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The Mockingbird Nashville, Nashville, TN

The Mockingbird Nashville

4.7
4.7
2632 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Modern Diner. Global Fare. Delicious Fun. This is The Mockingbird. Led by talented culinary duo executive chef / partner Brian Riggenbach and front-of-house extraordinaire / partner Mikey Corona, The Mockingbird offers a menu of comfort classics with a global twist and an ambiance of art deco diner whimsy. Walls are covered in beautiful custom-made wallpaper, painted tin tiles on the ceiling, windows open to two patios as weather allows and a larger-than-life mirrored bird sculpture overlooking the dining room. And then there’s the food and drink! Munch on a Mockingburger or Mac N Cheese (aka Feeling Grate!) while sipping an Old-Fashioned-ish or a Punchin’ Bag (ask about it – they are famous!). We also love hosting group events! We have a private dining room, an upstairs dining room and an enclosed patio, all perfect for bridal showers and bachelorette parties plus business lunches and corporate dinners. Y’all come see us! **Reservation cancelation policy is strictly enforced**

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 46 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Global, International, American

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (615) 741-9900

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Latinx or Hispanic, LGBTQ, South Asian

  • Executive Chef

    Brian Riggenbach

  • Catering

    Need lunch for an office meeting? Hosting an event at your house? We have you covered! Custom menus are available for evening events and wedding receptions. Check out our website for more info: mockingbirdnashville.com/private-dining-catering/ or email us: events:mockingbirdnashville.com. Let us bring The Mockingbird to you!

  • Private party facilities

    From corporate dinners and business meetings to birthday gatherings and bridal luncheons, The Mockingbird is the perfect spot to host your next event!

  • Private party contact

    our Private Event Coordinator : (615) 741-9900

  • Neighbourhood

    The Gulch

  • Cross Street

    12th & Porter

  • Parking Details

    Self Street Parking and Various Paid Lot Parking options around the area. $12 parking in Whole Foods parking garage

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,632 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it so so delicious we had the Seoul experience and the pasta la vista we might go again tonight (we’re from out of town)
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Amazing food! Must get the Brie grilled cheese! Service was just ok.
  3. WilliamC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unique menu, phenomenal food! Highly recommend the his place!
  4. Cheerdancemom

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved our brunch experience! We are a big fan of Maneet from her many Food Network shows. We knew when we came to Nashville one of her restaurants was a definite stop! It did not disappoint! Would definitely recommend!!
  5. SHERIES

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Food was okay. Nothing great. Nice atmosphere. Friendly waitstaff.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was really delicious! And all the staff we’re very friendly and accommodating, espicially Rodel. I’ll come back again soon!
  7. CrystalG

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is great! Staff was very helpful with menu suggestions and the drinks were on point! Such a great brunch!
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food2service4ambience2
    The steak was actually a flank that was difficult to eat because it was not cut across the grain. The pork steak was extremely fatty and had parts that were not editable.
  9. Kris

    Cincinnati

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was wonderful! Chris was very attentive to our requests
  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice to have such a great service not only our waitress but also manager Mikey was awesome!!!!
  11. marykeb

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Get the donut!!!! Everything was delicious, but the donut was amazing.

    The Mockingbird NashvilleResponded 5 days agoThank you for the kind words, marykeb! We love the donut as well! Hope to see you back soon!

  12. NancT

    Nashville

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious, delightful… as always. One my faves. Can’t wait to return.

    The Mockingbird NashvilleResponded 5 days agoAwwwwhhhh! You're making us blush! Thank you, NancT- you made our day! :)

  13. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing brunch experience! Everything was fantastic. Great food and creative Cocktails. Highly recommend!

    The Mockingbird NashvilleResponded 5 days agoThank you for the awesome review! YOU ROCK!

  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    Server has a little attitude at times , it happens hutn

    The Mockingbird NashvilleResponded 5 days agoSorry to hear, anonymous. We are human and do have "off" moments- but we never want that to affect our guests good vibes. Sorry they weren't in the happy zone during your visit. If you send me some other information (your reservation name) I can pinpoint who the person was and give them a pep talk to help make sure they stay in the game of fun- at work AND in life! Thanks for the feedback, take care!

  15. HollyC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Two-story restaurant but still feels cozy and homey. Delicious small plates (three of us shared four plates and we were satisfied) and yummy cocktails.

    The Mockingbird NashvilleResponded 5 days agoThanks for the love, Holly!

  16. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Upstairs was freezing. So cold that our waitress came back wearing a jacket halfway through our meal.

    The Mockingbird NashvilleResponded 5 days agoHi, thank you for your feedback. It is so hard to gauge temperatures in Nashville - one hour it is 1000 degrees outside and the next minute it's cool and breezy- making getting the air temp in the building "just right" on some days. Sorry we didn't have it to your liking during your visit. Thank you for your visit- we appreciate you!

  17. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent! Emmitt was the best waiter and everything from apps to dessert was wonderful.
  18. SharonH

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Party of 8 - people who ordered burgers and fries and really liked them; barbacoa and barramundi were ok; drinks were excellent parking was an issue though - they have a sign board out front telling clients to not use the parking lot located next to their restaurant and to use Whole Foods Parking instead. They also instructed you to keep your parking ticket from WF and bring it to the restaurant for validation and that you would only pay $12 with validation. Some of us parked in the lot right next to the restaurant and paid $26. Those of us who parked in WF took our parking ticket to the restaurant and had it validated but paid $32.79 to get out of the parking lot. I tried twice to contact the restaurant to let them know what happened and never heard from them. We will not be going back!

