888

Very cool space where there’s a DJ that plays vinyl albums. Good food. Service is a little slow. Made a reservation for a seat at the sushi bar which had wide availability (every 15 minutes) but still had to wait 30 minutes past my reservation to get seated. Would have appreciated an apology or something.

888 has an excellent atmosphere, great vibes, and the sushi is top quality and incredibly fresh. I have made reservations several times for dinner and I appreciate that the menu also has food options for guests that may not be interested in sushi. Overall, I can’t recommend this place enough and it’s always an amazing experience!

We had dinner at the sushi bar and were so impressed with the food and space. Highly recommend the fresh sushi but also loved the steak meal with carrots. The records wall is fantastic. Great whiskey and sake selection, as well as a couple good mocktails.

Wonderful dinner last night at 888. We ate at the bar and Sam took exceptional care of us. The sashimi our favorite! We will go back. Received a nice thank you email from Philip Stewart - general manager - this morning thanking us for coming to dinner. Nice touch!

I took my Brothers to Eight Eight Eight because we heard it was a great experience. As we entered we were greeted by A delightfully hospitable host who seated us. The lounge and whole environment, including lighting and music from the resident DJ, not to mention the color palette for an over all incredible vibe for dinner. Our service was on point! Some of the best service I’ve had in Nashville. Our server was knowledgeable, informative, had answers to any question we asked and above all, detailed each dish articulately and very professional. Our tables server was Josh. When I return I will request him as my server if he’s working that evening. The food, and cocktails were incredible. From the artistic display to the flavor profile of each dish, just perfection! What’s more! Every bite was just delicious. All unique, flavorful, and being someone who has enjoyed fresh seafood on the coasts, every bite of sashimi and sushi was perfection. It was like I was at the sea enjoying the freshest sea food. Incredible experience at Eight Eight Eight! Hospitality and experience at 10/10! For my brothers and I, we will be bringing family and friends to enjoy this experience as we did without a doubt! Highly recommend this experience for locals and visitors to Nashville!

Amazing concept ! The best I have seen in Nashville so far! The restaurant is gorgeous, super cool vibes, music on point , drinks are delicious, but my favorite part was the food each dish is so unique and flavorful, that I can’t choose only one, even the vegetables are incredible! Sushi super good ! I will definitely go back and try all the menu !

what a VIBE! we came here for a birthday dinner and the staff signed a card for my fiance that they gave him upon arrival. such a sweet touch/ memento. there's free valet at the JW, great sound system + vinyl collection which kept my head bumpin all night. ally was an amazing server and helped us pick out some yummy food / drinks when the choices were hard because everything looked so good. it was a busy friday night but things came out pretty fast still and everything was so delicious. as a newer spot, i think they're still figuring out allergy accommodations, but even with a sesame and coconut allergy we had lots of options and enjoyed everything! we could've stayed all night long.

We made it out to 888 this last evening and everything was fantastic! The ambiance of the restaurant is really cool! They had two dj’s playing classic songs from vinyl records all night long. Our server Abigail was very friendly and knowledgeable. We had the geisha roll (my favorite) and the trio (my wife’s favorite) As well as the black cod and the yellowtail. We didn’t have one bad dish, they were all incredible! The prices are very reasonable for a restaurant like this, in my opinion! We will definitely be back!

I recently visited 888 with a friend to celebrate my 25th birthday. Leah was my server and she was nothing short of incredible. She was extremely helpful on navigating us through the menu and giving us recommendations. Food and drinks were amazing. 10/10 recommend 888, ask for Leah.

Amazing. Tucked next to the jw hotel. I sat at the bar bar, instead of the sushi bar. It's giving date night, moody, and vibey (I was alone so I was hating lol jk). Uni from Hokkaido 10/10. Fresh juicy. I put extra wasabi (but you'll have to pay more for real wasabi) The bartenders (Sam and associate) were so attentive and nice. Def recommend

Did a solo dinner at the bar and the atmosphere is great! I was a bit disappointed that the dishes came out of order (entree before the shareables). I also didn't get utensils to eat my miso cod with and I felt like I had to ask for every little thing. The bartender was nice! Overall, I recommend the restaurant but I feel like there needs to be better service at the front bar.

