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etch - Franklin, Franklin, TN

etch - Franklin

4.7
4.7
139 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
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

  • New Year's Eve

    USD 125.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate the end of 2024 in style! Join us for a special four-course prix fixe menu presented by our culinary team, complete with optional drink pairings. The dinner is $125++ per person and wine pairings are an additional $55 per person. This special menu will be offered in lieu of our regular dinner menu this evening. We look forward to ringing in the new year with you!
    New Year's Eve photo

What 139 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Etch in Franklin is a vibrant addition to the local dining scene, mirroring the excellence of its Nashville counterpart. Guests rave about its "outstanding" food and service, and the "beautifully planned" interior. Highlights include the creative menu, friendly staff, and a welcoming ambiance. A top choice for special occasions.

139 Reviews
  1. Janet

    VIP

    Nashville

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat at the counter… was great watching the staff at work… food, drinks and wine were excellent!

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  2. Valerie

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We wanted a special experience to celebrate our son's engagement. Etch delivered with excellent service and delicious food. I really can't think of a negative comment. It is not an inexpensive restaurant, but you will have a memorable meal.

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  3. Shannon

    Nashville

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy eating at the Chefs Table / Counter in both Etch restaurants. Yesterday we were there at a very slow time (3:45pm) so we were able to chat with several staff members. They are always so friendly. I’d been wanting to try the hamburger on the mid-day menu - one reason we were there at 3:45. It did not disappoint! The fries were done perfectly. The brownie ice cream made the end of our meal very satisfying.

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  4. Jeff

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I purchased gift cards in anticipation of the opening of the Franklin location as a holiday celebration with friends. Our overall experience was nothing like the Nashville location that made me a fan of Etch. Our steaks were not cooked to order, and the food was barely lukewarm when it arrived and not up to Etch's traditional standards, Additionally, the service was far from efficient. Our dinner experience took 2 1/2 hours, and it was one hour between the time we ordered and when we received our food. We will likely not return given the many options available.

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  5. Grace

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and ambiance! Different than the Nashville locations, but same quality of food and staff. Loved our time here!

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  6. Steve

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was extraordinary and server made sure we were done well before curtain time despite late arrival caused by parking chaos and gridlock. We have eaten at Etch downtown for years (and at Zola before that), and the Franklin location, like Etc. before it, shows that Deb and her team know how to replicate the same quality experience in a new place.

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  7. Linda

    E. Tennessee

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first visit to etch in Franklin and I will definitely be back. The food was excellent and the service was the best. All of the staff were friendly and cheerful. The ambience was perfect. You can't go wrong if you choose to visit this location.

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  8. Gary

    Nashville

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Glad to have an upscale dining option in the “Factory”. Very contemporary remodel of their location. Open views of kitchen and a dining bar overlooking the kitchen. Very creative touches. Service was attentive. All food items well prepared and tasty with unique presentations. I enjoyed the venison which was cooked perfectly, medium rare. My wife enjoyed the scallops, also cooked perfectly. Only negative comment is that only 3, medium sized scallops were served. For the price one more would have been better. Otherwise, thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at Etch.

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  9. Christy

    Orlando

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our meal, cocktails and wine. Our server was great, & we had a lovely time. We dine out frequently and expect high prices for this caliber restaurant, but felt the prices were exceptionally. Nevertheless, we enjoyed our dinner.

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  10. Lisa

    Nashville

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent! Cocktails were also amazing... highly recommend the Etch-spresso martini. There were 6 of us (3 couples) dining. We shared 2 appetizers, the shrimp & octupus bruschetta and the carpaccio, which were both outstanding. We also shared 3 sides with our meals which were also very good. Each couple shared a main course.. The pork chop dish was amazing, however the scallops and the chicken dish were disappointing. Both had too much sauce and I couldn't really tell what was in with the scallops. This is why I gave Etch a 4/5. I would definitely return, but would not order either of those dishes. We also brought our own wine as the red wine choices are pretty limited.

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FAQs

etch - Franklin is rated 4.7 stars by 139 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 30 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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