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House of Cards, Nashville, TN

House of Cards

4.8
4.8
5117 reviews
$31 to $50
American
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House of Cards is Nashville’s most unique dining and entertainment experience. Located underground in a 10,000 sq. ft space, the venue offers an evening for guests unlike any other in the history of the South.
​House of Cards celebrates the art of magic, classic American cuisine and fine hand-crafted cocktails. Guests are encouraged to explore the dining room to enjoy the rare collections and be entertained by some of America’s top magicians. Complimentary tickets to magic performances in the showroom are included with purchase of a dinner entrée. Please, no outside bottles.

Reservations for parties of 6 or less can be made 14 days in advance through OpenTable. For parties of 7-12, please reserve 17 days in advance by emailing reservations@hocnashville.com.

Dress code strictly enforced. For dress code details, visit HOCNashville.com/reservations. No photography inside the restaurant. Reservations encouraged. Walk-ins welcome subject to availability and dress code.

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2 people
23:30
Booked 68 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–12:00 am Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (615) 730-8326
  • Website
    http://www.hocnashville.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Formal Attire
  • Private party facilities
    Private Dining is available in the Blackstone Room. For more information please contact our Director of Events, Jessica Mrozinski, by emailing jessica@iconentertainment.com or calling 615-631-8006.
  • Location
    119 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Parking Details
    Validated self-parking available at Premier Parking Pinnacle Garage. Garage located at 150 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201. Must have receipt of purchase at House of Cards for validation. Parking validation at host stand. Vehicle clearance for parking is 6 ft., 8 inches.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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What 5,117 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Nashville

    Best Ambience

  • Nashville

    Innovative

  • Nashville

    Good for special occasions

  • Nashville

    American

  • Nashville

    Best Ambience

  • Nashville

    Innovative

  • Nashville

    Good for special occasions

  • Nashville

    American

5,117 Reviews

  1. DonnaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    World class experience!! The food was over the top and the service is top notch!! The dining and entertainment is just so much different than any other place…. It makes you feel like you are in another world!!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It had to be the absolute best meal I’ve had in years. The fillet mignon melts in your mouth. The rack of lamb was perfection. The sides and salads are big enough to share. And then of course the entertainment is phenomenal.

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for this glowing review!

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  3. AlyceK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    My husband and I went for our first date out as newley weds and the food was amazing. We enjoyed our time, the magicians, and the servers.

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    We are so glad you enjoyed your experience!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful time! From the checkin, service, the shows all left us feeling amazed!! Highly recommend!

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for your recommendation!

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  5. MariahM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The BEST experience. So worth every penny! The magic is phenomenal here and we still can’t stop thinking about all the magic we saw.

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    We are so glad you had a magical experience!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    Experience is incredible, food could be better. Honestly, you don’t go here for the food, purely go for the atmosphere and the entertainment. The shows are excellent! The ambience is incredible! Well done in both those aspects. The food could use some help, especially for the price. Although, you have to understand that the food is price that high because you’re not buying a ticket for the show. Plan on spending about three hours there. Between the three magic shows and dinner. You must a minimum order an entree, which will cost you at minimum $50 per person. (Only one option under $50, a pasta dish) Get an early reservation so you can spend time watching the other magicians and not feel rushed to the show.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Such a wonderful unique overall experience!! It’s as if we traveled back in time and entered into a different space and era. Highly highly recommended!

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    We appreciate your recommendation!

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  8. Ryan

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot for date night!! Celebrated our anniversary and it did not disappoint!!

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    Thanks for celebrating with us!

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  9. ShelleyS

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a must when visiting Nashville. We had a fabulous time. Can not complain about anything other than not being able to figure out the magic!🤔😍

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for your kind feedback!

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  10. JerryVac

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Little more light over the tables and little less noise

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  11. klmmmm

    Tampa

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Food was great! Magic was disappointing. Not worth the hype.

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for your feedback.

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  12. SuzanneS

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter, Matthew, was outstanding. Great steaks, side dishes, and cocktails. Beautiful and interesting space.

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  13. KyleV

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service, food and magic! Very fun evening!

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for your kind feedback!

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  14. CindyZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I went to the House of Cards to celebrate our anniversary. What a great night! The food and the service were OUTSTANDING! The magicians were the icing on the cake. They amazed me with every trick and really made it a memorable evening. I loved every minute!

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for your kind feedback, Cindy!

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  15. PauletteM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very different type of entertainment experience, rexlax and up close and personal.

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    Thanks for dining with us!

