When the sun’s out, it’s time to hit the patio. Whether you want to avoid a sunburn under a covered patio or soak up the rays while playing a round of corn hole, one of these 25+ patios in Nashville is sure to fit the bill. If you want to get a little closer to the sun, check out these top rooftop bars.
THE Best Patios in Nashville
Pastis Nashville
Pastis Nashville features a lush, 1,300-square-foot patio filled with greenery that accommodates up to 75 guests. Have an event coming up and need a space? This patio is available for private bookings.
Aba
Savor Mediterranean-inspired options at Aba while dining on their spacious wraparound patio. During colder months, guests can expect partial coverage and open-air patio areas with heaters. This popular eatery features Nashville’s largest fine dining patio.
Streetcar Taps & Garden
Streetcar Taps & Garden is a gastropub and beer garden located in Sylvan Park and Germantown. This neighborhood spot features a spacious patio and a menu comprised of tasty food, beer, wine, and craft cocktails.
Playdate
Slide on into Playdate, one of 12 South’s most popular patio spots. Expect spacious outdoor seating, a great backyard with a slide and bar, an $8 drink menu, and delicious dishes.
Saint Anejo
Saint Anejo has a patio tucked away on McGavock Street that you may not notice at first. Numerous convertible windows open the entire space to the exterior, and the patio shares an indoor/outdoor bar with the interior. You won’t be disappointed in the food or tasty margaritas either.
Dicey’s Tavern
Head over to Dicey’s Tavern for tasty tavern-style pizza and a super spacious outdoor patio. No matter the weather, you’ll be able to enjoy your pizza outdoors, with both covered and uncovered patio options available.
Bringle’s Smoking Oasis
Bringle’s Smoking Oasis in The Nations has a sprawling outdoor space with turf, lawn games, picnic tables, and some of the best-smoked meats in town. This is a great place for kids and pups because it’s entirely fenced in.
Tennessee Brew Works
Sunshine pairs nicely with top-notch beers at Tennessee Brew Works. This spot has an upstairs and downstairs patio, making it a popular sunny-day destination.
Federales Tacos & Tequila
Federales Tacos & Tequila is a lively eatery serving delicious Mexican fare and refreshing cocktails. On a sunny day, you’ll find a ton of people out on their large patio. Plus, they have a retractable roof, which makes their outdoor space feel even grander.
Urban Cowboy Public House
Urban Cowboy Public House, located behind The Urban Cowboy, has been a local hot spot for many years. The spacious outdoor patio has a 16-foot fireplace, covered and uncovered patio seating, string lights, and a fire pit.
Monday Night Brewing
Monday Night Brewing’s gritty outdoor patio is one of the most picturesque spaces in Germantown to enjoy on a nice day. The full-service taproom features a variety of draft beer offerings, a selection of cocktails, tasty snacks, and occasional live music performances.
bartaco
bartaco’s 12 South location is among Nashville’s most frequented restaurants. Their outdoor patio may be the most popular in the neighborhood. An enclosure and canopy are available when needed. If you’re over on the east side, check out their East Nashville location.
Strega
Strega is one of East Nashville’s go-to patio hangs. This low-key retro bar has pool tables under a pergola, ample seating, tasty pizza, and great cocktails. Feel free to bring your pups; this patio is dog-friendly.
Social Cantina
Social Cantina is a modern Mexican eatery situated in Germantown. The 5,500-square-foot establishment features a large 100-seat (dog-friendly) patio that provides amazing views of the Nashville Sounds Stadium.
Commons Club
If you’re in Midtown, Commons Club at Virgin Hotels Nashville is a spacious spot to soak up the sun and sip cocktails. Be sure to check out their events because there is usually something fun happening weekly.
Geist
Venture to Geist in Germantown to enjoy the sun and cocktails in their Champagne Garden, which boasts beautiful greenery and about a dozen tables. The Champagne Garden is open year-round.
6th & Peabody
Ole Smoky Distillery + Yee-Haw Brewing Company share a space in SoBro called 6th & Peabody, which has one of the best outdoor spaces in Nashville. Expect picnic tables, an outdoor stage, a huge TV screen, a lawn area, and a variety of games.
East Nashville Beer Works
If you’re on the east side, East Nashville Beer Works is the place to go for your patio needs, especially if you have kids tagging along. Their expanded and upgraded patio includes a playground and an outdoor bar.
