagship Nashville restaurant. The two-time "Tournament of Champions" winner serves a fusion of Indian favorites and Southern comforts, like tandoori shrimp and grits or lamb keema nachos. Brunch is also a favorite for sweet dosa pancakes in the old brick building filled with colorful curtains and floral garlands.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (615) 242-8426
  • Website
    http://www.chauhannashville.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Let us bring your bring your favorite Chauhan food to you! We offer office lunch catering with menus starting at $16 per person. You can place an order through the inquiry form on our website: chauhannashville.com or you can email us: events@chauhannashville.com. We can also create custom menus for evening events and wedding receptions!
  • Private party facilities
    Whether hosting a corporate dinner or celebrating a special occasion with family and friends, Chauhan Ale & Masala House can accommodate all of your private dining needs. We have options for private & semi-private lunch, dinner and brunch with custom prix fixe menus featuring a delicious selection of our most popular items!
  • Private party contact
    Stacey Wilson: (855) 382-0548
  • Location
    123 12th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203
  • Neighborhood
    The Gulch & North Gulch
  • Cross street
    Grundy
  • Parking details
    Street Parking is limited but we have partnered with Whole Foods located on 12th & Broadway. Bring your parking ticket in with you and we will validate it. The rate with validation is $12 for the first 3 hours.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Whipped Paneer and Naan$18.00

    roasted honey, chives, fresh baked naan

    • Nashville Hot Cauliflower or Chicken Pakoras$15.00

      cauliflower or chicken, chow chow, ghost pepper aoili, raita ranch

      • Keema Papadi Nachos$17.00

        spicy pork keema, papadi chips, tamarind chutney, provel, cucumber, tomato, onion, lemon yogurt

        • Watermelon Chaat$14.00

          watermelon, roasted cumin, coconut, lime, ginger, passion fruit pearls

          • Calamari Sixty - Five$18.00

            Chauhan 65 spices, lemon aioli

            • Tandoori Chicken or Paneer Poutine$18.00

              Tandoori chicken, makhani sauce, cheese curds, masala fries. Sub paneer for veg option

              • Cremini Mushroom Toast$15.00

                tandoori roasted cremini mushrooms, garlic whipped paneer, masala sour dough

                • Gol Guppa Shots$12.00

                  semolina puffs, black garbanzo, potato, mint cilantro water

                  • Goan Curry Mussels*$21.00

                    spicy coconut curry, grilled lime, grilled sourdough bread

                    Desi Indian Fare

                    Design your own dish, choose from one signature or classic protein and one curry. Served with freshly steamed basmati rice

                      Maneet's Signature*

                      • Bistro Steak

                        • 8oz$36.00

                      • Catch of the Day

                        • MP

                      • Braised Pork Shank$32.00

                        • Tamarind Lamb Chops

                          • 12oz$42.00

                        • Paneer Napoleon$28.00

                          Classic

                          • Chicken$25.00

                            • Masala Braised Lamb$26.00

                              • Tandoori Roasted Shrimp$26.00

                                • Paneer Cheese$22.00

                                  • Local Farm Vegetables$19.00

                                    Choose Your Curry

                                    • Tikka Masala

                                      +$2. Rich labor of love, tomato cream sauce

                                      • Saag

                                        +$2. Fresh green creamed spinach sauce

                                        • Moilee

                                          quintessential southern indian coconut milk curry

                                          • Korma

                                            +$2. Liquid gold saffron cashew sauce

                                            • Bhunna

                                              bold flavor, classic tomato onion curry

                                              • Vindaloo

                                                spicy tomato with chilis and vinegar

                                                Featured Item

                                                • Tournament of Champions Thali$68.00

                                                  16oz tandoor roasted ribeye, saag mac and cheese, veg of the day, daal, garlic achaar. Suggested wine pairing: Zinfandel, Dry Creek $15/$48

                                                  Breads

                                                  • Braised Beef French Onion Naan$12.00

                                                    • Garlic Parmesan Naan$6.00

                                                      • Naan$5.00

                                                        • Chili Cheese Kulcha$7.00

                                                          • Papadum$4.00

                                                            • Whole Wheat Tandoori Roti$5.00

                                                              Signature Sides

                                                              • Saag Mac and Cheese$12.00

                                                                • Brussel Sprouts$14.00

                                                                  • Vegetable of the Day$8.00

                                                                    • Daal of the Day$8.00

                                                                      • Spicy Quinoa$8.00

                                                                        • Korma Aloo Gratin$12.00

                                                                          Extras

                                                                          • Trio of Chutney$6.00

                                                                            • Raita$4.00

                                                                              • Desi Salad$4.00

                                                                                • Protein$7.00

                                                                                  Last updated: October 2, 2022

                                                                                  What 5,587 people are saying

                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                  4.8
                                                                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                                  • 4.8Service
                                                                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                  • 4.5Value

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                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                  Chauhan Ale & Masala House offers an unforgettable dining experience with "amazing food and drinks," featuring flavorful fusion dishes like the "chicken tikka poutine" and "TOC Tiffin." The ambiance is lively yet intimate, and the "service is exceptional." This Nashville favorite is perfect for special occasions and fans of Chef Maneet Chauhan.

