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Famed New York City restaurateur Anthony Scotto brings his decades of experience to Nashville's Gulch neighborhood with Luogo. Named after the Italian word for “the place,” this must-visit destination focuses on upscale, authentic Italian food featuring many of Scotto's iconic dishes, with the focus being coastal cuisine. Join us for Bellini Brunch every Friday - Sunday afternoon! Luogo offers Half Priced Prosecco bottles & signature brunch fare, including our famous Meatball Bloody Mary and Frittata Italia!
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I would not have had a problem bringing my well mannered young nephew. I have seen children there.
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- Mar 17, 2024
This review is NSFW. As a human being this was an enchanting experience to say the least. I have 68 reviews around the southeast and I cannot state enough the whirlwind that this sent my body through.
Appetizers: Risotto balls were cheesy, light, and pumped full of tastiness that leaves your tongue tingling. Margahreta pizza was thin as a finger-nail with a delectable sauce and cheese blend. We also tried the chips and the cheese was a gastronomical Big O.
The mains: we went overboard. We ordered the Gnocchi (divine with fresh chicken). The chicken appeared to be coddled, loved, and fed with only the finest of heavenly ingredients and self sacrificed itself to have the honor of being plated on this dish.
I had the short rib that actually slipped off the bone. The bone fell out with no meat attached and each bite melted in your mouth before swallowing.
Our friends ordered the duck ragú and it was delicious.
Dessert: cheesecake. Crafted from God himself. Tiramisu was elite. Olive oil cake shames all the other girls for being dusty and dry as she's the top dog. The tart wasn't great.
The SERVICE: we were treated as first class royalty. Plates were replaced after every course. Immediately after someone de-crumbed our table. New silverware consistently. Never went a second without a full water glass. Multiple people working our table and managers consistently checking in.
Ambiance was beautiful and classy. The chef can be seen walking around and greeting guests. Staff seemed like they all genuinely wanted to be there.
This experience was a true gift. You must budget this into your next celebration. It's bar none to anything else in Nashville.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Evan F.
Mar 17, 2024
Connor, what an absolutely phenomenal review and amazing compliments, thank you! Luogo is all about making each guest feel right at home from the moment they walk into our front door, we are so pleased to know that you had an astounding time dining with us with each little detail we provide. Looking forward to having you join us again for more memorable meals in the near future!
- Feb 23, 2024
PACKED AND OVERPRICED. We arrived on a Saturday night and the restaurant was full. They sat us at a long banquette with a table for two and we had people on each side of us. We were sitting so close to other people we could see their meal and hear their conversation.
I ordered the bread appetizer and the seabass. See my photo of the bread appetizer. For the price, it was not much bread at all. I have received a whole loaf in other Italian restaurants or the bread was just complementary. So that was my first disappointment. For my main course I had the seabass. When I ordered it, I asked if I could change the side dish to a pasta. The server no, this is way it comes. Ok then. The dish arrived and the fish skin side down and when I flipped it over it was the thinnest piece of fish I have ever been served in a restaurant. When I scraped the fish off the skin with my fork, it amounted to 2 bites of fish. For approx. $40, I expected more. I had the gelato for dessert and it very nice so no complaints there. She had a pasta dish- the pappardelle with duck ragu. She liked it but didn't finish it.
I had the bread, the seabass, the gelato, and bottle of water and it was approx. $92. I mean come on now. We visited for the weekend and felt Nashville was overpriced as a whole- from the hotel room, to the breakfast place we stopped at, and now this restaurant for dinner. It was par for the course. If you do decide to try it, bring money and expect very little.Helpful 1Thanks 1Love this 1Oh no 1Business owner information
Evan F.
