50 Best Cocktail Bars in Nashville

“Had a great experience at COA! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the overall service was excellent. A special shoutout to **Akshay**, who was an amazing server—friendly, attentive, and very helpful throughout our visit. He made sure everything was taken care of and really made the experience enjoyable. Highly recommend COA, and definitely ask for Akshay if you visit!“

“The atmosphere is very nice and the food is delicious!“

“Barrel Proof is the best place to go for an amazing liquor selection, delicious food, fantastic staff, and great community. There are no strangers, just friends you haven’t met yet. I’ve brought friends, met work colleagues there, and it’s just as fun going solo and talking to new people. If you see me there, say hi!“

“The bartender tonight was amazing. I had a great chat with him, and it seems he's leaving to a new adventure soon. Not great for this place, since he has a real passion for what he does, and I think they're losing a great guy. Best of luck on your new adventures! Food was about as expected, not the drinks were phenomenal!“

“You can’t beat the Skull room in Nashville. The food, service, music, and atmosphere 5 plus stars! Highly recommend“

“Excellent food and service! The chefs are artist. ❤️“

“amazing food and staff! The brunch is top tier“

“We always have a great experience here! Caleb and Allison are always on point with the drinks and make us feel relaxed and welcome. Not to mention the hostess (whose name I can't recall at this moment). She's always on top of her game, extremely friendly and also accommodates our requests as we love sitting at the bar top. As for food, highly recommend the miso deviled eggs. But everything on the menu is amazing!“

“Unreal - the food and service was insane. The host, was the most respectful, welcoming and nice person I have ever interacted at a restaurant. I didn't get her name, but she truly made the experience unforgettable. She was the most polite person and made this experience even better.“

“Such an authentic and unique spot. There always seems to be something going on, which gives the place a really lively feel. The garden is large and one of the best parts, especially when the weather is nice. Great atmosphere, relaxed crowd, and just an enjoyable place to spend a few hours“

“We stumbled into this live karaoke bar. My boyfriend have always wanted to do it and it was the most fun, amazing atmosphere people made us feel like we were family and we’ve been there all of our lives. I want to go back again soon. There are not enough stairs that I can give this place and I’ve told all my friends that they need to go visit there.“

“What a beautiful hidden gem! My husband and I have been here a couple of times and our last time we went was so wonderful. It’s a relaxed vibe that is also very well put together so you can come dressed up or in relaxed clothing and you’ll fit right in either way. We both got sake flights and oh my goodness- each flavor was phenomenal! My favorites were the Cloud Palace and the Gunma(I apologize if I spelled that wrong). Not only were the drinks delicious, the service was top notch- Noah was very knowledgeable and friendly to chat with! Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking to relax after work or have a quite date night.“

“Had the ribs and collards yesterday evening , both were outstanding. Highly enjoyed“

“Simon was great very customer friendly and great personality he was awesome.“

“My friend Brought me here and wow!!!! Such a great spot!“

“Today was the first I’ve even heard about this. I was leary about it at first with the parking being terrible. But my wife really wanted to try it. So valet we went. The young man that parked my Jeep was so nice and professional. But back to the restaurant. I was 100% impressed with just a burger that we are looking forward to coming back and having a real dinner. Hands down worth the time and energy. Bartenders were great, servers were polite and who I think was a manager was very attentive. Thank you all for today.“

“Coral Club is outstanding in every aspect. My partner and I came in tonight for drinks and loved every moment. It’s also our anniversary and the bartender treated us to some bubbles to celebrate! The service is excellent and the drinks are fantastic! This bar has definitely earned its place as a regular spot on our list! P.S. the playlist and overall vibes are immaculate.“

“Joseph was absolutely incredible. My friend and I asked for some obscure cocktails, and Joseph more than delivered. Not only did he deliver amazing drinks, he went above and beyond with his service. I recommend asking for a Trinidad sour, but with rye whiskey as the spirit- thank you Joesph for the recommendation!“

“Brunch and Drag show were so much fun! Our bachelorette party, loved the vibe!“

“Everything was delicious! And my husband (who’s not vegan) even liked his food. It came out hot and fresh. We will definitely be back“

“We came here for a girls' night out and were absolutely blown away! The restaurant offers a stunning panoramic view of the Nashville skyline, creating a beautiful ambiance. The food was exceptional! The tuna tartare, prepared tableside, was incredibly fresh with great flavor--an absolute must-try!! The duck fat fries were perfectly crispy and served with three delicious sauces, each one better than the last. The steak was cooked perfectly medium, juicy and tender, and the seared scallop on the side was a delightful addition. This spot is perfect for a girls' night out or a rom“

