Website: https://888nashville.com/
888 is a Japanese restaurant and vinyl record listening lounge in Nashville, Tennessee. The venue pairs refined Japanese cuisine with a high-fidelity audio experience, combining a sushi counter, a full kitchen, and a curated record collection under one roof. It is located on the corner of 8th Avenue South and is attached to the JW Marriott Nashville. The name derives from “hachi,” the Japanese word for eight, which the restaurant associates with rhythm, repetition, and continuity, as well as with the sound of applause.
Menu
The food program is built around two distinct culinary voices: the precision of the sushi counter and the breadth of the kitchen. The sushi program is helmed by Master Sushi Chef Kiichi Okabe, who has worked in Michelin-recognized kitchens across Japan, Singapore, Dubai, the Maldives, and Los Angeles. At 888, he leads the sushi counter, described on the site as The Kounter, using a proprietary Shari rice recipe refined over decades with top-grade Japanese rice and a vinegar blend tuned toward acid and savor rather than sweetness. The menu features seasonal fish and hand-shaped nigiri, with fish selection following standards set through Japanese market brokers.
The kitchen program is led by Executive Chef Alfredo Bueno, who brings global training and a focus on flavor and composition. Kitchen offerings combine Japanese technique, global influence, and seasonal ingredients, and include donabe, wagyu, tempura, and composed seasonal plates. Meals are described as designed to be shared, layered, and lingered over. A happy hour is offered at the bar.
About
888 presents itself as an award-winning and innovative establishment offering refined Japanese cuisine alongside a high-fidelity listening experience. Beyond the food, the venue maintains a collection of more than 2,000 records focused on soul, funk, and jazz. The hi-fi listening environment was designed by Steven Durr and Devon Turnbull. Durr’s audio work has been trusted by artists including Lenny Kravitz, Sean Lennon, and Neil Young. The system was built specifically for vinyl, allowing records to be selected and played in real time without programming, so the music exists with presence and clarity in the room.
Location & Contact
Address: 800 Clark Place, Nashville, TN 37203, on the corner of 8th Avenue South and attached to the JW Marriott Nashville. Phone: 888-383-8610. General email: [email protected]. Private dining email: [email protected].
Hours: Sunday to Wednesday 5pm to 11pm (kitchen closes 10pm); Thursday 5pm to midnight; Friday and Saturday 5pm to 1am (kitchen closes 11pm). Happy hour runs Sunday to Thursday 4pm to 6pm at the bar only.
Additional Information
The website includes sections for menus, an about page, visit information, events, and press coverage, along with a newsletter signup, an accessibility statement, and a privacy policy. Private dining inquiries are handled through a dedicated email address. The restaurant maintains a presence on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Profile compiled from the company’s official website (888nashville.com).