No matter the number of guests, hosting an event is no small feat. Next time a celebration is in order, leave the legwork to one of Nashville’s many fabulous restaurants offering private dining spaces. When your group is too large for a dining room reservation — but too small for an event venue — each of these private dining rooms will set the scene for a memorable event.

*Listed in alphabetical order

Bourbon Steak

Neighborhood: Downtown
More info: nashvillebourbonsteak.com

Host your next event 34 floors over Nashville. Bourbon Steak, an elevated restaurant serving premium steaks and seafood, offers three private dining options. The Rare room can accommodate groups of up to 12, Rye can hold up to 18, and the Reserve semi-private space can host up to 24. Each offers sweeping views of the Nashville skyline. (Note: There is a food and beverage minimum when booking any room.)

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Bourbon Steak’s private event space includes stunning views of the Nashville skyline. Credit: JW Marriott

Boqueria

Neighborhood: Downtown
More info: boqueriarestaurant.com

Fifth & Broadway’s resident tapas spot, Boqueria, has partnered with event and decor planner The Setup to up the ante on its in-house event capabilities. Capacity ranges from private (36 seats) to semi-private (40 seats) and full venue buyouts (160 seated), each offering custom tablescapes and complete decor for an Instagram-worthy event. 

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Floor-to-ceiling windows in Boqueria’s private dining space overlook Nashville’s iconic Ryman Auditorium. Image: Digital Love

Char

Neighborhood: Green Hills
More info: nashville.charrestaurant.com

This Green Hills Southern-style steakhouse can accommodate up to 40 guests for a multitude of events‚ from meetings to cocktail receptions and seated dinners. Food and beverage minimums for an event at Char begin at $500 for weekday lunch, with menus customizable depending on group size and preference. 

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Char’s private event space can accommodate up to 40 guests. Image: 4Top Hospitality

Etch

Neighborhood: Downtown
More info: etchrestaurant.com

Located Downtown, etch offers two private event spaces to accommodate groups ranging from 12 to 40. The smaller Intermezzo Room offers the restaurant’s full menu, while the larger Encore Room has a prix fixe selection. Spending minimums begin at $300. 

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This private table at etch has ample natural light for a bright and airy gathering. Image: 4Top Hospitality

Henrietta Red

Neighborhood: Germantown
More info: henriettared.com

Impress your guests at Henrietta Red, where both the restaurant and its chef and owner Julia Sullivan are James Beard Award semifinalists. The onsite private dining room (directly adjacent to the main dining room) can accommodate groups of up to 30 for events, receptions, and gatherings, including food, drinks, and decor options customizable for each occasion. Alternatively, you can opt for a soirée under the stars by reserving the courtyard. 

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The private dining area at Henrietta Red is a lovely spot for special occasion brunches and beyond. Image: Facebook

Husk

Neighborhood: Rutledge Hill
More info: husknashville.com

Housed in a historic carriage house, The Stables at Husk is a dedicated private dining and events space that operates separately from the main restaurant for ultimate intimacy. The room can hold up to 16 guests for brunch, up to 28 for a seated dinner, or up to 35 for a cocktail reception, with dedicated restrooms and a patio for guests only. For larger groups, the entire restaurant is available to buy out. 

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For ultimate intimacy, the Stables at Husk offers a separate private event space. Image: Husk Nashville

Marsh House

Neighborhood: The Gulch
More info: marshhouserestaurant.com

Nestled on the ground floor of The Gulch’s Thompson Hotel, an excellent event space in its own right, Marsh House offers a large family-style table with 16 place settings for intimate gatherings like birthdays and bridal brunches. For an elevated experience (literally), treat your group to a cocktail at the rooftop bar, L.A. Jackson, before or after. 

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Marsh House’s private dining table can seat 16 guests. Image: Marsh House

Miel

Neighborhood: Sylvan Park
More info: mielrestaurant.com

Sylvan Park’s French-forward Miel offers a dedicated event space through The Barn, a room separate from the main restaurant that can accommodate 26 seated guests or 40 standing. Chef Jason Lalacona customizes each event with a tailored menu, cocktail service, and wine pairings, and the Barn has garage doors that can be opened in nice weather for an open-air experience if preferred. 

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Miel houses a separate private event space, The Barn, accommodating 26 seated guests. Image: Jen McDonald

Moto

Neighborhood: The Gulch
More info: mstreetnashville.com

M Street’s Italian cucina, Moto, offers three separate options for private events. The main dining room, capping its capacity at 100, is available to buy out, and smaller spaces like the 44-seat Ivy Room and the 16-seat semi-private Chef’s Room are also bookable for various events. Menu options range from pre-selected shared plates to plated entrées. 

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Moto’s “Ivy Room” offers stunning secret garden vibes. Image: Facebook

Present Tense

Neighborhood: Wedgewood-Houston
More info: liveinthepresenttense.com

A modern Japanese newcomer to Nashville, Present Tense offers a 14-person table and couch in a private dining room onsite. There’s no fee to reserve the space, and the team works in tandem with event hosts to curate a priced-per-person menu. 

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Present Tense is a Nashville newcomer serving modern Japanese fare. Image: Nathan Zucker

Yolan

Neighborhood: Downtown
More info: yolannashville.com

The Joseph’s onsite Italian concept, Yolan, helmed by James Beard Award-winning chef Tony Mantuano and semifinalist pastry chef Noelle Marchetti, offers an intimate 14-person private dining room for special occasions.

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Yolan’s private dining table can host 14 seated guests. Image: Eric Laignel

May your event planning be a success!

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Kellie Walton
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Kellie Walton

Kellie Walton is a Tennessee-based travel, food, and beverage writer eating and adventuring her way through life. When she's not in the air, she’s on the ground discovering the hidden gems in small towns and big cities around the world.