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Lockeland Table

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·491k reviews·,

A charming East Nashville spot with Southern-accented American grub & wood-fired pizzas. Known for its unique menu, cozy ambiance, and community focus...

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Lockeland Table

Lockeland Table

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A charming East Nashville spot with Southern-accented American grub & wood-fired pizzas. Known for its unique menu, cozy ambiance, and community focus.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"The kind of restaurant all towns need! Amazing food and service."

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Reservations Recommended

Book table seating days in advance, especially for busy periods.

Community Hour Deals

Visit Mon-Sat 4-6 PM for $7 drinks and snacks that support local schools.

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Open·Closes 10PM

Cuisine

American, Southern

Price

Mid-range

Phone

(615) 228-4864

Address

1520 Woodland St, Nashville, TN 37206, USA

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Southern-Accented American Cuisine

Southern-Accented American Cuisine

Rustic charm meets refined comfort food, with wood-fired pizzas and unique Southern-inspired dishes.

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Wood-Fired Pizzas

Wood-Fired Pizzas

Delectable specialty pies emerge from the wood-fired oven, perfect for sharing or savoring solo.

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Community Hour

Community Hour

Enjoy $7 drinks and snacks, with a portion of proceeds benefiting local schools.

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Reservations Recommended

Book table seating days in advance, especially for busy periods.

Community Hour Deals

Visit Mon-Sat 4-6 PM for $7 drinks and snacks that support local schools.

East Nashville highlight: Lockland Table + Kore If you know, you know. 👀 Two of the best spots in town for food, drinks, and good vibes. Lockeland Table never misses with Southern staples done right, and Koré? The cocktails and Korean BBQ-inspired plates are next level. Support your locals—especially when they taste this good.🙌🏻 #EastNashvilleEats #LockelandTable #KoréNashville #SupportLocal #Nash...
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If you’re new to Nashville, you’ll fall in love with Lockeland Table! 🍽️ Swing by for their Community Hour, where a portion of the proceeds supports the Lockeland Design Center PTO. It’s more than just great food—it’s a way to give back to the community. Let’s support local together! ❤️ #nashvilleeats #supportlocal #lockelandtable #eastnashville #communityfirst
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Try Signature Dishes

Don't miss empanadas, wings with peanut sauce, skillet cookies, and bone marrow.

No Substitutions

The menu does not allow for substitutions on dishes.

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Reservations Recommended

Book table seating days in advance, especially for busy periods.

Community Hour Deals

Visit Mon-Sat 4-6 PM for $7 drinks and snacks that support local schools.

Try Signature Dishes

Don't miss empanadas, wings with peanut sauce, skillet cookies, and bone marrow.

No Substitutions

The menu does not allow for substitutions on dishes.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Lockeland Table is a beloved neighborhood gem offering a unique and delicious American menu with Southern influences and wood-fired pizzas. Diners rave about the ambiance and attentive service, with many highlighting signature dishes like empanadas and the skillet cookie. While generally praised, some find the menu limited or occasionally inconsistent, and a few mention issues with drink pricing or a lively, sometimes boisterous atmosphere.

"Nestled in a residential community, this small restaurant was fabulous. Food was very tasty and unique. Portions great and lots of different quirky dishes. Parking free along street, easy to find. They have outdoor and bar seating but if you want table seating, make a reservation days ahead of time. Gets pretty busy here. We ordered empanadas, the margarita pizza and vegan farm plate. Everything was delicious except was a bit underwhelmed by the pizza."

Alan

"Very boutique menu. Not a lot of choices and the ones they have are pretty unique. The food was good and the server was very nice and attentive. The mixed drink was 18$ and very small so I don't recommend that. The pork chop was good. The mussels were also good but the bread for doing in the sauce wasn't and they're wasn't anything else with them. Could have benefitted from some noodles"

Melisa Mason

"The menu felt somewhat inconsistent. Some items were delicious. Others were nothing special. My friends and I split a bunch of dishes. Loved the bibb lettuce wedge salad. That was the best dish that we ate. The arancini was fine. The happy hour tacos I don’t recommend. They lacked a depth of flavor I was hoping for. The campanelle pasta was tasty. The sides with the pork chop were better than the pork chop itself. Loved the ambiance inside. It was very lively. And everything was priced well."

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What People Like

Unique and delicious menu
Cozy, lively atmosphere
Attentive and friendly service

What People Dislike

Limited menu choices
Inconsistent dishes
Occasional high drink prices

Frequently Asked Questions

While the restaurant has a lively atmosphere, larger groups might find it boisterous. Reservations are highly recommended for table seating.

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Popular choices include empanadas, wings with peanut sauce, skillet cookies, bone marrow appetizer, and wood-fired pizzas.

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Yes, the menu includes dishes that cater to vegetarian and vegan diners, as noted by reviewers.

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From Monday to Saturday, 4-6 PM, enjoy $7 drinks and snacks, with a portion of proceeds benefiting local schools.

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No, the restaurant does not allow substitutions on menu items.

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Parking is typically available along the street, which is free and generally easy to find.

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Lockeland Table is like the Mr. Rogers of restaurants—it’s comforting, kind, and legitimately happy to be your East Nashville neighbor. The wood-and-brick dining room and menu are equally homey, and the latter includes platters of smoked bone marrow, empanadas, and wood-fired pies. Instead of your usual Happy Hour, Lockeland hosts a “community hour” Monday through Saturday from 4-6pm with $7 drinks and snacks, with a portion of proceeds going to parent-teacher groups of schools in and around Nashville.

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