This place is really good! I love Korean food but, I did not…read moreknow what to expect when visiting Tennessee. I wasn't expecting much. But the food and drinks here really made me so happy because what we ordered was so good. I would come back here if I visit Tennessee again. Service was really good and the server was very nice and quick. It was quiet inside and overall nice vibes.

One of My Favorite Meals in Nashville…read more Whenever I travel for work, I make it a point to seek out authentic, locally loved restaurants instead of the usual chains. I first found Onda about a year ago during a previous trip to Nashville, and it's become one of those places I try to visit every time I'm back in town. Onda's name comes from the Korean word meaning "to come," and that's exactly how it feels. It's an inviting, modern Korean restaurant that celebrates traditional cuisine with thoughtful hospitality. The restaurant itself is beautiful--a bright glass-front corner space in Midtown that's clean, contemporary, and welcoming. Parking couldn't have been easier with a dedicated lot right across the street, and I believe they also offer outdoor seating, although on this rainy visit everyone was happily inside. My go-to is always the L.A. Kalbi, and Onda absolutely nails it. The marinated beef short ribs arrived sizzling over caramelized onions on a cast-iron platter, filling the table with that unmistakable sweet soy aroma. The meat was tender, beautifully caramelized, and pulled effortlessly from the bone. Every bite reminded me why this is one of my favorite Korean dishes. The meal came with a generous assortment of banchan, and honestly, those little side dishes are half the experience for me. The kimchi had just the right balance of tang and spice, the potatoes were comforting and delicious, the crisp pickled vegetables and radish added that refreshing bite that perfectly balanced the richness of the beef, and every little dish complemented the meal beautifully. The rice also deserves a mention. It wasn't plain white rice but a darker grain blend served piping hot in an adorable little copper bowl with its own lid. It's those thoughtful touches that make a meal memorable. I usually judge a Korean restaurant by two things: the quality of the kalbi and the banchan. Onda excels at both. Their menu also offers everything from japchae, bulgogi, seafood pancakes, tteokbokki, soft tofu stew, kalbitang, Korean fried chicken, kimchi fried rice, and traditional Korean barbecue favorites to creative dishes like kimchi arancini, plus cocktails, soju, makgeolli, and even milk bingsoo for dessert. What also stood out was the atmosphere. The dining room was filled with people who clearly knew and appreciated Korean food, which always gives me confidence that a restaurant is doing something right. The service was warm and welcoming, and checkout was quick and easy using a handheld payment app. Perhaps the biggest surprise? The value. Around the country, L.A. Kalbi often costs well over $35. Onda's was just $28, and the portion was generous enough that I couldn't even make room for dessert--even though I was eyeing the milk bingsoo and homemade madeleines. Nashville's food scene continues to impress me, and Onda has earned a permanent place on my list of must-visit restaurants whenever I'm in town. Life is too short not to eat well. If you love Korean food--or you're simply curious to explore it--put Onda on your list. I don't think you'll leave disappointed.

We dined at Sunda after a friend mentioned it was one of her favorite spots in Chicago, so we had…read moreto check out the Nashville location while in town. Since we had a group, we decided to order a mix of dishes to share so everyone could taste a bit of everything. So good! Our server did an excellent job making recommendations for food and drinks. While it's definitely on the pricey side, the food quality and attentive service made it worth it for a fun group night out. Would recommend if you're looking for great Asian fusion and solid cocktails.

Large space that was mostly empty on a Thursday evening. The appetizers were definitely better than…read moremy actual entrée. For the appetizers, we ordered Bulgogi tacos, a red dragon roll, Wagyu and spicy tuna crispy rice, and crispy brussels sprouts. The crispy Brussel sprouts is a crunchy scrumptious salad that is so good. The spicy tuna crispy rice was also amazing. Bulgogi tacos were very large and had a lot of meat, although were a bit oily. For my entrée, I ordered the salmon poke bowl, which would've been amazing except that the sauce was too salty. That's a shame, since nothing is cooked so it should be relatively hard to mess up. Would've been nice to get the sauce on the side, so that you could tailor it to your own taste. Oh well! The appetizers made up for it!