Feb 24, 2024
Hi Andrea. Sorry to hear that Luogo isn't for you. I'm thrilled to hear your friend enjoyed her Duck Ragu and that you had some great desserts. The rest of the feedback is a little hard to grapple with - I mean, the idea that you had to sit near other people and see their food or hear them speaking?? How terrible that must have been for you! For what it's worth to anyone else reading your review, we do not have a bread appetizer on the menu. Our focaccia bread is listed on the menu clearly as a side dish and is left plain and unseasoned so guests may enjoy it to sop up extra sauces from other dishes, not to be eaten as a stand alone appetizer, though if you're looking for more free breadsticks you could have always just asked and we would have kept them coming. We certainly want everyone to enjoy their experience both at Luogo and in Nashville, though it sounds like between the hotel situation and the breakfast place you started your day at, disappointment was following you no matter where you would have gone. All the best and kindest regards - Evan Fazio, General Manager - LUOGO
- Feb 18, 2024
This is fine dining in Nashville. 4 of us ate here and everything was exceptionally prepared. Delicious! The price is what you would expect for such high quality food. This ain't Taco Bell!
I had the clams & spaghetti in a white wine sauce. It was delicious and I loved every bit of it. Others had salmon, short ribs, chitarra with meat balls. And their reaction was the same as mine.
The desserts are exceptional too. Wow!
As Arnold said, 'I'll be back!'Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0Business owner information
Evan F.
Feb 22, 2024
Steve, thank you for the wonderful review! Happy to hear that you and the rest of your guests enjoyed all of the food options we have to offer! Can't wait to have you all back for more amazing dinners in the near future!
- Apr 20, 2024
This place was really good! I enjoyed their pasta options. The duck pasta was really good. I got the bolognese and I thought it was ok. Very heavy on the olive oil to the point where I thought it took away from the flavor-fulness of the sauce. But my only complaint for that pasta was the olive oil quantity. The desserts, especially the doughnuts, were really good. Good drink selection although pricy. The service was ok? It was a bit slow. I felt like the place was a bit over-hyped (all my friends have been raving about it) but overall it was good food. The tables are spaced well so you don't feel packed in and there is room for bigger groups. No free parking, but they offer valet for $15.
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Evan F.
Apr 21, 2024
So glad you had a good time with us! We really appreciate all of the feedback! I will share this with our kitchen team so that we can tighten up those pasta issues. I apologize that the service was a bit slow for your liking but, we would love to get you back in the restaurant so that you can receive a 5 star experience!
- Dec 12, 20231 check-in
What an amazingly delicious way to kick off a weekend with friends in Nashville. A first timer here at Luogo's and there's so much to rave about.
Let's start off with the decor and service. A modern motiff with a touch of old world Italian flare, nice lighting and a very upbeat vibe. Impeccable service - very knowledgeable on the menu, history of the business and a commitment to giving a high end experience.
So, getting to the meat of the review (lol) I give you 3 top choices.
Spaghetti with Manilla Clams - perfect texture with amazing flavor and sauce.
Chianti Braised Beef Rib - So melt in your mouth tender. No need for a knife.
Chicken Marsala - A gorgeous presentation with tender chicken and great flavor.
And my review wouldn't be complete without mentioning the cocktails and dessert. My gin martini was fantastic with the cranberry reduction and Pechaudes Bitters. And the Salted Caramel Hot Buttered Rum was ordered quite a few times lol. And I tell you here and now, your meal won't be complete unless you order the Bomboloni (hand made sugar coated, vanilla cream filled donuts) with a sinfully delicious chocolate dipping sauce.
A very impressive and outstanding experience of delicious food, great ambience and top notch service.Helpful 115Thanks 26Love this 107Oh no 0Business owner information
Evan F.
Dec 16, 2023
Thank you Dave for this phenomenal 5 star review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience here with us at Luogo! There are so many great items to choose from on our menu and we are happy to hear that you have found some that you enjoyed thoroughly! We will be sure to pass along your positive regards to our culinary and bar team, looking forward to having you dine with us again soon!
- Amber A.Nashville-Davidson metropolitan government (balance), TN084May 3, 2024
Such a fun place to go to in the gulch! The food was so tasty, and the portions were perfect! You have to try to eggplant and zucchini pie - YUM! I got the gnocchi and thought it was excellent but my guests got the rigatoni bolognese and raved about it just as much. The service was excellent; the appetizers and entrees were spaced out well. The restaurant itself was very cute, decorated well! I would return and recommend it to anyone!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Tim E.Estes Park, CO222354May 1, 2024
Tourists keep this place alive. It's a shame this is the #1 Italian spot in Nashville. Don't waste your money.
