Absolutely wonderful! This place deserves more than five stars. I was in Nashville as part of a vacation and per my vacation tradition one meal of the trip is considered "date night nice night where I actually put on makeup" as usually the rest of the trip is hiking or sightseeing. So needless to say...being the spot picked for super special date night comes with expectations! We picked this spot based off other yelp reviews and were SUPER happy we did. I had made a reservation on Open Table the day before. We got to the restaurant early and they were able to seat us right away. The service from every single person we encountered was flawless. The food was phenomenal. My boyfriend and I both got the coffee cured filet and oh my goodness.....it was so good. I can't begin to explain how good it was. I am Texan. I know beef and steak! And this may have been one of the best steaks I have ever had. I started off with a Caesar salad and my boyfriend and I also split a side of mac and cheese. That as well as the mashed potatoes....I about needed to be rolled out of there because everything was SO good I had to keep eating! I highly recommend this restaurant and would eat here again if I was in Nashville again. They also have a great wine selection!
(5)
Andy B.
I'm being slightly extra critical sheerly because of how much they charge and I feel fine doing that for that reason. When you fork out at least $50 per person (not per entree I should note), the meal really should be exceptional, and I have to admit, I regularly make better NY Strip steaks than I had here. My steak was fairly tasty, slightly overcooked, and tough. A $35 steak has no business being tough. They also overcooked my brother's steak. The fried shrimp my date had was described as tough and not that good, and she's extremely easy to please. Hell, she eats cheese and mayo sandwiches at least once per week. Seriously, there has got to be better steaks in Nashville. Maybe they don't employ a good chef on Tuesday nights. Who knows? Strangely the rest of the stuff, drinks, apps and all that was quite good, but when you're a steakhouse, that's what should stand out.
(2)
Jesse Q.
I rate or discount my rating based on the issues of a restaurant that being said I was not happy to have to park off property this evening just because I didn't want a stranger taking my car are the valets Bonded.? .Also another review 7 days ago stated the free valet is $2.00 so I'm confused.. the food was good there was 5 small pieces of lobster bisque in my 10.00 bowl and my 7 oz. Filet was $30.00 the water was 10.00 I had a cocktail with tip was 68.00 for one person
(3)
Leland G.
Went last night (so, 8PM on a Sunday) with a group of 6 people. The service was not good. And I don't just mean not good for a steakhouse, this was not good for an Olive Garden. But don't worry; the check was gratuity included :/ None of us were drinking, however the appetizers came somehow before there was even water on the table - we had onion rings and spinach dip. The onion rings were honestly great. The spinach dip sucked, it wasn't creamy, it had no "flavor" and the bread crackers that come with it to dip were IMO stale. We're almost done with the apps, haven't yet ordered dinner, been there for 30 mins, and one of our guests still doesn't have his unsweet tea. Then two teas show up; one was unsweet and the other was sweet... smh We ordered steaks and sides. My lady and I both had the coffee cured filet, petite size, med-rare (as all steak should be cooked, haha). We ordered 3 sides: button mushrooms, asparagus, and house garlic mashed potatoes. The steak was cooked right (med-rare) but was surely sitting under the heat lamp for the 20 mins that our server disappeared and maybe forgot about his one table.... still missing the unsweet tea refill. The sides were OK. But I could do better at home without even trying. The asparagus just wasn't cooked right. The mushrooms were over salty and either undercooked or marinated for too long. The mash potatoes were DRY - probably were BFFs with our steaks under that heat lamp. Save your money and included gratuity and grill at home.
(2)
Ali S.
We dropped by this location for the first time last night as a group of 5. For appetizer we got a whiskey shrimp and spinach dip. Whiskey shrimp was the best thing we had here. The spinach dip was just standard. For dinner, I tried the legendary Stoney river filet with hash brown. I got the steak medium but it was rather dry. The hash brown was excellent. Since this is a steakhouse I have to rank it according to the steak. Their filet was not special and rather dry. Everyone else in the group came to the same conclusion. With so many awesome Steakhouses around, I cannot say I will return.
(2)
Jay F.
Simply great. First time here. The pre dinner rolls were like dessert my shrimp cocktail was amazing and spicy. My wedge salad with thousand island was best I ever had. My filet was soft and perfect
(5)
Becky E.
One of the best places we stopped on our vacation for great eats! Live music was a good touch. Wide variety of good local eats, wild game & Fried Green Tomatoes. We got the Wild Game sampler which was enough food for two people. Staff was friendly & attentive. The Okra side was tasty & done right! Beans were good but would try some thing different when a return visit happens. Hushpuppies stole the show with some of the best we've had!
(5)
Debbie D.
My husband and I have been patrons of the West End location since it opened. This WAS our special occasion restaurant. Until tonight. We didn't have any wait staff for 12 minutes. Someone who was not our server took our drink order. Then when we finally got our server you couldn't understand him. To top off my birthday dinner, my steak wasn't cooked to the correct temperature even after three attempts. How hard is it to get a medium well steak? My husband ate alone and I finally gave up and didn't have a meal. Happy Birthday to me!
(1)
Verlisa W.
I went here last Sunday and came about 7ish... They have once again switched up their tuna roll... It wasn't bad but I enjoyed the previous tuna roll with no rice prior to.... I definitely enjoyed their crab soup or lobster bisque can't remember but it was very creamy and tasty I would definitely recommend that... Now when it came to steaks I ordered the prime rib medium rare... And my date order a ribeye... When it came to the table his was perfect mine eh not so much mine was more medium well... Big difference from medium rare... The manager came and asked if everything was ok and I told him about my steak and he stated oh the waitress didn't tell u all we have is medium well left I said no I wouldn't have ordered if I knew... He then asked if I wanted anything else and my mouth was really set on the prime rib medium rare but I settled for the ribeye and order that medium rare and it was on the medium well side also... Let's just say I enjoyed my side of macaroni and cheese what a meal I ended up giving my steak to my date to take home...
(3)
Ji Eun K.
Ribeye steak and coffee filet mignon was so delicious. Service was excellent. The lobster bisque, house salad vinaigrette, baked potato and green beans were so delicious! Service was wonderful and drinks were great. Will definitely be back.
(5)
Sarah Z.
Heard good things about this place so decided to give it a try. Ordered a ribeye medium rare but it came out half medium well and half rare, Not only was it done wrong, it was a tasteless piece of meat. Overpriced but under performed, I was so disappointed.
(2)
Beth G.
Love love love this place. The Cowboy Filet WAS my favorite, but I am leaning toward the Prime Rib Queen cut. The King cut has the bone...not sure why as it is 6 dollars more. So for that you get a bone..good for the dog..I guess. Have been there many times and love it each time. We had the Steak rolls which are like egg rolls with beef and a cheese mixture. Not sure I would get again. Had the deviled eggs 2 times. Spinach Dip a few times and then the MEAT!!!! I am not a huge Carnivore, but I do like my Meat a few times a month where it is solid fully loaded Protein meat dish. Like I said Cowboy FILET was the ONLY thing I have had since it opened. Sad I can't move forward without seeing someone else enjoy this honking huge Prime Rib. And get this!!!! They gave me the leftovers. I was hooked. Crazy crazy crazy good! Took my son and he was torn between the Prime Rib and Salmon. So....we ordered both. I love Salmon, but was feeling MEAT. We shared both, he ate most of the Meat and half the salmon. We also had the French Onion Soup because I could another visit. The Mac and Cheese used to be wonderful. I have not idea now because I am waiting on the MEAT. We had salad, it was salad. Parking is Valet and free, but tip your valet. There is self parking if you don't want to part with 2 dollars in tips minimum. It is not that expensive relative to how great the steak comes out. Oh and talk about service. Every time someone walked by our table, they poured me more water, regardless of who was the server. Sorry I said MEAT so many times, I just keep thinking of the high protein and iron content and high satisfaction it gives me.
(5)
Holly G.
My boyfriend and I were going to see the Book of Mormon downtown at TPAC and decided to come to Stoney River before heading over there. We arrived pretty much just as they were opening (wanted to make sure we had enough time to eat and everything before the show) so there were only a couple other parties seated. I made it a point to remember our server's name, but now (a month later) I have forgotten. OF COURSE. Anyway, she was fabulous. Gave lots of good recommendations, checked back often, was very knowledgeable about the menu, and was just overall excellent. Service in general was great, the manager stopped by to check on us, and the people up front were nice as well. We ordered a couple drinks, but they weren't really anything remarkable, although they tasted pretty good. We ordered the Tenderloin Steak Rolls as an appetizer and they were excellent. The chimichurri sauce was a nice addition to it and really balanced it out well. For my entree, I went with the prime rib. I had never had it before and I was waiting to go to a decent steakhouse before trying it. And it was great. Super tender, cooked to perfection, and seasoned well. The waitress recommended the au gratin potatoes as my side, and they certainly did not disappoint. Super cheesy and creamy and just freaking delicious. This place is definitely pricier than some of the other steakhouses in the area (about $120 after tip for the two of us - granted, the drinks definitely inflated that) but it is absolutely worth it. The food is amazing, the service is well above average, and the atmosphere is great. More romantic feeling, although I would be fine coming here with friends too, so definitely laid back and not stuffy at all. I would definitely recommend, and plan to come back here again!
(5)
Alexis B.
Probably one of the better steak houses in Nashville. I was visiting, but my family here loves this restaurant. The coffee cured filet is a unique blend of flavors, something to try. They have a great selection of steaks, and various other options, with a plethora of sides. Alongside a quaint atmosphere inside and a great selection of appetizers and desserts. Only downside is they seem to always sit my family in the farthest table in the back next to the noisy kitchen. Not sure if this is because they don't like us... Or we book through open table, but it is hard to hear here. Also had some questionable experiences with the wait staff, whether they not know how to cork a wine or are brand new. For a upper end steakhouse, you'd think they would have this figured out.
(4)
Gia D.
Ambience was great. I was with a big group, wine kept flowing. Food was good.
(4)
Mac L.
Talk about classy! We went here before a play at TPAC and spent a lot of money, but it was well worth every penny. The food and service, atmosphere were all A++++
(5)
Jason K.
What a pleasant surprise. The steaks here occupy a caste somewhere between a place like Morton's and a place like Longhorn. While the steaks definitely don't taste prime and dry-aged, but they are at least choice. As such, prices occupy the middle ground between Morton's and Longhorn. We were shocked at how elegant and beautiful the restaurant was...we had brought our three year old and were in shorts. Meanwhile, the setting was every bit the equal of any Morton's or Ruth's Chris we had ever been. But we were put at ease by the warm and gracious welcome we received, and by the wonderfully friendly and efficient server. The prime rib was perfectly done and meltingly tender, sides were delicious. I would forego the crab cakes, however...coming from Maryland, they didn't pass muster. Overall, what a wonderful experience. The topper was that the cost was relatively moderate as well. Not bad for a chain owned by O'Charlie's of all companies.
(5)
Enjoli G.
Amazing service, very attentive servers and excellent ambience. I will definitely be back. The lime chicken was perfectly cooked. I can't wait to go back and try the deviled eggs appetizer.
(5)
Julie K.
Always a great experience. I tried the deviled eggs so good! I also got French onion soup. Delicious. Waiting on our steaks now. Can't wait. I got the filet medallion s and lobster .
(5)
William K.
FINALLY! Perfect from Valet to Dessert! Sunday Brunch is simply outstanding! The service is impeccable. Every detail is covered at this restaurant....and the food!!! The Steak Rolls are a "must" as a starter. You will not go wrong when dining alone, with family, or entertaining out of town guests.
(5)
Tom C.
Now I'm just a country boy from Kentucky so don't count on me to be the expert critic, but I have to say that the coffee cured filet was one of the best I've ever had. You've ruined it if you order it anything more than medium rare. Melt in your mouth good. Pretty swanky place but they were very nice & friendly. Prices are what you would expect from a steak house but well worth the money
(5)
Grant C.
You get what you pay for. For me, this is an expensive restaurant. I didn't order any appetizers or any beer. The service: exemplary! The waiter was cordial and well spoken. He was a champ. The food was awesome. I had the Scottish salmon - which I thought it was interesteing they offered Szechuan sauce on the Scottish salmon. In any case, the salmon was grilled perfectly. I don't know what combination of spices they put on it, but I am pretty sure that was the best salmon I ever had (and I like Demos' salmon a lot). My wife ordered steak and potatoes au gratin. Both were completed to perfection. I tried her potatoes au gratin and my mom (who can cook), doesn't make homemade potatoes au gratin that good. I didn't try the steak because I was trying to finish my salmon. Whether or not you eat here all depends on your willingness to spend the money. The cost is the only negative. Then again, you get what you pay for.
(5)
Jeff C.
First time to visit in a number of years. The atmosphere is great-love the lighting and the colors. A little loud-it sounded at times like someone was throwing buckets of silverware around in the kitchen-for fun. Service was great. The bread was great, as others have reported. We had spinach dip, which was good. Lobster bisque was nice, but very spicy. I like bisque, and I like spicy, but this seemed a bit much. Ceasar salad was a little on the creamy side, and lacking any distinctive taste. Filet with blue cheese was outstanding-but cooked rare rather than medium, and hard to detect in the light-asparagus was good, creme brulee was outstanding. All of the food was a little pricey. The spritzer drink on the drink special was neat. The Grayson Chardonnay tasted...not quite like feline urine but with a flat, oil paint aftertaste. A few random observations; it bothers me that a place like this has a crowd so similar to Applebees. Grown men wear flip flops, shorts and baseball caps. Old women cackle and shriek as if they were playing bingo. Would white tablecloths and a quieter kitchen help the decorum? I don't know. This is not the Franklin I grew up in, for sure.
(4)
Piper P.
My brother in law and I needed to have a family meeting tonight. We decided a good steak and drinks were in order. We got what we were seeking. I had a Hendricks dirty martini with blue cheese stuffed olives. Could have been the meal all by itself. Wonderfully delicious. For my entree I ordered the filet medallion trio. Tiny filets, one with horseradish, one with blue cheese and one with bernaise sauce. Each was to die for in it's own right. Our wait staff was simply adorable. They let us shut the place down. Every time I go, I wonder why I hadn't been back sooner.
(5)
Debbie S.
Absolutely amazing food and excellent service. 5 of us ate and we would order everything again. French Onion Soup, Kale Salad, Coffee Crusted Cured Filet, Agratin Potatoes, Twice Baked Potato Casserole, Prime Rib Sandwich, and Ahi Tuna Roll...huge portions
(5)
Willie W.
Went for Sunday brunch Portions were large The food excellent The service was on point
(4)
Aurelius M.
Nice elegant steakhouse tucked in the outskirts of downtown Nashville. I had the crab cake and salad for appetizers and the coffee steak with scalloped potatoes. The food did not disappoint. Everything was done so well. The downside were the drinks. I ordered a Sazerac and they gave me a house whiskey on the rocks. I told them they had my drink wrong. I told the bartender what I wanted and she seemed confused. Later they told me she googled Sazerac to make the drink. Oh hells no! I didn't mind she googled it but I knew it was going to be a poor attempt to make a good Sazerac. Once I tried the drink I was right. It was this weird mixture of whiskey and bitters. I said nothing and drank my drink like a man. I chugged it! I then ordered just a vodka tonic. The drink was all vodka. I guess the bartender felt like she was doing me a favor and giving me a stiff drink for her last error. I guess it was my fault for trying to order a classy drink at a steakhouse.
(3)
Anita R.
Perfect evening out for my husband's birthday. The service was excellent from start to finish. The valet ,the hostess the whole wait staff and a visit from the manager. Excellent team work creating the right mix of presence and absence.Everyone was very pleasant and polite. Rare to see such a well trained staff and it was appreciated. The ambience is casual enough with the right amount of class. The lighting was spot on. The tables were lit on the eating area with the correct amount of light to see your party and the food while creating an environment that felt intimate as the lighting faded between tables. Loved the light fixtures. Food was excellent. The rolls were served piping hot and mixed with the sweet butter just melted in my mouth. Addictive.We started out with the deviled egg appetizer. The sweet and salty flavors blended nicely and presentation was a bonus. We both had the NY strip and they were cooked to order right to the perfect medium. Nice consistant flavor throughout. They offered a nice range of side dishes with unique flavors that complimented our steaks well. We finished dinner off with a delicious pecan crust key lime pie that mirrors some of the best I've had and I have had a lot of key lime pie. All in all a great experience on all accounts. Great value ,well priced.Wonderful night out. I would recommend without hesitation.
(5)
Mark T.
This may be my absolute favorite restaurant of them all! Had dinner there again last evening with two good friends. The entire experience was flawless. From the valet service, to being greeted when I walked in the door, to attentive bar service, the food, and our server, ALL world class. The GM, Anthony Flemons, runs a first class operation, with extremely talented employees. Our server, Rachel, is as good as it gets. Excellent wine list. The steaks were out of this world, prepared perfectly, salads and sides left no room for improvement, and the dessert was incredible. If you like Morton's, The Palm, Fleming's, or Ruth's Chris, give Stoney River on West End a try. It blows them all away!
(5)
Jeremy K.
Took my girlfriend here for her birthday. Impeccable service, fantastic atmosphere and the food was to die for. Definitely coming back!!
(5)
Pam S.
My husband and I came here with a friend's daughter who attends Vanderbilt. Rachael was our server and very sweet! My issue with this restaurant is they need to work on the timing. We shared a shrimp cocktail and before we finished it she scooped up our appetizer plates and whisked them away. Reason: she had our salads ready and wanted to get them out. I loved my kale salad, but felt I needed to inhale it as she had our steaks out before I was only halfway through enjoying my salad! Also, many of the reviewers raved about the coffee-rubbed filet so I got sucked in. Wish I had ordered something else-- yes, it was very tender, but all filets should be tender. I like my steaks to taste like steak, not coffee. Maybe it's a NY thing. With so many steakhouses in Nashville I probably would not come back to this one.
(3)
Snarky S.
OMG. The service excellent and runs like a well oiled show. The cast and costumes are amazing. From the valet on, everyone was pleasant and kind. The food...Oh the food. I was there for a meeting in a glass room. Offered the choice of steak, lime chicken or salmon and had the server pick for me. The salmon was amazing. Perfect. The veggies were served on the side for the table. So smart. The only thing I can offer an opinion for improvement is the sound in the meeting room. The space was full and it was hard to hear the Q&A portion. A mic would have helped. Not sure if this was the venue or the event planners place to insure the sound would be set up. I believe in paying for great food so I look forward to saving up and coming back!
(5)
Adam V.
Stoney River always does a fantastic job when I visit. For this location, I am usually there for a work-related dinner and they never disappoint. Last night was a dinner for some of the bankers I work with at a regional bank. I am on the investment end and we had one of our mutual fund providers pick up the tab and explain one of the funds we use. It was an opportunity to hang out outside of the office, to teach a bit, and to have a great meal. We were given the little room just inside the entrance and it fit our needs perfectly. The management and waitress were very attentive to the music and temperature of the room. It was about 10 degrees outside, but they cranked the heat to make sure that we were comfortable. From the very start, our waitress was completely engaged and attentive. She was Johnny-on-the-spot with the drinks and whipped around the room at a crazy pace to keep everyone happy. Furthermore, she managed to do a great job delivering courses and removing plates while not interrupting the speaker. The food was great. I had the filet oscar and it was cooked perfectly. My boss had a steak come out that was under-cooked (he's one of those folks that over-cooks meat--the proper temp is always medium rare). However, they made sure that it was cooked (burned) to his liking and corrected the issue. We all split a chocolate cake and a cheesecake. Both were fantastic. Stoney River delivered again for us. They are great to work with and have wonderful food and service.
(5)
Sharon S.
We went for my birthday dinner and everything was absolutely divine!! We will definitely be back. The coffee cured filet is cook to perfection, full of flavor and melts in your mouth!!
