Park Cafe

The place had a pleasant atmosphere, but it felt a little off that, on Valentine’s Day, the TVs were showing a golf tournament instead of something more fitting for the occasion. As for the food, the presentation was appealing, but the flavors didn’t quite come together—there was no real harmony between the ingredients neither had salt/pepper or other spices. The drinks were also a disappointment, tasting overly diluted and lacking balance.

Just went to Park Café on a jaunt through town — while the food in phenomenal and the setting is very chic indeed (I was solo on a trip so ate at the bar) it was the above-and-beyond bar service that really sealed the deal. I will be recommending this place to anyone visiting Nashville especially Belle Meade/Vanderbilt U areas. Christian at the bar was attentive, helpful, personable and accommodating, figuring out how to craft a meal for a girl on the go at the end of a brunch sesh that wasn’t hectic but was insistent! He cared for me among a pack of (fun!) regulars with aplomb. The Grüner Veltliner (white wine) glass I had was one of the most memorable I’ve ever tasted, with impeccable sourdough bread accompanying a hearty shakushuka. Don’t miss their salad dressing - the in house vinaigrettes are both exceptional!

Its a cool little spot in Sylvan park and if you've been to Sylvan you know that neighborhood and it's residents are very unique. Unfortunately I didnt have the best experience on a Sunday. Seated right away but 7 minutes to be greated. Ordered right away and asked for shakshuka to go with sourdough bread. Got my food was a salmon salad the brunch version. The salmon was small but cooked near perfectly the dressing was good as well. Then I watched my to go order sit for about 20 minutes and asked for a check 3 times. 25 minutes total to get a check dropped off at this point im kinda over it. The service wasn't good at all. Bartenders watched as the servers struggled to give me decent service and no one helped. Dish sat on my table finished for 20 minutes at least. Just not a great experience unfortunately. Maybe because i was by myself and there were bigger parties i dont know but it didnt feel like they cared to make me experience a good one.

Absolutely delicious food and great service! Thank you for making our Anniversary dinner extra special! We will definitely come back and look forward to trying it’s sister restaurants when we’re in Nashville!

Valentines date with my wife. This place is hands down a hidden gem! 11/10 recommend. The staff were all extremely nice and helpful and the food was out-of-this-world.

Came down to TN for my birthday and stumbled upon this PHENOMENAL establishment! The food was so amazing I had brunch here two days in a row! Topless mimosas… that’s all I have to say! Shout out to Christian for being absolutely fantastic! Can’t wait to come back!

This is another great place to dine out in Nashville! It was recommended by locals and turned out to be excellent. I had the Shrimp and Grits with a special request for no spice, and the Chef made it perfectly. My dinner partners ordered the Goat Cheese Pizza and the Park Cafe Salmon, and we started with a Hummus appetizer. For dessert, we enjoyed the Dark Chocolate Mousse Tart and the Creme Brulee Napoleon. Everything was absolutely delicious. They also offer many options for those who need a gluten free menu. This is definitely another Nashville spot on my A list!

Had such a lovely Valentine's brunch with our girls! Everyone enjoyed their food and we all got different meals! Great kids menu for the little ones too!

cannot recommend Park Restaurant in Nashville enough! From start to finish, my dining experience was absolutely exceptional. I started with the Cafe Salad, which was fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor--a perfect way to begin the meal. For my entrée, I chose the pork chop dinner, and it was cooked to absolute perfection--juicy, tender, and paired with sides that complemented it beautifully. To top it all off, I indulged in the s'mores bread pudding for dessert, and let me just say, it was a showstopper. The rich, gooey chocolate and marshmallow flavors paired with the warm bread pudding made for an unforgettable ending to an incredible meal. The atmosphere was inviting, the staff was friendly and attentive, and the attention to detail in every dish was evident. Whether you're a local or just visiting Nashville, Park Restaurant is a must-try. I'll definitely be back!

