I visited Pastis Nashville with a small networking group of wedding professionals for our November Friendsgiving lunch, and it was such a wonderful experience from start to finish. The food was incredible, the atmosphere was lively but not over the top, and the service was excellent. We started with the cheese plate, and the brie with truffle honey was absolutely heavenly -- creamy, rich, and just the right touch of sweetness. For my main course, I ordered the moules frites (mussels and fries), and it was perfection. The sauce was garlicky and zesty without being overpowering, and the thinly sliced garlic on top added such a great flavor. The fries were perfectly crispy, and the dipping sauce (a mayo or hollandaise, I think) was delicious. For dessert, most of us chose the vanilla crème brûlée, which was one of the best I've had. The warm madeleine cookie served alongside it was such a unique and cozy touch. We also shared profiteroles for the table, and they were the perfect sweet ending. I'll definitely be back -- next time for dinner -- to try even more from this beautiful new addition to Nashville's dining scene. read more

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Unfortunately very underwhelmed with Pastis. This is a VERY generous 3 stars. Staff was great. Attentive. Hard working. Tons of employees. Ambiance - fantastic. Felt like a Chicago or NYC restaurant, packed, loud, pretty. Food- shockingly underwhelming. Wine as well. Escargot was below average. Doused in garlic/oil which tasted great. But the escargot itself- forgettable. Chicken paillard was good, side salad- great. Steak tartare- good! 7.5 out of 10, would recommend. Ravioli app - absolute joke. This was 2 out of 10. Fazoli's adjacent. Texture- non existent. Flavor- non-existent. Price/value: most underwhelming dining experience ever in Nashville. Pricing is absurd for the quality of food received. You can eat at Michelin Bib restaurants across the country and pay less & receive 10x value in food quality. Will be back to try a 2nd round. But not rushing it read more

It's a Starr group restaurant, so East Coasters who've been to their spots in Philly, DC, or NY will feel right at home -- the thematic decor is thoughtful but not kitschy; food is dependably high quality; and service is well executed. For now, it's relatively scene-y, and reservations are hard to score, but it's a worthwhile visit to have a predictably impressive meal. We loved the generous scallop crudo with passionfruit, as well as the ricotta ravioli. Both set the stage for three courses of great food. My husband had the filet with frites, and I had the poached shrimp salad with avocado. Both were really satisfying and well prepared. We also enjoyed the sticky toffee pudding dessert. Service was well coordinated and clearly expert. Our only blip of the night was right when we checked in: there were no fewer than 6 staff at and behind the host stand, but after we checked in, we were asked to step aside and had to wait in the busy entry for several minutes while the two people actively engaged in checking in and seating people worked through some confusion and cleared some kind of backlog (there were lots of empty tables, so that wasn't the issue) while the other four staff stood around. Hardly worth mentioning when the rest of the meal was so great--but it was the kind of unforced error that I haven't experienced before with Starr spots. read more

Absolutely fabulous! Appetizers fabulous Onion soup fabulous Entrées, fabulous Desserts fabulous Service fabulous Carrie was our server. Ambiance absolutely fabulous We can't wait to come back next week! This is a much-needed restaurant in the Nashville area. The only thing that I would say is to have some French music playing in the background. read more

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10/10 every time we have been to Pastis Nashville! The staff and service is incredible, the food is to die for! We have tried nearly all of the menu and keep coming back for more. Definitely our favorite restaurant in the city! Dinner is loud and bustling like a NYC or Parisian restaurant, if you prefer a quieter atmosphere brunch is the best bet. read more

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MARVELOUS! Splendid! Delicious! MAGNIFIQUE @pastis_nashville is a brilliant new addition to the culinary genius that has become #NASHVILLE. Scallops, Escargot, Beef Tartare, Gazpacho, Beef Bourguignon, and the best vanilla bean crème brûlée in town. I can't wait to come back and try so many other delicious treats. The atmosphere was filled with chatter, laughter and eager patrons. Gorgeous space and bar. Really a brilliant experience!!! read more

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Wonderful food and excellent service from not only my bartender waiter but manager of Pastis, Kyle and Luigi. The wine recommendation was spot on which was a Bordeaux from France, with fried artichokes as an appetizer followed be the trout almondine as a main entree. To top it off, the profiteroles were made from scratch better than the ones I had in Paris France !! read more