“Hands down the best all around dinner experience in Nashville. Presentation was off the charts! This was our first time visiting, they had a “Christmas Eve” menu which looked delicious but we came with our hearts set on the steak; no questions asked the kitchen was happy to adjust, we received the best steak we have tasted yet! The staff was beyond wonderful, the atmosphere was perfect. Love love loved Yolan; this will be a must have every time we visit Nashville! Thank you Yolan for the perfect Christmas Eve experience!“

“The absinthe tasting menu was amazing! Choice of 3 different absinthes off a pretty extensive menu and was paired with a truffle. The drip with the drinks were nice so that you can manage the amount of water you want. The non absinthe drink menu was great too for those that do not like absinthe!“

“Ever since Martha’s opened, it’s been a staple in the East Nashville cocktail scene. The atmosphere is great- an easy going, unpretentious, neighborhood bar with a pool table and plenty of space for everyone — whether you post up at the bar or grab a booth with a large group of friends. Alex and his staff are knowledgeable, friendly and continually update the menu — plus they have pop up food vendors which is not to be missed. I’ve been here on quieter nights and I’ve also seen the place completely packed (Halloween and Christmas-time). The staff has been GREAT in all aspects. Always looking forward to my next visit (especially when the Phil Collins playlist comes on).“

“A must stop! This place was super cool and great location between The Gulch and Broadway. Fun delicious creative drinks, plush chairs and couches with upscale lighting. Staff was super friendly. It’s definitely a hidden gem so glad we stopped in“

“Good ambiance, good drinks and good food. Even better our waitress Stacy was awesome. I'd go back just to sit at her table and have drinks!“

“Great ambience. Great service. Great food. Only issue was that our table of 4 would’ve loved to try the 2 orders of Cheddar Biscuits that we ordered with dinner but our server never put them in. Oh well. Otherwise great experience.“

“An incredible dining experience in Nashville with phenomenal food and top-notch hospitality.

The meal started off strong with the coffee, which was absolutely amazing. Food-wise, the omelette was top tier, perfectly prepared and full of flavor, and the potatoes were a really solid side to round out the plate.

The service throughout the visit was fantastic. A huge shoutout to Jack for being extremely helpful, attentive, and making sure we were well taken care of the entire time.

Great food, great atmosphere, and exceptional service. Highly recommend!“

“What a great experience! First, food was so good! The sauce on the wings was delicious and I can’t stop raving about the baked beans and BANANA PUDDING!!!! But to top it off, our waitress went above and beyond. She gave us perfect recommendations and offered for us to try the banana pudding on the house because it’s that good… she was not kidding! Then gave an extra serving of baked beans to go because I was raving about them so much! We will 100% be back (regularly)!!“

“My wife and I were married here and it was the best night of our lives. Amazing staff, amazing food, amazing drinks. What else is there to say?!!! Love this venue!!“

“Vibin atmosphere definitely a cool place to chill. Have some drinks. Good food. There’s a DJ plays great music and everyone’s super chill and friendly. I highly recommend checking it out.“

“Pretty cool cigar bar and bar. Servers were very nice and informative with how the bar runs and the offerings. Not many snacks or food so dont come hungry. We did get the croque bites just to have something on our stomachs. Bar can fit all sizes of parties.“

“Super cute local distillery, we did our tasting with Mitch and he was awesome. My husband loved all five whiskeys that he tried. I liked that they sold food too. They also foster kittens which made me want to support them even more. I highly recommend.“

“1/2 Rack, Mac and cheese, pork sandwich, Mac and cheese, cornbread- ALL UNBELIEVABLY AMAZING!!!!! Oh and the bread pudding!!!“

“What an incredible place! Celebrated with friends last night and the food was amazing, the service incredible (Dee Dee was simply awesome) and the vibe was wonderful! We LOVE this place!“

“Good place for a date night and good vibes“

“Cute place on a corner in North Nashville! The Burlesque N Brunch show is EVERYTHING and EXCITING!“

“So glad we stumbled across this easy to miss fabulous cocktail lounge. As soon as you enter the first thing you notice is the perfect mood lighting, just at the perfect amount of amber light to set the mood. The decor is also perfect for an intimate vibe and perfect easy to have conversations.