Park cafe has been out local go to for over 9 years. Even rented out back patio for an event. Recent turnover in ownership has brought about change. Love that they have brunch on Saturday and Sunday and staff is great. We love happy hour and especially Their mussells!...... but alas we visited tonight and were disappointed. No mussells on the menu as well as some other favorites are no longer on the menus The friend pickles ( always a Stable) were soggy the fried callarami ($16) was awful... most fried breading. .... We barely ate either. Pizza was good as well as hummus platter.... A salad ( which they spit for us) and apple crisp ended on a good note.... Bit disappointing that menus has been tweaked ... not in a good way. Please take note park Cafe

Our dinner was fantastic, the steak melted in my mouth, my husband loved loved his fish. just a great night.The service was awesome Doug " our waiter " was so wonderful and made our evening so special one of our favorite places to go Nick and Tracey Nashville

Nice experience. My group visited this place for lunch. Valet parking is complimentary and the staff were extremely kind. I got there early and they were very accommodating. For the price the portions were great! Would definitely recommend the food. The drinks... not so much. Our Bloody Marys had so much pepper in them it was sitting at the bottom of the glass. We were coughing. We showed the waitress and she kindly replaced them with mimosas. The vibe was really nice and quaint and the outdoor area was really cool. I would definitely go back for the food and customer service!

My first experience with Park Cafe last year was excellent, but my experience a few weeks ago was subpar. I think it was a case of a waitress needing more training, so I'm still giving 4 stars. We sat outside on the back patio which was so lovely. We ordered off the happy hour menu (which is available on Fridays) and the drinks were strong and pretty good. Three of us ordered burgers and the waitress never asked how we liked them, so we each got varying degrees. My dad's was completely cooked and mine was mostly pink. We also subbed the fries because we got a plate of fries from the happy hour menu, but we were charged full price for the sides AND didn't get the fries. The waitress also didn't tell us about that, so we were surprised with the bill. Also, she forgot to put in a dish and when we confirmed it wouldn't be on the bill since we didn't receive it, she simply said 'oh yeah, I didn't put that in.' Obviously not a big deal, but I do feel it's customary to apologize when you make a mistake especially at a nicer restaurant. All around, I think this specific waitress probably just needs more training. I will say the hostess was such a gem!

This is definitely one of my favorite places! I've been here three times with the occasion and experience being unique each time but always great! This last time was by far the best. I am tempted not to share their big secret which is they are now open for Brunch on Saturday and Sunday! I LOVE finding Saturday brunch places because Sunday brunch is always too busy and it can make it not enjoyable. We sat near the window so we didn't have the cold of the outside but the warmth of the sun! There were people enjoying their meal outside including someone with a dog and a baby. The mimosa options were great tasting and a great value! The Creme Brulee French toast was amazing and the Benedict was prepared perfectly. 100% WILL be returning!

Went on 12/7/24. Ambience is beautiful and romantic, Food was scrumptiously delicious. All staff were so nice.. Can't wait to go back.

Absolutely love Park Cafe. Staff and service are stellar. The food is absolutely incredible. A lot of thought goes into the menu and it shows. Highly recommend this restaurant.

I had no idea the park cafe was as lively inside as I've passed it so many times. The food was excellent the only reason it's getting a 4/5 is because they were out of alot of stuff. Waitress was amazing, food was spectacular, and the patio area was beautiful with the fire pits. Will definitely be back!

Again, did not disappoint. We had a table of six and everything we got was UNBELIEVABLY GOOD. Check out this restaurant. Food is amazing and staff is fabulous.

Park Cafe! What is going on? Terrible service, server was friendly but took forever to respond to anything Food was the worst ever. Chicken Milanese so charred barely edible. Shrimp and grits arrived cold and extremely salty-waited forever to get it heated up but still extremely salty. We will not be back and feel embarrassed as we suggested Park Cafe to someone from out of town.

I went in a couple weeks ago. Now they have a new owner the servers were not as friendly. They have taken several of my favorite items off the menu. I was used to going in and Yvette being there to treat me with a warm smile. No one had a smile on their face the last time I went. The food was not even as good on the night i went. So disappointed. My friend and I had been going in at least every 6 weeks. Not sure I will go back. Very sad!!

