A Michael Mina steakhouse 34 floors above the convention centre, private rooms in the Gulch, whole-hog barbecue for big groups in SoBro, and Predators games at Bridgestone Arena.
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$36.00 USD for dinner: the US federal (GSA) dinner allowance for Nashville, FY2027 (part of the $86 daily meals rate). Many companies use government rates as their benchmark. None of our dinner picks typically fit it, so plan on the company covering the difference or choosing a set menu.
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201 8th Ave S, 34th floor of the JW Marriott, SoBro · about 5 min walk from the convention centre
Michael Mina's steakhouse on the 34th floor of the JW Marriott, directly across from the Music City Center. It serves dry-aged beef and a long wine and bourbon list with skyline views.
1103 McGavock St, The Gulch · about 10 min walk from the convention centre
A polished Gulch steakhouse from M Street with a long wine list and craft cocktails. Seven private and semi-private rooms cover anything from a quiet client table to a large group.
303 Demonbreun St, SoBro · about 7 min walk from the convention centre
Chef Deb Paquette's downtown restaurant serves bold, globally inspired plates in the Encore tower near the Music City Center. Two private rooms suit a client dinner or a mid-size group.
403 4th Ave S, in The Joseph hotel, SoBro · about 5 min walk from the convention centre
The Italian restaurant at The Joseph serves housemade pasta, wood-fired meats and a five-course tasting menu. A private room near the kitchen suits a quiet client dinner.
300 4th Ave N, Downtown near Printer's Alley · a short cab ride from the convention centre
A family-owned Art Deco steakhouse near Printer's Alley, away from the Broadway crowds. It serves USDA Prime steaks, a raw bar and sushi, with live music most nights.
990 Signal Crossing, Nashville Yards · a short cab ride from the convention centre
Steak and seafood at Nashville Yards, opened in April 2026. Four private rooms with their own entrances or screens handle groups from 10 to 70.
1000 Broadway, in the Grand Hyatt, Nashville Yards · about 11 min walk from the convention centre
A Detroit steakhouse that opened in the Grand Hyatt in February 2026, serving dry-aged prime cuts and seafood. A private room and a full buyout cover small and large groups.
1120 McGavock St, The Gulch · about 10 min walk from the convention centre
M Street's Italian cucina and enoteca in the Gulch, across from Kayne Prime. The Ivy Room seats a big group together, and the main room can be booked semi-privately.
410 4th Ave S, SoBro · about 6 min walk from the convention centre
Pat Martin's whole-hog barbecue joint in SoBro, a short walk from the Music City Center. Two connecting private rooms and a big beer garden suit a relaxed group night.
222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, SoBro · about 2 min walk from the convention centre
One of the largest museums of country music, right next to the Music City Center, with hundreds of costumes and instruments. Groups can add a songwriter session, an RCA Studio B tour or a Hatch Show Print workshop.
116 Rep. John Lewis Way N, Downtown · about 4 min walk from the convention centre
The historic "Mother Church of Country Music" a few blocks from the convention centre. Group tours go backstage, and groups can sit together for an evening show.
598 Broadway, Downtown · about 5 min walk from the convention centre
An interactive museum on the role of African Americans in shaping more than 50 genres of American music. Group packages include a guided tour.
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Our rule of thumb for groups. Individual venues vary, so confirm when you call.
Bourbon Steak (201 8th Ave S, 34th floor of the JW Marriott, SoBro): Rare up to 12; Rye up to 18; Reserve semi-private up to 24 (StyleBlueprint); three rooms for 12 to 24 (Meetings Today). Kayne Prime (1103 McGavock St, The Gulch): Somm Room 14; Chef's Room 14 to 16; Champagne Room 20; Union Room 22; Chandelier Room 36; Mishima Room 70; Grand Prime 104 to 106 (Visit Music City, Nashville Guru, OpenTable). Etch (303 Demonbreun St, SoBro): Intermezzo Room up to 12; Encore Room 40 seated, 50 standing (own site); full buyout 120 banquet, 150 reception (Visit Music City). Yolan (403 4th Ave S, in The Joseph hotel, SoBro): Private Dining Room 16; East Wing 20 to 26; partial buyout 55; full dining room 75 banquet; with the bar 120 reception (Visit Music City); private dining room 14 seated (StyleBlueprint). Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse (300 4th Ave N, Downtown near Printer's Alley): Speakeasy up to 12; Jeff Ruby Room up to 16; Music City Room 66 (own site); Music City Room 64 banquet, 85 reception; full venue 275 reception (Visit Music City).
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum: One of the largest museums of country music, right next to the Music City Center, with hundreds of costumes and instruments. Groups can add a songwriter session, an RCA Studio B tour or a Hatch Show Print workshop. Ryman Auditorium: The historic "Mother Church of Country Music" a few blocks from the convention centre. Group tours go backstage, and groups can sit together for an evening show. National Museum of African American Music: An interactive museum on the role of African Americans in shaping more than 50 genres of American music. Group packages include a guided tour.
Bourbon Steak (201 8th Ave S, 34th floor of the JW Marriott, SoBro · about 5 min walk from the convention centre). Kayne Prime (1103 McGavock St, The Gulch · about 10 min walk from the convention centre). Etch (303 Demonbreun St, SoBro · about 7 min walk from the convention centre). Yolan (403 4th Ave S, in The Joseph hotel, SoBro · about 5 min walk from the convention centre).
Upcoming home games: Predators vs Capitals, Thu Oct 29 at 7:00 PM (Bridgestone Arena); Predators vs Lightning, Sat Oct 31 at 1:00 PM (Bridgestone Arena); Predators vs Hurricanes, Tue Nov 3 at 7:00 PM (Bridgestone Arena); Predators vs Blues, Sat Nov 7 at 12:30 PM (Bridgestone Arena). The Nashville page lists every home game for the next six months.
CattleCon 2027 (Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show): Feb 2–4, 2027 at Music City Center, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203. Our advice is to book private rooms by November 24, 2026. ViVE 2027: Mar 14–17, 2027 at Music City Center, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203. Our advice is to book private rooms by January 17, 2027.
Groups of 10 or more: book a private room 3 to 4 weeks ahead in a normal week. Conference weeks: book as soon as your dates are set. Each conference guide shows our book-by date. Game nights near the arena: book pregame dinners at least a week ahead. Holidays: many restaurants close or switch to set menus, so confirm hours before you book.