My wife and I went for our 49th anniversary and it was great! The food is always fresh and delicious. I had prime rib and lobster Mac and cheese...outstanding! My wife had Caesar salad and chicken which was also really good. Nadia was our server and couldn't have been nicer and more attentive. All in all it was a wonderful evening. read more

Our waitress was phenomenal! Carrot cake was wonderful and the picture of us for our 1st anniversary just topped it all off.

Absolutely loved it. The service, food and ambiance were wonderful! We would definitely go there again.

We went to Sperry's while I was visiting in town, and I gotta tell you, it was fantastic! We were seated quickly, and Madison, our server was awesome!! The drinks came quickly, she took our order and the food was fast too. I had the 8oz fillet, it was awesome!! This was like beef cotton candy, just absolutely melted in my mouth! The setting is fantastic too, a little dark for my taste, but it added to the experience for sure. I'd highly recommend that if you're anywhere near Sperry's to go, it's worth the trip!! read more

Sperry's Restaurant - 8oz Fillet - Steakhouses Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

If this was just about the steak, it would be a 4. I had the ribeye and my wife had the filet. We both thought the steaks were cooked properly to temperature and were tender, but the seasoning was light beyond the salt which was appropriate. Everything else was just okay and not up to the level of a Franklin steakhouse. The place has layout issues. The servers station is right in the middle of everything and they servers and manager congregate there and talk loudly. They also have a warming drawer at the end that I assume is for the bread they constantly open and slam shut. Really detracts from the fine dining experience. The salad bar is tired. I love a good salad bar and this one is just basic. We both thought it was unfortunately minimal but did appreciate everything that was on it was fresh and the plates were cold. It does overlook part of the kitchen and the two cooks were pretty engrossed in the soccer match on their phone. Volume was up pretty loud. The creamed spinach has almost no flavor besides the spinach. The signature lobster Mac and cheese had good chunks of lobster, but beyond that was flavorless. We wouldn't order either again. It was our anniversary and they brought us their sticky toffee pudding for dessert. I thought it was tasty, but wife thought it was too sweet. Service was good. No complaints except I appreciate the table being bussed between courses and the dirty dishes just sat. Overall, we both agreed that the manager was more interested in socializing than coordinating a fine dining experience. read more

I completely understand why Sperry's is considered a Nashville institution. From the moment we walked in, we were drawn to the beautiful dark wood décor, romantic atmosphere, crisp cloth napkins, and impressive salad bar. There's definitely a classic charm here that makes the restaurant feel special. You could also tell this is a beloved local favorite. Several guests clearly knew the waitstaff by name, and the bartenders seemed to know exactly what their regulars were drinking before they even ordered. That kind of loyalty says a lot. Unfortunately, it's been a few weeks since my husband and I dined here, and the one thing we still talk about is how disappointing the seafood tower was. At $150 for two people, the portions were shockingly small and felt nowhere near worth the price. We received 3-4 inch pieces of snow crab legs, two tiny strips of lobster (that looked more like grilled chicken strips), five pieces of shrimp, five oysters, and four scallops. For that price point, we expected something far more substantial and impressive. We dine out often and understand market prices but the cost compared to what was served, was well above 'market.' The experience overall had so much potential, and the atmosphere truly delivered. But the seafood tower was a major letdown and left us feeling disappointed, especially considering the cost. read more

Sperry's Restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

I'm so disappointed. I usually go to Sperry's in Belle Meade but decided to check out the other location last night. 1. Dress code was not enforced. Multiple people in sweat shits, jeans, etc. 2. We had a reservation for 8:15pm, checked in on time yet were not seated until 8:40pm 3. We put in the reservation notes and told the hostess when she asked that we were celebrating our birthday, yet we did not get any acknowledgment nor the birthday card with the photo that many other tables got. 4. We got our appetizers delivered and within 10 minutes our main course came out and we were asked if we were done when we just had started eating them which felt very rushed 5. Our server was friendly and the food was good, which is why I'm giving the second star. I will not be returning. read more

Sperry's Steakhouse was absolutely delicious -- and yes, that is the word of the night: DELICIOUS. I actually came here solo for my birthday dinner and it was kind of by accident... but let me tell you, it was the best accident. From start to finish, everything hit. The crab cakes? Delicious. The steak? Delicious. The creamed spinach? Delicious. The mushrooms? Delicious. The lobster mac & cheese? You guessed it -- delicious. Every single bite hit all of my taste buds. It was rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked across the board. Of course, I had to get a dirty martini with extra olives -- my absolute favorite -- and it was made just right. Parking was easy, customer service was great, and the atmosphere was beautiful. I even ordered dessert. I haven't eaten it yet, but yes... you guessed it. It looked delicious. No complaints at all. I will definitely be returning. read more

