Dining at Omni Nashville Hotel: where and when to eat on-site
Omni Nashville Hotel has five main on-site dining options: Bob's Steak & Chop House for dinner, Kitchen Notes for breakfast and lunch, The Pick lobby bar, Barlines honky-tonk for live-music dining and late-night food, and Bongo Java for coffee. Plan breakfast or casual lunch at Kitchen Notes or Bongo Java, reserve Bob's for an evening steak dinner, and use The Pick or Barlines for pre- or post-show drinks.
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Overview: what’s on-site and who it suits
The hotel offers five named venues inside the building: Bob's Steak & Chop House, Kitchen Notes, The Pick, Barlines, and Bongo Java. There’s also a seasonal rooftop Pool Bar that serves light lunches when open.
These outlets cover most needs: quick coffee and pastries, casual Southern breakfast and lunch, a lively honky-tonk with live music and late-night food, a lobby cocktail bar, and a formal steakhouse for dinner.
- Family-friendly options: Kitchen Notes, Barlines, and Bongo Java welcome guests of all ages.
- Evening/formal: Bob's Steak & Chop House focuses on dinner service and reservations are recommended.
- Quick grab: Bongo Java opens early for coffee and light snacks.
| Venue | Primary Use | When to Go |
|---|---|---|
| Bob's Steak & Chop House | Steakhouse dinner | Evenings (Tue–Sat) |
| Kitchen Notes | Breakfast & lunch, Southern comfort | Morning to early afternoon |
| The Pick | Lobby cocktails, pre/post-show drinks | Afternoon to late evening |
Breakfast & coffee: Kitchen Notes and Bongo Java
Kitchen Notes serves Southern/American breakfast and lunch and features a Biscuit Bar with hot biscuits throughout the day. Hours cover early morning through mid-afternoon, making it the hotel’s main sit-down spot for morning meals.
Bongo Java is the hotel coffee shop with organic, fair-trade coffee and grab-and-go options; it opens earlier for quick meetups or to grab a cup before heading out.
- Kitchen Notes hours: open for breakfast & lunch, generally 6:30 AM–2:00 PM (some listings show slightly later weekend start times).
- Bongo Java hours: roughly 6:00 AM–5:00 PM daily.
- Kitchen Notes does not require reservations; dress code is casual.
| Spot | Typical Offerings | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen Notes | Southern breakfast dishes, Biscuit Bar | Family breakfasts, casual lunches |
| Bongo Java | Organic fair-trade coffee, pastries | Early risers, quick meetings |
Dinner: Bob’s Steak & Chop House
Bob's Steak & Chop House is the hotel’s formal dinner option, specializing in corn-fed Midwestern prime beef, large cuts, seafood and an extensive wine list. It operates as the on-site steakhouse for dinner service.
Bob’s is closed on Sundays and runs evening hours Monday–Saturday. Because it’s a destination restaurant within the hotel, reservations are recommended, and you can call the restaurant directly to book a table.
- Hours: dinner service generally 5:00 PM–10:00 PM Monday–Saturday; Sunday closed.
- Phone for reservations: (615) 761-3707 (hotel lists this number).
- Dress is casual; the restaurant welcomes hotel guests and outside diners.
| Need-to-know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reservations | Recommended for dinner service |
| Accessibility | Bob's offers private dining and event options (contact restaurant) |
| Who it suits | Guests seeking a formal steakhouse dinner |
Bars & nightlife: The Pick, Barlines and seasonal pop-ups
The Pick is the lobby cocktail bar with a guitar-pick-shaped counter and communal seating, designed for cocktails and light bites; its hours span the afternoon into late night on most days. Barlines is the hotel’s honky-tonk-style bar and restaurant that features live music, casual dining, and late-night service.
Barlines also hosts seasonal pop-ups (for example, Blitzen's at Barlines during the Christmas season) and is the spot for an energetic Music City atmosphere without leaving the hotel.
- The Pick hours: Mon–Fri 2:00 PM–12:00 AM; Sat 11:00 AM–12:00 AM; Sun 11:00 AM–10:00 PM.
- Barlines hours: typically 11:00 AM–12:00 AM Sun–Thu and 11:00 AM–1:00 AM Fri–Sat (subject to change).
- No-reservation, casual dress: both spots are set up for walk-in guests and groups.
| Venue | Typical Vibe | Hours (typical) |
|---|---|---|
| The Pick | Cocktails, lobby social space | Afternoon–late night (see hotel listings) |
| Barlines | Honky-tonk, live music, late-night food | Lunch–late night (see hotel listings) |
Pool Bar and casual lunch options
When weather and season permit, the rooftop Pool Bar serves light lunch options poolside for registered guests. Hours are seasonal but reported as serving lunch through mid-afternoon while the pool is open.
For casual in-hotel lunches any day, Kitchen Notes and Barlines are the easiest options; Kitchen Notes covers daytime lunch while Barlines adds a live-music vibe for an afternoon or evening meal.
- Pool Bar hours (seasonal): reported lunch service roughly 11:00 AM–6:00 PM when open; availability depends on weather and season.
- Pool access is reserved for registered hotel guests; non-guests can sometimes buy a day pass via third-party providers.
- Casual lunch fallback: Kitchen Notes (no reservation) or Barlines for a livelier setting.
| Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Rooftop Pool Bar (seasonal) | Casual poolside lunch and drinks (registered guests) |
| Kitchen Notes | Daytime sit-down Southern lunch |
| Barlines | Casual lunch with live music/late-night scene |
Timing, reservations and dining tips
Reserve Bob's Steak & Chop House for dinner if you want a specific time or a weekend table; Kitchen Notes, Barlines and The Pick generally accept walk-ins. For large groups or private events, contact the hotel’s catering or the individual restaurant directly.
Keep the hotel’s schedule in mind: Kitchen Notes closes mid-afternoon, Bongo Java opens early, and the Pool Bar is seasonal. If you need dietary or accessibility information, the hotel and individual venues can provide details on request.
- If attending a concert or event nearby, arrive early for pre-show drinks at The Pick or Barlines to avoid waits.
- Weekend evenings are busiest for Bob's and Barlines—reservations for Bob’s and arriving early at Barlines reduce wait times.
- Ask concierge about special seasonal offerings (for example, holiday pop-ups like Blitzen's at Barlines).
| Question | Quick Answer |
|---|---|
| Do I need reservations? | Recommended for Bob's; not required at Kitchen Notes, Bongo Java, The Pick, or Barlines |
| Are venues family-friendly? | Yes—several options welcome guests of all ages |
| Can non-guests use the pool bar? | Pool access and bar use are generally reserved for registered guests; non-guests can sometimes buy day passes |
