We asked Nashville visitors which bars first-timers should hit when they visit Broadway.
The responses came flooding in. Some people said “all of them.” Others got specific about which ones deliver the best experience.
Here's what you need to know for your first trip.
Start With The Classics
Robert's Western World came up more than any other bar in the comments.
Multiple visitors called it a “must” stop. One person said it has the best music on Broadway. Another described it as the place for traditional country music with cheap beer.
The fried bologna sandwich combo costs six dollars. Yes, that's become a thing people specifically go there for.
If you want traditional country without tourist prices, Robert's delivers.
Tootsie's Orchid Lounge showed up constantly in people's recommendations.
One visitor put it simply: “You have to go to Tootsie's if just to say you went there.”
There's a lot of country music history here. It's one of those places where you go because it's part of the Nashville experience.
The Rooftop Bars
You asked about rooftop bars. You've got options.
Jason Aldean's got praised repeatedly for its rooftop. One visitor said the rooftop was “so much fun at night.” Another called it “awesome.”
Morgan Wallen's rooftop bar got called “cool” by multiple people.
Lainey Wilson's bar has a rooftop. One visitor mentioned the dueling piano bar downstairs as a bonus.
Almost every bar on Broadway has a rooftop now, according to several comments. One visitor noted which ones have elevators if that matters to you.
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You mentioned wanting to hit these two specifically.
Kid Rock's got mixed reviews, but plenty of people still recommended it.
Multiple visitors said they loved it. One person described it as “fun.” Another mentioned going there two different times.
But prepare yourself if you're planning to eat there — one visitor warned you won't hear the person you're with because of the noise level.
Garth Brooks' bar disappointed several people.
One visitor said it “really disappointed” them and recommended skipping it for Teddy's instead. Another called it “just another sports bar type” and was let down.
Someone else said they weren't impressed and prefer the classics like Tin Roof, Tootsie's, and Redneck Riviera.
But other visitors loved it. One person said it's “by far” their favorite. Another is excited to check it out.
Your experience might vary, but manage expectations based on what others have said.
The New Spots Getting Buzz
Posty's (Post Malone's bar) impressed multiple visitors.
One person said they were “very impressed” and noted the atmosphere was great with good music. The crowd skewed older — 40s to late 50s — when they visited between 4 and 10.
Another visitor described it as “dark and cool if it's a hot day out.” Someone else simply said “I love Posty's!”
Jelly Roll's Goodnight Nashville got recommended by multiple people.
Visitors said they went two nights in a row because the band was great. One person listed it among their favorites alongside other top spots.
Other Broadway Favorites
The Stage earned steady mentions from first-time visitor recommendations.
Legends Corner got called “awesome” and made several must-do lists.
Honky Tonk Central appeared on multiple recommendation lists, particularly if you like Kid Rock's vibe.
Chiefs (Eric Church's bar) got praised for different music on each floor and a rooftop bar. One visitor specifically mentioned the BBQ being really good.
Ole Red (Blake Shelton's place) got multiple recommendations. One visitor said to definitely get the tater tots at lunch. Another mentioned the tractor hanging from the ceiling.
Redneck Riviera appeared on several favorite lists. One visitor called it small but great.
Lucky Bastards got called “awesome” by a visitor.
Layla's showed up multiple times, with one person mentioning the Eskimo Brothers playing there Sunday nights.
Off-Broadway Options Worth Knowing
Several visitors suggested getting off Broadway at some point.
Category 10 on 2nd Avenue got recommended multiple times, especially if you like line dancing. One visitor warned it's expensive but cool.
Scoreboard Bar and Music City Bar and Grill made the off-Broadway favorites list.
Printers Alley got mentioned for blues and jazz music. One person specifically recommended Bourbon Street Blues and Boogie Bar to see Stacy Mitchhart play.
The Local isn't on Broadway but serves good music and deep fried pickles.
3rd & Lindsley on Monday nights features the Time Jumpers — one visitor called them “the best band you'll see in Nashville.”
Food Stops
Casa Rosa (Miranda Lambert's place) got raved about for food.
Multiple people said the Mexican food is excellent with huge portions at “civilized prices.” One visitor specifically said to go upstairs and called it the best food on Broadway.
Mellow Mushroom on Broadway has great staff and drinks. The jack and coke slushies got a specific callout.
Nacho Daddy Nashville got mentioned for the scorpion shot.
The Real Strategy
Multiple visitors offered the same advice: don't lock yourself into just one or two bars.
One person said they did one side of Broadway one day and the other side the next. Every bar was fun and different.
Another visitor recommended starting on one side and having one drink at each bar, then moving to the next. They hit them all over a few days.
Someone else said to just walk down Broadway and stop in every bar for a few songs, then pick your own favorites.
They're all literally next to each other. Walk in, walk out, see what you like.
A Few Warnings
One visitor cautioned about Jelly Roll's bar charging extra fees — venue charges and auto tips that make it very expensive.
Another person warned to watch your drink so you're not drugged. Safety matters.
And if you're planning to spend most of your time on Broadway, one visitor joked to “take your big credit card.” Prices add up fast.
One More Thing
The Pedal Tavern got mentioned as a “definite highlight” and “so much fun” even though it's not a bar. Worth considering if you want to break up the bar hopping.
