Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Germantown

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AmericanSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanFusion / EclecticGrill

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Nashville

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Belle MeadeBrentwoodDowntown / SobroGermantownSouth NashvilleThe Gulch & North Gulch

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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12 restaurants available nearby

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1. etch - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(8674)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 62 times today

Featuring an array of global flavors and decadent desserts by Chef Deb Paquette and Pastry Chef Megan Williams, Etch is located in the ground floor of the Encore tower in Nashville's SoBro district. The restaurant is equipped with two private dining rooms, a full bar and an open kitchen with bar-style seating, allowing guests to interact with the culinary team. Lunch and dinner are available Monday-Friday, as well as dinner on Saturday. In her 13 years as Chef/Owner of Zola, Deb received accolades for Nashville's best chef and Nashville's best restaurant multiple times. Nashville restaurants are many, but Etch sets itself apart with bold flavors and colorful presentations.The cuisine at Etch is complemented by our comprehensive wine list, featuring an extensive collection of wines from around the world. Guests can also enjoy our modern take on classic cocktails, along with a variety of eclectic beers and regional drafts.

2. Bastion

4.9

Exceptional(94)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Nashville

Booked 4 times today

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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3. Oak Steakhouse - Nashville

4.7

Exceptional(4043)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 59 times today

Oak Nashville presents an innovative take on the classic steakhouse. Located in the heart of Music City, Oak Steakhouse offers a modern approach to steakhouse dining. -------We would love to have you join us for Mother's Day! We will be featuring a specifically curated brunch menu on Sunday, May 11 from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Our full regular menu will be available all day, as we will be open from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

4. The Catbird Seat

4.8

Exceptional(232)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • The Gulch & North Gulch

THE CATBIRD SEAT IS MOVING! March marked our final month of service at 1711 Division Street, where we’ve proudly operated since 2011. After 14 incredible years in this intimate space, we’re excited to share that The Catbird Seat will soon relocate to the Bill Voorhees Building in Paseo South Gulch. Perched atop the building with sweeping views of the city, our new home opens the door to a new era, giving us the space and freedom to reimagine what we do with unbounded creativity and flexibility.At this time, we are not accepting reservations. To be among the first to hear about our reopening and to join the waitlist for the new location, please visit www.thecatbirdseatrestaurant.com. The Patterson House, our cocktail bar located directly beneath The Catbird Seat, will remain open through the end of April.We look forward to welcoming you to our new space soon.

5. Butchertown Hall

4.4

Awesome(169)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tex-Mex • Germantown

Booked 44 times today

Butchertown Hall is local restaurateur Terry Raley’s vision of modern barbecue, inspired by the Central Texas meat market culture in which he grew up, and the late 19th-century butcher shop pursuits of this very neighborhood. Making extensive use of both an open fire hearth and a custom-built high-capacity smoker, we patiently cook soulful, exciting food. Expect the finest wood-fired premium cuts, craft tacos & Tex-Mex standards, fresh tortillas made in house daily, roasted oysters, and the finest smoked brisket outside of Austin…ask around. Since opening in 2015, Butchertown Hall has amassed a reputation for the finest margarita this side of San Antonio…and when the sun is shinin’, just have a seat in our courtyard and enjoy a bit of Texas in lil’ ole Nashville.Open 7 days a week for dinner and weekend brunch. Join us in our glorious indoor or outdoor space! We also feature an expansive courtyard, complete with a list of specialty craft brews, superior margaritas and craft cocktails

6. Urban Grub

4.8

Exceptional(5455)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern • Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill

Booked 88 times today

**We are currently experiencing technical difficulty with communication between OpenTable and our Table Management Software. Please use our website (urbangrub.net) to see our availability. Urban Grub is a casual fine dining bar and eatery located in a renovated carwash in Nashville’s iconic 12 South district.The design of the restaurant features a rustic elegance, filled with custom woodwork, stone fireplaces and rounded booths tucked in intimate corners. Urban Grub offers both indoor and outdoor seating with a combination of the two in the beer garden, accompanied a view of the restaurant’s meat curing room, as well as a covered gazebo for larger parties.From the inviting indoor-outdoor atmosphere to the elevated Southern cuisine of fresh seafood, house-made charcuterie, and prime dry-aged steaks, the experience is unforgettable.

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7. Morton's The Steakhouse - Nashville

4.7

Exceptional(2600)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 26 times today

What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.

8. Black Rabbit

4.6

Exceptional(111)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 22 times today

Located across from Printers Alley, just two blocks from Broadway, Black Rabbit is a Restaurant & Bar with full service dinner (4PM Mon-Sat), Saturday Brunch (10AM - 2PM), the Best Happy Hour in Nashville 2022 (4-6 PM Mon-Sat; $6 Old Fashioneds, Margs, and Mules) and Live Music (9PM Fri-Sat) . The creative cocktails and large bourbon collection flow generously from the bar while steaks, chops, seafood, & local vegetables emanate from the wood-fire, open kitchen. Originally home to a furniture showroom 134 years ago and subsequently, the law office of Tommy Osborn, attorney to Jimmy Hoffa, Black Rabbit is writing their own chapter by reimagining what a local Nashville tavern and speakeasy would've been like during Prohibition... wood-fire cooking, strong cocktails, and a sophisticated atmosphere with genuine, relaxed hospitality. Locally owned and operated, we aim to show you our idea of home team hospitality when you visit Downtown Nashville.

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9. Del Frisco's Grille - Nashville

4.7

Exceptional(2374)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • The Gulch & North Gulch

Booked 39 times today

Del Frisco's Grille is a modern and stylish spin on the classic bar and grill, drawing inspiration from bold flavors and market-fresh ingredients. Our menu is a tempting mix of prime steaks, fresh seafood and twists on American comfort cuisine.

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10. Bakersfield - Nashville

4.8

Exceptional(633)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 20 times today

Tacos. Tequila. Whiskey. Serving up authentic, Mexican street fare, and a selection of over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Bakersfield is a spot where the food is simple, the service is warm and the atmosphere is alive.

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GailVIP
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very friendly staff with attentive service Abe great food
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etch - NashvillePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown / Sobro
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4.8
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Amy
Utah •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lindsey was an amazing waitress!! She had us laughing and was very helpful.
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Oak Steakhouse - NashvillePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• The Gulch & North Gulch
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4.7
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Cheri
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
A wonderful experience! The chefs were fantastic and each tasting a sensory delight. Each person we encountered, chefs, servers, sommelier, bartender were on point and made for a perfect evening.
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BastionPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• South Nashville
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4.9
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KatherineVIP
Philadelphia County •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 5, 2025
Great food, beautiful space, and amazing servers! If I went again I would approach the menu by sharing everything. Portions are large.
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Butchertown HallPrice: Moderate• Tex-Mex• Germantown
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4.4
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SuzanneVIP
London •16 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 28, 2025
This was a super cool taster menu experience, filled with lots of creativity and new ingredients, even for a person who is lucky enough to eat out often. I was delighted to chat with the chef and was also excited to hear that they are moving to a new location that sounds like it may be more becoming of the excellent standard of food they are producing. With only 20 covers at a time, its a great spot for a special evening (with or without wine pairing).
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The Catbird SeatPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• The Gulch & North Gulch
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4.8

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