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Ella’s by Christian Petroni is a SoBro restaurant serving seasonal coastal Italian cuisine in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. The menu highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients, perfect for those seeking a taste of the Italian coast in the heart of Nashville.
Stylish destination for upmarket cocktails & coastal Italian dishes in the Hyatt Centric hotel.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 210 Molloy St, Nashville, TN 37201
Phone: (629) 248-9515
Website: https://www.ellason2nd.com/
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Zab Eton
My wife and I visited Nashville for few days, and wanted an Italian dinner. We saw the good reviews for this place and decided to give it a go. Trust me, Nashville has a lot of options.
We were really disappointed. I was expecting more from this restaurant.
The service was great. No complaints there. However, the food was not good at all, just average.
The eggplant and pasta, both were salty!
My chicken parm was better, not good.
The wine was good.
The size is big, which is good, depending your appetite.
The prices are acceptable.
I’m sorry to say I do not recommend it, and I will not be back.
… moreWe were really disappointed. I was expecting more from this restaurant.
The service was great. No complaints there. However, the food was not good at all, just average.
The eggplant and pasta, both were salty!
My chicken parm was better, not good.
The wine was good.
The size is big, which is good, depending your appetite.
The prices are acceptable.
I’m sorry to say I do not recommend it, and I will not be back.
Aaron Carlton
Went here for a birthday party with friends and family. The location is easy to find, and there’s a parking garage directly overhead if you prefer to self-park. We paid $25 for our time there. They also offer valet parking for $25, but I believe the restaurant can validate it down to $10.
We had a reservation and they had our table ready. When they took the reservation, they also asked for a card to charge in case you have to cancel within 24 hours of the reservation, it is a $25 per person charge for cancelling within that window. Fair policy.
The atmosphere was very nice. Warmly lit, comfortable, and a great setting for a group dinner. The food was excellent all the way around, easily a 10/10. We especially loved the arugula salad, pork chops, and desserts.
Where things fell short was the service. Our server was slow to take our order and seemed somewhat disengaged. At one point he called me “buddy,” which I did not appreciate as it’s a personal pet peeve of mine and just unprofessional in general. When it came time to settle up, we were told that checks could only be split three ways, which made things inconvenient for a larger group. Maybe that’s a limitation of their system, but it still left a poor impression and would have been nice to know from the beginning.
What also didn’t sit well was the automatic gratuity. For our group of seven, a 20% tip was automatically added on food and beverages before tax. When our server mentioned it, he referred to it as a “17% tip included,” which felt misleading and disingenuous.
All that said, the food and atmosphere were wonderful, and I’d definitely give the restaurant another try in hopes of a better service experience next time.
… moreWe had a reservation and they had our table ready. When they took the reservation, they also asked for a card to charge in case you have to cancel within 24 hours of the reservation, it is a $25 per person charge for cancelling within that window. Fair policy.
The atmosphere was very nice. Warmly lit, comfortable, and a great setting for a group dinner. The food was excellent all the way around, easily a 10/10. We especially loved the arugula salad, pork chops, and desserts.
Where things fell short was the service. Our server was slow to take our order and seemed somewhat disengaged. At one point he called me “buddy,” which I did not appreciate as it’s a personal pet peeve of mine and just unprofessional in general. When it came time to settle up, we were told that checks could only be split three ways, which made things inconvenient for a larger group. Maybe that’s a limitation of their system, but it still left a poor impression and would have been nice to know from the beginning.
What also didn’t sit well was the automatic gratuity. For our group of seven, a 20% tip was automatically added on food and beverages before tax. When our server mentioned it, he referred to it as a “17% tip included,” which felt misleading and disingenuous.
All that said, the food and atmosphere were wonderful, and I’d definitely give the restaurant another try in hopes of a better service experience next time.
Leslie Cosme (Leli)
Super disappointed in the food quality. The Caesar salad was literally just iceberg lettuce with dressing that had no flavor at all. It did not taste like Caesar—very plain and more like sour cream. After trying it, we didn’t eat the salads. We ordered two salads at $14 each, and spending nearly $30 on something we couldn’t eat is ridiculous.
The pizza was also extremely overpriced. For $22, it was about the size of a small to medium Domino’s pizza and had very little flavor. The tomato sauce tasted spoiled, like it had gone bad, which made it completely unappetizing.
Overall, the food was not worth the price at all. I expected much better quality from a restaurant in a Hyatt hotel. Very disappointing.
… moreThe pizza was also extremely overpriced. For $22, it was about the size of a small to medium Domino’s pizza and had very little flavor. The tomato sauce tasted spoiled, like it had gone bad, which made it completely unappetizing.
Overall, the food was not worth the price at all. I expected much better quality from a restaurant in a Hyatt hotel. Very disappointing.
James B
The fusilli alla vodka was next-level—hands down the best pasta I’ve ever had. Our server brought great energy, and the Caesar salad plus pepperoni-hot honey pizza hit all the right notes. Despite the buzz from the Hyatt bar next door, the open kitchen vibe, knockout flavors, and warm service made it a standout experience. 10/10 would recommend—this place leaves a mark.
… moreCynthia J
My boyfriend and I came here for my 25th birthday dinner. We had the margarita pizza to start with, we’ve had better but it was good. I had a rigatoni pasta and it was delicious. He had the salmon and he ate everything. They were also sweet enough to give me a chocolate cheesecake for my birthday. Overall, it was a lovely experience.