I used to live in DC and would frequent the Pastis there, so I was excited to hear Nashville was getting one of our own. And WOW! The vibe of the restaurant is unlike anything in Nashville. The food was excellent, but the Tuna Carpaccio and Profiteroles were standouts! It was my birthday and our server Luca was just the best. He made sure I felt special and was one of the better waiters I've ever had. Starr restaurants bring a level of service that is hard to beat. I cannot wait to go back!! read more

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Truly 5 stars, the food and cocktails were amazing. Service and atmosphere were great. We went to the NYC location a few months ago and loved it. Nashville was even better. Have to save room for dessert next time! read more

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Delicious, delicious, delicious! From the appetizers, to desert, the meal was just what we expected given Pastis had been an NYC staple. That's all. read more

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We had a 10/10 experience! I have been to the miami location and the Nashville location did not disappoint!! Our food was delicious, our server was very attentive and we cannot wait to come back! read more

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I visited for dinner with my friend, we made ressys for 9pm. Seated right on time, service was prompt, the food superb (I had the steak frites), the scene was equal parts dates, friends, groups- quite the scene. Tiny bit of minus with what felt like they were rushing us at to wrap up (can I box this?), it was late and there was no line, so why?, all good, it may have looked like I was done/paused, but then it was fine after that moment. I will return, I'm a creature of habit and I will have the superb steak again. read more

We are frequent visitors to Pastis. The service exceptional the food incredible! Please note... This restaurant is pricey, but well worth it! The only downside to Pastis (it's not their fault) is parking is horrible and the best choice is to valet. A special shout out to our waitress Kari. Please ask for her. She is very knowledgeable and will not steer you wrong. read more

Great food, cozy atmosphere and next level service! When for lunch and going back for dinner! read more

Pastis - Onion soup - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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My friend picked this spot for dinner while I was visiting Nashville, and it did not disappoint. The vibe was cool, the place was bustling, and everyone from the hosts to the servers to the managers was incredibly friendly and welcoming. It felt like controlled chaos, which I can absolutely respect. I ordered the French onion soup to start (delicious), followed by a perfectly cooked filet (also delicious). Highly recommend this spot to anyone visiting Nashville or to locals looking to add a new neighborhood gem to their rotation. read more

Pastis - Filet mignon. - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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This is one of Nashville's best. Yes, it's a bit pricey but still not crazy expensive for the quality you receive. The bar is all about the vibes and first come - so that is pretty great! I am a french onion soup lover and in my opinion, this is the best FOS in Nashville. I also love their non-alcoholic drinks from the bar. They have expanded to include lunch/brunch so there is now more availability for reservations. Don't sleep on Pastis. read more

So the restaurant was packed. I think there was a 45 minute wait on a table so I decided on the bar. I sat down and was promptly greeted by the bartender. Didn't explore the drink menu but they have a wide selection. It was loud in the restaurant because of the number of people but that did not stop me from having a bar conversation. Many items on the menu seemed appetizing but I wanted to go with the classic steak frites. The steak was cooked medium rare to my liking and the fries were perfect. The fries were thin and crispy. It was not a long wait for my food. Having lived in France twice, I can say this restaurant does remind me of France. I wanted to order the dark chocolate mousse for dessert, however I was informed it came with no fresh fruit. Im sure it still would have been delicious but I can be picky about my French food. Overall I enjoyed my dining experience. Pricey yes, but worth it for one visit. read more

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If you can get a reservation at Pastis, absolutely take it. The food is unreal from start to finish. I've had both the filet and the steak sandwich, and I still think about both of them way more than is reasonable. The filet was easily the best filet I've ever had. Cooked perfectly, exactly how I ordered it, and the sauce it comes with is ridiculous. I'd go back just for that alone. The steak sandwich is also incredible -- simple, full of flavor, and just one of those dishes where every bite hits. You'll be very happy you ordered it. And yes, the fries are awesome too. Bottom line: you really can't go wrong here. read more