Visited 888 with my husband for a date night, and it did not disappoint! He found this place through social media, and the whole vibe was incredible--I absolutely loved it. Since we arrived early for our RSVP, we started with drinks at the bar. My husband had the Kuraokami, and I went for the Warrior Poet--both were amazing. For seating, we chose the sushi bar instead of a table since we always enjoy that experience. And here's something really cool--the DJ was mixing on real vinyl right beside the chef! We started off with a bottle of Albariño, the perfect pairing for raw seafood in my opinion--and that's exactly what we came for! For appetizers, we had the oysters, which were different from anything we've had before but anyways fresh and delicious. For the mains, we couldn't choose just one, so we shared: - Tuna Tartare - Fresh and flavorful. - 888 Roll - Salmon, avocado, and ginger--simple but perfect. - Donabe Fried Rice - Made tableside, which was such a cool experience! The ambiance is elegant yet modern, with dim lighting for the perfect vibe and spot on decor. The service was fantastic, which is pretty standard in Nashville, where everyone is so friendly. RSVP highly encouraged! Pay parking available nearby. Will be back!

From the moment we stepped inside we were greeted by personable warm smiles, free coat check, free parking and amazing vibes. The inside was hidden by thick black curtains and felt like an old jazz bar type atmosphere. We were seated unfortunately behind a wooden door so couldn't see the DJ which I would've loved, but next time I'll remember to ask. All food was hot and fresh and delicious. The chicken karaage stood out as well as the spicy tuna hand roll. For drinks we did a beer and a matcha mezcal. Cocktail was amazing! Would definitely be back just for a cocktail and dessert. Overall service 10/10 food 8/10 vibes 8/10- already planning another trip back with friends, thanks 888 teams

Man! If you haven't been to 888, you're missing out big time. If you're staying at the JW Marriott, just go ahead and make a resy during your stay. Booking a resy online is super easy without a hassle. Jaden, the host who we encountered during our visit was phenomenal. He was very personable and ensured that we would be seated considering our late arrival due to traffic. So accommodating! Service was A1. Cleanliness of the entire place was top tier. The overall ambiance was a vibe. Dim lighting. Intimate seating. Great music. Honestly, what more could you ask for? The wait staff was on top of it. They ensured the empty plates were cleaned off the table to prepare for the next dish. We came here for a birthday. You might say we ordered a little of this and that on the menu to get a taste of EVERYTHING. I'm not sure if there is anything here that I wouldn't recommend. Out of everything we ordered these were my top faves..... 1) matcha mezcal 2) fried rice 3) 888 signature roll 4) chicken Karraage 5) A5 Tallow fries **You can't go wrong with any of these to be honest! They even brought moist towels on the table for each of us to clean our hands prior to partaking in such goodness. I will definitely be back!

We came here on a Sunday night after making reservations the day of. There is 4 hour complementary valet parking at the JW Marriott. The entrance is kind of hidden & is not actually in the hotel. Walk to the left of the hotel & the restaurant entrance is located right on the corner of Clark & 8th Ave with a subtle red light above the door. We were checked in by the most friendly host & offered a coat check at the door. We arrived early for our 5:30 reservation but seated immediately. The ambiance is incredible. You can tell they put a lot of thought into the design of the space. Perfect date night vibes with a DJ playing in the background. Our waitress, Leah, was perfect the whole night. She was friendly, explained the menu, gave suggestions, & checked in on us all night. My only critique is the food was sort of a hit or miss. We ordered the okonomiyaki, tuna tartare, donabe fried rice, the 888 roll, & the Mille crepe cake. Okonomiyaki was on the smaller side & was slightly too underdone & mushy for my preference. The pork belly bits were great, though! The tuna tartare was our least favorite. We felt the flavors of salmon roe didn't really complement the tuna tartare very well, & the crispy rice that came with it was tooth-chipping crispy. It gave a more cheap poke bowl vibe than a casual-upscale tuna tartare dish. The fried rice was solid, but for $36, we expected there to be a little more than 4-5 small bites of chicken. The 888 roll was also good, but very average. Would love to see more traditional vs westernized roll options in the future, but also understand given the Nashville demographic. Our favorite of the night was the crepe cake! Super good & the raspberry cotton candy was super tasty! Ambiance 5/5 Food 3/5 Service 5/5 Overall, this place is worth a try! I wish there was more of an authentic Japanese component to the menu & also feel several of the items could be improved, but still decent overall!

