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Once Upon A Time In France, the premier French restaurant in Nashville, invites you to indulge in an authentic culinary experience. Located at 1102 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206, our cozy establishment is dedicated to serving traditional French cuisine with a modern twist. Step into our charming atmosphere and let our expert chefs transport you to the heart of France. Our menu features an array of classic dishes, from rich escargots to tender duck confit, all made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Pair your meal with a glass of wine from our extensive list, featuring an impressive selection of French wines. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a romantic evening out, Once Upon A Time In France is the perfect destination. Our attentive staff will provide exceptional service, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Come and discover the essence of France in the heart of Nashville. Book your table now and savor the flavors of French cuisine at its finest!

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Jayne Riand
Jayne Riand -Google user
6 days ago
We had a lovely dining experience here from beginning to end! Our server was Emily, and she was indeed a delight. We started with a drink special which was red wine with crème de cassis. So good! We tried two appetizers: assiette de fromages (cheese...Read More
$50–100Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkNo wait
Jordan Simmons
Jordan Simmons -Google user
a month ago
My wife and I had a great night at Once Upon A Time In France. Delicious food, cozy atmosphere, and top notch service. Truly a gem in Nashville. We had the Boeuf Bourguignon, Confit de Canard, Le Steak Tartare, Escargots de Bourgogne, and Crème Brûlée....Read More
$50–100Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talk2 peopleNo wait
Sheila Ward
Sheila Ward -Google user
4 months ago
If you have not been to Once Upon A Time in France -you must go! Excellent food, great atmosphere, excellent staff! The food and drinks were amazing! 10 out of 10 . If you are in Nashville or visiting- I highly recommend! The Bocuf Bourguignon...Read More
$30–50Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talk3-4 peopleNo waitHighly recommendClearly labeled vegetarian dishesPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Caroline Carter
Caroline Carter -Google user
6 months ago
Had the best evening here! The environment was welcoming and cozy. We definitely recommend requesting the Chef Experience when you make your reservation. 5 courses with wines pairings, a great way to try so many things! Everything we had was delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Michaelyn Sebold
Michaelyn Sebold -Google user
4 months ago
What an amazing experience! It transports you right to France. Andy (I believe) was our server. It was my last night visiting Nashville but I'm back often and this made me want to come back sooner.
Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkNot sureUp to 10 min
Joseph Beatty
Joseph Beatty -Google user
Edited 6 months ago
We had my sister in town who loves French cuisine. We wanted to try this place for her. We are sure clad we did!! The vieux carres were tres bien!! The escargot and the scallop appetizers were delicious. The lobster bisque...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Beef Bourguignon, French Onion Soup, Chocolate Mousse, Café GourmandSomewhat recommendNot surePlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Helen H
Helen H -Google user
3 months ago
Excellent French restaurant in Nash! Visited multiple times, and all dishes were nicely done! Perfect for celebration/date. Excellent service too!
$30–50Atmosphere: 5Le Steak Tartare2 peopleNo wait
Twyla Becker
Twyla Becker -Google user
5 months ago
We had a lovely anniversary celebration here! We had heard the onion soup was a must, so we started with that; it did not disappoint, so incredibly good! Turned out, this was the last week onion soup was on the menu for this...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Crème Brulée, Beef Bourguignon, French Onion SoupSomewhat difficult to find parkingFree parking lot
Lingekon Xaysana (layoceaner)
Lingekon Xaysana (layoceaner) -Google user
5 months ago
I honestly don’t want to make this review because I don’t want this place to be overcrowded every time I take a visit, this restaurant is a hidden gem in Nashville serving real authentic French cuisine with the finest ingredients, with what I paid for...Read More
Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 5Crème Brulée, Chocolate Mousse, Tiramisu
Mackenzie Perry
Mackenzie Perry -Google user
6 months ago
Every combination of what you want in a great restaurant hit spot on. Ambience, the service…and best yet, was the food. Every dish had so much care in it. Plating to the seasonings and flavor.
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Crème Brulée, French Onion Soup, Le Steak Tartare
Karmadillo
Karmadillo -Google user
a year ago
What a great dining experience! Super friendly and informative staff, relaxed atmosphere and the food was amazing. We got the escargot and steak tartare for appetizers, which were totally new to both of us and we loved them so much that we ended up ordering...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Le Steak Tartare, Beef Bourguignon, Chocolate Mousse
Katlin Thompson
Katlin Thompson -Google user
a year ago
We had escargot, steak tartare, duck confit, beef bourguignon, and chocolate mousse with espresso... Everything was phenomenal. Y'all just look at our plates!! Don't they look amazing! And they tasted just as good as they look!! The mousse was nice and creamy. Everything has a...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Le Steak Tartare, Beef Bourguignon, Chocolate MousseSomewhat difficult to find parkingIt's a small lot
Merrill Wright
Merrill Wright -Google user
11 months ago
We LOVE Once Upon a Time in France. This is such a unique restaurant and the atmosphere takes you to France once you step in. The staff is amazing and always cheerful. The food is always consistent every time we come in and again, the...Read More
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5Crème Brulée, Beef Bourguignon, Steak Frites Green Peppercorn Butter
Emily Jones
Emily Jones -Google user
6 months ago
I could write a lot about this place, but the most important thing was I did not feel like I was in America. Merci beaucoup. Trop trop Bon. Shout out to the bartender though for helping us practice our French together. I can’t wait to see...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Steak Frites Green Peppercorn Butter, Roquefort Sauce
P M
P M -Google user
Edited a year ago
I had a wonderful dining experience. The steak tartare was fantastic, the onion soup was delicious, and the Beef Bourguignon was wonderfully tender and flavorful. The Crème brûlée was a delightful finish, and our waitress provided exceptional service.
Alexandria Shangreaux
Alexandria Shangreaux -Google user
2 years ago
The atmosphere is so charming. It's tight seating, but that makes it cozy. It's charming and sweet. The cuisine is amazing. I highly recommend the Duck, as that was my personal favorite. The crème brûlée was one of the best I've had in Nashville. The...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Terri Schmidt
Terri Schmidt -Google user
3 weeks ago
Amazing! Just visited for the first time tonight. We had a scallop/mushroom appetizer that was heavenly (and a family recipe from Lyon). We had trout (wow!) and beef bourguignon (yum!). We had a cider from Brittney and the house red which was very good. Dessert...Read More
$100+Atmosphere: 5Moderate noise2 people, 3-4 peopleNo waitOwner and Staff were very friendly. Great vibe to the place
Elias West
Elias West -Google user
11 months ago
If you enjoy classic French cuisine then Once Upon a Time in France is all you need. Everything we ate was flavorful and well prepared. While the food tasted great, I was waiting for something to make my taste buds light up in a way...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 4Lobster Bisque Soup
Peter Aylsworth
Peter Aylsworth -Google user
8 months ago
We have had the best experiences, dining here. The food, the atmosphere, waitstaff have always been amazing! I always look forward to our next meal. It’s like being back in Paris!
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5La Soupe Ál'oignon de Mon Père, Beef Bourguignon
Jack Brunson
Jack Brunson -Google user
5 months ago
Food was incredible and the atmosphere is unintimidating for uninitiated food lovers. Perfect if you (like me) are more yee haw than bourgeois.
$30–50Atmosphere: 5

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