CONNOR VAUGHAN MORSS
CONNOR VAUGHAN MORSS
The Finch American Grill by experiential hospitality company, Milkshake Concepts, will open on March 22.
The 6,896-square-foot space, which formerly housed Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, has a breezy and relaxed aesthetic with elegant accents and signature marble-topped bars throughout the restaurant. As a nod to the building’s rich history, three massive arched mirrors will reflect the train yard, accompanied by bird-feather wallpaper, gold-toned fixtures, and blue porcelain accents that tie in The Finch’s signature style. Milkshake Concepts worked with Franklin-based Barnett Design Group on the remodel of the restaurant.
“We were immediately enamored by the location and believe The Finch will perfectly fit the neighborhood it serves. Offering a diverse menu and aesthetically pleasing design, we hope the restaurant is worthy of one of the city's most historic buildings,” says Imran Sheikh, co-founder and CEO at Milkshake Concepts. “Bright and open, the space is encased by towering windows and fully operational garage doors, ideal for great weather days. It is a destination that will lift the spirits of anyone walking in with friends or colleagues for a fine meal or perfectly shaken martini. The Finch is a sophisticated yet welcoming escape for any occasion, day or night, and we’re so excited to introduce it to Nashville.”
The Finch’s menu features modern spins on American classics. The all-day menu includes house-made pastas, specialty cuts of meats, and signature entrées, including Honey Sriracha Glazed Salmon, Short Rib with Poblano Mac and Cheese, Roasted Herb Chicken, and Steak Frites with L'Entrecôte Sauce, a complex and layered Parisian-inspired sauce made in-house with seventeen ingredients. Starters include Applewood Smoked Idaho Trout Dip topped with Fresh Dill and Trout Roe and served with Crispy Potato Waffles, Old Bay Saltines, and Grilled Naan Bread and Korean Chicken Bao Buns topped with Gochujang and Sriracha Slaw. A hearty selection of soups, salads, and handhelds round out the menu, with selections like French Onion Soup, Blackened Red Fish Tacos, and The Brentwood Chicken Sandwich. The Finch will also feature a selection of fresh seafood offerings, including Salmon Crudo, Oyster on the Half Shell, and Jumbo Prawn Cocktail.
The Finch will serve lunch and dinner daily starting at 11 a.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. on weekends, with tentative plans to launch a weekend brunch on April 6. The brunch menu will include classics from the all-day menu, as well as delectable brunch specials such as Brûléed Bananas French Toast, Short Rib Hash, Jumbo Shrimp and Grits, Doughnut Holes, and Honey Stung Chicken and Waffles.
The Finch’s bar program includes a selection of classic cocktails with song titles for names as a nod to Music City. Highlights include the Moonlight in Vermont which is a maple old fashioned, the Purple Rain which is a unique vodka craft cocktail, and the Visas in My Name which is a paper plane. The Finch will also offer a curated selection of wine.
The Finch is located at 111 10th Ave S. #310 next to the Union Station Hotel. The restaurant will be open Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fridays from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.