(5)
Austin C.
Legendary steaks? That's being a little dramatic. I guess"Stoney River Decent Steaks" doesn't sound very sexy either. We went for new years eve b/c it's close to the house. The first think I noticed was how unsure our waiter was. I'm not sure if he was new or just not competent, but it took him 10 minutes to show up and take our drink orders and then another 10 minutes to get our drinks. The rest of the night seemed like pulling teeth to get service. We got a wedge salad and crab cake for appetizers which were both pretty good. The steaks were absolutely average. Overall it was a pretty uninspiring dinner. I think that if I'm going to choose a chain steak restaurant near my house from now on it will be Fleming's.
(2)
Adam J.
I've gotta start eating steaks outside of Chicago more often. I was passing through while driving to Miami and had the urge to have a steak. This place came up on Yelp and decided to give it a shot as I've never been to Nashville before. I sat at the bar and had outstanding service on a busy Friday night. 12oz filet was cooked perfectly and came with a giant loaded baked potato for $35. I'm used to paying 30% more for similar It's not the best steak I've ever had, but it was definitely competitive. I definitely recommend
(4)
David K.
Just another chain restaurant trying to pass for authenticity. Food is okay, but with a boring, ho-hum type atmosphere that is more like O'Charley's. Absolutely forgettable, nothing unique or special here.
(1)
Teresa S.
We arrived early for our reservation. They seated us at a table in the bar area that was dark. It was so loud that we couldn't hear each other. I asked for another table and they moved us to the other side of the bar. It was better - with lighting and a little less loud. We ordered food at 6:40p and didn't get our dinners to table until 7:30p, which was after I asked if our order had been lost. There were plenty of open tables... It wasn't a packed house. And the bar area was so loud. Yet they sat a family of six... With the youngest being 14 today ... In the loud bar area twice and took 90 minutes to serve us. I will not return to Stoney River.
(1)
Dewey B.
The service was very good, the food was perfect and the selection was both creative and complete. We had cocktails and an appetizer before the meal and they were very good. The specials offered were interesting and we had one as an appetizer and one as a main entree. The price was reasonable for this type of restaurant, but would be considered up-scale.
(5)
William S.
Family went for first time on Father's Day and mother's birthday. I found service to be very attentive and food was excellent. The portions are reasonable size. One thing to remember though is that this is a steakhouse. My daughter ordered crab cake and she felt it tasted like it had been frozen.. I feel the background music volume is too loud and the lighting is a little too dark for my taste. Although it may be intended for mood setting, it becomes difficult to read smaller print on menu. Watch out, the calculated tip amounts on the check are based on after-tax amount and not pre-tax.
(3)
Kim B.
I went to Stoney River with recommendation of family members as a group. Lighting was a little low kinda hard to read the menu but the waitress quickly brought a candle. The food we ordered was just Fantastic, My french onion soup was Yum yum, the ribeye steak was cooked to perfection others at our table had their delicious meatloaf that was the darn best meat loaf ever. I heard their lobster bisque was the best in town. The servers were top notch, defiantly have it down. Was a Great meal , Great atmosphere, Great people, Great drinks. The only think I wished , is that they had one near my house where I live, When I visit Nashville again I will be back.
(5)
Kevin S.
We had dinner last night, Sunday, 22 Feb, at the West End location. It was an outstanding evening. The reservations were perfect, our waitress was great and the food was wonderful. We will tell everyone about Stoney River. Thank you so much for making our anniversary celebration one to remember.
(5)
Art T.
I had the special. Asked for the tips to be medium rare, which they assured me they could do. They came out medium well, which isn't really in the same ballpark. Actually, they were a range from medium to well, with the majority falling in the middle, but it was still surprising. Sides were fine, had the mac-n-cheese, which was outstanding. Friend got the spinach, which was as good as I remember from another location. For a chain, though, I'm a little disappointed they were as underwhelming on the steak front, though. Service was okay... but nothing to rave about. Far too dark to see the meal, too. I'm all for ambiance, but near-darkness is not appealing or attractive. Or helpful to those who eat with their eyes. Maybe that's why the lights were so dim.
This was a delight. The bread/donuts they bring you before the meal could suffice as desert in my book. I also recommend the white chocolate cheesecake for desert. It's to die for.
(5)
James D.
Thanks to Emily for making our dining experience on two occasions so enjoyable. The wine pairings and recommendations from appetizers to desert were on point. Being new to the area we wanted to find a place with great food and a warm staff and so far Stoney River has delivered. We will continue to request for Emily, she's a true professional. Looking forward to my next steak!
Every time I come back to Stoney River on West End I am reminded of how well I like this place. The service is absolutely outstanding and your every want is catered to. This last time I have the Prime Rib medium rare and my lady friend had the filet Oscar. The prime rib was so tender I used my butter knife to cut it.. the right..my butter knife. We had the Spinach Artichoke dip to start and the creme brulee to finsh.. absolutely wonderful once again.
(5)
Josh M.
We love Stoney River for the best steak in town, but were excited to try their bunch menu. It did not disappoint. Everything was very good from the service to the food. The steak was obviously the best, steak burger was fantastic as well. We will return to get the waffles with wild cherry sauce. Salmon and the french onion soup were good, not great. The salad was overdressed. Great atmosphere for brunch and we will make it back for both brunch and dinner.
(5)
Craig Z.
Service was great. Food was outstanding. The coffee cured filet is probably the best steak I've ever had (and Texas has great steak). Steak was cooked to perfection and you could cut it with a butter knife. The lobster bisque was creamy and delicious. This place is well worth it. Not to miss!
(5)
Gaylor C.
Awesome restaurant The best steakhouse in Nashville
(5)
Kristy B.
Just had a great dinner here. The salad and apps were fantastic, really enjoyed the shrimp dish. And then the filet was phenomenal. Very chic decor and very open feeling. Killer martinis too! Well priced and great food, we will be back next week for sure, a good alternative to brick tops when on west end.
(4)
Debbie R.
A girlfriend and I were having a girls weekend in Nashville and when asked where to go we were told about this place. The food was FABULOUS, service beyond INCREDIBLE, and Anthony the GM was a true gentleman. Would recommend this place to anyone.
My wife and I and 2 other couples went to brunch last Sunday, and boy was it super. Service was terrific, the folld was plentiful and tasted greated and the drinks were well made. We split the french toast which was perfect for each of us as you get 4 big pieces in a serving. They let us taste several things before ordering which was nice and thoughtful. Everyone at the table enjoyed the food immensely. And the bartender knew how to make every drink we asked for. May be a little pricey but I was happy with the quality, so we will definitely go back.
(5)
S C.
I dine at this Stoney River at least once weekly and have for a number of months. If it's Monday around 7PM, you'll find me eating at the bar. I have consistently been extremely happy with the staff, service and food. I have a job that makes me a "road warrior" and over the last twenty years I bet I've eaten in thousands of restaurants. So trust me: if I don't get at least "very good" food and service twice I never return. This Stoney River I'll be coming back to for as long as I am working in the Nashville area. Steaks are properly prepared, although like most superior restaurants their "doneness gauge" is pretty exact - "rare" means cool in the middle and "medium rare" is still quite red. Folks, "a little pink" is medium well, not medium rare, so be prepared. Check out this chart to see an example of what a "good restaurant" uses as their standard: miamiwineguide.com/wp-co… I prefer mine "Pittsburgh-style medium rare" - charred on the outside and just-warm red center, which they do perfectly, time after time. The shrimp cocktail - with a side of wasabi! - is my own "signature appetizer" and is delicious, the cool shrimp, sweet ketchup and pungent wasabi teaming up to awaken and satisfy brilliantly. The bread - little spherical bites of sweet goodness - is simply amazing. Every last thing I've had has been at least "very good", but most are excellent. Desserts are large, shareable and top-notch. My fave: the Key Lime pie; sweet, tart, nut-crusted goodness! BTW, if the bar is busy it's loud there. People actually talk! The restaurant is less so. Come join me one night. But no flip-flops, OK? That's just so nasty.
(5)
Nathan G.
I wish I could simply review the taste of the food, which was delicious, however the entire dining experience involves the service, the timing & accuracy of the order as well as the atmosphere. Two of the four steak orders came back to our table incorrectly prepared. The wait time for the initial order was at least 35 minutes. The wait time for the corrected order was another 25 minutes - that's 60 minutes that two people in our party had to wait for their food. And the server made no attempt to alter the bill due to the kitchen's mistakes. Although the food was good, the overall experience was less than satisfactory.
(2)
Mark K.
I went to Stoney river last Friday night on a date. I got the Stoney river legendary fillet. It was delicious. She had the trout. I topped it off with the cheesecake and a decaf coffee. She had the chocolate cake. Everything about our meal was excellent. Logan was our waiter and he was hilarious. Best service I've had in awhile. ONE COMPLAINT: the hostess that seated us, I believe her name was rachel, was incredibly rude to us. She kept texting on her phone when I would ask about how long the wait was. When I asked for the second time (it had been awhile) she basically snarled at me as if I was inconveniencing her in some way. I loved the food. Our waiter was great. But I won't be retiring to Stoney River ever again because of that bitch, rachel.
(1)
Jonathan W.
Absolutely amazing! Having been to a handful of high-end steak restaurants, I believe I can write this review with some confidence. My wife and I were in Nashville for a wedding and decided to spend this evening on an early anniversary date night. Since higher-end steakhouses have been our anniversary tradition we researched the options and chose Stoney River. We were not mistaken. The service was exceptional and the food was absolutely mind blowing. To start, we were seated within 5 minutes even though we were there 30 minutes before our reservation. Our server was courteous and prompt the entire time. We started with a martini and jack/coke which were a bit on the strong side but I'd prefer strong if I am going to pay a lot for them. Next we were served this small poppy seed rolls that were phenomenal. The honey butter they were served with put them over the edge! For an app we had the tomatoes and mozzarella with haystack onions....blew us away. That is our favorite dish at home and when eating out and it was the BEST we have ever had. Absolutely amazing. Dinner was a 14oz Strip for my wife and a 14oz Ribeye for me. Her side was mashed potatoes with caramelized onions on top. My side was cinnamon mashed sweet potatoes. I have to tell you, as a big time fan of steak and sweet potatoes, this place put my favorite steak restaurant (Del Frisco's Double Eagle) on notice. I was completely amazed at the flavors, perfect preparation, and overall taste of this meal. Dessert was Creme Brulee which, once again, surpassed our expectations by miles. Very delicious. Overall, one of the BEST meals we have eaten out and most definitely tied for top place on our list of higher-end steakhouses. Well done! I highly recommend Stoney River to anyone looking for quality service, food, and an outstanding experience!
(5)
Rachel P.
Place was awesome! Great service, and food. Had the shrimp on Texas toast as an appetizer and man oh man was it tasty! Steaks were all cooked to perfection,side dishes enormous and deserts were the same. We enjoyed all the help from the servers and hostess on where to visit in Nashville and just generally enjoyed our experience! Would very much recommend this restaurant as it's wonderful. Oh yeah the blueberry lemon drop mojito was soooo refreshing and delish!
(5)
Kenny C.
Very good enjoy every course
(5)
Ann B.
I review restaurants on a daily basis --- this is by far one of the tastiest meals I've had in a long long time. I don't eat red meat but the filet was delicious; the garlic mashed were creamy; the burgundy mushrooms were delightfully seasoned, the white chocolate cheesecake was out of this world --- I will be back and bring more friends and tell everyone who cares to listen--- the reviews here are true and well deserved --- awesome food --- professional--timely---attentive---courteous---Âfriendly but never in the way --- friendly but never lingering too long--- wow just terrific service -- a FOH manager even stopped by early on to chat with us, easy to see she also stopped at other tables as well --- excellent place for a date or even an after work relaxing dinner-- excellent --- will definitely be back !!! Lots of yummy food even a little left over to take home for boyfriend ;-)
(5)
Becky M.
This was a place chosen for my husband's work dinner. We drove from 90 minutes away to meet everyone. Along the way, we read the Yelp reviews and checked out their menu online. I must say, the great reviews were consistent with our visit. We did not have to call in management for anything. Expect free valet parking on a Friday night. Expect on time seating when a reservation is made. Service was very good. The food was excellent (but not huge portions). Foods I ate and sampled: lobster bisque (great), crunchy ahi tuna roll (outstanding), seared and blackened ahi tuna (tasty, small portion for $23.99, not a steak but more like the appetizer portion without the crunch), asparagus ($5.99 sides but came with my meal, blanched asparagus, no frills), burgundy mushrooms ((came with my meal, tasted great, no frills), creme brulee (great), blondie (excellent), key lime pie (great), and the house cabernet (outstanding).
(4)
Sarah M.
I want to love Stoney River... The rolls are amazing, button mushrooms are incredible, service is usually good... But every time we eat here, the steak is always brought out way too under-cooked. And every time, the server claims it's because the kitchen wants to meet your request perfectly. Therefore, you cut into a super rare steak, have to send it back, and sit there and wait. That means your food is handled twice the amount it should be, and everything else gets cold. Is it too much to ask that a steakhouse bring out my steak the way I ordered it (which is always med-rare)? No. I don't get it. I have never had this problem elsewhere, but it has happened every single time we eat at Stoney River. It kind of blows my mind. We just stopped going after every experience ended up being the same as the last. For the perfect steak, try Kayne Prime.
(2)
Judy W.
Very disappointed in my meal overall, but I will say the filet medallions were prepared very nicely! My biggest complaint is that everything except the beef was over-seasoned. Didn't care for the Whiskey Shrimp on County Toast at all...very fishy!Bread was good. The tempura lobster tail had too much breading and was over seasoned as well. The augratin potatoes should have been called "black-peppered potatoes"...and I love pepper so for me to say that...is a big deal. Oh well...my suggestion is to stick with the beef and I tried the creamed spinach that a friend ordered...it was very good!
(3)
Tim M.
Usually I go to Stoney River for dinner, and I don't normally review chain restaurants but this visit warranted a review. Went for lunch on a quiet Sunday. Decide to have that day's special - prime rib sandwich with steak fries and a small salt on that. After 2 bites into the prime rib sandwich, the manager and waitress happen to pass by and ask how our service was. I candidly explained that I thought the prime rib would not be cooked so well done. Right there on the spot, the manager and waitress offered me my 2nd choice - 5 oz Sirloin Steak Salad. This one hit the spot - steak was tender and cooked just barely medium so that it would not be too hot & hard to accompany the salad. Our waitress, Molly, is the best thing working for this Stoney River. If customer service needs an icon, she is it - keeping customers satisfied, water glass filled, fast service.
(4)
Tracy F.
My fiance and I treated a good friend to dinner at Stoney River after an early event at Vanderbilt. We'd never tried the restaurant before and had heard good things about the quality of the steaks and the overall experience, so we thought, "why not tonight?" We were quite happy with our entire meal, from start to finish! We began with the house rolls, which are more like savory donuts served with flavored butter. Very delicious. We then shared the Whiskey Shrimp appetizer, which was our least favorite course of the night. The shrimp was a bit undercooked and the sauce was nothing special. My fiance and I each ordered a salad, him ordering a Caesar and I the House. We both agreed that the Caesar dressing was delicious, but the quality and freshness of my House salad was the better of the two. Next came our entrees. I ordered the blackened grouper, with sides of haircot vers and button mushrooms--I couldn't have been happier with my choices! The grouper was seasoned well and cooked perfectly. My fiance ordered the largest of the filet choices with a loaded baked potato. While he enjoyed his steak, he wished the cut of the meat was a bit thinner so the flavoring of the crust was in every bite. Our friend ordered the crabcakes, an entree that isn't on the menu but was introduced to us by our waitress. He enjoyed the large serving and his side of au gratin potatoes, which are nicely seasoned with a pinch of nutmeg. Yum. We were too full to partake in dessert, but the chocolate chip and pecan blondie looked delicious, as did the cheesecake. Maybe next time. Our server was adorable and attentive, and was able to accomodate our needs quite nicely. We'd definitely return for a nice steak dinner sometime in the near future.
(4)
Jeannie G.
I'm shocked at some of the mediocre reviews on here. I couldn't imagine giving Stoney River anything less than five stars. And I don't hand those out to just anybody! We had a birthday dinner last night and from start to finish, everything was perfect. We ordered the Mahi sushi roll and spinach dip as appetizers. Both were really tasty! And the bread! What can I say? We are carb lovers and the bread was amazing. There were five of us and we ordered a variety of entrees -- prime rib, filets, one coffee-cured filet, and the "drunken" cowboy ribeye. I ordered the cabin filet with sweet potato casserole and a house salad. My entire meal was delicious. The house salad was great and an extremely generous portion size. I ordered my filet cooked medium and it was absolutely perfect. Very tender and lots of flavor. The rest of my family was equally impressed with their entrees. The "drunken cowboy" ribeye was recommended by our server and my brother-in-law said it was "life-changing". It was topped with shrimp and looked incredible! Our service was top-notch. Our waiter was extremely attentive, very friendly, and knowledgeable. The whole dining experience was five-star. I can't wait to return!
(5)
Michelle P.
The atmosphere here is always great. Our server was amazing and very attentive. I haven't been to this location in quite some time but we had a gift card to use. We were sat pretty fast so that was great. My husband ordered a burger that was amazing. I ordered a petite filet but when it came the butter on top wasn't melted. Hmmmm, a piping hot steak would surely have melted it, right? My steak was cooked Medium but had been grilled a little too long. It tasted a little burned. The highlight of my meal was giant one pound baked potato. It's never a disappointment in that. Id go back and maybe order seafood. Just wasn't feeling the steak.
(3)
Jessica C.
I was in Nashville for only 1 night and wanted to eat at a good steakhouse that would not break the bank. I came across this place and it was better than expected. The food was amazing the dessert to die for and the price reasonable. Loved it. Will go back for sure.
(4)
Kimberly A.
Average, if. Steak and sides were underwhelming. The server was great. The poppy popovers were the highlight. Probably won't be returning. Make my reservation for Sperry's or the Palm instead.
(2)
Phil J.
starting at the beginning, there is no parking on site, except for "free" valet parking. having had my car damaged more than once by valet parking, I park myself. Stoney River has no parking on their property except valet, so I had to park on the street. inside, the service was inconsistent. we ordered a martini with an olive, a margarita, and a glass of wine. the margarita never came, and the martini came without the olive. later my brother (who had the martini) ordered a glass of wine, and they brought him a cup of coffee. the wait person said she'd bring us some bread, it never came. towards the end of the meal, while some of us were still eating, the wait person starting boxing our food and I got the distinct impression that we were being rushed out so they could seat another customer. but generally the wait person was appropriately attentive, but with the mistakes which at a restaurant like this I would not expect. the food was good to very good, the chips and blue cheese was great, my steak with three sauces was very good, the house salad was mediocre, the white chocolate cherry cheesecake was great, the cherry sauce was not sweet which complemented the cheesecake perfectly, which was delicious. but the rather odd service detracted from the overall experience. the restaurant is very packed with tables, the person behind me and I kept hitting each other because the tables are so close together. I would go back, despite this.
(2)
Joe M.
Had a business meal hear last week. Really nice place. Loved the menu and the food. They were very helpful with my Gluten Free issues. The staff was great and I for sure will be back. My steak was cooked perfect. Everyone gave it a thumbs upu
(4)
Brandon C.
Quality has dropped greatly over our last 2 visits(been here at least 25 times). One of us always orders filets cooked medium. The last 2 times they have come back cold in the middle. Both times one of us has sent them back and they came back looking like hockey pucks(we are not at a preds game). Depending on what we ordered, either my wife or myself were finished eating by the time the puck was returned to us. Also by the time they get back, our sides are ice cold and one of us has already finished our meal.. We were offered a no charge on one of the two visits. Do not think we will be visiting again for a while. This was once our go to for a solid steak.
