10 Best Celebrity Chef Restaurants in Tennessee

Celebrity Chef Restaurants Tennessee: 3 Key Takeaways

10 powerhouse restaurants across Tennessee are led by award-winning Chefs.
Dining experiences range from $50 to $400 per person.
Reserve early - spots at the Catbird Seat and Blackberry Farm are especially competitive, often booking out weeks in advance.

Celebrity Chef Restaurants Tennessee are turning the state into a top-tier dining destination.

From Indian-Southern fusion in Nashville to farm-to-table experiences in the Smokies, these 10 spots deliver world-class meals (and often, a seat just steps from the Chef).

1. Husk Nashville by Sean Brock

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Chef Sean Brock’s Husk Nashville honors Southern cuisine with a modern twist, emphasizing locally sourced ingredients.

Notable dishes include Shrimp and Grits and Crispy Chicken Skins.

Expect to spend $60 to $120 per person.

Reservations: Husk Nashville

2. Chauhan Ale & Masala House by Maneet Chauhan

Chef Maneet Chauhan’s vibrant restaurant combines Indian and Southern flavors, creating standout dishes such as Masala Fried Chicken.

Dining costs typically range from $50 to $100 per person.

Reservations: Chauhan Ale & Masala House

3. Gray & Dudley by Rob Newton

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Chef Rob Newton’s Gray & Dudley, located in Nashville, offers globally inspired Southern cuisine, featuring dishes like Nashville Hot Quail.

Expect to pay $50 to $100 per guest.

Reservations: Gray & Dudley

4. The Catbird Seat by Brian Baxter

Chef Brian Baxter's innovative tasting menu at The Catbird Seat presents an immersive culinary experience in Nashville.

Meals average $150 to $200 per person.

Reservations: The Catbird Seat

5. Blackberry Farm by Cassidee Dabney

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Chef Cassidee Dabney’s Blackberry Farm in Walland is acclaimed for refined farm-to-table dining, featuring dishes like Smoked Trout and Heritage Pork.

Dining typically ranges from $200 to $400 per guest.

Reservations: Blackberry Farm

6. City House by Tandy Wilson

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Chef Tandy Wilson’s City House in Nashville serves innovative Italian-Southern fusion dishes, including Belly Ham Pizza and Roasted Chicken.

Meals usually cost between $50 and $100 per person.

Reservations: City House

7. Adele's by Jonathan Waxman

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Chef Jonathan Waxman’s Adele's in Nashville celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients in dishes like JW Chicken and Kale Salad.

Expect around $50 to $90 per guest.

Reservations: Adele’s

8. Etch by Deb Paquette

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Chef Deb Paquette's Etch in Nashville is known for globally inspired contemporary cuisine, offering inventive dishes such as Grilled Lamb Loin and Scallops with Cauliflower.

Dining typically costs between $60 and $120 per guest.

Reservations: Etch

9. Folk by Philip Krajeck

Chef Philip Krajeck’s Folk, located in East Nashville, focuses on rustic Italian dishes and wood-fired pizzas, offering dishes like Clam Pizza and Garganelli Pasta.

Expect to pay between $50 and $100 per guest.

Reservations: Folk

10. 5th & Taylor by Daniel Lindley

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Chef Daniel Lindley’s 5th & Taylor in Nashville showcases contemporary American fare with Southern influences, highlighting dishes like Duck Confit and Fried Chicken.

Meals average from $60 to $120 per guest.

Reservations: 5th & Taylor