Been wanting to try this place for the escargot for several years and finally did. Decided just to have a glass of wine and the escargot. It was 4 pm and the place was completely empty. Not sure how the atmosphere is when the place is full, yet it was rather uncomfortable being the lone party. The Sterling Vineyard Merlot ($11/glass) was tasty. Didn't enjoy the escargot ($12) too much. First bite was just pure butter. Didn't taste much, if any, garlic. Seemed like some snails were sliced in half. Everyone knows the sauce is the dish, and unfortunately this didn't hit like I wanted it to. The bread was difficult to sop up what little sauce was in the dish. read more

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I went to Chateau West with my aunt and sister tonight and had the loveliest time. We started with the Smoked Salmon, which was silky and delicious. My sister and aunt both had the Filet while I had the Duck Chambord, each dish elegantly prepared. We finished the evening with the Dessert Trio. Our server was knowledgeable and kind and made the experience seamless for us, making wine recommendations for different courses when my recollection of the wine list failed me. I'd definitely go back to try different menu items. read more

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I love escargot but I wasn't a fan of theirs. The shrimp with saffron garlic butter was not fresh at all and very fishy tasting.

We just want to let you know that we are very disappointed by the service received on this afternoon, Easter Sunday at your restaurant. Firstly, the gentleman with the ponytail did not ask if we wanted anything to drink- simply asked if we were ready to order when he approached the table. Secondly, our water was never refilled And he did not ask if we wanted to go boxes, rather he just threw our unfinished portions away, and we had eaten less than half of it. When we requested a manager, he advised that they were a small crew and only the owner was the manager so there was no one of authority there. He referred us to send an email so that is what we are doing. I am sorry to say that I will be writing a review on yelp to speak of the food that was decent (except for cold, hard, inedible French bread) but the service that was lacking. Hopefully you will be able to address this issue in a way that others do not experience the same in the future. Have a great day. read more

Chateau West - Chicken Coq Au Vin - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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I've always loved French cuisine, so visiting Chateau West has been on my list for some time. My husband, his mom, and I finally went for Christmas lunch, and it did not disappoint. First, parking was a breeze with a lot conveniently located next to the restaurant. The service was excellent--our waiter was knowledgeable, polite, and attentive throughout the meal. Appetizers: * Seared Foie Gras: Delicious, especially when paired with the dried fruit in each bite. * Escargot: A classic, well-prepared dish--perfect if you're a fan of escargot. * Smoked Salmon: Good and well-executed. Entrees: * Duck Breast with French Beans and Potatoes: Perfectly cooked and flavorful. * Blackberry Salmon with Vegetable Risotto * Filet Oscar Desserts: We shared the dessert trio, which included: * Pear Belle Helene: Light and refreshing. * Chocolate Moulleux: Rich and indulgent. * Vanilla Crème Brûlée: Classic and perfectly creamy. I thoroughly enjoyed this experience from the appetizers to the desserts. Chateau West lived up to the hype, and I'm already looking forward to returning. Highly recommend! read more

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This was our second time attending for Christmas dinner and we loved it just as much as the year before. We'll be back again not only for Christmas! read more

Chateau West - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I dined at Chateau West on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 4 pm. The restaurant was empty during this time since it was a weird time between usual lunch and dinner hours. I actually enjoyed the quietness of being a lone diner. The peaceful ambience was accentuated with the soft French music playing in the background, the low lighting, and the pretty paintings on the walls. It's definitely a different experience compared the last time I dined here when the restaurant was busy and I could barely hear myself talk. I rarely eat French cuisine so you can take my assessment of the food with a grain of salt. I actually thought the food was decent. Everything tasted fresh and the dish had good presentation. The escargot tasted exactly like escargot I had before. The oyster sardou tasted fresh and creamy. I liked the creaminess of the shrimp saffron, so much I ate it all with the complimentary bread. For entree, I had the fettuccine Alfredo pasta with seafood. I know this dish is Italian and is not representative of the typical French cuisine, but I thought this dish was perfectly balanced in its pasta to cream to seafood ratio. The seafood tasted fresh. The chicken coq au vin had a nice rustic flavor. I thought the crème brûlée was excellent - it had a nice caramelizes sugar top with just the right amount of sweetness. Service was good and attentive (I mean I was the only diner in the restaurant). The food came out in reasonable time. Overall, Chateau West offers an excellent dining experience with its exquisite French menu and good service. This dining experience was much better than my previous experience. read more

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TRY THE HONEY BRIE FONDUE! phenomenal. my entree was also delicious. I had the bouillabaisse Marseillaise and I have never had salmon so tender. my one critique is they say they will acknowledge special occasions and they don't... if you're okay with that this is a great romantic dinner out and the restaurant is cozy and has great vibes. read more

Amazing place the environment was warm and cozy. The ambiance was very intimate. The service was fast and prompt. The food quality was quite good would definitely recommend the truffle fondue. The beef shoulder was fall apart tender. Will definitely be coming back. And the restaurant wasn't over crowded as I've become accustomed to in Nashville. read more

Chateau West - French onion soup - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Went for Valentine's Day, made reservation weeks in advance, was not notified it was price fixed . Food was not hot.

