We were in Nashville for a few weeks and passed Luogo every day to and from work…read more It looked beautiful, it was always packed, so one night we decided to stop in. We know why it's packed now. The interior is stunning, the service was on point. Professional and personable at the same time. We had the pleasure of sitting outside on a beautiful evening. It was perfect. We started with the tuna tartare and marinated octopus. I'm iffy when it comes to octopus. If it isn't done right, it's horrific. This was so tender, sliced thin, and was a perfect bite with the chilled potatoes. The tuna tartare was equally as good, but the octopus stole show. The tuna has a burnt orange vinaigrette around the outside of the plate. It's more than just a garnish. Make sure you get a bite with the tuna. For dinner we had the bolognese, duck ragu, and braised short rib. All three dishes melted in your mouth. The duck was my favorite, I added a little whipped ricotta to each bite and it was just 10/10. For dessert I asked if they could make a pistachio martini, and gave them the ingredients. Their bartender hadn't heard of one, free poured it, and absolutely nailed it. The cannoli filling was too sweet and too thick for me. It tasted like thick buttercream icing. Personal preference, but I prefer a lighter filling. All in all, I would say don't walk to Luogo...RUN. Reservations are highly recommended.

Loved it. A very interesting Sicilian influence right from the bread sticks. I had the "grilled…read moreCaesar Salad", arancini, carpaccio, and the lobster fettuccine. I was intrigued by that grilled Caesar and it was interesting (you should add the anchovies since they come in the side) , the rest had lots of that Sicilian spice that I love in a delicate fashion. Service was on time and very warm and comfortable. The wine list, very Italian favored, I was very lucky with my "shoot from the hip" selection (some brunello di moltsnccino) red), I'm a Spaniard wine guy. For dessert we ordered a tiramisú and I was shocked because it came served in an espresso machine, which took me back to my childhood. The only thing that didn't cut it was the Rob Roy, new bartender generations must learn how to fix the oldest and best appetitive. All around one the very best places I have eaten in Nashville, Tennessee since 1988.

Bret G. was the best! Enjoy every recommendation that he had was amazing! He was on point with…read moreeverything and his service really spoke volumes! He is just all around amazing. I recommend him 100%. It was my first being here and I'll come back for the food, drinks, and Bret G.

Went to Pelato's for the first time last week with a large group of coworkers. When it was decided…read morewe all wanted Italian, Pelato's was immediately recommended. Only one of us had been to Pelato's so this was a fun experience. The food was absolutely delicious. We all shared the Potato Croquettes, Meatballs, Escargot, Burnt Broccolini, Garlic Bread, Chicken Parm, Radiatori Vodka, Stuffed Mushrooms, and Stromboli. Everything was delicious and would order again. However, the star of the show for me was the Radiatori Vodka, Burnt Broccolini, and Garlic Bread. The Radiatori Vodka was a thick radiatori pasta made in house. The pasta held a lot of the delicious vodka sauce and had just the right amount of spice to it. Even if you aren't a fan of "spicy" you would still enjoy this dish. The Burnt Broccolini was amazing. When our coworker suggested Pelato's, this was the dish that she raved about and she was correct. I didn't realize broccoli could taste this good but they found a way with just the right amount of char and lemon. The Garlic Bread, although sounds basic and plain had a garlic/cheese sauce that was out of this world. One thing to know and the waiter informed us right away is that these are "small plates". The idea is you order several dishes for the table and share. Our waiter was very friendly and knowledgeable and told us what dishes we should order two of so everyone at our table could try. The atmosphere was semi-casual. We went on a Wednesday evening and they were very busy. We had a reservation and I would highly suggest making a reservation before you go. I'm sure they can still get you in without a reservation but seeing how busy they were on a Wednesday I would highly suggest making one before you go.

We had such an amazing time! Food was extraordinary and the staff was so attentive. Alli was the…read moreBEST!! She made us feel so welcomed and made sure we were able to get our order placed expeditiously. Our out of town guests were very pleased with our suggestion of PennePazze! Romi, great job!!!