This place is absolutely not worth the price. The pros are great ambience and great service. The cons are the food. We ordered the cheese platter, the Caesar salad, Boeuf Bourguignon, and the bolognese. The cheese platter was mediocre at best. The Caesar was pretty good. The Boeuf Bourguignon had a fairly simple sauce, and meat that was so overcooked it was almost inedible. The Bolognese was mainly fine except it had a specific ingredient that tasted almost like candied flowers? And that made it off-putting. For the price we paid for this food I was expecting a meal that was much much more enjoyable. We heard good things about this place but were just disappointed. read more

Seldom am I truly impressed with a meal in Nashville, but Pastis lived up to its reputation. One of the best meals I've had in town in a very long time. The filet was one of the best I've ever had, and I am always let down by steaks even at the best steakhouses. This one was incredible tender, perfectly cooked, and delicious. The fries were crispy and delicious also. We had the onion soup, escargot, ricotta ravioli, Caesar, sticky toffee cake, and the profiteroles. All were excellent. We tried two of the non alcoholic wines, which are usually underwhelming, but both the N.A. sparkling rose and the white wine were fabulous! Can't wait to go back and try more. Our server, Brian, was awesome! So kind and pleasant and had great recommendations. The restaurant itself was beautiful with such an elevated yet casual ambience that felt very European. read more

Pastis - Escargot, ricotta ravioli - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Went with three friends for a fun girls' night. There is free parking behind the building. I dropped my friends off at the front door, and it took 10 minutes on one lane roads and detours due to construction in the area to get back to their parking lot. The atmosphere is great, very Parisian and modern. Our server was VERY serious which was fine but a juxtaposition to our idea of having a fun girls' night out. We pointed out a celebrity at the bar and our server said he couldn't talk about it like he was in the CIA. There is complimentary bread and butter service. The butter was perfectly salted and creamy but the bread was just fine (about as good as something you'd pick up from a grocery store bakery). We had the deviled eggs which were good but pricey, the Burrata which was okay, the fried artichokes which were the right amount of salty and crispy, and the tomato tart which was good with a flakey crust and herbaceous goat cheese. My entree was the lobster frites which was excellent. The garlic butter on the lobster was the star. The fries were very crispy with good potato flavor. We shared crème brûlée, sticky toffee pudding and pistachio ice cream which were all in all excellent ends to the meal. Pastis was worth trying once, but a bit pricey and slightly pretentious for it to be a go-to spot for me! read more

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If I could give Pastis a 100 out of 10 for customer service I would - it was truly the best service I've ever had before. I booked a reservation online the day before, and received incredible communications ahead of time about parking, asking about whether it was a special occasion and other important info. When we got to the restaurant we were created by an incredibly friendly group of staff that sat us immediately at our table. The server was top notch - had lots of recommendations and answered all of our questions. We were visited by the manager that evening to check in on our meal. I left my glasses at the table and within 5 minutes I had a text message and a voicemail from the staff informing me of my error and provided me solutions on how to get them back into my possession. The day after our dinner I received an email and a text message following up on our meal and asking for constructive feedback. Truly have never had a more comprehensive and thoughtful approach to customer service as it relates to dining. As for the restaurant- it was absolutely adorable in its design and aesthetic; I felt like we were transported to a bistro in France. The food was superb. We had the ricotta ravioli (10/10), the half chicken (10/10) and the shrimp salad (10/10). Even the bread service and French butter was top notch h. My only regret was not going with more people so that we could order more things off of the menu. I can't wait to go back. read more

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This place is an outstanding addition to the Nashville food scene. The food is absolutely incredible. Everything they serve is so thoughtful. Phillip was our waiter and the service could not have been more spot on. He could fit in at any fine dining around the world. The beef stroganoff, shrimp salad and fried artichoke were all standout but so was everything else. Don't hesitate to dine here. The ambiance was as elegant as expected. read more

