Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Nashville

14 restaurants available nearby

1. The Chef and I

4.6

Exceptional(3022)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Music Row

Booked 8 times today

Lunch at "The Chef and I" is packed full of flavor. Located in our "Backstage" area downstairs in a casual atmosphere, sit where you can see what's happening in our kitchen. Enjoy popular items like the smash burger melt, hot fish sandwich and roma crunch salad or indulge in the chef's favorites of marinated salmon and green chile chicken melt. The Chef and I is built on a love story between two people that began 15 years ago in Nashville, Tennessee. We serve innovative cuisine in a fun environment. You can choose to order off the menu or do a chef's tasting any day of the week. A private chef’s table, an interactive show kitchen in addition to regular dining is what you’ll find at The Chef & I Nashville! Caramelized cauliflower, brussels sprouts, burrata and peaches, smoked elk rack, mojo Tennessee trout and black peppercorn steak our some of our current favorites. Farm to table cuisine with local and unique ingredients is what we are known for. Nashville's best!

2. The Catbird Seat

4.8

Exceptional(173)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Music Row

Booked 4 times today

The Catbird Seat is an intimate, chef-driven restaurant and culinary incubator that provides chefs a creative outlet in an interactive and open kitchen setting. With just 20 seats arranged around a U-shaped counter, guests are offered a front-row view of the chefs at work, crafting a 10-12 course tasting menu that evolves with the seasons.Currently led by Chefs Tiffani Ortiz and Andy Doubrava, the menu features a dynamic selection of dishes that emphasize sustainability and innovation. Drawing on ingredients preserved from past seasons, foraged finds, and items from their larder, Ortiz and Doubrava showcase their commitment to creativity, resourcefulness, and a modern approach to sustainable cooking.Since its opening, The Catbird Seat has received numerous accolades, including recognition as one of GQ Magazine’s Best New Restaurants, Bon Appetit’s Best New Restaurants, Wine Enthusiast’s Top 100 Wine Restaurants, and Opinionated About Dining’s Top 100 North American Restaurants.

3. Park Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(1339)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sylvan Park & Sylvan Heights

Booked 17 times today

Park Cafe is one of West Nashville's hidden gems, serving elevated American cuisine in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for nearly twenty-two years. Chef Jeffrey Martin crafts delicious daily specials from local, high-quality ingredients. With a talented kitchen and curated service, Park Cafe is sure to provide an excellent dining experience with local flair. Gluten-free & vegetarian options are available.Whether you're dining on our spacious, peaceful patio, at a high-top in the bar, upstairs in the bungalow, or in one of our main dining rooms, you'll be glad you chose Park Cafe for lunch, brunch or dinner. We can't wait to see you!P.S. Looking to book a private party? Please visit us on our parties page on our website or give us a call. We can't wait to make it special!

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4. Music Row Bar & Grill

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5.0

Exceptional(1)

Price: Moderate

• American • Nashville

Booked 1 time today

At Music Row Bar & Grill, we are committed to providing an inviting, upscale yet relaxed dining experience where culinary excellence meets genuine hospitality. Our dedication to sourcing the finest local and seasonal ingredients ensures that each dish is crafted with creativity, care, and passion. Our goal is to create an environment where guests can come together to savor exceptional food and drinks while enjoying meaningful connections. We aim to exceed expectations by delivering outstanding service and unforgettable flavors, making every visit a celebration of comfort and sophistication. Join us at Music Row Bar & Grill for a dining experience that combines the best of hospitality and culinary artistry.

5. 404 Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(2416)

Price: Expensive

• American • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 18 times today

The 404 Kitchen elevates Southern cooking with fresh, local ingredients and modern European techniques. Chef Matt Bolus curates a menu that reinterprets classic dishes, offering a unique and comforting dining experience in Nashville's Gulch neighborhood.

