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    Bastion

    4.5 (279 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    BASTION ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Hipster
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Kanpachi and beef tartare
    Naomi S.

    Bastion was the best meal my husband and I have eaten in years. The service was stellar, from the host the moment we arrived, to the chefs explaining each dish, to the sommelier describing the drinks. The setting was super cool-- we loved the record player, plants, and urban aesthetic. The food left us speechless. My favorite bite was the kanpachi-- so fresh in a bright, earthy sauce. The beef main course was also of the highest quality and perfectly cooked. The mushroom cake dessert was mindblowingly creative and decadent. Every nonalcoholic mixed drink was thoughtful and interesting, and my husband loved trying the different cachacas. Well worth the price and effort to get a reservation.

    Tasting menu 11-13-25
    Teri T.

    My partner and I had a lovely dinner at Bastion on Thursday night and highly recommend the tasting menu experience. It's been on my personal "want to try" list for a while, and I decided to go to celebrate my birthday. The location is tucked away in Wedgewood Huston, and like most places in that area...parking is always tough. The good news is Bastion validates for a specific lot caddy corner to their front door. The location is a bar up front with its restaurant tucked away to the side through a separate door. The overall vibes were VERY different between the two spaces. We were greeted promptly, and taken to a smaller, intimate (and quieter) bar after the entrance to the restaurant portion of the building. Here we chose a few drinks to relax and chat as we waited for dinner. I tried the Since Easter, which is a mixture of bourbon, potato chip (infused into the bourbon), Amaretto, and Armagnac. The drink was liquor-forward, served up, and the slight hit of salt from the potato chip was a nice add. After about 15 minutes, we were moved to the dining room, where we sat around a large counter and watched the preparation happen right in front of us. The space felt intimate, comfortable, and we received friendly greetings from the entire staff. Since we already had a drink in hand, we opted to split the wine pairing offered with the tasting menu. The team split each poor between two glasses for us, and it was plenty to take us through the tasting menu. The tasting menu is seasonal, and my favorites from this offering was the crab scallion salad, the black hawk tri-tip, and the scallop with hazelnut and buttermilk. Every plate was packed with flavors that complemented each other, yet also made it interesting and memorable. You could taste how much prep work went into every element that was put on each plate. The dinner is 174/person and you pay up-front when you book. This may seem pricy to some, but it INCLUDES service charge and tax. There is nothing else you are responsible for except for any beverages you order when you are there. For the experience, I think it's totally worth it. Plus, did you know they just earned a Michelin star? Get those reservations booked early!

    2019 Brovia Barolo
    John M.

    Very, very good, but not worth the $250 per person, Michelin star or not. Set in a hideaway, in a light industrial area, it has a tiny but spacious dining area hidden behind a sliding corrugated metal door with a large outer bar , any six seat interior bar. This is a prix fixe, full service, friendly, attentive dining experience. All the courses were great with novel tastes and textures, EXCEPT the Tri-tip, that was well tri-tip, disappointingly incongruous. There is good parking nearby.

    raw oyster
    Christina D.

    came here a few weeks ago and I have not stopped thinking about my experience because I truly loved it here! when I arrived I was brought to a small area outside of the small bar which was super quiet and away from the hustle and bustle of the big bar. After a few minutes, I was seated at the small bar where I ordered a delicious cocktail. When my friend arrived we were then brought to the restaurant in the back. We had seats at the counter which allowed us to watch the chefs prepare each course which was a nice touch. The staff was so great and did an amazing job telling us about each of the course as they came. I could go into detail about how much I liked each dish, but then we'd all be here forever so I'll say that my favorite dishes were the chanterelle broth, the scallop, the crab, the romaine, the tri-tip, the ginger ice cream, the pear + sun choke, and the chess pie. Every detail was so artfully thought through and the ingredients for every single dish were perfect together. truly incredible. I have been to several tasting menu restaurants in Nashville, and this one is definitely my favorite! I can't wait to come back!

