Whether it’s a long overdue date night, a first impression, or a special occasion, elevate your dining experience at one of these dazzling spots in the city.
Five Senses Restaurant, Bar and Catering
📍1602 West Northfield Blvd. St. 515 Murfreesboro | 📞 615-867-4155 | 🔗 fivesensesdining.com
Known for Chef Mitchell Murphree’s deft intersections of Southern staples with international influences, Five Senses offers surprising and always delightful dishes every season. Try bright small plates like the Shrimp Ceviche with citrus, cucumber and avocado mousse before stunning main courses like the Pan Roasted Sea Bass or Filet Mignon. Dessert is essential with deliciously unexpected flavors in the orange ricotta cannoli, or strawberry cake with lavender whip. Let the wonderful servers assist you with choosing wines, beers, or cocktails to complement each dish.
Steakhouse Five
📍 1500 Medical Center Parkway St.1K Murfreesboro | 📞 615-396-3225 | 🔗 steakhousefive.com
The latest concept by Murphree, the minimalist-styled steakhouse highlights perfectly seared meats, crafted cheese plates, and brilliant cocktail pairings. Sit in the gorgeous dining room with its sparkling bar, or choose an intimate table on the softly lighted mezzanine.
Primerose Table
📍 1650 Memorial Blvd. Murfreesboro | 📞 615-900-5790 | 🔗 primrosetable.com
Elegant but far from stuffy, Primrose Table features scratch-made dishes that are known both for their creativity as well as crave ability. An order of the Korean BBQ Stuffed Potato Skins is essential, and choose from the fresh fish or seasoned meats for the main course. Toasting a special event? Choose from their signature drinks like Rose’s Sangria, the Basil Gin Martini, or a label from the extensive Bourbon and Whiskey list.
Milano II and Jack's Place
📍 114 E. College St. Murfreesboro | 📞 615-624-7390 | 🔗 milanomurfreesboro.com
Look no further for a romantic and inviting spot in historic downtown Murfreesboro. Milano’s features a charming bar scene steps away from the elegant dining rooms. Sample flavors of Northern Italy in delicious seafood items like the Grouper with creamy pesto sauce or pasta like the Pomodoro con Pesto or the Milano’s Favorite with chicken, sausage, and mushrooms in alfredo with Cajun spices.
Tasting Room
📍 618 S. Lowry St. Smyrna | 📞 615-975-6266 | 🔗 thetastingroomtn.com
This romantic spot set in the historic Omni Hut building features a new fine dining experience in Rutherford County. Guests can choose from exquisite plates like the tilapia and mushroom risotto and herbed lamb chop, along with vegan and gluten free creations, in either tasting size or full portions. Just be sure to save room for the house cheesecakes and bread puddings to make it the perfect meal.
Laura Beth Payne is a writer mama and Murfreesboro native who lives in the Blackman community with her husband and two children. Follow her on Facebook and Instagram for more family fun in and around the city.