Franklin-based Italian restaurant, Culaccino, will open a second location at Nashville Yards.
Culaccino is expected to open its doors during the summer of 2025 and will be executive chef and owner Frank Pullara's third restaurant in the area.
“We are excited to venture into the vibrant Nashville market and extend our presence with a prime Nashville Yards location,” Pullara says. “This expansion presents us with a wonderful opportunity to introduce our menu to guests who are seeking an authentic taste of Italy in the heart of Music City.”
Culaccino will be located at the corner of Commerce and 9th Avenue North on the ground floor of The Emory residential tower. The approximately 6,700-square-foot space will feature more than twenty-foot ceilings and a large, covered patio that wraps the corner of the building. The northern portion of the patio will face the entrance to The Pinnacle, the development’s 4,500-capacity live music venue, making it the perfect place for dinner and a drink before a show.
“Culaccino is a local culinary treasure - the food, atmosphere, and service are all top-notch, and it is easy to see how they have built such a loyal following in Franklin,” says Cary Mack, managing partner of Southwest Value Partners. “Their dedication to quality and passion for hospitality perfectly aligns with our standard for Nashville Yards, and they will be a great addition to the neighborhood. Whether it is for a business lunch, happy hour, or elegant Italian dinner, Culaccino is sure to leave a lasting impression.”
Guests at Culaccino can expect to find menu favorites including artisan, scratch made pasta dishes, comforting appetizers, and seventy-two-hour fermented wood fired pizzas. As for libations, a cocktail menu complements the hearty food options with seasonal drinks.