Not a 4/5 star experience for me... seems everyone is on autopilot and simple details are ignored. Asked to split and lightly dress a salad-ignored, we were clearly in a business dinner and somehow being more subtle in approach-ignored, flavor profile of the food ( I had the bolognese ) ---bland. The atmosphere is on point but the overall experience didn't really align. The sea bass with the crispy skin was a home run as well! read more

Food A+, atmosphere A+, And service A+, We're from LA and have been going to Craigs LA since it opened. It's our go to hang in LA when I'm not at my own restaurant .they even have some OG LA managers. Maker sure you say hi to Cyndi Bell and Carsen. Stephanie's now a new host as well. The food was spot on and just as good as LA. We had our staple dishes, the calamari, sauce, pizza, American chop salad, honey, truffle, chicken, and the rigatoni and we left with left overs. If you want a cool vibe and great food add Craig's to your list read more

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The experience and vibes are great! One downside is the valet situation, it only really fits one car in the pull up spot. But other than that there is parking across the street that is perfect for walking. We had reservations and were immediately sat down. We did have a baby but everyone was so helpful. Our waiter was so sweet and a father so he was very understanding. He was also extremely knowledgeable about the menu items and his suggestions were spot on. He offered us champagne just to celebrate friendships and welcoming a healthy baby into our friend group. He also added one of everything to our appetizers and desserts due to them coming in only 3's and we had 4. You can add protein to any pasta. The drinks were divine. read more

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Very expensive but the food was good. The rigatoni was recommended to us, so I tried it and it really was good. Not a huge portion, but the pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. We also shared a few salads, which were quite good. And the lobster rangoon was also tasty. read more

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Craig's was a lovely first dinner for the new year in 2026! I'd heard great things and we were able to get a reservation for two with no problem. Overall, the ambiance and service were great. Our server AJ was well versed on the menu and had great suggestions for us as first timers. We tried the American Chopped salad which didn't wow me flavor-wise, but the ingredients were all so fresh that I was still able to enjoy with some added salt and pepper. The chicken Parmesan was the star considering how gigantic of a serving it was, perfect for sharing or having leftovers to take home. The bolognese was tasty, but not life changing. I'd go back and try something else next time, but overall I enjoyed Craig's. It's a bit pricey for American fare, but with great service and consistency, I can tell Craig's is here to stay. I look forward to giving it another try. read more

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Craig's is everything I had hoped it would be! I have visited several newer dining establishments in Nashville that are well heralded in their OG locations, but miss something in the transition here. Not at all the case with Craig's. It has the same friendliness, comfort and "can't miss" food that is synonymous with the LA location. I love that they don't take themselves too seriously and you can watch sports on the bar TV both upstairs and down. We are lucky to have only the second location in the country here! Be sure to start with the breadbasket with an added side of vodka sauce! read more

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Had a really great dinner here. I was lucky enough to score reservations the night of. When we walked in, the hosts at the stand were sooooo kind! Felt like seeing old friends. The ambiance is amazing. Felt like walking through a posh establishment. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and offered great suggestions. The food came out quickly and the service was great! Craig was even walking around and speaking to guests. I thought it was very kind of the owner to show appreciation in that way. Looking forward to visiting again and glad it's here in Nashville. read more