                                                                                  5,587 Reviews

                                                                                  1. Meghan

                                                                                    Louisville

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    The ginger shrimp with the coconut curry sauce was delicious and so was the lamb vindaloo. The garlic parm Naan was also very tasty! Looking forward to eating my left overs and trying the recipes in Chef Maneet's book.

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                                                                                  2. Joseph

                                                                                    Nashville

                                                                                    55 reviews

                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    55 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                    The meal was very good. I had not been here in about a year and I was happy to see the food was still very good. Try some of the different items on the menu and ask about the heat level in advance. Highly recommend.

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                                                                                  3. Bookie

                                                                                    Chicago

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Everything tasted delicious, downfall was the chicken kabob was not fully cooked, but they handled it professionally.

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                                                                                  4. Monica

                                                                                    Sacramento

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Great food and ambience. I’d highly recommend a stop at this restaurant while visiting Nashville.

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                                                                                  5. Amelia

                                                                                    Nashville

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    We had dinner on Christmas Eve and it was fabulous, the food was as delicious as expected and my daughter has severe food allergies. We initially had trouble determining what she could eat because it was to mango and nutmeg but the server and the chef worked very well with determining what she could eat. They went above and beyond. I loved the braised lamb with Korba Masala. If you’re a drinker, I highly recommend the Horse with No Name drink. Will definitely return again and highly recommend.

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                                                                                  6. Geoff

                                                                                    Nashville

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    I’ve eaten here every few months since it opened. This place is consistently freaking amazing. Well deserved beard award. The Indian-southern-american mashup’s are excellent. Poutine, saag mac & cheese should not be missed. The menu is simple and allows you to basically combine any protein or veggie with any sauce. The ambience is comfy. I’ve brought groups and dates here. The bar is interesting, with a nice selection of mock tails and cocktails.  This area of the Gulch is nice not as busy and chaotic as down by division. Pins is not one block down so perfect date night spot.  thanks for giving us another amazing Indian place in Nashville!

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                                                                                  7. Emily

                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    One of the best meals we’ve had in Tennessee since moving here years ago. Maybe the best? We’ve been looking to visit for a while and this met and exceeded all expectations! Amazing food that wasn’t going to break our bank!

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                                                                                  8. Stacy

                                                                                    Orlando

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on December 21, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    One of the best dining experiences in town. The service was top notch, and the food amazing!

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                                                                                  9. Lauren

                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                    Chicago

                                                                                    29 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    29 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on December 21, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                    Food and service great as always! We wished the lights were dimmer for that time of night for a more intimate atmosphere.
                                                                                    Chauhan Ale & Masala HouseResponded on December 21, 2024
                                                                                    Hi Lauren, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience at Chauhan Ale & Masala House. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We're always looking to create a better atmosphere for our guests, so we appreciate your suggestion about dimmer lighting during the evening. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great experience!

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                                                                                  10. Nancy

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on December 20, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    Great experience at Chauhan during our trip to Nashville. Love Maneet, and love her food! She truly is the Spice Queen! Our server, Noah, was a pleasure to work with. One thing we ordered was a "flight" of their sauces. This was a tray with samples of the 7 sauces on their menu, and came with a bread product to dip in them. I would highly recommend this. There were some sauces we had never tasted before, and it was so helpful to try them all before deciding on our entrees.

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                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                  Chauhan Ale & Masala House offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Chauhan Ale & Masala House also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (615) 242-8426.

                                                                                  Chauhan Ale & Masala House is rated 4.8 stars by 5587 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                  7:00 PM
                                                                                  Booked 82 times today

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                                                                                  Google Map for Chauhan Ale & Masala House

                                                                                  123 12th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203

                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                  • Cross street
                                                                                    Grundy
                                                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                                                    The Gulch & North Gulch
                                                                                  • Hours of operation
                                                                                    Brunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                    $30 and under
                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                    Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Gastro Pub
                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                    Casual Elegant
                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                    Smart Casual
                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                    Street Parking is limited but we have partnered with Whole Foods located on 12th & Broadway. Bring your parking ticket in with you and we will validate it. The rate with validation is $12 for the first 3 hours.
                                                                                  • Payment options
                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                    http://www.chauhannashville.com/
                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                    (615) 242-8426
                                                                                  • Catering
                                                                                    Let us bring your bring your favorite Chauhan food to you! We offer office lunch catering with menus starting at $16 per person. You can place an order through the inquiry form on our website: chauhannashville.com or you can email us: events@chauhannashville.com. We can also create custom menus for evening events and wedding receptions!
                                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                                    Whether hosting a corporate dinner or celebrating a special occasion with family and friends, Chauhan Ale & Masala House can accommodate all of your private dining needs. We have options for private & semi-private lunch, dinner and brunch with custom prix fixe menus featuring a delicious selection of our most popular items!
                                                                                  • Private party contact
                                                                                    Stacey Wilson: (855) 382-0548

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