Monell's

This place was recommended by a coworker, and I'm so glad I went. The atmosphere was so warm and welcoming. The family style dinner idea reminded me of Thanksgiving with my family making sure we pass everything to our left. I was seated with several others kind souls, and we were told to "pace ourselves because it's gonna be alot of food". All the food was great and so tasty. Staff was very polite. Overall I would so go back and definitely recommend to anyone visiting the area.

OK, maybe our most favorite place to eat in Nashville. We went for breakfast and it was like eating in someone’s house. They sit you at large dining room style tables in beautifully furnished rooms. You’re seated with other guests and everything is served family style. We didnt know that was how it worked so weren’t sure what to expect. It was fun and lively, meeting nice people and hearing about their visit and plans. The food was great. Endless supply of delicious biscuits, gravy, cheese grits, fried chicken, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, pancakes, corn pudding, coffee, and sweet tea. They bring big servings of everything that are passed around the table by the guests and they’ll bring as much as you like if you finish a platter. It was an absolute delight to be there.

The fried chicken, mashed potatoes, biscuits and gravy were delicious! We were seated after everyone began to eat already. It was a bit awkward as groups for chat had already been established well into their conversations and meal. We had never been there before and weren't told how things worked but figured it out. We had to try to catch up on food and before we knew staff was clearing plates. Most of our table got up to leave but we had just arrived. Total time in the restaurant was about 20 minutes. It does say that if you leave hungry it is your own fault but they were packed and lots of people waiting so I think everyone was just in a hurry that day. If I could have changed anything, I would have been seated with a group all at the same time and not be placed at a table that was already half done with the meal. We did leave unsatisfied but I would definitely give it another chance if in Tennessee again. We know how it works now. The pics posted were after dinner was e