Nashville may be known as Music City, but it's also a big drinking city that thrives during happy hour! From the locals to the tourists to the countless bachelorette trips, the bars are always full of crowds having a blast in the city. Check out our list of the best bars and keep it handy for your next Nash bash!

Updated May 2022


 

Attaboy

Attaboy

Speakeasy Attaboy hails from New York, and it's credited with playing a role in the modern craft-cocktail movement. With no menu, all drinks are personalized in their dim, intimate space! It's first come first served, so cheers to a good night and see what delicious concoction the bartenders make for you!

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photo courtesy of Attaboy


 

Bastion

Bastion

Bastion is half restaurant, half "big bar" and sits tucked away in a Wedgewood warehouse building. If you like nachos, this is the place for you as that's the only food item on the big bar menu! Visit eager to try a new cocktail and listen to records while you enjoy the restored decor!

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photo courtesy of Bastion


 

Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row

Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row

With locations in Scottsdale, Pheonix, and Nashville, this gastropub has won awards for its tasty cocktails and delicious food, which is primarily barbecue! It features three floors dedicated to country and rock-n-roll music, and they even serve brunch on the weekends! The Broadway location was just purchased by a California-based company, so don't be surprised if any changes are made to the historic building in the near future.

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photo courtesy of Whiskey Row


 

FLAMINGO COCKTAIL CLUB

Flamingo Cocktail Club

What was once a church building is now a flamingo colored cocktail club that is a go-to spot for cocktails and late night dancing under the disco ball! The open space by the bar is ideal for showing off those moves, and the neon pink lights and palm trees on the the cozy patio set the mood just right. Visit for coffee during the day at their next-door coffee shop, Falcon, and try Falcon's brunch on the weekend!

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photo courtesy of Flamingo Cocktail Club


 

GREENHOUSE BAR

GREENHOUSE BAR

GreenHouse Bar is exactly what it sounds like — a greenhouse oasis perfect for a drink and an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city! You can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner here in addition to your delicious drinks. We got the lavender lemonade and absolutely loved it!

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Jason Aldean's

Jason Aldean's

With the largest rooftop on Broadway, Jason Aldean's features four stories of country music and southern food! You'll find 6 bars, 27,000 sq. ft. of fun, and live music on two of the four floors! Experience a true Nashville honky tonk here and enjoy country music all day every day. Pro tip: head two blocks down 3rd or 4th Ave. to Church St. and check out the lights and bars in Printers Alley!

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photo courtesy of Jason Aldean's


 

Kid Rock's

Kid Rock's

Kid Rock's Big Ass Honky Tonk Rock N' Roll Steakhouse boasts six bars, five floors, and four stages in the heart of Broadway. Almost 2,000 people can fit in this honky tonk! The rooftop has fantastic views of the city, and the second story overlooks the first floor stage, so you can enjoy from above. Their kitchen serves steaks during the day, and on game days you can watch on screens throughout the bar!

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photo courtesy of Kid Rock's


 

Kung Fu Saloon

Kung Fu Saloon

The Dallas location of Kung Fu sadly just closed... but good news! The Nashville location is better than ever! Located in midtown, this arcade-meets-bar (with a speakeasy) offers lots of fun and is a great place to either start or spend your night! Lawn games and private karaoke rooms take their entertainment to the next level, so there is a handful of ways to have your fun at Kung Fu!

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photo courtesy of Kung Fu Saloon


 

L.A. Jackson

A staple indoor/outdoor rooftop in the Gulch, L.A. Jackson is known for its laid-back yet upscale atmosphere perfect for sips with friends or for dinner with a view. They don't take reservations, so if you visit for a meal, spend your time waiting for a table by enjoying your drink outside. They bring in DJ's throughout the weekend, so be ready for a good time!

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photo courtesy of L.A. Jackson


 

Lou/Na

Lou/Na

Lou/Na sits on the rooftop of the Grand Hyatt and offers upscale views of the city from 25 floors up. The lounge was inspired by the railroads of Louisville and Nashville, hence the name. When you visit, try the Instagrammable Moxie Dewdrop, which is pink and topped with gummy bears!