Park Cafe was 100% packed out but the front end staff allowed us to make a reservation about 2 hours in advanced. The hostess went above and beyond when seating us as she gave us an extensive overview of the menu, the history of the restaurant, and highlighted their best wines. When our meal was finished, she came back to genuinely check to see how our experience was and showed gratitude for us joining in their now customer family. I've never experienced sincerity like this at an Eatery. The food: I had the cheese tortellini which presented beautifully in a circular design with evenly spaced out decadents including tomatoes, artichokes, and other veggies. The sauces ratio was perfect as it enriched the flavor of the cheese in the pasta. My wife ate the Pig and Fig pizza which melted in your mouth with every bite. The cheese spread from top to bottom and emboldened the balsamic flavor. This dish is a must have, non negotiable. The Hashbrown casserole has a savory taste with a hint of sweet undertones as the flavor swirls in your mouth with an aftertaste that leaves you begging for more. The roasted Brussels were the biggest miss of the meal as they were dry and desperately needed sauce or cheese to lighten the taste of earthy greens. We tried both desserts: blondie brownie and the chocolate skillet. The brownie is a 10/10 banging dessert with melt in your mouth chocolate paired perfectly with vanilla ice cream. The skillet was a bit much and didn't do it for us. This place is a must visit and will be on our heavy rotation.

Park Cafe is one of my fiancé's favorite restaurants. We went together for the second time last night before the Yelp Van Gogh event. We had the grilled filet mignon, the salmon and crème brûlée. The filet was a bit dry and a little more done than medium for me. The salmon was had a crispy crust but medium in the middle. That's perfectly cooked for me. The non-traditional crème brûlée with phyllo pastry was delicious and a must try. Complimentary valet parking is offered but my preference is parking on the street whenever possible.

It was okay, parking sucked though. So i dont think it's worth it. It was a really hard time to find a place to park.

Fantastic every time we go for dinner!! Every aspect from the drinks, the food, the service, and the ambiance! One of favorite dinner spots in Nashville!

I went here with a group of friends for New Year's Eve dinner. The staff were getting killed by a full house, and they still managed to take good care of us. I'd like to try it again on a normal night.

Why am I just now finding this place after living in the nations for 4 years?! Cancel your plans and head to park cafe. I was able to make a last minute reservation on a Friday night which can mean it's not great or a hidden gem. Very much so the latter! The service was top notch and the food was outstanding. The perfect spot for a date night, parent/ in-laws in town, girls night- anything really! We started with the pig and fig pizza and meatballs. Both were so incredibly flavorful and the perfect starters. For a main I got the chicken skewers- which were good, not a stand out but I didn't expect much, it was a panic order ha. My husband got the filet with white cheddar hashbrown casserole and green beans. INSANELY tasty. My GF got the salmon and it was phenomenal. We got mac and cheese for the table and left absolutely stuffed. I'm dying to go back!!

a customer of many years - last night, shrimp & grits; tortelleni; cafe salad with salmon; and Park Cafe Salmon. All prepared much differently than in the past - totally awesome new way of preparing. we gave all dishes a 10+ - also, if u need great attention with menu knowledge , ask for Guenevier as your server - she is 10++

My husband and I were in Nashville for a month and a random person we met suggested Park Cafe, and I'm so glad he did. I feel that Park Cafe is a hidden gem in Nashville. Regretably - we did not sit outside in the patio. I had not seen any pictures of the patio so was thinking it was not going to be "great." I was so wrong. As we were leaving the restaurant, I saw the extensive patio. It's beautiful - you should make a point to eat there! I started with a glass of the Pinot Noir - but did not care for it. A matter of preference - but I loved my glass of Sauvy Blanc. My husband got one of the specialty drinks - something with bananas - and he said it was nicely strong. For starters - we got the Mozzarella Stuffed Beef Tenderloin Meatballs - and I would highly recommend these. They were two large meatballs and were outstanding. Very moist and a great flavor of meat. For entrees - my husband got the Park Café Salmon - which he loved with the asian influence. He thought those additional flavors made the dish. I got the Shrimp + Grits and ate every last bite. It was delicious and I would highly recommend it. There were so many options for entrees / apps here that we would have loved to have tried more. Unfortunately, we did not try this restaurant until the end of our trip - otherwise, I would have gone again. We loved the place. Great service - outstanding food!

