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Best Happy Hour Deals in Nashville Top Bars & Drink Specials

Nashville’s happy hour scene is alive and kicking 🎶🍹—just like its legendary music! Whether you’re winding down after work or gearing up for a night out, Music City knows how to serve up unbeatable drink deals, mouthwatering bites, and an atmosphere that’s second to none. This post focuses on the best happy hour deals in Nashville, starting with downtown.

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Downtown

Best Happy Hour Deals in Downtown Nashville

Happy hour is more limited downtown and not found in the star bars and bigger honky tonks, but this does not mean you can’t find some spots on or near Lower Broad. Here are some happy hour times with a listing of the deals.

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1Black Rabbit4-64-64-64-64-610-6
2Blue SushiAll day2-62-62-62-62-62-6
3Boqueria4-64-64-64-64-64-64-6
4Deacon’s New South4-64-64-64-64-6
5Gannon’s3-63-63-63-63-6
6Garage Sale Vintage3-73-73-73-73-7
7Hard Rock Cafe12-5
10-Cl
12-5
10-Cl
12-5
10-Cl
12-5
10-Cl
12-5
10-Cl
8Lona5-6
9-10
5-6
9-10
5-6
9-10
5-6
9-10
5-6
9-10
4-64-6
9Puckett’s3-63-63-63-63-6
10Teddy’s Tavern4-6:304-6:304-6:303:30 –
7:30
All DayAll Day
11The CellarAll Day4-74-74-74-74-74-7
12The Finch (off map)3-63-63-63-63-6
13Tin Roof, Downtown2-62-62-62-62-62-62-6

Happy Hour Listings

  1. The Black Rabbit has “the best happy hour in Nashville” with its higher end snacks (48-$12), $6 cocktails and wine, plus $2 off beer.
  2. For sushi lovers, Blue Sushi has beer and sake for $5, $7 margs and wine, and $5-$17 on various small plates, sushi and sashimi.
  3. Boqueria provides $9 wine, $8-9 for margaritas and sangria, and food bites from $2-$12. In addition, they offer caraffes of wine for $22, magarita pitchers for $29, and sangria pitchers for $32.
  4. The upscale Deacon’s New South runs $8 for wines, wells, and cocktails. Additionally, they have a set of small bites for $9.
  5. For oysters, consider Gannon’s, where they aer $12/half dozen. Additional, you get $5 beer, $7 wine, and $8 cocktails.
  6. Although focused on vintage clothing, Garage Sale Vintage features $4 canned beer, $5 drafts, $6 wine, and cocktails from $7-$10. (see more in the next section).
  7. The Hard Rock Cafe includes select $3 canned bewer, $5 shots, and $6 cocktails, and $5 appetizers.
  8. For tapas, you want Lona, wiith select tapas for $6-$8, along iwth $5 beer, $6 wine, and $7 cocktails.
  9. Puckett’s offers beers for $5, cocktails for $6-$7, and wine for $7.
  10. Teddy’s Tavern sits just off Lower Broad and has $5 drafts and $9 cocktails, with addditional discounts on food.
  11. The Cellar presents 2-4-1 drafts, and discount prices on other drinks.
  12. The Finch is a bit further up Broadway, near the Union Station, but has $6-$9 starters, $3 oysters, $7 wine, and $9 cocktails. d
  13. Tin Roof has $5 domestic beers, $6 white claws, and $8 wells Mon – Fri, as well as bucket specials from $25 to $35. $20 mimosa buckets on Sat – Sun, and 2-4-1 bloody marys and screwdrivers on Sunday.

Other Drink Specials

Garage Sale Vintage (6) has a deal where $100 spent on vintage gets you a free shot, but you can double up if you hit the happy hour specials. Tecovas (14) may be a clothing store, but offers free drinks for shoppers.

Other Areas of Town

Rather than hit the entire city, I am going to focus on the more popular neighborhoods with visitors. This is due to the fact there are so many other spots for happy hour, but it is unlikely you will visit there. Here is where you can find more happy hour deals.

