Best Nashville Bars with Live Country Music Off Broadway
Real country music in real Nashville bars. Not cover bands for bachelorette parties — the actual thing.
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.