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A Look Inside: Earls Nashville

April 27, 2026 | Advertising Disclosure | Our Partners may be mentioned in this article.

Earls Kitchen + Bar officially opened to the public on Wednesday, April 16, 2026, at Nashville Yards. This is the very first Earls location in Tennessee and the 12th in the United States. With 70 locations across North America, Earls is known for bold food, handcrafted cocktails, and a lively, upscale vibe. The Nashville location already has a 4.9 Google Rating from over 700 reviewers. Nashville Guru stopped by to get a look inside the buzz-worthy destination.

The Interior

Earls Nashville Yards is a carefully-designed space and completely unique to Music City, featuring custom light fixtures and seating, local artwork by Shabazz Larkin and Amanda Woods, and a stunning bar with sweeping wood arches. It seats 260 guests and has a fun, energetic feel from the moment you walk in. The space works well for a casual dinner, a work lunch, or a private event, with options ranging from intimate dinners to full restaurant buyouts.

The Exterior

With its close proximity to The Pinnacle, this is an ideal option for dinner before a concert. Grab a spot on the outdoor covered patio to sip cocktails while watching the activity at Nashville Yards. Self-parking and valet parking are both available.

The Menu

Earls is open from lunch to late-night, serving a range of cuisine including sushi, steaks, salads, handhelds, tacos, pasta, and much more. The globally-inspired menu offers standout items like Oysters on the Half Shell, Steak + Sushi, and Spicy Calabrian Pasta. On weekends, brunch is available from 10:00am to 3:00pm with dishes like the Chilaquiles Brunch Bowl and Tomato + Feta Shakshuka.

On the beverage side, Earls is known for its margaritas, such as The Spicy Margarita and the Mango Smokeshow Margarita, made with fresh-squeezed juice and 100% agave tequila. The bar also offers inventive cocktails, classic drinks, shareable cocktail towers, zero-proof options, and a wine list. Happy hour runs twice daily in the lounge, patio, and bar, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm and again from 9:00pm to close.

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