(2)
Emmy C.
We had brunch there today and the atmosphere, service and food were impeccable. Couldn't rave enough about it. We would come back to Nashville just to eat there. Eggs Benedict, Steak and biscuits, and the french toast were amazing. As was the coffee. Really enjoyed.
(5)
Eric B.
Big ups to Stoney River on West End. Went over there last night and had the best grilled Mahi I've had since I left the beach. The service was fantastic. The bar staff made the 45 minute wait seem like 10 minutes. I was also impressed with how visible the General Manager was. He hit every table with enthusiasm to make sure every guest was happy. The hostess staff was awesome and our server was top notch. There will be many future visits to this place!
(5)
Amber H.
Ended up here on a quiet Wednesday night before the 4th of July holiday. We were headed to JAlexanders buy were open to trying something new. First impression, not great. We were not impressed with the hostess who was training another hostess. She talked down to the girl, and after a few minutes wait took us to the table. Even with plenty of open tables, she was going to seat the two of us at a four top out in the open. She was visibly annoyed when we asked if we could switch to a smaller two person booth close by. So much so that she walked away with out leaving us any menus... Our waiter saved the day. He was helpful and friendly and appeared at just the right times. My husband and I split a wedge salad to start. Delicious bleu cheese dressing though I thought it was missing a few grape tomatoes to go with it. I ordered the 7oz Cabin Filet with horseradish topping. He went with a 12oz prime rib (what he always orders at steakhouses). While he said the prime rib was very good and comparable to what he orders at J's, my filet on the other hand was out of this world amazing. I ordered it medium (I'm pregnant) and it came out more on the medium rare side, but I didn't care....it was really so good. Probably the best I've ever had. We both chose the Carmelized shallot mashed potatoes which I thought were okay, a little on the dry side. I would choose a different side next time. The rolls were very yummy - almost donut like. I also saw a waiter walk by with a tray of cheesecake and I was sad we didn't have any room left, it looked great. The GM stopped by our table and was friendly and quick. All in all, between our great cuts of meat and great waiter, we have a new favorite!
(4)
Megan C.
Count me in for Happy Hour! Recently checked out Stoney River's happy hour with my lady friends and it was delicious, affordable, and so much fun! The bartenders introduce themselves to you and remember your name. The eats are tasty (I particularly enjoyed the salty of the blue cheese chips and the freshness of the Ahi Tuna Roll). The drink specials are excellent ($3 beers, $5 cocktails, $5 glasses of wine) and apps will run you $6-$7. And it's Monday through Friday (at the bar only) from 5-7. Probably one of the best Nashville happy hours I've visited. You bet I'll be back!
(5)
Catherine G.
The setting of the restaurant is quite romantic, and very pleasant. The service was great. There were three people in our party who all ordered different cuts of steak, and none of us felt the price paid equaled the quality. I had the strip steak and it was tough; unfortunate, as overall atmosphere is quite good.
(3)
Ryan B.
I came here with a suit and tie group a few Sundays ago and really enjoyed the prime rib sandwich. There are few things better for a man's soul than an expensive and delicious pile of sliced beef on soft bread and warm au jous. Wowzers. I was hoping for more from the parm fries, but they were good. Perhaps I just prefer them not so thick-cut. Can't wait to come back for date night some time.
(4)
Tim J.
This is the best Happy Hour deal in Nashville from 5pm - 7pm. Upscale and the food is great no matter what your level of expectation. I suggest the Tenderloin Beef Carpaccio for $6 and a glass of wine for $5 at the bar. Enjoy
(4)
Derek L.
Good steaks. Decent wine selection. Nice atmosphere. Nice and professional staff
(4)
Scott D.
Ordered the coffee cured filet, mashed sweet potato casserole, and asparagus - all were excellent. I normally order ribeye, but went with the signature coffee cured filet which was unique and delicious. I highly recommend it and you definitely cant go wrong with the sweet potatoes.. The bread was amazing and the cinnamon butter made my mouth water. Splurged for dessert - the Chocolate Fudge Blondie almost killed me, but only because it was so good I couldn't stop eating it. Great dinner, excellent service, and nice ambience. I will be back!!! Probably soon...
(5)
L. N. D.
The BEST damn HAPPY HOUR period!!!! The food and drinks are nothing shy of AMAZING!!! The manager Keith is a SUPER star, he's very pleasant and accommodating. He really make you feel at home. The Bartender wish I could remember her name is 2nd best (tall, sandy blonde, slim Caucasian lady). So, a few house rules: - HH hours of operation: 5p-7p; - you MUST sit at the bar( slight bummer because you partially have to get there at 4:30 to get a seat or fight someone for a seat because their "holding" for their late friend) - Martinis $5 bucks!!!!! Can't beat that AND there delicious A few suggestions: Mountain of Blue Chips, the saltiness of the chips and that distinguished Blue Cheese favor makes a perfect melted marriage (makes you want to lick your plate but then you realize you're not at home) - Bacon Cheese Burger with Parmesan steak fries ( $1 more than the reg. price of $6 but WELL worth it); this burger is well cooked and seasoned. It comes with lettuce and tomato with condiments on the side. I've never had a top notch burger with bacon AND cheese with fries for $7 bucks - Lemon Drop Martini (don't sleep on Lemon, I use too because I don't like anything lemon, MY FAVORITE drink now) and the sugar filled rim makes it even more delectable. - have to ask for the rolls with extra butter, make sure there HOT and fresh - Whiskey Shrimp is okay, not really a must. Lets just say TGIF has better Jack Daniel shrimp items.. Sorry SR( Stoney River) In closing, you will not be let down...You'll be full and slightly hazed by 7:30p and won't feel bad for calling it an early night. In case you Valet, Calvin S. is the BEST!!!
(5)
Catie V.
GO HERE if *you* desire to have a transcendental experience by eating one of the many fine steaks. This place is dimly lit, elegant, classy, and the food is phenomenal. This ain't your regular old steakhouse, since each steak is prepared and seasoned a different way in order to enhance the taste and texture. I ordered a 7oz medium rare filet with a horseradish crust. It was perfect. From the way it was cooked to the way it tasted. The horseradish crust is milder than what one may initially think, so if anyone out there thinks this will clear their sinuses, they are wrong. It's extremely complementary to the savory taste of the meat, and I greatly recommend to pair this with any steak. The filet came with a side, so I ordered mashed sweet potato. It kind of looked like baby food in terms of consistency, but tasted like the best damn thing I have ever had. Baby food of the Greek gods, if you will, straight out of Hera's bodacious bosom. Our waitress was very nice, helpful, and knew the menu very well. This place is a bit pricey but so worth it, and the cuts are bigger in terms of ounces compared to other steakhouse chain restaurants. (which there are ten of these babies in states, score!)
(5)
Christos T.
A good All American Steak House. Not really a bad thing to say, not really a unique thing to bring me back
(3)
Nickie G.
So I love getting invited to company sponsored dinners - especially when it is at a place I haven't been yet. And THAT is how I ended up at Stoney River. First off, we were seated in a private room, so if you have a need to dine privately with 20ish of your best friends you can. I had a salad to start that was dressed with balsalmic vinaigrette and thought it was pretty tasty. For the steak I had the filet cooked medium rare along with sides for the table - mashed potatoes, mushrooms, etc. Everything I tried was ok but for some reason it just wasn't blow your mind awesome. The steak was cooked medium rare as I asked, but it was lacking something....like really good flavor. It was overwhelmingly meeeeh. But, on the bright side, the wine was good and the company was paying! And the service was efficient, even with a large group. So at the end they brought out the chocolate ganache cake packed up for you to take home for dessert. What in the hell is up with this piece of cake? Think of a takeout container that is square and foam and about 2 inches deep. Now think of that entire thing filled with an enormous piece of chocolate cake that filled it completely full. This was a cake that 5 normal people could eat and be full. Or maybe one huge giant football player. Anyway, that is NOT a reasonable slice of cake for any human being - no wonder everyone is so fat. But whatever, I took it home and ate on it for DAYS and it was fucking delicious. The icing was smooth, rich chocolate and the cake was moist. Between me and my brother, it took a week to polish off that entire piece of cake. Anyway, Stoney River was ok. I would go back if someone asked but I'm still on the hunt for the best Nashville steak....and it just really isn't here.
(3)
Rod B.
When I arrived I was informed of the 30min wait. To be expected on a Saturday night. I requested a booth in the bar area. After a 40min wait i was seated in the main area. I was told there wasn't a server at the booth in the bar which had been vacant for 15min. This wouldn't have been a problem if the couple in front of us weren't seated next to it. Not to mention the family on the other side of it. After speaking to the manager he not only promptly moved us to the requested table but he provided us with an appetizer and continued to check on us throughout the meal. Food was exceptional minus the creme brulee. Over all good experience. Tip try the coffee filet w/blue cheese and bacon butter
(4)
Jennifer B.
Last night we decided to have an impromptu date night and ended up at Stoney River. Typically we are not much of "steak people" but we had a wild hair and it was awesome. We paired our meal with a bottle of Meiomi Bella Gloss Pinot Noir and started with a wedge salad and lobster bisque soup. We both decided on the filet. I had mine topped with blue cheese and his was encrusted with horseradish. His was amazing and cooked perfectly. I ended up scrapping off my topping bc it was extremely overpowering but nothing was wrong with it. Our server, Amber, (I think that was her name) was awesome. She recommended the mashed potatoes with caramelized onions. So great!!! We ended up getting a side of the hericot vert. Last but not least was our white chocolate black cherry cheesecake. Need I say that we left stuffed and miserable. Food coma and a good nights sleep were soon followed. We can't wait to go back.
(5)
BethAnn S.
You have to love a good southern steak house that is under the delusion that donuts are 'rolls'. Stoney River is the perfect blend of good enough wine, good steak and great service to make it a NashVegas gem. I'd particularly recommend hitting them up for low cost lunches ($15) where the steak salad shines. As for the rolls/donuts, let's not kid ourselves....when you deep fry bread, it's called a donut. Damn fine one at that so don't miss their rolls. For those in a committed relationship or not going to be getting lucky, go with the garlic truffle fries as a killer side. Basking in their crunchy yumminess will enable you to see the face of God. And then he will tell you to brush your teeth because you stink 'o garlic.
(4)
Sherri W.
This is my absolutely favorite restaurant! Their coffee cured filet is AMAZING! I have never been that the steak was not melt in your mouth delicious and the service exceptional. I've been to more expensive steak places but never had a steak that I thought was better than the coffee filet. I always look forward to being treated to dinner at Stoney River!
(5)
Ted A.
Great Svc and terrific reliable food. We come here frequently when we are eating with friends, colleagues and family - we are never disappointed. I have seen these folks handle 30 people as well as just when its my wife and I. I highly suggest adding this to your dinner rotation when in town - it is notches above a chain steak house, has a great wine list and although they ambiance could use an adjustment, it is clean and the steaks rival any around.
(4)
James G.
We had a wonderful time at Stoney River! Great food, nice atmosphere, and first class service at reasonable prices for a steakhouse. I ordered the filet mignon cured in coffee, brown sugar, and molasses. Amazing! Meat cooked in coffee doesn't taste like coffee at all. It just has a juicy, smoky flavor. Very tasty! Our service was also exceptional. I am painfully allergic to onions and so many steak restaurants mess up and season my order with onions after I ask the server to note my allergy. But at Stoney River, the server was helpful and made sure nothing I ordered would be a problem. He even brought me out a free cappuccino with dessert. Very thoughtful! We were all very pleased with our experience and will be back again. Thank you Stoney River! A job well done.
(5)
Derek E.
My wife and I had a great dinner and good time tonight. Upscale steakhouses like this are sometimes stuffy, but the atmosphere here was fairly comfortable. The beer selection is greatly lacking. Nice wine list. We both had steaks. They were not the best I've ever had but better than most. Side dishes and salads were also above average. I can't afford to come here often, but will keep it in mind for a future celebration or special occasion.
(4)
Steven R S.
Coffee cured filet is the best.
(4)
David O.
The lesser of the two Stoney Rivers, but by no means bad. This location is unique in that it started a Lunch Menu. No doubt because of its proximity to Vanderbilt University. The service is always excellent, but the location suffers from two minor drawbacks. Because the lot is so small (Formerly a "Rio Bravo" Restaurant ) its Valet only. Its "Free", but I always feel like I have to tip them. It also feels smaller and more closed in than its other location. Of course, if you are looking for something with a cozy feel, you are going to be fully satisfied. If you are looking for a steak dinner in the West End area, you can't go wrong to try Stoney River.
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Tate B.
I sat at the bar to eat during my most recent business trip to Nashville. The ambience of the restaurant was great: busy, comfortable, and lowly lit. It was relaxing. The bar was nice with granite countertops and the bar tenders were very friendly (Nick & Melissa, if I recall correctly). I had the Ribeye which was cooked the way I wanted and it was very good and priced fairly at $26. I will go back.
(5)
Steve N.
I went here for my first anniversary. I got one of the best bone in ribeye's I've ever had. My wife loved the ribs. The house salad was amazing. I also loved the bread and cinnamon butter. The second time I came the ribeye was just average.
(4)
Simply S.
I have never ever sat down at a restaurant and within 10 min got my stuff and walked out .. however that is what I had to do here. There was a small 25 min wait when we arrived. Before waiting all that time to find out I can't eat anything (I must have Gluten Free) I asked the man at the host/hostess stand if they had a GF menu. He said no we don't have a menu be we can certainly accommodate your GF needs. I said .. accommodate fully or just offer a few things. He told me that they would be able to fully accommodate for sure, but that they just didn't have a menu. We sat down. I wasn't surprised, but our server had no CLUE what gluten was. I totally understand that. They don't have a GF menu so I didn't expect him to understand. I simply explained that the chef would understand and to just ask which salad dressings I could have. He immediately said told me he didn't' need to ask .. that he knew that they all had milk. Umm, milk is dairy. Not gluten. I then asked about something else. He told me. No, that has SOY. Umm, soy is soy. Not gluten. JUST GO ASK THE CHEF, ha. Very frustrated, I finally just asked to speak with the man that I had talked to at the door. The one that told me that I could eat there. I thought it was just a host, but come to find out .. he was a manager. That should be reassuring, right? He would explain to the waiter they can make foods GF and I'd be able to eat, right?! WRONG!!!! The manager apparently had lied to me. He told me that I could have plain steak and a wedge salad with oil. No side items. So .. let me get this clear ... that is being able to fully accommodate? A wedge of lettuce and piece of meat?!?! No thanks!!!!! oh and if you do go .. they have no parking. It's pretty much all valet. So on top of all the above ... we went, waited, left hungry and still had to tip the valet (not his fault). Not a cute day at all!
(1)
Steph H.
Truth telling time again: hamburgers are totally the reason why I could never hack it as a vegetarian. If you feel similarly, then get yourself to Stoney River. These may be fighting words, but here they are: Stoney River makes the best burger in Nashville. Although Stoney River is a steakhouse, my husband and I have only ever had the steak here once. It was REALLY good, but it's pricey. It's far more wallet friendly to come for the $12 burgers, which yes, may still seem a bit dear for a burger, but it's SO worth it. One bite and you'll be pulling the whole "When Harry Met Sally" orgasm scene, only without the faking! You can get a bacon cheese burger, or my personal favorite, the caramelized onion w/ swiss burger. So rich and decadent, I can only ever eat half. Best of all, this place knows how to cook their meat so if you ask for your burger medium rare, you can guarantee that that's what you'll get. Also awesome is that the burgers come with parmesan truffle fries that are amazing. Lots of places claim to have "truffled" things but with these fries you actually taste the truffle and it is spectacular. As an aside, if you aren't in the mood for a burger, the beef tenderloin sandwich is also fantastic. At $15.99, it might seem steep, but the meat inside is luscious and velvety. You could easily toss the bread and be happy with the meat alone. Tenderloin has the propensity to get dry if overcooked, but Stoney River's is buttery and soft. If you've been avoiding Stoney River because you think you have to get all dolled up or break the bank to eat here, worry no more. While one can certainly dine in style, I've also worn jeans and not felt out of place. You can also dine at the bar and on the patio if you feel like going more casual. The next time you're craving a burger, look no further than Stoney River. You may be torn about whether to eat it or smear it all over your body, but whatever you choose, you won't be disappointed.
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Laura T.
I can't rave enough about how much I LOVE this place. First, the bread (donut holes in disguise) is worth going there alone! Its like a donut hole without the glaze with cinnamon butter. Next, you must try the caprese salad. It has the best vinagerette with fresh mozarella and tomatoes with bacon bits and thin onion straws. Then you musthave their Coffee Cured Filet- doesnt taste like coffee, dont worry. Such a tender filet you can almost cut with just your fork. This is a tie for myfavorite steak ever (tied with Jeff Rubys in Cincinnati). I knowits owned by a chain, which Im not usually a fan of, but this is an exception! Steak lovers must give it a try!
(5)
Peter K.
Much better. I knew they could cook a steak. I just wish our waitress wasn't so peppy and upbeat. I hate being up-sold. If I want the Jack's Daniels shrimp, I'll get the damn shrimp, leave me alone about it. Aside from that small annoyance, everything else was just right. We started at the bar before the rest of my party showed up, the same bartender was working again, and by god that woman can mix a martini. I will make it a point to sit at the bar whenever I return. Just keep the delicious donut-y bread and cinnamon butter coming.
(4)
Nathan K.
My family celebrates here with some regularity. Overwhelmingly these have been good experiences. Problem #1 I always get a steak when I come. I decided to opt for the hamburger and was nicely pleased, except for a small bone issue--but I brushed it off as being the crisp bacon. One showed up when I got home and I knew (4.7 for taste and tenderness, 0.5 for a bone or cartiledge chip in my hamburger) Problem #2 (problem #1 repeats itself) Then, I returned on our next family celebration to try to give their hamburger a second chance. No such luck. I informed our waiter, who was obviously new-ish--but away from our table and public attention. Unfortunately, he said he notified the chef (but this happening twice is certainly a manager style issue--and it has to do with wherever this location is sourcing beef from). Also, no amendment was made on the bill for poor food quality. Also, I've never had 85% of my food on my plate and a waiter not ask further about the status of my meal. Summary: Again tasty hamburger...but Stoney River I HATE, HATE, HATE bones (or whatever randomness I tasted) in my burger. Paying upwards of $12 should not yield any such problems. In fact, paying $2 should not yield such problems. I feel bad, because overwhelmingly my experiences at Stoney River have been stellar. This was not one of those times....
(2)
Larry S.
Wow, 55 minutes for soup?! I went there the other day for lunch with a client and waited 55 minutes for the lobster bisque, which, by the way, was way too salty, and a salad. They didn't even have to cook anything. The soup was probably in a pot for several hours and the salad was cooling in the fridge. If you can't move lunch through at a reasonable pace, what is dinner with a steak like?!
(2)
Bill L.
Coffee filet. AWESOME. As was ribeye and the bread. Even complimentary parking was great. 5 stars easy.
(5)
Benson C.
Great steaks + great staff = a GREAT time! I came here one night for a friend's birthday and I thought, I only eat steak when I can, and if I was eating it that night, I was definitely going all out! As a native Midwesterner, I love my steak and potatoes! My parents would cook steak and potatoes every Sunday and I loved it. Living down South, it's a rare luxury to eat steak and I was ecstatic to have a chance at eating steak. The steak was perfectly done medium rare, with each bite bursting with meaty goodness and I love steak that is so tender that it melts in my mouth. I also ordered the Creme Brulee on their dessert menu and I was in heaven. But again as I'm a college-student on a budget, I can't get myself to come back here anytime soon.
(4)
Betsy K.
