Best Seasonal Restaurants in Donelson

69 restaurants available nearby

1. Peninsula

4.9

Exceptional(150)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • East Nashville

Booked 8 times today

Located in the heart of East Nashville, Peninsula serves up sharable plates, old world wines, and Spanish style gin and tonics in an inviting and intimate space. James Beard nominated Chef Jake Howell's menu focuses on sustainable, local ingredients and features seasonal, creative dishes influenced by the Iberian Peninsula. Guests are encouraged to sample the flavors of Spain, Portugal and France while enjoying the rustic, yet modern surrounds.

2. Lyra - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(70)

Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • East Nashville

Booked 8 times today

A Unique take on Middle Eastern FoodLyra is a blend of old world flavors and spices infused with modern techniques. At the heart of Lyra is our wood burning oven where freshly baked pita is ready to be dipped in to our famous hummus. Enjoy a seasonal menu full of flavors and dishes for everyone to enjoy.

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3. Rainforest Cafe - Opry Mills

4.3

Awesome(1004)

Price: Moderate

• American • Donelson

Booked 145 times today

You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village (opens at 10 AM daily)CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

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4. The Cafe at Waymore's

4.3

Awesome(8)

Price: Moderate

• American • East Nashville

Booked 2 times today

Located on the ground floor of Waymore’s Guest House, the hotel's café, bar and lounge are open 7 days a week for long hangs & tall tales. Helmed by executive chef Daniel Gorman, the menu features Southern diner-inspired dishes with East Nash vibes, bar snacks, barista counter service and daily happy hour, with a list of classic cocktails, wine and local beers. Guests can enjoy a relaxed hang in the café, at the bar, in the hotel's comfortable lounge area or outside on the seasonally-open terrace.

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5. The Nashville Taphouse

4.3

Awesome(117)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Larkwood

Booked 1 time today

Open for dinner. This integrated sports and entertainment venue provides plenty of energy, with high quality food and beverage offerings. The casual, cool and contemporary decor is anchored by a state of the art audio visual program with over 30 LED TV's including a 14' LED screen. The bar displays dramatic merchandising with vibrant back lit artistic images of sports in motion. Music ranges from classic rock to modern country. We are in Music City USA! A huge selection of local draft beers and fun, creative and unique food is sure to please all. The core menu features an enhanced American grill and sports bar menu that holds a broader appeal for a variety of today's diners. The menu features entree salads, bbq baby back ribs, fish tacos, a classic bacon cheeseburger, miso glazed salmon, grilled bone-in rib-eye, and a house smoked chicken that is second to none! The beverage list is anchored by an impressive collection of 50 different beers and many cocktails.

6. Chopper

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Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • East Nashville

Welcome to CHOPPER, a robot-fueled tiki bar nestled in the heart of East Nashville. Since 2019, we’ve been blending fresh ingredients and top-tier spirits to take you to Island X—our tropical paradise. Enjoy a seasonal cocktail, a tiki classic, or one of our signature drinks while exploring the fusion of tiki culture and cutting-edge mixology. Hungry? Indulge in Mexican fare from the award-winning Maiz de la Vida food truck.At CHOPPER, we’re passionate about what we do and can’t wait to share it with you. Cheers!The CHOPPER Research Lab is dedicated to documenting the mysterious robot culture of Island X, a remote island discovered by Hiram Kneesch during his Pacific Ocean voyage. Our findings are still unfolding, and we invite you to experience our progress through inventive drinks and festive vibes.

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7. The Optimist - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(2990)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Germantown

Booked 46 times today

The Optimist transports landlocked Tennesseans to the coast for super-fresh, sustainably sourced seafood. Our menu weaves together classic and modern seafood favorites, cocktails of the season complement the fare, and an extensive outdoor patio and “game” area complete the full experience.

8. Pinewood Social

4.5

Awesome(188)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 32 times today

Pinewood Social is a vibrant restaurant nestled in downtown Nashville's historic Trolley Barns at 33 Peabody Street. We pride ourselves on serving modern American cuisine infused with Southern flavors, offering a delightful range of breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner options. Our diverse beverage program delivers everything from craft cocktails, draft and packaged beer, and wines by the glass and bottle. We also have a Crema Coffee outpost here in our Livingroom area serving some of the best coffee in Nashville.At Pinewood Social, we offer a distinctive array of entertainment options, featuring six beautifully restored bowling lanes, two inviting splash pools, and a charming bocce court. Our goal is to create a one-of-a-kind dining experience where delicious food, exceptional drinks, and lively entertainment seamlessly merge to delight our guests.

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9. Eddie V's - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(3235)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 65 times today

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

10. Henrietta Red

4.8

Exceptional(156)

Price: Expensive

• American • Germantown

Booked 21 times today

Located in Nashville's Germantown neighborhood, Henrietta Red is an acclaimed oyster bar and restaurant. It boasts a welcoming barroom, spacious dining room, oyster bar, and a temperature-controlled, enclosed patio.Henrietta Red’s approach to dining centers on fresh, seasonal dishes intended for sharing, fostering an inviting atmosphere ideal for meals with familiar and new friends. Our menu highlights local TN produce and responsibly sourced seafood, offering an extensive variety of oysters from coast to coast. Henrietta Red was named one of America’s 50 Best New Restaurants by Bon Appétit, one of GQ’s Best New Restaurants in America, and a James Beard Foundation Awards Semifinalist for Best New Restaurant in 2018. Chef Julia has been recognized as one of the Best Young Chefs in America by Robb Report and as one of Food & Wine Magazine’s Best New Chefs in 2018. She was also a 2019 semifinalist and 2020 Nominee for Best Chef: Southeast by the James Beard Foundation Awards.

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Erica
Atlanta Metro •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food and even better service! Jed was phenomenal at speaking to the menu and the love put into every dish or drink. One of our favorite meals and dining experiences.
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Lyra - NashvillePrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• East Nashville
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4.8
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Kate
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Dinner was artistic perfection! They are constantly reinventing their octopus dish, and it is always one of my favorite dishes. Also a must is the broth, with complex flavors. The lighting’s warm glow on one of the longest nights of the year was so cozy and intimate.
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PeninsulaPrice: Expensive• Modern European• East Nashville
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4.9
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Jennifer
East Tennessee •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was wonderful! We got sat right away at a beautiful table looking at a fish tank and a great view of the whole room! Food was fantastic and our waitress was great and attentive. What else could you ask for nowadays? Thanks!
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Rainforest Cafe - Opry MillsPrice: Moderate• American• Donelson
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4.3
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Judith
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
Great experience! Highly recommend! Very accommodating for our party of 8 through opentable. Restaurant walked me through how to book two separate reservations because you can only book up to 4 people through the app. We were seated all together.
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The Cafe at Waymore'sPrice: Moderate• American• East Nashville
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4.3
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DannyVIP
Nashville •34 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 24, 2024
Joined some business associates for a morning breakfast meeting. Budget was fresh. Love the made to order omelets and waffles.
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The Nashville TaphousePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Larkwood
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4.3

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69 restaurants available nearby

1. Peninsula

2. Lyra - Nashville

3. Rainforest Cafe - Opry Mills

4. The Cafe at Waymore's

5. The Nashville Taphouse

6. Chopper

7. The Optimist - Nashville

8. Pinewood Social

9. Eddie V's - Nashville

10. Henrietta Red

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