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Craig's has finally arrived in Nashville and I was excited to check it out last night ahead of the NYE crowd. Apparently others had the same idea as the restaurant was busy but it came in waves. It's located in the gulch but still tucked away from the crowded areas. There's a paid lot across from the restaurant and minimal street parking but they do offer valet for $18. The valet lot is small when you arrive but the valet attendant was getting everyone accommodated quickly which was nice as it was a cold night. The outside of the restaurant is really cute. On the inside, the restaurant was still decorated with all the Christmas decor. The restaurant is larger than it appears from the outside. We were seated upstairs which had plenty of seating and its own bar. Our waiter was very nice and gave us great recommendations. She got to know our table and made sure we were enjoying ourselves throughout the night. I started with the skinny amiga cocktail which she recommended. It was really good! They brought bread to our table which as someone who is not a big bread eater, their cheesy garlic bread was so good that I had to stop eating it to save room for everything else. We then ordered the calamari for our appetizers which was ok. I ordered the chicken parmigiana but asked for rigatoni noodles instead. I enjoyed it. It was very flavorful and a large portion. I also tried a bite of the ribeye and the jalapeño corn which the corn was really good but not spicy. I wasn't a fan of the ribeye. The menu isn't large but they offer a good variety of options from pizza, pasta, chicken, seafood or steak. They even have some vegan options. I'd definitely come back and try something different. This restaurant is great for a date night, family dinner or just a nice dinner with friends. read more

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Such a delicious meal! Snagged a reservation on a Friday night, the place was packed! The restaurant is 2 stories with the top floor able to look down onto the first. You're served a bread basket while you wait for drinks/food. Our server was so kind and attentive. He ran through the specials, his favorites and gave us an all around rundown of the Craig's franchise. The food was epic, cannot wait to go back! read more

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I've visited Craig's a few times now and can happily share that it is a very good experience! First, I love the upgrades that they've done with the location with a beautiful, large outdoor entry and the two levels feel elevated and a special occasion type of place. (Note they have a lower and upper bar as well). I've sampled a good variety of items now, and can say on the appetizer front that the lobster Rangoon, oysters, and tuna tartare are divine. The tartare had a perfect heat, just a touch without lighting your face on fire. The mini hotdogs tasted the same as the frozen stuff you can get at home, so give that a skip unless you are dining with children or an extremely picky eater. The chopped salad and green goddess are both a hit as well with delicious dressing and enough to share. For entrees the scallops are fabulous with a creamy, delicious mashed potato, and the Cioppino was excellent. The seafood and broth were very flavorful. The jalapeño creamed corn is also a solid choice, but I'd skip the burger. It's nothing special and am guessing is also there for the picky eaters. I have not yet tried the pizza and haven't sampled much pasta, so I need to spend some time there as well. Service has overall been good, with our best experience recently on Mother's Day. I'll definitely be back and am so glad Craig's is in Nashville! read more

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Let's start off by saying I really wanted to like Craig's. I'd heard great things, and I went in excited -- but I left feeling just... okay about everything. There were definitely a few highlights. The pink vodka sauce was delicious, and the jalapeño creamed corn was a standout. Unfortunately, the rest of our meal was pretty average -- nothing bad, just nothing special. Drinks were strong (which I appreciate!), but definitely on the pricey side. What took away from the experience the most was the service -- not the quality, but the frequency. It felt like a server or manager stopped by the table every five minutes (sometimes even more frequently). I know they're aiming for attentive service, but we're pretty low-maintenance diners and really enjoy having a bit of space to chat without constant check-ins. The vibe of the place is undeniably cool though. I'd come back for a drink at the bar for sure, but I'm not sure we'll be returning for the food. read more

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Wow! Such an awesome vibe, experience and service. And the food!!! Soooo delicious. I rarely give 5s but this is my new favorite Nashville restaurant. We had the pigs in the blanket to start. Delicious and such a fun appetizer for an upscale restaurant. Who doesn't love a good classic appetizer like this. I had the honey friend chicken and my friend had the rigatoni. Both were spectacular. The flavors of both were amazing. Just so well prepared. I could taste the care that went into them. We had the chocolate chip cookies for dessert. Warm cookies with a rough of sea salt. I can't wait to come back. Pros: Amazing food Great atmosphere Fun vibe Awesome drinks Fantastic service Cons: Make a reservation but this restaurant was packed! read more