6. Choy

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4.8

Exceptional(29)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 17 times today

Choy brings nostalgic Chinese American flavors utilizing local Tennessee ingredients by consulting Michelin-Star & James Beard Award Winning Chef Brandon Jew. Our signature Whole Roasted Peking-Style Duck is our crown jewel and is served in ceremony while our dining room boasts grand mid-20th century Shanghai art-deco design that transports you back to the Golden Age era.

7. Evelyn's

4.4

Awesome(157)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 12 times today

Evelyn’s is a love letter to classic Americana — a dining experience that evokes nostalgia while capturing the art of modern cuisine. With dishes as aesthetically pleasing as they are delectable, the seasonal menu is infused with flavors of the South and highlights bountiful local ingredients. An art-filled oasis with a retro, cosmopolitan-like vibe, Evelyn’s offers something for everyone. Whether meeting for a business breakfast, catching up over an Instagram-worthy brunch, or celebrating a sophisticated dinner on the town, Evelyn's is the newest all-occasion destination in the lively West End neighborhood.

8. The Farm House

4.7

Exceptional(2405)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 8 times today

We are a southern Restaurant & Bar (Best Happy Hour in Nashville) with a touch of Italian. Chefs Trey Cioccia & Robert Compton have been working side by side for 17 years. We are located directly across the street from the Schermerhorn and one block from the Bridgestone Arena, Country Music Hall of Fame, and the Ascend Amphitheater. We are a casual laid back restaurant, with a bar that makes y'all feel at home. We have Happy Hour every day (at the bar) and valet parking on Fridays and Saturdays. If you wake up hungry on the weekend, we serve Brunch and all you need to drink Mimosa's

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9. Valentino's Ristorante

4.9

Exceptional(1994)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Midtown

Booked 5 times today

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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10. The Study at Nashville City Club

5.0

Exceptional(5)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Sobro

*Read below for special event detailsThe Nashville City Club has moved to 200 2nd Avenue South, Nashville TN 37201 (corner of 2nd and Demonbreun). 1st Floor - The Study Bar (open to the public); 2nd Floor - private event spaces seating up to 200 people and 250 cocktail reception; 3rd Floor - Members Dining Floor (private, members only). Join us in The Frozen Study for handcrafted cocktails, full wine and beer list, and chef-curated menu of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and entrees. *Call for bookings over 4 people (615)244-3693

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Emma
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Really happy to find a risotto that isn’t mushroom based. It was a little sweet for my taste, but still delicious. The corn bread is a must. Too stuffed for desserts!
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404 KitchenPrice: Expensive• American• The Gulch & North Gulch
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4.6
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Kristin
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Incredible experience! From the moment we walked in we were greeted by friendly smiles and warmth. We stopped by for happy hour drinks and desserts and were not disappointed!
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Park CafePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Sylvan Park & Sylvan Heights
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4.7
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Shelley
Houston •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Extraordinary in the very best way. Each course a single (or maybe two) bite of wonder. The only bobble we had was a misstep re a dairy request which was quickly offered a redo. Perfect service, nice wine list, intimate setting where conversation is possible. A unique experience that we can’t wait to try again.
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The Catbird SeatPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Music Row
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4.8
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ChristopherEvip
Orlando / Central Florida East •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The 7 course tasting menu was excellent. Since it was a Monday night I got to sit at one of six seats overlooking the line. The chef plated, presented and described each course. It was a true delight.
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The Chef and IPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• Music Row
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4.6
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Debravip
San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 14, 2024
The service was great and the food was wonderful. A good selection of tapas. The prices are reasonable so much so were booked again for next week.
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Music Row Bar & GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Nashville
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14 restaurants available nearby

1. The Chef and I

2. The Catbird Seat

3. Park Cafe

4. Music Row Bar & Grill

5. 404 Kitchen

6. Choy

7. Evelyn's

8. The Farm House

9. Valentino's Ristorante

10. The Study at Nashville City Club

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