We went last night to celebrate our 32 anniversary and our youngest daughter just got her first job out of college. There is a lot of construction and very little parking. We parked in a lot nearby and paid $77 for parking which is ridiculous. The restaurant itself was perfect. The decor is very French cafe. They made an excellent dry vodka martini for me. One of my daughters had Le Banane which she let me taste. It was a tropical rum drink that had hints of bananas foster to it. My husband and other daughter just had wine. Appetizers were ricotta ravioli, tomato burrata, and pate. Daughters loved the ravioli- four ravioli that looked very dainty. Husband ate all of the pate. And the tomatoes they served with the burrata were lightly seasoned with salt and fresh basil. For pur mains the girls and I all got the steak frites. My filet was cooked perfectly medium rare, the sauce was so good, spicy and a slight saltiness. For dessert three of is got coffee and we had profiteroles, creme brulee. I think we all agreed that the profiteroles were our favorite, but the creme brulee was good. We all agreed that we would love to come back. read more

So this is a nice place and atmosphere, parking is a little tricky but ok. The steaks were good, not great. I was told the lobster is 2lb by the waitress, but it's basically a lobster split in half and you get no claws with it. The lobster tasted ok just wished the garlic butter wasn't painted on so thick. Took 2 days to get taste out of my mouth. For $76 it really isn't worth it. Fries are sub par, the spinach was good. Bar service took long time to get a second drink, by that time we were done eating. So for my wife and I, with steak, lobster, and 2 drinks a piece it was around $250 with tip. Food is mediocre at best so I would rather go to somewhere more upscale for the price. It's a great place to try once. read more

Pastis - Menu - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Loved the oysters, bread service, deviled eggs and the warm shrimp salad. My husband enjoyed the steak sandwich and frites. Cocktails and wine selection were on point. Service was excellent. We had a lovely table indoors but the outdoor patio looked very inviting! We'll have to give it a try next time. A wonderful dinner with family! read more

This is an embarrassment to French Cuisine. I will never be coming back to this restaurant. My partner and I specifically informed our waiter of a dietary restriction, which they said they were able to accommodate. Later I would find out that I was lied to, and that they did not fulfill my request and served me food I specifically told them I cannot have. Thinking this was one of the only restaurants in town able to do so, we returned three times. It was not until the fourth time we went that the manager informed us that the dish we'd been served is slathered in exactly the ingredient we told them we were allergic to. The fact that their waitstaff and kitchen so brazenly lied and/or carelessly disregarded our request shows a true lack of professionalism and care for their customers. Frankly I think it's disgraceful, as most restaurants are just willing to say "no we cannot accommodate your request" if that's indeed the case. I will be warning everyone I know not to come here. This is the first time in years of eating out I've ever caught a restaurant lying to me so flagrantly about what I was eating. As a former waiter of ten years, I am fully aware of how cardinal a sin this is. I would never have lied to a customer to make a sale, especially not with something regarding their health. The manager even had the gall to say that our allergy (it's an intolerance technically speaking) wasn't real. So if someone asking for a gluten free meal doesn't have celiacs disease does that mean they are "faking"? I have an intolerance to seed oils. They are lucky that this is not a deadly allergy and it only causes swelling and inflammation. The last time I'd gone to Pastis I woke up and my arm had swollen so large that my watch was cutting off circulation. I wasn't sure why, but now I know. Beyond this: NO French restaurant worth their salt uses Canola oil. Why you would use industrial lubricant poison that cannot be digested properly rather than butter, is beyond me. I guess this is what is to be expected from corporatized attempts at French cuisine. Shameful.. read more

This place is so amazing. The food was spectacular we both had the salmon and it was incredible. Our server was amazing and the ambiance is beautiful. It's a great spot for a date night, girl time and groups. It's s a new spot where I will be back read more

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Beautiful place, great ambiance, great service, food was hit or miss. Quiche was amazing, but cheeseburger was gristly and without much flavor, with meh toppings and bun and just boring fries ($27!). Two at our table had the Gruyère omelette, both found it flat (not fluffy) and over salted. One comment was it was like what Denny's serves but with better cheese. Fresh bread service and desserts (profiteroles and mousse) were awesome. They've made quite an investment in making the front of the house spectacular, but the kitchen needs a lot of improvement to make it a complete package. read more

Food was excellent along with our great server but the noise level was awful. Our table was next to the bar so those waiting on tables were literally right next to us and so loud we had to ask server to ask them to move away. Not a pleasant night even though food was delicious. Maybe weeknights are better. Also some of the employees need to dress better. I was shocked at a few of them. read more

