5 Best Nightlife in Nashville, Tennessee

Visiting the Hop Yard at Fat Bottom Brewing turns enjoying the brewer’s locally crafted beers into an experience. The large, warehouse-like space features ample seating, multiple outdoor areas with yard games, and brewery tours on weekends.

This no-frills beer-only watering hole is the real deal: cheap beer served in plastic cups, pool tables, cash-only, and a straightforward food menu. Don’t let appearances fool you, however: this is also one of the best places to see both touring and local live music up close.

An authentic neighborhood hangout as the name suggests, Neighbors is the spot in Sylvan Park to watch a game, hear some live music, and enjoy cheap beer on either their front patio or covered back deck. On the deck is where they smoke meats for sandwiches, quesadillas, loaded nachos, and more.

Local brewer Southern Grist serves pints and flights of their brews alongside other craft guest brews in their industrial-style taproom in The Nations. Their often fruity, sometimes sour, but always creative brews partner with a food menu of Nashville favorites like barbecue and hot chicken.

This classic dive is a stronghold in The Nations, providing all of the fixings necessary for fun: cheap beer, video games, cornhole on the back patio, TVs, and friendly staff. But the real reason The Centennial has withstood the test of time is their simple yet surprisingly good food.