Merchants Restaurant
401 Broadway, Nashville, TN
280 Capacity
$1,000 to $15,000 / Event
Merchants is a lively three-floor restaurant situated in the heart of downtown Nashville on the corner of Broadway and 4th Avenue. The architecturally significant building dates back to 1892 and has a torrid history that mirrors the electric events that have shaped the personality and character of this downtown area.
The street-level entrance of Merchants leads to a vibrant black and white bistro, often filled with a cross-section of local business men and women, tourists and those attending events in the downtown area. The bistro boasts quality cocktails, comfortable food, and impeccable service.
The second floor of Merchants is open for dinner and has a totally different vibe than the bistro. A little fancier and more upscale, it has a separate menu from the bistro. The dining room on the second floor offers more refined dishes, a more expansive wine list, and several top-tier steak options.
The third floor of Merchants is private dining space perfectly suited for rehearsal dinners, business dinners, cocktail events or any other reason to gather some of your closest friends together to enjoy company and sustenance.
Merchants Restaurant
401 Broadway, Nashville, TN
280 Capacity
$1,000 to $15,000 / Event
Merchants is a lively three-floor restaurant situated in the heart of downtown Nashville on the corner of Broadway and 4th Avenue. The architecturally significant building dates back to 1892 and has a torrid history that mirrors the electric events that have shaped the personality and character of this downtown area.
The street-level entrance of Merchants leads to a vibrant black and white bistro, often filled with a cross-section of local business men and women, tourists and those attending events in the downtown area. The bistro boasts quality cocktails, comfortable food, and impeccable service.
The second floor of Merchants is open for dinner and has a totally different vibe than the bistro. A little fancier and more upscale, it has a separate menu from the bistro. The dining room on the second floor offers more refined dishes, a more expansive wine list, and several top-tier steak options.
The third floor of Merchants is private dining space perfectly suited for rehearsal dinners, business dinners, cocktail events or any other reason to gather some of your closest friends together to enjoy company and sustenance.
Event Pricing
3rd Floor Private Dining
130 people max
$1,000 - $4,500
per event
2nd Floor Private Dining
150 people max
$15,000 per event
People Often Ask
Yes, buyouts of the second floor or the entire restaurant can be arranged for larger groups. Please submit an inquiry through our online event form to discuss availability and capacities.
Absolutely. Our culinary team prepares multi-course plated dinners, family-style meals, and passed hors d'oeuvres featuring our signature Southern-influenced cuisine. Dietary restrictions can easily be accommodated with advance notice.
Yes, all private event bookings are subject to a food and beverage minimum. These minimums vary depending on the day of the week, season, and time of day, and do not include taxes, gratuity, or administrative fees.
The third-floor private dining room is equipped with a high-definition projector, a pull-down screen, and a wireless microphone. Please coordinate your technical needs with our events team prior to your event.
Yes, our private event space features its own fully stocked bar. We offer several beverage options, including hosted bar packages, consumption-based billing, and cash bar setups.
We are located at the corner of 4th Avenue and Broadway in downtown Nashville. While we do not offer dedicated private parking, there are several public parking garages and surface lots within short walking distance.
You are welcome to bring in table centerpieces, floral arrangements, and other personal decorations. To preserve our historic building, we do not allow decorations to be taped, tacked, or nailed to the walls, and glitter or confetti is prohibited.
Additional Info
Venue Types
Features
- Max Number of People for an Event: 280