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    3.8 (462 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Micki P.

    Geist is absolutely beautiful inside and the holiday décor put me right in the Christmas spirit. The space itself is stunning, but the experience didn't quite match the setting. It was very expensive, the room felt uncomfortably cold, and even though we made a reservation months in advance, we were seated in a less-than-ideal spot. And, I realize it's minor and insignificant, but the bathroom was cold, bad lighting, and felt like I was in an outhouse. Did not like that part of my visit--HA! I ordered pasta and was pretty underwhelmed, especially for the price. That said, I'd consider going back--but likely just to sit at the bar for a drink and an appetizer to enjoy the atmosphere without committing to a full meal.

    Susan D.

    Stunning decor. I attended an annual conference and choose this location to dine with a former colleague/friend who I only see once a year. The food and ambience exceeded expectations. We shared appetizers (tuna was delish) and both had fish that was exceptional. We ordered one dessert to share- the server brought a second one to make up for a slight service disruption (unecessary but appreciated). Not inexpensive but quality and taste was worth it. Weather was perfect for outdoor covered dining. Parking in the back. Just far enough away from the Music City Center that we avoided running into other attendees.

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    Jessica M.

    Great holiday vibes all around. From the moment you walk up to this restaurant you are met with the merriest vibe ever. The service was good and the food was great; such a cutesy experience with the girls. We ordered a cinnamon roll for the table. Shrimp and grits, chicken and waffles, and a cheeseburger. The cinnamon was oozing with flavor and by far the best thing we ate.

    Chelsea V.

    I went to Geist during the holidays and I'll start by saying the place is absolutely beautiful. The decorations alone make you want to sit and take everything in. Lindsay, the manager, was genuinely helpful when my OpenTable reservation glitched. She fixed it without making it a big deal, which I appreciated. The hostesses were also really sweet and got us seated right away. The service at the table was fine, but our waiter didn't seem very warm. He wasn't rude, just not very friendly, which stood out in a place that looks this inviting. The food was the real letdown. The bread was great, honestly the best part of the meal. The pesto risotto was way too heavy and didn't taste balanced at all. The filet dish didn't feel like actual filet mignon. It was fatty and didn't have the quality you'd expect for the price. At the end of the day, you're paying for the vibe, not the food. The space is gorgeous, but for the cost, I could have gone to Mastro's or Fleming's and had a much better meal. I probably wouldn't go back for dinner, but the atmosphere was nice to experience once.

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    Patty L.

    The decor at this spot was adorable and definitely ideal for some photos. We had a reservation and arrived about 20 minutes early. Unsure why we waited 45 minutes to be seated. I assume it was busy. Although our group of 4 were the only ones relegated to wait outside, when we watched smaller parties walk in. Coming out, after we ate, those waiting for a seat outside has grown. This was at around 10am. We were guided to a seat in the patio which had cute patio chairs, Christmas decorations, greenery, and each table had two blankets in case you got cold. Quite thoughtful. The cocktails were tempting, but I stuck with water. The food was delicious! I went with the smoked salmon benedict cause thats something I cant resist but I had a bite of the steak and eggs and cinnamon roll which were tasty in their own way. I appreciated how attentive our server was and ensuring we didnt want for anything. If im in Nashville again, this would be a spot I'd visit again. I do want to note that when I went into the restroom to wash my hands, it was nice to see that this restaurant had multiple areas; a bar, inside dining, and i think a basement. The women's restroom was crowded though. 5 women in line. I believe only 2 stalls. Just something to be aware of, that it does get crowded.

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    Robyn J.

    First time eating here, and we snagged a reservation the Friday before Thanksgiving week. We started at the bar and had a drink while we waited for our table to be ready. Had a great time talking to one of the bartenders who was from New Orleans (we lived in the same neighborhood!). She was a hoot. The place was decked out for the holidays. Even without that, it seems like a special atmosphere. Service was fine, food came out with good timing. Everything we had was tasty. It's a bit on the pricy side (my perspective) but the portions are quite large, so we shared everything that we ordered. We probably could have gotten by with one less dish. We had the fig salad, pesto risotto with salmon, white bolognese pasta and Brussel sprouts. In the current food scene that is Nashville, it's tough to be special, to rise above everything else. The food here was VERY GOOD, meaning that we ate every last bite. I just wouldn't say that it quite has the wow factor that some of the newer places have (The espresso martini was an example of this too. Good, not elevated) However we would definitely come back! Sitting at the bar for drinks and charcuterie might be our next visit! Get a resy if you can!

    Jodi F.