The ambience is passable, the service is pretty basic. Now, I love food and especially spicy food, but I got the avocado toast, my party members got the shrimp and grits and another the chicken sausage scramble, and they were all way too spicy. Maybe it was a chili oil? Or some kind of homemade hot sauce? It was too much and over powered the dishes. The worst was the radishes in the avocado toast! Way too bitter and covered in the spicy seasoning, ruined the avocado toast (which was $15). I got cheddar on my scrambled eggs on the avocado toast and the chefs did not deliver. The saving grace was the chicken sausage, now THAT on the avocado toast would be superb! Hailey was our server and she was great, I could tell she was dealing with quite a few tables and was very polite, kind, and attentive.

I had a relaxing Sunday brunch. Music added a nice ambiance to the patio. The Butternut Squash soup and Creme Brûlée dessert were my choices as I wanted something lite and decadent. Server was on point, it seemed she was always a step ahead of me. Thank you!!!

One of the best restaurants I've been to in Nashville. Excellent menu and the chef has really curated the tastes so that everything complements perfectly! Love it and I can't wait to go back!

We arrived and were immediately greeted by Mansa- he took care of our car and greeted us warmly! We were seated in Jordanne's section and things just got better from there. The appetizers were off the chart (fig/pig pizza) was unbelievable! Main courses were great and bay all means DO NOT SKIP THE CRÈME BRÛLÉE!! Thank you Jordanne- what a tremendous experience.

Bland insipid menu for their bland, insipid customers. Got the wedge with fried green tomatoes. Tomatoes not prepared correctly. Very crunchy. Not what I want, at least. And red pepper jelly? Bleh. Ordered salmon as an add on. I've had better on airlines. Completely overcooked, dry tasteless. Went to be with people I care about. Will never ever ever go back again. Waste of time and money.

Park Cafe is my favorite restaurant in Nashville. Great food, ambience and service. Great patio for outside dining. The ownership is very friendly and remembers every time we visit. Convenient valet parking. Highly recommend

We frequent this restaurant during the week and love to sit at the bar. Great bartender and great, reliable meals! A neighborhood favorite for sure.

Really great food, and great atmosphere. Love this place. :). Had the cauliflower and it was delicious. Highly recommend!

Lovely lunch at Park Café in Sylvan Park today. There were there were eight of us. Our service was outstanding and our lunch was wonderful. All of the staff was very gracious.

One of my favorite resin Nashville. Great food and great service. my husband and I live the Sunday brunch

Food is awesome- ambience depends on which room you get Interesting though they charged 9.25% sales tax twice and the liquor "sin" tax which is legal in TN but doubling up the 9.25% tax seems odd and they really couldn't explain - buyer beware

My husband and I have lived in Nashville for nearly 15 years and finally had a date night at Park Cafe. Its been around for years and always busy. but after our dinner, we are confused as how?! Restaurant is pretty. Simple and bright. Our server was rude and sarcastic. We saw him openly get into an argument with another server in front of everyone. Service was incredibly slow. Food was definitely not worth the cost. pork chop was hard and chewy. Mac n Cheese was goop and so hot i think the macaroni melted as we couldnt find it. Shrimp pasta was not spicy as advertised and was drowning in flavorless sauce And boxed pasta. Shrimp was also chewy. I can see why people go for Happy Hour, because it's inexpensive and food is meh.

With all of the hype from new expensive restaurants joining the Nashville scene, Park Cafe is consistently superior. It is tucked within Sylvan Park in a quieter, convenient location. I have yet to be disappointed. Tonight we started with the Fig & Pig pizza. It was flavorful and the perfect small plate to start. Our waiter, Coffee, was quick and attentive. For our entrees, my boyfriend got the pork ribeye which was tender and a substantial portion. I got the lobster ravioli (which was the price of a small plate but the perfect amount for a full meal). The entire meal (which included 4 drinks total) was one third of the cost of a typical nice restaurant in Nashville. I will be bringing my elderly father back here because the atmosphere is ideal and quiet enough for him to enjoy.

