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etch - Franklin, Franklin, TN

etch - Franklin

4.7
4.7
249 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
etch is a globally-inspired restaurant by award-winning chef Deb Paquette. The original location opened its doors in 2012 in lively downtown Nashville; the second location opened in fall of 2024 in The Factory at Franklin. The modern restaurant houses two private dining rooms, a full bar, and a chef’s bar, giving guests a look into the restaurants' culinary prowess.

etch’s eclectic menu incorporates innovative dishes inspired by Deb and Executive Chef Jess Lambert's favorite regions of the world to leave a lasting impression, or etch, on every diner. A wine list with over 80 choices is available, along with high-gravity local beers and hand-crafted signature cocktails.

Desserts are prepared in-house by Pastry Chef Megan Williams, whose creations top the list for the city’s sweet confections. House-made ice creams and artfully plated desserts change seasonally, providing a revolving array of treats that will keep you coming back for more.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (629) 966-0012
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jess Lambert
  • Private party facilities
    Etch offers two private dining spaces for hosting meetings, receptions, and special events. The Iris Room can accommodate up to 12 guests; the Cardinal Room can accommodate up to 32 seated guests. A prix fixe menu is offered to private dining groups, and we are happy to offer customized menus and beverage options for your guests.
  • Area
    Franklin
  • Cross Street
    Liberty Pike
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Easter

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Join us on Easter Sunday! In addition to a limited all-day menu, we will be featuring a selection of brunch items from 11am-3pm. We look forward to hosting you!
    Easter photo
  • Mother's Day

    11 May 2025 only
    Join us this Mother's Day for a special meal with your family! In addition to a limited all-day menu served from 11am-8pm, we will be featuring a selection of brunch items from 11am-3pm. We look forward to hosting you and your loved ones!
    Mother's Day photo

What 249 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Etch in Franklin dazzles diners with "incredible" and "innovative" dishes, warm service, and a "beautiful" setting. Guests rave about the "creative and flavorful" menu, with standouts like the "pork ribeye," "roasted cauliflower," and "brussels sprouts." Perfect for special occasions, it offers an "unforgettable dining experience" in a lively atmosphere.

249 Reviews
  1. RhondaM

    Nashville18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hostess was welcoming; bartenders were great at answering questions before we sat for our meal; our server was attentive. Etch is our favorite downtown restaurant and it will continue to be our favorite new location. Great food, wine and spirits, and atmosphere to celebrate or meet with friends.

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  2. Dana VIP

    Nashville3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Etch in Franklin was not for us….Our service was good but the food was subpar. My husband and i shared a filet which tasted more like a roast. The Caesar salad had horseradish in it which was a very odd flavor for the salad and the crispy potato salad dressing was very overpowering and not crispy at all. Probably wont be back.
    etch - FranklinResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Dana, thank you for your recent visit to etch. I am sorry to learn that you did not care for your meal, and regret that we failed to make a positive first impression. We are always more than happy to replace anything you are not fully satisfied with, as our goal is to have each and every guest leave with a five-star meal. I am hopeful you will return soon to try something else; I am confident we can find something on our menu you will love! We appreciate your patronage and feedback, and please do let us know if there is ever anything we can do to improve your experience in any way. Thank you again, and we hope to see you in again soon.

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  3. MindyM

    Nashville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was absolutely wonderful! The flavors were excellent and our service was amazing! The attention to detail in both the food and the service was superb!

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  4. Jennifer

    Nashville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very busy. Sat at counter. Food was delicious. Had From the Sea and scallops. Pricey for a little amount of food.

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  5. mary ann

    San Francisco24 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great customer service- from th ereservation- walk in attention- Victoria our Service staff- just couldnt have been better. Food was amazing if a bit overwhelming. Very large portions so on my return I will remember to order more carefully. But left overs were toaster oven redeemable- even the Duck! It is a splurge but I will be returning often. Lucky Franklin! Parking is a major pain.
    etch - FranklinResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Mary Ann, thank you for your recent visit to etch in Franklin! We are thrilled to hear that you received five-star service from our team. I will be passing that along to Victoria and Elena, as well as your note regarding the service at the bar. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We look forward to having you come dine with us again soon.

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  6. Mel VIP

    Nashville8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cocktails were perfection! Not too sweet which is chat I prefer. Service was attentive but not overbearing. Food was delicious. We had the octopus bruschetta, shared a Caesar salad and for entrees we had the scallops and venison. This is our new favorite spot and I love that they’re closer to us in Franklin. Highly recommend!

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  7. Scot

    Nashville4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Franklin resident here, and I am thrilled to have etch - Franklin as a local choice. I've been three times now, and each time the food and service have been excellent. Located in The Factory, the vibe is classy and relaxed. It's great having another fine dining option so close to home.

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  8. Anna VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lots of curry on menu and I tried to get the scallops without the curry sauce (had it before and was too spicy) and I was told no. Thought that was interesting to not work with me.
    etch - FranklinResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Anna, thank you for your recent visit to etch. I am sorry to hear that accommodations were not made on this particular dish -- we are accustomed to adjusting dishes to meet the needs of our guests, so it is disappointing to hear that we fell short here. We would love the opportunity to speak with you further regarding your visit to determine how we could have provided better service. You will be hearing from a member of our management team shortly to discuss your meal in further detail. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us; we look forward to speaking with you soon.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service, which is hard to find! Scallops were perfectly cooked and the salmon was delicious. The service was excellent, detailed, yet inviting. Got to meet Chef Deb, simply fabulous. Will be back.

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  10. Marthaawh VIP

    Nashville58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place!!!! Always the best food!!!! Everyone enjoyed their food in our party of 6.

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etch - Franklin is rated 4.7 stars by 249 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for etch - Franklin

230 Franklin Rd suite 1300, Franklin, TN 37064-6345

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Liberty Pike
  • Area
    Franklin
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jess Lambert
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (629) 966-0012
  • Private party facilities
    Etch offers two private dining spaces for hosting meetings, receptions, and special events. The Iris Room can accommodate up to 12 guests; the Cardinal Room can accommodate up to 32 seated guests. A prix fixe menu is offered to private dining groups, and we are happy to offer customized menus and beverage options for your guests.
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