Momotaro Is Bringing Its High-End Japanese Dining To Nashville
The celebrated Chicago restaurant from Boka Restaurant Group is expanding south.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Restaurant Openings
Key points
- Boka Restaurant Group and Chef Gene Kato have opened Momotaro Nashville, an expansion of their celebrated Chicago Japanese restaurant.
- The restaurant opened on July 1, 2026, and is focused on providing a dinner-only service.
- The original Momotaro is known for its sophisticated, multi-faceted approach to Japanese dining, including sushi, a robata grill, and an extensive sake program.
- The expansion into Nashville reflects the city's growing status as a top-tier food destination capable of supporting high-end culinary concepts.
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