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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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