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.

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.

Cute little place to sip some wine and try some small plates. We tried the Brussel sprouts (half…read moreserving was more than enough!) and the caprese. I thought both were ok, nothing super memorable, but tasty nonetheless. Maybe it was just my taste, but the sprouts were a little too charred for me. Found free street parking not too far from the restaurant. Our waitress gave us good wine recs which I appreciated! I liked all the Van Gogh artwork, especially the paper mache ear!

I was very impressed by Butterlamp! This place is within walking distance from me and I have never…read morebeen. Honestly, I under estimated them. Originally when I heard about this place I thought hmmm why would I go to a ~just~ a bread place? I thought, Im a girl who likes to eat I need more. Well, this place was suggested by a friend to catch up. I completely miss judged butterlamp- of course, I should've known to give it a try. Located at the back of the building you can enter through going around back or walking through the building. Its a small place, but they have tables and bar seating. The wine menu is glorious. So much to choose from. I like how you order at the bar because it gives you a chance to see what everyone else is drinking as they keep the open bottles up front. I asked the staff what I should order based on wanting a chilled red. They gave me tow options. I chose a Nebbiolo and loved it! We ordered two "bread with stuff". We got the pumpkin and the french onion. Both were amazing! We went at 2 pm so it was the perfect snack. They did have a fairly diverse menu. Music was upbeat and chill and at the perfect volume to have an enjoyable conversation. They also sell loaves of bread to go, which of course we got.

What a great little gem! A quaint location in a residential area, an excellent wine menu, delicious…read moreAustralian-inspired bites with friendly and knowledgeable service. I now know what a jaffle is and can tell you it's a toasted sandwich that you should definitely try. We sat inside since it was a bit chilly but would love to come back again and share some wine and small plates on the patio.

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.

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.

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!

Kelly, and the team, made our visit so much fun! We always try to find a local bartender to connect…read morewith when we travel. They always know where to play, eat and stay away from! Her smile, conversation and connection made us go back on night two. Sharing fun stories, yummy Focaccia Bread, amazing cocktails, craft beer surrounded by the waterfall sounds of the Opryland Resort, made this bar a must visit on your visit. Say hi to Kelly for us!

We needed a quick late night supper and some of our travel-mates recommended Ravello. This bar is…read moreadjacent and we ate here instead to get a quicker seating. (The Wine Bar is adjacent to the restaurant and has an abbreviated menu.) Service was OK but it was expensive. I do NOT mind a smaller portion of pasta but my cacio e pepe looked like it was off the kid's menu. Again, I didn't need a giant serving but I thought that's what I was getting because of the price. We also weren't offered salads or any bread. I am glad that the Gaylord does offer some later evening dining options though!

One of my favorite casual hangs in East Nashville, with some of my favorite pizza, Urban Cowboy is…read morea no brainer for anyone looking for an all seasons casual outdoor hangout with a group. I've seen this spot through multiple iterations but the outdoor area, which features a variety of kitschy tables (covered and uncovered, fire pits and blankets in the cooler months, and extremely delicious wood-fired pizza courtesy of New York outpost Roberta's, make this a favorite spot for me. I love that I can meet up here with a large group and no reservations and there is something for everyone. Really tasty, reasonably priced cocktails or NA options, a great shareable food menu (the bee sting pizza and the pizza rolls are truly not to be missed!) It's also one of the rare spots I actually crave coming to when it gets a little chilly outside because the outdoor fire pits and flannel blankets make it such a cozy fall vibe! My book club often requests that we meet here when it gets s bit chilly since it's dog friendly and really easy for a small group to have their own space for a hangout. Parking on the street can get a bit busy during oral times, but I'm always able to find a spot within a block walking distance. Service is fast and friendly, and you never have to wait long to order, even if it is more crowded (as it can be in good weather days and weekends.) There is a covered indoor space if there's inclement weather, so you're not just limited to outside. This is truly an East Nashville classic and well lived by locals for a reason.

Fave spot in Nashville! Great drinks and my wife's favorite pizza ever! Bartenders are cool and we…read morelove the outside seating during the day or night.

What a cutie patootie little place hidden amongst the trees at Five Points. Appropriatly named and…read moreI loved sitting on the patio. Didn't feel like I was right in the heart of bustling East Nashville - felt like a little retreat. The service was great and so patient with us as we were quite indecisive. Especially since it was a new menu and there were no pics online (then I totally forgot to take pics to help future yelpers not fall to my fate, alas!). I landed on the French Toast Bread Pudding. It was quite heavenly, but I do wish it was a bit bigger for the price... My friends both got the Avocado Toast and a few of us ordered sides of chicken sausage (and yeah, that was good and they were also a good size, plus 3 links were included in each order). We finished quite quickly but were in a deep convo about who knows what, but never felt rushed to leave (probs as it was kind of between service times, but still, appreciated). Def need to go back for Dinner and another little retreat!

Overview: 5/5 At first I wasn't sure what to expect with…read morethis place. Looked like it was in a sketchy neighborhood. But we chalked it up to God. Ambiance : 5/5 They had amble indoor and outdoor seating to accommodate small intimate tables and larger groups. We opted for indoor seating for the cushion seats. Food/Drink 5/5 Outstanding meals with a Michelin Star presentation. I had the Halibut dish and my wife had the Beef tenderloin. They change the menu seasonally. Service : 5/5 Mallory was very pleasant and attentive. She got out orders right and even brought us a complementary champagne toast to celebrate our 7th year anniversary Conclusion : Not a cheap night out but if you want an eclectic dining experience give it a go

Steven was amazing! Had such a great time. Would come back just for Steven. Greatest server everread more

Steven was an incredible server and made our Easter Brunch. Thank you for the great recs!read more