    This place was amazing! Visiting from out of town and super happy we came here for our girls weekend brunch. Delicious food with very aesthetic decor. Loved everything about it here from the greenery and adorable hot air balloons to the southern hospitality (friendly service). This place has so much charm and I highly recommend it.

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    Steve N.

    We were fortunate enough to be in Nashville for the first weekend of Geist being all decorated for Christmas. The decorations are fantastic and the various rooms are eye catching. Plenty of social media worthy photos to be had if that is your vibe. The food was outstanding! We were there for brunch and the group had fried chicken sandwich, avocado toast, biscuit and gravy with top with fried chicken. No one was disappointed. Our waiter was beyond friendly and was very attentive. Geist is a must see during the holiday season and you will certainly enjoy the food as well!!

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    Matthew S.

    This spot strikes the perfect balance between elegant and casual. I was here for dinner with colleagues, so I didn't snap photos of everything, but we started with a charcuterie board and bread. The bread was made with pineapple juice like an upgraded version of store bought Hawaiian rolls and it was absolutely fantastic. Pictured is the sea bass, which was light, fluffy, and juicy, served over a bed of vegetables. A great choice if you're a fish lover! My colleagues ordered the lamb chops and beef tenderloin, and both raved about how delicious they were. Our waiter was outstanding he was friendly, knowledgeable, and full of great recommendations. He even shared some history about the building's transformation, which made the experience even more special. Bonus points: I couldn't help but notice every table around us was enjoying their meals, and honestly, everything I saw coming out of the kitchen looked amazing. If you're ever in Germantown, Nashville, this is a must try in my opinion.

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    Michelle C.

    Enjoyed a recent brunch here to enjoy the Christmas decorations. I would suggest asking to sit in the main areas to enjoy the decor. We sat on what seemed to be deck area and was ok with decor. But, after eating walked around and was able to soak in all the decor. They have some great photo opportunities as you walk out too. A+ for the decorations. The avocado toast was probably rated the best at the table with yougurt side rated best next. The club was very big, but just felt like a sandwich with no real flavor. The burgers were ok and fries were good. I believe fries are served with all sandwiches. The table next to us ordered pancake and that looked good. We didn't come necessarily for the food, but instead the experience.

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    Elizabeth N.

    We went to this restaurant right before Christmas. This place is beautifully decorated in every room with the most gorgeous lights, trees and or ornaments. Even the outside is decorated! The menu is not big, not a ton of drink options, but everything we ordered was amazing. We had the crispy pork belly appetizer which was amazing! The rigatoni was a duck confit and very tasty. My husband ordered the beef tenderloin and the filet was cooked to perfection. The fried brussel sprouts were nice and crunchy, very flavorful. Our waiter was helpful with making recommendations and even explained the history of the place to us too, it used to be a Blacksmith shop! I recommend coming here when it's decorated for Christmas just for the pictures, but go at anytime for the awesome food!

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    Holly V.

    Food was great, but don't come here thinking it's cheap, as it's one of the pricier places around. The drinks are great too. My crew and I had several cups of the mulled wine because we were sat out in the "white room" next to the window when it was NINETEEN degrees outside with absolutely no warmers. They did bring us blankets but we had to wear our coats. When I say it was that cold, it was that cold. I'm not even exaggerating when I say you could see our breath as we talked. Docking one star because they need better heating methods, they still get 4 stars for ambiance, service, food and drinks.

    Catia L.

    This was our first time to Geist. We really wanted to sit in the garden, but it was unfortunately unavailable since it is FCFS. However, the inside was still cute with the brick and the lighting. Our server was nice enough, but nothing amazing. He seemed a little annoyed we wanted a mocktail, but no biggie The smoked salmon benedict and the fried chicken sandwich was really good as well as the mocktail version of the Barracude even if 80% of the drink was ice lol. The steak and eggs was underwhelming due it to being underseasoned and the chimichurri sauce tasted a little too acidic.

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    Ask the Community - Geist

    What is the typical dress for an early midweek dinner?

    Dressy casual. Jeans and a nice shirt or blouse are nice. Or a sun dress.

    Is it kid friendly?

    Yes. They have patio seating too.

    Is it Dog friendly?

    the outdoor patio is!