Germantown Happy Hour Deals

Germantown is one of Nashville’s most charming neighborhoods, blending historic architecture with upscale dining and a lively bar scene. Whether you’re strolling its quaint streets or searching for the best deals on cocktails and bites, this area has plenty to offer. If you’re ready to sip and savor, here are some top happy hour spots to check out! 🍸

🍷 Geist – Offers $8 red and white wine, $10 Geist cocktails, and $5 Rhinegeist Cheetah Lager during happy hour. Plus, live jazz music every Sunday night.

🦪 Henrietta Red – Features $2 select oysters, $10 cocktails, $7 cava, rosé, and rotating drafts during happy hour.

🍹 Mother’s Ruin – Happy hour runs daily from 4 PM to 7 PM, featuring $7 Old Fashioneds, $5 canned beer + well shot, and $10 sliders (Spicy Chicken or Falafel).

🍺 Von Elrod’s Beer Hall & Kitchen – Enjoy $5 half-liter steins, $5 wines by the glass, and $5 select food items during their Hoppy Hour.

🌮 Butchertown Hall – Happy hour is Monday–Thursday from 3 PM to 5 PM and Sunday from 4 PM to 6 PM, offering $8 House Margaritas, $8 La Palomas, $5 Negra Modelo, and $7-$14 select food items like Brisket Nachos and Smoked Adobo Wings.

Each of these spots offers a unique vibe, whether you’re in the mood for craft cocktails, beer halls, or upscale lounges

Midtown Happy Hour Deals

Midtown is one of Nashville’s liveliest neighborhoods, packed with bars, restaurants, and late-night spots. It’s a favorite for locals and visitors alike, offering great happy hour deals in a more laid-back, less touristy atmosphere than Lower Broadway. Here are some of the best happy hour spots in Midtown, along with their specials and vibe:

🍹 Tavern – A trendy gastropub with $9 signature cocktails and $9 pizzas during happy hour (2 PM–6 PM). Expect a lively crowd and a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere.

🍺 Dawghouse Saloon – A sports bar with live music, featuring $3 domestic beers and $5 well pours during happy hour (11 AM–6 PM).

🎶 Live Oak – A laid-back bar with live music, featuring $5 Tito’s, $5 Fireball, $3 domestics, and $1 off 16oz drafts during happy hour (until 6 PM).

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Midtown is the perfect spot for a relaxed happy hour away from the Broadway crowds, with great drink specials, live music, and a mix of upscale and casual venues.

East Nashville Happy Hour Deals

East Nashville’s vibrant, artsy vibe makes it the perfect spot for craft cocktails, wine bars, and casual hangouts. Whether you’re after specialty drinks or affordable bites, these happy hour spots deliver:

🍷 Bad Idea – A buzz-worthy wine bar with Lao-inspired dishes, named one of the 50 Best Restaurants in America.

🍸 Coral Club – A bright cocktail bar offering $5 Tiny Tinis, $10 Margaritas & Old Fashioneds, and $7 Truffle Popcorn daily from 5–7 PM.

🍕 Five Points Pizza – Grab any slice + any draft beer for $8 or a slice + High Life for $5, available 2–6 PM.

🍹 Lockeland Table – A cozy neighborhood spot, serving $7 cocktails & wine, $4 select beers, and $7 shared snacks from 4–6 PM.

🍺 Frothy Monkey – A laid-back café & bar, offering 2-for-1 draft beers, $6 select wine, and $2 off menu cocktails from 3–6 PM.

🍸 Rosemary & Beauty Queen – A trendy cocktail lounge, featuring $6–$8 cocktails, $3 select beers, $5 burgers, and $3 hot dogs until 8 PM.

🍷 Folk – A modern wine bar, with $10 wines & cocktails, $4 draft beers, and small plates from $4–$14 during Apero Hour (5–6 PM).

East Nashville’s happy hour scene is ideal for unique drinks, local flavors, and a relaxed, creative atmosphere! 🍸

Final Thoughts

Nashville’s happy hour scene is as diverse as its music, offering everything from craft cocktails and wine bars to laid-back breweries and local watering holes. Whether you’re after upscale elegance, bold flavors, or unbeatable deals, Music City’s bars and restaurants deliver.

With so many great spots to explore, there’s no shortage of delicious drinks and discounted bites to enjoy. So gather your crew, raise a glass, and toast to the best happy hours in Nashville! Get out and find you some happy hour deals.🍸

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Peace and Grace,

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