This place is such a vibe. This speakeasy style sushi restaurant is in a beautifully decorated space and has a vinyl-playing DJ (they post which vinyls will be played on their instagram!) They have an awesome cocktail and sake menu with their matcha mezcal sour (sub tequila) being my favorite. Order again: Donabe fried rice- yummy modpodge of tasty flavors served with a table side mixing experience 888 roll- salmon forward deliciousness Crunchy tuna- contrasting textures make this roll a must try chicken karaage- fried chicken with a flavorful honly glaze/miso ranch combo unagi nigiri I think this is such a cool space to have dinner but I have experienced fresher/better quality fish overall. This is still one of my top places for sushi in Nashville just due to the consistency and the quality of the overall experience here. I think its going to be a light bites and drinks place for me in the future! PS: Make sure to take advantage of the free valet at the JW for up to 4 hours.

I sat at the bar and received wonderful service! I was asked about any allergies and she accommodated my food as needed. The vibes are very modern and it's very dimly lit. Loved the DJ next to the chefs, that was a great ambiance booster. You could tell the sushi was fresh which made it all the more delicious!

Once again I am absolutely BLOWN away from the exceptional staff service. Each and every time I have gathered up friends and family to join me on another experience to this establishment it is always 12/10. My favorite, all time favorite, place to go in Nashville. From the moment you walk in, to the amazing DJ Chip who knows EXACTLY what he is doing, to the wonderful bar staff curating the best drinks I am in love. Thank you for making a special place in town that transports you somewhere new! It's my go to staycation spot. Each and every person I have brought with me has been amazed! They share the love with me and can't get enough. Best dining experience in town, along with my new favorite New Years spot! (I had the honor of celebrating New Years with 888 and once again phenomenal) I am in love and morning can stop me! I cannot thank the staff enough, I cannot be more grateful to the chef for his inspiring works of art, and special kuddos to everyone who made this place happen!

A group of us were heading out on the town and one of them recommended this place. After getting drinks elsewhere we walked over to 888 (or should it be eight eight eight like it is on the menu - who knows since the exterior doesn't have a sign!). Welp, we learned the hard way that reservations are needed. We were able to snag spots at the bar, but we were all separated, but we made it work. I tried the karage chicken which was delightful. Definitely more elevated than what I had at convenience stores in Japan. Some of my friends tried various sushi rolls and really like them, too. The ambiance is the real winner here. Such a cool vibe with lots of space. And the vinyl nights - I must go back to experience one of these!

Came here last night and it was a vibe. We sat at the sushi bar and I will say it was louder than I anticipated however we still enjoyed ourself. We started with the baked crab rolls and fries and then ordered the 888, trio, sake-su and geisha rolls. The geisha was by far my favorite but everything was good however we ordered way too much food for two people. The crab rolls and fries were definitely a hit too. I will definitely be back but will opt for a regular table. They also offer free valet at the JW for up to 4 hours.

Intimate, modern space with delicious bites and a fabulous vinyl collection. We celebrated a birthday here, and loved most of what we tasted. Special highlights were the tartare and the udon noodles with soft shell crab. Our waitress gave us some good sake recommendations as well. Overpriced and not successful dishes were the wagyu sliders and the baked crab rolls. The slider meat was tough, and the roll would be better if sliced like sushi. Staff is friendly, efficient, and focused on keeping things moving. We didn't feel rushed, but more like carried along. The unique flavors and environment are what makes this place stand out.

To start off the restaurant is so cute on the inside! I loved the decor. When we sat down the menu had so many good options. We decided to take some recommendations from our awesome waiter Jason. We started off with the chicken karrage. The Sauce that came with it was delicious. We next had the steak tartar and the fried rice. Omg the fried rice was out of this world. It is a must order. We closed off our order with the trio roll and it tasted really fresh. Overall, can't go wrong with anything from this place!

Just finished up our late Sunday dinner here with friends. Let's start off with the interior, simple and sweet, it's beautiful and handsome all at the same time. The records on the wall, the lighting, the choice of furniture ... impeccable. They were slinging mac demarco and frank sinatra. Let's start on the food. We got an abundance of things. We picked the mushroom dumplings, a5 tallow fries, grilled yakitori, a5 steak tartare, donabe fried rice, hamachi roll, sake-su roll, and the salmon roll. I wish I could descriptors of each plate but we will be here all night if I do. All everyone needs to know is we would order every single thing again. Everything was delectable. We all have different taste buds and tolerances, but we were all impressed. Now let's talk about drinks. I was able to try the matcha mezcal sour and the toki highball. The high ball I would not buy again but the matcha sour I would buy a million times. Couldn't believe the complexity of one cocktail. Can't wait to find my way back. Recommend this place to everyone!