4.5 This place was…read moreincredible. Very modern Italian vibe with an amazing drink selection. I even found an Italian beer that blew me away. We got the carbonara, which was wonderful, a pepperoni pizza they drizzle honey over (something I always love), and a lasagna baked to perfection. Every single dish delivered. Overall the drinks, food, and atmosphere were all amazing. A little pricey, but every bit worth it.

We love Salento! Excellent Italian cuisine! Feels like eating in Italy as the pasta is fresh and…read morethe sauce is delicious! Also enjoy the Chicken Parmesan so yummy! Fabulous atmosphere upstairs dining or on the screen in patio!

Visiting Nashville, we wanted a nice dinner and were impressed by the reviews for Salento. It was…read moreclose to our hotel so we headed over. The restaurant is in a complex of several establishments. The dining room decor is modern with seating on two levels. When we arrived, we had to wait a few minutes to be seated as the restaurant was fairly busy on a Monday night, I assume due to the happy hour special that runs all night. We ordered the bruschetta appetizer to start and some drinks. The appetizer came out promptly and was nicely done, with plentiful helpings of burrata and cherry tomatoes layered with balsamic pearls. The pearls have the appearance of caviar so it was a pretty and flavorful twist. Unfortunately, that was the end of the positives. Our dinner entrees included the chicken parmesan and grilled salmon. Both were overcooked and the salmon in particular (I asked for it to be rare in the center) was so throughly cooked it had a very grainy texture. The sauce was bland and the pasta overly soft. Service was pretty one-note as well, not rude but not particularly attentive either. Dinner ran $120 with tip including two cocktails and one beer. Really disappointing.

Trattoria Il Mulino is attached to and affiliated with the Hilton Hotel. It was a dark and stormy…read morenight when the 4 of us rolled into Nashville. After checking in, we wandered over to Broadway and clueless to dinner options. At one point we ended up at The Palm, which is was perhaps had too much of an expense account dinner vibe. The menu was solid, but not what we wanted to experience or pay for. Gayle and I don't dine out often or at Italian restaurants. But this one was a bit of a treat in terms of service, nicely wooded decor, a nice booth, and really stellar service. I enjoyed mussels (with bread) and a nice glass of dry Riesling. The rest of the table were treated to some nice pasta or salad dishes, while the evening settled into a nice and reasonably priced Welcome to Nashville dinner.

Ah the right service can make all the difference. Karen and her team of two were great, from the…read morewine through every course. What a great evening in this lovely comfortable space (and the booths are much better than a table in a high traffic area). Food was excellent--the rich creamy fettuccini really didn't need a salmon accompaniment. And the bruschetta--certainly the best in the city. Count us in as regulars.

i had the lasagna ! It was excellent…read more Fresh baked bread was also great. Oh, The Amalfi Glow ( Italian Margareta) was very tasty. Prices we very reasonable, particularly compared to the bars on Broadway.

It was our first time at Ophelia's, went in on Monday for lunch and it wasn't busy at all. It was…read morespacious with fun decor. We were a little disappointed that their lunch menu was limited and we weren't able to order dinner for lunch. So we got the Caesar salad and truffle pizza. The salad was good and the pizza didn't have a flop which I loved. My cocktail was alright. I guess it's a good spot to go to if you're in the area. I don't know that we'd drive just to go eat there.

We went to dinner for a bachelorette dinner. The restaurant is huge with a great vibe! And the…read morestaff is friendly and knowledgeable. We had Champagne and a few pizzas. The Margherita was fantastic! And we really enjoyed the Lallier Brut. I would absolutely go back the next time we are in Nashville.

