Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Nashville

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambience in Nashville? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Kase x Noko

5.0

5 (274)

$50 and over

Japanese

East Nashville

About the restaurant

A 14 seat, neighborhood Omakase from the team that brought you Noko Nashville. This is a 14 course, 90min nigiri & hand roll dining experience for $75. We highly recommend arriving 5-10 minutes early to enjoy a drink at our Japanese cocktail bar as we start promptly at your reservation time. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the cuisine, we will not be able to accommodate fish allergies or vegetarians.

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Julianna

Dined 3 days ago

Very affordable omakase with great ambience in an intimate setting.

Bastion

4.9

4.9 (122)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

South Nashville

About the restaurant

Bastion is the 24-seat restaurant of James Beard Foundation Award Nominee Chef Josh Habiger. It is located in a separate area within the casual cocktail bar of the same name, and it is a part of the Wedgewood Houston neighborhood of Nashville, TN. Bastion's dining room features counter seating around the kitchen for parties of 2 as well as three tables for parties of 3 to 6. Bastion's small team serves a weekly set menu of six dinner courses featuring many dishes with a wide variety of flavors, ingredients, and inspirations. Friendly service guides you through the culinary experience, which also features wine pairings, creative cocktails, and a curated vinyl soundtrack. Come early or stay late in the hidden Little Bar, which is a private offering for guests of the restaurant.

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DALIAHVIP

Dined 5 days ago

A perfect experience between food and hospitality.

Valentino's Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (2081)

$31 to $50

Italian

Midtown

About the restaurant

NEW LOCATION at 1808 HAYES STREET !!! Beautiful covered patio!
Pasta, Steaks and Chops. Nashville's premier Italian restaurant. You won't leave here hungry. For over 27 years, a Nashville original, Valentino's Ristorante serves the finest Italian cuisine using fresh local ingredients from some of Tennessee's finest. Musicians, movie stars and movers and shakers all have touted Valentino's as the place for great Italian food, live entertainment and private events. Just ask Bill Gates, Robert Redford, Rascal Flatts and the Vice President of the United States. Buon appetito.

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AmyB

Dined 5 days ago

Wonderful experience - the food, the service, the setting were all top notch.

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Clyde's of Clarksville

4.7

4.7 (32)

$30 and under

American

Clarksville

About the restaurant

We are a polished casual restaurant that is locally owned. We had a vision to bring exceptional food to Clarksville. We took our years of restaurant experience and developed a menu ambiance and taste like no other in Clarksville. With a spacious concrete bar top that just screams at you to be sat it and eat great food and drink cold beer and watch one of 11 TVs. Guests have the option to sit in the dining room phase of Clyde's that is more for families and date nights, without the distractions of tv's so you may talk as a family and or talk with that first date. The dimness of the restaurant is only so you may decide your lighting at your table with your personal lamp that has four light settings that you can decide on. Set the mood for romance, business or just a friend night. Great Food Exceptional Service Great Ambiance. All we are missing is you! Come see us at Clyde's where the guest experience is #1. The deck overlooking the golf course is a view that is like no other.

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JoshuaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Everything was great as usual with the service and food. The only issue this time was that it was incredibly loud. It is the first time we have ever experienced that at Clyde's.

House of Cards

4.8

4.8 (6396)

$30 and under

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

a dining adventure like no other in Nashville. Discover a hidden underground space where classic American cuisine meets the art of illusion. As you enter through a secret tunnel, you'll find a stunning interior filled with antique magic artifacts and a multimillion-dollar collection of European antiques. Our handcrafted bar features one of Nashville's largest liquor selections, perfect for enjoying expertly crafted cocktails. Savor a menu of classic American dishes with a modern twist, made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. From juicy steaks and fresh seafood to vegetarian and vegan options, there's something for everyone. The real enchantment comes from our world-class magicians, who will dazzle you with mind-boggling illusions and interactive performances throughout the evening. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a romantic night out, House of Cards promises an unforgettable experience.

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Russell

Dined 3 days ago

The service was on point, the food was delicious, and the magic shows were awesome! It was a wonderful experience!

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Buca di Beppo - Cool Springs TN

4.9

4.9 (1141)

$30 and under

Italian

Franklin

About the restaurant

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Franklin, TN then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. Check out the Americana Music Association, the Franklin Theatre, and the Carnton Plantation, then head over to Galleria Boulevard to fill up on Franklin, TN's favorite Italian dishes.

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Vince

Dined 4 days ago

Great environment, authentic Italian family style, definitely recommend. Appropriately priced. Attentive service.

Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Nashville

4.9

4.9 (8508)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

The flagship brand of his growing, family of eponymous eateries, Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse tells the story of his life. From the opulent interiors to the artwork & antique furnishings, every facet has a special meaning to the man himself. Now open in Nashville, TN, each iteration of these critically-acclaimed restaurants is rooted in the heritage of the original, yet each also tells a tale of its own, inextricably woven into the unique fabric of the community in which it resides. The most noteworthy element of the brand – and undeniably the key to its success – is The Jeff Ruby Experience, an all-encompassing philosophy embodying the very best U.S.D.A. Steaks, Fresh Seafood, Impeccable Service, Live Entertainment and Passionate Attention To Detail. These qualities and more create a total dining experience unlike any other. An experience we’re proud to bring to the great city of Nashville.

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Mike and BarbaraVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Everything was fantastic! The service was fantastic!

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4.8

4.8 (2207)

$30 and under

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

Located in Nashville's historic Printers Alley, Sinatra Bar & Lounge offers a journey back in time. Experience the elegance of the Rat Pack era, surrounded by memorabilia from Frank Sinatra.

Our menu features prime steaks, traditional Italian dishes, and Sinatra's personal favorites, all made with the finest ingredients.

Pair your meal with a classic cocktail, expertly crafted by our talented bartenders. Whether you enjoy a smooth Manhattan or a refreshing Gin Martini, each sip celebrates the golden age of cocktails.

As the night progresses, enjoy live music that captures the spirit of Sinatra's Rat Pack days. Sway to the rhythm, raise a glass and immerse yourself in timeless elegance and unforgettable memories.

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gregVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Beautiful restaurant and service was amazing. Highly recommend

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Supper Club - The Twelve Thirty Club

4.8

4.8 (1481)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

For the best reservations availability, please book through our website at TheTwelveThirtyClub.com or call us.

Unapologetically dapper-as-hell and refreshingly unpretentious. The 400-seat Supper Club at The Twelve Thirty Club delivers on its promise of decadence in sight, sound, taste and feel. Immerse yourself an unforgettable dining experience as undiscovered acts, household names, DJs or an impromptu jam electrifies this incomparable supper club.

Your table will be reserved for 1 hour and 30 minutes for parties of up to 4; and 2 hours for parties of 5+.

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Paula

Dined on Jul 3, 2025

Everything about our drinks, apps and dinner at the the TTC was outstanding! Stephen L provided the best of everything! Can’t wait to go again!

Santo

4.9

4.9 (416)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Green Hills

About the restaurant

Santo is a modern Mediterranean restaurant in the Green Hills neighborhood of Nashville, Tennessee. The modern design highlights our innovative Mediterranean dishes, fresh ingredients, and friendly service with professional knowledge. The cocktails are refined and the wine list is curated to compliment the menu. Stop by seasonally to appreciate all Santo has to offer!

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JenniferVIP

Dined 6 days ago

We started with cocktails then enjoyed flatbread and oysters before moving on to steak frites and chicken. Everything we had was delicious! The service was top notch and the ambience is classy chic. I strongly recommend this spot.

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