    The Mockingbird NashvilleResponded 5 days agoHi Sharon, I am so sorry to hear this! Unfortunately, our phones were down last week due to our building internet modem crashing which shut off our phone lines for the entire week. We finally got the phone problem repaired today, thankfully- but am sorry you felt like we were ignoring you. I will give you a call today in the hopes to resolve this unfortunate issue. Please accept our most sincere apologies. Thank you for your visit.

  19. Paulk

    Nashville

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Over sauced entrees. Cleanliness… well not great
  20. BridgetB

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was pretty good. The cocktail I got was very, very weak, same as drinking store bought juice. Very disappointed nothing special was done for Mother's Day and Extremely Disappointed paying $30 for parking ($25 + added fee)!!!! Free valet should've been provided on Mother's Day. Not sure we'll be back anytime soon.
  21. Bankgirl

    Nashville

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mockingbird never disappoints! Tried the pasta with sausage added and the hangar steak- both were so delicious. Wonderful service too. An all-time favorite!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was a superb meal... The drinks were exceptional and not light pourers. The Brussels sprouts had an amazing taste with the honey. The Burrata is such a unique concoction of ingredients, but it didn't disappoint in anyway... The fried chicken was absolutely perfectly cooked and so succulent, but the Salsa Verde mashed potatoes is what really got the taste buds abuzzing. The fish plate was also a hit as it isn't overly fishy, but a wonderful taste and texture... Can't wait to be back!
  23. JenniferS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were excellent. We went with a large group for my daughter’s birthday.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience. A different vibe from all the craziness of downtown. A lovely and unique variety of food and drink
  25. StephP

    Coastal Georgia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great time!
  26. Hornitos

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was the best that we had across all of the places that we ate in Nashville & the service was also probably the best that we experienced! The menu had many different & unique options as well. My friends & I enjoyed the "punch bag" drink.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Excellent food. My wife and sister in law were pleased with my pick of the Mockingbird.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The food was great overall. The only complaint was that was asked to leave the Jalapeno out of one of the dishes we ordered and the kitchen missed it. Our server did offer to have them fix it, but we opted to pick them out as we ate. Overall great food and would recommend the Brie grilled cheese appetizer to everyone.
  29. Leenda

    St. Louis

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place . Food was wonderful, but menu needed more variety.
  30. MadisonS

    Louisville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Perfect for brunch! It was a beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place cannot be overhyped. The best food we had in Nashville by far. The burger and plantain hash were out of this world. 10/10 would recommend
  32. Jessie

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything about this place! The food was great and service was fantastic - would definitely recommend!
  33. DanaD

    Denver

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect part of our Nashville stay! Favorite dish: Flock Yes! Drink: Bubble Bag 🥂
  34. MichelleS

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Literally the fastest service ever on a Saturday night! Service was great, food was excellent. Not my favorite Espresso martini but it was still drinkable!
  35. Shep

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    I wish there were a legitimate noise level option for too loud. Energetic sounds positive, but my experience with the noise positively ruined the experience. The tables are so close together that my wife and I ended up sitting next to a woman who laughed like Fran Drescher, CONSTANTLY. It was almost impossible to have any conversation at all. The food was quite good, but not $36 to 45$ good for a basic entree. The waiter took good care of us, but had the personality of only slightly less than the Rhotodenron snippet in the vase on the table. The decor and architecture was very nice and appealing, but wasn't able to overcome the construction zone noise level of the place. Parking is not available at the restaurant proper, so the nearby options are currently run by some Gestapo-like organization that charges $26 to park long enough to eat. This put me in a gravel lot with stones the size of baseballs (not exaggerating). I did not enjoy the off-road drive in my Mustang...
  36. JessicaK

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time visit to Nashville and wanted to have a nice brunch. The Mockingbird did not disappoint! Food was excellent, service was wonderful!
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    The staff and service was amazing and the restaurant itself was beautiful; however the drinks were expensive and just ok- food was nothing special at all (shrimp and grits, breakfast taco and Cuban sandwich).
  38. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful staff and bartenders. Ate brunch at the bar while on a business trip and was a fun and delicious meal.
  39. CHELSEAT

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a unique restaurant, the menu is all labeled and named with puns which we loved. The food is amazing, drinks were amazing and our waitress was AMAZING. 10/10 recommended checking this place out when in Nashville.
  40. Will

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Fun interior design and atmosphere. Brioche French toast appetizer was delicious! Buratta and carrots were good. Tater tot chili was so-so. A few small plates were plenty to fill the two of us up. Service was good.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

The Mockingbird Nashville does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats.

The Mockingbird Nashville is rated 4.7 stars by 2632 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 46 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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Google Map for The Mockingbird Nashville

121A 12th Ave North, Nashville, TN 37203

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    12th & Porter

  • Neighbourhood

    The Gulch

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Global, International, American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Parking Details

    Self Street Parking and Various Paid Lot Parking options around the area. $12 parking in Whole Foods parking garage

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Latinx or Hispanic, LGBTQ, South Asian

  • Executive Chef

    Brian Riggenbach

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (615) 741-9900

  • Catering

    Need lunch for an office meeting? Hosting an event at your house? We have you covered! Custom menus are available for evening events and wedding receptions. Check out our website for more info: mockingbirdnashville.com/private-dining-catering/ or email us: events:mockingbirdnashville.com. Let us bring The Mockingbird to you!

  • Private party facilities

    From corporate dinners and business meetings to birthday gatherings and bridal luncheons, The Mockingbird is the perfect spot to host your next event!

  • Private party contact

    our Private Event Coordinator : (615) 741-9900

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