Best restaurants nearby Omni Nashville Hotel
Omni Nashville Hotel has five on-site dining options: Bob's Steak & Chop House (steakhouse, dinner Tue–Sat), Kitchen Notes (Southern breakfast & lunch, includes a Biscuit Bar), The Pick (lobby cocktail bar), Barlines (honky-tonk restaurant with live music), and Bongo Java (coffee). For reservations, call Bob’s Steak & Chop House; other outlets generally accept walk-ins.
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On-site restaurants at Omni Nashville Hotel
All five on-site venues are located inside Omni Nashville Hotel and cover a range of needs from full-service steakhouse dinners to quick coffee and casual live-music dining.
Bob's Steak & Chop House is the hotel's formal steakhouse serving large cuts of prime beef, chops and seafood in an evening setting (open Monday–Saturday, 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.; closed Sunday). Reservations are recommended and the phone for Bob's is (615) 761-3707.
- Kitchen Notes — Southern/American; breakfast & lunch, 6:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. (Biscuit Bar available during service)
- The Pick — lobby cocktail lounge; hand-crafted cocktails (hours vary by day, see hotel info)
- Barlines — honky-tonk style restaurant with live music; open for lunch, dinner and late-night
- Bongo Java — organic, fair-trade coffee daily (early morning hours)
| Venue | Type | Typical Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Bob's Steak & Chop House | Steakhouse (dinner) | Mon–Sat 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.; Sun closed |
| Kitchen Notes | Southern/American (breakfast & lunch) | 6:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. |
| Barlines | Honky-tonk restaurant with live music | 11:00 a.m.–12:00 a.m. (approx.; later Fri–Sat) |
When to make reservations and dress code
Bob's Steak & Chop House is the only on-site restaurant the hotel specifically recommends booking in advance because of its popularity and evening-only schedule. Use the restaurant phone to reserve a table.
Kitchen Notes and Barlines have casual dress codes and generally accept walk-ins; The Pick is a lobby bar with communal seating where reservations are not used. Bongo Java is counter service.
- Bob's Steak & Chop House — reservations recommended; phone (615) 761-3707
- Kitchen Notes & Barlines — casual dress; walk-ins welcome
- The Pick & Bongo Java — counter/bar seating; no reservations
| Venue | Reservation Advice | Dress Code |
|---|---|---|
| Bob's Steak & Chop House | Reserve recommended | Casual |
| Kitchen Notes | Not required | Casual |
| Barlines | Not required | Casual |
Best picks and what to expect
For a formal dinner, expect large cuts of prime, corn-fed Midwestern beef and an extensive wine list at Bob's Steak & Chop House. The venue is geared toward evening dining.
If you want Southern breakfast or a casual midday meal, Kitchen Notes focuses on traditional Southern and farm-fresh dishes and keeps a Biscuit Bar running throughout service for quick comfort-food options.
- Bob's Steak & Chop House — steaks, chops, seafood, award-winning wine list (dinner service)
- Kitchen Notes — breakfast and lunch featuring Southern classics and biscuits
- Barlines — casual, live music, good for a late meal and an energetic atmosphere
- The Pick — cocktails and communal seating in the lobby for pre/post-show drinks
| Meal | Best On-site Option |
|---|---|
| Formal dinner | Bob's Steak & Chop House |
| Casual late-night with music | Barlines |
| Coffee and quick bites | Bongo Java |
Family dining and accessibility
Omni Nashville Hotel is family-friendly and its restaurants welcome guests of all ages; there is no adults-only dining section. Kitchen Notes and Barlines are convenient for families looking for casual meals.
If you need accessibility accommodations, the hotel provides accessible public areas; for specific accessible seating or menu concerns, ask the restaurant staff or contact the hotel concierge for assistance.
- Children are welcome at on-site restaurants
- Ask staff about high chairs or kid-friendly menu items (menus may vary)
- Contact the concierge for special requests or accessibility needs
| Need | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Accessible seating | Hotel concierge / restaurant host |
| High chairs / kid options | Restaurant staff |
| Large party / private dining | Catering or private-dining contacts via hotel |
Poolside and seasonal options
The hotel offers a seasonal rooftop pool bar and grill that serves light lunch options poolside when open; this is a casual, outdoor option for registered guests during the pool season and when weather permits.
Pool hours and availability are managed by the hotel; the rooftop pool and whirlpool are reserved for registered guests. For the current seasonal hours and menu availability, check with the front desk or pool staff on arrival.
- Pool Bar — seasonal, serves lunch (typically 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; weather permitting)
- Rooftop pool access is reserved for registered hotel guests (pool hours apply)
- Non-guests may purchase a day pass through ResortPass for pool access
| Service | Availability |
|---|---|
| Pool-side lunch | Seasonal; weather permitting |
| Rooftop pool access | Reserved for registered guests; day passes via ResortPass |
| Cabanas | First-come, first-served or booked per hotel policy |
Nearby dining and late-night options
Omni Nashville Hotel sits in downtown Nashville near Broadway and many off-site restaurants, bars and honky-tonks. If you want to explore beyond the hotel, Lower Broadway is within walking distance for multiple live-music venues and eateries.
Barlines provides a late-night, music-driven option on-site if you prefer to stay in the hotel for night-time entertainment.
- Lower Broadway — many nearby bars and live-music venues within a short walk
- Bridgestone Arena and other downtown attractions are steps away if you're attending an event
- Ask the concierge for specific local restaurant recommendations and walking directions
| Nearby Spot | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Lower Broadway | Live music, bars and late-night dining |
| Bridgestone Arena area | Event crowds and pre/post-show dining options |
| Country Music Hall of Fame area | Casual to formal dining nearby; hotel is adjacent |
