10 Best European Restaurants in Nashville

The Iberian Pig is a Nashville modern Spanish tapas restaurant designed around shareable dining. Its menu is suited to groups ordering multiple plates, with dishes described across charcuterie, seafood, vegetables, pork and desserts. The restaurant combines an elegant but approachable setting with a menu that encourages trying several preparations at the table, and it offers both dine-in and delivery.

The Authentique Wine Bar & Crêperie combines a French café atmosphere with wine-focused experiences and a menu that includes crêpes, tartare, caviar, desserts and charcuterie. Wine tastings and guided flights emphasize French wines and practical instruction on tasting and identifying notes, making the bar a fit for a pre-dinner stop or an evening built around wine.

V Modern Italian is an upscale Italian restaurant in Nashville's Gulch with dine-in, takeaway, outdoor seating and a bar. It suits date nights, group dinners and drinks, offering lunch, dinner and brunch alongside pizzas, pasta, small plates, cocktails, wine, coffee and desserts. The energetic, trendy setting includes reservations, though a wait is usual.

Aba Nashville is a Mediterranean restaurant suited to celebrations, group meals and dinners built around shared dishes. The menu described in Nashville includes hummus, whipped feta, muhammara, kebabs, shrimp, short rib, braised lamb and cocktails, with a covered outdoor veranda adding to the setting. Table barcode payment allows guests to split the bill as needed.

Edessa Restaurant Kurdish Turkish Cuisine is a Nashville Turkish restaurant serving Mediterranean plates, kabobs and vegetarian dishes. Its menu spans familiar choices such as kebabs and Cornish hen as well as Turkish dumplings, eggplant purée, clay-pot dishes, fresh lavash and künefe. The restaurant suits diners exploring Kurdish and Turkish cooking, with large platters and attentive service forming part of the experience.

Luogo is a Nashville restaurant serving Italian food in an elegant but welcoming setting. Its menu includes pasta such as lobster fettuccine, arancini, thin pizza and dark chocolate gelato, with service suited to birthday dinners, family meals and occasions that call for attentive hospitality. The restaurant is family-owned and offers a polished dining experience without losing a warm atmosphere.

Barcelona Wine Bar is a Nashville Spanish restaurant built around small plates, paella, cocktails and wine in an intimate late-night setting. It suits groups who want to share a wide range of dishes, with tapas-style ordering that supports conversation and variety. The wine program includes Spanish organic and biodynamic selections.

etch is a globally inspired restaurant in downtown Nashville with an eclectic menu shaped by chef Deb Paquette’s interest in flavors, ingredients and techniques from around the world. The restaurant has a full bar, two private dining rooms and a chef’s bar overlooking the open kitchen. Its wine list includes more than 80 choices, alongside local beers and signature cocktails.

Sadie’s is a Mediterranean restaurant serving dishes such as falafel, chicken souvlaki, steak, hummus, whipped feta and mezze. It suits diners seeking flavorful Mediterranean plates in a bright, welcoming setting. The menu also includes seafood dishes and desserts, while the restaurant is noted for attentive service and allergy awareness.

Once Upon A Time In France is an unfussy, Parisian-style bistro and bar serving classic French fare such as steak frites and escargot. It suits diners looking for an intimate setting and traditional dishes including French onion soup, beef bourguignon, foie gras, beef tartare and petit filet. The restaurant’s atmosphere is warm and charming, with attentive service described across several meals.