    Punch of the Day Old Fashioneds
    Taylor C.

    incredible vibes & great lighting!! The drinks and happy hour are perfect & so much fun seating! Bartenders are super knowledgeable and make great recs. Nachos are to DIE for.

    Bar area
    Christina B.

    Friendly bartenders and good prices on drinks! They have street parking out front and I believe they validate in a nearby lot as well. They play vinyl records from a huge collection, displayed along side eclectic posters and doodads. Every other Sunday night at 7 they host a fun Bingo night too!

    Ashley M.

    This was an amazing spot for a special occasion! The restaurant has a very cool speakeasy feel right next to the main bar. All of our courses were delicious! The server even gave us a complimentary glass of wine pairing and dessert since it was my birthday. Don't forget to get your complimentary Polaroid photo before you leave! Very cool experience!!

    You are alive!
    Jen S.

    Been on my list for a looonnng time but finally made it out to Bastion! What a treat! Love the renovated old building architecture and super cool vibe. Very artsy interior. Neat art ALL OVER the walls. Clearly set up for some projection onto walls. Cozy seating/various options for different group sizes. There was also some wall-mounted game and a video game console table. And, the DRINKS! So good! Loved my rum punch of the day! Friends all enjoyed their cocktails, including a dirty martini! Got drinks at bar, brought back to table.

    Sydney W.

    I didn't have a cocktail, but I tried my friends drinks and they were excellent! The drinks were strong and creative! The atmosphere is really vibey, and the service is very fast! Really recommend for fun drinks with friends or date night!

    Interior
    Tina C.

    Came here for drinks on a Thursday evening and loved the ambiance! Great mood lighting and unique interior decor with high ceilings and cool wall decal. The drink I had (rosemallow daisy) was also good. Very friendly service. Parking available along nearby streets, but can be a little difficult to find on Thursday and weekend evenings.

    Lindsay O.

    What a meal! I went for a tasting with two food companions. We made a reservation about a month in advance. We showed up early for our reservation so we could have a drink from the little bar before our meal. The little bar is a small bar on the restaurant side of bastion. It's quiet, it has date night ambiance! Now the meal itself was incredible!!! Each item was delicious! The dishes had a great mixture of flavor, texture, meaty, creamy! The service was great as well and answered any questions we had about wine or the dish. Now for the cost. You will have to pay when you make a reservation and that includes tax and tip. That came out to be around $480. My food partners added the $85 wine tasting when we got there so then that increased the tax and tip a bit. What happens is when you get the bill after eating, it already includes the previously paid tax and tip paid for PLUS the additional amount that the bill was increased because of the alcohol. We got confused by that so that is why I share it here. The reason this was important was because we wanted to make sure we were tipping our servers appropriately. All this to say, this was a great experience. We were celebrating and had no regrets. The chefs come out before each course and tell you about the dish. It feels so intimate and just the vibe for food lovers!

    Ashley W.

    Literally my most talked about bar. This is where I tell everyone to come. The drinks are amazing and if you don't know what you want, don't worry they will make something tasty! The ambiance is great when the music is bumping. Great place to go with a group of friends and hang and in a great location to bar hop. I especially LOVE their restaurant that you have to get reservations a month ahead because it is worth the wait! Get the chef tasting menu or the tomahawk feast both options are DELICIOUS . Parking is along the street/neighborhood, but always a good time.

    The menu June 9, 2023
    Glen F.

    What a magical night of degustation. Each little thing was a mix of flavors and mystery. "What did she say that was??" Don't worry about the details--the menu is ever changing. Getting an introduction to ingredients that span global cuisine, assembled so carefully, so delicately, is like a tour of culinary school in just a couple of hours. Sitting at the bar area, looking into the kitchen, watching the prep activity, is a fascinating compliment to the dissertation you'll get with each course. It all combines into a wonderful evening and an unforgettable experience.

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    Are there gluten free options?

    Howdy! The nachos in the bar are gluten-free (though there is a small amount of beer in the queso if that is an issue). On the restaurant side, just let us know when you book your reservation about any allergies or dietary restrictions that you… Read more

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