Aba Nashville
Aba Nashville serves Modern Mediterranean cooking with California influence and holds a 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
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- Address
- 435 Houston St, Nashville, TN 37203
- Phone
- +16292709501
- Website
- abarestaurants.com
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2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
Wine Spectator gave Aba Nashville its 2026 Award of Excellence, and the venue pours from an extensive wine list with corkage allowed. That makes wine a central planning factor for dinner.
Modern Mediterranean with California influence
Modern Mediterranean cooking with California influence frames dishes such as Crispy Short Rib Hummus, Whipped Feta Spread, Hot Honey Halloumi, and Beef Tenderloin Kebab. Local sourcing also shapes the kitchen’s approach.
Private dining, open kitchen, business casual
Private dining, an open kitchen, and a standalone setting suit a planned group meal. Upscale casual service, lively noise, leisurely pacing, and business casual dress point to a social dinner rather than a brief stop.
- Crispy Short Rib Hummus
- Whipped Feta Spread
- Hot Honey Halloumi
- Beef Tenderloin Kebab
- Frozen Lemon Meringue Bar
- Spicy Chicken Ragu Hummus
- Banana Pudding Cake
Budget Reality Check
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aba Nashville | $$$ | , | Melrose, Modern Mediterranean with California Influence | |
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Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
Wine Spectator
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At a Glance
- Romantic
- Elegant
- Modern
- Lively
- Date Night
- Celebration
- Special Occasion
- Group Dining
- Private Dining
- Open Kitchen
- Design Destination
- Standalone
- Extensive Wine List
- Craft Cocktails
- Corkage Allowed
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 4–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 4–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 4–10 PM
- Thursday
- 4–10 PM
- Friday
- 4–11 PM
- Saturday
- 10 AM–11 PM
- Sunday
- 10 AM–9 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Romantic with lush decor and moody lighting; can be lively and occasionally loud on weekend nights, particularly in main dining areas.