If that’s the case, there are many other venues on lower Broadway to check out. The Stage – Because Tootsie’s and Robert’s are so famous and so small, they are sometimes WAY too crowded for you to really have fun. Just get there early to sign up and you can say you performed at Tootsies! If you want your shot, they have an open mic every Saturday from 12-5. Today, many of the top up-and-comer singer/songwriters play here. It’s said that Willie got his first songwriting job after singing at Tootsies. Famous early customers were Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson, Mel Tillis, Roger Miller, Webb Pierce, Walon Jennings, Patsy Cline, and many more. Toosie’s back door is across the alley from the Ryman Auditorium stage door, and many legends would duck into Tootsies after their show. Tootsies Orchid Lounge – Tootsie Bess bought the place in 1960, and since then, Tootsies has been the gold standard for Lower Broadway honky tonks. If you’re on a budget for food, try the Recession Special which is a Fried Bologna Sandwich, chips, and a PBR for just $6. Find a seat and be sure to tip the band when the jar passes around. They still sell apparel and boots as well, but this small venue is some of the best country music you’ll find in Nashville, if you ask me. It started out as a boot store and eventually added a jukebox and then live music. Robert’s Western World– For legit country music, Robert’s Western World is my favorite. Nashville Broadway BarsĮveryone has their favorite honky tonk spots on Lower Broadway and you can’t go wrong with any of them, but I’ll share my top picks. Give them some love! If you tip them a $20 they’ll play just about any song you want (within reason).įAMILY TIP – Most of the Nashville honky tonks allow all ages before 6pm so it’s fine to bring the kids to hear some music. There are no cover charges but BRING CASH to fill the tip buckets for the hard working musicians who are going to entertain you all night long. The early sets are usually more acoustic and the late night sets get wild and loud with inebriated patrons (and lots of bachelorettes) dancing into the wee hours. Yep, there is music on lower Broadway almost ALL DAY. The musical acts do sets from 10am-2pm, 2pm-6pm, 6pm-10pm, and 10pm-2am. Classic rock is also very popular down there along with some excellent blues and occasional jazz.
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Walk down Broadway between the Bridgestone Arena and the River, and you’ll see that Music City lives up to its name with an incredible level of musicianship spilling out of the windows of the Nashville Broadway bars.ĭon’t expect to hear just country music. Plus, there’s an on-site restaurant if you’re feeling peckish.The bars on Lower Broadway are the top attraction in Nashville for good reason. This appropriately named establishment is located a stone’s throw from the heart of the city and regularly showcases local talent during intimate songwriter nights. The Listening Room Café: The Bluebird may hold the city’s most famous songwriter nights, but it’s not the only listening room in town. The first floor houses the establishment’s southern-style restaurant and its ‘funkytonk’ stage, routinely playing host to local country bands if you’re looking for a change of pace, travel to the second floor for tasty sushi and then head to the rooftop for a club-like atmosphere with great views of the river and downtown.
It's newer, but Acme Feed and Seed is quickly becoming a Nashville institution © Bailey Freeman / Lonely Planet Honorable mentionsĪcme Feed & Seed: A more recent addition to the music scene on lower Broadway, Acme offers up a genuine good time.
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