The 5 Best Craft Cocktail Bars in Nashville
Music City’s beverage landscape has evolved a ton over the last decade, growing far beyond the neon-lit honky-tonks of Lower Broadway. Today, Nashville boasts a sophisticated mixology scene anchored by hidden speakeasies, industrial-chic lounges, and thoughtful neighborhood joints. As the city continues to grow, so does its cocktail scene.
If you are looking to escape the bachelorette crowds and enjoy a classic pour or an adventurous seasonal creation, here are five essential stops for the ultimate craft cocktail crawl in Nashville. Listed in no particular order*
- The Patterson House– The Gulch
- Attaboy– East Nashville
- Old Glory– Edgehill Village
- The Fox Bar & Cocktail Club– East Nashville
- Bastion– Wedgewood-Houston
The Patterson House– The Gulch
Specialty: Classic speakeasy templates, elite technique, library-like focus
“Sixteen years, countless cocktails, and one unforgettable legacy later – The Patterson House has begun its next chapter perched atop The Bill Voorhees Building on the fifth floor of 700 8th Ave S. Since 2009, we’ve helped shape Nashville’s cocktail culture, earning nods from Bon Appétit and the James Beard Foundation along the way. Now, as the city grows, so do we – with a fresh space, new surprises, and the same commitment to the craft that’s kept us shaking, stirring, and pouring for over a decade.“
What to order: Let the bartenders guide you based on your favorite spirit, or opt for a perfectly executed, crystal-clear Old Fashioned over twice-filtered ice.
Vibe: Intimate, upscale, quiet, and deeply respectful of the craft.
Price: $$$
Address: 700 8th Ave S, 5th Floor, Nashville, TN 37203
Rating: 4.7 stars, 1,415 total reviews
Attaboy– East Nashville
Specialty: Menu-free bespoke creations, customized flavor profiling, custom ice cuts
“Just Knock.”
What to order: Trust the process. Tell them if you prefer a bitter, botanical gin drink or a smoky, citrus-forward mezcal creation, and watch them build it perfectly.
Vibe: Moody, exclusive, candle-lit, and entirely personalized.
Price: $$$
Address: 8 Mcferrin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
Rating: 4.6 stars, 1,028 total reviews
Old Glory– Edgehill Village
Specialty: Refreshing flavor combinations, creative highballs, architectural backdrop
“Old Glory is located in what used to be the boiler room for White Way Cleaners, formerly one of the largest steam cleaning facilities in Nashville. The space features the original electrical boxes, coal hopper, and smoke stack that were in use in the 1920s. The Soler sisters transformed the space into a bar/lounge, intertwining the original elements into their design. While Old Glory doesn’t have a sign, find the golden triangle off of Edgehill Avenue for entrance.”
What to order: In Bloom (featuring silver rum, white chocolate, strawberry, cherry tomato, lemon, and Aperol) or The Good Side.
Vibe: Visually stunning, high-energy, industrial-elegant, and effortlessly cool.
Price: $$
Address: 1200 Villa Pl, Suite 103, Nashville, TN 37212
Rating: 4.4 stars, 512 total reviews
The Fox Bar & Cocktail Club– East Nashville
Specialty: Hyper-creative seasonal menus, sustainable bartending, artisanal syrups
“We’re So Happy You Decided To Join Us. Since We Opened In 2017, We’ve Placed An Emphasis On Sustainability, Creativity, Community, Seasonality, And Service. As You Make Your Way Through Our Menu, You Should Find Something For You. If Not, Just Ask Us And We’ll Make Sure You Go Home (Or To Your Next Destination) Happy. If You Have Any Questions, Our Staff Is Always More Than Happy To Answer Them. Enjoy Yourself!”
What to order: Sample whatever is featured on their current seasonal menu, their team is masterful at incorporating unique botanical spirits and house-made bitters.
Vibe: Art deco lounge meets secret neighborhood hideaway. Cozy and romantic.
Price: $$$
Address: 2905B Gallatin Pike, Nashville, TN 37216
Rating: 4.8 stars, 340 total reviews
Bastion– Wedgewood-Houston
Specialty: Unpretentious classic pours, rotating seasonal smashes, neighborhood hospitality
“Bastion has two sides to enjoy: A casual cocktail bar that is open to the public, and a 24-seat restaurant requiring reservations located in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood of Nashville, Tennessee.”
What to order: Grab an Old Fashioned or a seasonal smash, and be sure to order a plate of their legendary nachos, the only food item on the bar menu.
Vibe: Laid-back, hip, high-end mixology with a t-shirt and jeans atmosphere.
Price: $$
Address: 434 Houston St, Nashville, TN 37203
Rating: 4.7 stars, 485 total reviews
