As a former New Yorker now obsessed with Music City, here’s my curated mix of legendary live music venues slinging epic bluegrass, country, and songwriter nights; killer bars with craft cocktails and rooftop vibes; standout restaurants dishing Southe...
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This iconic bluegrass spot has been slinging tunes for DECADES — a true OG in the heart of Music City. Now it’s even more magical, surrounded by soaring Gulch skyscrapers like a timeless gem in a modern crown.
This should be on everyone’s Nashville m...
The Station Inn
There’s always something great playing at this iconic venue. Worth checking out.
Ryman Auditorium
Tucked away in hip East Nashville, this swanky piano karaoke lounge is Music City’s ONLY live piano-backed spot — where Nashville-level talent shines bright! Pros, songwriters, and hidden gems belt out everything from country classics to pop hits, ba...
Sid Gold's Request Room
Sultry jazz nights in a cozy spot — cocktails and sax solos on point.
Rudy's Jazz Room
Food
Slice into Sho Pizza Bar’s Tokyo-meets-Tennessee magic: scissors-snipped crusts loaded with yummy toppings and fresh herb salads that vanish faster than a sold-out show. Wedgewood’s trendy pie spot is a super chill for a date night.
Sho Pizza Bar
One of my go-tos when people visit or for date night with my husband. Local, warm, neighborhood-y and food is always delish.
Lockeland Table
Like stepping by into my late 20s in NYC, but closer to home
Pastis Nashville
Another iconic spot that’s been a staple in west nashville since 1974. Saddle up to the cozy bar, dive into those legendary jumbo lump crab cakes (all crab, no filler!), sip on an extra-large martini, and soak in the timeless Old English-meets-Southe...
Sperry's Belle Meade
Stunning Mediterranean spot with hummus, kebabs, and rooftop views. Fresh and buzzy!
Aba Nashville
From the team at Folk. Elegant interior, great bar, and delicious French fair. 10/10
Junior
Killer thin-crust pizza and so much more in a cozy spot — love this spot for big group dinners served family style or a casual date night. One of my favorites.
Folk
Simply the best croissants in the South. Could go toe to toe with any Parisian or NYC bakery.
Artisan Pastries & Croissants in Nashville | Brightside Bakeshop ...
Good times
Perfect for tapas and wine with girlfriends
Barcelona Wine Bar
Speakeasy vibes with killer craft cocktails in a moody, intimate setting. Perfect for date night! 🍸
The Patterson House
Speakeasy in the Noelle Hotel downtown– magical cocktails in a whimsical, tucked-away lounge.
Hidden Bar at Noelle
Killer dive bar.
Santa's Pub
THE ONLY honky-tonk to visit. The ultimate — fried bologna sandwiches, cold beer, and authentic country music all day. Real Nashville soul!
Robert's Western World | Nashville TN
For those with an adventurous streak. Slightly off the beaten path. Retro country dive with live music, cheap drinks, and zero tourist vibes.
