Dining at Gaylord Opryland: On-site restaurants and practical tips

Overview: what to expect from on-site dining

Gaylord Opryland offers a wide mix of full-service restaurants, bars, casual quick-service counters and dessert cafés spread through its indoor atriums (Delta Atrium, Garden Conservatory, Cascades Atrium). Many venues remain open into the evening, and several serve breakfast, lunch and dinner depending on the location.

Dining choices include a signature steakhouse (Old Hickory Steakhouse), Italian and Mexican full-service restaurants (Ravello and Solario Cantina), family-friendly options (Cascades American Cafe, Stax), sports-bar fare at Foundry Fieldhouse, and multiple grab-and-go cafés and dessert counters for quick snacks.

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• Nearly 20 dining venues on property (restaurants, bars and cafés).
• Signature steakhouse: Old Hickory Steakhouse (reservations required; dress code Business Casual/Smart Casual).
• Grab-and-go: Delta Marketplace, Conservatory Cafe, Cocoa Bean, Bravo Gelato, Cinnabon, Auntie Anne's, Carvel.

Where to splurge and where to save

If you want a special evening, Old Hickory Steakhouse is the property’s notable fine-dining choice, serving steaks and an extensive wine list in the Delta Atrium; reservations are required and a business- or smart-casual dress code applies. Ravello is a quieter Italian option in the Garden Conservatory suitable for a romantic dinner.

For more budget-friendly or flexible meals use Cascades American Cafe for breakfast/lunch/dinner or quick-service counters like Paisano's Pizzaria & Vino and Stax for burgers and pizza. Dessert and coffee stops (Bravo Gelato, Cocoa Bean, Cinnabon, Carvel, Auntie Anne's) are convenient between atrium walks and activities.

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Old Hickory Steakhouse — splurge for steak/wine; reservations required.

Mid-range full service — Ravello, Jack Daniel's, Solario Cantina. Good for groups and family meals.

• Old Hickory Steakhouse — splurge for steak/wine; reservations required.
• Mid-range full service — Ravello, Jack Daniel's, Solario Cantina. Good for groups and family meals.
• Budget/flexible — Stax and Paisano's for quick burgers, pizza and pasta.
• Grab-and-go — Delta Marketplace and Conservatory Cafe for coffee, sandwiches and breakfast items.

Breakfast, timing and reservations

Breakfast is not automatically included with a standard room booking; a full breakfast is available for a fee as an add-on. Cascades American Cafe typically serves breakfast, and Delta Marketplace and Conservatory Cafe offer grab-and-go options for earlier departures.

For dinner at popular full-service restaurants—especially Old Hickory Steakhouse—make reservations in advance through the concierge or the restaurant reservation system. Many venues have varying hours; check with the concierge for up-to-date opening times during your stay.

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Breakfast is a paid add-on (not included automatically).

Reserve Old Hickory Steakhouse in advance; dress code applies (Business Casual/Smart Casual).

• Breakfast is a paid add-on (not included automatically).
• Reserve Old Hickory Steakhouse in advance; dress code applies (Business Casual/Smart Casual).
• Grab-and-go cafés open earlier for coffee and quick bites (Delta Marketplace, Conservatory Cafe).

Practical tips: reservations, dress code and payment

Reservations: Reserve Old Hickory Steakhouse and other full-service tables for prime dinner times, especially on weekends. The resort concierge or the restaurant pages can confirm current hours and availability.

Dress code: Old Hickory Steakhouse is listed with a Business Casual/Smart Casual dress code; most other venues are casual. If you’re unsure, check with the concierge before arriving.

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Carry a credit/debit card for restaurant charges; room charge may be accepted depending on the venue and your folio settings. Cash is generally not accepted for the room charge at the property level. (Guests often use credit cards for incidental charges.)

Confirm hours with the concierge—venue hours vary and change frequently.

• Reserve Old Hickory Steakhouse and any large-group dining in advance.
• Old Hickory Steakhouse dress code: Business Casual/Smart Casual.
• Most bars and quick-service cafés are casual; check hours with concierge.
• Have a card available for charges; hotel policies require a card or deposit at check-in.

Dining with kids and food restrictions

Gaylord Opryland is family-friendly and offers kid-friendly menu items at family-focused venues like Cascades American Cafe, Stax and Paisano’s Pizzaria & Vino. Snack and dessert counters (Bravo Gelato, Cinnabon, Auntie Anne's, Carvel) are handy for picky eaters or quick sugar treats.

Vegetarian options are available across venues and the resort notes vegetarian breakfast options specifically; if you have strict allergies or other dietary restrictions, contact the restaurant or concierge in advance so kitchens can advise what they can accommodate.

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Family spots: Cascades American Cafe, Stax, Paisano's Pizzaria & Vino.

Quick snacks/desserts: Bravo Gelato, Cinnabon, Auntie Anne's, Carvel, Cocoa Bean for coffee and treats.」「If you have allergies, notify the restaurant ahead of time or speak with the concierge upon arrival.

• Family spots: Cascades American Cafe, Stax, Paisano's Pizzaria & Vino.
• Quick snacks/desserts: Bravo Gelato, Cinnabon, Auntie Anne's, Carvel, Cocoa Bean for coffee and treats.
• For strict allergies or dietary needs, contact the restaurant or concierge in advance.

Extra costs to budget for during your stay

Meals and drinks are additional to the room rate. Besides à la carte dining, budget separately for the mandatory daily resort fee, parking (self and valet rates vary), SoundWaves admission if you plan the water-park experience, and Relâche Spa treatments if you plan services.

SoundWaves access is a separate paid experience that requires the SoundWaves Water Experience package for guaranteed admission; the spa also charges for treatments and has an 18+ minimum for body treatments. Ask the concierge for current pricing and package details.

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Mandatory daily resort fee (covers items like Wi‑Fi, fitness access, bottled water and scheduled shuttles) — meals are not included.

Parking rates (self and valet) are additional—check current rates at check-in or with the concierge.」「SoundWaves and Relâche Spa are both paid add-ons—tickets/appointments should be reserved in advance if required.

• Budget separately for meals and drinks; breakfast is a paid add-on.
• Resort fee and parking are additional charges; inquire at check-in for current amounts.
• SoundWaves admission and Relâche Spa treatments are separate paid experiences—reserve ahead.