One tasty steak! Cooked to perfection! Loved every bit of it. Ordered the potatoes au gratin on the waitresses recommendation and was very please. They had a nice selection of beers on tap, which was good. I also thought that the little rolls they brought out at the beginning with the sweet butter with cinnamon in it were to die for! Great place to bring family when they're in town, a date, or work colleagues. It was about $23-$30 for all the entrees, which seems quite reasonable for a delicious steak. The only downer was the salad was an add-on, instead of included in the price of the meal.
(5)
Megan S.
Our server last night was amazing!! She made the dining experience a great one. We started out with the spinach artichoke dip. I would rate this mediocre, definitely not the best I've ever had. It was lacking flavor. The portion was perfect for two people to share. For entree's I ordered the 7oz Cabin Filet with the yukon garlic mashed potatoes. My friend ordered the 10oz filet with mashed sweet potatoes. We split and order of the green beans. My steak was so amazingly tender that it almost fell apart when I tried to cut it and was literally melt in your mouth! The flavor of the steak was so-so. The mashed potatoes had good flavor but seemed to be whipped and was almost like eating baby food. The green beans were too crunchy and really weren't very special. My dining partner loved the sweet potatoes and I also tried them and would have to agree with him. Food comes with rolls, small but full of flavor and served with cinnamon honey butter. We both had sweet tea which was great!!
(3)
Hannah B.
One of my favorite meals in Nashville! Service and management were amazing, food was amazing. I would highly recommend this steakhouse when visiting!
(5)
Frank B.
So far this is my favorite spot when I'm craving a steak and want to splurge a little! Steaks can't be beat!
I went to this restaurant yesterday for happy hour. The decor of this place is awesome. It really relaxes you after a long day at work. The place has comp valet...which may be an issue for girls that like to do last minute make-up checks before getting out the car. Happily, the valet allowed me to park my own car since I wasn't quite ready to get out of my car. The bartenders were very prompt but they really weren't knowledge about the menu which is difficult when you are a first timer and wondering what is good to try. The Happy Hour is the BEST! I was able to order a martini for $4.00 which is basically a steal. The drinks were tasty. I will totally try to visit again for dinner.
(3)
Aaron D.
My wife's steak was cooked perfectly. She asked for a medium ribeye cooked a little on the rare side, and that's what she got. (Lots of restaurants will overcook a medium steak, so we were both impressed that Stoney River got it right - as a steakhouse should.) Service was ridiculously nice. The restaurant actually comped an entire table of folks sitting next to us because they had an active duty member of the military among them who had recently returned from serving overseas. I mean it would have been nice enough if they comped the military member's dinner, but to comp the whole table's meal. That shows some serious respect for the troops and appreciation for their sacrifices! I have to admit that I wouldn't order my dish (the short ribs) again. The menu warned that it was well-marbled, but it was probably the fattiest short ribs I've ever had. The non-fatty part that I ate tasted good, but I'll definitely try something different next time. Fortunately, there are lots of other delicious-sounding choices on the menu from filets to burgers. Even some of the fish dishes sounded good. As for sides, I like the fact that the steaks come with sides. At most steakhouses, you have to order everything a la carte. Having some sides come with your dish definitely makes the meal a better value. My wife ordered the cinnamon sweet potatoes, which were incredibly smooth too sweet for us. I had the regular garlic mashed potatoes which thought were excellent. And my short ribs also came with some asparagus which was both huge and perfectly cooked (well maybe a tad undercooked, but I'd rather have crunchy asparagus than mushy asparagus any day of the week). Stoney River also serves baskets of addictive little rolls along with some sort of luscious sweetened butter, so be careful not to fill up on that before your meal arrives. Oh and I also had a house salad with homemade dressing - I think honey mustard - that was delish too. So overall, I thought the experience was pretty fantastic. The restaurant has a very posh, elegant feeling inside and a nice layout with the place broken up into lots of smaller rooms to cut down on noise and provide more privacy. The layout would work especially well if you wanted to have a private party there. Although it's not cheap (it is a steak house after all!), it seems like you can get substantial discount coupons pretty easily by joining Stoney River's Red Canoe Society (a free-to-join loyalty club / emai list) through the restaurant's website. These coupons make the meal a great value, IMHO. I do have to say that I think the valet parking idea is silly here. I can see why it makes sense some places (i.e. Tin Angel) with limited on-site parking, but here you're literally giving your keys to a valet who parks the car 10 feet away in the restaurant's private lot. I guess they think valet parking makes the restaurant seem fancier? To me, it's just kind of annoying. I wish that it least customers had the option of self-parking, but I suspect they know that 90% of folks would choose that option and the valet parking attendants would have nothing to do. Anyway, I guess at least the valet parking gives people jobs and that's a good thing in this economy! :)
(4)
Lee M.
Fourth trip to Stoney River and it may be my last. My first trip was courtesy of my boss with the gift of meal voucher. Hard to find any problem in that. Food was great. Service was a little spotty for such an expensive place so I guess they took my companion and I for cheapo coupon diners. But the food was good enough that I wanted the entire family to experience. Second time out, our orders were wrong. One diner asked for "medium well" and go bloody rare. Another asked for "medium" and got well done and the wrong side dishes. But once they got the order correct, the food was good. The manager brought out the replacement dishes and apologized but no offer was made to compensate us. A free desert for the offending rare steak would have been nice. It is a little irritating that the staff pretends to care what you name is and uses it often during the evening. If the server had really been paying attention, she would have realized that she had just served our same party two days before. And I'm pretty sure we would have stood out in her mind with the free ($200 plus) meal we had. Third trip out was WONDERFUL. The wait staff was spot on. Never fussing around the table but always showing up just a moment before we realized we needed something. As usual, I ordered the coffee cured fillet and it was good. Fourth (and maybe last) meal came last Saturday. We were in Nashville, shopping. We decided to grab a quick bite and realized we were near SR. I tried to make an on-line reservation for 6:30 but they were booked. Best I could get was 5:00 so I took it. We joked about the "Early Bird Special" and that we would be dinning with the elderly folks (I could have only wished). We were seated in the first small dining room to the right as you enter and thought that it was nice and quiet. The only other dinners were a party four next to us. The server got my name wrong and kept calling me "Mr. Lee". The hostess seated a family of 6 on our other side that included Grandpa, Grandma, and two very small children. They turned out to be the quietest group in the room. Shortly after this, the original dinners were joined by two others along with another round from the bar and the noise level doubled. The waiter finally brought our ice water and my glass of wine. With the first drink of water, I was blasted with the taste of beef fat! I looked around to see if I had inhaled the aroma of someones dinner but no one in the room was being served a meal. I took another drink and tasted it again. I handed my glass to my wife and asked her if it was OK. She said it smelled like a steak. I rinsed my mouth using my glass of red wine and hoped to hell I did not come down with food poisoning or someones bug dujour. The server brought me another glass of water but no apology. Then the table next to us was joined by two more revelers and another round from the bar. The waiter came by to tell us that our dinner was almost ready and asked if we needed anything. I told him that I needed ear plugs. He did not take the hint but laughed and walked off. By now it was getting loud enough that the girls at the front counter and the people waiting to be seated were all gawking at the party next to me. I got up, walked around, and saw that even if we requested it, there was nowhere else to sit. Another couple came into our room just as a server was bringing the table ANOTHER bottle of wine to liven up the party. That new couple asked for another table and left. Finally my meal arrived. The server asked if all was well and I told him no that the noise and the behavior next to us was offensive. He left and I expected the manager to show up. NOTHING. The family of six was now staring at the party and finishing their meals as fast as they could. Another party of four came into the room and immediately asked for another table. My wife and I could not even carry on a conversation. No one else in the room was even trying to visit. We were all watching the drunks in the corner. Someone that I took for a manager since he was dressed so differently from the other staff came in. He looked over at the drunk party, spoke to the grandpa/ grandma family, glanced once more at the drunks, and quickly got out of the room. When the server FINALLY came back (I don't think any of them wanted to be in the room) and asked what we needed, I told him to either bag up our meals or bag up the idiots next to us but something had to give. I asked to speak to the manager and waited for over 5 minutes at the front door. He was a no show. We left and went to Puckett's in Franklin for desert and coffee. The Saturday night party crowd there was better behaved than the idiots in Stoney River. Took the steak home for left overs and my kids said they were delicious. Next time, I will probably spend my money at Kayne or Flemming's. But expensive meals in a franchise should at least provide some decent ambiance.
(1)
Heather R.
I really do like this restaurant and we have been here a few times. I would have given this 5 stars but here is why I'm not....Totally not impressed with management. My husband and I ordered steak and ribs and shared them. The steak was excellent and the ribs were good except they were COLD! Luckily a manager came walking by shortly after we were served and asked how our food was and we said great, but the ribs are cold. He said no problem I'll get that fixed for you. I thought great we'd get a new rack of ribs because I did not want rewarmed ribs. Unfortunately what we got was our ribs back and they were rewarmed, not what I expected for that caliber of a restaurant. They were dried out and tough!! Once they were brought back out to us the manager NEVER came back to check on us!!!! Our server wasn't even informed of what happened. The manager offered us nothing other then to enjoy our food! I wasn't expecting to get them for free but I did expect a fresh rack of ribs or a complimentary dessert. We told our server what happened and she was shocked she was not informed. The flavor of the ribs were great just wish they would have been hot when served. The service by our servers each time we have been here is always excellent. I'm just not stoked about their customer service when something is wrong! More then likely we'll return but I'll be sure to demand the ribs to be served hot and not cold!!!!!!
(3)
Carol S.
Stoney River on West End has been my absolute favorite steakhouse for 5 years! They have generously allowed Brown Dog Foundation to host its annual wine dinner there on 3 occasions. I have hosted my birthday party there. And, when I'm ready to celebrate - the coffee-cured filet is utter perfection. The wine list is always great, but they don't mind me bringing my own wine. Ask for Danielle (she's an awesome server)! The valet guys have great memories, which is comforting. And, the Managing Partner, Michel Johnson, is the BEST!
(5)
Zach G.
Overcooked steak. Overpriced. If you want a real steak go to Fleming's!!! I do have to say that the service is top notch. Our table ordered a huge piece of cake and I just happened to mention I am not a cake fan casually to the rest of my table and that I prefer ice cream or pie much better. Next thing I know our waiter brings me a bowl of ice cream complimentary. Granted I did not eat any it was a very professional of the waitstaff to pay attention to detail such as this.....
(2)
Tonya O.
I should be ashamed to admit this, but I don't go to Stoney River for the steaks, I go for the Buffalo Mozzarella and Beefsteak Tomatoes. They're served as an appetizer, but I think you can request a smaller version as a salad. I don't consider myself a huge fan of tomatoes, but there's just something about this combination that I enjoy. The Coffee-Cured Filet is a really good steak to try if you're looking for something on the small side. The service is always excellent, though I do feel a bit wasteful with how often they swap out drinks instead of just refilling. Parking is Valet Only, but it's Complimentary.
(4)
Matt L.
What a nice place. The food was to die for. Now that doesn't mean that everything was perfect, and that ruined the opportunity for five stars, but everything was excellent. I got there, and they started with the fried rolls: butter and garlic. It was like a donut, but with garlic and poppy seeds. The had butter available, but it wasn't even necessary. Then the salad came out, and although I am not a salad guy, it really was great. The 7 ounce fillet was the best meat I'd ever eaten. It was truly a special dining experience. Now a major issue with this is that I ordered my steak medium. When the first one came out, it was clearly almost well-done. What's the point of eating a steak if it's dry? Then, when they brought a second out, it was bloody. I had made it very clear twice that I wanted Medium. But when it did come back: heavenly. Truly awesome. The garlic mashed potatoes were excellent, too. It was truly a great meal Finally, the dessert, chocolate cake and cheesecake, were great. The Cheesecake was not powerfully rich, but it was as smooth as silk, and the chocolate cake was among the best in Nashville. For what it's worth, I ate for free, but I noted the failings. And if you are willing to spend a little extra for a meal you won't forget for a long time, Stoney River is definitely worth it.
(4)
Jimmy R.
I have 3 words for my dinner at Stoney River...AHH-MAY- ZING!!! I tried the coffee cured filet and it was unusual and delicious, cooked to perfection. My husband had the ribeye which was even better. It had a well seasoned crispy coating on it that was out of this world and both of our steaks we the most tender we've ever had. The sides are just as delicious as the steaks and we had the shrimp in mustard sauce as an appetizer and I would recommend it as well. We had to ask for the little rolls that they serve and we were sooooo glad we did! They are not to be missed! we loved our experience and will definitely go back.
(5)
Mr Mrs J.
Good place for business and family gatherings. Dressy place, but I've seen people in jeans here too. Servers are well trained. Food is not bad. I expected more from the Steak, but it's okay, I've had better steaks. I came here to see what all the hoopla was about. So I tried the Filet Mignon and was not fully impressed. I have had better steaks, but not to say that I wouldn't be back. I would go to Fleming's again before I would come here though. For this price, I would prefer Fleming's.
(3)
Michael S.
Seriously over rated. Serivce was good. I had there most expensive steak and it wasnt all it was made out to be. The dessert was some type of ice cream deal with fruit and a sweet rice cake, this was the highliht of the meal. The biscuits they serve are addictive. But as for the steak, I would rather stick to Cafe Bosna.
(3)
Constantine M.
Came here while in Nashville for work, overall great experience. Showed up on the back end of happy hour and got drinks at the bar while waiting for the table. I was a little baffled when I saw a coffee cured steak on the menu, but I figured I'd give it a try. It was fantastic and I wish I had gotten the 10 ounce instead of the 7 ounce. Good wine, good steak, and free valet parking.
(4)
BJ S.
My brother and went to Stoney River on a "boy's night out." The atmosphere was excellent. Nice lighting. Spacious booths. Not very noisy at all, given the number of people in the dining area. Our waiter was "efficient." Service was prompt and we were never left waiting. However, at least twice, when I tried to say something to the waiter, he was gone before I could get out more than a couple of words. Efficient is good, but when taking away a plate or refilling a beverage, the wait staff should be attentive to their current table just in case there might be a comment or question. We started with the Spinach Artichoke Dip. It was nice and warm, and came with a really nice Salsa and chips. However, after the first bite, we both came to the same conclusion -- warm blandness. The dip really needed some garlic, or something to pick up the flavor. The saving grace was that the Salsa is really good. For other starters, my brother ordered the Lobster Bisque Soup, and I ordered the Blue Cheese Lettuce Wedge. The soup was quite good. The lettuce wedge was just OK. It was an Iceberg lettuce wedge with an average Blue Cheese Dressing drizzled over it, with bacon and diced tomatoes. There was nothing really that wrong with this salad. I mean, hey, Bacon, and lots of it! However, it pales compared to other executions. A fantastic example is right across the street at BrickTops, where the Blue Cheese Lettuce Wedge is almost a religious experience. The Steaks My brother ordered a 12 oz Prime Rib, medium rare. My brother felt that his prime rib was closer to rare. However, it was a beautiful end to end even pinkish red that I would call medium rare. Nonetheless, he felt that the Au Jus tasted like it had come from a can, and that while good, the prime rib was missing a hearty roasted or smokey flavor he has experienced in other restaurants. Again, not really bad, but more of a bland, unexciting experience than one would expect at this price point. On the good side, he thoroughly enjoyed his fully loaded baked potato. Bacon saves the Day! I ordered the 14oz Ribeye, also medium rare. When they brought me the steak, the server asked me to cut into it, to make sure it was prepared properly. It looked reasonably medium rare. However, as I traveled further up the steak, it became apparent that there was much more rare purple than red medium rare. Now, I am actually quite happy with a good rare steak, so I really did not find this a real problem. However, I was very disappointed in the quality of the meat. It was tougher than I expected, and the sinews were very chewy, getting stuck in my teeth. Finally, they use a seasoning rub that includes rosemary. It is not overwhelming, but it is there. If you are not partial to rosemary, you may want to ask them to leave off the seasoning rub. When the manager came by, we gave him a polite, but honest appraisal. He apologized for our disappointment and discounted our meal, even though we told him that a discount was unnecessary. I give the manager credit. He accepted our critique with concern and grace. I have been other places where managers either didn't care, became defensive, or even got rude. Overall, Stoney River just did not deliver the quality in service and food that one expects at this price point. I would definitely recommend Flemming's or J. Alexander's as better alternatives in the same price range.
(2)
Steve M.
We came here as the restaurant we were supposed to go to was closed on Sunday. Turned out to be a good thing after all. Walked in on a Sunday without a reservation and were seated right away. Attentive service, amicable wine list, and very acceptable culinary offerings made it a pleasant alternative which we would definitely visit again. If anything i'd tell the staff to turn it down a notch as they pushed things a bit. Manager came over to table to also check on our status which at the time was perfect., Presentation positive, service above normal, quality very good, pricing acceptable.
(4)
Sarah S.
Went on Friday evening with my fiance and some family members. We all had a wonderful meal! From the appetizers, to salad, to steak, to wine, to service...everything was fantastic. Our server was well-informed about the menu and also about the wine list. I hate to say anything negative and this is minor but I really feel like a nice steakhouse like this should take reservations, not just this priority seating thing they do that just cuts the wait time in half for you. Any other nice restaurant in this city takes reservations and sometimes, you just want the assurance that you will be guaranteed a table if you come at 7:00 on a weekend. Just a thought... Overall- zero complaints and I will definitely be going back!
(5)
B. DeWayne F.
Wonderful atmosphere and really great food. My favorite place in Nashville for a steak. They understand what medium well and medium rare REALLY mean! The seasonings they use on the steaks really bring out the flavor and if you into toppings (blu cheese, lobster, shimp) they have a number of options spice up the meal. The serving staff is knowledgeable and polite ... for the most part they know how to be attentive and nearly invisible.
(5)
Kourtney S.
hold up. you people found a way to combine coffee and steak? then you threw in the molasas part? Stoney River... I love you too. We went for valentines day (of course) and it was my first experience. I'm 7 months prego and have been craving steak like some sort of lion (or dinasour, or something scary along those lines). This was above and beyond what I could wrap my brain around. The wine list looked amazing, the service was great, and everyone that even walked past our table or made eye contact had a smile and wished us a happy valentines day. The temp on both steaks were perfect (I'm still learning but the husband knows what hes doing... I guess blood = flavor). As my sides I went with the mash potatos (another recent craving) and spinach (every girl needs her iron) Both were good, the spinach was obviously very fresh and not frozen. Between the steak and the baby, I had no room for dessert (a problem I RARELY have) but the steak was just so good, I didnt even feel the need for dessert, not to mention how good the bread and butter was that came out before our meal. I could live off of that ALONE. southern note: the sweet tea was also amazing Basically, if I had to pick a last meal today... it would be the signature steak from stoney river... and I would die happy and full.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : No Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Valet Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Dressy Ambience : Classy Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Dogs Allowed : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Leigh Z.
Absolutely wonderful! This place deserves more than five stars. I was in Nashville as part of a vacation and per my vacation tradition one meal of the trip is considered "date night nice night where I actually put on makeup" as usually the rest of the trip is hiking or sightseeing. So needless to say...being the spot picked for super special date night comes with expectations! We picked this spot based off other yelp reviews and were SUPER happy we did. I had made a reservation on Open Table the day before. We got to the restaurant early and they were able to seat us right away. The service from every single person we encountered was flawless. The food was phenomenal. My boyfriend and I both got the coffee cured filet and oh my goodness.....it was so good. I can't begin to explain how good it was. I am Texan. I know beef and steak! And this may have been one of the best steaks I have ever had. I started off with a Caesar salad and my boyfriend and I also split a side of mac and cheese. That as well as the mashed potatoes....I about needed to be rolled out of there because everything was SO good I had to keep eating! I highly recommend this restaurant and would eat here again if I was in Nashville again. They also have a great wine selection!
(5)Andy B.
