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Peking BBQ Beef Rib
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Yuzu Whisper
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Ora King and Avocado Maki Rol
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Caramelized Miso Sea Bass
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Sakura Smoke
In a city full of openings, ZuZu is making a statement entrance.
Landing Friday July 18th, 2025 in the heart of downtown Nashville, just steps from Ascend Amphitheater and The Four Seasons, ZuZu Nashville brings a high-design, high-energy Asian-fusion dining concept from the award-winning Elia Group. After building a cult following in Detroit, this is the brand’s second ZuZu location. But Nashville isn’t just a next stop, it is an evolution for Music City.
“With ZuZu, we’re not just opening a restaurant—we’re bringing a fully immersive, design-forward hospitality experience that will deliver world-class culinary and cocktail excellence that reflects everything Elia Group stands for: bold vision, obsessive detail, and authentic connection to place. Nashville is a second home for us, and ZuZu is just the beginning of a long-term commitment to creating iconic destinations in one of the most vibrant cities in America.”
— Zaid Elia, Founder & CEO, Elia Group
ZuZu’s Nashville identity is sophisticated, fresh and brings something new to the city's widening culinary landscape. Executive Chef Lucas Woodden has preserved the identity of the Detroit location while creating something special exclusively for this city. A fresh cocktail program, featuring Tennessee spirits and local bar talent rounds out the experience. The space itself spans more than 8,000 square feet with the first floor including a sushi bar, vibrant main dining room, exclusive private dining options, and design elements inspired by Nashville’s bold creative energy.
The Upstairs Bar, on the mezzanine level of ZuZu, will introduce a luxury lounge experience to Nashville, combining intimacy with refined nightlife energy. Guests will enjoy a signature beverage program and unparalleled concierge service in a lively, show-stopping atmosphere. As the evening progresses Upstairs Bar @ ZuZu will turn up the music and turn down the lights to keep the party rolling late into the night. The vibe check will be set with a rotating roster of acclaimed DJs, spinning a curated mix of music—creating a world class soundscape.
ZuZu is the first of several concepts planned by Elia Group, headquartered at 222 Second Ave South in downtown Nashville, as part of a long-term commitment to the city. A plan that pairs immersive design, elevated hospitality, and a forward-thinking approach to placemaking.
Regarding the menu, a mix of iconic ZuZu flavors combined with specially created culinary concepts (specific to Nashville) help to launch the new concept even closer to home.
The culinary program will showcase an array of dishes, including the signature Peking BBQ Beef Rib, thoughtfully crafted for the Nashville ZuZu location, the sweet and savory Caramelized Miso Sea Bass, unique Ora King and Avocado Maki Roll, and more
The cocktail program will feature creations like the Sakura Smoke, a whiskey-based drink crafted with JYPSI Legacy Whiskey, Sakura Vermouth, Toasted Rice Syrup, and Cherry Bitters, as well as the Yuzu Whisper, a tequila cocktail with Tequila, Yuzu, Licor 43, Agave, and a hint of Habanero.
For more about ZuZu Nashville visit their website or Instagram.