We were excited to try 888, canceling a reservation at a longtime favorite to experience something new. Unfortunately, our visit didn't live up to expectations. The biggest issue was a miscommunication with our order. We specifically requested an ingredient subtraction from our order, but after some back-and-forth--first being told it was a different ingredient, then later informed the kitchen had actually run out and substituted the originally request subtraction without telling us--the experience left us frustrated. While our server did remove the item and offered for us to order something else, the way it was handled made us want to just end the meal. Which, to our surprise, was challenging, because it took so long to get the check. On the plus side, the drinks were enjoyable, but the lack of attention to detail, general quality, poor communication, and overall handling of the situation made for a disappointing evening. To top it off, some in our group experienced mild illness later that night. We're not blaming the restaurant, but if others had a similar issue, it may be worth noting. I originally emailed the manager privately to share this feedback, hoping for acknowledgment or a simple response, but received nothing. That silence speaks volumes, and really says a lot about the amount of care put into those auto-generated emails are that requesting feedback. We had high hopes, but unfortunately, this visit missed the mark.

First, interior design of the space is perfection. It's trendy and moody and inviting with the DJ spinning records in the middle of the sushi bar. Food has a really creative twist on traditional dishes and execution was 10/10 on everything. The fried rice presentation is so cool with the bonito flakes. Wish the two top tables were spread out a little more because I don't like to dine on top of others and they were packed together. Our server was so helpful in providing recommendations and spacing out courses. It's a new "it spot" in Nashville for sure!! Also free valet parking for up to 4 hours at JW Marriott where restaurant is located!

Plan ahead and book a reservation! We came without one but were still able to grab a seat at the bar. The bartender serving us provided great service. It's a dimly lit restaurant (so dim it was almost hard to read the menu), but the in house DJ playing records between the two sushi chefs was a lovely surprise. I enjoyed the cocktail I ordered and the 888 signature rolls were very good. The mushroom gyoza wasn't for me personally.

#fatjared say...Really REALLY sad to give 4 stars here, but I have to. My overall message is that this place is AMAZING!!! 4.99 out of 5 and it's worth every penny! Since day 1 I have not faltered, nor will I ever with my reviews. 5 stars on Yelp is perfect, therefore you must be perfect to get a 5 star review. 888, I had 1 very small complaint, which means it was not a perfect meal. I specifically chose this place because it was in an amazing area, it was hot and new, the menu looked awesome, and my wife loves asian food. Nothing disappointed. We sat at the bar, staff was friendly, everything was intentional, the DJ was a champion and having a blast, and our server knew a lot about the place. Plus the GM has an epic mullett! We ordered, the Sake Su roll, 2 different sashimis, wagyu katsu, crab udon, and macha crepe cake. I will start with my 1 and only VERY SMALL complaint, that might not even be 888's fault. We had a small piece of a bone in our sushi. I think it was a remnant of a bone from the tuna filling. I hate to say it, but it was true. I think if I come back 49 more times I never have it happen, but this time it did. I will spare a full review of every dish, but I will say that every single one was so good that it could fill a review in an of itself. Authentic, fresh, unique, tasty, balanced, accurately priced, everything you want in a dish. I will add one more thing though, the wagyu katsu was maybe one of the best bites of food I have had in the past 5 years! I could truly become my former fat self off that dish! Overall, I look forward to coming back and visiting again because it was that good! Thanks for an amazing night 888!!

A DEFINITE COMEBACK!! 1. Please take a rideshare to 800 Clark. Tell your driver it's on the corner of 8th and Clark. On the JW hotel building! 2. Make a reservation! It wouldn't hurt! 3. They have a lot of shareable dishes. 4. THE MUSIC IS THE BOMB!!!! 5. This is a fusion of Japanese and soul food. That fried rice was more like barbecue rice! Very good! I ate the signature sushi roll that was wrapped in cucumber. That was so delicious! 5. Get the Japanese old fashioned with the Japanese whiskey in it. Apparently, my table loved it and kept ordering it! 6. Check out the schedule for the music tribute they're going to have prior to coming! I came at the end of Stevie Wonder!