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This place is just not it. We arrived to a fairly empty dining room but were told we couldn't be seated until every member of our party arrived. With no waiting area, we ended up awkwardly hovering over other tables. On the way to our table, we were asked if we had ever been there before. The answer was no, to which we were then asked, "not even the LA location?" And our table was awkwardly placed between the stairs and the servers stand, feeling like we were in the way. All around, just very odd. Then the food. The caesar salad and the desserts were good. The pizza had the limpest of undercarriages. The chicken parmesan and chicken paillard were fine but forgettable. The spaghetti was thrown on a plate as if it came off a cafeteria line - zero plating attempted. A bright spot was the staff, who were very attentive and on top of things. Overall, it was Olive Garden food, with an air of pretension, at much steeper prices. If this is what LA loves, they can keep it. read more

Coming from Los Angeles and remembering when Craig's first reigned in West Hollywood ~15 years ago, I was truly excited for the Nashville location to finally open. Craig's has always carried a kind of curated mystique where the night feels a little looser and a little wilder. The Nashville space mixes statement art with a blend of masculine and feminine vibes, a fusion of bold lines and sumptuous refinement. It welcomes guests to enjoy the views, start conversations with nearby tables and let the evening unfold however it will. The service is cool, friendly, and not pretentious. Each floor has its own rhythm. Downstairs leans more polished with dark woods and plush banquettes that make you want to sink in, order a cocktail and stay awhile. Upstairs is smaller yet buzzing, bright and open with its own bar and laid-back charm. But the food is what centers everything. The filet mignon was outstanding, tender to the point of melting in your mouth and oh so flavorful. The Caesar salads were a surprise stand out, crisp and fresh with just the right amount of anchovy. The large portion of pasta bolognese arrived with generous bits of crispy pancetta, divine! Drinks were strong, balanced, and made well. The place was packed and the happiness and excitement were palpable. The proprietor, Craig, was there to oversee the opening. It felt like an event. I appreciate the $18 valet and the lot across the street that offers a similar rate for two hours. Craig's is an institution and seeing it rooted in Nashville feels like a gift. Thanks for bringing the magic here. read more

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Ambience is gorgeous. Service is fast but not a true "experience." Food is a 5/6 out of 10. It's just ok. I would've expected better. read more

Craigs - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Wonderful experience at Craig's! From cocktails, to apps, and mains - everything was great. Service was amazing too. They were super accommodating and reassuring for any allergies. Very nice ambiance as well, upscale. Would recommend for date night or work dinner. read more

Craigs - Chicken Parmesan - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

In visiting from Los Angeles for Thanksgiving week with the family and I was so excited to get a reservation at Craig's and bring my family. IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! As someone who frequents the LA location my standards are high. We started with pigs in a blanket, pepperoni pizza and the American chopped salad. Entrees we had the branzino, honey truffle chicken, chicken parm and the rigatoni vodka. All delicious! Drinks were great. Location great. Vibe was on point. Highly recommend! Nashville is lucky to have this gem! read more

From the moment you walk in, Craig's delivers an elevated dining experience--white tablecloths, warm wood paneling, and a polished, modern aesthetic that feels both sophisticated and inviting. The design is stunning, and the two-level layout adds a unique charm. The upstairs area offers a great vantage point overlooking the dining room, and discovering the second bar felt like a bonus we didn't expect. We arrived around 5 and had no trouble grabbing seats at the bar. Sitting at the bar was genuinely enjoyable--the staff was friendly, welcoming, and kept the energy upbeat. As the evening picked up, the bar did get busy, and this is where a bit more organization would elevate the experience even further. It wasn't always clear which bartender was covering which section, and a few times one bartender seemed overloaded while others were available. A little clarity on service zones--or smoother handoffs--would help. Once the crowd built, a lot of people started standing directly behind us waiting for seats or trying to order, which felt pretty tight and a bit claustrophobic. I'm not sure if there's a designated waiting area near the entrance, but if so, I'll look for it next time. It might also help if bartenders gently guide guests to the upstairs bar, which we didn't know existed until we explored. Food and drinks were a highlight. The calamari was delicious, and the Old Fashioned was exceptional--smooth, balanced, easily one of the best I've had in Nashville. The shrimp cocktail was the only miss for me (a bit too salty), but everything else was impressive. Valet was $18, which is a much better option than the nearly $40 garage across the street. Overall, Craig's is chic, fun, and exactly what the Gulch needed. Even with a few growing pains, the atmosphere, service, and quality make it a spot I'll absolutely return to. read more