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  16. AlyS

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Where we were seated was freezing cold. For the price , the food was really bland. Server would only take one credit card, and which made it super awkward for all guests.

    House of CardsResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for your feedback. We will pass this along to our team.

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  17. AlexP

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Emma was absolutely amazing she was very knowledgeable and guided us through the menu with finesse!

    House of CardsResponded 7 days ago

    Thank you for your compliments!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 18 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful evening. Four of us “old ladies in Nash Vegas” were living our best lives. Thanks for a great time.

    House of CardsResponded 7 days ago

    Thanks for dining with us!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ronan was fabulous! Totally joked with us about our comment “finger lickin” good comment on their potato’s. Meal was wonderful! The atmosphere was so neat! Can’t wait to come back when we visit in the future!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 September 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    For my first time, it was very good! My wife and I chose House of Cards for our 2 year anniversary and it didn’t disappoint. The ambiance and service was excellent. The magic shows were professional and interactive. Top tier!

    House of CardsResponded 7 days ago

    Thanks for celebrating with us!

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  21. PamelaC

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service excellent Kevin King over the top excellent Show - disappointing. He wasn't a showman like Kevin

    House of CardsResponded 7 days ago

    Thank you for your feedback, Pamela.

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  22. Anna

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time at house of cards! The kids loved their Sunday brunch and magic show!

    House of CardsResponded 7 days ago

    We are so glad you had a magical experience!

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  23. 615DinoDiner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our server, Lillian paid great attention to us and was fantastic. BIG thanks to Cherie, Ronan, Emma and Connor for making it magical. Close up magic with Shadow and Kevin King was wonderful. Mark Brown’s theatre show left us guessing. 10/10

    House of CardsResponded 7 days ago

    Thank you! We will pass your compliments along to our team.

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  24. ThomasB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The overall experience was stellar. The atmosphere and decor was spot on perfect to set a mood and bring you into the experience. We truly enjoyed the Dinner and Show, it was an incredibly immersive experience. The staff was friendly and attentive our waiter Jaime was super friendly and great with recommendations and his assistant Lilian was super attentive as well never letting our glass empty. The food was excellent, and adequately priced for Dinner and a show. The magicians were all incredibly talented and engaging . My wife found Ramtins Magic outside so entertaining and the live show was Artem on the main stage was so incredible with the show and crowd work funny and super talented. We highly recommend making a point to visit if you can,

    House of CardsResponded 7 days ago

    Thank you for this glowing review, Thomas!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Magic was incredible. Dinner was great. Our server Matthew was very personable and gave us some great advice on food. Definitely coming back!

    House of CardsResponded 7 days ago

    We look forward to welcoming you back!

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  26. Amanda

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a great evening and experience for our special occasion. Our server, Matthew, did a great job making food and drink recommendations and provided excellent service. The food is amazing and the magicians are top notch! We will definitely be back to House of Cards again!

    House of CardsResponded 7 days ago

    We look forward to welcoming you back!

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  27. Underwhelmed

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Get drinks at the bar and watch the close-up magic - don’t waste your time/money on a table or show. Honestly had been waiting to go here for months. Have done the Chicago Magic Lounge way back when and loved it so was excited when I found out we had something similar. With that said, it did not live up to the expectations. The food is similar in price but not flavor to Husk or Kane ($$$$). The braised pork belly was tasty although slightly overcooked and hard to cut. The sirloin was by far the best thing we got - very tender and juicy. Sprung for the mushroom sauce Diane - really didn’t add anything to the flavor of the steak. The lamb was good and a good portion size. Would probably not get again. The Brussels sprouts and bacon jam could’ve been so much better. The cheesecake was great. The close up magic was awesome and exactly what you would expect. The place itself is well decorated and has plenty of little gimmicks to entertain while you walk around. It also is relatively tame the whole night as they seem to do a great job controlling how many people are in there at a time. Finally, the show was entertaining - but not magical. It was 20 min of humor, crowd interaction - and not much magic. If we ever go back we’ll definitely hit the bar for a drink and some close-up magic but not the $300 dinner and 20min skit.

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  28. JimP

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 13 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really fun outing. Food and service was excellent. Atmosphere was unique. Magic show after dinner was great. Highly recommend, and we'll be back

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    We look forward to welcoming you back, Jim!

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  29. RitaH

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 12 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved this place! The food was delicious, and what a nice atmosphere! It may seem a little pricey, but you get a lot for your money!

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    Thank you for dining with us, Rita!