We went here for a business dinner and it was a great setting. The service was excellent, but the food fell short of my expectations. I got the Oscar style filet and the filet was very tender, but also super small. The crab meat on top was a little underwhelming and I wish there would've been more béarnaise sauce. I had the profiteroles for desert and those were very tasty. They have a good wine menu and what looked to be a well stocked bar. read more

We had a lovely anniversary dinner last night at Chateau West. The service was attentive and very courteous, the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and our food was excellent. We both enjoyed the escargot, then I had the duck breast and my husband had the grilled whole sea bass. In lieu of dessert we chose the cheese plate which was delicious. Will definitely return the next time we want to celebrate a special occasion. read more

Ok, I love French food and have been to many so I may be a little more critical than other reviews on this place. I like the look of the unique architecture of the building and the interior design is fine, if maybe a little much with the French imagery. The food. The menu is comprised of mainly the most well-known French dishes. My wife had the Beef Bourguignon, which was good. The beef was fork tender and the sauce was savory and rich. She also got the polenta on the side, which was excellent. I would have liked to seen this dish served over polenta, potatoes or a puree, which is customary. I had the Bouillabaisse Marseillaise. The broth was the highlight, as both the shrimp and lobster were both pretty overcooked. Especially the lobster which came out curled and rubbery. However, I still like the flavors , although a little red pepper flake would be a welcome addition to the broth as it had zero spice. At all. The Escargot was respectable but the complementary bread served was excellent and probably the most authentically French thing on the table. Crusty on the outside with a soft and pillowy interior. They even gave us two loaves to take home as it was near closing when we left. The service was as good as I've ever seen. Attentive and charming waiter brought my wife a caramel lava cake when he found out it was her birthday. 10/10 service reminiscence of a much more expensive restaurant. Overall, I will say this. Is it the best French food I've ever had, no. Is it really good French food for its price point, absolutely. The whole meal was just under $100 (no wine), for a birthday dinner I consider that pretty good as I've spent 4x that much in other French bistros. If you're looking for decent French food in Nashville that's not going to break the bank, you could do a lot worse. And you could definitely get worse service. 3.9/5 or 7.7/10 read more

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Not impressed , with a reservation book I was asked to sit at the bar . I kindly asked for a table and was sat in a corner by a door .. Ordering my first drink ( dirty martini ) the glass was dirty , I had ice in my glass & a fruit fly . Food was visibly appetizing but was not seasoned well at all , my steak was salty and scalloped potatoes were plain . My waitress was kind but obviously busy . For the presentation and ambiance of this restaurant I expected a more fine dining experience . read more

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My boyfriend and I went to Chateau West for our anniversary dinner, and it was a fabulous experience! We started with Prosecco and fondue, and the fondue was out of this world. I have not stopped thinking about it. For dinner I had the blackberry salmon paired with a glass of red wine that was recommended by our waiter. Both the salmon and the wine were perfection. I had a few bites of the lamb my boyfriend ordered, and it was almost amazing. For dessert we split the Trio. All three were delicious. The service was absolutely incredible. I also appreciated that there was ample parking. I will absolutely be back! read more

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I forgot to take pictures but we went last Friday for my family birthday dinner. It was fantastic. Our server was very kind and attentive. My son has celiac and he was so kind explaining what they could make for him . The food was excellent and had a great variety for everyone. read more

Husband and I enjoyed this classic old style restaurant. Priced perfectly for what you get. Escargot and desserts were spot on. Entrees prob 4/5. We would go back!!! read more

We were a little surprised by the clientele and although we fit right in, lol , we expected it to be more trendy. Don't let that keep you from dining here, you will be sorry that you missed a great dining experience. The menu has a nice variety of traditional fine dining fare and some dishes that we were happy to find again. The fondue was a hot pot of creamy deliciousness and we soaked up every bit with the bread cubes. For the main I picked the Mediterranean style fish served grilled whole and I loved the way it was prepared, whole and with the bones. The flavor was lightly spiced and perfectly tender , I would order this again. Our waiter was delightful and gave our meal the extra attention and warmth to create a memorable time for our stay in Nashville. read more

