In town for a weekend getaway and went to Virago last night for dinner. Arrived around 8PM and was quickly seated at the bar. The place has a great ambiance and the fish was fresh. My reason for giving Virago 3 starts is....the sushi rice. It was borderline cold, like they premade it and stored it in the fridge. Honestly, I'm dumbfounded by this...unless I'm picking up a premade roll from the grocery store, sushi rice should NEVER be cold. Kills the whole flavor and texture. read more

This place has a cool vibe as you enter and the interior has an interesting design aesthetic. My one big complaint is that it is very dark inside to the point it is hard to really see your food as you eat. They also had a posted dress code they didn't enforce. My food was overall good but not great as it was a bit on the bland side to my taste. Overall it is a nice space and seems like it would be a good date night spot. read more

The entrance to Virago is set between 2 locations and can be easily missed if you're new to the area. The ambiance is very nice and our waiter was amazing. He was well versed in the menu selections and gave great recommendations. My only issue... the wait time for our food was incredibly long! It was a birthday gathering so we had a large party for which we made reservations for in advance. We filled the time with convo and laughter but we waited so long for each set of rolls after they were ordered. It took so long that I had to assume there was only one person preparing everything for the entire restaurant. When we'd order another round of food it was easily 30-40 minutes of waiting. We were probably there close to 3 hours, waiting on food throughout this time. The food was delicious but the wait time was a lot. I'd come back if it were just me and my husband and we just ordered one thing and a drink. Something less hectic. read more

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We came here for my bachelorette party, with a group of 12 girls. They accepted the reservation super early in advance which made planning very easy and they are very accommodating of large groups. The overall vibe is more of an upscale and classy dining scene rather than a party vibe, which was nice on our last night of the weekend. The interior is upscale and dimly lit. Service was great, they recommended some delicious sake for the group. The fruity cocktails here are super sweet; I ordered the Tokyo sangria which had guava which was amazing although slightly too sweet for my taste. I'd recommend the wasabi martini, it was so unique and not something we had tried anywhere else! the wasabi tends to settle in the bottom of the drink so it gets spicier the more you drink so try to mix occasionally. We were a group of girls from California so we honestly didn't know what to expect for sushi quality here, but we were very pleasantly surprised at the sushi!! The salmon nigiri was so buttery and had a great texture. The sushi rolls were yummy as well and everything was super shareable which was nice. We also ordered the rock shrimp which was yummy and wagyu fried rice! read more

Virago - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I had been to Virago about 13 years ago and remembered it as a fun, vibrant spot with great energy and memories. On a recent visit to Nashville, I insisted we go back for sushi. We went on a Monday night thinking we could just sit at the bar, but were stopped at the entrance and told we had to be seated--not a big deal. Once we sat down, though, the bar itself felt worn and tired. Even after being wiped down, it was still tacky, and the chairs we were seated in had ripped handles down to the wood. To make matters worse, a woman sitting nearby warned us not to order the toro because it wasn't fresh. The sushi we did try was just okay. Fortunately, they had a Monday half-price menu--because if I had paid full price, I would have been extremely disappointed. Overall, Virago feels dated and tired compared to the lively place I remembered. Definitely not the same experience. read more

Virago - Arms of the chairs at the bar. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

It's kind of expensive for the quality, but the food was good and service was good as well. They're pretty strict about walk-ins, so make sure you've got a reservation if you want to eat here. read more

Really good! Lots of variety and the server was great. Also, really cool bar seating and good music. Not too loud. read more

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We went to Virago for their half-price sushi Monday where they have a good number of appetizers and rolls that are at half price and two for one deal for drinks. The way to get to the restaurant was kind of dark. There's an upscale and fancy vibe. They were very busy, so thankfully we made a reservation. We were seated right away. The server was friendly and made sure we always had water. The server apologized ahead of time that the food would take awhile like 45 min. We ended up getting our food within 30 min. The rolls were delicious. I wouldn't say it blew my mind (I'm spoiled by super great sushi in Houston), but definitely better than any other sushi I've had in Nashville. The drinks were also good. I thought they could improve the A5 wagyu nigiri though. This item isn't on the half price menu but I'm a sucker for wagyu. The meat is just as tender and flavorful as usual, but it was served cold which makes it taste too fatty. It was sad that such a premium piece of meat was ruined a bit by having hardened fat which distracted me from enjoying it. Overall, Virago is worth checking out on Mondays for sure. Their regular pricing is a bit pricey for what you get for me. I would like to go back and try their hot plate Wagyu. Expect it'll taste better served hot. read more

