Updated 2026/09/12
The Best Bars in Nashville, United States (2026)
Compare 53 bars in Nashville, United States, averaging 4.54 stars on Google Maps. The typical listing has 520 reviews, so the ratings below reflect real customer volume rather than a handful of opinions. 75% maintain a website. Most are clustered around Berry Hill, Oak Hill. Rankings combine Google rating, review volume and website popularity, keep one entry per brand, and refresh automatically as our data updates.
Top picks
Sandbar Nashville
This profile is no longer in operation. New business at same address identifying with the same name. This listing represents the original business and its history. It is not affiliated with any current or future operations, ownership, or locations using a similar name.
Game Terminal
Vibrant spot for drinks & games
The Filling Station
1118 Halcyon Ave, Nashville, TN 37204
Wilburn Street Tavern
302 Wilburn St, Nashville, TN 37207
3rd & Lindsley Bar & Grill
Music venue with attached bar & grill
Red Phone Booth
Old-timey Italian restaurant & cigar bar
Southern Grist - East Nashville
Southern Grist was purchased by Xul Beer Company in February 2026. The East Nashville taproom is still currently operating as Southern Grist Brewing for the indefinite future. Both Xul and SGB beers are being served at this location. Neighborhood bar featuring elevated American fare, craft cocktail
Bar Sovereign
Trendy gastropub with changing menus
Bobby's Idle Hour Tavern
Down-home honky-tonk with open jams
The Centennial
5115 Centennial Blvd, Nashville, TN 37209
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Frequently asked questions
How many bars are there in Nashville, United States?
We list 53 bars in Nashville, United States that meet our quality bar of at least 4.0 stars and 10 Google reviews. The wider directory holds more, including newer and unrated businesses.
Which bar in Nashville, United States is rated highest?
Sandbar Nashville currently tops our list with 4.9 stars from 604 reviews. Rankings update as new reviews and traffic data arrive.
How are the bars ranked?
Each business gets a composite score: 70% a Bayesian average of its Google rating and review count, so a 4.9-star business with hundreds of reviews outranks a 5.0 with five, and 30% estimated website traffic. Chains appear once. Nobody can pay to be listed or ranked.