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Bastion

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Great for creative cocktails

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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Executive chef: Josh Habiger

From the OpenTable editors: Part cocktail bar, part fine-dining restaurant, Bastion is where you go for ever-evolving New American tasting menus from James Beard-nominated chef Josh Habiger. Settle into the intimate, 24-seat space to feast on playful dishes starring oysters, caviar, and potato mochi topped with shaved bonito. Add in top-notch cocktails, and it’s easy to see why Eater Nashville named it 2023’s Restaurant of the Year.

Additional information

Location
434 Houston St, Nashville, TN 37203-4872
Phone number
(615) 490-8434
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Modern European, Global, International
Hours of operation
Restaurant Hours Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Big Bar Hours Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We have our very own paid parking lot kitty-corner to the bar, on the southeast corner of Houston and Pillow Streets. Pay first and we will validate inside. Street parking is also available throughout the neighborhood.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

Uses For Obsession : Ben Shewry @ Bastion
$25.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 30, 2025 only
3:00 PM
Join us for a conversation between Jane Lopes and Attica's Ben Shewry, in celebration of his new book, Uses For Obsession. The 2 hour event will feature Attica Nachos, some Aussie Drink specials, and Ben playing some of his favorite records. Ticket price includes admission and a copy of Ben Shewry's book "Uses For Obsession."

What 77 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Nashville
Best Overall
Nashville
Best Food
Nashville
Best Service
Nashville
Best Ambiance
Nashville
Best Value
Nashville
Innovative
Nashville
Great for fine wines
Nashville
Good for special occasions
Nashville
Contemporary American
Nashville
Best Overall
Nashville
Best Food
Nashville
Best Service
Nashville
Best Ambiance
Nashville
Best Value
Nashville
Innovative
Nashville
Great for fine wines
Nashville
Good for special occasions
Nashville
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bastion offers a "culinary delight" with its thoughtful dishes, impeccable "wine pairings" and cocktails, and inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the "intimate and welcoming" vibe and the chance to interact with knowledgeable chefs. This Nashville gem promises a "unique and delicious dining experience" that many say is "the best" in town.

77 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely amazing. Food, wine, the entire staff - all incredible.
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Dan VIP
New Orleans30 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience…each course is carefully crafted with creative approach to the traditional restaurant.
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john
Western NC1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you have to opportunity to go here, do it. One of the best experiences I’ve had in my time enjoying the finer things in life
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Mark
Detroit5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely wonderful experience! Top notch in every regard. Incredible attention to detail. Will definitely be back!
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Lauren
Nashville5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience on every level. Only regret is that we hadn’t been to Bastion soon. Every course from start to finish was on point starting with the raw oyster. Service was exceptional. I loved the touch of continuing our experience to the bar after dinner for a night cap.
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FoodieOnTheProwl VIP
Nashville18 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bastion is always a culinary delight. Every dish is thoughtful and delicious. The wine pairings and cocktails are perfection. The team is welcoming, making the experience special in every way.
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Trevor
Nashville6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were both amazing. Each meal was served by one of the chefs and explained very well. The wine pairings were spot on and made for a really delicious evening. Good music was playing at an appropriate volume and the atmosphere was intimate and welcoming.
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Katie
Hawaii11 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food!!! Cool vibe. Loved the tasting menu. Also did wine pairing which was a good value.
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Kevin
Hawaii6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is truly worth the trip. Cool setting, fun and interesting food, expert service and unique cocktails. I promise you I will be back with my family to show them a really special dining experience. Thanks to Chris and the rest of the staff at Bastion for making my first visit there one to remember. Cheers!!
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Matt
Nashville1 review
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always an amazing experience. Food and service is top notch. The interaction with the chefs during service makes it more of an event and less a “meal”.
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FAQs

Bastion is rated 4.9 stars by 77 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

434 Houston St, Nashville, TN 37203-4872

Additional information

Phone number
(615) 490-8434
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Modern European, Global, International
Hours of operation
Restaurant Hours Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Big Bar Hours Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We have our very own paid parking lot kitty-corner to the bar, on the southeast corner of Houston and Pillow Streets. Pay first and we will validate inside. Street parking is also available throughout the neighborhood.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Bastion

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Uses For Obsession : Ben Shewry @ Bastion

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What 77 people are saying

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