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  30. Thefrenchies

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 September 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience4
    Very disappointed by the streak tartare. Blendest I have ever had. Make sure to put salt and pepper on the table... Also the amount of food in the plate VS. the price you pay is a little outreagous. Same for the cost of drinks! We did enjoy the atmosphere and the shows. The place is gorgeous and very unique. The service was great also.

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    We appreciate your feedback.

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  31. KennethB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our experience at House of Cards and will highly recommend it to all of our friends and family. I can’t wait to have a return visit.

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    Thank you for your recommendation!

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  32. StephanieG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was an amazing experience. Highly recommend their Brunch for a family friendly fun time

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    We are so glad you enjoyed your brunch experience!

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  33. HollyD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our date night at House of Cards was very enjoyable. The food was really good and the card shows were very entertaining. We are still trying to figure out how the magic was performed. We will definitely go back.

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    We look forward to welcoming you back, Holly!

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  34. ASHLEYA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If you are looking for a unique experience perfect for a date night or special occasion this is it! We went for mine and my best friend's birthdays and everyone had a great time. It is pricey, but definitely worth it. I saw mixed reviews on the food, but don't listen to the bad ones. Our filets were perfect (get the mushroom diane sauce) and so was the porkchop and lobster mac and cheese. We each got a complimentary slice of lemon cake for our birthdays and it was delicious as well. The magicians were funny and entertaining and the servers were excellent. It was very fun to get dressed up as well!

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    Thank you for celebrating with us!

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  35. MichelleK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Worth the money! Rich in history, fun, and the food was outstanding.

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    Thank you for your recommendation!

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  36. TaylorJ

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and magical experience! Recommend for anyone who has not been. Nice allocated bourbon selection as well!

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    Thank you for celebrating with us and for your kind feedback!

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  37. RickS

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The experience was exceptional from the moment we walked downstairs. Emma was fantastic, explained things well, made great recommendations, and really connected with us. The food was outstanding, especially our appetizer. The show made the evening very memorable.

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    Thank you for your compliments!

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved House of Cards and our server Matthew was amazing!

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    Thank you! We will pass your compliments along to our team.

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  39. EricB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 September 2023

    overall4food2service4ambience4
    It was my 10th wedding anniversary so we wanted to do something nice and we knew this was going to be an expensive night out. The magic was really good and the show was fun. The waiter was well informed and knowledgeable. Restaurant looked clean and well kept so that's always good. Now to the not so great part. Our server recommended the scallops and they were probably the best scallops I've ever had hands down so we thought that would continue with our steaks. I ordered the $70 strip steak and my wife ordered the 100$ Wagyu Strip as recommended by our server. This is going to sound harsh but I've had a better steak at the Murfreesboro Texas Roadhouse. They were cooked perfectly and was juicy but had zero flavor and I mean a big fat Zero. If it wasn't for the Gouda topping and the raw horseradish I wouldn't have had anything to taste. My wife said hers was the same. We ordered the brussels sprouts and the lobster mac and cheese. I personally like the sprouts but my wife thought they were a little sweet (all fairness she isn't a sweet gal). The lobster mac and cheese was very dry and disappointing. We ordered the lemon pie/cake for dessert and it was pretty decent. All the negative comments on the food I'll say this that it wasn't the worst food I've ever had but when you drop $410 w/tip on dinner (no drinks) the expectations were pretty high (at least for us). We still had a good time and their were several positives for the evening. I must be honest and say we were highly let down on the food side of the experience.

    House of CardsResponded on 15 September 2023

    Hi Eric, we appreciate your feedback and we will be sure to pass this along to our management team.

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  40. NancyT

    Shreveport

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. The magician shows were very entertaining. Loved how the hosts kept the time and pace of our evening.

    House of CardsResponded on 8 September 2023

    Thank you for your kind feedback, Nancy!

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House of Cards is rated 4.8 stars by 5117 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
23:30
Booked 68 times today
Google Map for House of Cards

119 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201

Additional information

  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–12:00 am Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress Code
    Formal Attire
  • Parking Details
    Validated self-parking available at Premier Parking Pinnacle Garage. Garage located at 150 3rd Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201. Must have receipt of purchase at House of Cards for validation. Parking validation at host stand. Vehicle clearance for parking is 6 ft., 8 inches.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.hocnashville.com/
  • Phone number
    (615) 730-8326
  • Private party facilities
    Private Dining is available in the Blackstone Room. For more information please contact our Director of Events, Jessica Mrozinski, by emailing jessica@iconentertainment.com or calling 615-631-8006.

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