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Ambiance is what you pay for here. Lounge is exquisite and offer a cool retreat from the summer heat. Food is decent and the wasabi martini is a must try. Would recommend this place. Fantastic date spot as well, quiet with music at the right level. read more

Virago - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I ordered the triple citrus salmon and the bomb sushi. Both are very delicious. I ordered via DoorDash and the food was on time. The bomb sushi is very very good, I can see why it is listed as popular on DoorDash. I also ordered a miso soup, which is warm and tasty. read more

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I loved this spot! It's very speakeasy fancy- definitely for a special occasion more so. The staff was incredible and it felt very upscale. My favorite dish was the crunchy truffle roll - absolutely loved! read more

Went to Virago for their Maki-Monday special. The food was decent, but unfortunately, a drink was accidentally spilled all down my back by the server. When it happened, the server and manager apologized, which I appreciated. I said it was totally fine and that accidents happen. I didn't want to make a fuss and instead tried to enjoy the rest of the meal, even though I was cold, wet, and sticky. What threw me off was that nothing was offered to make up for it. I wasn't expecting much, maybe just a drink or a comped dessert. I paid in cash, and when the server asked if I needed change, it felt a little weird given the whole situation. I was so surprised he even asked that I just told him to keep the change and ended up leaving him a 25% tip. I know spilling a drink on someone must be absolutely mortifying for a server, and I kept that in mind with how I reacted. But not everyone would, and I think situations like this really call for a process in place to make sure guests feel taken care of when accidents inevitably happen. I probably won't go back, but I know this was just one experience and it won't be the case for everyone. Hopefully others have a smoother and dryer experience when they dine here. read more

I went with my family to celebrate my birthday back in August and I'm still raving about it! We had several types of sushi, which we loved, but everyone at the table were savoring the bao buns. We had them all. The Korean pork belly ones were me and my grandson's favorite. The service was impeccable and the restaurant itself is gorgeous! The drinks were delicious and perfectly blended with the right amount of alcohol. I look forward to returning and being able to sit at the bar area--some of the fancy plush chairs are plus size friendly!! read more

What a great sushi spot in Nashville! Food was top tier, atmosphere was intimate, and service was great. Honestly, the best coconut rice I could ever dream of. read more

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Finally got the chance to eat at Virago after hearing many people tell me about it--Sat at the bar, had two different rolls that were so delicious we ordered a repeat third roll of the Oishi. Trent was our bartender and we had such a great experience talking with him all night, as well as Connor. Will definitely be returning! Service and food to remember! read more

Jimmy and Josh were fantastic! One way my waiter went above and beyond was we had a an Incorrect sushi order and it was fixed right away. Will definitely be back. read more

Virago - Volcano roll. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Excelente presentación de la comida y platos muy ricos. La atención fue muy amable y se preocupaban de hacerte sentir bien read more

Virago on a Monday night is easily one of the best hangs in Nashville. Zach took care of us at the bar and couldn't have been better -- great service, great energy, and spot-on recommendations. We started with the V2 edamame and the Szechuan cauliflower -- both packed with flavor and a perfect way to kick things off. As for the rolls, the Hamachi Maki, Honey Fire, and Oishi were standouts -- fresh, balanced, and beautifully made. The Wasabi Martini was the winner on the cocktail side -- clean, sharp, and just the right kick. With half-priced maki and two-for-one cocktails from a solid menu, this is one of those Monday traditions that never misses. read more

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The waitress was amazing, top notch service and great recommendations. The food was absolutely the best sushi I've had and we will be back. read more

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The food was ok, not great for the price but fine. The real issue was the service. And I don't mean our waiter...he was lovely. We had a 7:30 reservation and ordered promptly. We didn't get our food until 9:40. Ridiculous. Won't go back. read more

Overall, the vibes were immaculate. It was a great way to spend my boyfriend's birthday. They even provided birthday card. The service was very attentive, and the food was delicious. read more