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    Sauced

    Sauced

    (30 reviews)

    Germantown

    I visited Sauced with my husband last weekend when we were back in Nashville for a weekend. I…read morecouldn't have loved it more. It's a great wine bar with an amazing selection of natural wines, delicious food, the best service, and an amazing ambiance. What's not to like? Sauced works a little bit differently than a lot of wine bars. We walked in and were welcomed right away. When we grabbed seats at the bar (there are also tables), our bartender (I feel terrible that I'm not 100% sure of his name since we had such a great time with him - but I'm pretty sure it was John) asked us about wines we like or are drawn to. They don't have a printed menu - they ask you what you like or are in the mood for and then they they'll pour you tastes until you find something you love. Then they have several fridges of bottles you can purchase and open. And their selection here is also great. We saw bottles by several winemakers we stalk (when we see, we usually buy). The wines our bartender recommended (based on our tastes and preferences) were great, too. They also have a great menu of food items - great for a meal or a snack. We ordered their mortadella sandwich, which will likely go down as one of my favorite sandwiches of the year (great bread, tons of mortadella, pistachio cream, gooey melted cheese)... I think I covered this already, but the service was excellent: attentive (we didn't have empty glasses for long at all before we were involved in a conversion about what we wanted to pour next), friendly, helpful... The bar itself is also great - tons of character: walls with smoke from candles, great lighting, little intimate nooks for seating... I had a great time at Sauced: great wine, great food, a great time. I'm not in Nashville as often as I should be (in laws), but I'd be happy to visit Sauced every time I'm in Nashville. Sauced might be an outpost of a Brooklyn wine bar, but Nashville is still so lucky to have it. Most cities don't have a wine bar as great as Sauced.

    Came here for a girlfriend's birthday and thought it was a great vibe. My biggest complaint is just…read morethe lack of transparency on pricing. While I enjoy getting to talk to the bartender about what I like or may want to try, if they're busy, I don't want to just spend all of our time asking them the price of things. We definitely had a little sticker shock at the end of the night, but this was also my first time here so that could be something I just wasn't expecting! Aside from that, the service and wines were great. So while it isn't somewhere I see myself putting in my weekly rotation, it's a nice option for a special occasion or nicer evening.

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    The Authentique

    (66 reviews)

    Eastwood

    ound this place on TikTok and as a wine lover, I couldn't resist. My husband made a reservation to…read morestop in for a drink before our wedding anniversary dinner, and wow... what a fantastic find. The Authentique truly feels like a little piece of France tucked into East Nashville. The décor, the vibe, hearing so many different languages around us, it honestly felt like being back in Europe. They have one of the most impressive wine lists I've seen in the city, and if you're indecisive like me, the wine flights are the way to go. We did the Tour de France flight, my husband went with the whites, I did the reds, and everything was incredible. The Beaujolais, Pinot Noir, Chards (yes, because we of course shared haha)... just wow. We paired it all with steak tartare (yes, they have French bites too!), plus they offer charcuterie boards, crepes, and more. Definitely coming back for those. Bonus: every Tuesday they host wine tastings at the bar led by their sommelier, each week with a different theme, mostly French and other European wines. tickets can be purchased in their website Huge thank you to Alexander for walking us through the whole concept. We finished the night with a beautiful Blanc de Blanc to toast our anniversary. What a gem in Nashville, can't wait to be back.

    We visited Authentique for a themed wine class and we had SUCH a great time! Brock, the instructor…read morewas so fun, so knowledgeable, and we had a great experience. We're getting married in Italy so we specifically were interested in the Italian themed tasting, but they do different themes every Tuesday and the owner Alex seems just as enthusiastic about French, Italian, and just any wine really. We ordered the raclette charcuterie board (for 2) which was a special, and it was so fun! You get to melt the cheese right in front of you, and eat at your own pace. And OBVIOUSLY we had to end the night with a Nutella banana crepe, which is the lightest, tastiest thing to ever grace your lips.

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    Love And Exile

    (69 reviews)

    Love & Exile was the perfect quick stop before a concert nearby--though I'll admit we almost wished…read morewe had more time there! We came by for happy hour and light bites and were pleasantly surprised by their great deals. The $5 glasses of wine (plus a few other happy hour options) made it an easy choice. With the amazing early spring weather, we opted to sit outside in their patio garden area, which was such a cute and relaxed spot. For food we ordered the bruschetta, whipped goat cheese, and meatballs. The whipped goat cheese was the clear standout--it came with blueberry compote and hot honey so you could go sweet or slightly spicy. The blueberry compote with the goat cheese was honestly to die for. The bruschetta was also really tasty with great flavor, and I appreciated the thinner crostini slices.The meatballs came with three generously sized meatballs and were good, but not quite as standout as the other two dishes. Service at the bar was a little slow, but I honestly felt bad because there was only one bartender handling an increasingly busy bar. Despite that, the food actually came out fairly quickly. Overall, it's such a cute little spot in East Nashville with a great happy hour and lively atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!

