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The Catbird Seat, Nashville, TN
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The Catbird Seat

$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
The Catbird Seat is an intimate, chef-driven restaurant and culinary incubator that provides chefs a creative outlet in an interactive and open kitchen setting. With just 20 seats arranged around a U-shaped counter, guests are offered a front-row view of the chefs at work, crafting a 10-12 course tasting menu that evolves with the seasons.

Currently led by Chefs Tiffani Ortiz and Andy Doubrava, the menu features a dynamic selection of dishes that emphasize sustainability and innovation. Drawing on ingredients preserved from past seasons, foraged finds, and items from their larder, Ortiz and Doubrava showcase their commitment to creativity, resourcefulness, and a modern approach to sustainable cooking.

Since its opening, The Catbird Seat has received numerous accolades, including recognition as one of GQ Magazine’s Best New Restaurants, Bon Appetit’s Best New Restaurants, Wine Enthusiast’s Top 100 Wine Restaurants, and Opinionated About Dining’s Top 100 North American Restaurants.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Tiffani Ortiz & Andy Doubrava

From the OpenTable editors: When it opened 2011, Strategic Hospitality’s flagship tasting restaurant kicked off a new era of fine dining in Nashville. In addition to racking up accolades from GQ and Bon Appétit, Catbird Seat has been an incubator for some of the city’s top chefs. Today, Tiffani Ortiz and Andy Doubrava command the open, counter-style kitchen, turning out innovative New American tasting menus that can stretch to 18 courses of dishes like a walnut cookie filled with chicken liver mousse and berry preserves.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Contemporary European, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (615) 810-8200
  • Website
    http://www.thecatbirdseatrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

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What 177 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Innovative

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

  • Nashville

    Innovative

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Catbird Seat offers an extraordinary dining experience, where "incredible food, incredible service" and exquisite preparation shine. Guests rave about the "culinary masterpiece" with "phenomenal" dishes that are both artistic and delicious. The intimate setting and attentive staff enhance the experience, making it perfect for special occasions.

177 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Simply exceptional. The entire team was a delight to interact with; they went above and beyond in ensuring we had a wonderful dining experience. The courses were so thoughtfully prepared, offered unexpected surprises to the palate, and yet very approachable. You could tell the chefs honor the science and joy of their craft. We surprised ourselves in choosing the non-alcoholic drink pairings; they were just as intricate and delightful as the meal. Worth every bit of the price. If you don’t have an adventurous +1, don’t wait—go alone.

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  2. Johnathon

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    This was boring. Squash. Squash. White wine. White wine. Squash. Squash. One constant note of nothing. Very disappointing. I would be ok with someone taking a chance and missing badly. This was nothing, wrapped in squash.

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  3. Chad

    VIP

    Nashville

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The flavor profile of all the dishes were outstanding. Service and atmosphere is very good. Highly recommend.

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  4. Heath

    VIP

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tastes were exceptional. I may be a turnip convert! The wine pairings…extraordinary.

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  5. maggie

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely lovely experience. Every course we kept saying was our new favorite. The service was incredible. The food was phenomenal. We did the N.A. drink pairing and it was truly out of this world. We cannot wait to go back

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  6. Susanna

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food tasted good but not enough protein options. Mostly vegetables and they use too much butter. The ambiance feels a bit like your in a Thai restaurant kitchen with light peach colored walls……..definitely doesn’t feel like your in a n upscale restaurant paying $250pp. The staff is a bit weird looking and awkward. Definitely not worth paying an arm & leg for mediocre chefs’ experimenting with your taste buds!

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  7. Aaron

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best dinner we have ever had. The food was unreal. My only complaint is that if you are hungry this food won’t fill you up as it is just tasting.

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  8. Shelley

    Houston

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Extraordinary in the very best way. Each course a single (or maybe two) bite of wonder. The only bobble we had was a misstep re a dairy request which was quickly offered a redo. Perfect service, nice wine list, intimate setting where conversation is possible. A unique experience that we can’t wait to try again.

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  9. angelicaP

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I waited to dine here on our last night in Nashville and it was the highlight of our trip. Every dish was unique, artistic, and most importantly DELICIOUS. I wanted more of each bite and just when I thought the current course was my favorite, the next one proved me wrong. Sitting around the kitchen watching the chefs prepare each plate was a real treat. We loved the conversations with each chef; you could tell how passionate they were about the dishes they created, the ingredients they used and the homage they paid to them with all their sustainable efforts. Service was impeccable! Besides the incredible plating, each course was served in different serving dishes and utensils that matched the dish. I especially enjoyed the “sommelier “ who had a knack for describing wine like Jimmy Kimmel does with one liners. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the music. The 90’s playlist was right up our alley and the chef’s kiss to the evening. We will come back to Nashville for the sole reason of dining there again. Hopefully you get homemade bread at you dinner. (Thanks Matt for the doggie bag)!

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  10. Terry

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best oysters ever, very tasty! Good to see them prepare all the dishes. I got the wine pairing which enhanced the meal experience. Started at the Patterson House for cocktails, they tasted delicious. Highly recommend for special occasions.

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FAQs

The Catbird Seat is rated 4.8 stars by 177 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Google Map for The Catbird Seat

1711 Division Street, Nashville, TN 37203

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    18th Avenue
  • Area
    Music Row
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Contemporary European, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine
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