I'm being slightly extra critical sheerly because of how much they charge and I feel fine doing that for that reason. When you fork out at least $50 per person (not per entree I should note), the meal really should be exceptional, and I have to admit, I regularly make better NY Strip steaks than I had here. My steak was fairly tasty, slightly overcooked, and tough. A $35 steak has no business being tough. They also overcooked my brother's steak. The fried shrimp my date had was described as tough and not that good, and she's extremely easy to please. Hell, she eats cheese and mayo sandwiches at least once per week. Seriously, there has got to be better steaks in Nashville. Maybe they don't employ a good chef on Tuesday nights. Who knows? Strangely the rest of the stuff, drinks, apps and all that was quite good, but when you're a steakhouse, that's what should stand out.
(2)Jesse Q.
I rate or discount my rating based on the issues of a restaurant that being said I was not happy to have to park off property this evening just because I didn't want a stranger taking my car are the valets Bonded.? .Also another review 7 days ago stated the free valet is $2.00 so I'm confused.. the food was good there was 5 small pieces of lobster bisque in my 10.00 bowl and my 7 oz. Filet was $30.00 the water was 10.00 I had a cocktail with tip was 68.00 for one person
(3)Leland G.
Went last night (so, 8PM on a Sunday) with a group of 6 people. The service was not good. And I don't just mean not good for a steakhouse, this was not good for an Olive Garden. But don't worry; the check was gratuity included :/ None of us were drinking, however the appetizers came somehow before there was even water on the table - we had onion rings and spinach dip. The onion rings were honestly great. The spinach dip sucked, it wasn't creamy, it had no "flavor" and the bread crackers that come with it to dip were IMO stale. We're almost done with the apps, haven't yet ordered dinner, been there for 30 mins, and one of our guests still doesn't have his unsweet tea. Then two teas show up; one was unsweet and the other was sweet... smh We ordered steaks and sides. My lady and I both had the coffee cured filet, petite size, med-rare (as all steak should be cooked, haha). We ordered 3 sides: button mushrooms, asparagus, and house garlic mashed potatoes. The steak was cooked right (med-rare) but was surely sitting under the heat lamp for the 20 mins that our server disappeared and maybe forgot about his one table.... still missing the unsweet tea refill. The sides were OK. But I could do better at home without even trying. The asparagus just wasn't cooked right. The mushrooms were over salty and either undercooked or marinated for too long. The mash potatoes were DRY - probably were BFFs with our steaks under that heat lamp. Save your money and included gratuity and grill at home.
(2)Ali S.
We dropped by this location for the first time last night as a group of 5. For appetizer we got a whiskey shrimp and spinach dip. Whiskey shrimp was the best thing we had here. The spinach dip was just standard. For dinner, I tried the legendary Stoney river filet with hash brown. I got the steak medium but it was rather dry. The hash brown was excellent. Since this is a steakhouse I have to rank it according to the steak. Their filet was not special and rather dry. Everyone else in the group came to the same conclusion. With so many awesome Steakhouses around, I cannot say I will return.
(2)Jay F.
Simply great. First time here. The pre dinner rolls were like dessert my shrimp cocktail was amazing and spicy. My wedge salad with thousand island was best I ever had. My filet was soft and perfect
(5)Becky E.
One of the best places we stopped on our vacation for great eats! Live music was a good touch. Wide variety of good local eats, wild game & Fried Green Tomatoes. We got the Wild Game sampler which was enough food for two people. Staff was friendly & attentive. The Okra side was tasty & done right! Beans were good but would try some thing different when a return visit happens. Hushpuppies stole the show with some of the best we've had!
(5)Debbie D.
My husband and I have been patrons of the West End location since it opened. This WAS our special occasion restaurant. Until tonight. We didn't have any wait staff for 12 minutes. Someone who was not our server took our drink order. Then when we finally got our server you couldn't understand him. To top off my birthday dinner, my steak wasn't cooked to the correct temperature even after three attempts. How hard is it to get a medium well steak? My husband ate alone and I finally gave up and didn't have a meal. Happy Birthday to me!
(1)Verlisa W.
I went here last Sunday and came about 7ish... They have once again switched up their tuna roll... It wasn't bad but I enjoyed the previous tuna roll with no rice prior to.... I definitely enjoyed their crab soup or lobster bisque can't remember but it was very creamy and tasty I would definitely recommend that... Now when it came to steaks I ordered the prime rib medium rare... And my date order a ribeye... When it came to the table his was perfect mine eh not so much mine was more medium well... Big difference from medium rare... The manager came and asked if everything was ok and I told him about my steak and he stated oh the waitress didn't tell u all we have is medium well left I said no I wouldn't have ordered if I knew... He then asked if I wanted anything else and my mouth was really set on the prime rib medium rare but I settled for the ribeye and order that medium rare and it was on the medium well side also... Let's just say I enjoyed my side of macaroni and cheese what a meal I ended up giving my steak to my date to take home...
(3)Ji Eun K.
Ribeye steak and coffee filet mignon was so delicious. Service was excellent. The lobster bisque, house salad vinaigrette, baked potato and green beans were so delicious! Service was wonderful and drinks were great. Will definitely be back.
(5)Sarah Z.
Heard good things about this place so decided to give it a try. Ordered a ribeye medium rare but it came out half medium well and half rare, Not only was it done wrong, it was a tasteless piece of meat. Overpriced but under performed, I was so disappointed.
(2)Beth G.
Love love love this place. The Cowboy Filet WAS my favorite, but I am leaning toward the Prime Rib Queen cut. The King cut has the bone...not sure why as it is 6 dollars more. So for that you get a bone..good for the dog..I guess. Have been there many times and love it each time. We had the Steak rolls which are like egg rolls with beef and a cheese mixture. Not sure I would get again. Had the deviled eggs 2 times. Spinach Dip a few times and then the MEAT!!!! I am not a huge Carnivore, but I do like my Meat a few times a month where it is solid fully loaded Protein meat dish. Like I said Cowboy FILET was the ONLY thing I have had since it opened. Sad I can't move forward without seeing someone else enjoy this honking huge Prime Rib. And get this!!!! They gave me the leftovers. I was hooked. Crazy crazy crazy good! Took my son and he was torn between the Prime Rib and Salmon. So....we ordered both. I love Salmon, but was feeling MEAT. We shared both, he ate most of the Meat and half the salmon. We also had the French Onion Soup because I could another visit. The Mac and Cheese used to be wonderful. I have not idea now because I am waiting on the MEAT. We had salad, it was salad. Parking is Valet and free, but tip your valet. There is self parking if you don't want to part with 2 dollars in tips minimum. It is not that expensive relative to how great the steak comes out. Oh and talk about service. Every time someone walked by our table, they poured me more water, regardless of who was the server. Sorry I said MEAT so many times, I just keep thinking of the high protein and iron content and high satisfaction it gives me.
(5)Holly G.
My boyfriend and I were going to see the Book of Mormon downtown at TPAC and decided to come to Stoney River before heading over there. We arrived pretty much just as they were opening (wanted to make sure we had enough time to eat and everything before the show) so there were only a couple other parties seated. I made it a point to remember our server's name, but now (a month later) I have forgotten. OF COURSE. Anyway, she was fabulous. Gave lots of good recommendations, checked back often, was very knowledgeable about the menu, and was just overall excellent. Service in general was great, the manager stopped by to check on us, and the people up front were nice as well. We ordered a couple drinks, but they weren't really anything remarkable, although they tasted pretty good. We ordered the Tenderloin Steak Rolls as an appetizer and they were excellent. The chimichurri sauce was a nice addition to it and really balanced it out well. For my entree, I went with the prime rib. I had never had it before and I was waiting to go to a decent steakhouse before trying it. And it was great. Super tender, cooked to perfection, and seasoned well. The waitress recommended the au gratin potatoes as my side, and they certainly did not disappoint. Super cheesy and creamy and just freaking delicious. This place is definitely pricier than some of the other steakhouses in the area (about $120 after tip for the two of us - granted, the drinks definitely inflated that) but it is absolutely worth it. The food is amazing, the service is well above average, and the atmosphere is great. More romantic feeling, although I would be fine coming here with friends too, so definitely laid back and not stuffy at all. I would definitely recommend, and plan to come back here again!
(5)Alexis B.
Probably one of the better steak houses in Nashville. I was visiting, but my family here loves this restaurant. The coffee cured filet is a unique blend of flavors, something to try. They have a great selection of steaks, and various other options, with a plethora of sides. Alongside a quaint atmosphere inside and a great selection of appetizers and desserts. Only downside is they seem to always sit my family in the farthest table in the back next to the noisy kitchen. Not sure if this is because they don't like us... Or we book through open table, but it is hard to hear here. Also had some questionable experiences with the wait staff, whether they not know how to cork a wine or are brand new. For a upper end steakhouse, you'd think they would have this figured out.
(4)Gia D.
Ambience was great. I was with a big group, wine kept flowing. Food was good.
(4)Mac L.
Talk about classy! We went here before a play at TPAC and spent a lot of money, but it was well worth every penny. The food and service, atmosphere were all A++++
(5)Jason K.
What a pleasant surprise. The steaks here occupy a caste somewhere between a place like Morton's and a place like Longhorn. While the steaks definitely don't taste prime and dry-aged, but they are at least choice. As such, prices occupy the middle ground between Morton's and Longhorn. We were shocked at how elegant and beautiful the restaurant was...we had brought our three year old and were in shorts. Meanwhile, the setting was every bit the equal of any Morton's or Ruth's Chris we had ever been. But we were put at ease by the warm and gracious welcome we received, and by the wonderfully friendly and efficient server. The prime rib was perfectly done and meltingly tender, sides were delicious. I would forego the crab cakes, however...coming from Maryland, they didn't pass muster. Overall, what a wonderful experience. The topper was that the cost was relatively moderate as well. Not bad for a chain owned by O'Charlie's of all companies.
(5)Enjoli G.
Amazing service, very attentive servers and excellent ambience. I will definitely be back. The lime chicken was perfectly cooked. I can't wait to go back and try the deviled eggs appetizer.
(5)Julie K.
Always a great experience. I tried the deviled eggs so good! I also got French onion soup. Delicious. Waiting on our steaks now. Can't wait. I got the filet medallion s and lobster .
(5)William K.
FINALLY! Perfect from Valet to Dessert! Sunday Brunch is simply outstanding! The service is impeccable. Every detail is covered at this restaurant....and the food!!! The Steak Rolls are a "must" as a starter. You will not go wrong when dining alone, with family, or entertaining out of town guests.
(5)Tom C.
Now I'm just a country boy from Kentucky so don't count on me to be the expert critic, but I have to say that the coffee cured filet was one of the best I've ever had. You've ruined it if you order it anything more than medium rare. Melt in your mouth good. Pretty swanky place but they were very nice & friendly. Prices are what you would expect from a steak house but well worth the money
(5)Grant C.
You get what you pay for. For me, this is an expensive restaurant. I didn't order any appetizers or any beer. The service: exemplary! The waiter was cordial and well spoken. He was a champ. The food was awesome. I had the Scottish salmon - which I thought it was interesteing they offered Szechuan sauce on the Scottish salmon. In any case, the salmon was grilled perfectly. I don't know what combination of spices they put on it, but I am pretty sure that was the best salmon I ever had (and I like Demos' salmon a lot). My wife ordered steak and potatoes au gratin. Both were completed to perfection. I tried her potatoes au gratin and my mom (who can cook), doesn't make homemade potatoes au gratin that good. I didn't try the steak because I was trying to finish my salmon. Whether or not you eat here all depends on your willingness to spend the money. The cost is the only negative. Then again, you get what you pay for.
(5)Jeff C.
First time to visit in a number of years. The atmosphere is great-love the lighting and the colors. A little loud-it sounded at times like someone was throwing buckets of silverware around in the kitchen-for fun. Service was great. The bread was great, as others have reported. We had spinach dip, which was good. Lobster bisque was nice, but very spicy. I like bisque, and I like spicy, but this seemed a bit much. Ceasar salad was a little on the creamy side, and lacking any distinctive taste. Filet with blue cheese was outstanding-but cooked rare rather than medium, and hard to detect in the light-asparagus was good, creme brulee was outstanding. All of the food was a little pricey. The spritzer drink on the drink special was neat. The Grayson Chardonnay tasted...not quite like feline urine but with a flat, oil paint aftertaste. A few random observations; it bothers me that a place like this has a crowd so similar to Applebees. Grown men wear flip flops, shorts and baseball caps. Old women cackle and shriek as if they were playing bingo. Would white tablecloths and a quieter kitchen help the decorum? I don't know. This is not the Franklin I grew up in, for sure.
(4)Piper P.
My brother in law and I needed to have a family meeting tonight. We decided a good steak and drinks were in order. We got what we were seeking. I had a Hendricks dirty martini with blue cheese stuffed olives. Could have been the meal all by itself. Wonderfully delicious. For my entree I ordered the filet medallion trio. Tiny filets, one with horseradish, one with blue cheese and one with bernaise sauce. Each was to die for in it's own right. Our wait staff was simply adorable. They let us shut the place down. Every time I go, I wonder why I hadn't been back sooner.
(5)Debbie S.
Absolutely amazing food and excellent service. 5 of us ate and we would order everything again. French Onion Soup, Kale Salad, Coffee Crusted Cured Filet, Agratin Potatoes, Twice Baked Potato Casserole, Prime Rib Sandwich, and Ahi Tuna Roll...huge portions
(5)Willie W.
Went for Sunday brunch Portions were large The food excellent The service was on point
(4)Aurelius M.
Nice elegant steakhouse tucked in the outskirts of downtown Nashville. I had the crab cake and salad for appetizers and the coffee steak with scalloped potatoes. The food did not disappoint. Everything was done so well. The downside were the drinks. I ordered a Sazerac and they gave me a house whiskey on the rocks. I told them they had my drink wrong. I told the bartender what I wanted and she seemed confused. Later they told me she googled Sazerac to make the drink. Oh hells no! I didn't mind she googled it but I knew it was going to be a poor attempt to make a good Sazerac. Once I tried the drink I was right. It was this weird mixture of whiskey and bitters. I said nothing and drank my drink like a man. I chugged it! I then ordered just a vodka tonic. The drink was all vodka. I guess the bartender felt like she was doing me a favor and giving me a stiff drink for her last error. I guess it was my fault for trying to order a classy drink at a steakhouse.
(3)Anita R.
Perfect evening out for my husband's birthday. The service was excellent from start to finish. The valet ,the hostess the whole wait staff and a visit from the manager. Excellent team work creating the right mix of presence and absence.Everyone was very pleasant and polite. Rare to see such a well trained staff and it was appreciated. The ambience is casual enough with the right amount of class. The lighting was spot on. The tables were lit on the eating area with the correct amount of light to see your party and the food while creating an environment that felt intimate as the lighting faded between tables. Loved the light fixtures. Food was excellent. The rolls were served piping hot and mixed with the sweet butter just melted in my mouth. Addictive.We started out with the deviled egg appetizer. The sweet and salty flavors blended nicely and presentation was a bonus. We both had the NY strip and they were cooked to order right to the perfect medium. Nice consistant flavor throughout. They offered a nice range of side dishes with unique flavors that complimented our steaks well. We finished dinner off with a delicious pecan crust key lime pie that mirrors some of the best I've had and I have had a lot of key lime pie. All in all a great experience on all accounts. Great value ,well priced.Wonderful night out. I would recommend without hesitation.
(5)Mark T.
This may be my absolute favorite restaurant of them all! Had dinner there again last evening with two good friends. The entire experience was flawless. From the valet service, to being greeted when I walked in the door, to attentive bar service, the food, and our server, ALL world class. The GM, Anthony Flemons, runs a first class operation, with extremely talented employees. Our server, Rachel, is as good as it gets. Excellent wine list. The steaks were out of this world, prepared perfectly, salads and sides left no room for improvement, and the dessert was incredible. If you like Morton's, The Palm, Fleming's, or Ruth's Chris, give Stoney River on West End a try. It blows them all away!
(5)Jeremy K.
Took my girlfriend here for her birthday. Impeccable service, fantastic atmosphere and the food was to die for. Definitely coming back!!
(5)Pam S.
My husband and I came here with a friend's daughter who attends Vanderbilt. Rachael was our server and very sweet! My issue with this restaurant is they need to work on the timing. We shared a shrimp cocktail and before we finished it she scooped up our appetizer plates and whisked them away. Reason: she had our salads ready and wanted to get them out. I loved my kale salad, but felt I needed to inhale it as she had our steaks out before I was only halfway through enjoying my salad! Also, many of the reviewers raved about the coffee-rubbed filet so I got sucked in. Wish I had ordered something else-- yes, it was very tender, but all filets should be tender. I like my steaks to taste like steak, not coffee. Maybe it's a NY thing. With so many steakhouses in Nashville I probably would not come back to this one.
(3)Snarky S.
OMG. The service excellent and runs like a well oiled show. The cast and costumes are amazing. From the valet on, everyone was pleasant and kind. The food...Oh the food. I was there for a meeting in a glass room. Offered the choice of steak, lime chicken or salmon and had the server pick for me. The salmon was amazing. Perfect. The veggies were served on the side for the table. So smart. The only thing I can offer an opinion for improvement is the sound in the meeting room. The space was full and it was hard to hear the Q&A portion. A mic would have helped. Not sure if this was the venue or the event planners place to insure the sound would be set up. I believe in paying for great food so I look forward to saving up and coming back!
(5)Adam V.
Stoney River always does a fantastic job when I visit. For this location, I am usually there for a work-related dinner and they never disappoint. Last night was a dinner for some of the bankers I work with at a regional bank. I am on the investment end and we had one of our mutual fund providers pick up the tab and explain one of the funds we use. It was an opportunity to hang out outside of the office, to teach a bit, and to have a great meal. We were given the little room just inside the entrance and it fit our needs perfectly. The management and waitress were very attentive to the music and temperature of the room. It was about 10 degrees outside, but they cranked the heat to make sure that we were comfortable. From the very start, our waitress was completely engaged and attentive. She was Johnny-on-the-spot with the drinks and whipped around the room at a crazy pace to keep everyone happy. Furthermore, she managed to do a great job delivering courses and removing plates while not interrupting the speaker. The food was great. I had the filet oscar and it was cooked perfectly. My boss had a steak come out that was under-cooked (he's one of those folks that over-cooks meat--the proper temp is always medium rare). However, they made sure that it was cooked (burned) to his liking and corrected the issue. We all split a chocolate cake and a cheesecake. Both were fantastic. Stoney River delivered again for us. They are great to work with and have wonderful food and service.
(5)Sharon S.
We went for my birthday dinner and everything was absolutely divine!! We will definitely be back. The coffee cured filet is cook to perfection, full of flavor and melts in your mouth!!
(5)Austin C.
Legendary steaks? That's being a little dramatic. I guess"Stoney River Decent Steaks" doesn't sound very sexy either. We went for new years eve b/c it's close to the house. The first think I noticed was how unsure our waiter was. I'm not sure if he was new or just not competent, but it took him 10 minutes to show up and take our drink orders and then another 10 minutes to get our drinks. The rest of the night seemed like pulling teeth to get service. We got a wedge salad and crab cake for appetizers which were both pretty good. The steaks were absolutely average. Overall it was a pretty uninspiring dinner. I think that if I'm going to choose a chain steak restaurant near my house from now on it will be Fleming's.
(2)Adam J.
I've gotta start eating steaks outside of Chicago more often. I was passing through while driving to Miami and had the urge to have a steak. This place came up on Yelp and decided to give it a shot as I've never been to Nashville before. I sat at the bar and had outstanding service on a busy Friday night. 12oz filet was cooked perfectly and came with a giant loaded baked potato for $35. I'm used to paying 30% more for similar It's not the best steak I've ever had, but it was definitely competitive. I definitely recommend
(4)David K.
