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    Virago

    3.8 (979 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 pm - 11:00 PM

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    VIRAGO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Trendy
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Godzilla, Truffle Shrimp, & Volcano
    David D.

    We went here for valentines. Again they did not disappoint and the food was amazing. Even with their computers down the service was fast and friendly.

    Javier B.

    This restaurant was pretty good , the good and ambiance definitely correlate perfectly well . The service was great and the waiter was very knowledgeable and had great recommendations. I can't remember exactly but there's a sushi with wagyu beef and i believe lobster which was extremely delicious and very worth it . I would definitely recommend this for a nice date night

    Sushi Spread
    Bailey D.

    Virago is a trendy sushi and cocktail bar that fits right in in The Gulch. I finally had a chance to check out their half-price sushi Mondays, and I was definitely impressed with the vibes inside and the quality of the sushi! If you'd like to take advantage of these great deals, I highly recommend a reservation. I made one for our group of four about two weeks in advance and had no problems. (One time my husband and I tried to walk in on a Monday and just sit at the bar, but it was a two hour wait. Plan ahead if you can!) We were seated in one of the cozy lounge areas, which is cool in looks but not the best set-up if you're planning to order a decent amount of food. Our server was friendly and attentive, and he let us know right away that we'd probably want to put any sushi orders in quickly because it would be a 30+ minute wait. It's not the full sushi menu that's available half-price on Mondays - but they do have a nice selection of rolls, appetizers, and drinks on special. We ordered six of the eight options on the Monday menu, along with the pork belly bao buns. If you're not dining on a Monday, expect to spend a pretty pricey dinner (though again, it is The Gulch and that is to be expected). The bao buns were surprisingly my favorite bite of the night! The pork belly was crispy and saucy, and the bao was light and spongy. Three buns come in one order, so it's a great shareable option. As for the sushi, I think my favorite roll was the New Moon. I also enjoyed their Crunchy California Roll ... it's a classic for a reason, and theirs is fresh and well-prepared!

    Lena M.

    I felt like I was in a Sex and the City episode coming to Virago. This super trendy restaurant is such an awesome place to come to for drinks and sushi. I highly suggest coming on a Monday evening for their 1/2 off sushi night. We were a group of four and made a reservation in advance. We were seated in a red lit couch area. Although this place is upscale, it is still very intimate. A lot of the seating is very low to the floor. Our server was super helpful and down-to-earth. At one point he even sat on the couch with us to take our order. He was transparent about the sushi being about a 40 minute wait, which we didn't mind. We pretty much ordered all the rolls that were a part of the 1/2 special along with bao buns that our server said was a must. The pork belly bao buns were the star of the night. They were beyond delicious, you have to order this. The rolls we got were tasty and some were quite unique. I got a mocktail that I enjoyed too. The vegan person in our party was able to find quite a few dishes to enjoy too.

    Camille F.

    Monday night 1/2 price dishes from their happy hour menu. This place is sexy. Cool, loungey vibes with a beautiful bar right in the middle. This spot came recommended by some fellow Yelpers who always know what's good. I would certainly come again, especially for the special on Monday night. They seem to be open pretty late, too. People were still being seated when we left around 9pm. We ordered nearly every sushi off the special menu, and 3 of us demolished about 7 rolls. Fresh, spicy, tasty. The rolls of special weren't cookie-cutter versions of the main menu. Even several cocktails were half-off for Monday. Service was great, they warned us that the sushi was on a 30-40 min wait. I don't think it actually took that long, but appreciated the heads up. We were seated on a low couch with a smaller table. Not sure I could eat a bowl of ramen in any type of cute way seated like this, but sushi is just fine.

    New moon roll (left)  Smokey heat roll (right)  Hot sake (top right)
    Stephen E.

    Virago is more on the upscale version when it comes to sushi in Nashville. The vibe inside is youthful, dark and somewhat "electric". There is music playing, neon/brighter backlit lights scattered throughout and a cozy but fun environment. I come to virago basically every single Monday because of how good the deals are. They run a promotion where rolls are half priced and drinks are basically 2-4-1. I can usually get in and out with two rolls and 2 sakes for about $30 which is an incredible value proposition. The service is always good, HOWEVER on Mondays it can get slow because of the deal mentioned above and how busy it gets. The bartenders are always incredible and I do prefer to sit at the bar and chit chat with the when I have time. For the food, everything is good, appetizers are standouts. The cauliflower is incredible, the spice and seasoning they put on it I would buy for home use if they sold it. The V2 Edimame is the same, that sauce or seasoning/spice is to die for. The miso soup is also great, but not as good as the others, it's hard to make a standout miso. The rolls on the Monday deal are all good. My favorite being the New Moon, everyone I have had try it said it is one of the most interesting sushi rolls they have ever tasted. The pickled ginger, kimchi and sriracha combo make it have an explosion of flavor. My only complaint would be the normal menu rolls are almost hilariously priced. Some of them being $28+. Now, they do use great food products, and quality ingredients so I understand, but it's hard to justify that price per roll, which is why I go on Mondays. Overall a great place for a date or birthday celebration, or just to sit at the bar and get a nice drink and roll combo.