First time visiting, everything was amazing!! Salmon and risotto was delicious and the chocolate moulleux for dessert. The staff and service was above and beyond, overall great experience!! read more

Chateau West - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Chateau West is a cute chateau (hence the name) nested in the west end of Nashville. I went for an anniversary dinner and it was amazing from start to finish. Our reservation on opentable I commented the reason for dining and they set us up with 2 glasses of champagne to start the night as we sat down. Starter wise we chose the honey Brie and truffle oil fondue. It came out in a cute little black cauldron and a little candle warmer. Highly recommend. For our main meal I got the Spiced Lamb Rack and my date got the Blackberry Salmon. We usually trade a few bites and both dishes were very good! For dessert we ordered the Dessert Trio which was a fantastic way to taste a few of their great desserts. I also paired this with a port from their after dinner drinks! Had a great time and will definitely be back! read more

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I have now been to Chateau West twice. I had a good experience both times, but the second time was better in terms of food. I was a little nervous the first time I went because it was pretty dead inside. It made me think it wouldn't been good. The second time it was very busy, so busy that with a reservation we still had to wait a bit. The food items we got the first time: French onion soup- so yummy! I LOVE French onion soup Filet- only okay. I would pass on this as there are better dishes to choose from risotto- I didn't love this. It didn't have much flavor and there were veggies in it that I didn't expect. I prefer a classic risotto without too much in it Second time: French onion soup- it was as good as we remembered Brie fondue- so yummy! It came with baguette and I actually thought it tasted better on its own. I do wish we had other things to dip in it instead of just bread. We did keep it on the table and I dipped my dinner potatoes and green beans in it Duck- so tender and yummy! I took the berry sauce on the side. I think it was better without the sauce. The duck was also good dipped in the fondue Beef- tender, comforting, filling. It's one of their signature dishes Dessert- we did the trio. I love the chocolate dish. The creme Brulee is also good! We will definitely return! read more

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#fatjared say...it had everything for my wife and I that we were wanting or expecting, except for the wow factor. Not perfect, so not 5 stars, but a fun place. When I review restaurants I stick to a single rule, "If I have any complaints whatsoever it's not 5 stars." 5 stars on Yelp is perfect, so if I have a complaint then the experience as a whole was not perfect. Chateau West was a place we have driven by several times, and I always made the comment that we should try it out, so finally for a long anticipated date night we did. Immediately I was actually concerned because the place was darn near empty. Then I remembered it was a Tuesday night, and people rarely go to restaurants like this on a Tuesday. They of course brought out a french baguette, and it was warm too, so kudos there. I don't know what it is with our ordering, but several times we start the meal with the absolutely best thing, and it gets progressively less amazing as the night goes on. If you come to Chateau West make sure you order the Pan Seared Foie Gras. Never have I had Foie Gras prepare that way, and the meat basically melted in your mouth. No chewing needed. Absolutely phenomenal. We coupled that app with the cheese fondue, and it was good, but all the fruit sank to the bottom and the goat cheese flavor was not as strong as I thought it would be. Escargot is a must, and while not as good as the Foie Gras, was exactly what I wanted from the order. They threw in a couple extra as well which I was all about. The applewood smoked salmon was basically a deconstructed Lox and Bagel, but the smoky flavor on the salmon was amazing. With the sauce and capers and onions and it truly is an almost perfect bite. Scalloped potatoes were a bit bland to me. Needed salt badly, the vegetables were a good portion and not doused in butter which I liked, and the bouillabaisse was a home run. Plenty of seafood, flavorful broth, a great entree choice for us. Basically all the food was above average, but only the one dish was standout to be exponentially better than expected. Finally dessert, and man do I love that they have a sampler. Little bites of creme brulee, poached pear, chocolate cake, and then threw in some homemade pastry as well. I'm a huge sweets guy, and that chocolate cake was absolutely amazing! The one thing that did surprise me was the cost of the food. These days I felt like a meal like that would have been almost double what we paid. You can tell they know what they are doing, and don't try to rake you over the coals on cost. I honestly just feel like shrinking the menu a little more and doing a small reno on the place would be the way to go. Would feel more modern, a bit more intimate, and would allow for perfect on the cooking of each dish. Overall, thinking back, this was a great night, we had so much fun, and the food was awesome. Not perfect, and no wow factor, but I would go back in a heartbeat if it was suggested. Thanks Chateau West! read more