So the atmosphere I would rate 4 if you're looking for a hip, trendy bar. Service is a 5. All the wait staff was super attentive and great service. The place is a new concept at the JW Marriott. The food however if you're looking for Japanese food, you could do better elsewhere for the price. I would rate it 2 It's an interesting twist of sushi rolls and other dishes but know that it's a fusion/interpreted version of sushi. The friend chicken has too much breading and on the salty side. Not a problem if your generally palate is more southern, but for out of towners, this is more a TN style friend chicken than Japanese karaage. For the sushi interpretation, it was a cucumber wrap which was creative and thin. Due to the lack of flavoring in the crab, it was definitely a contrast from the salty fried chicken! Note, the entrance is quite nondescript and GPS also is not great at leading you there. Even though I was staying at the JWM, i walked by the corner door several times.

What an amazing experience! I actually went twice in one week. The service and hospitality was 10/10 enough to bring you back! The first night was just for drinks at the bar, which were phenomenal Matcha Mezcal Sour was 10/10! The bartender went down the list of drinks and gave his favorites.. but if you enjoy mezcal and matcha definitely get Matcha Mezcal Sour, it's the drink for you. That night we went was also Mac Miller night so the vinyl/music played was dedicated to him. The second night was for dinner and we opted in for the Miyabi, it's a shareable plate option and 10000% worth the $95 per person because you get to try all the top plates on the menu. Everything was so delicious, tempura asparagus, chicken karaage, sushi, fried rice (+more) and the cute dessert! Make a reservation because they do get busy but sitting at the bar is also an option! It's also really incognito so look for the red light peeping out the doors

I have been patiently waiting to try 888. I was not disappointed at all. I mean wow, the rolls are straight forward and very fresh tasting. I got a ginger tea which was so warm and nice and lasted my whole meal. Our server was attentive and helped us choose our starters. We sat at the bar right by the DJ. I am obsessed with the vinyl DJ concept. I want to eat and hangout here every week. The ambiance is top tier and hard to beat.

I've been here 3 times in a month, it's that good. Sushi is super fresh and our favorite dish is the tempura asparagus. Drinks were good and it's a really beautiful restaurant with the coolest vibe. Staff is always super friendly, attentive, and helpful. A great addition to the Nashville food scene!

Very authentic/unique dining experience. I tend to like a quieter dinner but it was still impressive to hear the vinyl playing by the DJ while we ate. As for the food...best miso soup I have ever had. The toro was probably the best as well, along with an awesome fried rice. The roll was good but didn't compare to the other items. Hope to be able to come back to 888 soon. We were very impressed.

Food and service was excellent. That alone earns 5 stars. Add to that a DJ spinning records during dinner? Amazing. And the sound system is amazing too (ask them how they designed it)

2nd time here this month. Absolutely love the place, AMAZING food. Great staff, good music, good drinks. Overall clean, and good vibe.

Good spot! Liked the mezcal cocktail most. Great ambiance and good service from the staff.

Drinks and service was amazing! 10/10! If you ever happen upon this spot ask for Abigail as your server! She contributed to the experience we had greatly. I took my bf here for his birthday and noted that in the reservation and the 888 team personalized a note at our table! It was so cool. Vinyls were spinning all night and the dessert was impeccable as well! Will be back to try the food. It's around the corner from the JW Marriot main entrance. You'll see a bouncer and a red light above the door. There's also free valet for about 3 hours I believe....

Oh my gosh we loved this place!! I'm always hesitant to travel downtown for dinner as a Nashville Native, but the Marriott offers 4 hours free parking with their valet, which was so incredibly easy! It was almost like magic walking into this restaurant. You're transported into a dark, swanky music lounge. We had a cozy table in the corner and were quickly greeted with hot hand towels which was so lovely in the winter!! Our waitress was very attentive and friendly. My husband ordered the not so midori sour, and I liked it so much, I got one too! I think that is one of my most favorite cocktails I've ever tried. It was so light and refreshing. That was followed by the BEST French fries ever, their beef tallow fries. These were perfect, nothing else to say. My husband ordered a spicy tuna roll and he said that was the best sushi he's ever had! Finally, we shared the table side fried rice which was incredibly delicious. We can't wait to return!

For sure enjoyed this spot. Awesome atmosphere, service was exceptional. Cocktails were interesting and top notch. Appetizers were delicious. The sushi itself is rather basic, but the vibes, drinks, and other food would be worthy of a visit or two!

I wasn't sure what to expect coming here as a vegetarian but there were so many good options. We sat at the sushi bar table. The food was incredible. The tempura asparagus is a must try! The sake was very good as well. I would come back again.

