This Magic Theatre is a wonderful experience! Can't speak about parking because we were staying at a hotel within walking distance. Highly recommend planning ahead so you're not surprised by the dress code, the no-photography rule, and the relatively small menu where you are required to buy an entree. Seems to me that the negative reviews I read ahead of time were largely folks that were unprepared for the rules. Make reservations! And you can only make those a month ahead of time. We went on a Monday night and they were very busy. Photography is strictly forbidden, but do know they will come around and take a pic if you want, and they don't charge for it. Highly recommend bringing cash for tipping though, for the photo and for the close-up Magicians. (not required, but I felt it was important) Having been to the Magic Castle before, we were just as charmed at this smaller version. The close-up magic guys were all mind-boggling terrific!! The main show in the small theater was around 25 minutes and a lot of fun. Would be nice to have cup holders on the seats, cause if you bring a drink in with you you have nowhere to put it down to applaud. So drink up before you go in. Speaking of drinks I was not impressed with my $19 lemon drop. Would definitely not recommend that. Husband got a couple of their Fortune Tellers which is a smoky dream! I should have gotten one of their specialty cocktails. My later wine pour was on the small side. Food: I'm not much for steaks so I got the Sea Bass, which was perfectly cooked and the beurre blanc was very nice. Asparagus good also. But I have to say the Pineapple Salsa had uneven knife cuts, and it didn't taste like it went with the fish and beurre blanc. Separately it was fine, but all together didn't work for me. I also hit a couple super spicy bites that were unexpected. Husband declared his filet to be one of the best he's ever had and also loved the mac and cheese side. He got the red-wine demi glace as well and that was amazing. Not an inexpensive evening but when you factor in how much close-up entertainment you're getting along with a pretty darn good meal, it's well worth it. Walk around! There are interesting items all over. TIP: Pay attention to your surroundings when you go to the restroom! It's way too easy to get confused because of the curtains everywhere. Especially when you've been drinking. Almost killed me not to take any food porn shots, but I'll live LOL.

I love this beautiful restaurant. It is very intimate and the ambience is unmatched. Excellent for romantic dates or special occasions the food is excellent and the cocktails are crafted to perfection. From the moment you walk in, you are captured by all of the magical history and artifacts. The food is excellent, the serving staff is very knowledgeable of magic history as well as the unique menu. Every magic show is unique so each time you come your experience is different. There are also small magic shows going on during your dinner that keeps your interest peaked! Pictures are allowed inside the restaurant, only on the outside patio, so it was difficult to get photos of the food . I highly recommend trying this place out.

This "secret" location makes you feel elite when you walk in and have a sworn in reservation. The staff is attentive and explains the flow of the evening to make sure you understand the intricacies of the magic shows and side shows. The room is dark and swanky with the vibes that you're in a speakeasy. The staff wears suits and offer services such as professional photos in a keepsake. The magic was hilarious and breathtaking and this was a very unique experience in Nashville that everyone should try at least once. The food is very mediocre. If you're looking for a top tier steakhouse this is not it, but the experience is a memory builder and the sides were good enough to pull the experience together, but for a meat lover don't expect this steakhouse to blow you away

This is just a super cool, very different must do for Nashville. The restaurant itself has a whole speakeasy vibe, think dark and mysterious, but the close up magic magicians will have you already thinking about a return visit before you hit street level again. After entering the Johnny Cash museum, you will be ushered to a hidden passageway that leads to the restaurant. Don't forget to check out the House of Cards tapestry sign just before you enter, it's a neat photo spot! After you give your name to the maître d', they will have someone escort you on a small tour of the restaurant on the way to your table. The restaurant also does a complementary photo of your group, no strings attached! It will be delivered to you after your meal. As far as the dress code, most men had jackets on, and women were dressed and everything from full formal gowns to short strap sundresses. Take the opportunity to get dressed up in your finest! The menu is pretty well rounded. Would've been nice to be able to order a salad and a couple of appetizers or a certain dollar amount versus just having to pick an entrée to get the show ticket. That being said, the food was good and flavorful. Our table ordered the pork chop, the Seabass and filet mignon. Everything was cooked properly, not dry. Side dishes were okay, did not really add a lot to the meal. The regular entrées came with a side dish, the steaks were offered with à la cart sides and toppings. The prices were similar to that of a high-end steakhouse, but the meal was not quite at the same level. Not surprising though - the meals were not expected to be the stars of this establishment, the entertainment was! Many reviews mention this, but it's worth saying again...you must purchase an entrée to get a ticket for the main show. The theater is small and intimate. Line up as early as possible for the show because guests are seated first come, first serve. Again, it is small enough that there's not a bad seat in the house. In addition to the main show, there are two small, intimate areas in the restaurant that you can go between to watch three magicians do their close up acts. That being said, if I had to do again, I wouldn't bother with the ticket to the main show because the magicians out on the main floor were so entertaining! We could have watched them all night! In fact, had I watched the floor magicians first and then saw the main act I would've been a bit disappointed. The main act was a mentalist and he was outstanding. Very, very impressive. It's just something about close-up magic that just mesmerizes a crowd. Shadow, Terry Hodges and Frankie were absolutely fabulous! Also, there's a parking garage just a couple of blocks away called Pinnacle. The restaurant will validate your parking. Very convenient! Don't miss the outside patio. Once the sun goes down, there is a very cool projected image of the House of Cards logo behind the waterfall. Pictures are OK on the patio or the doorway leading down to the main entrance where the tapestry can be found.

House of Cards is a hidden gem nestled in downtown, and after four visits, it continues to impress me every time. While it might be a bit tricky to find and there's no valet service, the experience is well worth it. The dress code is strictly enforced, and if you're not dressed appropriately, they'll even lend you clothes to ensure you fit the part. The attention to detail here extends to everything--from the drinks to the food, you can't go wrong with any choice on the menu. One of the standout features is the magic show, included with every entrée. You can choose to see it before or after your meal, adding an extra layer of entertainment to the evening. While waiting for your food, you can explore the niches where magicians perform up-close tricks, creating a wonderfully interactive experience. If you're looking to relax a bit, there's also a patio area accessed through a tunnel, perfect for smoking or simply hanging out. Overall, House of Cards offers a unique and thoroughly enjoyable dining experience, and I highly recommend it.

What an incredible experience! I've gone twice and each time has lived up the hype. Food is amazing, the steaks never disappoint. Cocktails are so fun and some seem to rotate seasonally. I have had one experience there with a rude bartender but servers both times I've gone have been incredible-Brandon and Robert. There's a magic show each night and your server plans out your meal timing to make sure you make it there on time and so everything is coursed out perfectly. On top of that there are mini magic shows all night around the restaurant to go to that are all incredible, all around amazing experience with dinner! The restaurant also has amazing decorations and even some antique magician items like Harry houdinis handcuffs on display!

I loved the concept "speakeasy" and the ambiance is spot on! Amazing service once you step foot into the Johnny Cash entrance and they lead you from there. Menu options are very slim (ehhhh) but great cocktails and the shows are AMAZING! We were able to get into the big show due to us not purchasing an entree (which is required) but would have if the menu possessed more appeasing options. Great complimentary photos and vibe!