24 Best Dive Bars in Nashville

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

“We had a great time at Robert’s! The music was great and the bologna sandwich was delicious. We came a little early on Sunday to hear the praise service; which was so nice. We knew the grill didn’t open until later, which was fine. The only complaint we had was one of the waitresses/ bartenders was a complete a$$! She was slamming things down on the bar and said she was “not talking to anybody before noon. “ We weren’t in any hurry for our sandwiches and didn’t try to order early or anything. She was just sooo rude!! It’s a great place, but that one woman was a real bummer! She should find a different line of work!!! Away from the public.“

4.7 Superb849 Reviews
Dino's Bar & Grill American • $
411 Gallatin Ave, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

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

“Will never go to nashville again without stopping here! This is the best burger I have ever ate! Dim, cozy lighting. 80’s tunes playing in the background. It was truly like stepping back in time. We went on a thursday night, food came out so fast. I will say not really a spot for socializing and meeting people though. Definitely a great time nonetheless.“

4.5 Superb450 Reviews
Santa's Pub Dive Bar • $
2225 Bransford Ave, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Beer Only - Cash Only
Angry Orchard
Bottled Water
Yuengling
Sundays

“Incredible dive bar with tremendous Christmas vibes in honor of the original owner who was nicknamed 'Santa'. His grandsons now run the establishment and Riley and Jericho are awesome guys who are honoring his legacy by their grace and hospitality. It is cash ONLY with only beer offerings, so make sure to grab cash but they do have an ATM on site if need be. They have karaoke 5 nights a week and it's a tremendous atmosphere hosted by Peter, another great guy who's professional and runs a great karaoke show. Get to this bar when in Nashville and sing your heart out and make plenty of new friends! I will absolutely return to this place. Probably tonight...😝“

4.6 Superb338 Reviews
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Fran's

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

Customers` Favorites

Michelob Ultral
Yuengling
Corn Dog
Burrito
Popcom

“immediately welcomed 🙃“

4.5 Superb127 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

“Had a blast and Adam was amazing!!! From the moment we sat down, he was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome. Adam kept our drinks full, offered great recommendations, and had such a positive attitude that made the whole experience even better. It’s clear he takes pride in providing excellent service, and it definitely didn’t go unnoticed. Great service like this is hard to find, and we can’t wait to come back. Thank you for making our visit so enjoyable!“

4.2 Good686 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 Superb140 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 Superb142 Reviews
The Underdog Bar • $$
3208 Gallatin Pike, Nashville

“Had the best time!!! Great music🎶☮️“

4.6 Superb100 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!“

4.5 Superb181 Reviews
Drifters Tennessee Barbeque (BBQ) Joint Barbecue • $
Woodland St 1008 B, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Fall Off the Bone Ribs Half Rack
Hickory Smoked Sampler Platter
Hickory Smoked BBQ Nachos
Sweet & Smoky House
BBQ Brisket Nachos
Fried Pickle Chips
Fried Hot Pickles
BBQ Sampler Plate
Brisket Sandwich
Southwest Salad

“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!!!“

4.4 Superb311 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!“

4.4 Superb135 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!!“

3.7 Good181 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.“

4.4 Superb189 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!“

4.7 Superb74 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 Superb134 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.“

3.7 Good165 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!“

4.2 Good403 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 Good300 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

“I’ve been coming here since 2016! They have great waitresses who can cook ya the best food! I host poker here also every Saturday night at 7:15pm and 9:30pm! Come out and see us and I’ll give you 10k in free chips! Darts Pool and a Juke box to keep you entertained!“

4.1 Good158 Reviews
The Red Door Saloon East Bar • $
1010 Forest Ave, Nashville

Customers` Favorites

Corned Beef Reuben Sandwich
Potato Salad

“So Google just promoted me to review this spot and I can’t believe after so many years of walking in their door that I haven’t reviewed the Door.

The bartenders are great. I love the patio when the weather is good. There’s something about the openness that is nice. You can lean on the railing and you’re not surrounded by condos and new stuff. Don’t see that changing as the library and the school won’t be going anywhere any time soon.

If I still lived in Nashville I’d still be going.“

4 Good206 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

“A staple for Nashville and a MUST if you’re visiting the city. Great location, incredible atmosphere, cool patrons, free darts (super cool), always cold beer with great prices and bartenders you’ll eventually put on your Christmas list.

PS - Rhonda is amazing“

4 Good186 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 Good133 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.“

3.6 Good382 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

“I absolutely love this place. It's very chill with pool tables and a live band. The employees are amazing! And the bar tenders are amazing! I've never waited more than 2min. for a drink even if they're packed. I go here at least once a week. And I'll definitely be back. They just had volleyball tournaments. And let me tell you these women are dedicated. They were out in the rain giving it their all! I hope y'all come on down, it'll be worth your while to check it out. They got something for everyone!!“

3.7 Good181 Reviews