Summer is famously the season for rooftop patios and outdoor dining. However, Autumn and Spring can be just as lovely! The lines between the seasons are blurry in Music City, so we spend as much time as possible outside. The best way to do that is by visiting rooftop bars in downtown Nashville!
Continue reading to learn more about the best rooftop bars to visit in Nashville!
Fancy Rooftop Restaurants in Nashville
Rare Bird
Rare Bird, an airy rooftop oasis downtown, is one of our favorite rooftop restaurants in Nashville. A block north of Broadway on the top floor of the Noelle Hotel, Rare Bird offers a peaceful restaurant from the strip. However, you’ll still be close enough to Broadway to avoid FOMO.
Featuring chic, playful patio furniture and a stylish and sleek bar, Rare Bird will make you feel special. With both indoor and outdoor seating, you’ll enjoy stunning views of downtown Nashville. Rare Bird is equally suited for an evening watching the sunset, a night spent underneath the stars, or a heat wave afternoon!
Grab a craft cocktail or a frozen drink to cool off and enjoy their delicious menu.
Photo courtesy: Acme Feed & Seed
THE BOBBY HOTEL ROOFTOP LOUNGE
Quite close to Rare Bird, the Bobby Hotel is similarly chic. What’s more, it’s particularly attractive to Nashville’s omnipresent bachelor and bachelorette parties and influencers.
The Bobby Hotel is the best location for beautiful photo opportunities. Their rooftop features an entire 1956 Scenicruiser bus, rentable beach style cabanas, and cozy fire pits. The bar serves up a variety of beer, wine, cocktails and bites.
Best Rooftop Bars in Nashville on Broadway
Acme Feed & Seed
Acme Feed & Seed is a true downtown Nashville gem. Once an old feed store, , the massive structure offers four levels of fun and entertainment on the corner of Broadway and 1st.
Acme Feed & Seed features live music, a wide variety of food, and a handful of high-volume bars. They also have the best rooftop view in downtown Nashville—you can see both the Cumberland River and Broadway. This place is always rockin’—especially with sports fans.
Most importantly, it’s the best place to eat in downtown Nashville. The main floor offers twists on southern classics like Redneck Lo Mein and a gorgonzola-laced meatloaf. On the second floor, enjoy sushi with daily fresh fish.
Nashville Underground
Nashville Underground has the highest rooftop on Broadway, offering panoramic views of downtown and live music. This massive venue features not one but three rooftop patios and even has a bowling alley on the lower level.
Each rooftop bar offers a different vibe, including yard games and a thumping dance club. You can also enjoy classic southern dishes from Mimi's Hot Chicken and BBQ. For a relaxed hangout with stunning downtown views, this triple-decker rooftop offers one of the best casual experiences.
Best Rooftop Bar Right Outside of Downtown
L.A. Jackson
To escape the hustle and bustle of downtown Nashville, head to L.A. Jackson in the heart of The Gulch. At the top of the Thompson Nashville, this rooftop bar offers some of the best views and a great vibe.
Featuring signature cocktails and mocktails, L.A. Jackson also has a steady draft of Nashville-brewed beers. They’re well-known for their shareable cocktails and espresso martini! If you’re hungry, enjoy an eclectic menu with items like venison poppers and hand pies. On Saturdays and Sundays, enjoy brunch staples and refreshing cocktails.
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