Restaurant in Nashville, United States
Pelican & Pig
100Pearl PointsEast Side Dinner

About Pelican & Pig
Pelican & Pig is a better fit for an East Nashville dinner date or small celebration than for a quick, low-commitment meal. The strongest reason to book is the occasion feel, but confirm wine, menu, dietary details in advance if those will make or break the night.
Is Pelican & Pig worth planning for dinner in Nashville? The verified details are limited, but the basics are clear: it is a Nashville venue with evening hours Wednesday through Sunday and a smart casual dress code. Use it as a dinner option rather than a lunch stop, confirm any menu, booking, budget, seating, or dietary details directly before making plans.
Choose it for a Nashville dinner, not a quick lunch plan
Pelican & Pig is closed Monday and Tuesday, then opens for evening service Wednesday through Sunday: 5–9 PM on Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, 5–10 PM on Friday and Saturday. Because no lunch hours are verified, lunch should not be treated as an option here.
The strongest grounded guidance is practical: plan around dinner hours and dress smart casual. The available verified facts do not establish awards, a named chef format, a published price tier, a menu style, or group capacity, so the decision should be based on schedule fit and direct confirmation rather than assumptions. If the night requires certainty on budget, menu style, seating, or dietary handling before arrival, confirm those details before committing.
Confirm key details before you commit
The verified information does not confirm specific menu details, beverage details, pricing, seating arrangements, or booking requirements. If any of those factors are important to the night, ask the venue directly before booking or arriving. That is the safest way to know whether the current offering fits the occasion.
For broader trip planning, use the full Nashville restaurants guide alongside the full Nashville bars guide if the night needs a pre- or post-dinner stop. If the stay matters as much as dinner, the Nashville hotels guide is the cleaner starting point.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Pelican & Pig?
Pelican & Pig lists a smart casual dress code. Aim for polished but comfortable dinner wear rather than formal attire.
Is lunch or dinner better at Pelican & Pig?
Dinner is the grounded choice. Verified hours are Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday from 5–9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 5–10 PM. Pelican & Pig is closed Monday and Tuesday, no lunch hours are verified.
What are alternatives to Pelican & Pig in Nashville?
Other Nashville options to compare include East Side Banh Mi, SS Gai, Kisser, Peninsula. Check each venue's current hours and fit before deciding.
Can I eat at the bar at Pelican & Pig?
Bar seating is not confirmed in the verified information. If that matters to your plans, check the venue's official channels before going.
How far ahead should I book Pelican & Pig?
Specific booking lead times are not verified. For planning purposes, note that Pelican & Pig is open 5–9 PM on Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, 5–10 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Is Pelican & Pig good for a special occasion?
It can work as a planned Nashville dinner if the hours and smart casual dress code fit what you want. For specifics such as menu, seating, pricing, or group arrangements, confirm directly before committing.
Can Pelican & Pig accommodate groups?
Group capacity is not confirmed in the verified information. Check the venue's official channels if you are planning for more than a standard dinner party.
Location
1010 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
Nashville, United States
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How Pelican & Pig compares in Nashville
Choose Pelican & Pig when the priority is an East Nashville dinner with more occasion energy than a fast casual stop. East Side Banh Mi is the better value play for a quicker meal, while SS Gai is the cleaner pick when Thai food and a known $$ signal matter more than a slower dinner setting.
For diners cross-shopping around experience quality, Kisser is the stronger Japanese-specific choice, while Peninsula is the better match for Southern American direction. Pelican & Pig makes more sense when location and ambiance are driving the decision, not when a specific cuisine label is the main requirement.
Authentique is the one to compare if the night is more about drinks and a relaxed East Side feel. If booking ease is the deciding factor, Pelican & Pig's easy difficulty rating helps, but groups should still confirm seating before planning a celebration around it.
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