12.01.2023

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Speakeasy-style bars in Nashville

A photo looking down at the bar in Old Glory with green vines hanging from the brick wall.

We’ll have one Adults Only, please. | Photo by @hunterhartphoto via @oldglorynashville

What’s the password? Getting into a Prohibition speakeasy in the roaring 20s could be some whiskey business. Today, speakeasy-style bars — like these six in Music City — act as a nod to the past.

Old Glory

This industrially-rustic cocktail lounge was formerly the boiler room of one of the largest steam cleaning facilities in Nashville, White Way Cleaners. The space features the original electrical boxes, coal hopper, and smoke stack that were in use in the 1920s. You won’t find its entrance by a sign, but rather a large golden triangle around the door.

Red Phone Booth

You’ll need to secure a secret phone number to dial into the restored London phone booth to gain access to this speakeasy. Between the dress code, original brick, tobacco barn wood floors, and Italian leather couches — it’s hard to believe this social room is steps from Broadway.

Three craft cocktails sit on a table with garnishes. — Attaboy is an East Nashville gem.
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Photo by @foodieeforthought

Attaboy

This windowless, vibrantly-painted cinder block building isn’t much of a secret — but the dimly-lit bar lacking menus is enough to transport you back into the era in which it was inspired. Pro tip: The business operates on a first come, first served basis.

House of Cards

Make like a magician and disappear into this whimsical underground world. Guests journey down a secret tunnel to visit this combination magic and dinner venue filled with European antiques, vintage magic posters, and old playing cards. Pro tip: Expect a dress code and a no photography policy.

Pushing Daisies

Below Broadway, you’ll find this margarita-focused hangout self-described as “gorgeous, elusive, and underground.” Catch live music and DJ sets Thursday-Saturday. Editor’s pick: Devil’s Vice.

Hidden Bar

Located inside Noelle Nashville, Hidden Bar lives up to its name with a downstairs entrance that seems as though it’s for staff use only. Don’t miss: The bar’s regular themed pop-ups, oftentimes in the fall and winter.

Events

Friday, Dec. 1

Strictly 80s Dance Party | Friday, Dec. 1 | 9 p.m. | The 5 Spot, 1006 Forrest Ave. | $5 | Dance to all your favorite 80s hits until the bar closes.

Saturday, Dec. 2

Holiday Market | Saturday, Dec. 2 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Friends Life Community, 4414 Granny White Pk. | Cost of purchase | The market will boast handmade goods for purchase, food trucks, live music, door prizes, a kids scavenger hunt, and an ugly sweater contest.
Family Program: String City | Saturday, Dec. 2 | Times vary | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S. | Free | Marionettes, rod puppetry, shadow animation, and an ever-changing set tell the story of country music as it relates to Nashville’s transformation into Music City.

Sunday, Dec. 3

Brunch with Santa | Sunday, Dec. 3 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Assembly Food Hall, 5055 Broadway | Cost of purchase | Enjoy a hot chocolate bar, write letters to Santa, and even meet the man himself.

Monday, Dec. 4

“Elf” Trivia Night | Monday, Dec. 4 | 6:30 p.m. | Assembly Food Hall, 5055 Broadway | Free | Bring your buddies and put your “Elf” knowledge to the test at Homegrown Bar.

Tuesday, Dec. 5

Tennessee Smart Mobility Expo | Tuesday, Dec. 5-Wednesday, Dec. 6 | Times vary | Music City Center, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way S. | $75+ | The event showcases technology research and development taking place in Tennessee from urban traffic solutions to innovations for emission reduction and more.
All For The Hall | Tuesday, Dec. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $39.70+ | The benefit concert for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum features Keith Urban and Vince Gill with special friends Trisha Yearwood, Brooks & Dunn, Kelsea Ballerini, Hardy, and more.

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News Notes

Announced

In-N-Out Burger tapped Century Farms for its first Davidson County location. The chain previously announced plans for a Franklin office and the first Middle Tennessee restaurant on the Goose Creek Bypass, which is slated to open in 2025. No opening date is set for Antioch. (Nashville Post)

Biz

Parisian-focused eatery Pastis will occupy 11,225 sqft of May Hosiery Mills and include a patio, according to new details about the Wedgewood-Houston project. Expect salads, sandwiches, steaks, and other specialty dishes. Stay tuned for an opening date. (Nashville Business Journal)

Development

Fat Bottom Brewing could be getting a few new neighbors. Developers are proposing a four-story apartment building for a ~3-acre site on the other side of the train tracks near the business. The Mason would offer 247 units, including 20 “townhouse-style residences.” (Nashville Post)

Watch

Tune in. Nashville will be featured in CNBC’s new one-hour special debuting on Wednesday, Dec. 6 at 9 p.m. “Cities of Success” explores cities that are now considered national hubs for economic diversity and growth.

Show

The Opry Goes Dolly — again. The Grand Ole Opry will celebrate Dolly Parton’s birthday with a show and special events at the Ryman on Friday, Jan. 19. Guest performers will sing the star’s hits + expect limited birthday treats for tour guests, a Dolly impersonator, themed drinks, and more.

Eat

Ophelia’s Pizza + Bar launches a new lunch service on Monday, Dec. 4. Dine-in Monday through Thursday from 11a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Try this: The menu-exclusive Italian Sandwich.

Featured

Ho, ho, ho-wdy. Christmas at Gaylord Opryland secured the Tennessee spot on Travel + Leisure’s “The Best Christmas Light Displays in Every State.” The publication describes the resort as a “veritable winter wonderland made of ice” and mentions it’s the home of the original Country Christmas.

Featured Deal

There are perks to working downtown. The proof: Nashville Downtown Partnership is hosting Downtown Work Perks in the Park on Tuesday, Dec. 5, offering free coffee and live holiday jazz at Church Street Park from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. — for downtown workers only. See details.*

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Bottoms up for a good cause. Hall’s Chophouse will donate 100% of proceeds for every Hall’s Old Fashioned purchased on Wednesday, Dec. 6 through Thursday, Dec. 7 to Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. Make a reservation.

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