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DeLuca, Nashville, TN

DeLuca

4.5
4.5
125 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
Eat like a local. In Rome.

DeLuca serves delicious, authentic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. With passionate
attention to detail, always the freshest ingredients, and modern translations of old-world
family recipes, we make every meal a memorable experience.

Chef Rosario will indulge you in a sensory journey throughout Italy with his signature
pastas, exclusive appetizers and formidable entrees. To complete the experience, be
sure to taste his homemade, mouthwatering desserts and gelato! This will take you right
back into the streets of Rome, walking through thousands of years of history.

Our new lounge will offer you an array of exclusive wines and inspired craft cocktails,
made just for you. The dining room will set the mood for an outstanding experience
attentive to the smallest detail.

Located in the heart of Belle Meade on White Bridge Road.
Our upscale atmosphere welcomes everyone with a
smart casual dress code. Please no hats, open toe shoes or tank tops on gentlemen.


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Fine cuts, Fish
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (615) 352-0555
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Rosario DeLuca
  • Catering
    Not Available
  • Private party facilities
    Restaurant and lounge can be rented for a fee of $20,000 including food & drinks. Maximum guests up to 80 Live Music can be provided for an additional fee of $1000 for 3 hours event. Venue can be booked in its entirety for lunch not partial. For inquiries, please write to: angelo@delucanashville.com
  • Private party contact
    Angelo Ferrante: (615) 352-0555
  • Neighborhood
    Hillwood / White Bridge
  • Cross street
    Whitebridge Rd & Post Rd.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Feast Of The 7 Fishes

    $250.00 - $400.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    8:30 PM
    Celebrate New Year's Eve Italian-Style at DeLuca with the Feast of the Seven Fishes DeLuca, Nashville authentic Italian restaurant, is ringing in the New Year with the exquisite Feast of the Seven Fishes. This cherished Italian tradition showcases the finest seafood in a festive and indulgent dining experience, offering a uniquely curated menu for a memorable celebration: Sea Bass Carpaccio Octopus Salad Sauteed of Mussels Risotto Gamberi, Zucchine Fettuccine Tonno & Pomodorini

What 125 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Great for fine wines

  • Nashville

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Nashville

    Great for fine wines

  • Nashville

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
DeLuca offers an authentic Italian dining experience in Nashville, blending elevated cuisine with exceptional service. Guests praise the "wonderful food" and "outstanding service," highlighting dishes like the salt-encrusted sea bass and homemade pasta. While some note the high prices, the quality and ambiance make it a "hidden gem" worth visiting.

125 Reviews
  1. Mike

    Nashville

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unfortunately our experience was not what the majority of the reviewers have experienced. The lasagna was very dry. The veal was excellent. The calamari was served with no sauce. Never been anywhere that you had to pay an extra $3 for a small bowl of marinara sauce. No bread which is different from most Italian restaurants. The side of bolognese pasta was less than a cup full for $11. Tiramisu was fair and served in a cup. The service was excellent. Very attentive without being hovering. Excellent atmosphere. The overall quality and portion size of the good for the cost was not appropriate. Won't be back.
    DeLucaResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Mike, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at DeLuca. We strive to deliver the best food and service, and we're disappointed to hear that our lasagna, didn't meet your expectations. We also acknowledge your feedback regarding our marinara sauce portion and the side of bolognese pasta. We're glad to hear that you found our service excellent and the atmosphere pleasant. We will certainly take your feedback into consideration as we continually work to improve our offerings and service. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best regards, Angelo Ferrante

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  2. William

    Nashville

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first experience was positive. Good authentic Italian food and service was excellent. The only funny thing was Tiramisu in a mason jar. Very funny for a restaurant priding itself on being Roman. We enjoyed our dinner and would recommend.
    DeLucaResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, William! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our authentic Italian food and found our service excellent. The Tiramisu in a mason jar is not unusual in Italy to be served in it, we won't have it served it if not authentic! We appreciate your positive first experience and recommend DeLuca to others. We hope to serve you again soon!