Curry Boys BBQ
Curry Boys BBQ is a fast-casual restaurant that blends flavors of Thai curry with authentic Texas barbecue for a unique culinary experience. When the weather is nice, dine on their expansive back patio. The outdoor space is covered and partially enclosed.
Fat Bottom Brewing
Local craft beer tastes better when playing a round of cornhole. Fat Bottom Brewing has the perfect courtyard for sippin’ on suds after a long day at work. Tour the brewery, get a bite to eat, and then throw some bags outside. This is a great all-ages and dog-friendly option, too.
Superica
Superica in the Gulch has a 1,200-square-foot exterior patio with about twelve tables and an open area where you can drink and hang out. If you’re craving margaritas and queso, this is the patio for you.
Martin’s BBQ (SoBro)
For one of the most unique indoor/outdoor spaces in Nashville, head to Martin’s BBQ in SoBro/Downtown. This patio has an open roof and is surrounded by lush greenery. Make your way to the covered areas for darts, shuffleboard, ping-pong, and additional seating.
Edley’s Bar-B-Que
For a casual outing, drop by Edley’s, which has locations in Sylvan Park, 12 South, and East Nashville. You can check out what’s going on in the neighborhood while eating and drinking on any of these patios.
Village Pub & Beer Garden
Make your way to East Nashville and check out Village Pub & Beer Garden’s spacious wrap-around patio. This popular tavern offers guests a relaxed atmosphere, delicious food, and local beer. Their famous stuffed pretzel sandwich is a must-try.
12 South Taproom
12 South Taproom has a low-key covered patio with fans. On nice days, it can be hard to find a table, but if you do, it’s a real treat. They have an extensive beer selection and a variety of cuisines.
TailGate Brewery (Germantown)
Right by First Horizon Park, you’ll find TailGate Brewery’s Germantown location. The outdoor wrap-around patio is a great spot to enjoy a refreshing cold beer and pizza, especially before or after a Sounds game. All ages are welcome. TailGate Brewery also has locations in East Nashville, Demonbreun Hill, and West Nashville.
Sonny’s Patio Pub & Refuge
When “patio” is in the name, there’s a good chance the place is proud of its outdoor space. Sonny’s Patio Pub & Refuge in Germantown has a fun vibe, games, and a wide range of seating, including private cabanas.
Pins Mechanical Co.
Pins Mechanical Co. is a great destination for indoor or outdoor fun. Inside, you’ll find classic arcade and video games, duckpin bowling, themed pinball machines, foosball, and bocce ball. Outside, there is plenty of seating, fire pits, and occasional food trucks.
Von Elrod’s
The beer garden at Von Elrod’s is massive and massively popular. Just a few reasons everyone is flocking here: tons of seating, 38 beers on tap, a pup-friendly atmosphere, and easy access to First Horizon Park.
Jacqueline at The Optimist
The Optimist’s outdoor bar and patio has its own name—Jacqueline. This go-to spot in Nashville serves up beautiful shaved ice cocktails for the perfect photo op. Be sure to call ahead because hours are limited and weather-dependent.
NOTE: Jacqueline is currently closed and will reopen sometime during Spring 2026.
More Patios in Nashville
Looking for more patio options? Here’s a list of some additional bars and restaurants with great patios in Nashville to consider:
- Dos Santos (Wedgewood-Houston)
- Odie’s Bar (Midtown)
- Sadie’s (Edgehill)
- Maggie’s Place (The Nations)
- Postino WineCafé (12 South)
- Noko (East Nashville)
- Butchertown Hall (Germantown)
- Pearl Diver (East Nashville)
- Bella Napoli (Edgehill)
- Turkey and the Wolf Icehouse (East Nashville)
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How can you talk deck & not mention SATCO? They have a great little deck. Some chips & dip, tacos made w/hot tortillas fresh off the press the 1st tortilla maker in Nashville. Hang w/friends good company & food what more could you ask for. Casual is more my thing.
I am shocked red door east isn’t on the list.
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Also, Burger Republic has a nice patio.
Clyde’s on Church!!! Sure to be a Nashville favorite!!!
Blue Moon Waterfront Grille
What about Holland House?
Hello, 5th and Taylor! Great vibe!!
Sedona Taphouse has a great patio & Peachtree Drive In has a great outdoor space too.