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Evan F.
May 2, 2024
Hi Tim. I apologize that your experience with us was not up to your expectation. We truly do thrive on feedback, and would have loved the opportunity to make things right while you were in the restaurant. If there was something about the food or service that was particularly a waste for you I would very much appreciate you emailing me @ johnny@luogorestaurant.com so I can get a little more context. Hope you have a great day!
- Nov 6, 2023
Luogo was our first dinner spot during our recent trip to Nashville, which kicked off the trip on a high note. About halfway through our meal, we discussed the last time we had such delicious Italian food. Before landing on Luogo as our dinner spot, we decided between here and Pelato (owned by the same company). Later in our trip, we went to Pelato, but starting with Luogo was an excellent decision. For a party of two, I found it a nice semi-upscale spot to get a great dinner.
Besides the food, a very noticeable positive of Luogo is the service. During our visit, we were constantly being attended to, and everyone from the second you step foot inside the restaurant is more than friendly. At no point did our wine need to be refilled, water refilled, or did an empty plate stay on the table for too long. You can tell that quality service is a big emphasis for their business, and everyone works together.
Getting to the food now. We split a Grilled Caesar salad, a bottle of wine, and then two pasta dishes. From the pictures on Yelp, I was set on getting the Chitarra with Beef Meatballs. The tomato sauce is hearty but also not overpowering. The meatballs are so juicy, and each bit is a good one.Helpful 1Thanks 1Love this 1Oh no 0 - Victoria L.Nolensville, TN71038108Feb 15, 2024
Luogo is a MUST. I'm so happy they made their way here in the gulch. Ive been here a handful of times and I love Italian food so much! The fritto misto is a favorite of mine. It's so light, and there's a variety of veggies and seafood in the mix. I feel less guilty eating it! Also, the meatballs were unbelievable. I highly recommend both of them. The pizza is so good and thin! I was impressed, and some of my Italian friends agreed this one lands high on their list as well.
The rigatoni bolognese was packed with flavor and the lobster bucatini was light and flavorful as well. You can tell everything is made with fresh ingredients and the pasta was cooked al dente. I dream of Luogo everytime a friend comes to visit me because it's that good!
There's always room for desserts. The banana pudding with chocolate chips added a nice texture, the bomboloni was nicely coated with sugar, tiramisu was light, and the Italian lemon olive oil cake had a perfect tang.
Overall, service is always great here and I love the food. No complaints! 5 stars all around.Helpful 1Thanks 1Love this 1Oh no 0Business owner information
Evan F.
Feb 16, 2024
Thank you Victoria for the amazing review and great compliments! We are overjoyed to hear that you had such a wonderful time with us at Luogo! Surely looking forward to having you back again for more great food and service in the near future!
- Jan 31, 2024
Have you not been outside the Country/state/nearing county? If the answer is Yes. Then this ll knock your socks off. Like ambiance, service, food.
Now if you have been to a decent city/country, with actual good food, then the experience is average.
Appetizers were ok, salty a bit! Pasta was good, and other main dishes we tried, good not over the top good. Like it was just another restaurant experience nothing special.
Staff is nice and attentive.
Would i be back probably not, again nothing special! Just another restaurant.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Evan F.
Feb 1, 2024
Hi Tarek. We appreciate the 4-stars and we're glad you enjoyed the pasta and service! Our teams truly pour their hearts into everything we do at Luogo. We are a small, family owned business which thrives on quality feedback and return visits, so to hear you enjoyed the experience and that our staff was attentive though you do not plan to return is disappointing. I'd love to get a bit more details around your experience, so please email me directly at evan@luogorestaurant.com at your earliest convenience. Looking forward to chatting with you, and to hopefully welcome you back in the future for a 5-star experience that will knock your socks off. Kind regards, Evan Fazio - General Manager - LUOGO
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