Welcome to The Rutledge Downtown Nashville
Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, The Rutledge offers a unique dining experience that combines upscale dining with a trendy, classy atmosphere. Known for its New American cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails, this wine bar has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors alike. With a focus on fresh ingredients and creative dishes, The Rutledge prides itself on delivering exceptional food and service. From the delicious wontons to the mouthwatering lobster bites, each bite is a culinary delight. The restaurant's intimate ambiance and chic decor make it the perfect spot for special occasions or a night out with friends. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the posh vibe and incredible flavors that The Rutledge has to offer.
- 151 1st Ave S Nashville, TN 37201151 1st Ave S Nashville, TN 37201 Hotline: (615) 678-8063
Welcome to The Rutledge Downtown Nashville, a hidden gem located at 151 1st Ave S in Nashville, TN. This upscale wine bar and New American restaurant offers a unique dining experience that combines trendy vibes with delicious cuisine.
From the moment you step inside, you'll be captivated by the intimate ambiance, with its stylish decor and blue lights creating the perfect setting for a special night out. The restaurant is divided into two levels, with a bar in the middle and dining areas on each side, providing a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere.
The Rutledge Downtown Nashville is known for its exceptional food, with dishes like wontons, salmon with Brussel sprouts, lobster bites, and avocado toast receiving rave reviews from diners. The menu offers a variety of options to suit every palate, from light and refreshing salads to hearty and satisfying entrees.
But it's not just the food that sets The Rutledge apart - the service here is top-notch, with friendly and attentive staff who will make you feel right at home. Whether you're coming for brunch or a special occasion, you can expect a memorable dining experience at The Rutledge Downtown Nashville.
So if you're looking for a chic and stylish spot to enjoy delicious food and drinks in Nashville, look no further than The Rutledge Downtown Nashville. Make a reservation, sit back, and prepare to be wowed by the culinary delights that await you.

I've had this place on my to-try list for awhile and I'm so glad I got to go. The food and service was great on a Thursday night around 8:30. It was not crowded at all and everything came out at a decent time. Highly recommend the wontons! Can't wait to try their brunch too.

GREAT experience. Easy parking right next door. Food was amazing. Steve is the bomb server for sure. Drinks were top notch. We will definitely be back!

I got the salmon with Brussel sprout, lobster bites and lobster bisque. The salmon and Brussels were delicious! My lobster bisque come out cold but it was good. The lobster bites were amazing! Other than my soup being cold, our waiter was great! The restaurant was super cute.

I thoroughly enjoyed myself at the Rutledge for my 23rd birthday weekend in Nashville. The decor of the restaurant is so aesthetically pleasing, especially for pictures. It gives a very intimate ambience with the blue lights and the stairs up to the second floor. I like that this restaurant was tucked on the side of Broadway, so you don't have to go through all of the clutter of the bars. Service was amazing, our waitress took care of our big party with ease, and there were no faults at all there. The food was great. We started off with spinach dip, and the truffle Parmesan fries. Those fries are amazing, the garlic aïoli comes with is so good. I ordered the hand cut ribeye with macaroni and cheese and grilled asparagus. It was delicious! Everyone else in our party ordered the chicken, salmon, mahi-mahi, and the tuna. They all said the food was great! I definitely will return whenever I'm in the city.

I just love the entire posh vibe here. I ordered the avocado toast with a side a fries. The avocado toast was so good and so filling. The fries were a generous portion and so crispy. Writing this makes me want to go back. Just make sure you have a resy, so you can ensure you'll get a table. we went for brunch!

OH my GOD this place is unbelievable! The food, the people the ambiance! The best restaurante in Nashville!!!! Wow Try the strawberry salad!!!

The first thing that blows you away is the AMBIANCE! The decor is immaculate- down to the lighting, silver accents , led lights , and art ! The bar sits in the middle of the restaurant with dining on each side . The restaurant sits on two level with dining on the top . Me and my husband dined here for Saturday brunch. We were greeted by the hostess CC. She was warm , friendly and professional. Our server was McKinsey - she was attentive , friendly, and did an awesome job walking us through the menu . My husband ordered the breakfast board and of course I nibbled on his plate a bit , this is a MUST to try on the menu . The smoked salmon is high quality and very fresh . The bacon was thick cut and the waffles were delicious. I had bacon and eggs . The bacon was a different cut than what was on the breakfast board and the eggs could have been cooked a little harder in my opinion. The biscuit and potatoes were delicious and McKinsey brought out some strawberry Jam for me . Now - the libations...I had the mimosa flight and had tons of champagne left so it was well worth the price because you mix it yourself . ..and the Moët vending machine- I loved the idea of this ! You purchase a token and use the token to purchase a miniature bottle of Moët ! The restaurant was also beautifully decorated for the holiday season.

This is review for the speakeasy at The Rutledge, Anonymous. It was a pleasant surprise and fun experience talking to Josh about alcohol anxiety te artistry of mixology. It's dark, moody, modern, and mature. Josh was knowledgeable and hospitable. I told him that my favorite cocktail was a Paloma and he asked me if I wanted to make it with some Fall flavor. BUT IF COURSE I DID! I enjoyed my drink and my best friend loved hers. I recommend that anyone who really wants a masterful cocktail experience with premium alcohols, artistry, and an intimate atmosphere come here. Like most people who've been in Nashville a long time, going downtown is like nails on a chalkboard but this made the spooky season speak easy crawl worth it alone! I love it enough to come back downtown.