Just another chain restaurant trying to pass for authenticity. Food is okay, but with a boring, ho-hum type atmosphere that is more like O'Charley's. Absolutely forgettable, nothing unique or special here.
(1)Teresa S.
We arrived early for our reservation. They seated us at a table in the bar area that was dark. It was so loud that we couldn't hear each other. I asked for another table and they moved us to the other side of the bar. It was better - with lighting and a little less loud. We ordered food at 6:40p and didn't get our dinners to table until 7:30p, which was after I asked if our order had been lost. There were plenty of open tables... It wasn't a packed house. And the bar area was so loud. Yet they sat a family of six... With the youngest being 14 today ... In the loud bar area twice and took 90 minutes to serve us. I will not return to Stoney River.
(1)Dewey B.
The service was very good, the food was perfect and the selection was both creative and complete. We had cocktails and an appetizer before the meal and they were very good. The specials offered were interesting and we had one as an appetizer and one as a main entree. The price was reasonable for this type of restaurant, but would be considered up-scale.
(5)William S.
Family went for first time on Father's Day and mother's birthday. I found service to be very attentive and food was excellent. The portions are reasonable size. One thing to remember though is that this is a steakhouse. My daughter ordered crab cake and she felt it tasted like it had been frozen.. I feel the background music volume is too loud and the lighting is a little too dark for my taste. Although it may be intended for mood setting, it becomes difficult to read smaller print on menu. Watch out, the calculated tip amounts on the check are based on after-tax amount and not pre-tax.
(3)Kim B.
I went to Stoney River with recommendation of family members as a group. Lighting was a little low kinda hard to read the menu but the waitress quickly brought a candle. The food we ordered was just Fantastic, My french onion soup was Yum yum, the ribeye steak was cooked to perfection others at our table had their delicious meatloaf that was the darn best meat loaf ever. I heard their lobster bisque was the best in town. The servers were top notch, defiantly have it down. Was a Great meal , Great atmosphere, Great people, Great drinks. The only think I wished , is that they had one near my house where I live, When I visit Nashville again I will be back.
(5)Kevin S.
We had dinner last night, Sunday, 22 Feb, at the West End location. It was an outstanding evening. The reservations were perfect, our waitress was great and the food was wonderful. We will tell everyone about Stoney River. Thank you so much for making our anniversary celebration one to remember.
(5)Art T.
I had the special. Asked for the tips to be medium rare, which they assured me they could do. They came out medium well, which isn't really in the same ballpark. Actually, they were a range from medium to well, with the majority falling in the middle, but it was still surprising. Sides were fine, had the mac-n-cheese, which was outstanding. Friend got the spinach, which was as good as I remember from another location. For a chain, though, I'm a little disappointed they were as underwhelming on the steak front, though. Service was okay... but nothing to rave about. Far too dark to see the meal, too. I'm all for ambiance, but near-darkness is not appealing or attractive. Or helpful to those who eat with their eyes. Maybe that's why the lights were so dim.
(3)Dave M.
This is an elegant steakhouse for sure. From the massive bar in front to the white clothe tables in the rear and excellent choices of steak. I love the city of Nashville in general, and this establishment is one reason why. I ordered the 10 oz coffee-cured filet for $34 with a side of sautéed spinach and mushrooms. All items were cooked to order perfectly! My traveling companion ordered a NY Strip medium rare, but the steak was delivered medium well. She did not send it back (that's her fault, because I would have), so what can you say? Mistakes happen. The beer and wine selections were very good and the atmosphere of the restaurant was comfortable; dimly lit and round tables for engaging business conversation. The staff was reasonably attentive and polite, including the valet. Located in the West End near the University of Vanderbilt campus, I would definitely come back to Stoney River again for any occasion (especially work; its a bit pricey).
(5)Brad H.
This was a delight. The bread/donuts they bring you before the meal could suffice as desert in my book. I also recommend the white chocolate cheesecake for desert. It's to die for.
(5)James D.
Thanks to Emily for making our dining experience on two occasions so enjoyable. The wine pairings and recommendations from appetizers to desert were on point. Being new to the area we wanted to find a place with great food and a warm staff and so far Stoney River has delivered. We will continue to request for Emily, she's a true professional. Looking forward to my next steak!
(5)Debra M.
I eat here every time I come to Nashville. I have never had better lobster bisque in my life. Their coffee-aged steaks melt in your mouth and the sides are generous portions, easy to share. We were here last night and ate bisque, steaks, creamed spinach, carmelized onion mashed potatoes, au gratin potatoes (YES) and split a Faucon salad three ways. My cousin had the Creme brûlée and said she's spoiled for life. Good ambience, outstanding service, a generous wine list, and easy location make this place a must-go.
(5)Travis B.
Every time I come back to Stoney River on West End I am reminded of how well I like this place. The service is absolutely outstanding and your every want is catered to. This last time I have the Prime Rib medium rare and my lady friend had the filet Oscar. The prime rib was so tender I used my butter knife to cut it.. the right..my butter knife. We had the Spinach Artichoke dip to start and the creme brulee to finsh.. absolutely wonderful once again.
(5)Josh M.
We love Stoney River for the best steak in town, but were excited to try their bunch menu. It did not disappoint. Everything was very good from the service to the food. The steak was obviously the best, steak burger was fantastic as well. We will return to get the waffles with wild cherry sauce. Salmon and the french onion soup were good, not great. The salad was overdressed. Great atmosphere for brunch and we will make it back for both brunch and dinner.
(5)Craig Z.
Service was great. Food was outstanding. The coffee cured filet is probably the best steak I've ever had (and Texas has great steak). Steak was cooked to perfection and you could cut it with a butter knife. The lobster bisque was creamy and delicious. This place is well worth it. Not to miss!
(5)Gaylor C.
Awesome restaurant The best steakhouse in Nashville
(5)Kristy B.
Just had a great dinner here. The salad and apps were fantastic, really enjoyed the shrimp dish. And then the filet was phenomenal. Very chic decor and very open feeling. Killer martinis too! Well priced and great food, we will be back next week for sure, a good alternative to brick tops when on west end.
(4)Debbie R.
A girlfriend and I were having a girls weekend in Nashville and when asked where to go we were told about this place. The food was FABULOUS, service beyond INCREDIBLE, and Anthony the GM was a true gentleman. Would recommend this place to anyone.
(5)Darlene O.
I ordered the salmon and it came over a bed of rice and sautéed spinach. I could appreciate the well seasoned salmon but not drenched in oil. I loved the sautéed spinach which wasn't too salty and still retained its lively green color so it wasn't overcooked. My absolute favorite thing about this restaurant was the small rounded bread puffs dusted with granulated sugar called "Stoney Puffs". Really good and very addicting!
(4)Jay F.
My wife and I and 2 other couples went to brunch last Sunday, and boy was it super. Service was terrific, the folld was plentiful and tasted greated and the drinks were well made. We split the french toast which was perfect for each of us as you get 4 big pieces in a serving. They let us taste several things before ordering which was nice and thoughtful. Everyone at the table enjoyed the food immensely. And the bartender knew how to make every drink we asked for. May be a little pricey but I was happy with the quality, so we will definitely go back.
(5)S C.
I dine at this Stoney River at least once weekly and have for a number of months. If it's Monday around 7PM, you'll find me eating at the bar. I have consistently been extremely happy with the staff, service and food. I have a job that makes me a "road warrior" and over the last twenty years I bet I've eaten in thousands of restaurants. So trust me: if I don't get at least "very good" food and service twice I never return. This Stoney River I'll be coming back to for as long as I am working in the Nashville area. Steaks are properly prepared, although like most superior restaurants their "doneness gauge" is pretty exact - "rare" means cool in the middle and "medium rare" is still quite red. Folks, "a little pink" is medium well, not medium rare, so be prepared. Check out this chart to see an example of what a "good restaurant" uses as their standard: miamiwineguide.com/wp-co… I prefer mine "Pittsburgh-style medium rare" - charred on the outside and just-warm red center, which they do perfectly, time after time. The shrimp cocktail - with a side of wasabi! - is my own "signature appetizer" and is delicious, the cool shrimp, sweet ketchup and pungent wasabi teaming up to awaken and satisfy brilliantly. The bread - little spherical bites of sweet goodness - is simply amazing. Every last thing I've had has been at least "very good", but most are excellent. Desserts are large, shareable and top-notch. My fave: the Key Lime pie; sweet, tart, nut-crusted goodness! BTW, if the bar is busy it's loud there. People actually talk! The restaurant is less so. Come join me one night. But no flip-flops, OK? That's just so nasty.
(5)Nathan G.
I wish I could simply review the taste of the food, which was delicious, however the entire dining experience involves the service, the timing & accuracy of the order as well as the atmosphere. Two of the four steak orders came back to our table incorrectly prepared. The wait time for the initial order was at least 35 minutes. The wait time for the corrected order was another 25 minutes - that's 60 minutes that two people in our party had to wait for their food. And the server made no attempt to alter the bill due to the kitchen's mistakes. Although the food was good, the overall experience was less than satisfactory.
(2)Mark K.
I went to Stoney river last Friday night on a date. I got the Stoney river legendary fillet. It was delicious. She had the trout. I topped it off with the cheesecake and a decaf coffee. She had the chocolate cake. Everything about our meal was excellent. Logan was our waiter and he was hilarious. Best service I've had in awhile. ONE COMPLAINT: the hostess that seated us, I believe her name was rachel, was incredibly rude to us. She kept texting on her phone when I would ask about how long the wait was. When I asked for the second time (it had been awhile) she basically snarled at me as if I was inconveniencing her in some way. I loved the food. Our waiter was great. But I won't be retiring to Stoney River ever again because of that bitch, rachel.
(1)Jonathan W.
Absolutely amazing! Having been to a handful of high-end steak restaurants, I believe I can write this review with some confidence. My wife and I were in Nashville for a wedding and decided to spend this evening on an early anniversary date night. Since higher-end steakhouses have been our anniversary tradition we researched the options and chose Stoney River. We were not mistaken. The service was exceptional and the food was absolutely mind blowing. To start, we were seated within 5 minutes even though we were there 30 minutes before our reservation. Our server was courteous and prompt the entire time. We started with a martini and jack/coke which were a bit on the strong side but I'd prefer strong if I am going to pay a lot for them. Next we were served this small poppy seed rolls that were phenomenal. The honey butter they were served with put them over the edge! For an app we had the tomatoes and mozzarella with haystack onions....blew us away. That is our favorite dish at home and when eating out and it was the BEST we have ever had. Absolutely amazing. Dinner was a 14oz Strip for my wife and a 14oz Ribeye for me. Her side was mashed potatoes with caramelized onions on top. My side was cinnamon mashed sweet potatoes. I have to tell you, as a big time fan of steak and sweet potatoes, this place put my favorite steak restaurant (Del Frisco's Double Eagle) on notice. I was completely amazed at the flavors, perfect preparation, and overall taste of this meal. Dessert was Creme Brulee which, once again, surpassed our expectations by miles. Very delicious. Overall, one of the BEST meals we have eaten out and most definitely tied for top place on our list of higher-end steakhouses. Well done! I highly recommend Stoney River to anyone looking for quality service, food, and an outstanding experience!
(5)Rachel P.
Place was awesome! Great service, and food. Had the shrimp on Texas toast as an appetizer and man oh man was it tasty! Steaks were all cooked to perfection,side dishes enormous and deserts were the same. We enjoyed all the help from the servers and hostess on where to visit in Nashville and just generally enjoyed our experience! Would very much recommend this restaurant as it's wonderful. Oh yeah the blueberry lemon drop mojito was soooo refreshing and delish!
(5)Kenny C.
Very good enjoy every course
(5)Ann B.
I review restaurants on a daily basis --- this is by far one of the tastiest meals I've had in a long long time. I don't eat red meat but the filet was delicious; the garlic mashed were creamy; the burgundy mushrooms were delightfully seasoned, the white chocolate cheesecake was out of this world --- I will be back and bring more friends and tell everyone who cares to listen--- the reviews here are true and well deserved --- awesome food --- professional--timely---attentive---courteous---Âfriendly but never in the way --- friendly but never lingering too long--- wow just terrific service -- a FOH manager even stopped by early on to chat with us, easy to see she also stopped at other tables as well --- excellent place for a date or even an after work relaxing dinner-- excellent --- will definitely be back !!! Lots of yummy food even a little left over to take home for boyfriend ;-)
(5)Becky M.
This was a place chosen for my husband's work dinner. We drove from 90 minutes away to meet everyone. Along the way, we read the Yelp reviews and checked out their menu online. I must say, the great reviews were consistent with our visit. We did not have to call in management for anything. Expect free valet parking on a Friday night. Expect on time seating when a reservation is made. Service was very good. The food was excellent (but not huge portions). Foods I ate and sampled: lobster bisque (great), crunchy ahi tuna roll (outstanding), seared and blackened ahi tuna (tasty, small portion for $23.99, not a steak but more like the appetizer portion without the crunch), asparagus ($5.99 sides but came with my meal, blanched asparagus, no frills), burgundy mushrooms ((came with my meal, tasted great, no frills), creme brulee (great), blondie (excellent), key lime pie (great), and the house cabernet (outstanding).
(4)Sarah M.
I want to love Stoney River... The rolls are amazing, button mushrooms are incredible, service is usually good... But every time we eat here, the steak is always brought out way too under-cooked. And every time, the server claims it's because the kitchen wants to meet your request perfectly. Therefore, you cut into a super rare steak, have to send it back, and sit there and wait. That means your food is handled twice the amount it should be, and everything else gets cold. Is it too much to ask that a steakhouse bring out my steak the way I ordered it (which is always med-rare)? No. I don't get it. I have never had this problem elsewhere, but it has happened every single time we eat at Stoney River. It kind of blows my mind. We just stopped going after every experience ended up being the same as the last. For the perfect steak, try Kayne Prime.
(2)Judy W.
Very disappointed in my meal overall, but I will say the filet medallions were prepared very nicely! My biggest complaint is that everything except the beef was over-seasoned. Didn't care for the Whiskey Shrimp on County Toast at all...very fishy!Bread was good. The tempura lobster tail had too much breading and was over seasoned as well. The augratin potatoes should have been called "black-peppered potatoes"...and I love pepper so for me to say that...is a big deal. Oh well...my suggestion is to stick with the beef and I tried the creamed spinach that a friend ordered...it was very good!
(3)Tim M.
Usually I go to Stoney River for dinner, and I don't normally review chain restaurants but this visit warranted a review. Went for lunch on a quiet Sunday. Decide to have that day's special - prime rib sandwich with steak fries and a small salt on that. After 2 bites into the prime rib sandwich, the manager and waitress happen to pass by and ask how our service was. I candidly explained that I thought the prime rib would not be cooked so well done. Right there on the spot, the manager and waitress offered me my 2nd choice - 5 oz Sirloin Steak Salad. This one hit the spot - steak was tender and cooked just barely medium so that it would not be too hot & hard to accompany the salad. Our waitress, Molly, is the best thing working for this Stoney River. If customer service needs an icon, she is it - keeping customers satisfied, water glass filled, fast service.
(4)Tracy F.
My fiance and I treated a good friend to dinner at Stoney River after an early event at Vanderbilt. We'd never tried the restaurant before and had heard good things about the quality of the steaks and the overall experience, so we thought, "why not tonight?" We were quite happy with our entire meal, from start to finish! We began with the house rolls, which are more like savory donuts served with flavored butter. Very delicious. We then shared the Whiskey Shrimp appetizer, which was our least favorite course of the night. The shrimp was a bit undercooked and the sauce was nothing special. My fiance and I each ordered a salad, him ordering a Caesar and I the House. We both agreed that the Caesar dressing was delicious, but the quality and freshness of my House salad was the better of the two. Next came our entrees. I ordered the blackened grouper, with sides of haircot vers and button mushrooms--I couldn't have been happier with my choices! The grouper was seasoned well and cooked perfectly. My fiance ordered the largest of the filet choices with a loaded baked potato. While he enjoyed his steak, he wished the cut of the meat was a bit thinner so the flavoring of the crust was in every bite. Our friend ordered the crabcakes, an entree that isn't on the menu but was introduced to us by our waitress. He enjoyed the large serving and his side of au gratin potatoes, which are nicely seasoned with a pinch of nutmeg. Yum. We were too full to partake in dessert, but the chocolate chip and pecan blondie looked delicious, as did the cheesecake. Maybe next time. Our server was adorable and attentive, and was able to accomodate our needs quite nicely. We'd definitely return for a nice steak dinner sometime in the near future.
(4)Jeannie G.
I'm shocked at some of the mediocre reviews on here. I couldn't imagine giving Stoney River anything less than five stars. And I don't hand those out to just anybody! We had a birthday dinner last night and from start to finish, everything was perfect. We ordered the Mahi sushi roll and spinach dip as appetizers. Both were really tasty! And the bread! What can I say? We are carb lovers and the bread was amazing. There were five of us and we ordered a variety of entrees -- prime rib, filets, one coffee-cured filet, and the "drunken" cowboy ribeye. I ordered the cabin filet with sweet potato casserole and a house salad. My entire meal was delicious. The house salad was great and an extremely generous portion size. I ordered my filet cooked medium and it was absolutely perfect. Very tender and lots of flavor. The rest of my family was equally impressed with their entrees. The "drunken cowboy" ribeye was recommended by our server and my brother-in-law said it was "life-changing". It was topped with shrimp and looked incredible! Our service was top-notch. Our waiter was extremely attentive, very friendly, and knowledgeable. The whole dining experience was five-star. I can't wait to return!
(5)Michelle P.
The atmosphere here is always great. Our server was amazing and very attentive. I haven't been to this location in quite some time but we had a gift card to use. We were sat pretty fast so that was great. My husband ordered a burger that was amazing. I ordered a petite filet but when it came the butter on top wasn't melted. Hmmmm, a piping hot steak would surely have melted it, right? My steak was cooked Medium but had been grilled a little too long. It tasted a little burned. The highlight of my meal was giant one pound baked potato. It's never a disappointment in that. Id go back and maybe order seafood. Just wasn't feeling the steak.
(3)Jessica C.
I was in Nashville for only 1 night and wanted to eat at a good steakhouse that would not break the bank. I came across this place and it was better than expected. The food was amazing the dessert to die for and the price reasonable. Loved it. Will go back for sure.
(4)Kimberly A.
Average, if. Steak and sides were underwhelming. The server was great. The poppy popovers were the highlight. Probably won't be returning. Make my reservation for Sperry's or the Palm instead.
(2)Phil J.
starting at the beginning, there is no parking on site, except for "free" valet parking. having had my car damaged more than once by valet parking, I park myself. Stoney River has no parking on their property except valet, so I had to park on the street. inside, the service was inconsistent. we ordered a martini with an olive, a margarita, and a glass of wine. the margarita never came, and the martini came without the olive. later my brother (who had the martini) ordered a glass of wine, and they brought him a cup of coffee. the wait person said she'd bring us some bread, it never came. towards the end of the meal, while some of us were still eating, the wait person starting boxing our food and I got the distinct impression that we were being rushed out so they could seat another customer. but generally the wait person was appropriately attentive, but with the mistakes which at a restaurant like this I would not expect. the food was good to very good, the chips and blue cheese was great, my steak with three sauces was very good, the house salad was mediocre, the white chocolate cherry cheesecake was great, the cherry sauce was not sweet which complemented the cheesecake perfectly, which was delicious. but the rather odd service detracted from the overall experience. the restaurant is very packed with tables, the person behind me and I kept hitting each other because the tables are so close together. I would go back, despite this.
(2)Joe M.
Had a business meal hear last week. Really nice place. Loved the menu and the food. They were very helpful with my Gluten Free issues. The staff was great and I for sure will be back. My steak was cooked perfect. Everyone gave it a thumbs upu
(4)Brandon C.