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I'm a sucker for good sushi and this is definitely the spot. They have more specialty options on their menu and don't have the more common rolls but that was okay! They waitress had no problem accommodating me when I wanted certain items. They're so friendly, looks like they all enjoy working there. It's a chill vibe inside. We've sat at the bar and also dined in as well. Very good vibes all around. read more

Made a reservation for our anniversary at Virago for Maki Saki Monday (half price sushi) and it was fantastic. It's a bit hidden and the door is sort of a speak-easy vibe which is cool. The service was good but we couldn't hear a word our server was saying (a combination of him speaking really softly and it being pretty loud) but he filled our waters and made sure we weren't left out to dry. The food, we got 4 sushi rolls and overall were left impressed. - Truffle Futomaki This roll was ridiculously good and was full of so many flavors that it felt like an experience. In my top 3 rolls I've ever had. - Dragon Fire Very good and overall had a more subtle taste than the truffle roll and even though it included cream cheese it did not overpower the rest of the roll thankfully - Dynamite A good spicy tuna roll and thats about it. Nothing special, but not a bad roll by any means Overall, we enjoyed our experience at Virago and will probably come again on Monday for the half price sushi! read more

Virago - Dragon Fire, Truffle Futomaki, Dynamite - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This was my second visit to Virago. The first was with my husband, who surprised me with a trip to Nashville for my 50th birthday in August, and the second was with my daughter and our friends for her 21st birthday this week. Exceptional food and service during both visits! The bartender remembered me from my birthday and was kind enough to come over to say hello and happy birthday to my daughter. I come to Nashville several times a year for business and pleasure, and will most definitely be visiting Virago as often as I can. read more

Virago - Kendal's 21st Birthday celebration at Virago! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

We had Ashely as our server. Very knowledgeable and professional. The dining area is beautiful. It felt hidden and intimate. The food came out quickly and tasted incredible! read more

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I loved the vines walking into this place. Not too fancy but fancy enough. We got rock shrimp for our appetizer which was basically fried shrimp with a bang bang sauce on it. It was definitely my favorite part of the meal. The sushi was kind of underwhelming. Pretty pricey for average sushi. It wasn't like it was bad but you can just find better sushi for cheaper. read more

To be honest, the food, service and atmosphere couldn't have been better. I'd highly recommend!

Yum! We came here after a show at the Rhyman. It was exactly what we wanted! We ordered the Godzilla and the Bomb. Both were amazing. I like the Bomb a little more. We ordered the Samurai Bacon for an appetizer and I didn't love it but my boyfriend did. The atmosphere of this place was the best. It kind of felt like a fun place from Star Wars. We sat at the bar and they had cool swivel chairs that were super comfy and they had a few other cool sitting areas. It was a fun place to hang after a show on a Sunday night! read more

Virago - The Bomb and Samurai Bacon - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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My favorite sushi spot in Nashville! The service has never disappointed even on a Saturday night dinner rush! The plates and drinks come quickly and everything is always delicious. You can't leave Nashville without trying their wasabi martini! The vibes inside are very grown and sexy! Perfect for date night dinner or drinks and a couple rolls at the bar! read more

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MAJOR SUSHI SLAY! Best sushi in Nashville. Loved all their rolls so much. Ambiance and vibes were immaculate. Would absolutely dine here again. read more

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We arrived during a downpour. It was very close to find parking -there is a lot half a tiny block up the hill. They moved our seating, so I didn't have to walk down steps -I use a walker. We ended up sitting on low couches around bar tables, in what I can only describe as hidden grotto, but not really a grotto either. Anywho, my daughter and I enjoyed the required photo session that one nowdays must have. I will say that the place is very photogenic and well lit for pictures. Even better was the food. We each had the lychee saketini to start, then we shared an order of spicy tuna/crispy rice, a crunchy truffle roll, and wagyu fried rice. We decided to get a second truffle roll because it was so delicious. But Jumping Jehosephat! That Wagyu Fried rice was such wonderful rice. The vegetables are larger than i typically think of veggies in fried rice, the sauce was soy based with something sweet in it. The beef came in both ground and diced versions. I wanted to order some to go. Alas I did not. After tip, it came to around $160 for two people. I did not feel like I was ripped off, but still l, not a cheap meal. It was all incredibly fresh tasting. I will go back. read more