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Great overall experience! Service was excellent. Food was very good. I got the branzino and it was wonderful. I also got the fresh baked chocolate chip cookies which were delicious. My friends enjoyed their dishes and cocktails as well. Will definitely be going back to try some other dishes. read more

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The food was amazing! Alec, Ira and Octavius made it worth the trip! This is the second time I've been to this beautiful restaurant. I will be back for sure. read more

I was in Nashville for a wedding and, like I usually do, I jumped online to look for steakhouses near where I was staying. Craig's popped up, I checked out the menu, it looked great, so I booked a table for my friend and me. After mentioning it to a few locals, everyone had good things to say, which got me excited. And let's be honest, that usually leads to disappointment. This restaurant was anything but. From the moment we walked in, the place was beautiful. The ambience and vibe were spot on, and the food was downright delicious. We ordered family style and went with steak, scallops, and rigatoni à la vodka, all recommended by our server. For sides, we did Brussels sprouts and corn, and that corn was absolutely unreal. What really makes a meal memorable, though, is the service. Our server, Deanna, was incredible. She was personable, funny, attentive, and made the experience feel genuinely special rather than just another night out at a restaurant. (5/5) Some meals are good, some are great, but the ones you remember are the ones that get everything right. Craig's did exactly that. Food, vibe, and service all nailed. If you're in Nashville and even thinking about a steakhouse, this should be at the top of your list. read more

Was so excited to try this place and loved the ambiance and all the artwork in the space! We started off having a really good experience then halfway through dinner our waitress just ignored our table and we had to flag down other employees to help us get a dessert menu, and another round of drinks. The food was amazing! We got the pigs in a blanket, margarita pizza, jalapeno creamed corn, and honey truffle chicken with cookies to finish off the night! We didn't get any bread and every other table did which was disappointing since I heard it was amazing. I would come again but hope the is better service. read more

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I had high expectations for Craig's but I thought it was average and nothing I would have to go back and have. It was also very very loud, even when sitting upstairs. We had the meatballs, Italian sausage pizza, rigatoni pasta and truffle fries. I would go back for a drink at the upstairs bar and dessert. The cookies and ice cream was good! read more

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Another wonderful meal at Craig's! James, at the upstairs bar, is the man! Excellent food, top quality drinks and the best service in town! If nothing else come in to see James! Quality! read more

Went to Craigs earlier this week. I saw some negative reviews that I think centered around brand new opening issues, but from our experience they got it all figured it out now. The service was extremely smooth and made it feel like they've been open for years. The chicken parm and bolognese are up there with the bests. Really enjoyed the hint of balsamic in the bolognese. The filet mignon had a unique twist being served on a potato ravioli, which was a nice touch. Also my mother in law that eats salmon quite literally every day said the salmon was one of her favorites. Last thing I'd highly recommend getting the chocolate chip cookies for dessert. Massive soft cookies. read more

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Craig's was AMAZING! You must get the pink sauce with the bread. We got several things and split them. The atmosphere is great, and our server was super sweet and friendly. We will definitely be returning! read more

