Neighborhood Spot Playing It Safe on Wine
East Nashville · Nashville · American · Visit Website ↗
Updated August 2026
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · March 2, 2026
RagingWine reviewed Lockeland Table’s wine list and gave it The Reliable — RagingWine’s Vibe-Check rating. How RagingWine reviews wine lists →
Wingman Metrics
Lockeland Table feels like the kind of East Nashville spot where the food gets all the attention and the wine list is an afterthought. The list exists, it's functional, but it's not making any bold moves or trying to surprise you.
The selection leans heavily on recognizable labels that won't scare anyone off—your Oyster Bays, your Kim Crawfords, your safe California Cabs. There's likely some French representation with a Côtes du Rhône or two and maybe a Chablis if you're lucky, but don't expect deep cuts from small producers or anything adventurous. The vibe is clearly designed to complement the food without demanding too much attention, which works for a neighborhood bistro but doesn't do much for wine nerds. Gaps are everywhere: limited Italian beyond Pinot Grigio, sparse Spanish selection, and probably zero natural or orange wines.
By-the-glass pours likely hover around 6-8 options, split predictably between whites and reds with maybe a sparkling option. The rotation is probably minimal—these are the same wines that have been on the list for months. Expect standard 5-6 oz pours at $10-14, which in Nashville feels a bit high for what you're getting.
Domaine Tariquet Côtes de Gascogne — $32
Crisp, aromatic, and refreshing—a French value wine that drinks above its price point and pairs well with lighter dishes
La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
Yes, it's widely available, but La Crema's Sonoma bottling is legitimately good and often overlooked because people assume it's boring grocery store wine
Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay
Marked up to $42+ on most Nashville lists when you can grab it for $12 retail—the markup math doesn't work
Domaine Chandon Brut + Any fried appetizer
Bubbles cut through rich, fried foods like magic, and Chandon's bright acidity resets your palate between bites
The Bottom Line
Lockeland Table is a solid neighborhood spot where you go for the food and community vibe, not the wine program. Order a glass of something safe, enjoy your meal, and save the wine exploration for another night.
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Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Nashville · American Grille
Del Frisco's Grille Nashville is coasting hard on brand recognition with a wine list that a decent gastropub would be embarrassed by. Swing by for happy hour, grab a $10 pour, and don't expect anyone to help you think about what you're drinking.
Grocery Store
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Occasional
Acceptable
Downtown Nashville · Nashville · American, French
Gannons is a reliable, well-curated wine destination dressed in hotel restaurant clothing — the sommelier team knows the list, the glass pour selection is strong, and the Italian and French highlights give it more personality than the Napa-heavy surface suggests. The markups lean steep, but the execution earns its Wine Spectator badge. We'd send a friend here.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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Deacon's won't expand your wine horizons, but if California Cabernet with your steak is the plan — and in Nashville, it often is — Andrew Lizardo's program delivers with confidence. The Wine Spectator Award of Excellence is earned, even if the list plays it safe.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
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Char is a dependable, well-executed steakhouse wine list that's built for crowd-pleasing, not adventuring — if California Cabernet is your comfort zone, you'll be happy here. Send a friend who wants a reliable pour with a prime cut; don't send the friend who just got back from a natural wine bar in Copenhagen.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
· Bakersfield · American
Yard House Bakersfield is a beer hall that happens to sell wine, and the list makes no effort to hide that. Markups are aggressive, selections are safe to the point of being anonymous, and the only reason to open a bottle here is if your table voted against another round of IPAs. If you're wine-focused, redirect your budget to the Jean-Luc Colombo Rosé by the glass and call it a night.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Plays It Safe
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
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Give the international and local sections a look before defaulting to Burgundy. Sula at $70 and Old Westminster at $90 offer different budget options. These are posted bottle prices, not guaranteed stock; confirm availability. This menu guide doesn't rate service or cellar conditions.
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