What an amazing experience. Food and drinks were on point. The service was exceptional. They even combined our 2 group reservations to 1 big table for eight. Chef Paul even came to the table side to describe the food. Very warm environment with a touch of class. A definite must try when in Nashville.

Walk in the door to a very intimate and cozy restaurant. Very busy. In fact, well organized chaos better described the environment. We check in with the host who offers us a spot at the bar while we wait for our table (we're about an hour early for our reservation). I didn't catch the bartender's name, but she was an absolute treat. Made fantastic beer and cocktail recommendations. Very accommodating considering how busy she was. Absolutely perfect. We eventually get sat at our table and are greeted by, quite literally my favorite waiter we've had in Nashville, Ben. We explain this is our first time in, and he gives us some backstory to the restaurant, the physical building, and navigates the menu with us. We opted for the Calamari to start. Perfectly crisp. House-made marinara on bottom with Zucchini. Home run appetizer. In addition, Ben brought bread with a sinfully good Chimichurri to go with it. Next up, I went with the Steamed Mussles with a wedge, and my gal got the Artichoke Tortellini. Utterly fantastic. The mussels were incredibly fresh, and perfectly sized. The broth they were steamed in was absolutely delicious. The wedge was served with strawberry preserves that really gave an interesting twist on a traditional wedge. The Tortellini was unbelievable. Obviously handmade in house, the artichoke parmesan sauce it was served with was incredible rich. Fantastic dining experience. We bantered with Ben for a few more minutes after we committed war crimes to our entrees. Eventually he drops our check off..... 83 bucks folks.... That's it. I was flabbergasted. If you don't read anything else in this review, read this: From locals- Best dining experience for the money in Nashville Best service we've had to date in Nashville. We will become regulars. Thank you Park Cafe. Thank you Ben.

Went there last night for dinner and thought it was one of the best values for the quality of food and service in Nashville. I highly recommend. Jordan, our server, was impeccable and all of the staff were super nice including the valet. I will be back;-)

We enjoyed a second meal here and it was just as good as the first. Our server, Henry was great. Very attentive, great recommendations, and a fun sense of humor. I had the strawberry beet salad and it was fabulous, I think I'll start making them for myself just from the inspiration. We shared the stuffed dates, which I didn't love. The date kind of gets lost and the romenesco takes over. The spinach and chicken dumplings are a 12/10. I also had the shrimp and grits which were excellent, I'd definitely get them again. I capped off my meal with the strawberry shortcake and it was to die for. A lovely experience and we'll be sure to return.

I come here a couple of times per month, and I've always had a great experience. I can really only speak to the wine, as I come here for happy hour for a French group. Still, the ambiance on the terrace is great, and it's the perfect place to be when the weather is decent. Even when the heat was an issue, the restaurant put out mister fans which really made the experience enjoyable. I've sampled several of the appetizers as well, all of which are very good. That being said, the place isn't the cheapest, so be advised. Still, in my opinion it is definitely worth it! Happily, Clayton Cohn

I've been here a few times when I come to visit my clients in Nashville. The restaurant is quite spacious inside plus they have a lovely outdoor area with a couple of fire pit tables. It can get quite loud if there's loads of people outside so I prefer to have the option of inside dining. There's a step right at the front of the restaurant which needs to be labeled appropriately as I've seen a few people, including my client, trip over it. The wait staff are friendly and warm and acknowledge you quickly and remember if you have dined there previously. The food is delicious - the pig and fig varies each time I've eaten it - sometimes way too much fig or not enough cheese but tasty still the same. I always opt for the chicken breast and this time it did not disappoint- the little corn cake was absolutely to die for, I could eat 10 of those. I shared the pig n fig pizza with my client and he ate the stuff mozzarella meatballs. Overall an enjoyable evening.

Went on a Monday night around 6 pm for dinner and to see our favorite bartender JJ! I was able to immediately find seats at the bar. We chose the eggplant Parmesan and fish tacos! The fish tacos had a nice crunch and spicy level to it! But the eggplant Parmesan was the winner! I grow up having eggplant Parmesan, but it was nothing like this. This tasted so fresh and light somehow, yet flavorful. It was like an eggplant Parmesan lasagna, and I was into it! The bathroom was nice and clean. They do seem to have a happy hour of some sort from 4-6 pm every day. I didn't get a chance to ask what it was unfortunately. There is valet parking but also lots of free street parking. I would definitely recommend going and will for sure be coming back!