The vocals are created ever so thoughtful but Gene who is exceptional at his craft, he makes sure all the fine details are included.

After three days of trying to find the perfect cocktail lounge in downtown Nashville we finally did.“

“Great little shop with good food and drink and a wonderful music venue.“

“great drinks, great staff, great bar.“

“Awesome place, full of character“

“My kids took me for my birthday. Walking in, the ladies at the front were very nice wishing me a happy birthday. Our waiter, Clifton, could not have been any nicer or attentive. My menu came with a Happy Birthday Anna written on it. The whole experience was really special. Everyone was just friendly and did their job over and above expectations. The food was very good. My daughter and I split a 12 oz Cowgirl ribeye which was perfect. My son got the Cowboy ribeye and he said it was amazing. The Mac n cheese was good. My DIL got the pasta primavera and she liked it. The butter cake was great and the waiter surprised me with Crème Brûlée. All very good. Great atmosphere. Definitely will be going back. Thank you for making my birthday memorable!“

“Cool little spot with good food and some interesting dishes. We tried several different things and had a pretty good experience overall.

We started with the bao buns, fries, and fried dumplings. The bao buns had a little too much mayo for my taste, but they were good overall. The dumplings were different than what I was expecting, but really good. The fries were... well, fries. 😂 Nothing special there.

For our entrées, we got the Pad Kra Pow, which is Thai minced beef stir fried with chili, garlic, and basil, served with rice and a fried sunny side up egg. It was good and had a nice amount of spice, but I felt like it was missing some kind of sauce on the side, maybe soy sauce or another Asian style sauce. I think that would have added a little something extra to the dish.

Our other entrée was the Noodles, which are biang biang hand pulled noodles with chili cumin brisket, trumpet mushrooms, and yu choy. Basically, it’s one long, continuous noodle that comes with a pair of scissors so you can cut it into pieces as you go. This dish was mouth numbingly spicy, but SO good. It was easily my favorite thing we had all night.

Overall, I’d definitely go back if I were in the area. I would absolutely get the Noodles again, but I’d probably skip the other dishes we tried and would want to try some new things instead. Definitely a cool spot worth checking out if you’re looking for something a little different!“

“We stopped in while in Nashville. We were the first in the restaurant and were greeted by the. AMAZING staff. We didn’t have a reservation but were treated very well. We weren’t sure what we wanted to order so our server gave us some recommendations that didn’t disappoint. From the drinks to the end we were checked on frequently. Steak was like butter and cooked to perfection. Yes, the prices are high. That being said we will be returning and have recommended it to several friends as a “must try” while visiting Nashville.“

“Yes!! The hostess Beverlyn welcomes you like you’re family and is amazing. Our server was informative and great! French onion burger was wonderful!!!“

“Loved this place! My friend who lives in Nashville took me here. The menu was awesome, loved the speak easy vibes. Great staff. My bacon old fashioned was to die for. I wish I had this place close to home! Would go again and again“

“Mesa was amazing and such a great waitress!“

“I just checked this bar out for the first time! I didn't try the food but the drinks were good. They had a wide array of non-alcoholic beverages in addition to their regular drink menu which was a nice touch. There was both indoor and outdoor seating and it looks like there are a lot of events happening at this location throughout the week that I will have to check out! I loved the vibes and am excited to return!“

“Great experience for our first visit! Food was delicious, rooftop has a comfy “chill” atmosphere. Staff was pleasant as well! Definitely going back!“

“When we were first seated, we were placed in the back room away from the music, and honestly it wasn’t the experience we came for. But the moment we spoke with Derek and Nicole, everything changed. Their customer service was beyond exceptional. They listened, understood exactly what we wanted, and the management team went above and beyond to make it right by moving us to an incredible table right up front by the stage. From that moment on, the service was flawless. Constant check-ins, genuine hospitality, and tableside wine service. Every detail felt intentional and elevated. And the food? Outstanding. Every dish was executed perfectly. The cocktails were just as impressive, crafted beautifully and absolutely top tier. The atmosphere, live music, energy, and overall experience created the kind of night you hope for when booking a supper club. As a foodie from Houston, a city with one of the best food scenes in the country, I do not say this lightly: this place blew me away. Houston sets a high bar, and Twelve Thirty Club met it and then some. If you’re in Nashville, this is not just a place to eat, it’s a full experience. Five stars, top of the line, and absolutely worth every minute.“