I rarely leave bad reviews but this one came from the disappointed heart Two stars for the atmosphere and drinks which were the only great things unfortunately. -3 for the awful over priced food. We got the soft shell crab Udon (was NOT at all what I thought it would be), Trio Sushi, Oysters app, a fried rice dish for two, "molten cake", and matcha crepe cake with raspberry cotton candy. Sushi was the only thing that wasn't bad. For the hundreds of dollars it took to have dinner for three we could have went to the many other options in the area for better flavors, portions, and quicker service. We weren't even hungry by the time we finally got the items we ordered and were disappointed by each. 2/10 would recommend warily

This hidden gem was a whole vibe! We loved the dj spinning the best oldies that had everyone singing and bobbing their heads. The cocktails were delicious and refreshing. The food was top notch. The fish was so fresh, it melted in your mouth like butter. Our server was so professional and helped us pick a lot of the menu to enjoy.z We will be back!

This place made me want to start reviewing places more because I've seen it everywhere on social media. It does have a very nice vibe, but the food and drinks are mediocre. Love the concept of the bar though. I feel like if they had better food and better prices, it would be one of the best places in Nashville. The best thing that I had was the tuna tartare I would give that a 7/10. Everything else is pretty EHHH. The nigiri was OK as well, but the pieces were the smallest I've ever had. Service was OK. Our waiter was really nice but our food just took too long to come out. Tab was $183

This place was absolutely amazing. The ambiance was 10/10- so vibey from the food, to the tables and seating, to the decor. The edamame was some of the best I've ever had, and I absolutely loved the 888 roll. Is on the pricier side but the experience is definitely top notch. Huuuge fan!!

The food is great - apps and sushi were delicious! Cocktails are yum and the vibe is super vibey. Love this find!

If you are looking for a hip and delicious experience in Nashville, 888 is it! This restaurant is just the definition of cool. The food is also outstanding! The tuna crispy rice was our favorite and the dessert. Wow we will be back soon!

I really want to like 888, since the idea is so original: a speakeasy style sushi restaurant that has a vinyl-playing DJ. However, my biggest thought after the meal was "would I give this one or two stars?" Starting with ambiance, 888 sits behind an unmarked door with a red light, attached--but not directly--to the JW Marriott. Behind the doors is a modern, vibrant, and upscale-but-approachable sushi restaurant. Notably, along one of the walls is a collection of vinyl records and a DJ playing songs that set the mood. In this category, 888 does a great job. Hereafter, things get more grim. Starting with service, I initially was impressed that the restaurant reached out to me in advance of my reservation to ask a bit more about my party. Specifically, they learned that I had a small child that would be eating with us, and they offered a highchair in advance of me even entering the restaurant. However, the positives turned to negatives as we began to dine. The amount of time we waited between courses was rather absurd, lasting well upwards of 30 minutes between appetizers and mains. At one point, I flagged down our waiter, who was hard to find, to ask if we could just get a bowl of rice for my son (who was having trouble waiting to eat as he's only two) and a Diet Coke for my mom who had been waiting since we got there for one. Despite being a really simple request, and the fact that the rice cooker was within eye shot of me, it took an additional 10 minutes to fulfill both requests. Compounding this, was the relative lack of check-in that the waiter did throughout the meal, not noticing that my mom finished hardly any of her food and not really caring to ask why. Moving onto drinks, I thought the beverages were OK at best. The alcohol content was quite low in the mixed drinks and the wine selection for the price point of the restaurant was just OK. However, the real offender, was the food. Living in Southern California and often traveling to coastal cities I understand wholeheartedly that it's harder to source fresh fish in a landlocked city than it is in coastal areas. However, I have been to many a landlocked city and experienced both fresher and better quality than I experienced here. The complementary seaweed chips that they brought out reeked of THA, the substance that makes fish smell fishy when they're left out too long. The chicken Karaage was pretty lame as well, and they clearly knew that as they tried to cover it with a very mayo heavy sauce on the side. Similar to the chicken karaage, the chicken in the chicken fried rice was filled with fat and gristle, and some pieces looked undercooked. Overall, the fried rice itself was the best dish. As I mentioned about the seaweed, the sushi we ordered, was chewy and slightly smelled of THA, again, indicating that their ingredients just weren't fresh. Adding insult to injury, the price point here wasn't cheap, I would say most of the better dishes costed $40-$50, and there were some quite over-the-top dishes as well, including those that featured caviar and gold flakes . As I've said in my reviews of some other restaurants, I have trouble justifying why one would spend a high price on luxury ingredients, when a restaurant can't even get the basics done correct correctly. All in I was highly disappointed by 888 , between stale fish, long service and wait times, higher prices for what one would get, and mediocre drink drinks, it is exceedingly hard to recommend this to anybody who visits Nashville or in the Nashville area. I have to assume, although I'm not a local, but there's much better sushi available.