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I was in town with my Aunt and Uncle and we were late to go to lunch but Sperry's was still serving lunch ever around 2pm. It is a surprisingly walk in for your first time. The outside area looks good but when you walk inside this place it is way more than just good. This is a very high level restaurant and it was only easy and quick for us to walk in since we were at the odd time of the lunch break. This place is for sure a place to go to if you're from out of town and had never seen it. All the people that live near there go to that place constantly for sure. It's way too cool and the food is seriously delicious every single bite. read more

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We went here for our anniversary dinner and had a wonderful time! Bread was not notable, but the Caesar salad was 9/10 (some shaved parmesan would make it 10/10); I ordered the bacon-wrapped filet mignon which was absolute perfection. The garlic whipped potatoes were a solid 8/10 as well; generous portions. The sticky toffee pudding was an option for a birthday/anniversary dessert and it was lovely, but the real star of the show was the Bananas Foster for two that they make table-side. They also do a phenomenal job of remembering special occasions when you list it in your reservation, and we loved the complimentary photo as well (someone comes around with a nice camera and takes your photo). All in all, a delicious meal with excellent service, in a cozy environment. read more

One of the best classic steakhouses we have in middle TN. They are busy 7 nights a week so make a reservation. They have a dress code that's really business casual but if you don't want to follow that, you can be seated in the bar area. I've been half a dozen times, always order steak but this trip, did their roasted prime rib. Great change, cooked perfectly. They have a small but nice salad bar and I'd recommend their garlic housemade dressing. It was our 31 wedding anniversary and my wife had the 8oz center cut filet. We started with the smoked salmon and toast tips. I had a manhattan and she had a martini. We finished with their special dessert, bananas foster that is prepared table side. Great staff and service. I'm originally from Vegas and it has that classic Golden Steer vibe, like old Vegas. read more

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Brock (our host) was fantastic and helped make our 35th Anniversary dinner a great memory!!

Had a fantastic lunch at Sperry's in Franklin, and it was exactly the kind of classic steakhouse experience you hope for. The atmosphere is timeless--rich wood, warm lighting, and an elegant setting that makes the meal feel special without being overly formal. We started with drinks at the bar before being seated, and everything from the service to the pace of the meal was spot on. Our server Laura was outstanding. She was attentive, friendly, and very knowledgeable about the menu. She made the whole experience feel relaxed and welcoming. The French onion soup was excellent--rich broth with perfectly melted cheese and great flavor. For the main course, I ordered the steak topped with lobster, cooked medium rare, and it was absolutely perfect. The steak had a beautiful sear, tender and juicy inside, exactly how a great steak should be prepared. The lobster was sweet and buttery and paired perfectly with it. Alongside grilled asparagus and fresh bread, it made for an outstanding plate. Great food, great service, and a great atmosphere. Thank you to Laura and the team at Sperry's for a wonderful lunch. We'll definitely be back. read more

Sperry's Restaurant - French Onion Soup - Steakhouses Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

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Went with a girlfriend before a movie, was a great way to start the evening. I was thrilled to see they had crab bisque, something I always love to order when I see it on a specials menu. Nice lumps of crab, absolutely exquisite. The bread they serve was perfect to sop it up with. I had an ahi tuna tower, friend had the steak frites. We both enjoyed our meals, she loveddddd the béarnaise sauce so if you are a fan I would recommend getting. Service was okay, nothing to write home about for us. You could say he gave us time to talk, but the pace felt like he forgot about us. The interior was beautifully decorated and comfy feeling, would definitely go back. read more

