A Nashville steakhouse has again earned national recognition from TripAdvisor, landing among the top fine dining restaurantsin the country.
Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina, an upscale steakhouse located atop the JW Marriott Nashville, ranked No. 4 on TripAdvisor's list of the nation's best fine dining restaurants, maintaining the same position it held in 2025.
The recognition comes as part of TripAdvisor's annual Travelers’ Choice Awards, which "celebrate the highest level of excellence in travel."
According to TripAdvisor, the Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best designation represents the platform's highest honor, awarded to businesses that receive a large volume of exceptional reviews and ratings over a 12-month period. Fewer than 1% of the more
than 8 million listings on TripAdvisor earn the recognition.
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"When you’re looking for the crème-de-la-crème, these are the places worth getting on the waitlist for," wrote TripAdvisor. "Think: white tablecloths, best-in-class chefs, and unforgettable bites."
Nashville's Bourbon Steak earns TripAdvisor's highest travel honor
Located on the 34th floor of the JW Marriott Nashville, Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina is an upscale dining destination known for its premium cuts of beef, extensive wine program, and panoramic views of the Nashville skyline.
The restaurant, led by Chef Michael Mina, offers a refined menu of steaks, seafood, and signature dishes alongside a curated selection of bourbons and cocktails. Since opening in 2018, the Nashville steakhouse has frequently earned local and national accolades.
According to its TripAdvisor profile, Bourbon Steak serves organic, grass-fed, hormone-free beef that is hand-selected for quality. The restaurant describes its atmosphere as energetic and sophisticated, with a design aesthetic reminiscent of a modern-day James Bond setting.
Rated 4.8 stars on TripAdvisor, the restaurant is frequently praised by diners for its elegant atmosphere and sweeping city views, making it a popular choice for special occasions.
TripAdvisor's top 10 best fine dining restaurants in the United States
- Ristorante Paoletti (Highlands, North Carolina)
- Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana (Hilton Head, South Carolina)
- Bourbon Steak By Michael Mina (New York City, New York)
- Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina, a Nashville Steakhouse (Nashville, Tennessee)
- Primal Steakhouse (Las Vegas, Nevada)
- Hakkasan Miami (Miami Beach, Florida)
- Beach Walk at Henderson Park Inn (Destin, Florida)
- Brenner's on the River Walk (San Antonio, Texas)
- Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse (Lake Charles, Louisiana)
- Swizzle Dinner & Drinks (Louisville, Kentucky)
Methodology
The Travelers' Choice Best of the Best awards represent TripAdvisor's highest honor, recognizing the top-rated hotels, restaurants, attractions, and destinations around the world based on the quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings submitted over a 12-month period.
Best of the Best winners rank among the top 1% of TripAdvisor's more than 8 million listings.
To be eligible, businesses must be listed on the platform for at least one year, meet minimum review thresholds, and maintain strong ratings throughout the evaluation period. Travelers' Choice awards, a separate distinction, recognize businesses that rank among the top 10% of TripAdvisor listings.
Diana Leyva covers trending news and service journalism for The Tennessean. Contact her at Dleyva@gannett.com.
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