Came back tonight for drinks and a bite to eat after a long day. Needless to say I was pleasantly surprised! Ordered the 888 roll and the tuna tartare. Both were exceptional, fresh and very enjoyable! Also had the Cheet Code cocktail that was very delicious! Needless to say my second impression was much better than my first. Will be back for the great vibes and yummy eats!

Overall vibe was cool, trendy, dimly-lit! The food & drinks were great! We were gifted a round of free drinks because we were seated after our reservation time. Spent around $400 for 3 people. The only thing I would change is the caviar selection didn't seem worth the price point! I recommend this restaurant & could see myself returning!

Wow. Had a great time at 888. My wife and I checked in to The JW on Sunday evening. We had originally planned on going out on the town when we arrived but it was raining. We decided to try 888. We looked for a reservation and all they had was at the sushi bar. We headed down from our room and around the corner to find the place. We almost couldn't find it. There is no signage like a speakeasy. We found the door and were immediately seated at next to the DJ. Yep the DJ. He was spinning old LPs and keeping a chill vibe. The drinks and food were fabulous. We ordered drinks, an app, nigiri, a roll, and dessert. Everything tasted so fresh. The desserts were just ok but the overall experience is awesome. I highly recommend.

Amazing ambiance and energy. Truly a speakeasy on the corner of the hotel. Friendly staff and a cute vinyl theme for any music enthusiast. Be sure to make a reservation or you can take your chances with getting a sit at the bar like I did. The food was fresh and unique like the tempora seaweed as an appetizer. I can't wait to bring friends and try the Miyabi experience.

Ambiance, food, location, service, and drinks were all 10/10! We'll definitely be back!

Love love love the vibe......you have combined all my favs in one place...excellent sushi, dj spinning LPs and a dark loungey discreet environment to chill. Dang I wish I lived in Nashville. I'd be here all the time. Fabulous servie too!

This new spot is a super chic, elegant yet fun new sushi spot. Vibe is exceptional, and the service and food are spot on...it's on the pricey side, but that's fine as long as the experience matches the price. And in a city where good sushi is not an easy find, 888 serves up some delicious and innovative takes on standard sushi fare. All in all, a great addition to the downtown scene. Highly recommended! PS: The only negative was poor service at the hotel valet stand (they took our ticket and forgot to get the car until I asked 30 mins later) but that has nothing to do with the restaurant, so not factored into this review.

The vibes are just right. It's the kind of place that's good for a date or solo adventure. The star of my meal was the wagyu strip- so soft and perfect. The tallow fries are delicious and crispy. I also tried the trio sushi roll which wasn't bad but lacked some flavor but the fish was fresh. Next time I'd try something else. Either way- I'll be back.

Food was very good. Very fresh. Very high end. Very flavorful. 10/10 food. Expensive, but worth every penny. Only reason bringing it down to four stars is a place like this in town like this should have a much better wine selection (only 4 wines I believe). Unfortunately, the bottle of wine we ordered was not very good. The Waygo Katsu Sando was one of the more flavorful things I've eaten in my entire life. Inside, the place has Fabulous vibe. So fun, DJ booth built into the sushi bar. Fun setting, music was a tad too loud but not too bad. Awesome place. Our server Josh was one of the best servers we've ever had. He was friendly and knowledgeable. Attentive without being overbearing. He was fabulous.

Sushi-deprived L.A. transplant here. I love Nashville, but let's face it, the sushi has not arrived yet. I was stoked to try this place. Room has a vibe for sure. Nice build-out. Music sounded great. The nirigi was objectively very good. Best I've had here by a mile. The wagyu sando was decent at best. Undercooked and small (for $38). Yellowtail handroll was a funky disaster. Not sure what was going on there. The service was mediocre, and food at a snail's pace. The pricing was a gouge that is hard to even put into words. If you care, or have some sense of what a meal like that should actually cost, just be prepared to have a heart attack and fall out of your chair when the bill comes. The sushi search continues.