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 30+ 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
Streetcar Taps & Garden
Streetcar Taps & Garden is a gastropub and beer garden located about five minutes from Downtown Nashville on Charlotte Avenue. This neighborhood spot features a spacious patio and a menu comprised of tasty food, beer, wine, and craft cocktails.
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.
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.
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.
M.L.Rose
M.L.Rose has three Nashville area locations: Sylvan Park, Melrose, and Capitol View. The Sylvan Park location has an outdoor “Golf Garden” with a putting green, fire pit, and multiple TVs. The Melrose location is mostly covered, while the Sylvan Park and Capitol View outposts provide more access to sunbeams.
Playdate
Slide on into Playdate, one of the newest spots to open in 12 South. Expect a spacious front patio, a great backyard with ample seating, upscale eats, and premium drinks. There’s even a huge slide!
Dicey’s Tavern
Head over to Dicey’s Tavern for tasty tavern-style pizza and a super spacious outdoor patio. No matter rain or shine, you’ll be able to enjoy your pizza outdoors with both covered and uncovered patio options available.
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.
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 20+ draft beer offerings, and a selection of cocktails, wine, and snacks. The establishment’s open-air space occasionally features live music performances and pop-up shops.
bartaco (12 South)
bartaco’s 12 South location is among some of 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.
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—there’s usually something fun happening multiple times a week.
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 games like corn hole, Giant Jenga, basketball, bocce ball, Giant Connect Four, ping pong, and foosball.
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.
Bearded Iris
Enjoy some beer and sunshine at both of the Bearded Iris locations. The Sylvan Park location at Sylvan Supply has a spacious outdoor patio. If you want some food with your beer, order ramen from Black Dynasty Secret Ramen House located inside the taproom. The Germantown outpost, over on the Nashville Greenway, has a wrap-around patio with fun board game options.
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.
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, giant beer pong, and occasional food trucks.
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.
Diskin Cider
Diskin Cider in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood has an expansive outdoor side patio. Enjoy the fresh air with fire pits, comfortable seating, and, of course, the best cider in Music City.
Pearl Diver
If you’re looking for a tropical vibe, check out Pearl Diver located in East Nashville. The outdoor space features tiki torches, cabanas, picnic tables, wooden benches, and a central pit area.
Hattie B’s (Melrose)
Craving hot chicken and an outdoor patio? Hattie B’s in Melrose has you covered. You can enjoy patio seating rain or shine—there are both non-covered and covered options. Hattie B’s also has locations in Downtown Nashville, Sylvan Park, and Midtown.
The Mockingbird
The Mockingbird is a modern diner that serves comfort food influenced by global flavors from Mexico, Italy, France, Korea, Japan, South America, and more. The Mockingbird has two separate patios—a covered patio upstairs and an open-air patio downstairs.
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.
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.
Kung Fu Saloon
Kung Fu Saloon in Midtown has outdoor ping-pong, Giant Jenga, and corn hole to keep you entertained, plus a lot of throwback games inside. This is a great day-drinking spot to check out over the weekends.
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. Pups are welcome.
SandBar
SandBar is a hidden gem located off Charlotte Avenue in the ONEC1TY development. If you like volleyball or just getting your toes in the sand, visit this laidback outdoor hangout. Best of all, they serve up cocktails and mocktails in coconuts, pineapples, and pouches. Kids and dogs are always welcome too.
NOTE: Sandbar is currently closed and will reopen for the season on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
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 2025.
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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.
This site rocks! It’s like the card catalog to Nashville Awesomeness!
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.