The Most Romantic Restaurants in Nashville

Nashville is a town packed with fun and entertainment. People travel here to see the Ryman Auditorium, the Country Music Hall of Fame, Opry Mills, and the world-famous Parthenon. And, they come here to eat. Nashville has countless outstanding restaurants that cater to every type of diner or occasion, especially for a date. But where are the smartest, savviest diners eating out? Welcome to the Tastemaker 19. We’ve pulled data from thousands of restaurants to find the top spots among OpenTable's most expert, seasoned diners. The following romantic restaurants are known for their delicious food and great atmospheres, perfect for anyone looking to wine and dine a sweetheart.

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10 Restaurants

Updated January 22, 2020

Restaurants:	Giovanni's Ristorante - Mid Town, Bob's Steak & Chop House - Nashville, Trattoria Il Mulino - Nashville…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Italian, Steakhouse, Contemporary Italian…
Neighborhoods:	West End, Downtown, Nashville…

Giovanni's Ristorante - Mid Town

$$$$

Italian

West End

4.7

1360 reviews

Diners who want to go on a date to spaghetti and meatballs like the Lady and the Tramp can do exactly a that at Giovanni's. It's a classic Italian restaurant located in the heart of Midtown Nashville, and it serves a wide variety of classic Italian staple dishes. Think pasta, pizzas, salads, and more. To spice up the night, consider ordering a drink from the restaurant's specialty cocktail menu. They have handcrafted cocktails as well as after-dinner drinks.

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Bob's Steak & Chop House - Nashville

$$$$

Steakhouse

Downtown

4.7

3028 reviews

Bob's Steak & Chop House is one of the best romantic restaurants in Nashville. The restaurant has a traditional steakhouse menu, with meats, fish, sides, and more. Order a porterhouse or a filet mignon to share, and pair it with some classic steakhouse sides for the table. Bob's is in the heart of downtown, so to extend a romantic night out, lovebirds can head to dance the night away to live country music. at a honky tonk.

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Trattoria Il Mulino - Nashville

$$$$

Contemporary Italian

Nashville

4.6

2929 reviews

Trattoria Il Mulino is a trendy Italian eatery that is also an outpost of a famous New York restaurant. Trattoria Il Mulino is sceney, so get dressed up and get ready for good people watching. The food is dependably good Italian, with updated takes on classic dishes. What makes them one of the best romantic restaurants in Nashville is that they offer incredible service. Take a date to Il Mulino, and feel like royalty (while eating food fit for a king!) The restaurant is in the Hilton Nashville Downtown, so book a room there and continue a romantic staycation.

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The Yellow Porch

$$$$

Contemporary American

Nashville

4.8

1682 reviews

The Yellow Porch is undoubtedly one of the best romantic restaurants in Nashville's Berry Hill area. The restaurant has an eclectic menu with different ethnic influences, and the bustling, warm atmosphere is fun and enlivening to sit in. For the perfect ending to a romantic night out, order something sweet. Both the coconut cream pie and the bananas foster white chocolate bread pudding are house favorites and a good way to make a meal feel like a celebration.

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Park Cafe

$$$$

Contemporary American

Nashville

4.9

1049 reviews

If the weather is right for outdoor dining, book a table for a date at the Park Cafe. Located in Sylvan Heights, Park Cafe is dimly lit and has beautiful decor. Whether inside or out, diners will feel impressed by the ambiance around them. Entrees at Park Cafe are warm and hearty. They include things like bouillabaisse and grilled filet mignon. On a special occasion, finish a meal with the cream brulee, which is artfully prepared and unforgettably delicious.

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The Palm Nashville

$$$$

Unspecified

Downtown

4.5

4554 reviews

The Palm shines as a date night spot no matter what town it is in. In Nashville, their white tablecloth formal dining feel makes them one of the best romantic restaurants in town. At the Palm, dine on steakhouse fare like filets, ribeyes, veal chop, and more. The restaurant also has meals for two for couples that want to share, like a prime double-cut New York strip. The Palm is downtown, so consider seeing a show at the Ryman Auditorium or wandering Broadway after the meal.

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Nashville

$$$$

Steakhouse

West End

4.3

2200 reviews

Ruth's Chris Steak House is another chain of steakhouse restaurant that executes incredibly well and consistently. Go there for a romantic night out, and enjoy classic steakhouse fare and a great wine list. Ruth's Chris is close to Vanderbilt and Centennial Park, and only a few minutes from the famous Hermitage, former home of President Andrew Jackson. This can be a fun place to tour with a loved one and get to know more about Nashville's history.

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Etch

$$$$

Contemporary American

Downtown

4.8

7438 reviews

Etch is fancy dining at its finest in Nashville. This five-star dining experience features a global menu, and the kitchen presents each plate as if it is a work of art. Even Etch describes itself as "Swanky," so put on a nice dress or dinner jacket before heading here for a romantic night out. Etch is in the Encore Tower downtown, so go to hear some honky-tonk after finishing the meal.

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Sinema

$$$$

American

Nashville

4.7

3321 reviews

Is there anything more classically romantic than Hollywood? We don't think so, which is why we think that Sinema is one of the best romantic restaurants in Nashville. Sinema has a classic art deco interior that will transport couples on a romantic night out to a different time and place. They also play movies on a big screen during meals, so enjoy a classic movie (usually in black and white) while you enjoy outstanding food.

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Midtown Cafe

$$$$

Southern

West End

4.8

3926 reviews

Midtown Cafe has been open for years. Since their inception, they have also shined as one of the best romantic restaurants in Nashville. The house classics are things like TN Rainbow Trout, Grilled Salmon, and Coca-Cola BBQ Beef Short Rib. The geniuses behind Midtown Cafe also head up a slew of other Nashville restaurants, so they know what they're doing and offer a consistently great dining experience. Take a date here to impress them.

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