If you’re looking for dining options at Gaylord Opryland Resort, you’re in luck! The beautiful Opryland Hotel features all kinds of restaurants from grab-and-go markets to upscale dining experiences. Whether you’re looking to grab a quick burger with the family or sip wine with a view of the twin waterfalls, Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center provides multiple restaurants to meet your needs.
Guests who are visiting the Opryland Hotel for the first time will be pleasantly surprised by just how many dining spots are available. This massive resort features multiple venues for a sit-down restaurant meal, and it boasts lots of options for quick counter-service spots as well.
Whether you’re searching for a dramatic restaurant setting in the atrium or a quick bite to eat at the waterpark, Gaylord Opryland Resort has you covered! In this post, we will discuss the Opryland Hotel restaurants you can enjoy during your stay, including some of the seasonal dining opportunities available at the hotel. So, check out our list below of the best restaurants in the Gaylord Opryland Hotel.
Opryland Hotel Restaurants
Visitors to Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center have multiple options for places to eat inside the hotel. You don’t even need to have a room reservation in order to enjoy most of the Opryland Hotel restaurants on our list. Below, we will cover the dining options you’ll find while touring the hotel whether you’re an overnight guest or you’re just visiting for the day.
Old Hickory Steakhouse
Old Hickory Steakhouse is located in the Delta Atrium and is perfect for guests looking to enjoy more upscale menus. The restaurant attire is listed as Business Casual, so you’ll want to ensure you dress accordingly. As the name implies, Old Hickory Steakhouse features steaks (made from Black Angus Beef) and seafood options. It also boasts artisan cheeses and an extensive wine list.
Guests can enjoy co*cktails at Library Lounge, which is located at Old Hickory Steakhouse. Here, you can order premium wine, specialty co*cktails, and other beverages. Old Hickory Steakhouse is a great place to dine when celebrating a special event like an anniversary or birthday.
Ravello
Ravello is an Italian restaurant at Opryland that’s located in the Garden Conservatory Atrium. This is a great restaurant that offers indoor and “outdoor” seating with views of the atrium. The Garden Conservatory is a much more tranquil atrium at Opryland compared to the Delta and Cascades areas of the hotel. In other words, even if you dine in the outdoor area, you should still be able to enjoy a quiet, pleasant experience. Ravello is perfect for guests wanting to enjoy a sit-down meal with beautiful scenery.
Cascades American Cafe and Wasabi’s Sushi Bar
Cascades American Cafe is located just outside the Cascade lobby. This restaurant features a breathtaking setting right in the middle of the Cascades gardens.The Cascades restaurant features a breakfast buffet along with menus for lunch and dinner. Guests can also order sushi from Wasabi’s Sushi Bar while dining at Cascades.
Cascades American Cafe is a great spot to dine with kids as little ones are easily entertained by the surrounding water and passersby. Plus, the restaurant has a great kids menu with hot dogs, chicken tenders, grilled cheese, etc. Additionally, you can listen to the waterfalls and live music that is sometimes playing at the neighboring lounge.
Cocoa Bean Coffee House
Cocoa Bean is located near the Cascades lobby and features a limited menu of grab and go items. This coffee house also serves Starbucks Coffee.
The Falls Bar and Lounge
Visitors looking for a pre-dinner co*cktail at Opryland Hotel should check out The Falls Bar and Lounge. The Falls sits just outside the Cascades lobby and features a full menu of beverages, including hand-crafted co*cktails. If you’re looking for live entertainment at Opryland, this lobby lounge features live music and is great for people watching. My family and I like to request a room near this lounge when available since you can enjoy the music from your hotel room balcony.
Decibels
Decibels is located inside Soundwaves, which is Opryland’s indoor/outdoor waterpark. Since guests have to enter the waterpark in order to access Decibels, you will need a Soundwaves wristband to dine here. Decibels features a small menu, including appetizers, salads, burgers, and beverages.You can read more about Decibels and Soundwaves in our review of the Gaylord Opryland Water Park. In that article we go into more detail on the prices at Decibels. Let’s just say they take resort food costs to a new level!