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Lucky enough to have Sperry's for a work event last night. This is almost the same order I reviewed recently, however it highlights one of my favorite things about Sperrys, CONSISTENCY! Started off the meal with the smoked salmon dip which was a huge hit at our table! Subtle hints of smoky flavor and no fish flavor to be found, mixed with a small baked flatbread/toast for a great appetizer. The mango and sausage stuffed mushrooms, again. This flavor combination sounds so off if you haven't tried it but the savory and sweet combination is incredible. The 8oz flier presents much larger than a typical 8oz (never a bad thing) and was cooked PERFECTLY medium rare. Seasoned to perfection with just salt and pepper. The asparagus was wood grilled or charred and had a slight woody/smoky flavor because of it and was also seasoned with salt and pepper but could have used a little more salt for me. The loaded baked potato is as immaculate. The potato itself was cooked incredible, very tender with no hard or tough spots inside. Smothered in a layer of cheddar cheese. The coolest part of this experience was that it was a work event with a pre fixed menu. Typically that results in subpar menu options, food preparation and quality from my experience. However, everything came out perfect. (Also reason why I don't have as many pictures as usual for this review) The server was exceptional, I lack his name, but he helped us pick out the perfect red wine to accompany our meal, and even got one of our patrons a Caesar salad instead of house salad despite it not being on our pre fixe menu. I had never been to the Franklin Sperrys before, only the original location. Upon entering you would be hard pressed to tell the difference between the two. Both have a dark lit environment, and exact same layout almost. Another apologies for lack of pictures compared to my normal reviews as it was a work event and very dark in our private room. read more

Sperry's Restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

Just a quick update because they are still rocking it. This is one of the most consistent and excellent restaurants I have ever experienced. I almost always...well, always get the prime rib. It is amazing how perfect it always is. Service is always spectacular. Friendly, helpful and unpretentious. Perfect for special occasions or if you just want a really excellent meal. read more

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Food is consistent, friendly staff and fun atmosphere. Have a good happy hour selection. Portions are very generous :) Everything I've tried so far: The Club Sandwich is the only thing that has been a hit or miss with putting tartar sauce in it. I like their Ruben and Salads with lump crab has been good for lunch. Their rack of lamb was great! read more

Yes, it is all it is cracked up to be. Best prime rib I've had in middle Tennessee. Excellent fillet. Salads were fresh both at the salad bar as well as the wedge and the Caesar. Cool old steakhouse vibe and excellent service. Nothing wrong with the house Cab either. Highly recommended for a great night out. read more

Sperry's Restaurant - King cut Prime Rib...oh my - Steakhouses Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

We came here several times. Food was always great! My favorite was slow cooked prime ribs, it's so juicy and tender. It came with self-serve salad bar, another nice option here. The services were varied. Sometimes the service was good, another time was bad (tried to complaint to the manager, and he didn't do anything about it). I like the ambiance and the theme. It has an antique & cozy vibes. Overall, 5 stars for the food and ambiance, 2 stars for the service & management. read more

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Another great Sunday brunch at Sperry's. Fabulous food and outstanding service. The blue cheese filet, regular filet and twice-baked potatoes were excellent as always. I love Sperry's salad bar, but the wedge salad was a great alternative. Our meal was topped off with the Snowball dessert...incredible! read more

Sperry's Restaurant - Snowball - Steakhouses Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

Came here for dinner on a Tuesday night to celebrate our 25th Anniversary. (Actual day of) We had heard so many good reviews and thought we would try. Made a reservation for 6pm and noted our anniversary on the reservation. We waited about 20-30 minutes or so once checked in. They had a good amount of people waiting as well for tables that also had reservations. Once seated, our waiter seemed busy with surrounding tables. We ordered the salad bar, Caesar salad, crab cake entree's. However, it seemed all the tables surrounding us that were waited on later than us received their salads much quicker. At least salad bar was help your self and my husband insisted that I go ahead to the salad bar instead of continuing to wait for his salad. I had been through my salad plate and waiter asked if we were enjoying the salad bar and we reminded him of my husbands Caesar salad that he was waiting on. He quickly went to the register and then later came out with the salad. As we were waiting on our entree, different servers multiple times approached us with other plates and we motioned that we didn't order and they took them back to the kitchen stage area. (Steak, spinach, Mac & cheese, lobster Mac &cheese.) Upon the last waiter approaching our table we told him it wasn't ours and that we had already been approached by others with the incorrect meals. We told him we ordered Crab cake. Our waiter went to the register again and came over and seemed flustered and said it would be out. We were right at the kitchen area and register so could see all the commotion. By now, those that came in after us were finished their meals and leaving. The manager came over, I think after all the mix ups, didn't really say anything other than let her know if we need anything. I mentioned to her it was our anniversary, she said congratulations and that we would be getting a dessert. Surprised me, as I read on other reviews that for special occasions they provide a picture and card. I even noticed someone with a camera going to the hostess desk. Oh well, good thing we took the selfie in the lobby as we were waiting to be seated. Our crab cakes came out and they were actually delicious. All lump crab meat, almost better than in Maryland. The waiter did apologize and came out with a desert menu and said we could pick what we want for dessert even the banana foster. So, of course we did the banana foster. Which was great as well. Overall, the food was great but lacked in overall experience in the service within the restaurant as a whole. Initial I thought Sperry's would be comparable to Jeff Rubies and hoping for a step above Jay Alexander's or Bricktop's, but found they are not as experienced and attentive. They also seem to have difficulty turning tables in order to turn over reservations. When plates were cleared no one pulled crumbs off table. It's the attentiveness that was lacking overall. The food was fabulous, but given our special evening felt lack luster from the service. To me an evening out is not only the quality of the food but the experience as well. read more