    Oishi,  Dynamite
    Sarah M.

    Ambiance is super dark, cozy, and upscale. Dress up if you want, but also there were some people dressed casually. Right when we walked in, everyone was super nice and attentive. Our waiter was very nice and came around a lot! We went Monday night for their half off menu and got 5 rolls and edamame for under $60! I recommend coming here, especially for the Monday specials.

    Menu
    Samveda R.

    Great place in the Gulch! Lovely ambiance, definitely fit for special occasions. The menu featured elevated Japanese food, with dishes having interesting toppings like watermelon pop rocks and soy sauce pearls. I liked the veggie role, but it wasn't anything super duper unique. The non vegetarian dishes on the menu definitely were more memorable, which makes sense as they have amazing raw fish options. We were there for a special occasion, and our waitress was very lovely and even treated us with a delicious chocolate mouse cake.

    Godzilla roll, Crunchy California roll
    Tyler C.

    One of my go-to date spots when going out with my girlfriend. Food and drinks are always amazing, staff is always friendly and we always have a great night. The vibe of the restaurant is usually a bit loud, but they're so busy it's to be expected. We usually go on Mondays because they have their "Maki Saki Mondays" which is their half off menu. Our go-to's are the Godzilla roll, crunchy California roll, dynamite roll and the Tokyo sangria. If you're looking for a good date night that's a little more causal and less "dressy", I highly recommend Virago!

    Molly F.

    About 8 years ago I went to Virago for the first time. This week I finally got to make it back! I was worried I'd romanticize it since it had been so long and I had such a great experience but it once again, proved worthy of 5 stars. Virago is clean, sleek and still warm. The service is top notch and the food is filled with creativity and flavor. I will always love coming here! If you want clean, flavorful sushi, viragos your place.

    Lauren R.

    Such a fun restaurant. I came here with a group of friends for my birthday and I truly had a fantastic experience. They gave us a huge section to ourselves and the staff was extremely attentive throughout, giving excellent recommendations and being there to answer any and all questions. We ordered a couple of shareable appetizers and sushi rolls and each was better than the last. The Wagyu fried rice was so good that we ordered a portion to go. I can't wait to come back in the future and it will definitely be a staple in my Nashville food scene.

    Natasha B.

    One of my favorite sushi places in Nashville! Would always recommend. I highly encourage you to check out the bar seating because their barstools are the best

    Szechuan Cauliflower
    Amy W.

    I have come to Virago multiple times for Maki Monday, which has been a great experience for the value. The service is always top notch and the food is delicious. They are also very accommodating of allergies. Would have given them 5 stars, however, both my partner and I had severe food poisoning after our most recent visit. Have gone other times without issue, but am now reconsidering visiting on Mondays.

    Maki sake Monday menu

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    Absolutely incredible food, delicious well-done drinks, impeccable service!! I cannot wait to come back!!! Bravo. Most excellent !!!

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    Ask the Community - Virago

    Are kids allowed to dine here?

    Hello Jonathan, Thank you for contacting us.… Read more

    What gluten free options do you offer?

    Hi Saira, We have an entire menu dedicated to GF options! Here is a link to our menu on our… Read more

    What are the most popular item on the menu? Is this A good place for a double date?

    Don't know the most popular item on the menu, but the cook-it-yourself rock dishes are fairly unique. Good place for a double date.

    Do they have TVs to watch the game inside or heaters on the patio area if it's cold?

    I'm not sure if there's heaters on the outside (should be). You can definitely enjoy the game indoors with a nice cocktail and sushi!!! I love the atmosphere at Virago!

    Can you bring your own bottles of wine?

    No, they aren't a BYOB.

    I'm taking a vegetarian to a business dinner next week. Does Virago have plenty of good vegetarian options?

    Plenty

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