Locust
$$$$ • Fine Dining, Shaved Ice, Noodles
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2305 12th Ave S, Nashville
(615) 205-3737
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Great experience with the friendliest staff in town. The food is outstanding and well worth a visit. A local’s favorite for sure.
So amazing!!!! You have to just go and try it
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 6 - 9PM 12 - 3PM |
| Saturday | 12 - 3PM 6 - 9PM |
| Sunday | 12 - 3PM 6 - 9PM |
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Locust, a celebrated restaurant in Nashville, Tennessee, has continued to impress diners with its exceptional Steamed dumplings and the culinary talent of its head chef, Trevor Moran. The dumplings are expertly crafted, featuring delicate wrappers that are thin, encasing a rich and flavorful meat filling. The dish offers a visually stunning and aromatic experience, showcasing hidden green and soft white hues.
Moran, known for his remarkable background, has previously served as the deputy head chef at the world-renowned NOMA restaurant and as the head chef at The Catbird Seat. In 2020, he founded Locust, dedicating himself to the art of Steamed dumplings. The restaurant's commitment to this signature dish has garnered recognition, including being named the Best Restaurant of the Year by Food and Wine magazine and being featured on the New York Times Restaurant List for 2022.
The Steamed dumplings have roots dating back to the Eastern Han Dynasty in China, created by the famous medical sage Zhang Zhongjing. Over the centuries, these dumplings have evolved into a cherished dish during the Chinese New Year, symbolizing happiness, family reunion, and good fortune.
At Locust, Moran’s passion for music and cooking harmonizes, with rock music enhancing the experience of enjoying the steaming dumplings. The restaurant has become a vibrant hub of musical culture, merging Moran's diverse life experiences with Nashville's lively music scene. Recent reviews highlight the incredible menu and friendly service, with diners praising the steak as the best beef they have ever had. Guests have also noted the attentive and knowledgeable wait staff, contributing to an atmosphere that makes every visit memorable. Diners are encouraged not to miss the shaved ice, which has been described as a standout dessert, and the chef’s new creation, a milk-flavored frozen custard with seaweed salt, is already winning hearts.