About Ridge Room
Ridge Room is a weekend brunch chicken & wings spot in Nashville, TN, with a cheerful feel and open kitchen seating with a view of the line cooks. The kitchen leans into chicken & wings done well, produce is delivered fresh from local growers six days a week.
The signature item to try first is the Chicken & Waffles, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Nashville Hot Sandwich, Buffalo Wings, Chicken Tenders, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find construction crews, tech workers, and grandparents alike, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours old-school fountain drinks, hand-spun shakes, and bottled root beer. Most dishes can be made dairy-free on request. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, they offer a small loyalty program — every tenth visit is free. Expect a short wait at peak hours, but the line moves quickly. Whether you're new to Nashville or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable chicken & wings fix, Ridge Room earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Ridge Room. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.5 out of 5 across 1,117 reviews.
Came here on a whim during my lunch break and I'm hooked. The Nashville Hot Sandwich was easily the best version I've had this year. Friendly staff, fast service, and they actually got my order right the first time. Will be back next week.
Great chicken & wings option for the area. The Chicken Tenders was the highlight, big portion and well-priced. Seating is limited so if you come at peak hours plan on takeout. I'll be back.
Honestly impressed. We tried three different items between the table and the Buffalo Wings stole the show. The staff genuinely seemed to enjoy being there which makes a difference. Cannot recommend enough.
Solid spot. The Nashville Hot Sandwich is a standout — bold flavors, well-seasoned, comes out hot. Took off a star only because the wait at the counter was longer than I expected on a weekday. Still, I'd come back without hesitation.
Location & neighborhood
Ridge Room is located at 3681 Elm St in Nashville, TN. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.