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The Sunday brunch place in Cool Springs. A traditional steakhouse setting with a full bar and a good wine list. Very good service from friendly waitstaff. Try the crab Cake Salad from the Lunch Menu, the Smoked Salmon or the Lamb Chops. read more

Sperry's Restaurant - Smoked Salmon - Steakhouses Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

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Sperry's is a local Nashville restaurant that provides a dinner SERVICE. Though the exterior of the restaurant in Cool Springs looks pretty non descript, once you open the door you walk into warmth, welcome and you can feel yourself relax. In an era where most restaurants are bright loud industrial settings, Sperry's takes you back to when meals were enjoyed in comfortable settings that invite you to linger. The staff is top notch, the food is great! They offer a great salad bar which is a good way to start any meal. I had the Florentine Salmon which was outstanding. I normally take a lot of pictures, but I admit to being so "in the moment" that the phone stayed stashed. Honestly, isn't that a great testimony too? Definitely the place to go for special events, to treat yourself or to just enjoy an evening with friends. read more

They really have some rude and disrespectful people in their employ. When you call for reservations, they act like you are bothering them and they do not try to accommodate you in any way. They forget, they exist because of us, the customers that bring them business and it seems they lose sight of the fact they should be pleasant and helpful and not dismissive in their dealings with the public. Sick of the attitudes some of the help displays, like you are a bother. I will gladly take my business elsewhere where they show interest and make your dealings in their establishment pleasant, not combative. Maybe better training would help. You people at Sperry's should consider that fact. read more

Yo went Wednesday night onion soup delicious and crab cakes where to die for and coffee perfect and service was great .don't miss this place if in Franklin read more

Crab cakes are amazing. Shrimp cocktail is good but you need to ask for extra horseradish if you like it that way. Steaks are great, be aware that "medium" here is closer to medium rare in other places. Love the variety in the salad bar. Our server was very pleasant and they were accommodating even when we were a little tardy. The place is very nicely decorated for Christmas, I like the background music and it has a family-restaurant cozy feel while still offering the high end steakhouse experience. Bit of a drive from Goodlettsville but we will keep this on our list read more

Sperry's Restaurant - Fireplace - Steakhouses Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

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My wife and I had reservations at Sperry's Saturday night. We actually went to the wrong location and they called the Cool Springs location and told them we were on our way. Our waiter, Alfonzo, was excellent, and very accommodating. But the food...beyond excellent. The Filet Oskar was amazing, the best steak I've had in a long time. My wife had the blackened prime rib, she loved it. Couldn't leave without the bananas foster. It was perfect. We'll be back in Nashville in a little over a week and will be back with our daughter. It is really cool how they have made this location look like the original place. read more

Sperry's was fantastic for our friend's birthday dinner. Whenever we return to Nashville this will absolutely be our stop for dinner. Service was fantastic, and continually hospitable throughout our the meal. The restaurant was much like one would expect from a steakhouse. Inside was cozy and inviting after a freezing cold day! Thank you for making our friend's birthday special. read more

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Came by Sperry's for some appetizers. The food overall was very good. Really enjoyed the lamb chops and shoe string fries the jumbo shrimp cocktail was a hit. I can appreciate the extra dollop of horseradish in the middle of the cocktail sauce to give an extra burst of pop if you choose to. The bbq shrimp and grits were a hit also. The service was excellent and ambiance is low key. read more

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First time here, old world ambiance. Dimmed lighting to make it more intimate The service was amazing, Kate was the best! We started with the "Tuna Stack" the Asian flavors were on point. I can't say enough about the Ribeye it was cooked and seasoned to perfection no additions needed. Chefs . We decided to forgo additional sides and kept to their famous self serve salad bar stocked with awesome with house made dressings. We indulged and shared the "sticky toffee pudding" it was a very nice end. Very pleased We'll plan a return when in Franklin. Eric was a huge help with assisting Kate. read more