Quality has dropped greatly over our last 2 visits(been here at least 25 times). One of us always orders filets cooked medium. The last 2 times they have come back cold in the middle. Both times one of us has sent them back and they came back looking like hockey pucks(we are not at a preds game). Depending on what we ordered, either my wife or myself were finished eating by the time the puck was returned to us. Also by the time they get back, our sides are ice cold and one of us has already finished our meal.. We were offered a no charge on one of the two visits. Do not think we will be visiting again for a while. This was once our go to for a solid steak.
(2)Emmy C.
We had brunch there today and the atmosphere, service and food were impeccable. Couldn't rave enough about it. We would come back to Nashville just to eat there. Eggs Benedict, Steak and biscuits, and the french toast were amazing. As was the coffee. Really enjoyed.
(5)Eric B.
Big ups to Stoney River on West End. Went over there last night and had the best grilled Mahi I've had since I left the beach. The service was fantastic. The bar staff made the 45 minute wait seem like 10 minutes. I was also impressed with how visible the General Manager was. He hit every table with enthusiasm to make sure every guest was happy. The hostess staff was awesome and our server was top notch. There will be many future visits to this place!
(5)Amber H.
Ended up here on a quiet Wednesday night before the 4th of July holiday. We were headed to JAlexanders buy were open to trying something new. First impression, not great. We were not impressed with the hostess who was training another hostess. She talked down to the girl, and after a few minutes wait took us to the table. Even with plenty of open tables, she was going to seat the two of us at a four top out in the open. She was visibly annoyed when we asked if we could switch to a smaller two person booth close by. So much so that she walked away with out leaving us any menus... Our waiter saved the day. He was helpful and friendly and appeared at just the right times. My husband and I split a wedge salad to start. Delicious bleu cheese dressing though I thought it was missing a few grape tomatoes to go with it. I ordered the 7oz Cabin Filet with horseradish topping. He went with a 12oz prime rib (what he always orders at steakhouses). While he said the prime rib was very good and comparable to what he orders at J's, my filet on the other hand was out of this world amazing. I ordered it medium (I'm pregnant) and it came out more on the medium rare side, but I didn't care....it was really so good. Probably the best I've ever had. We both chose the Carmelized shallot mashed potatoes which I thought were okay, a little on the dry side. I would choose a different side next time. The rolls were very yummy - almost donut like. I also saw a waiter walk by with a tray of cheesecake and I was sad we didn't have any room left, it looked great. The GM stopped by our table and was friendly and quick. All in all, between our great cuts of meat and great waiter, we have a new favorite!
(4)Megan C.
Count me in for Happy Hour! Recently checked out Stoney River's happy hour with my lady friends and it was delicious, affordable, and so much fun! The bartenders introduce themselves to you and remember your name. The eats are tasty (I particularly enjoyed the salty of the blue cheese chips and the freshness of the Ahi Tuna Roll). The drink specials are excellent ($3 beers, $5 cocktails, $5 glasses of wine) and apps will run you $6-$7. And it's Monday through Friday (at the bar only) from 5-7. Probably one of the best Nashville happy hours I've visited. You bet I'll be back!
(5)Catherine G.
The setting of the restaurant is quite romantic, and very pleasant. The service was great. There were three people in our party who all ordered different cuts of steak, and none of us felt the price paid equaled the quality. I had the strip steak and it was tough; unfortunate, as overall atmosphere is quite good.
(3)Ryan B.
I came here with a suit and tie group a few Sundays ago and really enjoyed the prime rib sandwich. There are few things better for a man's soul than an expensive and delicious pile of sliced beef on soft bread and warm au jous. Wowzers. I was hoping for more from the parm fries, but they were good. Perhaps I just prefer them not so thick-cut. Can't wait to come back for date night some time.
(4)Tim J.
This is the best Happy Hour deal in Nashville from 5pm - 7pm. Upscale and the food is great no matter what your level of expectation. I suggest the Tenderloin Beef Carpaccio for $6 and a glass of wine for $5 at the bar. Enjoy
(4)Derek L.
Good steaks. Decent wine selection. Nice atmosphere. Nice and professional staff
(4)Scott D.
Ordered the coffee cured filet, mashed sweet potato casserole, and asparagus - all were excellent. I normally order ribeye, but went with the signature coffee cured filet which was unique and delicious. I highly recommend it and you definitely cant go wrong with the sweet potatoes.. The bread was amazing and the cinnamon butter made my mouth water. Splurged for dessert - the Chocolate Fudge Blondie almost killed me, but only because it was so good I couldn't stop eating it. Great dinner, excellent service, and nice ambience. I will be back!!! Probably soon...
(5)L. N. D.
The BEST damn HAPPY HOUR period!!!! The food and drinks are nothing shy of AMAZING!!! The manager Keith is a SUPER star, he's very pleasant and accommodating. He really make you feel at home. The Bartender wish I could remember her name is 2nd best (tall, sandy blonde, slim Caucasian lady). So, a few house rules: - HH hours of operation: 5p-7p; - you MUST sit at the bar( slight bummer because you partially have to get there at 4:30 to get a seat or fight someone for a seat because their "holding" for their late friend) - Martinis $5 bucks!!!!! Can't beat that AND there delicious A few suggestions: Mountain of Blue Chips, the saltiness of the chips and that distinguished Blue Cheese favor makes a perfect melted marriage (makes you want to lick your plate but then you realize you're not at home) - Bacon Cheese Burger with Parmesan steak fries ( $1 more than the reg. price of $6 but WELL worth it); this burger is well cooked and seasoned. It comes with lettuce and tomato with condiments on the side. I've never had a top notch burger with bacon AND cheese with fries for $7 bucks - Lemon Drop Martini (don't sleep on Lemon, I use too because I don't like anything lemon, MY FAVORITE drink now) and the sugar filled rim makes it even more delectable. - have to ask for the rolls with extra butter, make sure there HOT and fresh - Whiskey Shrimp is okay, not really a must. Lets just say TGIF has better Jack Daniel shrimp items.. Sorry SR( Stoney River) In closing, you will not be let down...You'll be full and slightly hazed by 7:30p and won't feel bad for calling it an early night. In case you Valet, Calvin S. is the BEST!!!
(5)Catie V.
GO HERE if *you* desire to have a transcendental experience by eating one of the many fine steaks. This place is dimly lit, elegant, classy, and the food is phenomenal. This ain't your regular old steakhouse, since each steak is prepared and seasoned a different way in order to enhance the taste and texture. I ordered a 7oz medium rare filet with a horseradish crust. It was perfect. From the way it was cooked to the way it tasted. The horseradish crust is milder than what one may initially think, so if anyone out there thinks this will clear their sinuses, they are wrong. It's extremely complementary to the savory taste of the meat, and I greatly recommend to pair this with any steak. The filet came with a side, so I ordered mashed sweet potato. It kind of looked like baby food in terms of consistency, but tasted like the best damn thing I have ever had. Baby food of the Greek gods, if you will, straight out of Hera's bodacious bosom. Our waitress was very nice, helpful, and knew the menu very well. This place is a bit pricey but so worth it, and the cuts are bigger in terms of ounces compared to other steakhouse chain restaurants. (which there are ten of these babies in states, score!)
(5)Christos T.
A good All American Steak House. Not really a bad thing to say, not really a unique thing to bring me back
(3)Nickie G.
So I love getting invited to company sponsored dinners - especially when it is at a place I haven't been yet. And THAT is how I ended up at Stoney River. First off, we were seated in a private room, so if you have a need to dine privately with 20ish of your best friends you can. I had a salad to start that was dressed with balsalmic vinaigrette and thought it was pretty tasty. For the steak I had the filet cooked medium rare along with sides for the table - mashed potatoes, mushrooms, etc. Everything I tried was ok but for some reason it just wasn't blow your mind awesome. The steak was cooked medium rare as I asked, but it was lacking something....like really good flavor. It was overwhelmingly meeeeh. But, on the bright side, the wine was good and the company was paying! And the service was efficient, even with a large group. So at the end they brought out the chocolate ganache cake packed up for you to take home for dessert. What in the hell is up with this piece of cake? Think of a takeout container that is square and foam and about 2 inches deep. Now think of that entire thing filled with an enormous piece of chocolate cake that filled it completely full. This was a cake that 5 normal people could eat and be full. Or maybe one huge giant football player. Anyway, that is NOT a reasonable slice of cake for any human being - no wonder everyone is so fat. But whatever, I took it home and ate on it for DAYS and it was fucking delicious. The icing was smooth, rich chocolate and the cake was moist. Between me and my brother, it took a week to polish off that entire piece of cake. Anyway, Stoney River was ok. I would go back if someone asked but I'm still on the hunt for the best Nashville steak....and it just really isn't here.
(3)Rod B.
When I arrived I was informed of the 30min wait. To be expected on a Saturday night. I requested a booth in the bar area. After a 40min wait i was seated in the main area. I was told there wasn't a server at the booth in the bar which had been vacant for 15min. This wouldn't have been a problem if the couple in front of us weren't seated next to it. Not to mention the family on the other side of it. After speaking to the manager he not only promptly moved us to the requested table but he provided us with an appetizer and continued to check on us throughout the meal. Food was exceptional minus the creme brulee. Over all good experience. Tip try the coffee filet w/blue cheese and bacon butter
(4)Jennifer B.
Last night we decided to have an impromptu date night and ended up at Stoney River. Typically we are not much of "steak people" but we had a wild hair and it was awesome. We paired our meal with a bottle of Meiomi Bella Gloss Pinot Noir and started with a wedge salad and lobster bisque soup. We both decided on the filet. I had mine topped with blue cheese and his was encrusted with horseradish. His was amazing and cooked perfectly. I ended up scrapping off my topping bc it was extremely overpowering but nothing was wrong with it. Our server, Amber, (I think that was her name) was awesome. She recommended the mashed potatoes with caramelized onions. So great!!! We ended up getting a side of the hericot vert. Last but not least was our white chocolate black cherry cheesecake. Need I say that we left stuffed and miserable. Food coma and a good nights sleep were soon followed. We can't wait to go back.
(5)BethAnn S.
You have to love a good southern steak house that is under the delusion that donuts are 'rolls'. Stoney River is the perfect blend of good enough wine, good steak and great service to make it a NashVegas gem. I'd particularly recommend hitting them up for low cost lunches ($15) where the steak salad shines. As for the rolls/donuts, let's not kid ourselves....when you deep fry bread, it's called a donut. Damn fine one at that so don't miss their rolls. For those in a committed relationship or not going to be getting lucky, go with the garlic truffle fries as a killer side. Basking in their crunchy yumminess will enable you to see the face of God. And then he will tell you to brush your teeth because you stink 'o garlic.
(4)Sherri W.
This is my absolutely favorite restaurant! Their coffee cured filet is AMAZING! I have never been that the steak was not melt in your mouth delicious and the service exceptional. I've been to more expensive steak places but never had a steak that I thought was better than the coffee filet. I always look forward to being treated to dinner at Stoney River!
(5)Ted A.
Great Svc and terrific reliable food. We come here frequently when we are eating with friends, colleagues and family - we are never disappointed. I have seen these folks handle 30 people as well as just when its my wife and I. I highly suggest adding this to your dinner rotation when in town - it is notches above a chain steak house, has a great wine list and although they ambiance could use an adjustment, it is clean and the steaks rival any around.
(4)James G.
We had a wonderful time at Stoney River! Great food, nice atmosphere, and first class service at reasonable prices for a steakhouse. I ordered the filet mignon cured in coffee, brown sugar, and molasses. Amazing! Meat cooked in coffee doesn't taste like coffee at all. It just has a juicy, smoky flavor. Very tasty! Our service was also exceptional. I am painfully allergic to onions and so many steak restaurants mess up and season my order with onions after I ask the server to note my allergy. But at Stoney River, the server was helpful and made sure nothing I ordered would be a problem. He even brought me out a free cappuccino with dessert. Very thoughtful! We were all very pleased with our experience and will be back again. Thank you Stoney River! A job well done.
(5)Derek E.
My wife and I had a great dinner and good time tonight. Upscale steakhouses like this are sometimes stuffy, but the atmosphere here was fairly comfortable. The beer selection is greatly lacking. Nice wine list. We both had steaks. They were not the best I've ever had but better than most. Side dishes and salads were also above average. I can't afford to come here often, but will keep it in mind for a future celebration or special occasion.
(4)Steven R S.
Coffee cured filet is the best.
(4)David O.
The lesser of the two Stoney Rivers, but by no means bad. This location is unique in that it started a Lunch Menu. No doubt because of its proximity to Vanderbilt University. The service is always excellent, but the location suffers from two minor drawbacks. Because the lot is so small (Formerly a "Rio Bravo" Restaurant ) its Valet only. Its "Free", but I always feel like I have to tip them. It also feels smaller and more closed in than its other location. Of course, if you are looking for something with a cozy feel, you are going to be fully satisfied. If you are looking for a steak dinner in the West End area, you can't go wrong to try Stoney River.
(3)Tate B.
I sat at the bar to eat during my most recent business trip to Nashville. The ambience of the restaurant was great: busy, comfortable, and lowly lit. It was relaxing. The bar was nice with granite countertops and the bar tenders were very friendly (Nick & Melissa, if I recall correctly). I had the Ribeye which was cooked the way I wanted and it was very good and priced fairly at $26. I will go back.
(5)Steve N.
I went here for my first anniversary. I got one of the best bone in ribeye's I've ever had. My wife loved the ribs. The house salad was amazing. I also loved the bread and cinnamon butter. The second time I came the ribeye was just average.
(4)Simply S.
I have never ever sat down at a restaurant and within 10 min got my stuff and walked out .. however that is what I had to do here. There was a small 25 min wait when we arrived. Before waiting all that time to find out I can't eat anything (I must have Gluten Free) I asked the man at the host/hostess stand if they had a GF menu. He said no we don't have a menu be we can certainly accommodate your GF needs. I said .. accommodate fully or just offer a few things. He told me that they would be able to fully accommodate for sure, but that they just didn't have a menu. We sat down. I wasn't surprised, but our server had no CLUE what gluten was. I totally understand that. They don't have a GF menu so I didn't expect him to understand. I simply explained that the chef would understand and to just ask which salad dressings I could have. He immediately said told me he didn't' need to ask .. that he knew that they all had milk. Umm, milk is dairy. Not gluten. I then asked about something else. He told me. No, that has SOY. Umm, soy is soy. Not gluten. JUST GO ASK THE CHEF, ha. Very frustrated, I finally just asked to speak with the man that I had talked to at the door. The one that told me that I could eat there. I thought it was just a host, but come to find out .. he was a manager. That should be reassuring, right? He would explain to the waiter they can make foods GF and I'd be able to eat, right?! WRONG!!!! The manager apparently had lied to me. He told me that I could have plain steak and a wedge salad with oil. No side items. So .. let me get this clear ... that is being able to fully accommodate? A wedge of lettuce and piece of meat?!?! No thanks!!!!! oh and if you do go .. they have no parking. It's pretty much all valet. So on top of all the above ... we went, waited, left hungry and still had to tip the valet (not his fault). Not a cute day at all!
(1)Steph H.
Truth telling time again: hamburgers are totally the reason why I could never hack it as a vegetarian. If you feel similarly, then get yourself to Stoney River. These may be fighting words, but here they are: Stoney River makes the best burger in Nashville. Although Stoney River is a steakhouse, my husband and I have only ever had the steak here once. It was REALLY good, but it's pricey. It's far more wallet friendly to come for the $12 burgers, which yes, may still seem a bit dear for a burger, but it's SO worth it. One bite and you'll be pulling the whole "When Harry Met Sally" orgasm scene, only without the faking! You can get a bacon cheese burger, or my personal favorite, the caramelized onion w/ swiss burger. So rich and decadent, I can only ever eat half. Best of all, this place knows how to cook their meat so if you ask for your burger medium rare, you can guarantee that that's what you'll get. Also awesome is that the burgers come with parmesan truffle fries that are amazing. Lots of places claim to have "truffled" things but with these fries you actually taste the truffle and it is spectacular. As an aside, if you aren't in the mood for a burger, the beef tenderloin sandwich is also fantastic. At $15.99, it might seem steep, but the meat inside is luscious and velvety. You could easily toss the bread and be happy with the meat alone. Tenderloin has the propensity to get dry if overcooked, but Stoney River's is buttery and soft. If you've been avoiding Stoney River because you think you have to get all dolled up or break the bank to eat here, worry no more. While one can certainly dine in style, I've also worn jeans and not felt out of place. You can also dine at the bar and on the patio if you feel like going more casual. The next time you're craving a burger, look no further than Stoney River. You may be torn about whether to eat it or smear it all over your body, but whatever you choose, you won't be disappointed.
(5)Laura T.
I can't rave enough about how much I LOVE this place. First, the bread (donut holes in disguise) is worth going there alone! Its like a donut hole without the glaze with cinnamon butter. Next, you must try the caprese salad. It has the best vinagerette with fresh mozarella and tomatoes with bacon bits and thin onion straws. Then you musthave their Coffee Cured Filet- doesnt taste like coffee, dont worry. Such a tender filet you can almost cut with just your fork. This is a tie for myfavorite steak ever (tied with Jeff Rubys in Cincinnati). I knowits owned by a chain, which Im not usually a fan of, but this is an exception! Steak lovers must give it a try!
(5)Peter K.
Much better. I knew they could cook a steak. I just wish our waitress wasn't so peppy and upbeat. I hate being up-sold. If I want the Jack's Daniels shrimp, I'll get the damn shrimp, leave me alone about it. Aside from that small annoyance, everything else was just right. We started at the bar before the rest of my party showed up, the same bartender was working again, and by god that woman can mix a martini. I will make it a point to sit at the bar whenever I return. Just keep the delicious donut-y bread and cinnamon butter coming.
(4)Nathan K.
My family celebrates here with some regularity. Overwhelmingly these have been good experiences. Problem #1 I always get a steak when I come. I decided to opt for the hamburger and was nicely pleased, except for a small bone issue--but I brushed it off as being the crisp bacon. One showed up when I got home and I knew (4.7 for taste and tenderness, 0.5 for a bone or cartiledge chip in my hamburger) Problem #2 (problem #1 repeats itself) Then, I returned on our next family celebration to try to give their hamburger a second chance. No such luck. I informed our waiter, who was obviously new-ish--but away from our table and public attention. Unfortunately, he said he notified the chef (but this happening twice is certainly a manager style issue--and it has to do with wherever this location is sourcing beef from). Also, no amendment was made on the bill for poor food quality. Also, I've never had 85% of my food on my plate and a waiter not ask further about the status of my meal. Summary: Again tasty hamburger...but Stoney River I HATE, HATE, HATE bones (or whatever randomness I tasted) in my burger. Paying upwards of $12 should not yield any such problems. In fact, paying $2 should not yield such problems. I feel bad, because overwhelmingly my experiences at Stoney River have been stellar. This was not one of those times....
(2)Larry S.
Wow, 55 minutes for soup?! I went there the other day for lunch with a client and waited 55 minutes for the lobster bisque, which, by the way, was way too salty, and a salad. They didn't even have to cook anything. The soup was probably in a pot for several hours and the salad was cooling in the fridge. If you can't move lunch through at a reasonable pace, what is dinner with a steak like?!
(2)Bill L.
Coffee filet. AWESOME. As was ribeye and the bread. Even complimentary parking was great. 5 stars easy.
(5)Benson C.
Great steaks + great staff = a GREAT time! I came here one night for a friend's birthday and I thought, I only eat steak when I can, and if I was eating it that night, I was definitely going all out! As a native Midwesterner, I love my steak and potatoes! My parents would cook steak and potatoes every Sunday and I loved it. Living down South, it's a rare luxury to eat steak and I was ecstatic to have a chance at eating steak. The steak was perfectly done medium rare, with each bite bursting with meaty goodness and I love steak that is so tender that it melts in my mouth. I also ordered the Creme Brulee on their dessert menu and I was in heaven. But again as I'm a college-student on a budget, I can't get myself to come back here anytime soon.