Chateau West - Scallop Potatoes Dinner Seasonal veggies - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Expect to be stuck with the crappiest table they can give you for a party of two. And if you actually ask nicely for a different table because there's no one in the restaurant yet... the answer is they won't give you a bigger table. We had luggage to store and the waiter had the audacity to tell us to store our luggage outside.. but to keep an eye on it so it wouldn't disappear. Nice. We opted not to stay, and they should have been fine because they clearly don't have a table available for us. So they went back and marked us as a no show. Incredibly not cool. There's so many other great restaurants in this town. No point sitting at a terrible table in a shady area of town. read more

Had the pleasure of going here for Friendsgiving. From the moment we arrived the ambiance was impeccable. We were taken away from Nashville into a quaint little bistro in France. Our server immediately greeted us and made recommendations for the evening. We started our night with Sauvignon Blanc and the soup di jour which was lobster bisque. I got a cup but could have easily enjoyed a bowl or more. Based on recommendation, we had the boeuf bourguignon. The meat was tender, the vegetables were just the right amount of crisp and the sauce was delicious. We polished off the evening with a stout espresso martini and the trio dessert. Our favorite was the chocolate moulleux followed by the crème brûlée. Overall, this was a perfect evening. read more

We enjoyed our return lunch at Chateau West, right off Exit 1 I-440. Enjoyed a Caesar Salad, Spinach and Bacon Salad, Steamed Mussels, Cream of Mushroom Soup (the special), and a personal favorite: Goat Cheese and Roasted Beet Salad with goat cheese fritters and candied pecans. Served with a well-made chilled Martini. Tasty and artfully presented. More intimate than casual dining. Private parking lot, and some construction nearby seemed to spill over into the lot during lunch time. Next time might sample the desserts. Some limited outdoor dining too. There is a Happy Hour, Drinks and Food. Hours are not posted. Plan to return. read more

Had the Oyster Sardou Dinner appetizer Very good but only 3 for $14. The picture shows 4. Honey, Bree and Truffle oil Dinner appetizer Very good Beef Bourguignon Brunch Very bad!! Beef was dry, gravy tasted like something from a can. Pot roast in a crockpot is 10 times better. Service was great Restaurant was clean I would return, but just try a different meal. I thought the prices were reasonable. read more

Chateau West- go go go!! We had an incredible dinner last night at Chateau West, and I'm kicking myself I haven't been there sooner. Food was incredible (and I mean like REALLY good), service was fantastic, and the atmosphere is so nice, beautiful space. Also reasonably priced for the quality, in my opinion! We, as party of 2, had a bottle of wine, escargot, spinach salad with bacon vinaigrette, beef bourguignon, and lamb chops, and a pear ice cream dessert, all for less than $150 and we left quite full. I can stop thinking about how tender and flavorful the lamb and beef were Highly recommend this neighborhood gem!! read more

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I really don't like giving places mediocre reviews especially during covid times but Chateau West was just an odd experience. My friend and I needed a night out and we were looking for a place with a great ambiance, amazing food and service and safe social distancing measures. I'd say that CW was all over the place and I am still experiencing a roller coaster of emotions just thinking about it. The restaurant is in an odd location semi-hidden off of Murphy road and west end in a random lot. The exterior is inviting though, and absolutely does look like a European Chateau from the outside. I had high hopes looking at the exterior but when we went inside that hope was smashed to smithereens. Inside the Chateau feels like a place past it's prime, like a sad reminder of yesteryear and is the sort of place that your grandparents would want to take you to go to. There's nothing hip, modern or relevant about the vibe here which would be okay if there were other more redeeming qualities but sadly there is not. The service was kind of spotty and our waiter made us feel kind of uncomfortable since we felt he was trying to be cute. He kept saying things that made me think he wanted reassurance or affirmation that was doing a good job. It was awkward because if someone does a really great job I don't feel like I need to tell them but just leave them a larger than normal tip. The food started off promising as we ordered the French onion soup. It hit the spot and I did think that this was a great starter to get and went well with the bread they put out on the table. However, when we got our entrees it left much to be desired. I got Le Vegetarian which was a vegetarian dish with veggies and rice. It was flat out boring. Not a whole lot of flavor, not much excitement here. It did sound better than what my friend got since she ordered a seafood dish and just didn't enjoy it. We both ordered wine and that was another high point of the meal. In general everything didn't satisfy like I wished it would've. Although there wasn't a big misstep per say on their part just all the little things added up to a mediocre experience that was disappointing to us both. read more