… moreMargie Prather
Tonight was our first time dining at Ella’s. Very upbeat and easy going atmosphere for a night out. Our server was exceptional (Savannah). My husband and I had a filet special. The filet was sitting on mashed potatoes and broccolini. It also came with a special sauce. It was my favorite steak dinner I’ve had in Nashville and I am a local Nashvillian. We also had the mozzarella sticks and potato croquettes. All were delicious. The dessert was great. It was a signature dessert- coconut pecan cake. It was enough to feed 4-6 people but it was so good that I had half of it myself. We will definitely go back and tell others to try this restaurant.
… moreWendy LooHoo
We just had brunch here and it was delicious!!! The bread was thick and toasty, eggs cooked to our exact specifications, butter creamy and delicious and the ricotta pancakes – resplendent! It is the Hyatt’s house restaurant but it was worth it! Also the hostess, and our waiter, Kelly, were e accommodating and very pleasant!
… moreAmy McCarthy
Ella’s on 2nd delivered an absolutely amazing family dinner last night~Jay was hands-down one of the best servers in Nashville: empty dishes and glasses disappeared instantly, and his personality kept the whole table laughing and engaged.
The menu selection is outstanding, and the family-style dining makes everything even better. Fried meatballs, chicken parm, and that coconut cake… chef’s kiss
Can’t say enough good things~already looking forward to our next visit.
… moreThe menu selection is outstanding, and the family-style dining makes everything even better. Fried meatballs, chicken parm, and that coconut cake… chef’s kiss
Can’t say enough good things~already looking forward to our next visit.
Bri Gee
TikTok led us here for the dining experience. We made reservations in advance but arrived early and were pleasantly seated 30 minutes ahead of schedule. The restaurant’s ambiance was perfect for a date night, offering an intimate setting with dim lighting.
Our waiter was fantastic—despite managing multiple tables, he remained attentive to our requests and needs.
For appetizers, we started with mozzarella sticks and steak fries. Both came out hot, fresh, and satisfying, easing our hunger.
For the main course:
• Chicken Rigatoni and Ragu: 6.5/10
• Lemon Ravioli with Salmon: 7.5/10
The pasta was clearly Italian-inspired, featuring al dente noodles and a bright lemon zest. The salmon was seared to perfection on both sides, complementing the dish beautifully.
Though we were too full for dessert, our waiter surprised us with a rich dark chocolate fudge cake with strawberries and whipped cream in celebration of our friend’s engagement. The tiramisu also seemed like a popular choice—nearly every table had one!
Pro tip: Valet parking is recommended. It’s $10 after applying the restaurant’s discount code.
We’re not locals, but the area seems to offer some exciting nightlife options nearby—definitely worth exploring after dinner!
… moreOur waiter was fantastic—despite managing multiple tables, he remained attentive to our requests and needs.
For appetizers, we started with mozzarella sticks and steak fries. Both came out hot, fresh, and satisfying, easing our hunger.
For the main course:
• Chicken Rigatoni and Ragu: 6.5/10
• Lemon Ravioli with Salmon: 7.5/10
The pasta was clearly Italian-inspired, featuring al dente noodles and a bright lemon zest. The salmon was seared to perfection on both sides, complementing the dish beautifully.
Though we were too full for dessert, our waiter surprised us with a rich dark chocolate fudge cake with strawberries and whipped cream in celebration of our friend’s engagement. The tiramisu also seemed like a popular choice—nearly every table had one!
Pro tip: Valet parking is recommended. It’s $10 after applying the restaurant’s discount code.
We’re not locals, but the area seems to offer some exciting nightlife options nearby—definitely worth exploring after dinner!
Lane
Very little positive to be said about our experience at Ella’s. We were seated on time for our reservation – a reservation we definitely didn’t need since only 2 other tables were occupied.
We got the mozzarella sticks to start. They’re way too thick – the ratio of cheese is just too much. We got the vodka sauce and chicken parm as mains and shared the pepperoni and hot honey pizza. The vodka sauce was good but the chopped basil was bitter and threw the whole dish off. The pasta shape for this dish is giant – nothing like something I’ve had before. The chicken parm was hardly a cutlet – way too thick. It’s a huge piece of chicken with an alright flavor, but the thickness takes it away from being chicken parm. The marinara sauce on the occupying spaghetti is not good – like the vodka sauce it had one element that was off-putting. The pizza was gross – globbed on cheese atop floppy crust.
They did give us a free chocolate tart dessert for a birthday we were celebrating. It was very good – the best part of the meal.
Service was okay. Other tables that ordered after us got their food first. Our waiter kept our waters full but was slow to check in on us, clear plates, and bring the bill. He was friendly enough though – one of the other waiters seemed much better.
I wouldn’t recommend Ella’s whatsoever.
… moreWe got the mozzarella sticks to start. They’re way too thick – the ratio of cheese is just too much. We got the vodka sauce and chicken parm as mains and shared the pepperoni and hot honey pizza. The vodka sauce was good but the chopped basil was bitter and threw the whole dish off. The pasta shape for this dish is giant – nothing like something I’ve had before. The chicken parm was hardly a cutlet – way too thick. It’s a huge piece of chicken with an alright flavor, but the thickness takes it away from being chicken parm. The marinara sauce on the occupying spaghetti is not good – like the vodka sauce it had one element that was off-putting. The pizza was gross – globbed on cheese atop floppy crust.
They did give us a free chocolate tart dessert for a birthday we were celebrating. It was very good – the best part of the meal.
Service was okay. Other tables that ordered after us got their food first. Our waiter kept our waters full but was slow to check in on us, clear plates, and bring the bill. He was friendly enough though – one of the other waiters seemed much better.
I wouldn’t recommend Ella’s whatsoever.