    ONE OF THE BEST BARS IN EAST NASH!!! No joke- the vibe, the…read moredrinks, the music are so great. They just redid their menu and added a lot more food options and now I'm even more obsessed. I got the rosemary chicken sandwich and I have no notes. Their house made Pinot Noir is my go to but their cocktails are really good too! You can talk easily without being drowned out by too much noise and they have an amazing option for inside and outside hang. This place is 10/10 with their new food options and quality!

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    Van Gogh Wine Bar

    (48 reviews)

    East End

    Had the Seared Scallops, they were amazing! Chef Kevin even delivered our appetizer to us and…read morevisited with us ! The pricing was reasonable and definitely 5 stars, looking forward to coming back on my next visit! The location was great and the vibe inside of the restaurant was very relaxing!

    The curse of Rumours continues!…read more I don't know that any business can survive this address. My first BW review of the year and it seems to have come as a surprise. Whispers abound as to whether the issue at VG was a rent hike or whether the owner just lost interest. In any event, it's the same sad story at the corner of 12th and Woodland. And that's too bad because VG acquitted itself nicely. On a Friday in mid-spring it was the exact right place I wanted to be to catch up with a friend. That backyard has been the stuff of legends for every iteration for a reason. If you've been here for a while, you know the score: walk in the front, smile, be greeted, ask for a table outside. That's just what we did. But before that we got drinks. Being a wine bar and being happy hour and being a Friday we went all in on the house red sangria. Served in a pleasantly large goblet, this goodie jar of wine and fruit did the job of quenching thirst and spurring conversation. To add to the libations, we settled on a series of bites: whipped feta (with sourdough -- and every bit of decadent as described in other reviews), olive tapenade (a briny, mound of oil, citrus and herbs) and (skinny) fries with parmesan & white truffle oil. Right?? What a perfect way to end the work week and begin the weekend. We had wonderful service from Abby and stayed on premises well into sundown. There was a steady crowd throughout our visit so I don't think a lack of business was the COD. Whatever the reason, it sort of boggles the mind that a wine bar concept can't stick around in a neighborhood and location that seems to crave it. That curse might be real.

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    Bad Idea

    (95 reviews)

    East End

    We had such a great experience at Bad Idea Restaurant! The place is beautiful with a relaxed, chill…read moreatmosphere--perfect for unwinding and enjoying good food. Everything we ordered was delicious. The service really stood out. Even though we came straight from a yoga class in workout clothes, we were treated so warmly. The owner and staff greeted us kindly and made us feel very welcome. Highly recommend for great food, great vibes, and genuinely friendly service!

    Bad Idea is located within an old church sanctuary and the vibe is seriously so cool. We want to…read morecome back just to sit at the bar or on the couches and hang out! Food was good, starting with their pimento cheese and chicken bcnuggets. I found the chicken to be most interesting out of the two - a fun and elevated take on a chicken nugget, especially if you like dill! For the entrees, we split the Spanish octopus and chicken forestiere. Octopus had great flavor, but we found it to be a bit small for its price point. The chicken forestiere, on the other hand, was a great portioned dish with phenomenal flavor. A must have from our perspective! We ended the meal with the banana pudding, which was fantastic. Drinks were very good, however, we felt the old fashioned was a bit overpriced at $25. We also felt the service was a little lacking - food was timely, but drink service was slow....waited for a second glass of wine for quite a while. Overall, giving this one a 4/5.

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    Henrietta Red

    (638 reviews)

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    Germantown

    Been meaning to try this place - it's quickly turned into one of my Nashville favorites! Restaurant…read moreitself is located in Germantown and has a lively modern coastal vibe to it. We sat at the oyster bar, which was a cool spot to watch the kitchen in action. We ordered the whiskey rebellion and the gold rush for a drink - both good, but the whiskey rebellion was definitely better. We started with the octopus and smoked fish dip - both absolute must do's! The octopus was so unique - lightly fried and was served similar to calamari. The smoked fish dip was so fresh and flavorful - not your run of the mill smoked dip! For the entrees, we had the mussels and fettuccine with a side of carrots. Mussels were good, but as expected with this dish. The fettuccine was seriously fantastic - you gotta try this one! Living just a couple blocks away, I am excited to have a new favorite within a stone's throw. Can't wait to go back and order new things!

    Really fun place !! Highly recommend attending for celebrations. They actually printed out menus…read morecelebrating my friend's birthday which was such a cool touch. Street parking is pretty accessible and they have a small parking lot a short walk away. Their menu is excellent and offers so many options. They recommend sharing and ordering a few different plates. The risotto really took my friends and I by surprise & the gnocchi was delicious. Not a lot of vegetarian options but the kitchen was able to make some modifications !

    Geist - cocktailbars - Updated May 2026

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