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The Patterson House

4.8 (198)
$30 and under
American
700 8th Avenue South, Fifth Floor, Nashville, TN 37203

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The Patterson House

4.8
$30 and under
American
The Gulch & North Gulch

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
We offer limited reservations and operate primarily on a first-come, first-served basis with seats available each night for walk-ins. We accept reservations for parties up to 10 guests.

Sixteen years and countless cocktails later, The Patterson House begins its next chapter atop The Bill Voorhees Building on 8th Avenue South. A pioneer of Nashville’s cocktail culture since 2009, The Patterson House continues to deliver its signature blend of tradition and innovation now through two dynamic drink menus: "The Short List" a modern menu of frequently changing original cocktails, and "The Long Menu" honoring The Patterson House's history with 100+ cocktails from the past 17 years, plus a curated non-alcoholic list, wine and beer.

To match this breadth behind the bar, the food from the kitchen brings a more plentiful array of dishes designed for both snacking and full meals, all thoughtfully created to be shared, and complement the bar’s ever-evolving menu.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (615) 810-8200
  • Website
    https://www.thepattersonnashville.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Host your friends or clients in The Patterson House Private Bar Room. Perfect for receptions, parties, cocktail hours, or client gatherings where guests can mix and mingle. We book in 3-hour blocks for the entire room complete with your own private bar and bartender.
  • Private party contact
    The Patterson House: (615) 810-8200

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Reviews

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4.8

4.8
(198)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Romantic

  • Nashville

    Lively

  • Nashville

    Romantic

  • Nashville

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Patterson House offers an "exceptional experience" with "amazing drinks" and a "wonderful atmosphere." Patrons praise the "fantastic service" and "great recommendations" from knowledgeable staff. Enjoy "superb cocktails" in an "upscale sophisticated vibe," perfect for "conversation" and special occasions. The "food menu is limited" but features standout dishes like the "best burger in Nashville."
198 Reviews

  1. Michelle

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent slow pace during the week to get amazing craft cocktails

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  2. Theresa

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food. Must try. Service outstanding. Interesting drinks more than your usual plain drinks

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  3. Lynne Gold

    Nashville30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The building is under construction so it’s a little strange to walk into the lobby area and have Constrution all over. Signage is good to get you to the elevator and connote fifth floor. Greeting was wonderful and as we went in Halloween all of the staff were in costume which was fun. My martini was delicious as were the other cocktails my friends got. Food was good - we were only given forks and a knife to share the country ham and to spread the butter that came with the sourdough would have been great. We all got cheeseburgers which were delicious. We did get the donuts and the butter cake for dessert. The donuts were a little lifeless but the butter cake was good. Very small servings but that was ok after a hearty burger. Overall the atmosphere is welcoming, dark, moody and great. Check it out.

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  4. Darrell

    Nashville1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have to acknowledge, the wait staff and bartenders were excellent. The hosts/hostess were very professional, but warm, inviting, and keen to help. The service provided during our visit was beyond superb, and I cannot express in words how fantastic the server handling our orders and table was in precise terms. The food was not up to expectations for a restaurant of this stature, but perhaps the preconceived opinions were conflated, being so close to The Catbird Seat. I will say, for aperitifs and bites, the drinks were sublime, the sourdough was fresh and delicious, the burger, ham, and fries were all fantastic. The wings and sorbet, in my modest opinion, could be skipped.

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  5. Michael

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Weird. Wales through construction and then had the worst drink we have ever had. Fries were good, wings were god awful.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento1 review

    3.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    I was here in 2019 and it was in a different location. The original location had charm and elegance and a team of mixologists that crafted the wonderful libations with a passion rarely seen. The current location is in a new building surrounded by windows. They have tried to recreate the charm; however, it's missing the mark. The drinks were marginal at best and took over 45 minutes to arrive, the donuts were good, the chocolate cake was horrible, dry, dense and lacked all decadence and flavor. This was a true disappointment.

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  7. Amberley Gold

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 21, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been a longtime fan of Patterson House. This was my first time visiting the new location. I was a little worried when I entered the lobby of a building clearly still under construction however upon arriving to the 5th floor it felt like the old Patterson House I knew and loved. There is more seating now and I loved that they opened the curtains at sunset! Wonderful service, drinks and food!

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  8. Donnie

    E. Tennessee3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and food…definitely will dine here again when in Nashville.

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  9. ayla

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best cocktails. Amazing food. One of the best steaks we have ever had.

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  10. Dina Gold

    Portland21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it. Went back to back days! The drinks were outstanding and we got great recommendations based on things we liked from both servers. Highly recommend and would absolutely come back!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (615) 810-8200
  • Website
    https://www.thepattersonnashville.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Host your friends or clients in The Patterson House Private Bar Room. Perfect for receptions, parties, cocktail hours, or client gatherings where guests can mix and mingle. We book in 3-hour blocks for the entire room complete with your own private bar and bartender.
  • Private party contact
    The Patterson House: (615) 810-8200

FAQs

Tuesdays are a great choice for a quieter visit, one guest noted the Patterson House "wasn’t crowded at all" on a Tuesday night.

Yes, The Patterson House offers private dining; guests have hosted birthday parties in the private room, which felt intimate and was set up for cake and decor.

The Patterson House’s kitchen offers a range of dishes for snacking and full meals, and the food is thoughtfully created to be shared.

Yes, The Patterson House is a lovely pick for date night, with a cozy speakeasy vibe, dim candlelit atmosphere, and expertly crafted cocktails guests praise.

Yes, The Patterson House takes reservations (parties up to 10) and guests report staff coordinating private‑party details and food/drink preferences in advance.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formalwear; many guests note they dress up a touch for date nights and anniversaries.

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The Patterson House

4.8
$30 and under
American
The Gulch & North Gulch

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
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