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Yakitori skewers off the grill
A bowl of ramen with chopsticks
A sushi and sashimi spread
Crispy Brussels sprouts
Cocktails and sake at the bar

a gathering place, japanese-style

a gathering place, japanese-style

since 2014, Two Ten Jack has offered our reflection of a centuries-old japanese tradition - gathering with friends, neighbors and coworkers over small plates, drinks and ramen. kodawari has been our guiding principle, which is the japanese philosophy of uncompromising dedication, where a chef or artisan pursues perfection and pays obsessive attention to every tiny detail of their craft. we look forward to welcoming you in, or bringing our craft to you.

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frequently asked questions

What is an izakaya, and how is that different from a typical ramen shop or sushi restaurant?
An Izakaya is a Japanese pub — a casual, social spot built around small plates, Skewers, drinks, and staying a while. In Japan, many shops focus on just one thing, but an izakaya is the whole night:Yakitori Off The Grill, Shared Plates, a Full Bar, all part of a much bigger table. We fell in love with ramen years ago and always knew we wanted a ramen-focused izakaya.

Do you make your broth in-house? How long does it take?
We make all of our broths in-house, from scratch, over hours — never from concentrate. Our tori paitan is a cloudy chicken broth simmered for over 12 hours, and our Tonkotsu Ramen is a three-day process that gives it its signature richness.

What does kodawari mean?
Kodawari (こだわり) is a Japanese word without a clean English equivalent — it roughly means an uncompromising commitment to quality and detail, a kind of obsessive care in how something is made. When we call ourselves a kodawari ramen shop, it's a nod to that standard: sourcing well, building broth over hours or days, and treating every component — noodles, tare, toppings — as worth getting right, not just assembled.

Do you have vegetarian or vegan options?
Yes! Our Yasai Shoyu Ramen  is a vegetable broth built from several umami-rich sources like shiitake and kombu. We also offer several small plates and a selection of seasonal vegetable skewers off the grill.

Do you offer gluten-free options?
Yes, we carry a range of Gluten Free menu items. We have Celiac Options available, and our servers are well-versed in guiding gluten-sensitive guests through their options.

Is there a happy hour, and when?
Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday, 4–6 PM, with drink and food specials.

Are you kid-friendly? Is there a kids' menu?
Absolutely! We adore our littlest fans and have celebrated many young milestones with families over the years.

Is there parking, and what's it like at each location?
There's plenty of parking at both locations. East Nashville has a large Parking Lot On Site, and at Sylvan Supply, there's a paid lot with a free 2-hour window, plus ample street parking.