Warm days call for cold drinks. Elevate your experience at one of Nashville’s popular rooftop bars, most of which are found Downtown and in the Gulch. Read on for our 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
Denim
Neighborhood: SoBro / Downtown
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.
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.
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 on Fridays and Saturdays.
Harriet’s Rooftop
Neighborhood: Downtown / SoBro
Harriet’s Rooftop, located on the 19th floor of 1 Hotel Nashville, opened at the end of 2022. With lush greenery, soaring ceilings, and a carefully-designed space, It’s easily one of the most upscale rooftops in the city.
lou/na
Neighborhood: Downtown
For one of the tallest rooftop experiences in Music City, ascend 25 floors to lou/na atop the Grand Hyatt Nashville. The Upper Broadway rooftop bar features live music, outdoor patio seating, skyline views, and, of course, top-notch cuisine and cocktails.
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 hangout. There’s a large bar and patio seating, perfect for lite bites and cocktails. Hotel guests have exclusive access to the pool, but it provides a relaxing backdrop for non-hotel guests, too.
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 / Downtown
L27 at the 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.
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.
Hard Rock Cafe
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
This international mega-brand has been a Broadway destination since 1994. The Nashville Hard Rock Cafe features a spacious rooftop patio right at the end of Broadway.
L.A. Jackson
Neighborhood: Gulch
L.A. Jackson is a popular hangout in the Gulch, located on top of the Thompson Nashville (which houses two other restaurants as well). Take in an incredible view of the Nashville skyline and a great atmosphere, no matter what time you go. The menu focuses on Southern-inspired dishes and beers; they also have cocktails, craft beer, and wine.
Ellington’s
Neighborhood: Downtown (Printers Alley / Boutique Row)
Ellington’s at The Fairlane Hotel has an exterior rooftop patio with city views. Enjoy a cocktail and bites among the city lights at this fun destination off the beaten path.
Nashville Underground
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Nashville Underground‘s rooftop has two claims to fame: It’s Broadway’s tallest 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.
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-level space also has 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.
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.
Kid Rock’s Big Ass Honky Tonk
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Kid Rock’s big Ass Honky Tonk & Rock ‘n’ Roll Steakhouse has the longest name and one of the biggest spaces downtown. There are five floors, including a sizable rooftop bar.
Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
The “My Kinda Party” rooftop at Jason Aldean’s claims the title for “largest rooftop patio on Broadway.” There’s a VIP rooftop section, if you want to elevate your experience.
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 little more honky-tonk.
Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Want a front-and-center view of Nashville’s iconic Batman building? Venture to the rooftop of Whiskey Row, Dierks Bentley’s bar and restaurant on Lower Broadway. There’s a cozy indoor bar plus dozens of rooftop tables.
The Valentine
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
The Valentine‘s rooftop offers a nice mix of sun and shade, so you can enjoy views of Broadway without overheating.
The Stage
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
The Stage‘s rooftop bar has become a popular place for Broadway-goers. While best known for live music, their rooftop patio offers fun, sun, and full views of Broadway.
Mellow Mushroom Broadway
Neighborhood: Downtown (Lower Broadway)
Mellow Mushroom Broadway has four stories of good times, including a spectacular rooftop area reserved for guests 21 and over. This location serves tasty pizzas, beers, and frozen adult beverages, all of which are sure to keep you satisfied.
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 covered rooftop.
Heirloom
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Neighborhood: Downtown
Heirloom, situated on the top floor of Holston House Nashville, offers guests 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, nightly live music, and a happy hour special offered Monday through Friday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.
Up, A Rooftop Lounge
Neighborhood: Gulch
For an unbeatable skyline view, Up, A Rooftop Lounge is the place to go. The hotel bar and restaurant sits on top of the Fairfield Inn in the Gulch. Whether you’re staying at the hotel or just popping in for a drink, you’ll likely end up snapping a few pics to post on Instagram.
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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.