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photo courtesy of Lou/Na


 

Monday Night Brewing

Monday Night Brewing

From five years of a bible study group perfecting their brews comes Monday Night Brewing! This full-service taproom offers 24 draft beers, wine, cocktails, and an extensive patio. Visit during lunch to see the taproom transform into a coworking space in the building that was once used for meatpacking!

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photo courtesy of Monday Night Brewing


 

Mother's Ruin

Mother's Ruin

Mother's Ruin has the feel of a comfortable, local bar with pizazz from the fun cocktails like the Involuntary Narcissistic Rage and the Yardsale Trampoline. They take bar food to another level, and their delicious fries cannot be skipped. Brunch is served everyday 'til 4, and when you get there just make yourself at home as there's no door service.

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photo courtesy of Mother's Ruin


 

Nashville Underground

Nashville Underground

Spanning six stories and 55,000 square feet, Underground is Broadway's honky tonk owned by celebrity brothers Joey and Gavin DeGraw. Underground touts four rooftop bars as it sits right next to the Cumberland river. In addition to the cold draft beers and cocktails, city views, and live music, you can enjoy bowling, arcade games, and two mechanical bulls! It's an epicenter of fun to say the least.

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photo courtesy of Nashville Underground


 

Old Glory

Old Glory has been open since 2016, but it maintains a low key profile as it doesn't have a sign and only allows entry from the alley door surrounded by a big gold triangle. The building was originally a '20's boiler room for a dry cleaning service, and the bar owners have really tapped into that unfinished, boiler room feel by using it as inspiration for the decor. Enjoy your grand entrance down the spiral staircase, and let the space charm you as you enjoy your cocktails and small plates!

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photo courtesy of Old Glory


 

Pearl Diver

PEARL DIVER

Highlighting island food, drinks, and vibes, Pearl Diver is an East Nashville escape for tropical flavors and patio hangs. Their bites include Tijuana fries, pineapple fried rice, and a Hawaiian big mac, and their drinks, like the prozen pina colada and the mai tai, will transport you to your island happy place!

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photo courtesy of Peal Diver


 

Rare Bird

Rare Bird

Situated on the rooftop of the Noelle hotel, Rare Bird offers "draft cocktails and uncaged spirits" 13 floors high! The scenic views make for perfect photos and lookouts once you have your drink in hand. They have small and large plates, but the white cheddar truffle popcorn from the snack menu makes us drool! Grab a glass of bubbles, a beer, or a cocktail and take in the beauty of the city. 

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photo courtesy of Rare Bird


 

Red Phone Booth

Red Phone Booth

Red Phone Booth offers the classic 1920's speakeasy experience as non-members must secure the phone number from a member, concierge or friend to enter it into the booth and gain access to the bar. Once in, Neopolitan pizza, craft cocktails with fresh squeezed juices, and a cigar program await you in the lounge. Make sure to check the dress code before you go, and once you're there enjoy the exclusive and detail-oriented evening ahead.

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photo courtesy of Red Phone Booth


 

Rosemary and Beauty Queen

Rosemary and Beauty Queen

Rosemary and Beauty Queen occupies an old home with vibrant paintings covering the outside. Rosemary refers to the first bar, and Beauty Queen is the added garage bar in the back that also serves as dance space. The back patio connects the two and hosts a DJ a couple nights a week. Cocktails, beer, shot specials, and wine constitute their drink menu, and their outdoor space is truly the perfect place to join the locals for the delicious drinks!

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photo courtesy of Rosemary and Beauty Queen


 

The Patterson House

THE PATTERSON HOUSE

The Patterson House keeps a low profile but is a classy cocktail lounge perfect for intimate sips and bites in a dimly lit space. They take limited reservations and encourage walk-ins. With limited information online, you truly have to visit to experience it for yourself! For a fancy evening with top of the line cocktails, The Patterson House is the way to go. 

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photo courtesy of The Patterson House


 

Winners and Losers

Winners and Losers

Winners and Losers don't look like much from the outside, but they're Midtown's side-by-side sports and dive bars with lots of action! With typical bar food, these spots are hubs for live music and country music celebrity appearances. On Monday and Thursday nights, visit Winner's for Whiskey Jam, a 10-year tradition of live music with some of the biggest names in country music like Thomas Rhett, Chris Young, Lady A and more!

WINNERS | LOSERS

photo courtesy of Losers


 

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