Chateau West - Le Vegetarian Dinner - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I'd been wanting to eat at Chateau West for some time. We stopped in late afternoon to quickly get a bite after an event we'd been to. We had the Roasted Beet Salad, the French Onion Soup, and the Smoked Salmon dish. There were hardly any ingredients on the salad. The smoked salmon with creme fraiche was okay, but nothing to write home about. And the French Onion Soup (which I'd heard folks raving about) was like every other I've tasted....so not so sure about the raving. With the price-point of this restaurant, I expected items to have better creativity and taste. read more

Excellent dinner this evening for friend's birthday, I had seared grouper, we all enjoyed our entrees and the perfect creme brulees for dessert read more

Ambiance was weak, felt like walking into an old people's home. My food was fine, nothing great but decent. Prices were very very high for what it was. Wife's beef bourginon had been reheated so many times the meat was like chewing an old saddle. I'm English and even my cooking is better than this! Service was less than warm. Don't bother. $200 wasted. read more

I do not know where to start. This was the actual worst dining experience I've ever had. I feel exceptionally bad for the staff. There was ONE server for an almost entirely full restaurant. She also doubled as the bartender and expo. We got better service from the busboy than we did from our server. We didn't get greeted until 30 minutes after we were seated, and could barely understand our server because the restaurant was so packed and loud. We were never offered any drinks and were immediately rushed into ordering our food. The tables were so close quarters we could hear every word that the people next to us were saying. The food is another monster in itself. Do not get food from here. There's better food at McDonalds, I promise you. I paid 36 dollars for 4 tough scallops and cold cheesy rice. The menu is very misleading and is too pricey for the quality of the food you get. It was my birthday dinner and when I booked the table it asked if it was for a special event and I indicated as such. It was never once brought up or acknowledged while we ate. When the time came for the check, we looked all around for our server and discovered that she was COOKING SOMEONES FOOD IN FRONT OF THEM. In all other circumstances would be fine, except for the fact that she was the ONLY person working. The check took at least 20 minutes to be processed because she went and cooked ANOTHER meal in front of someone. Overall, don't go here unless you want to be disappointed. read more

Great food. I booked but ended up taking the food to go!(doordash)I've ordered lamb chops it was delicious. On the note I asked for bread md butter and I actually got it. Usually footnotes are overseen, I'm really happy I ate there. Definitely a repeat when I visit again. read more

The food was absolutely amazing! It is a cozy little restaurant that has melt in your mouth smoked salmon. I will say service was a little slow but I feel that might be cause our server was taking the most tables, but he was excellent. Definitely worth the money! read more

Amazing!!!!!!! The fondu was exceptional. I had the duck Chombord which was spectacular, the blend of sweet fruit with duck was superb. The potatoes and green beans had great flavor as well. My wife had the chicken coq vin which has exceptional flavor and depth. It favor like beef stew. It was the best food I have had in a while in Nashville. The desserts were to die for, the flourless chocolate cake was hands down the best of the 4 we tried. Next the pear, then the vanilla crème brûlée, then the strawberries Napoleon. read more

Chateau West - Strawberry napoleon - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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I really thought I would give this place a second shot - I'm so sad, disappointed and let down with the hype around this restaurant being voted as highly as it is. Once again I ordered the French onion soup - I seriously think this is microwaved and put under the grill at the last minute. The duck is absolutely terrible - no seasoning what so ever and tasted disgusting and old. Not one piece of crispy skin to be seen - the crème brulee was ok. I gave this place another shot as I love French food but the service and atmosphere of the place matches the food - lack of passion, bland and just plain awful. I will not be dining there for a third. Really sorry I spent hard earned money there. The bread I was given was also stale and the waitress - so all in all a major let down. read more

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Love the napoleon is the best in Nashville do recommend friendly Very cute atmosphere read more

Chateau West - Napoleon strawberry - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

We came to this restaurant because it is next to our hotel. The place is very nice, the service was awesome and the food outstanding! I give it 5 stars!!! read more

There really is nothing like Chateau West in Nashville. Spectacular service and great food everytime. A calm, peaceful place filled with good people waiting to make your experience special. Dino, Irhan, Oxana, and Anastasia went out of their ways to make tonight special. The food was fresh, succulent and just plain spectacular. Thank you! read more

Chateau West - Tenderloin topped with Blue cheese - French Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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PLEASE put an actual vegetarian/vegan/meatless option on your menu. The current uninspired (only vegetarian option) roasted carrots and unseasoned rice is dismissive to any guests who don't eat meat. Ratatouille? Something even vaguely french? read more