Best Nashville Bars with Live Country Music Off Broadway
Not cover bands for bachelor parties. Bars where country music is the real draw.
The Nashville Palace
Classic country honky tonk near the Grand Ole Opry featuring live bands and a traditional Nashville music atmosphere. Known for line dancing, local performers, and an authentic country music vibe.
6th & Peabody
Outdoor beer garden and distillery featuring live music, food, and a high-energy atmosphere in the heart of downtown. A go-to spot for live country music, drinks, and a little bit of everything Nashville has to offer.
Losers Bar & Grill
Divey Midtown honky tonk known for live country music and a mix of locals, industry regulars, and late-night crowds. A go-to spot for drinks, live bands, and never quite knowing who you'll run into.
Riley Green's Duck Blind
Casual Midtown bar known for live country music and plenty of TVs. A go-to spot for catching the game, live bands, and the occasional country artist drop-in.
Commodore Grill
Casual restaurant and bar known for hosting live country music and songwriter rounds. A laid-back spot where you can grab a meal and catch local artists throughout the week.
Scoreboard Bar & Grill
Music Valley bar and restaurant known for live country music and a steady mix of locals and visitors. A casual spot for drinks, live bands, and a classic Nashville bar experience near the Opry.
Star Rover Sound
Restaurant and live music venue known for country and roots-focused performances in a unique, retro-inspired setting. A sit-down experience that blends dinner and live music in a more intimate space.
Big Machine Distillery & Tavern
Berry Hill distillery and tavern known for Southern food, handcrafted cocktails, and weekend live music. A casual spot for brunch, drinks, and catching acoustic sets just outside the downtown core.
The Grand Ole Opry
World-famous country music venue near Opryland known for showcasing legends, rising artists, and weekly live performances. A bucket-list Nashville experience built around the history and future of country music.
Doc Holliday's Saloon
Downtown honky tonk known for live country music, cold drinks, and a fun bar atmosphere. A lively spot for catching live bands without stepping directly onto Broadway.
Skinny Dennis
East Nashville honky tonk known for country, Americana, roots music, and regular two-step nights. A casual spot for live music, line dancing, cold drinks, and a down-home feel on Gallatin Pike.
The Nations Bar & Grill
Neighborhood bar and restaurant in The Nations known for food, drinks, and live music throughout the week. A casual spot for catching country, Americana, and bluegrass-leaning performances without leaving West Nashville.
Tin Roof (Demonbreun)
Demonbreun live music joint known for bands, DJs, food, and late-night crowds near Midtown and Music Row. A casual spot for catching live music, watching the game, and staying out late.
Odie's
Midtown neighborhood bar and entertainment venue known for live music, DJs, sports, and the feel-good spirit of Old Dominion. A casual spot for drinks, games, and catching Nashville artists in a lively setting.
Madison neighborhood bar known for live country, roots music, classic cocktails, and a strong local following. A divey, music-first spot for catching bands outside the downtown scene.
Music City Bar & Grill
Music Valley country bar known for live music, late nights, and a mix of locals and visitors near Opryland. A casual spot for real country music without the Broadway crowds.
Ray Stevens CabaRay Showroom
West Nashville dinner theatre known for live music, comedy, and a classic showroom experience. Built around country entertainment, dinner, and old-school Nashville charm.