25 Best Dive Bars in Nashville

Santa's Pub Dive Bar • $
2225 Bransford Ave, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Beer Only - Cash Only
Angry Orchard
Bottled Water
Yuengling
Sundays

“Rest in peace, Santa, this loss will be felt in many communities and across several generations.

And now we rejoice that THE PUB is back. Regular hours populated by the irregular folk who make this place the place to be. If you haven't been to Santa's Pub, then you haven't been to Nashville. If you need a reason to do something off-Broadway, this is the reason!“

4.6 Superb179 Reviews
Batters Box Bar • $
43 Hermitage Ave, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Scrambled Eggs Hashbrowns
Pizza Thin Crust
All Meat Pizza
Cheese Sticks
Thick Bologna
Craft Beers
Quesadilla

“Great little bar. With great food“

4.7 Superb72 Reviews
Bikini Beach Bar Bar • $
1297 Antioch Pike, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Steak
Shot

“I’ve been lucky enough to spend most of the last two weeks at Bikini Beach Bar, when I came down to Nashville to visit my brother (Joe Wayne). The folks here are super friendly, and they have a lot of fun. I’ve only been during mid day, so I haven’t experienced Wed steak night or a live band (my loss). I highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a chill place just to get away or to go to see new and old friends!“

4.6 Superb43 Reviews
Friends in Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk Bar • $$
411 Broadway, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Collard Green Stuffed Wontons Chicken Tenders and Fuc Queso
Chicken Fingers and Fries
Chicken Tenders & Fries
Burger and Fries
Pretzel Hot Dog
Thunder Rolls
Chicken Wings
Wedding Cake
Fried Pickles
Pulled Pork

“We came in Wednesday night and the band was just setting up. We were greeted by a server named Matt who was outstanding! He seated us and asked us if we’d been there before. We were first timers to Nashville! He got our drinks, dinner and even gave us a list of places to visit in Nashville that were his favorites! He went above and beyond to make our experience amazing! Music was top notch, dinner and drinks were great, but our server made our night! Thank you Matt!!“

4.2 Good468 Reviews
Broadway BrewPub & Grub Bar & Grill • $
1900 Broadway, Nashville

“Incredible environment and ambience with over 70 beers on tap. Food is reasonable and very good. Historic bar and with a great staff.“

4.1 Good75 Reviews
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Fran's Dive Bar • $
2504 Dickerson Pike, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Michelob Ultral
Yuengling
Corn Dog
Burrito
Popcom

“immediately welcomed 🙃“

4.5 Superb60 Reviews
Robert's Western World Dive Bar • $
416 Broadway # B, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Recession Special Fried Bologna Sandwich Chips and a PBR for Just 6
Sandwich Chips Beer and Moonpie Combo
Cheeseburger and Beer Koozy
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Cheeseburger and Fries
Mushroom Swiss Burger
Cheese Curd Basket
Onion Ring Basket
Miller High Life
Per and Moon Pie

“Julie & I Love To Hear To Live Music & Dancing At The Bar. Robert's Western World So Cool. We Love Nashville.“

4.8 Superb521 Reviews
Lonnie's Western Room Dive Bar • $
308 Church St, Nashville

“Has the best time here for karaoke on my birthday. The KJ AJ was amazing, the crowd vibes were so much fun and the bartender was amazing. Thank you!!“

3.9 Good59 Reviews
BigShotz Dive Bar • $
115 2nd Ave N, Nashville

“Little hole in the wall bar compared to all the big name spots, but we had a great time for an hour due to the great live music they had going, and the cool husband/wife bartender team that were very nice and kept the chill vibe about the place. They have a big menu of silly named fruity cocktail drinks to go with your normal bar stuff. They had bar pizza, which smelled delicious, but they had just run out of crust, so we struck out. This is a small and intimate place, so if you like to get up close and personsal with the band, this is a great spot to spend an hour while you explore the Broadway area.“

3.9 Good70 Reviews
Bobby's Idle Hour Tavern Bar • $
9 Music Square S, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Miller High Life
Vienna Sausage
Shiner Boch
Sam Adams
Yuengling
Popcorn

“Best listening room I’ve been to in Nashville. People here appreciate and listen and don’t talk. So Good👊“

4.9 Superb93 Reviews
Rosie's Twin Kegs Bar • $
413 W Thompson Ln, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Pimento Cheese Burger with Bacon Lettuce and Tomato
Patty Melt with Loaded Fries
Breakfast Burger
Onion Rings
Loaded Tots
Keg Burger
And Fries
Pesto

“Cool dive bar that you don’t go to just for the food. It’s a unique ambiance. The food is bar food, but it’s really solid. Service also is good and during peak times more members of the team appear and help to provide support somehow! Live band while we were there and the vibe was super cool!“

4.6 Superb78 Reviews
The Underdog Bar • $
3208 Gallatin Pike, Nashville

“Great local spot to see new music or artists that you love trying out new music or giving back to a place that helped them get their start. Small, cold beer, great sound, local establishment.“

4.6 Superb71 Reviews
Springwater Bar • $
115 27th Ave N, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Shredded Chicken
Mac and Cheese

“Classic dive bar. Live music, pool tables, indoor/outdoor seating, 2 bars, good ole boys.“

4.5 Superb88 Reviews
Betty's Grill Bar & Grill • $
407 49th Ave N, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tenders
Grilled Cheese
Buffalo Wings
Cheeseburger
Onion Rings
Yuengling
Hamburger
blt

“We were in from Denmark and had a wonderful all-American bar experience there… very nice bartender and we had fun talking to the other guets .. just go there“

