Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Donelson

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1. Pelican & Pig

4.8

Exceptional(41)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • East Nashville

Booked 7 times today

Owned and operated by husband and wife team Nick & Audra Guidry, Pelican & Pig operates with playful creativity and service in mind. Drawing inspiration from places they have lived and from their many travels, in name and through the menu, the restaurant is a nod to the inspirations and influences from the past and present. By bringing a fine-casual dining service experience to a comfortable, cozy atmosphere, it is our goal to provide exceptional service through attention to details and knowledge of products and menus. Upon entering you are greeted with a view of the completely open kitchen and wood-burning hearth. Let our staff welcome and guide you through the night with our list of craft cocktails, exceptional wine and spirit offerings and our hand-selected craft beer menu.

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2. Once Upon a Time in France

4.7

Exceptional(118)

Price: Expensive

• French • East Nashville

Booked 25 times today

Best French Restaurant in Tennessee 2023!Best Restaurant in Nashville 2022!Set in a cozy 1920's Parisian Bistro décor, "Once Upon A Time In France" is all Francophiles and food lovers have ever dreamed of: *Friendly small neighborhood bistro,*Authentic traditional French Food, *Over 75 French wines, European beers, and delicious beverages carefully selected!The concept is our country’s favorite: a Bistro.A french Bistro is usually a quaint and cozy neighborhood restaurant serving traditional cuisine.But it is also usually loud, people sit close to each other, it may be hard to make your way through the restaurant, there may be servers and busers running everywhere. We do not claim to be a fine dining establishment nor claim to have a “new cuisine” type of food, but we can guarantee that we are the only true, authentic French Restaurant in Nashville, and we guarantee that you will have a great evening in our unique little corner of France! Bon appétit!

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3. Sinatra Bar & Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(1821)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 68 times today

Sinatra Bar & Lounge celebrates Frank Sinatra’s enduring cultural legacy with a distinctive, Rat Pack-era feel in the heart of Nashville’s historic Printers Alley. Located in Icon Entertainment & Hospitality's Southern Turf Building, Sinatra Bar & Lounge’s warm, intimate atmosphere features an extraordinary collection of Sinatra memorabilia as well as live music daily. A carefully-cultivated menu includes some of Sinatra’s personal favorites, prime steaks, traditional Italian dishes, an array of classic cocktails and more. Sinatra Bar & Lounge is a must for any fan of “Ol’ Blue Eyes." Don’t miss our Happy Hour menu at the bar every day from 4-6pm.Sinatra attire is business casual; no sleeveless shirts or open-toe footwear for the men, no offensive or political message on t-shirts, no sports apparel.* For credit card transactions, there is a 3.5% processing fee. You are welcome to pay in cash the evening of your reservation to avoid the fee.

4. Pinewood Social

4.5

Awesome(192)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 52 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.

5. Adele's

4.7

Exceptional(5896)

Price: Expensive

• American • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 69 times today

Adele’s restaurant in Nashville is a partnership among Ken Levitan and Howard Greenstone of Red Pebbles Hospitality. The restaurant features an open kitchen with a large fireplace grill, wood-burning oven, white quarter-sawn oak bar, chef’s counter, and heated outdoor dining patio with umbrellas. The menu at Adele’s focuses on seasonal, accessible comfort food sourced from local farms and purveyors. The restaurant is open for dinner nightly and offers a wonderful weekend brunch from 10:00am - 2:00pm. Adele’s provides free parking in the first 2 rows of angled parking spots located directly in front of our building (validation required). If our parking lot is full, we offer validated parking in the parking lot across the street (1207 McGavock St.) or the parking garage behind Adele's (1222 Demonbreun St.). Please see the host stand for validation!

6. House of Cards

4.7

Exceptional(6096)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 70 times today

House of Cards is Nashville’s most unique dining and entertainment experience. Located underground in a 10,000 sq. ft space, the venue offers an evening for guests unlike any other in the history of the South. House of Cards celebrates the art of magic, classic American cuisine and fine hand-crafted cocktails. Guests are encouraged to explore the dining room to enjoy the rare collections and be entertained by some of America’s top magicians. Complimentary tickets to magic performances in the showroom are included with purchase of a dinner entrée. Please, no outside bottles.Reservations for parties of 6 or less can be made 14 days in advance through OpenTable. For parties of 7-12, please reserve 17 days in advance by emailing reservations@hocnashville.com. Dress code strictly enforced. For dress code details, visit HOCNashville.com/reservations. No photography inside the restaurant. Reservations encouraged. Walk-ins welcome subject to availability and dress code.