Sperry's Restaurant - 18oz med- rare ribeye seasoned to perfection - Steakhouses Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

They still got it - they always do! Stopped by for HH and this place is consistently good! We had the Salmon Toast which is always awesome! Their Martini is always on point. Love their blue cheese olives with a slightly dirty martini! Plus sitting at the bar is always fun. Charlotte, the bartender was fantastic! We have had her before in Feb dining room and she always has great recs and awesome server/bartender! read more

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Such a wonderful place for a meal. The food is fabulous... salad bar and steak....don't forget to try the bananas foster... the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. The hostess and servers were such kind and tentative people. A new favorite for me. When I'm in the Nashville area, I'll definitely be going back . read more

We have been here a few times and love to return. Only reason we don't is that it's a 40 minute drive. As usual the service was excellent and the meal was even better. Alfonzo is an excellent server and made good recommendations. My wife took him up on the daily special bone in rib with whipped garlic mashed potatoes with a blue cheese sauce. We had the escargot for an appetizer well I should say I had it. Largest snails I've had in that dish and were prepared perfectly. I had the NY Strip and it was close to fork tender not something you find in a strip and I had a side of the mango sausage stuffed mushrooms which you just need to try. We Live coming here because even though it's a steakhouse you can still be casual and get the service and food of the places that you need to dress up for. Keep up the good work!!! read more

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This would have been our first time at this Sperry's. On the advice of friends, I made reservations 3 months ago for my wife and I for Valentines day at 6:30 pm. We found out that my wife had pneumonia the day before (2/13). I called the restaurant to cancel our reservation. I was told by the manager that we would still be charged a $50.00 fee since I didn't cancel 48 hours prior. What the heck, we didn't plan on my wife coming down with pneumonia. And I don't think our 6:30 time slot on Valentines day would be hard to fill with their alternative reservation wait list. UPDATE: First off, I received an email from Kaitlin apologizing for the situation and refunded the charge on my credit card. Thank you! Second, my wife and I were in the area today and decided to try lunch. We ordered from the dinner menu. She had a filet and I had the combo of a filet and crab cake. The filets were definitely grade prime. I was a Navy pilot and now a retired airline captain. Saying this, I've been to many places and I don't think I've had a better crab cake ever. Great job! Third, I could not ask for a better and more attentive server than Sierra. Hopefully she will be working the next time we are there! I changed my 1 star to 5 stars and will be back. read more

My first time at Sperry's and I will be back! I really enjoyed the personable servers who were very attentive to our needs. We were celebrating a birthday and they made it one to remember. I had the crab bisque soup, salmon Florentine (Oscar style) with garlic whipped potatoes. We also enjoyed the espresso brownie (didn't taste like coffee which I appreciated) read more

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It was a lovely time with friends and family, and the highlight was our wonderful server, Nico! The food choices are great, and we love going to Sperry's!! read more

It was my first time visiting the Cool Springs location. I have dined at the original many times over the past 40 years and it's always been a treat . This location did not let me down from the salad bar to the menu to the service, all were first rate. The interior reminds me almost exactly of Belle Meade. read more

Sperry's Restaurant - Bananas Foster table side prep! - Steakhouses Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

Food was good but nothing special. they highly recommended the prime rib. But it was about the quality of Outback prime rib. The service was good but i was sadly disappointed when I received paper take out boxes that my food would turn soggy before I got home at this price point my to go containers should be of higher quality. it's the little things that matter. read more

Best prime rib ever!! Love their salad bar as well. I've never had anything but an excellent meal there.

Went with a large party (group of nine plus a new Baby) on Christmas Eve after church. Everything was cooked just right and we have some picky folks in our family including some who like well cooked steak ( no accounting for taste). The French Onion soup was great, my wife had New England Clam Chowder which was a special and we had raw oysters and fried oysters ( another special not normally on the menu. My wife had steak and lobster and I had the ribeye, both perfectly cooked. Great shoestring fries. We wanted dessert but were just too stuffed. Our experience with the Toffee pudding was great last time. Also had a variety of cocktails in our group, Martini's, Old Fashion's, Margaritas and Bourbon on the rocks all excellent. This was the Cool Springs Sperry's but the inside is exactly like the original we usually go to. Our server was Amanda, who did a fabulous job with our group. We love this place and everyone wants to do the same thing next year! read more