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Loved my experience at Craig's Nashville Last night! Host stand was very attentive and kind and Cam was so accommodating when I requested a booth on the phone! Management is so kind loved Meeting Mike last night. Service was great but not excellent, servers have server assistants so be prepared to see more of them than your server! I would have loved to have my server interact with me more and be more attentive as I did have to grab a manager who was on the floor doing a table Update to ask for more pepper on my salad. But that is not to say our server was not kind and sweet! She was absolutely so kind but would have loved to see her more. Not sure how big server sections were but they seemed to all have only three tables each last night. Cocktail selection was great! And my father had a glass of wine, wine selection is amazing! I had a fernet and Coke so they do have a full bar! I will say food was mediocre at best! You definitely are paying for the atmosphere and the wine and cocktail selection! I got the American Chopped salad, which did seem to have more garbanzo beans than lettuce which overpowered the salad. But it was really tasty still! For my entree I got the filet, and being in the service industry I did not want to send my steak back but would have if our server asked how everything was tasting before I finished over half my meal. I got my filet cooked medium rare but it came out looking more medium to medium well. But I know kitchens being busy and this restaurant is so new a steak is hard to keep watch on! Loved the restaurant and loved the vibes, but definitely will be back just for the bar on the first floor, but will not be back for the food! read more

Absolutely recommend. Incredible food with lots of gluten free friendly options. Amazing cocktails and energy. The staff feels like family. Will definitely go back!! read more

Went here for my bday this year and they did not disappoint. Look and feel of inside is great. Service and food all on point A++++, can't wait to come back! read more

A must visit in Nashville! Service, atmosphere, food and drinks are all phenomenal. Chicken Parmesan was the most popular item for our group. read more

Was seated by the hostess and then waited 45 minutes until any waiter looked at us, gave us menus or even offered water. It was odd they were not even busy. Our waiter AJ or RJ can't remember exactly was very polite and apologetic it was clearly not his mistake but someone else's. He was great otherwise very odd experience. Food was ehhh key lime pie was incredible read more

My boyfriend and I went out for a casual Friday night dinner at 6:45. We were seated right by the door, it was very loud, our apps took over 30 mins and our mains took over an hour. We sat there twiddling our thumbs. Our waiter was very nice, but they seemed very understaffed or unorganized. Food was not flowing out of that kitchen. We thought the steak was not worth the price. Sub dinner experience. read more

We had Heather at Craig's Nashville for a girls' night out and she was phenomenal. So observant, very knowledgable and service oriented, and really helpful with selections. Highly recommend! read more

Craigs - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Honestly the food is mid. I've had better frozen pigs in a blanket from Kroger and better chicken parm from Olive Garden. For the price it's just not worth it. read more

I went to Craig's to celebrate my birthday and I am so glad I chose this restaurant to celebrate at! Unfortunately, they were running about 20 minutes behind on our scheduled reservation time, but due to this, they comped us three appetizers! It seems like everyone in the restaurant knew it was my birthday, each person on the staff that I interacted with wished me happy birthday. While we waited to be sat, we had a drink at the front bar, the bartender was so kind and welcoming. After our meal, we went to the upstairs bar where they gave my party and I a free espresso birthday shot. David, Cyndi and Christian (I believe that was his name) were all amazing! Can't wait to have more special dinners at Craig's. read more

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Having been to the LA location numerous times during my time in SoCal, I was super excited for Craigs to come to Nashville, but my visit tonight left much to be desired. First, the hostess was incredibly rude. Second, the food was not the same quality as LA. Our waitress was super nice, as was the doorman, but the hostess started our evening off on the wrong foot, and did not embody the Craigs atmosphere I came to love in LA. $500 check and subpar experience. Such a bummer. read more

Great dessert options. The rest of our meal was solid. Atmosphere is good but not what I was expecting. If you want to hear loud popular music from the past couple of decades, you'll love it. read more

The exterior of this restaurant is spectacular but that's where it ends. The interior is cramped and nothing special. Front desk staff is unwelcoming with an attitude. Service both times was unprofessional and not what you would expect at a nice establishment. . Let's give them an another chance since their location in LA is fantastic. Maybe they are just working out the kinks. read more

Appetizer's were incredible. Service was fantastic and I love the layout change. We had the Calamari and Meatballs which almost filled me up. Great drinks and food will definitely be back. read more

Megan Z. was the best server. So super nice. Best filet I have had in a long time. We will definitely be back. Valet was easy and quick too.