(4)Betsy K.
One tasty steak! Cooked to perfection! Loved every bit of it. Ordered the potatoes au gratin on the waitresses recommendation and was very please. They had a nice selection of beers on tap, which was good. I also thought that the little rolls they brought out at the beginning with the sweet butter with cinnamon in it were to die for! Great place to bring family when they're in town, a date, or work colleagues. It was about $23-$30 for all the entrees, which seems quite reasonable for a delicious steak. The only downer was the salad was an add-on, instead of included in the price of the meal.
(5)Megan S.
Our server last night was amazing!! She made the dining experience a great one. We started out with the spinach artichoke dip. I would rate this mediocre, definitely not the best I've ever had. It was lacking flavor. The portion was perfect for two people to share. For entree's I ordered the 7oz Cabin Filet with the yukon garlic mashed potatoes. My friend ordered the 10oz filet with mashed sweet potatoes. We split and order of the green beans. My steak was so amazingly tender that it almost fell apart when I tried to cut it and was literally melt in your mouth! The flavor of the steak was so-so. The mashed potatoes had good flavor but seemed to be whipped and was almost like eating baby food. The green beans were too crunchy and really weren't very special. My dining partner loved the sweet potatoes and I also tried them and would have to agree with him. Food comes with rolls, small but full of flavor and served with cinnamon honey butter. We both had sweet tea which was great!!
(3)Hannah B.
One of my favorite meals in Nashville! Service and management were amazing, food was amazing. I would highly recommend this steakhouse when visiting!
(5)Frank B.
So far this is my favorite spot when I'm craving a steak and want to splurge a little! Steaks can't be beat!
(5)Stefanie P.
It's a chain restaurant. With that being said you get that whole 'chain restaurant feel'. It's dark wood all inside, with woody grainy tables, and cloth napkins. I went for lunch. They have salads, sandwich, and some entrees. Most meals range from $10-$30. Lunch for two was $50. Whiskey Shrimp on Country Bread' - We got 4 pieces for about $12.00. I felt like I was eating sushi. The cream sauce on top was kinda bland. I went all out and got the 7 oz Coffee-Cured Filet au gratin potatoes and sautéed green beans for $26.00. Great flavor to the steak. The potatoes and green beans tasted plain, not much seasoning. The manager checked in on us, so did our server. And nothing majorly to complain about it but its no Ruths Chris or Mortons. NO REGULAR PARKING: When we went .. there was only valet available, which was annoying. Hopefully its not like that all the time.
(3)Michelle P.
I went to this restaurant yesterday for happy hour. The decor of this place is awesome. It really relaxes you after a long day at work. The place has comp valet...which may be an issue for girls that like to do last minute make-up checks before getting out the car. Happily, the valet allowed me to park my own car since I wasn't quite ready to get out of my car. The bartenders were very prompt but they really weren't knowledge about the menu which is difficult when you are a first timer and wondering what is good to try. The Happy Hour is the BEST! I was able to order a martini for $4.00 which is basically a steal. The drinks were tasty. I will totally try to visit again for dinner.
(3)Aaron D.
My wife's steak was cooked perfectly. She asked for a medium ribeye cooked a little on the rare side, and that's what she got. (Lots of restaurants will overcook a medium steak, so we were both impressed that Stoney River got it right - as a steakhouse should.) Service was ridiculously nice. The restaurant actually comped an entire table of folks sitting next to us because they had an active duty member of the military among them who had recently returned from serving overseas. I mean it would have been nice enough if they comped the military member's dinner, but to comp the whole table's meal. That shows some serious respect for the troops and appreciation for their sacrifices! I have to admit that I wouldn't order my dish (the short ribs) again. The menu warned that it was well-marbled, but it was probably the fattiest short ribs I've ever had. The non-fatty part that I ate tasted good, but I'll definitely try something different next time. Fortunately, there are lots of other delicious-sounding choices on the menu from filets to burgers. Even some of the fish dishes sounded good. As for sides, I like the fact that the steaks come with sides. At most steakhouses, you have to order everything a la carte. Having some sides come with your dish definitely makes the meal a better value. My wife ordered the cinnamon sweet potatoes, which were incredibly smooth too sweet for us. I had the regular garlic mashed potatoes which thought were excellent. And my short ribs also came with some asparagus which was both huge and perfectly cooked (well maybe a tad undercooked, but I'd rather have crunchy asparagus than mushy asparagus any day of the week). Stoney River also serves baskets of addictive little rolls along with some sort of luscious sweetened butter, so be careful not to fill up on that before your meal arrives. Oh and I also had a house salad with homemade dressing - I think honey mustard - that was delish too. So overall, I thought the experience was pretty fantastic. The restaurant has a very posh, elegant feeling inside and a nice layout with the place broken up into lots of smaller rooms to cut down on noise and provide more privacy. The layout would work especially well if you wanted to have a private party there. Although it's not cheap (it is a steak house after all!), it seems like you can get substantial discount coupons pretty easily by joining Stoney River's Red Canoe Society (a free-to-join loyalty club / emai list) through the restaurant's website. These coupons make the meal a great value, IMHO. I do have to say that I think the valet parking idea is silly here. I can see why it makes sense some places (i.e. Tin Angel) with limited on-site parking, but here you're literally giving your keys to a valet who parks the car 10 feet away in the restaurant's private lot. I guess they think valet parking makes the restaurant seem fancier? To me, it's just kind of annoying. I wish that it least customers had the option of self-parking, but I suspect they know that 90% of folks would choose that option and the valet parking attendants would have nothing to do. Anyway, I guess at least the valet parking gives people jobs and that's a good thing in this economy! :)
(4)Lee M.
Fourth trip to Stoney River and it may be my last. My first trip was courtesy of my boss with the gift of meal voucher. Hard to find any problem in that. Food was great. Service was a little spotty for such an expensive place so I guess they took my companion and I for cheapo coupon diners. But the food was good enough that I wanted the entire family to experience. Second time out, our orders were wrong. One diner asked for "medium well" and go bloody rare. Another asked for "medium" and got well done and the wrong side dishes. But once they got the order correct, the food was good. The manager brought out the replacement dishes and apologized but no offer was made to compensate us. A free desert for the offending rare steak would have been nice. It is a little irritating that the staff pretends to care what you name is and uses it often during the evening. If the server had really been paying attention, she would have realized that she had just served our same party two days before. And I'm pretty sure we would have stood out in her mind with the free ($200 plus) meal we had. Third trip out was WONDERFUL. The wait staff was spot on. Never fussing around the table but always showing up just a moment before we realized we needed something. As usual, I ordered the coffee cured fillet and it was good. Fourth (and maybe last) meal came last Saturday. We were in Nashville, shopping. We decided to grab a quick bite and realized we were near SR. I tried to make an on-line reservation for 6:30 but they were booked. Best I could get was 5:00 so I took it. We joked about the "Early Bird Special" and that we would be dinning with the elderly folks (I could have only wished). We were seated in the first small dining room to the right as you enter and thought that it was nice and quiet. The only other dinners were a party four next to us. The server got my name wrong and kept calling me "Mr. Lee". The hostess seated a family of 6 on our other side that included Grandpa, Grandma, and two very small children. They turned out to be the quietest group in the room. Shortly after this, the original dinners were joined by two others along with another round from the bar and the noise level doubled. The waiter finally brought our ice water and my glass of wine. With the first drink of water, I was blasted with the taste of beef fat! I looked around to see if I had inhaled the aroma of someones dinner but no one in the room was being served a meal. I took another drink and tasted it again. I handed my glass to my wife and asked her if it was OK. She said it smelled like a steak. I rinsed my mouth using my glass of red wine and hoped to hell I did not come down with food poisoning or someones bug dujour. The server brought me another glass of water but no apology. Then the table next to us was joined by two more revelers and another round from the bar. The waiter came by to tell us that our dinner was almost ready and asked if we needed anything. I told him that I needed ear plugs. He did not take the hint but laughed and walked off. By now it was getting loud enough that the girls at the front counter and the people waiting to be seated were all gawking at the party next to me. I got up, walked around, and saw that even if we requested it, there was nowhere else to sit. Another couple came into our room just as a server was bringing the table ANOTHER bottle of wine to liven up the party. That new couple asked for another table and left. Finally my meal arrived. The server asked if all was well and I told him no that the noise and the behavior next to us was offensive. He left and I expected the manager to show up. NOTHING. The family of six was now staring at the party and finishing their meals as fast as they could. Another party of four came into the room and immediately asked for another table. My wife and I could not even carry on a conversation. No one else in the room was even trying to visit. We were all watching the drunks in the corner. Someone that I took for a manager since he was dressed so differently from the other staff came in. He looked over at the drunk party, spoke to the grandpa/ grandma family, glanced once more at the drunks, and quickly got out of the room. When the server FINALLY came back (I don't think any of them wanted to be in the room) and asked what we needed, I told him to either bag up our meals or bag up the idiots next to us but something had to give. I asked to speak to the manager and waited for over 5 minutes at the front door. He was a no show. We left and went to Puckett's in Franklin for desert and coffee. The Saturday night party crowd there was better behaved than the idiots in Stoney River. Took the steak home for left overs and my kids said they were delicious. Next time, I will probably spend my money at Kayne or Flemming's. But expensive meals in a franchise should at least provide some decent ambiance.
(1)Heather R.
I really do like this restaurant and we have been here a few times. I would have given this 5 stars but here is why I'm not....Totally not impressed with management. My husband and I ordered steak and ribs and shared them. The steak was excellent and the ribs were good except they were COLD! Luckily a manager came walking by shortly after we were served and asked how our food was and we said great, but the ribs are cold. He said no problem I'll get that fixed for you. I thought great we'd get a new rack of ribs because I did not want rewarmed ribs. Unfortunately what we got was our ribs back and they were rewarmed, not what I expected for that caliber of a restaurant. They were dried out and tough!! Once they were brought back out to us the manager NEVER came back to check on us!!!! Our server wasn't even informed of what happened. The manager offered us nothing other then to enjoy our food! I wasn't expecting to get them for free but I did expect a fresh rack of ribs or a complimentary dessert. We told our server what happened and she was shocked she was not informed. The flavor of the ribs were great just wish they would have been hot when served. The service by our servers each time we have been here is always excellent. I'm just not stoked about their customer service when something is wrong! More then likely we'll return but I'll be sure to demand the ribs to be served hot and not cold!!!!!!
(3)Carol S.
Stoney River on West End has been my absolute favorite steakhouse for 5 years! They have generously allowed Brown Dog Foundation to host its annual wine dinner there on 3 occasions. I have hosted my birthday party there. And, when I'm ready to celebrate - the coffee-cured filet is utter perfection. The wine list is always great, but they don't mind me bringing my own wine. Ask for Danielle (she's an awesome server)! The valet guys have great memories, which is comforting. And, the Managing Partner, Michel Johnson, is the BEST!
(5)Zach G.
Overcooked steak. Overpriced. If you want a real steak go to Fleming's!!! I do have to say that the service is top notch. Our table ordered a huge piece of cake and I just happened to mention I am not a cake fan casually to the rest of my table and that I prefer ice cream or pie much better. Next thing I know our waiter brings me a bowl of ice cream complimentary. Granted I did not eat any it was a very professional of the waitstaff to pay attention to detail such as this.....
(2)Tonya O.
I should be ashamed to admit this, but I don't go to Stoney River for the steaks, I go for the Buffalo Mozzarella and Beefsteak Tomatoes. They're served as an appetizer, but I think you can request a smaller version as a salad. I don't consider myself a huge fan of tomatoes, but there's just something about this combination that I enjoy. The Coffee-Cured Filet is a really good steak to try if you're looking for something on the small side. The service is always excellent, though I do feel a bit wasteful with how often they swap out drinks instead of just refilling. Parking is Valet Only, but it's Complimentary.
(4)Matt L.
What a nice place. The food was to die for. Now that doesn't mean that everything was perfect, and that ruined the opportunity for five stars, but everything was excellent. I got there, and they started with the fried rolls: butter and garlic. It was like a donut, but with garlic and poppy seeds. The had butter available, but it wasn't even necessary. Then the salad came out, and although I am not a salad guy, it really was great. The 7 ounce fillet was the best meat I'd ever eaten. It was truly a special dining experience. Now a major issue with this is that I ordered my steak medium. When the first one came out, it was clearly almost well-done. What's the point of eating a steak if it's dry? Then, when they brought a second out, it was bloody. I had made it very clear twice that I wanted Medium. But when it did come back: heavenly. Truly awesome. The garlic mashed potatoes were excellent, too. It was truly a great meal Finally, the dessert, chocolate cake and cheesecake, were great. The Cheesecake was not powerfully rich, but it was as smooth as silk, and the chocolate cake was among the best in Nashville. For what it's worth, I ate for free, but I noted the failings. And if you are willing to spend a little extra for a meal you won't forget for a long time, Stoney River is definitely worth it.
(4)Jimmy R.
I have 3 words for my dinner at Stoney River...AHH-MAY- ZING!!! I tried the coffee cured filet and it was unusual and delicious, cooked to perfection. My husband had the ribeye which was even better. It had a well seasoned crispy coating on it that was out of this world and both of our steaks we the most tender we've ever had. The sides are just as delicious as the steaks and we had the shrimp in mustard sauce as an appetizer and I would recommend it as well. We had to ask for the little rolls that they serve and we were sooooo glad we did! They are not to be missed! we loved our experience and will definitely go back.
(5)Mr Mrs J.
Good place for business and family gatherings. Dressy place, but I've seen people in jeans here too. Servers are well trained. Food is not bad. I expected more from the Steak, but it's okay, I've had better steaks. I came here to see what all the hoopla was about. So I tried the Filet Mignon and was not fully impressed. I have had better steaks, but not to say that I wouldn't be back. I would go to Fleming's again before I would come here though. For this price, I would prefer Fleming's.
(3)Michael S.
Seriously over rated. Serivce was good. I had there most expensive steak and it wasnt all it was made out to be. The dessert was some type of ice cream deal with fruit and a sweet rice cake, this was the highliht of the meal. The biscuits they serve are addictive. But as for the steak, I would rather stick to Cafe Bosna.
(3)Constantine M.
Came here while in Nashville for work, overall great experience. Showed up on the back end of happy hour and got drinks at the bar while waiting for the table. I was a little baffled when I saw a coffee cured steak on the menu, but I figured I'd give it a try. It was fantastic and I wish I had gotten the 10 ounce instead of the 7 ounce. Good wine, good steak, and free valet parking.
(4)BJ S.
My brother and went to Stoney River on a "boy's night out." The atmosphere was excellent. Nice lighting. Spacious booths. Not very noisy at all, given the number of people in the dining area. Our waiter was "efficient." Service was prompt and we were never left waiting. However, at least twice, when I tried to say something to the waiter, he was gone before I could get out more than a couple of words. Efficient is good, but when taking away a plate or refilling a beverage, the wait staff should be attentive to their current table just in case there might be a comment or question. We started with the Spinach Artichoke Dip. It was nice and warm, and came with a really nice Salsa and chips. However, after the first bite, we both came to the same conclusion -- warm blandness. The dip really needed some garlic, or something to pick up the flavor. The saving grace was that the Salsa is really good. For other starters, my brother ordered the Lobster Bisque Soup, and I ordered the Blue Cheese Lettuce Wedge. The soup was quite good. The lettuce wedge was just OK. It was an Iceberg lettuce wedge with an average Blue Cheese Dressing drizzled over it, with bacon and diced tomatoes. There was nothing really that wrong with this salad. I mean, hey, Bacon, and lots of it! However, it pales compared to other executions. A fantastic example is right across the street at BrickTops, where the Blue Cheese Lettuce Wedge is almost a religious experience. The Steaks My brother ordered a 12 oz Prime Rib, medium rare. My brother felt that his prime rib was closer to rare. However, it was a beautiful end to end even pinkish red that I would call medium rare. Nonetheless, he felt that the Au Jus tasted like it had come from a can, and that while good, the prime rib was missing a hearty roasted or smokey flavor he has experienced in other restaurants. Again, not really bad, but more of a bland, unexciting experience than one would expect at this price point. On the good side, he thoroughly enjoyed his fully loaded baked potato. Bacon saves the Day! I ordered the 14oz Ribeye, also medium rare. When they brought me the steak, the server asked me to cut into it, to make sure it was prepared properly. It looked reasonably medium rare. However, as I traveled further up the steak, it became apparent that there was much more rare purple than red medium rare. Now, I am actually quite happy with a good rare steak, so I really did not find this a real problem. However, I was very disappointed in the quality of the meat. It was tougher than I expected, and the sinews were very chewy, getting stuck in my teeth. Finally, they use a seasoning rub that includes rosemary. It is not overwhelming, but it is there. If you are not partial to rosemary, you may want to ask them to leave off the seasoning rub. When the manager came by, we gave him a polite, but honest appraisal. He apologized for our disappointment and discounted our meal, even though we told him that a discount was unnecessary. I give the manager credit. He accepted our critique with concern and grace. I have been other places where managers either didn't care, became defensive, or even got rude. Overall, Stoney River just did not deliver the quality in service and food that one expects at this price point. I would definitely recommend Flemming's or J. Alexander's as better alternatives in the same price range.
(2)Steve M.
We came here as the restaurant we were supposed to go to was closed on Sunday. Turned out to be a good thing after all. Walked in on a Sunday without a reservation and were seated right away. Attentive service, amicable wine list, and very acceptable culinary offerings made it a pleasant alternative which we would definitely visit again. If anything i'd tell the staff to turn it down a notch as they pushed things a bit. Manager came over to table to also check on our status which at the time was perfect., Presentation positive, service above normal, quality very good, pricing acceptable.
(4)Sarah S.
Went on Friday evening with my fiance and some family members. We all had a wonderful meal! From the appetizers, to salad, to steak, to wine, to service...everything was fantastic. Our server was well-informed about the menu and also about the wine list. I hate to say anything negative and this is minor but I really feel like a nice steakhouse like this should take reservations, not just this priority seating thing they do that just cuts the wait time in half for you. Any other nice restaurant in this city takes reservations and sometimes, you just want the assurance that you will be guaranteed a table if you come at 7:00 on a weekend. Just a thought... Overall- zero complaints and I will definitely be going back!
(5)B. DeWayne F.
Wonderful atmosphere and really great food. My favorite place in Nashville for a steak. They understand what medium well and medium rare REALLY mean! The seasonings they use on the steaks really bring out the flavor and if you into toppings (blu cheese, lobster, shimp) they have a number of options spice up the meal. The serving staff is knowledgeable and polite ... for the most part they know how to be attentive and nearly invisible.
(5)Kourtney S.
hold up. you people found a way to combine coffee and steak? then you threw in the molasas part? Stoney River... I love you too. We went for valentines day (of course) and it was my first experience. I'm 7 months prego and have been craving steak like some sort of lion (or dinasour, or something scary along those lines). This was above and beyond what I could wrap my brain around. The wine list looked amazing, the service was great, and everyone that even walked past our table or made eye contact had a smile and wished us a happy valentines day. The temp on both steaks were perfect (I'm still learning but the husband knows what hes doing... I guess blood = flavor). As my sides I went with the mash potatos (another recent craving) and spinach (every girl needs her iron) Both were good, the spinach was obviously very fresh and not frozen. Between the steak and the baby, I had no room for dessert (a problem I RARELY have) but the steak was just so good, I didnt even feel the need for dessert, not to mention how good the bread and butter was that came out before our meal. I could live off of that ALONE. southern note: the sweet tea was also amazing Basically, if I had to pick a last meal today... it would be the signature steak from stoney river... and I would die happy and full.
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