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  3. Karen

    Nashville

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinner, as usual! The lasagne was outstanding! 🍷
    DeLucaResponded on November 14, 2024
    Hey Karen, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dinner at DeLuca. Our lasagna is indeed a crowd favorite and we're glad we could deliver it for you. We always strive to provide excellent food and service to our guests, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another outstanding dinner! Best, Angelo

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  4. Tito

    Nashville

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a hidden gem. Don’t let the location in a strip mall next to Chuy’s fool you! An authentic Italian restaurant with top notch cuisine that outmatches all the other Italian restaurants in town. The veggies, the wine, the fish sous vide, the waiter- all true Italians. This is our favorite Italian restaurant in town now and we have been to Italy at least 7- 8 times so we know the cuisine very well. Don’t think too much and go; will not regret.
    DeLucaResponded on November 12, 2024
    Hi Tito, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our unique Italian cuisine and found it to be superior to other Italian restaurants in town. It's wonderful to know that our team's Italian heritage added to your experience. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back to DeLuca soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  5. Lyda

    Nashville

    100 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our 3rd visit, and we tried the pizza, and lasagna which were wonderful. Of course, we had to have the cannoli, which was the best we have ever had. Our server, Cavin, was very attentive and knowledgeable. The owner made sure to welcome us and see that we were happy with the meal. We will return again...and again.
    DeLucaResponded on November 7, 2024
    Hi Lyda, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the pizza, lasagna, and especially the cannoli—it's wonderful to know we’ve earned such high praise from you. We’re also grateful for your kind words about Cavin’s service and the owner’s personal touch. We take great pride in ensuring every guest feels welcomed and cared for. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit—and we hope it’s sooner rather than later!

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  6. Patrica

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and the service were both excellent. Truly authentic Italian in every way. The owner provided a warm welcome, our server knew the menu well and offered advice about the freshest ingredients, you can see through glass the meticulous work going into each plate, they have a good assortment of wine at various price points. You just have to get past the fact that it’s in a strip mall to step into a lovely neighborhood restaurant that feels like you are in Italy. They kindly accommodated my husband’s diet restrictions. Don’t skip the limoncello!
    DeLucaResponded on November 4, 2024
    Hi, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at DeLuca! It's wonderful to know that our food, service, and authentic Italian atmosphere lived up to your expectations. We take pride in our attention to detail, and it's great to hear that you appreciated it. We're also glad that you were able to accommodate your husband's dietary restrictions. Thank you for your kind words about our wine selection and welcoming environment. We hope to see you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  7. Lyda

    Nashville

    100 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and exceptionally nice staff! We will go back!
    DeLucaResponded on November 3, 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and our staff made a positive impression. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience!

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  8. ciro

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I wanted to take a moment to express my appreciation for another wonderful evening at your restaurant. It was our third visit, and it certainly lived up to the saying, "third time's a charm." The atmosphere was vibrant, the restaurant was full, and the service was exceptionally attentive. Angelo's recommendation to try the Coravin service for an expansive selection of wines by the glass was truly a highlight. The Barbera and Barolo he suggested were delightful choices. Additionally, I must commend you on the new pasta offerings. The Boscaiola, in particular, was outstanding. It is refreshing to find a restaurant where exceptional service and exquisite food come together so seamlessly. Thank you for a memorable dining experience. Bravo to you and your team!
    DeLucaResponded on November 2, 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that your third visit was just as enjoyable as the previous ones. It’s wonderful to know that you appreciated the vibrant atmosphere and the attentive service—thank you for your kind words on wine recommendations! We're especially glad you enjoyed our new pasta offerings, and we’re thrilled that the Boscaiola stood out to you. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional food and service, and your praise means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable evening!

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  9. Makoto

    Nashville

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I enjoyed Sunday branch with my family. All dishes were great! Service was also excellent.

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  10. Marty

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent and prepared exactly as my friend and I have each experienced when visiting Rome. Our waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and the wine list was very good, offering some excellent Italian wines (especially the Brunello wines). I can’t wait to return and work my way through the menu to taste their other entrees. The prices are consistent with Nashville restaurants and the quality is better than many other restaurants offering average food for the same prices. They also offer authentic Roman pizzas (paper thin crust in a wood fired oven). I love the thin crisp crust which lets the ingredients shine and doesn’t leave you in a carb coma. Definitely recommend.
    DeLucaResponded on October 28, 2024
    Hey, thank you for your kind words and for your recommendation! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to DeLuca and found our food to be excellent, as we always aim to provide authentic Italian dishes. We're glad you appreciated our knowledgeable staff and wine list, and that you found our prices to be consistent with Nashville restaurants. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back to experience our authentic Roman pizzas and other entrees. Cheers!

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DeLuca is rated 4.5 stars by 125 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for DeLuca

21 White Bridge Road Suite #104, Nashville, TN 37205

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Whitebridge Rd & Post Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Hillwood / White Bridge
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Fine cuts, Fish
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Rosario DeLuca
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (615) 352-0555
  • Catering
    Not Available
  • Private party facilities
    Restaurant and lounge can be rented for a fee of $20,000 including food & drinks. Maximum guests up to 80 Live Music can be provided for an additional fee of $1000 for 3 hours event. Venue can be booked in its entirety for lunch not partial. For inquiries, please write to: angelo@delucanashville.com
  • Private party contact
    Angelo Ferrante: (615) 352-0555
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