We've eaten at every top restaurant in Nashville on more than one occasion but this was our first time to visit Flyte on 8th Avenue. The building is easily overlooked being brick and cinder block painted a very dull orange. However, once inside, you?re somewhere else, definitely not Nashville. Everything about the inside is mood and ambiance which is funny given the structure but once seated; you realize how well put together it is. The lighting, the bar, the layout of the tables shows a thoughtful consideration to the experience. Now let?s talk wine and food. The menu takes you to other parts of the world and does it very easily and without the airport security hassles. The menu is put together well and does not overwhelm. The wine list is extensive and offers something for everyone. Our server, Scott had a wealth of knowledge on all aspects of our meal and made wonderful recommendations. Now, on to the unbelievable food. We had the buffalo chicken spring rolls which can be pretty basic. These were well put together but came with a side of blue cheese mousse that really set it up a bar. For salad, we chose the Flyte of 3 salads since it gives a smaller sampling of their 3 signature salads ? after the appetizer, this was more than enough to share for my wife and I. The combination of flavors and the artistry of how these were assembled is remarkable. First, that someone will take the time and second that anyone can make money at it. For entree, I chose the elk having read other reviews and my wife had the halibut. Again, a sense of artistry and awe at how it was put together and tasted so sublime. The dessert flight was a wonderful as well as with light, tastefully prepared trio (the chocolate cake was the best). Our server even provided a complimentary, Spanish dessert wine that only made the desserts all the more better. I am running out of room - if you haven't tried this place and you?re into nice restaurants, you have got to try this place!
Pros: Knowledgeable Staff, Ambiance, Wine Selection
Cons: Not in Franklin
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