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The Yellow Porch, Nashville, TN

The Yellow Porch

4.8
4.8
1707 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Please call the restaurant if you have any questions at (615) 386-0260.

The Yellow Porch is a food oasis, complete with small patio garden, located on Thompson Lane in Berry Hill. Opened in 1998 as one of a handful of independently owned restaurants in Nashville doing casual fine dining, it has always been loved for its displays of local art inside, its friendly, talented staff and an inviting setting. The cozy and intimate dining room is a great place for a casual upscale dinner and the charming outdoor patio area with surrounding grapevine offers a refreshing dining experience. The Yellow Porch is creative in its food offerings, with a seasonal menu that boasts Mediterranean influences. The wine list is selected with a nod toward the unique, well-priced find, and the full bar ranges from time-honored staples to local and boutique spirits.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 1 time today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Bistro, Mediterranean

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (615) 386-0260

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Catering

    Family-Style Menu Available for Curbside Pickup / Takeout.

  • Neighbourhood

    Nashville

  • Cross Street

    West Iris Drive

  • Parking Details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,707 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

  • Nashville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Nashville

    Contemporary American

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  1. Regular

    Nashville

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We will miss our wonderful local restaurant. The food and staff are wonderful. Hope everyone fares well in the years to come.
  2. CindySmith

    Nashville

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent and so sad to see it close ……. Best of luck to all
  3. FamilyR

    Toronto

    29 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Really friendly and efficient service. Small but good wine selections and priced well. All the food was very good. Paella was a hit. Chicken dish was tasty but perhaps a bit over sauced. Two different fish entrees cooked perfectly. Request for asparagus substitution was accommodated happily. Not “fancy” just a really solid dining experience, glad we went.
  4. diannec

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I am heartbroken that they are closing. This is my go-to.
  5. fitnyummyfoodnut

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely, as usual! We’re so sorry they are closing
  6. Outstanding

    Nashville

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great but for a second time recently the burger was unavailable. I guess it doesn't matter since they are closing for good on May 27th. What we did have was excellent. The server (Le Ann) was tremendous. As usual no disappointments. I will be sorry to see them go.
  7. DonD

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was an overall wonderful night at The Yellow Porch. Hate the news that they will be closing at the end of May after 25 years of serving our community - WELL DONE!!
  8. LuluNashville

    Nashville

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Service was slow but this gem of a restaurant is closing at the end of the month. Get in while you can!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience4
    This is normally one of my favorite spots in Nashville. Our waiter was in a bad mood and it was apparent in his behavior. My glass of wine was badly corked with a nickel sized piece in the bottom of my glass.
  10. Imafoodie

    Nashville

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Good food, loved the brussel spout appetizer. Salmon dish was outstanding. Filet price is now a shocking $60. Still, one of my favorite places to eat.
  11. MikeM

    Nashville

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service. Definitely a favorite.
  12. KaylaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and customer service was amazing! We will definitely be back!!
  13. ChrisH

    Nashville

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, Todd (Yellow Porch manager) and team kept things running smoothly in a gracious and friendly way. We enjoy visiting with those who work at Yellow Porch and with other guests every time we are there. The pot roast was perfectly and deliciously prepared and the filet was perfectly and deliciously medium rare. The salads, broccoli and potatoes all were a treat to our taste buds and oh! We are so glad that our new friends at the next table shared a bite of Katie's olive oil, lemon blueberry cake. Be sure to get a slice when you are there!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our party of six all had delicious food and excellent service provided by LeighAnna, who goes by LA. The steamed mussels were a big favorite; the mussels were big and perfectly cooked in a delicious broth and served with a generous portion of buttered toast. The soup of the day, celery& blue cheese ,was amazing! I had the salmon entree and loved it. Always delicious food here!
  15. AngieV

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed are recent experience-we both had the halibut special that was outstanding. LA, our server was outstanding.
  16. JonathanW

    Nashville

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've been here to Yellow Porch twice, and this is easily one of my top Nashville places. A quaint neighborhood restaurant with outstanding food and service. A must try!
  17. WilliamB

    Nashville

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As usual, food and service were excellent. Highly recommend.
  18. Ice32

    Nashville

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great ambiance - food was very good, but was a special (grilled fish) so may not be available most visits. Service friendly and attentive!
  19. deyAD

    Nashville

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    A cozy neighborhood restaurant with good food, good friendly service. Nothing fancy but good quality
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Neighborhood locals. Got the halibut special this time and wish it was on the menu permanently. Simply amazing. I usually get the mussels. Awesome, chef!
  21. gingerS

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great neighborhood restaurant with consistently great food and service.
  22. DavidF

    Nashville

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the roasted pork with risotto and drunken cherries and it was outstanding!
  23. Alex

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The menu had an excellent range of dishes, enjoyed everything we ordered.
  24. Foodname22

    Nashville

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The food never disappoints. The service was pretty slow, but is not generally the case.
  25. CynthiaD

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Met 4 friends for dinner at the last minute on a Tuesday night. This is one of our group's favorite restaurants and we were very happy to score a reservation. The food was excellent as always and our server very attentive and patient. We particularly appreciated being able to have a conversation without having to shout over loud background noise-a rarity in most restaurants these days. Our group decided Yellow Porch would be one of our regular places to meet.
  26. lsainsmith

    Nashville

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Our food and service were wonderful, as always. It’s the perfect casual, gourmet spot for us.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious brussels sprouts!! I could’ve had those for my meal ! Very nice atmosphere and very friendly staff! I like that they have an option for outdoor seating to with heaters outside
  28. FoodNwine

    Nashville

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Good food. Sad no tiramisu
  29. MES1908

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were a party of five and Jason was wonderfully attentive to us. The food was delicious and everyone in our party, including the teen, loved their entree. We will definitely be back!
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I recently visited this restaurant with my girlfriend and I must say that it was a delightful experience. The food was exceptional and the service was impeccable. Our servers were extremely friendly and attentive, making sure that we had everything we needed throughout our meal. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great dining experience. The food is amazing, the service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is cozy and inviting. If you're looking for a delicious meal with excellent service, look no further than this restaurant.
  31. Steeplechase

    Nashville

    18 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall1food4service5ambience1
    Outdoor patio is VERY VERY LOUD !! Can also be chilly.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So yummy!!
  33. reidmn

    Nashville

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again a great meal! I would say that our server was very attentive and my Manhattan was perfect.
  34. NashvilleFoodie

    Nashville

    76 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is always fantastic - and make sure to get the celery bleu cheese soup or brussel sprouts.
  35. RebeccaB

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    The service was great and while the quality of the food is great the taste was meh. It needed more seasoning and one of the potato towers was not cooked.
  36. Love2eat

    Charleston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal for Valentine’s!
  37. mjeatsout

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, wine and service from Todd!!
  38. Jennifer

    Nashville

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always love eating at The Yellow Porch. There have been some changes that came out of COVID, but we have remained loyal.
  39. HeatherW

    Nashville

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The restaurant was pretty cozy and just right for date night with my husband. The food was amazing as was the service. The Yellow Porch has not lost its touch!
  40. KarenSD

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love The Yellow Porch . . . the food is consistently fantastic and Jason, our waiter, was exceptional!

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
    • 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

The Yellow Porch is rated 4.8 stars by 1707 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 1 time today
Google Map for The Yellow Porch

734 Thompson Lane, Nashville, TN 37204

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    West Iris Drive

  • Neighbourhood

    Nashville

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Bistro, Mediterranean

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Private Lot

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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