Definitely a 5 start for what it is, a buffet. The servers really are attentive and make sure…read moreyou're taken care of. They have this robot helper that had trays to carry drinks and food plates but still have to be assisted by the waiter/waitress. The space is big and well organized according to the space. I like the decor and the lighting. They had you warm/wet towels to wash/clean your hands wish it's definitely appreciated. The music wasn't too loud to have a good conversation but loud enough for you to have separation. The food was really good. I have honestly been in places that aren't a buffet and they were really bad. This place as I mentioned earlier in my review it's great for a buffet and it does take 5 stars on my book. It felt fresh, the flavors were there and the temperature of the food was excellent. I really recommend this place and it's a bit dangerous to be around for me lol. Come check them out!

I visited on 7/23/2026 to have brunch for my birthday (7/27) before heading out to camp. From the…read moremoment we came in (table of 4), until the moment we left, we experienced wonderful service. The restaurant is beautiful, and clean! Even the bathroom! Everything we ordered was delicious!

Loved the inside of the restaurant perfect for a date night!…read more Our server didn't come over the first 15 minutes we were sat, but made it up for us with a complementary shot, which was very nice of them to do. We enjoyed the spicy tuna crispy rice, pork belly, bao buns, and tuna + shrimp tempura tacos. The yuzu margarita was also amazing with the sushi so bright and refreshing! Will be back to try more and also parking is validated which is a plus

Very well decorated , moody vibe. Looks like they haven't been open for long…read more It's a bit pricy but the sushi was great and they use fresh ingredients. Similar to Sushi San grade in 12 South. Service was quick and served was very attentive!

If you're looking for a restaurant that puts seafood front and center, put this place on your list!…read moreIt can get busy, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time. No reservation? Don't worry, you may be able to grab a seat at the beautiful bar when you walk in. The atmosphere is fantastic. There's great music playing softly in the background, and as you look around, you realize you're dining inside a beautifully renovated old warehouse. Here's a little inside history: the building was once used to make handles for old hammers and axes. Look closely at some of the beams and you can actually see the hammer marks! Okay, enough history, let's talk drinks! I started with an Old Fashioned made with Sazerac Rye Bourbon. It was very good and served with clear ice, which is always a good sign. My only complaint? They used a red cherry instead of a Maraschino cherry. They definitely need to step up their Old Fashioned game! They also made a great Dirty Martini, or as I like to call it, a "Dirty & Skanky Martini." Now for the food! We started with the Spanish Octopus, which was absolutely delicious. The Bluefin Belly was very good, and the Corn-Milk Hush Puppies were SOOOO good! We also tried the Summer Squash, which was another great addition to the meal. For my entrees, I went with the Wild Striped Bass, WOW! Amazing flavor, and check out the Jonah Crab on top! I also tried the Grilled Swordfish with Brisket Marmalade, and that was another winner. The combination of flavors was fantastic! And I have to give a big shout-out to the service. Everyone was amazing, attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly knew the menu inside and out. If you're visiting Nashville, or you live here, put this place on your list! Great atmosphere, creative seafood dishes, excellent service, and some really memorable food. I'll definitely be back!

Great seafood. Oysters were top notch with tasting notes, fresh shredded horseradish, what I…read moreassume was a house hot sauce and mignonette (everything required / desired). The striped bass was good with a nice Jonah crap beurre blanc sauce. Cocktail had a good clear ice large cube presentation and a good balance of bourbon, rye amaro and bitters. I don't live in Nashville but would come back to this place when I returned. The waitress mentioned the octopus as a stand-out which I will try next time.

So happy we have a downtown version of BrickTop's! I love coming here for an early dinner at the…read morebar, the service is always both friendly and fantastic and they way they shake your cocktails will make you want to stay for...just one more! The sushi is great and i try really hard not to get that buttercrab every time.... I love that they have live music and I try really hard not to sing along too lol It is just a very nice, upscale atmosphere paired with high end food and down to earth heartwarming service. Cheers!

