Warm days call for cold drinks. Elevate your experience at one of Nashville’s popular rooftop bars, most of which are found in the Downtown, SoBro, and Gulch neighborhoods. Read on for Nashville Guru’s top picks and if you want to sit outside but don’t need the altitude, check out the Best Patios in Nashville.
The Best Rooftop Bars in Nashville
PROOF
Neighborhood: Gulch
PROOF, located on the 13th floor of W Nashville, is a top option in the Gulch neighborhood. This spacious rooftop bar offers 270-degree views of the city on its outdoor terrace, delicious bites, sharable plates, and an expansive beverage menu. PROOF is 21 and over only after 9:00pm daily.
Bobby Hotel
Neighborhood: Downtown (Printers Alley / Boutique Row)
Venture to the rooftop of Bobby Hotel for a killer atmosphere, including a 1956 Scenicrouser bus where visitors can hang out. There’s a large bar and patio seating, perfect for light bites and cocktails. Hotel guests have exclusive access to the pool, but it provides a relaxing backdrop for non-hotel guests, too.
Harriet’s Rooftop
Neighborhood: Downtown
Harriet’s Rooftop is situated on the 19th floor of 1 Hotel Nashville. With lush greenery, soaring ceilings, and a carefully designed space, it is easily one of the most upscale rooftops in Music City.
The Henry
Neighborhood: 12 South
The Henry is a neighborhood eatery serving up delicious breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and refreshing cocktails. If you want to dine outdoors, book a reservation on their rooftop patio which is connected to the main dining room. The well-decorated space features hanging plants, string lights, and umbrellas.
Fogg Street Lawn Club
Neighborhood: SoBro
Fogg Street Lawn Club is a British-inspired restaurant and the official pub of Nashville SC. Up on the rooftop, guests will find lawn bowling, a challenging yet fun sport that can be enjoyed by anyone. Learn more about lawn bowling here.
lou/na
Neighborhood: Downtown (Upper Broadway)
For one of the tallest rooftop experiences in Music City, ascend 25 floors to lou/na atop the Grand Hyatt Nashville. This rooftop bar features live music, outdoor patio seating, skyline views, and, of course, top-notch cuisine and cocktails.
Denim
Neighborhood: SoBro
Denim at The Joseph offers indoor and outdoor seating. Guests can enjoy American fare with Mediterranean influences, skyline views, and creative libations. Cabanas are available for rent via ResortPass. Select nights feature guest DJs, too. Denim officially opened for the season on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
The Pool Club
Neighborhood: Midtown
Book a weekend getaway or reserve a cabana to get access to The Pool Club at Virgin Hotels Nashville. This exclusive rooftop experience in Midtown offers loungers, views, events, and a stellar lineup of food and drinks.
Rare Bird
Neighborhood: Downtown (Printers Alley / Boutique Row)
The buzzy and beautiful Rare Bird atop Noelle is a cozy spot in Downtown Nashville. The views are spectacular—you can see the Cumberland, Nissan Stadium, and the pedestrian bridge in one swivel—and the atmosphere is intimate, with fireplaces, sofas, and chairs. Look above the bar for a birdcage-inspired design.
L27 Rooftop Lounge
Neighborhood: SoBro
L27 Rooftop Lounge at Westin Nashville is one of the city’s tallest rooftop bars with a pool lounge, tasty drinks, and a stunning view of the skyline. The space incorporates Asian fusion decor and a variety of seating options (like velvet couches, leather banquettes, and wooden chairs). Whether you sit inside or on the patio, it’s an unbelievably swanky experience.
L.A. Jackson
Neighborhood: Gulch
L.A. Jackson is a popular hangout spot in the Gulch, located on top of the Thompson Nashville. Expect great views of the Nashville skyline and a vibrant atmosphere, no matter what time you go. The menu features Southern-inspired dishes, cocktails, craft beer, and wine.
Moxy Rooftop Downtown
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Moxy Rooftop, located on the fifth floor of the Moxy Nashville Downtown Hotel, is a fresh retreat from some of the nearby honky tonks. You can get hard-to-find whiskeys, local craft beers, and a variety of hard seltzers while soaking in the skyline views. There’s a spacious interior, too, if you need a break from the weather.
Luke’s 32 Bridge
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Luke’s 32 Bridge, Luke Bryan’s bar and restaurant, has the “Crash My Party Rooftop Patio,” one of the more spacious rooftop options on Lower Broadway. The multi-floor space featured six levels, eight bars, and four stages.
Tootsies
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Tootsies is a Nashville staple, and it’s become an even bigger draw thanks to the addition of a rooftop patio and bar. From the corner of 5th Avenue and Broadway, you can watch a sea of people enjoying themselves atop the bold purple building. It’s hard to resist making your way up there to join them.
AJ’s Good Time Bar
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Fans of Alan Jackson and classic country will appreciate AJ’s Good Time Bar on Broadway, including the views from the rooftop. Guests can expect an outdoor bar, a variety of seating, and umbrellas.
Ole Red
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Ole Red has one of the more refined rooftop patios on Lower Broadway. Kick back and relax at Blake Shelton’s spot, which has plenty of comfy seating and umbrellas.
Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
The “My Kinda Party” rooftop at Jason Aldean’s features one of the largest rooftop patios on Broadway. If you’re looking to elevate your experience, inquire about their VIP rooftop section.
Nashville Underground
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Nashville Underground has one of Broadway’s tallest rooftops with panoramic views as well as the city’s only double-decker option. One rooftop level boasts turf grass and yard games, while the other has an LED video dance floor and more than 40 TVs. The menu offers tapas, flatbreads, a raw bar, and more.
Nudie’s Honky Tonk
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Nudie’s Honky Tonk on Broadway resides in a 100-year-old building with an extensive bar leading to its outdoor terrace. This is the spot for a little history and a fun honky-tonk experience.
Mellow Mushroom Broadway
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Mellow Mushroom Broadway has four stories of good times, including a spectacular rooftop area open for all ages until 10:00pm. This location serves tasty pizzas, beers, and frozen adult beverages.
Heirloom
Neighborhood: Downtown
Heirloom, situated on the top floor of Holston House Nashville, offers panoramic views of the city, a garden-infused oasis, and a chef-curated menu featuring Southern-inspired cuisine, cocktails, and mocktails. There is open-air seating, fire pits, and an art-deco mural painted by Tarabella Aversa, a very talented local artist.
Eddie Ate Dynamite
Neighborhood: Midtown
Eddie Ate Dynamite is a rooftop bar and lounge located on the 7th floor of the Hotel Fraye. Guests can expect Gatsby-era decor, re-imagined cocktails, live music, and happy hour specials offered Monday through Friday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.
Kid Rock’s Big Ass Honky Tonk
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Kid Rock’s Big Ass Honky Tonk features a sky-high rooftop with awesome views of Downtown Nashville. Stop in for refreshing beverages, mouth-watering steaks, and large screen 4K TVs on every floor.
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How could you not mention the roof top bar at George Jones? It blows away many in this list.
Hey Julie! We also love the rooftop at George Jones, and it will return to this list when they reopen. They are closed until further notice, though.
This is a great and extensive list to the Nashville rooftop scene. Even listed some places that even I didn’t know about. I’m bookmarking this page and refer it to anyone looking to come to Nashville, or asking about the restaurant/party scene. Thank you for this.