Pastis is exactly like dining at a local neighborhood Parisian restaurant. The cuisine is French food, but not haut cuisine, i.e. boeuf bourguignon, hearty but not fancy. All the servers are professional servers so they help one another and service is very efficient. they took over a former heritage bar, so decorations and ambience are like being in a 1940s French restaurant. Fun. The only downside to patronizing this restaurant is totally out of their control, the streets and parking. The main street coming to the restaurant is now totally closed 24/7 for construction. However, you can easily get to the restaurant by taking Chestnut Street off of Eighth Avenue at the light, go app. 0.25 miles the three-way stop @ Hagan, left onto Hagan, immediate right onto Humphreys Street, go two blocks down turn left on Brown Street, 512 Houston Street is on your right. PARKING!! is terrible if you do not pre-plan. Note: I have no affiliation with this company at all. but if you use the Premium parking website or app you can find and reserve a space in either of their two designated parking lots less than 75 yards from the restaurant for $4.00 an hour. I got there very early, 515 when I left the parking lot was full so it may not work very well at 8 PM. read more

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Never thought we'd have French Cuisine in Tennessee! But what a hidden gem! The food was amazing! Wonderful ambiance! Service was outstanding! Highly recommend! read more

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Food is great, however, it's LOUD. I am not sure I would recommend for a business dinner, but definitely a great meal, energetic vibe and great service. I had the Steak Frites...it was fantastic! read more

Best Caesar salad I've ever had in my life and I'm a Caesar salad connoisseur. Immediately went back for a second time after going the first time. Luca was our server and he was the best!!!! Even gave us a free champagne toast at the end of our meal. read more

Pastis - Chocolate Mousse - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Food and service was amazing. Best Croque Madame I have ever had!! Quiche is amazing too. read more

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Great service and atmosphere. This is my favorite restaurant- brunch, lunch or dinner it's a 10/10 every time read more

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I am extremely let down. My first experience here, I was pleasantly surprised. I hadn't heard great things, but I thought the food was good. I decided to come back for an anniversary dinner. We wanted to go somewhere we knew we'd enjoy. However, we were very let down. The veal was extremely salty, almost unable to eat. The bar steak we received was completely raw. So much so that the waitress knew what we were going to say before we even mentioned it. Typically a restaurant takes the steak back and brings you back a fresh plate with a new cut of meat cooked to your liking. This was the exact same piece we had already cut into, just charred slightly longer. It took a significant amount of time to be re-served as it was the exact same piece of meat. I have never in all my years seen a restaurant give me the same piece of steak. We cut into it the second time: still undercooked. And it's not like we were asking for well done or medium. We asked for medium rare and still could barely eat it. Also, the cut of meat was very fatty and tendony. I am typically not one to ever complain about a meal, but considering this is such a fine dining experience, I wanted to enjoy my anniversary dinner. Finally, in a typical fine dining restaurant, this type of entrée would have been taken off our tab, especially considering the waitress noticed immediately what the issue was. However, we still paid full price. Typically when you let a restaurant know that it's your anniversary, they'll give you a glass of champagne or a small free dessert or something. They didn't offer us anything like that, and we had to pay full price for everything, including the dessert that we ordered. Also, when they brought out our dessert, it had a candle on it and they told us happy birthday. They clearly did not have any consideration for what we were celebrating. I thought I liked this restaurant, but unfortunately, I will never be returning again because of the steep prices and the unwillingness to accommodate for their mistakes. I promise I am not typically entitled to taking things off of my tab or getting free desserts, I just thought this was pretty ridiculous for a nice restaurant. read more

I'll start by saying the food was delicious. The service was not very good. The table was messy. I had to send a basic martini back twice which was very disappointing. No explanation was given and as many floor managers as they had around, not one came back to apologize for the mistake. I'll go back again but I was disappointed. read more

hyped place with overpriced 'French' regular food, skip it, save your money, service was good, at least that. Small NY stake w fries for 68 bucks, please!!! read more

Food was excellent. Onion soup, croque monsieur and profiteroles were fantastic. My friend had steak frites and gazpacho which I tasted and were also great. Dirty martini, Pinot noir and decaf were superb. Very loud inside. Could have done without the music pipes through but that was the only very minor complaint. read more

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