Atmosphere - The restaurant has tons of seating both inside and outside. It is was packed at 6:30pm…read moreon a Wednesday evening. It was very noisy and made it difficult to have a conversation across the table. Service - our server was very pleasant, but service was extremely slow. In fact bar service was ridiculously slow. Food - I ordered the filet mignon which was recommended by our server. It was cooked to the temperature requested. It was not as tender as I had hoped, but it tasted good. Overall - this is a trendy place specializing in wine, located a block off of a street that is all about beer. In general, I not inclined to return.

You know it's a good meal when I took photos at the beginning and end only. Best Hugo in Nashville…read morecurrently for me. Pastas were superb. I think we ordered the entire menu, but I never felt too full afterwards. I could tell I was eating amazing quality. The dessert is something I still dream of. No words!

Came here for dinner and it was a great experience! The staff were able to squeeze us in at a table…read moredespite not having reservations so it was greatly appreciated! The service was great and our server was super kind and knowledgeable about the menu! For dinner, we started with the garlic bread. It was on the sweeter side for me but still good! We got the cacio e Pepe, vodka pasta, mushroom fettuccine, and the agnolotti doppio. The vodka sauce was a little too thick and chunky and the mushroom fettuccine was fine. The cacio e Pepe was really good and my favorite was the agnolotti doppio. It was lemony and unique and the perfect summer pasta! We got the Dubai chocolate sundae for dessert! The froyo itself was okay but the combo with the Dubai chocolate was delish!

Another place with no name on the outside in a cute neighborhood. Once inside, we loved the…read moreintimate dining room, they were very welcoming and we enjoyed the view of the kitchen. Laine, our waitress was wonderful and explained everything on the menu and had some suggestions. The sourdough bread with seaweed butter was outstanding and the appetizer of Stracciatella with fresh english peas, prociutto and batarga was the highlight of the night. We had the Clam Linguine with clams, lardons, mandarin and chives and also the Rigatoni with the Heritage Pork Ragu that they are known for. Both were excellent. We had the Rubarb Cake for dessert which was unlike anything we've had before and really enjoyed it. We had heard great things about Rolf and Daughters and those opinions were reinforced by a special evening. We look forward to returning

Rolf & Daughters has been on my list for a while, and it definitely was worth the hype, especially…read morethe pasta. I walked in without a reservation and they had a table available on the patio, exactly what I wanted! Everyone was so kind and service was friendly and attentive. For starters, I tried the pork sausage dish with clams stuffed in a pepper. It was definitely an interesting and creative preparation and incredibly filling. It was good and I appreciated the flavors but would try a different starter next time! I really enjoyed the spaghetti. It tasted like summer on a plate - light, fresh, and bursting with bright tomato flavor. The sauce was simple but layered, letting the quality of the ingredients shine. Overall, an enjoyable meal and a space I'd love to come back to try other menu items....I have heard rave reviews about a corn pasta here and I'd like to try sitting in the interior dining section which had a cozy, inviting feel.

Amazing, to say the least! I absolutely loved the focaccia bread here it was perfectly prepared,…read morefresh, and delicious. The gnocchi was easily one of my favorite pasta dishes I've had the chance to try. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and the prosciutto was excellent. The drinks were also very well done and paired nicely with the meal. I really loved the ambiance here. It has a beautiful, intimate, and private feel that makes it a great spot for a dinner date or special occasion. My waitress was extremely attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu. She gave great recommendations and made the entire experience even better. I'll definitely be coming back!

Was debating 4 or 5 stars for this one but ultimately went with 4 for the following reasons:…read more- overall pretty expensive even for Nashville given that we mostly ate bread - $3 "liquor by the glass" charge for my already $17 espresso martini - my boyfriend had to get up from the table and ask at the bar for more water after we waited for 15 mins for our server - tables very very close together makes it somewhat awkward to have conversation The positives: -Really cute spot otherwise, lighting, ambiance was great -Food was all solid. We loved the beef tartare ($28) and the ricotta spread with the focaccia snack plate. The sfincione were great too. -servers were friendly I think I would come back for lunch and try some more sfincione! The dinner menu rotates and was quite different and more pricey than the ones I had seen on here previously.