There are meals... and then there are journeys…read more Mine began with a minor existential crisis in downtown Nashville. You see, there isn't just one BrickTop's that qualifies as "downtown." There are multiple. Which means, naturally, I walked into one... while my client confidently sat in another. Same name. Same city. Entirely different realities. For a solid 10 minutes I did the slow, polite stalk along the back wall, scanning faces like I was in a low-budget spy movie. No client. No recognition. Just a growing suspicion that I had been ghosted in a very public setting. Text sent. Location confirmed. Mild embarrassment achieved. Twenty minutes later, we finally synced up at the correct BrickTop's. A lesser restaurant would have lost me right there. But then... The place hits you. Open. Airy. Spacious in a way that makes you feel like your table matters. Live piano floating through the room like it knows it's better than a Spotify playlist. It's the kind of atmosphere that says, "Relax, we've got this," even if your navigation skills clearly do not. And then the food shows up. I ordered the ribs. These were fall-off-the-bone, no resistance, no negotiation ribs. The kind where dignity becomes optional by bite two. Were they a little too dependent on barbecue sauce? Yes. Was I still elbow-deep and smiling about it? Also yes. Messy and tasty wins most arguments. The fries looked like they belonged in a photoshoot. Golden. Structured. Confident. Unfortunately, they showed up with the personality of a soft handshake. I wanted crisp. I got... polite. My client went with the chicken Milanese and didn't hesitate. "Spectacular." Not good. Not great. Spectacular. He said it like a man who had found religion in a breadcrumb crust. Here's the line that sums it up: This is a restaurant that almost outperforms its own reputation, and then casually reminds you it's still human. Because that's the thing. BrickTop's flirts with greatness all night. It gets so much right that the small misses stand out more than they should. But you leave thinking about what worked, not what didn't. And what worked... worked. So yes. Four stars. A strong, confident four. Not perfect. But honestly? Perfect is usually boring.

Writing this from the counter of Babo because it's just that good. Maybe I'm incredibly biased…read more(Korean food & fried rice are my life) but the food here was amazing. I had the Beef Bulgogi and Kimchi Fried Rice. Chef's kiss. AND the service was good AND the vibe was good. Loved the funky music and the decor. Such a cool little hole in the wall. You'd miss it if you weren't intending to end up here! Bring your friends and grab a bite ASAP

You know who sent me here....Tik Tok. Good ole tik tok seems to be the driver behind my visits…read morelately. This establishment opens at 5pm. Be sure to walk through the blue door, if you plan to dine in. When you walk in you'll find close-set tables, a dimly lit, hidden gem feel with hums of conversation, shared plates, and Soju flowing at the bar. Give the grape soju. So good! The portions are generous and can easily be shared. For apps we ordered the dumplings and banchan & kimchi. Both were great choices and light enough to not fill you up before getting the main courses. We really wanted to try the Hedo Bap(only available Mon-Thur) but they ran out prior to us ordering. I highly suggest getting there between 5-6 to ensure you get to try it. Kimchi Fried Rice w/ added seasoned beef 8/10 (a fried egg on top is always the cherry on top) Korean Fried Chicken with both sauces (the gochujang w/tofu ranch was superior) 10/10 Glass Noodle 7/10; texture was very slippery, but still very good packed with veggies and a great flavor palette. I will def be back to try the Hedo Bap!

Lover of Sushi, so patronizing a business with the same affinity of sushi just seemed right! After…read morebeing in Nashville for a few years and constantly seeing this spot on all the delivery apps, reviews and on drive-by's, I finally gave them a shot...and now I have a new spot for solid sushi! I went with an online order and tossed in a few rolls, seaweed salad and gyoza. Spicy Tuna roll was good, classic and checked all the boxes. My other roll was the Viagra roll, odd name, but super tasty shrimp tempura based roll! To side the rolls, I got seaweed salad which was a great accompaniment and of course, you can never go wrong with pan seared gyoza! The sushi, gyoza and salad were all well crafted, fresh, abundant and delish. Plus, they were quite affordable, even given delivery costs. I honestly was surprised that I was just pushing $30 for it all. Overall, great spot that I am looking forward to more orders from and an eventual dine in experience!

I love the atmosphere here, almost like a sports bar that happens to serve sushi. The service was a…read morelittle eh, but I think our server was still in training, so I'll give it a pass. The California, spicy crab, and crunchy shrimp rolls were all pretty good, and the gyozas were cooked perfectly. Will definitely be back!