Nashville Speakeasies and How to Get In

Good to know

Most speakeasies are built for small groups. Split a big crew into fours and sixes.
Bring ID for everyone. Some check at a second door.
Dress up a notch. At least one enforces a dress code.

Speakeasy

Cigar-and-cocktail speakeasy behind an antique London phone booth.

136 Rosa L. Parks Blvd

4.7 2,178 Google reviews checked Nov 8, 2026 See on Google Maps

Get the code first, and mind the dress code: no tank tops, open-toed shoes or ripped clothing.

Speakeasy

Small basement bar in the Noelle hotel.

200 4th Ave N

4.3 323 Google reviews checked Nov 8, 2026 See on Google Maps

Find the staff door; ID checked at the basement. Limited seating.

Cocktail bar

Nashville’s original craft-cocktail bar.

700 8th Ave S, Fifth Floor

4.7 1,544 Google reviews checked Nov 8, 2026 See on Google Maps

Now on the fifth floor of 700 8th Ave S. Great mocktails too.

Listening room

The famous songwriters’ listening room, with about 86 seats per a recent review.

4104 Hillsboro Pike

4.6 2,777 Google reviews checked Nov 8, 2026 See on Google Maps

Tickets only on its own site; they sell out fast. It’s quiet in there.

Below our bar

Hidden bar by Virgin Hotels with live music.

1 Music Square W

4.2 13 Google reviews checked Nov 8, 2026 See on Google Maps

Watch list: too few reviews. Strict door, 20% service charge.