4.5 Superb76 Reviews
Dino's Bar & Grill American • $
411 Gallatin Ave, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Hot Chicken Cheeseburger and Fries Frito Pie
Porterhouse Steakhouse Burger
Dinos Cheeseburger and Fries
Nashville Hot Chicken
Classic Cheeseburger
Beyond Cheeseburger
Animal Style Fries
Chicken Sandwich
Basket of Fries
Huevos Rancheros

“I'm a person who asks questions so I really do appreciate the patience and menu advice.
I got the hot chicken, fried w/ chili on top.
The medium spice flavor was stated to be around a 5/6 and the hot spice flavor was stated to be around a 7/8.
The chicken was unexpectedly flavorful and very savory. The spice level was perfect for my liking (hot).
I would absolutely come back with people who have never been here before.
I went late at night after watching some musician friends play at an event. The food wait was about 15 min.“

4.4 Superb220 Reviews
Bret's Basement Lounge Bar • $
3302 Nolensville Pk, Nashville

“The musicjukebox, band & or karaoke is always🔥fire an you'll never find a beer colder! Also ample parking! If Bret & Ali are there you're sure to have a good time!“

4.6 Superb25 Reviews
Players Inn Sports Bar • $
7097 Old Harding Pike B, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Meat Lovers Pizza
Pigs in a Blanket
French Dip

“Great atmosphere, music, hot beer, cold food and bartenders have an attitude. So I love it. ❤️❤️😂😂“

4.4 Superb56 Reviews
Drifters Tennessee Barbeque (BBQ) Joint Barbecue • $
1008 B, Woodland St, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Hickory Smoked Sampler Platter
Sweet & Smoky House
BBQ Brisket Nachos
Fried Pickle Chips
Fried Hot Pickles
BBQ Sampler Plate
Brisket Sandwich
Southwest Salad
Mac and Cheese
Pulled Chicken

“We spent a long weekend in Nashville and the meal at Drifters was by far the best we had! The smoked wings were so good they didn't need any sauce and the pork was amazing. Great little place and wonderful staff. We're so glad we checked it out!!!“

4.3 Superb145 Reviews
The Villager Tavern Bar • $
1719 21st Ave S, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Chicken and Andouille Gumbo
French Bread Slices
Roast Beef PO-Boy
With Toasted
Half Turkey

“You can get a nice priced beer, a sandwich and homemade gumbo when you need...learn or smash yer friends in darts. FYI there isn't a server silly. Great events and music (every place isn't required to play country play Billie Ellis, idol or Joel. They even have a podcast believe it or not. The flag has been there a long time, don't worry.“

4.2 Good96 Reviews
Elm Hill Tavern Bar • $
1941 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Tuna or Chicken Salad Melt
Honey Mustard Chicken Wrap
Southwestern Chicken Wrap
Black Forest Sandwich
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Roast Beast Sandwich
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Chicken Pesto Pizza
Prime Rib Sandwich
Chicken Quesadilla

“Great local bar close to airport hotels“

4.1 Good61 Reviews
The Red Door Saloon East Bar • $
1010 Forest Ave, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Corned Beef Reuben Sandwich
Potato Salad

“The Red Door Saloon East is definitely a go to spot and a true local favorite. Our dear friend Mike, who moved here from Tucson, invited us to check it out and I am so glad he did. It has such a fun and lively atmosphere, perfect for grabbing drinks with friends, watching sports, or starting off the night before heading out. The decor really stands out with its stylish yet comfortable vibe, creating a space that feels both modern and welcoming. Whether you are coming for a casual hangout or to pregame, this place has the right energy to set the tone. The crowd is friendly, the service is attentive, and there is always something going on to keep you entertained. It is one of those spots that makes you want to come back again and again because you know you will have a good time.“

4.1 Good77 Reviews
Losers Bar & Grill Dive Bar • $
1911 Division St, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Basket of Fries or Tater Tots
Newby's BBQ Nachos
Chips and Queso
Buffalo Wings
Whiskey Jam
Hot Chicken

“Great wait staff. Delicious food. Awesom entertainment.“

3.5 Good170 Reviews
The Stage on Broadway Dive Bar • $$
412 Broadway, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Jim Beam and Coke
Brisket and Sides
Dickel My Pickle
Music City Mule
The Tennessean
Corona Premier
Patron Silver
Cowboy Boogie
Some Beach
Yuengling

“Interesting. … I’d like to see him live!“

4.1 Good163 Reviews
Lucky's Bar & Grill Bar • $
579 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Eggplant Parmesan
Chicken Parmesan
Veal Parmesan
Meatballs

“This place is fantastic! We had this place suggested to us from our hotel concierge while visiting Nashville from Wisconsin. We wanted to visit the real Nashville, not the tourist hype. Second we walked in all the bartenders were amazing, as well as the DJs. Instantly make you feel like your home! All the locals were great. They definitely helped us out on having the real Nashville experience! You feel at home in this place. I would highly recommend any day of the week!“

3.7 Good51 Reviews
The Rusty Nail Bar Bar • $
Rusty Nail, 4054 Andrew Jackson Way, Hermitage

Customers` Favorites

Basket of Fries and Choice of One Sauce
10 Wings Tossed in 1 Flavor
Chicken Tenders and Fries
Prize Karaoke To
Chips and Salsa
Corona Premier
Pickle Fries
Cheese Fries
Hot Wings
Games

“If you are a single person or with friends, this is the bar you have to come to, the food is 200%, I have visited an unlimited number of bars in Nashville and this is the best, it gives you a Caribbean vibe, but at the same time very American, here you can feel however you want, if you like sports this is the bar for you to come with your friends, believe me it is the best bar, the bartenders will love you.“

3.7 Good78 Reviews