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7. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Nashville

4.9

Exceptional(8001)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 151 times today

The flagship brand of his growing, family of eponymous eateries, Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse tells the story of his life. From the opulent interiors to the artwork & antique furnishings, every facet has a special meaning to the man himself. Now open in Nashville, TN, each iteration of these critically-acclaimed restaurants is rooted in the heritage of the original, yet each also tells a tale of its own, inextricably woven into the unique fabric of the community in which it resides. The most noteworthy element of the brand – and undeniably the key to its success – is The Jeff Ruby Experience, an all-encompassing philosophy embodying the very best U.S.D.A. Steaks, Fresh Seafood, Impeccable Service, Live Entertainment and Passionate Attention To Detail. These qualities and more create a total dining experience unlike any other. An experience we’re proud to bring to the great city of Nashville.

8. Bastion

4.9

Exceptional(44)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Nashville

Booked 6 times today

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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9. Ella’s by Christian Petroni

4.3

Awesome(689)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 22 times today

Ella's by Christian Petroni is a SoBro restaurant serving seasonal coastal Italian cuisine in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. The menu highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients, perfect for those seeking a taste of the Italian coast in the heart of Nashville.

10. Henrietta Red

4.8

Exceptional(159)

Price: Expensive

• American • Germantown

Booked 26 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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Jamie
Montreal / Quebec •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent food and ambiance. One small glitch in that the meals came out before the appetizers. Staff were apologetic and it really was not a big deal in grand scheme of things
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Pinewood SocialPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Sobro
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4.5
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Cathy
Nashville •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1st time at Sinatra’s and it did not disappoint. The ambiance was great, old school lounge feel. The service was great, food and drinks were very good. The alcohol was a bit over priced but expected for downtown Nashville. We enjoyed the live piano music and singing too. We will definitely be back.
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Sinatra Bar & LoungePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Sobro
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4.8
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ReidVIP
Nashville •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We have been to Adele‘s several times. This time we were celebrating two birthdays. The appetizers and main dishes were all excellent. Callouts to the cornbread and smoked duck leg. We all had drinks and the bartenders did a truly professional job as always. The budino dessert is absolutely worth the certain inch it adds to your waist line. Overall, kudos to Adele‘s for their maintenance of quality through the years. We will definitely be back!
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Adele'sPrice: Expensive• American• The Gulch & North Gulch
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4.7
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John
Key West / Florida Keys •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
Greeted at the door by the chef, my wife and I were whisked away (cooking pun there…) to the back room of the restaurant. There we were seated and greeted by an attractive server and had our special menu explained to us. We had the choice of escargots, a brief interlude of boeuf bourguignon, and I had the steak frites while my wife enjoyed the confit of duck. We were finished off with a traditional cheese plate with a variety of cheeses from around Europe. All the food items were fabulous and the wine pairings were perfect! I will complain that the portions were oversized for me. We were nearly full from the escargots, and the boeuf was a full dinner portion in itself. The ribeye steak was as the chef explains it “what Americans expect”. I can’t fault him for giving his customers what they want, although I personally would prefer a more authentic experience with a smaller skirt or flank steak and about half the amount of fries. To summarize: go there. Eat. You will not regret a thing!
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Once Upon a Time in FrancePrice: Expensive• French• East Nashville
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4.7
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ChristopherVIP
Nashville •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
Excellent food! Excellent service!. Alex was outstanding. Great family meal. Very enjoyable. Not loud. Easy to relax, talk and enjoy. Will return!
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Pelican & PigPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• East Nashville
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4.8

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35 restaurants available nearby

1. Pelican & Pig

2. Once Upon a Time in France

3. Sinatra Bar & Lounge

4. Pinewood Social

5. Adele's

6. House of Cards

7. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Nashville

8. Bastion

9. Ella’s by Christian Petroni

10. Henrietta Red

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