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Earnest Bar & Hideaway, Nashville, TN
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This restaurant now offers Takeout

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Earnest Bar & Hideaway

4.6
4.6
1004 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Earnest Bar & Hideaway: a relaxed restaurant and refined tavern serving comfort food classics & craft cocktails inspired by Ernest Hemingway in rustic-chic surrounds.
Reasonably priced entrees like the 32oz. Bone Ribeye and house made ricotta gnocchi. However, the Korean Fried Chicken has already established itself as an Earnest Bar & Hideaway classic. Saturday & Sunday brunch is 10:00AM - 2:30PM! Don’t miss out on the Ribeye French Dip sandwich, Breakfast Poutine and Hot Chicken & Mac! Wash it all down with a bottle of bubbles.
The half bottle of champagne is the enemy of man -EH
Come join us for fare and libations!
Cheers!

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (615) 915-1715

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ

  • Executive Chef

    Holly Peters

  • Private party facilities

    For large party or private events inquires, please contact us at events@earnestbarandhideaway.com

  • Neighbourhood

    Nashville

  • Cross Street

    Brown St.

  • Parking Details

    Pay Parking lot available as well

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 1,004 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was wonderful. Bagel meal - omg so good! Loved it
  2. JoyceC

    Nashville

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was very, very good. Annie was knowledgeable and helpful. My friend from out of town now wants to come here every time she visits which we probably will
  3. Libbyc

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was such an adorable foodie place!!!! The vibes are great, the tequila cocktail is amazing and my fiancé and I cleaned our plates. Also we went on a Tuesday night and it was not crowded or loud at all.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every course and cocktail was excellent with service to match. Relaxing laid back atmosphere.
  5. Katecuster

    Miami - Dade

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great brunch at Earnest! We were celebrating a birthday so we were especially thankful to have our private space in the back! The food was excellent and our servers were on top of everything!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    If I could give this place 0 stars I would. We had an 1130 reservation which we arrived a bit early for. We got seated promptly however it took the waitress 25 min to greet us and give us water. We put in simple orders for a party of 4, my husband didn’t get his drink for another 30 min. Anytime we would ask for an update on the food she would say idk let me check and never return. In fact my husband and I waved her down to ask for a juice and she blatantly ignored us. We waited for 1.5 hrs and still had not received even the piece of toast we ordered. We paid for the drinks we got and decided to leave. They compt our beverages but the attitudes we received were disheartening. This place had such a great ambiance and the potential to be the best meal we had in our trip and it was such a disappointment to be treated the way we were and not have a chance to even try the food. -10/10 do not recommend…such a shame 😔
  7. Sala

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    We found they fell short, it was not crowded, we were there for brunch last Sunday. Food took over an hour to come and for three of us. While in the end they offered us 20% off the check, while it was unfolding they didn't offer coffee refills or anything else. Just keep saying it's coming when they came over. And, the food was marginal at best, eggs Benedict the potatoes over powered the dish, the scrambled eggs were over cooked, the pancakes tasted more like crepes than pancakes and the biscuits were tiny. The only thing good was the bacon.
  8. John

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an outstanding server who gave us A+ service and attention. We had some allergies and he was diligent to ensure all our drink and food selections were missing those ingredients. Great atmosphere, great drinks, food, and service. It's a little pricey but that won't stop you from returning or recommending this gem to a friend. Thank you so much!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience3
    Went there for drinks only and had an amazing experience. Went there for brunch and our waitress was not engaged and was over our group quiet quickly. We asked a few questions about the menu and she seemed overly annoyed by it. Overall food was great and the drinks and bartenders were great
  10. MaggieR

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    10/10 I do recommend and I will be back! Thank you
  11. TeresaS

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Poutine was yummy and the service was great. Really cool vibe
  12. AmberK

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Highly recommend the steak tartar. It is amazing!
  13. SallyO

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were greatly impressed with the restaurant's decor and cleanliness throughout. All staff were most helpful and courteous. Definitely will be back.
  14. AnjoliqueC

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was truly a GEM I found returning for Alumni weekend at Fisk University! The pork belly was to DIE FOR!!!! For sure will be back in November for homecoming just for the experience! One hell of a Manhattan as well!!!! Just amazing!!!
  15. DariusR

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Ambiance and service was great. Food... not so much. I got the brick chicken which states it comes with fingerling potatoes... I got 2 almost almond sized potatoes, but they did give me more when I asked for some more. Chicken wasn't tender and overall it could have used sides on the plate or at least have sides to order from. Too protein focused. My fiance got the bbq shrimp appetizer and they came with the heads on, which is fine, but no mention of it on menu. Should have been called prawns. Brussells were really good.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Overall the experience was good. A cool vibe and great cocktails. Slightly overpriced food, but that’s what you get anymore.
  17. DeniceT