Paisano’s Pizzaria
Paisano’s Pizzaria is located in the Delta Atrium and is perfect for those looking for a quick bite to eat. Guests can pull up a seat just outside the venue and enjoy the must-see nightly fountain show while they dine. The pizza at Paisano’s smells delicious and tastes even better! This is a great spot for families to dine at Opryland.
Solario Cantina
Solario Cantina features indoor and “outdoor” seating in the Garden Conservatory Atrium. Visitors can order favorites like burritos, enchiladas, and tacos at the counter before finding a seat.
Solario Cantina also offers a tequila bar, signature margaritas, and other beverages. This restaurant provides excellent food and was even able to accommodate a gluten free diet.
Stax Burgers
Located near Paisano’s in the Delta Atrium, Stax Burgers is another quick spot to grab a bite to eat at Opryland. Stax is a family-friendly restaurant that allows guests to eat near the indoor river or to dine near the fountain show.
Fuse Sports Bar
Fuse Sports Bar is located in the Magnolia section of the resort near the Jack Daniel’s restaurant. Guests can cheer on their favorite teams while enjoying local craft brews and popular pub food like wings and burgers. They also offer some really great appetizer options for the table to share. Fuse Sports Bar also features a gluten friendly menu for guests.
Jack Daniel’s
Jack Daniel’s sits in the Magnolia Gardens area of the Opryland Resort and features delicious southern food. With a menu full of southern specialties like brisket, fried chicken, and chili, Jack Daniels also offers gluten friendly options. This is a great restaurant for guests who are looking to enjoy southern dishes while sipping on Tennessee whiskey.
Conservatory Cafe
Conservatory Cafe is a casual marketplace located in the Garden Conservatory Atrium. This dining option features grab and go items for breakfast and lunch, including pastries, salads, and sandwiches.
Delta Marketplace
The Delta Marketplace is the perfect alternative to sit-down restaurants as it provides a large selection of items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can grab quick items like pastries, yogurt, oatmeal, salads, and sandwiches along with some delicious dessert options. My family and I frequent the Delta Marketplace on our visits to Opryland since it offers something for even picky eaters.
Room Service
Visitors who prefer to enjoy in-room dining while visiting Opryland can order food from several locations in the resort. An employee will deliver to the resort’s guest rooms for an additional fee.
Sweet Treats
In addition to the options listed above, Gaylord Opryland features numerous spots to grab ice cream or dessert. Some of these include Bravo Gelato, Cinnabon, and Auntie Anne’s.
Special Dining Events
If you’re looking for upcoming events at Gaylord Opryland, you can check out the holiday dining schedule here. During the holiday season, the Opryland Hotel hosts several events:
- Easter Brunch
- Thanksgiving Day Brunch at Gaylord Springs Golf Course
- Old Hickory Thanksgiving Day Brunch
- Old Hickory Christmas Day Brunch
- Character Breakfast
- Oak Ridge Boys Dinner Show
- Frosty’s Pub
For more information on holiday activities and dining, we highly recommend you check out our article Opryland Hotel Christmas in Nashville. In this post, we discuss all the fun Christmas entertainment and activities at Gaylord Opryland Resort.
Final Thoughts on Restaurants at Opryland
Guests staying at the Opryland Hotel can also enjoy several dining options within walking distance to the resort. Some of the nearby locations that offer food and beverages include the General Jackson Showboat and Opry Mills Mall. For an additional fee, visitors can take the shuttle from the resort into downtown Nashville where they can dine at famous spots like the Wildhorse Saloon.
Overall, you can find plenty of Opryland Hotel restaurants without needing to leave the resort. From fast counter-service options to sit-down meals, Gaylord Opryland Resort features lots of unique spots for guests. Whether you’re looking to experience the bold flavors of Mexico, enjoy an upscale steakhouse experience, or feast on southern cuisine, the Opryland Hotel restaurants truly provide something delicious for all.
So, what do you think? What are the best Opryland restaurants? Comment below to share your thoughts!