Well well welll Welcome back, it has been a while, it felt good to get out and enjoy a great meal, for our Mother's Day weekend. Special shout-out to Damian, our server and Evette our Hostess & Mansa our valet Now let's get to it, started with Wedge and garden salad- the wedge was perfect and the dressing was spot on, the garden salad had fruits and nuts and some kinda peanut dressing. What a pleasant start. We moved to the Gumbo, we are a bit of Gumbo snobs- and let me tell you "shey" "it was good yeah" perfect roux.., with right amount of sausage and rice For the Entree we had the Salmon, Meatballs- stuffed with cheese, the catch of the day mai mai, And the piece de resistance the shrimp&grits. This place is a long time Nashville Favorite, if you haven't already and you are new to Nashville, put this one on you list. If you are from Nashville, come on by and visit them again. Bon Appetite

Waiters insist you order every course at once because the "chef likes it" why?! Not a fine dining experience. Out of half of the most popular items.

The most incredible food I've had recently. Service impeccable and the seared scallops are unbelievable!!!!! Their hostess, Christine, makes you feel welcomed and special. This is definitely a repeaters place...... almost weekly!

In the midst of one culinary mediocrity after another, the Park Cafe was a wonderful bright spot! We started with a chicken liver pate (more of a mousse) split between two of us. It was a gentle liver pate, not overwhelming as they so often are. Needed more on the side mushrooms, onions and pesto. They were delicious. And definable more bread! I had the lamb chops - excellent, nice sized serving, good char and rare. Just the way I like them. My companion had the catfish, served with a superb crispy crust and still moist. Again, excellent. For dessert, we split a wonderful key lime pie. Cost, including tip with no alcohol was @$90. Not cheap but worth it. Highly recommend!

Comfortable place with friendly servers. Drinks are good with reasonable wine list. Nice appetizers, especially the mussels. Usually get the salmon. This place has outlasted many other restaurants. It's consistently good!

Visiting my best buddy in Nashville we dined here enjoying one of the best meals I have had in years. Salad, main course and dessert could not have been better! Our server was very professional.

Tried happy hour here. The inside of the restaurant is very nice, but the patio is fantastic. There is a huge outdoor area with a lovely modern fireplace & lots of varied seating. I appreciated that they did happy hour at the bar AND outside. They also have complimentary valet parking, which is a huge plus! I got the happy hour sparkling wine & my boyfriend got the margarita, which he loved. We shared the goat cheese pizza, green chile mac n cheese, and hummus. The pizza was pretty good, but could have used more goat cheese. The green chile went very well with the mac, and the addition of the pesto & feta to the hummus really worked. The one thing that bothered me was that their separate happy hour menu lists a number of items that are actually just regular-priced items from the overall menu, which gives the illusion that you're getting a deal when you aren't. The only discounted happy hour items are those with two prices -- the lower price is that offered during happy hour, and the higher is regular pricing. Everything with just one price is pulled off the main menu for regular price. When you consider this, there are only a handful of happy hour items -- mostly just pizzas & mussels.

I ordered the "TN Hereford Beef Burger" off of the bar menu. I requested it to be cooked medium well, but it was brought to the table medium at best. I was hungry, so I didn't bother sending it back. The burger itself was larger than I expected (no complaints there!). I would have forgone the bacon-onion jam as I felt it overpowered all of the other components of the burger, including the beef. The generous helping of fries on the side was cooked well but had way too much (what I believe was) rosemary seasoning, again overpowering the potatoes themselves. The service was ok, definitely subpar to what I would expect at a restaurant of this caliber. I may give the restaurant if presented with the opportunity, but I think I'll order something else.

In a city full of food, Park Cafe is a perfect neighborhood gem I will always come back to. The ambiance is fancy but welcoming, the food is outstanding but reasonably priced, and the service is always amazing. The fig & pig pizza and the lamb chops are mouth-watering and perfect. I tried the creme brulee for the first time and loved it. As always, a great experience and great food.