    Pittsburgh

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was excellent. Food was fabulous! Definitely a place to go to celebrate a special occasion.
  18. KimP

    London

    19 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    Sorely disappointing. Baffled by the good reviews although it seemed suss that many were one time reviews that sounded like sound bites from a restaurant ad. Once I discounted those, the reviews seemed more on point. The experience was a series of highs and lows, and we would not return or recommend. The highs: cool decor, fun unique details. We were greeted and seated quickly and professionally. We weren't drinking but the cocktails looked bespoke. We asked for two special orders off the menu and they were good natured and accomodating. The waitress was kind, hardworking and amiable. The lows: the hot salad was inedible, so much so we hoped our server would hurry to take it off our table bc we couldn't even look at it. The poutine had way way way too much duckfat. The scallops were excellent but the entres have little to no sides, and at 49.00 WAS NOT WORTH IT! The polenta had a chemical after taste the made us unable to eat it. The dessert menu was limited. We had mentioned it was a birthday on open table, and there was no acknowledgement. The coffee was bitter, which is how we felt when we were handed the expensive bill. The bar tender was dropping super loud f bombs all evening.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second time eating here. Slightly pricy, but great portions and quality for what you pay. We have loved every dish we tried, and the service has been great both times.
  20. TONIJ

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great everything at Earnest's. Great recommendations from our server.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible food and craft cocktails! Service was great and cute interior.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A favorite every time we are in town! Brussels are a must!
  23. Lindsey

    Tampa

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great date night location, or brunch with your friends! Love the location. The food and service were both excellent as well! Brunch food has a great variety and the drinks were unique and creative.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The hot chicken mac n cheese was one of the best meals I’ve ever had! I’ll be dreaming of it for awhile. Great meal and service.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect as usual. Food, cocktails, wine, sever knowledge and recommendations… top notch.
  26. Mikeyla

    Nashville

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Good food, very good service. Definitely will go back.
  27. JeffL

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Super loud but overall a great night. Would recommend.
  28. erinj

    New England

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Not very vegetarian friendly (the butter service had pork tallow in it which was not mentioned up front) but perfectly pleasant meal, just not a particular bargain, and food was perfectly fine but not perhaps the most interesting in Nashville.
  29. BrittanyJ

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service and food was phenomenal! We were here to celebrate my husband's birthday. For an appetizer we had the poutine and it was delicious. For dinner my husband had the ribeye and I had the short rib gnocchi... both were... mouthwatering. I could eat that gnocchi everyday for the rest of my life. Then for dessert we had the creme brulee. Neither of us had ever had it before and we each could have eaten our own and then some. The cocktails and wine were also excellent additions to our meal. We will definitely be back for another date night. The area was also great. We were able to walk down the street and hit up a different bar.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Prefecr gathering place! Our favorite restaurant in Nashville!
  31. MonicaM

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service! My friends and I enjoyed our brunch at Earnest Hideaway.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was wonderful and different. The ambience was so chill and relaxing. The food was impeccable.
  33. Caylan

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing and our waitress was wonderful! Such a good vibe for a St. Patrick's day brunch!
  34. DowntownDiner

    Washington DC

    38 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Very unfriendly hostess- started things off poorly. One server covering a large number of tables so expectably slow service but the server was still friendly and trying hard so over all good service. Food was meh - came for brunch. Might try again for dinner but with so many other good options in the city there’s not really a reason to try it again.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a great experience with a great brunch for our anniversary!!
  36. DavidP

    Nashville

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great service and good food. Korean fried chicken is the best.
  37. Voyager

    Montana

    22 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    The cook needs to look up the word gumbo. It is not meat served over a Cajun rice. My wife’s shrimp and grits had overcooked shrimp and lumpy/no cheese grits. The $16 artisan bread was a half round small 6-8 loaf. I expect something for $16 a got very little. Service was fine. Ambiance was great
  38. TimG

    Columbus

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New favorite place when visiting Nashville! Food was outstanding and service was impeccable. I highly recommend!
  39. Kate

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great little spot for brunch! Their bottomless mimosa special where each person gets their own champagne bottle is perfect! Great food and ambiance.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Earnest Bar & Hideaway does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Earnest Bar & Hideaway also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (615) 915-1715.

Earnest Bar & Hideaway is rated 4.6 stars by 1004 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Logo image for Postmates
Google Map for Earnest Bar & Hideaway

438 Houston St, Nashville, TN 37203-4875

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Brown St.

  • Neighbourhood

    Nashville

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Pay Parking lot available as well

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ

  • Executive Chef

    Holly Peters

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (615) 915-1715

  • Private party facilities

    For large party or private events inquires, please contact us at events@earnestbarandhideaway.com

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