Clayton C.
Yelp
SUMMARY. Very cool spot. Came here over the holidays before a concert at the Ryman. Both drinks and food were on point. Cozy upscale ambience. Definitely recommend.
RESERVATION. We walked in around 6pm on a Monday. Not sure if they take reservations, but it's a small place. If you'll be coming during high-traffic hours, a reservation would definitely be worth looking into if they offer them.
AMBIENCE. The place is relatively small, but it's very nice. I would describe the ambience as upscale cozy. Chic diner meets high end cocktail bar. We sat at the bar, and it was definitely one of the quieter spots I've been to lately which made for a nice relaxing vibe. It was during the holidays, and the Christmas decor made for an even homier feel.
LOCATION. Located downtown on 7th in between Commerce and Broadway at the Holston House.
QUALITY. The quality was VERY good. I got an old fashioned that was perfect, and the presentation matched the drink quality. Clear ice cubes are purchased from outside vendors and stamped before being served. For dinner, I ordered the aioli burger, which was phenomenal.
SERVICE. Service was perfect. It was not crowded, and the bartender was at the top of his game. He was nice, helpful, knowledgeable, and expeditious. We were very pleased!
VALUE. This place is expensive, but that should be expected. Tenn is located downtown in a Hyatt-owned hotel, so I definitely had no expectation of it being cheap. Still, the ambience, service, and food/drink quality were exquisite, so I was happy to pay. Overall, I would say the price was on par with my expectation going in.
TAKEAWAYS. AWESOME place for quick bites and great drinks downtown. Highly recommend!
Happily,
Clayton Cohn