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House of Cards

4.5(1,915)
Restaurant

About

House of Cards offers a distinctive setting for business dinners and client entertainment beneath the Johnny Cash Museum in Nashville. The hidden basement venue combines elegant American cuisine with craft cocktails and live magic performances, creating a memorable atmosphere that sparks conversation and connection.

The intimate dining room seats up to 40 guests and features attentive service alongside gourmet dishes like elk tenderloin and rack of lamb. With validated parking nearby and a dress code that elevates the experience, House of Cards suits corporate groups seeking a unique, hospitality-led event in a sophisticated, speakeasy-style environment.

Best for

  • Client dinners with immersive entertainment
  • Intimate team celebrations & milestones
  • Unique offsite dining experiences

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Hidden basement setting beneath the Johnny Cash Museum
Atmosphere
Hidden basement setting beneath the Johnny Cash Museum
Accessed via a discreet entrance and stairs down from the Johnny Cash Museum, the venue’s speakeasy-style basement location creates a mysterious and intimate vibe that enhances the magic-themed experience.
Live magic performances by top national magicians
Entertainment
Live magic performances by top national magicians
Guests enjoy multiple close-up magic shows throughout the evening plus a main 30-minute interactive magic show in an intimate 40-person theater, making entertainment a core part of the dining experience.
Exceptional American cuisine with standout dishes
Food & Beverage
Exceptional American cuisine with standout dishes
Highly praised dishes include tender elk tenderloin, rack of lamb, and crab cakes with minimal breading, paired with large shareable sides and craft cocktails, elevating the dining beyond typical event fare.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 1,915 reviews