The Southern Steak & Oyster
Downtown, Nashville
Restaurant in Nashville, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A practical downtown Nashville pick when the group wants a central steak-and-oyster-style dinner without making the meal a high-ceremony event. Book it for convenience, mixed-party appeal, and easy logistics; choose a peer such as etch or The Farm House if wine depth or chef-driven detail is the deciding factor.
About The Southern Steak & Oyster
The Southern Steak & Oyster is a Nashville restaurant with daily hours and a smart-casual dress code. Consider its practical fit for your plans, focusing on its operating hours and dress code.
Use it when the schedule matters. The restaurant is open Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Saturday from 10 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday from 10 AM to 9 PM.
Choose it for hours and a smart-casual fit
The clearest planning details are direct: The Southern Steak & Oyster is in Nashville, keeps daily hours, and lists a smart-casual dress code. That makes it easier to plan around than a venue with limited service windows.
If you are choosing among Nashville restaurants, compare options based on their details. The Southern Steak & Oyster may be a practical option when its hours and dress code match your plans; if you need a more specific kind of meal, check current details directly before deciding.
Use the booking window around operating hours
Plan around the posted hours rather than assuming a particular service style. Monday through Thursday service runs 11 AM–9 PM, Friday runs 11 AM–10 PM, Saturday runs 10 AM–10 PM, and Sunday runs 10 AM–9 PM.
For comparison, you can also look at etch or The Farm House when deciding which Nashville restaurant best fits your occasion, timing, and preferred level of formality.
For broader planning, use our full Nashville restaurants guide, plus the city guides for Nashville hotels, Nashville bars, Nashville experiences, and Nashville wineries.
Planning details
- Location
- 150 3rd Ave S #110, Nashville, TN 37201
- Reservations
- Book on Resy
- Website
- thesouthernnashville.com
- Phone
- +16156362626
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Southern Steak & Oyster sits squarely in downtown Nashville’s layered streetscape, trading on a dual hospitality grammar: a chilled raw bar alongside a wood-fired, cast-iron grill. The dining room reads as deliberately rooted in place, with mid-century brick context and a tone that balances indulgence and discipline. It feels refined without being precious — a classic American steakhouse updated by a serious commitment to seafood sourcing and a kitchen that runs two different service models at once. The overall effect is polished and grounded, offering a sophisticated, welcoming backdrop for rambunctious city energy.
Best For
This is a go-to spot for after-work clients, out-of-town professionals and neighborhood regulars who want a reliable, elevated meal in downtown Nashville. The combination of a raw bar and a full steak program makes it especially well suited to date nights and business dinners where variety and a bit of theater matter. The room’s accessible-but-serious approach also accommodates small groups celebrating special occasions and expense-account dining; the format leans toward evening service, when steaks and oysters feel most at home.
Ordering Tips
Start with the raw bar if you want a direct sense of the kitchen’s sourcing discipline; oysters here are presented as a deliberate contrast to the wood-fired grill program. For mains, the Belle Filet Mignon and the Double Smoked Pork Chop are signature choices that showcase the steakhouse and smoke elements of the menu. The Chicken and Waffles also appears on the roster for those who want a Southern-styled comfort option. Consider sharing plates so the table can experience both chilled shellfish and the grill-driven entrees the restaurant emphasizes.
Venue details
Ambiance
Animated and bustling atmosphere in downtown Nashville with a mix of tourists, locals, and businessmen, featuring high-backed booths and an oyster bar.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Chicken and Waffles
- Belle Filet Mignon
- Double Smoked Pork Chop
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 150 3rd Ave S #110, Nashville, TN 37201
Planning details
Location
150 3rd Ave S #110, Nashville, TN 37201 · Directions
Also consider
If the timing does not work
Try etch for a more food-led downtown meal, or BrickTop's - SoBro for an easy nearby alternative with broad group appeal.
Restaurant context
How it compares in downtown Nashville
The Diner Nashville is the more casual utility pick, especially when flexibility matters more than polish. The Southern Steak & Oyster feels better suited to a sit-down dinner with a broader group brief, while The Diner Nashville is easier to frame as a low-commitment meal around downtown plans.
etch is the better cross-shop when the meal needs a stronger culinary identity. Choose etch if the table wants a more food-focused evening; choose The Southern Steak & Oyster when central location and a familiar steak-and-seafood format matter more than menu ambition.
Ella's by Christian Petroni, The Farm House, and BrickTop's - SoBro are the practical alternatives to check when preferred times are gone. The Farm House is the stronger comparison for a more Nashville-specific dinner; BrickTop's - SoBro is the easier fit when the group wants polished familiarity nearby.
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Compare The Southern Steak & Oyster
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Southern Steak & Oyster | Nashville | No published awards |
| The Diner Nashville | Nashville | No published awards |
| etch | Nashville | No published awards |
| Ella's by Christian Petroni | Nashville | No published awards |
| The Farm House | Nashville | No published awards |
| BrickTop's - SoBro | Nashville | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about The Southern Steak & Oyster?
The Southern Steak & Oyster is in Nashville, has a smart-casual dress code, and is open daily. Hours are 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–10 PM Friday, 10 AM–10 PM Saturday, and 10 AM–9 PM Sunday. For more specific questions about menu, pricing, reservations, or service details, check directly before you go.
What should I wear to The Southern Steak & Oyster?
The dress code is smart casual. Aim for polished, comfortable clothing rather than either very formal attire or overly casual dress.
Is The Southern Steak & Oyster good for a special occasion?
It may work for a special occasion if its Nashville location, daily hours, and smart-casual dress code fit your plans. For specific occasion details such as private dining, tasting menus, or celebration services, confirm directly if those matter.
Is The Southern Steak & Oyster good for solo dining?
Specific solo-dining features such as counter seating or bar availability are not mentioned. If you are dining alone, use the posted hours to plan your visit and check current seating options directly.
What time should I visit The Southern Steak & Oyster?
The hours cover daytime and evening periods: 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–10 PM Friday, 10 AM–10 PM Saturday, and 10 AM–9 PM Sunday. Choose the time that best fits your schedule, and confirm current service details directly if you need a specific meal period.
What are alternatives to The Southern Steak & Oyster in Nashville?
Other Nashville options to compare include The Diner Nashville, etch, The Farm House, BrickTop's - SoBro, and Ella's by Christian Petroni. Compare current hours, dress code, and availability before choosing.
How far ahead should I book The Southern Steak & Oyster?
Information on booking difficulty is not provided. Use the operating hours as your planning baseline: 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–10 PM Friday, 10 AM–10 PM Saturday, and 10 AM–9 PM Sunday, then check current reservation availability directly.