Virago - Banquet in the bar area with the Lychee Saketini. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Favorite place to visit when in Nashville, have had multiple business dinners here and the food, service, and atmosphere has been amazing each time read more

This is my all time favorite sushi spot. I have been twice now and plan to come every time I am in Nashville. I have yet to have a bad bite. It is a cool speakeasy vibe with the most delicious wasabi martini. I dream about this drink! The service has been amazing and attentive every time. I cannot say enough good things about this place. read more

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Fresh and full of flavor sushi rolls. I highly recommend going with a group and getting a couple rolls to share so you can try everything rather than sticking to one or two rolls. Great ambience, I think there is a semi dress code for the place. Truffle Futomaki: Out of all the roles, this was hands down the best roll here. The albacore and the shrimp together went well and with the yuzu truffle on top, it was perfection. Oishi: This was my second favorite roll because the garlic soy sauce sealed the deal. I love that it had eel, shrimp, and ahi tuna - packed with flavors. Crunch California: Originally I thought this would be a basic role, but it was far from that. It's a California roll with tempura, cucumber, and honey fire as the sauce. The honey really added to the flavor of the roll and I was surprised. Ecuador: I love hamachi and this roll has hamachi, tuna, avocado, cilantro, cucumber, tempura, and on the side they add sriracha and wasabi mayo and it adds to the flavor of the roll. Double Tekka Crunch: Yummy roll with eel and spicy tuna, very fresh. For drinks, the Tokyo Sangria is juice!! It was fruity, delicious, and I recommend it. read more

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This is an incredibly classy, sexy and swanky feeling restaurant! The food was phenomenal. We made a reservation for a Friday night and I think that's a must. Service was great, all of the food was incredibly fresh and delicious. They also have a huge sushi menu, definitely a must visit. Higher price points but the food is truly quality and you're paying for the experience. Highly recommend! read more

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I've been dying to check out Virago and finally made it happen! Monday deals are amazing - great prices for sushi and buy one get one cocktails from their specials list. It honestly doesn't get any better than that. The cauliflower and edamame were SO. GOOD. I was honestly blown away by the flavors on the edamame - we didn't leave a single piece. I was extremely excited when our server told me I could modify the rolls as needed for my shellfish allergy! Usually I get the "sorry we can't accommodate" or "you can't eat here" and this was the opposite. I ended up getting two rolls that didn't have shellfish anyway, but it was cool to have the option. Everything was DELICIOUS. Seriously, sooooooo tasty. Some of the better sushi I've had in the Nashville area - I get why it's so popular. Vibe was very chic - dress code in place was fitting. Make a reservation or test your luck getting squeezed in - either way, you have to come check out Virago. read more

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Every single dish we have at Virago was a 10/10. The pork belly was like nothing we have ever had before, the volcano shrimp was delicious, the texture of the spicy tuna crispy rice was perfect, the Caviar truffle salmon was tasty and to end off the dinner the Mochi was very light & refreshing. Highly highly recommend this Virago. One of the best restaurants in Nashville. read more

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I am from LA and just moved to Nashville and was spoiled in LA when it came to Sushi and seafood. But Virago is fantastic. They have a great menu with creative rolls. It's a great ambiance and the bar staff is excellent. I've only lived in Nashville for a few months and just discovered this place and have been there twice in the last 7 days. read more

Entering in the place felt like a fancy speakeasy with the quiet but sophisticated atmosphere. The food was an absolute dream. I loved their use of actual fresh wasabi in the Panda roll. Additionally, Jake our server, was spot on with every recommendation. Loved this spot. read more

Virago - Panda roll - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Every visit to has been nothing short of fantastic. The atmosphere consistently exudes class and acceptance, the cuisine is consistently delightful and made with fresh ingredients, and the service is consistently impeccable. Our recent experience on Maki Monday was exemplary. From the assortment of whiskey, martinis, sake, to the rolls and edamame, everything was flawlessly executed. Our waiter, Andrew, deserves special mention for his outstanding service. He struck the perfect balance of making us feel welcome without rushing us, and his attentiveness was just right, never intrusive. Highly recommended! Must Try Rolls: - Ecuador (really good if you like burst of different flavors) - New Moon (nice and fresh) - Crunchy California (a basic California with a hint of sweetness) read more

Virago - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee