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    Middleman

    4.0 (9 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Kayla C.

    Middleman was a cute bar to catch a cocktail before dinner or a nightcap before calling it a nice. The ambiance was super cute and upscale. There is plenty of seating but the bar is the main attraction. The options are endless. The cocktails were quite delicious too.

    Elizabeth B.

    If you haven't checked out Middleman yet, run, don't walk. This gorgeous new whiskey-focused cocktail bar from the team behind Alla Vita and Momotaro is one of the most beautiful spaces in Wedgewood-Houston. The design strikes that perfect balance between sophisticated and welcoming, with a stunning indoor-outdoor feel that makes you want to linger for hours. I ordered the Ride the Bike and was completely obsessed. As a whiskey lover, it was exactly the kind of thoughtful, well-balanced cocktail you'd want. It's their take on a Boulevardier and it's slightly sweet, bold, and full of rich flavor. A special shoutout to Elijah and Beth, who were incredible at helping me navigate both the menu and the space. Their warmth and enthusiasm made the experience feel effortless and inviting from the moment I walked in. Whether you're meeting friends, grabbing a pre-dinner drink, or settling in for a long conversation, this is the kind of place that makes Wedgewood-Houston feel even more special. The atmosphere, hospitality, and cocktails are all top-notch. I'll definitely be back.

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    Cozy but high end vibe. Really beautiful design and good drinks. Went here after dinner at Alla Vitta

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    Amazing atmosphere! The service is top tier and very friendly! The cocktails are delicious and have beautiful presentation!

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    Ole Smoky Distillery "6th & Peabody" - Ole Smoky Distillery "6th & Peabody" food

    Ole Smoky Distillery "6th & Peabody"

    4.4(789 reviews)
    1.0 miSobro, Downtown
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    1st timer and loved it. Just do the premium tasting! You will not regret it at all. It's $13pp and…read moreyou basically get 12 shots of good liquor. You will leave there with a nice buzz. Now the star of the show was Malik ( hope I'm spelling it correctly) he was a joy to the experience that I had. We walked in at the right time for the group tasting. He gave us recommendations on how to pair the moonshine that we were tasting and very funny. Whenever I'm in Nashville, this will always be a stop for me. And I'm sending my friends as well

    Staff took my valid driver's license to the back for approximately 20 minutes before refusing…read moreservice, claiming it "looked fake." I'm 30 years old and have used this license without issue for years. When I asked what specifically was wrong with the ID, nobody could provide an explanation. Instead, staff consulted a manager and simply told me they would not be serving me. Meanwhile, the other members of my group, all around the same age and carrying valid IDs, were able to order drinks without issue. As an Asian customer, I left this establishment believing I was racially profiled. I was singled out, denied service despite presenting valid identification, and never given a legitimate explanation for why my ID was supposedly unacceptable. Since the incident, I have found multiple reviews from other customers of color describing experiences that raised similar concerns about profiling and disparate treatment. The entire experience was humiliating, unprofessional, and unacceptable. There are plenty of businesses in Nashville that can verify IDs without treating customers this way.

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    4.5(207 reviews)
    1.3 miDowntown
    Full bar
    Large group friendly

    A downstairs basement bar with speak easy vibes and moody dark lighting. This is a tequila bar --…read morebut also has a fully stocked bar. We went in the afternoon so it was pretty quiet still, but the bar tenders were friendly and helpful. And although I'm not a huge tequila fan, I was impressed with my drink. Prices were reasonable for the drinks we ordered and this bar being located on Broadway. Definitely worth a visit.

    This place is usually a good spot, but for some reason, our experience this Friday evening was very…read moredifferent. The service was simply not good. We walked in around 5:00 PM, and there were very few people in the bar. We had a party of six, so we sat down at a table and waited. After sitting there for a while without anyone coming over, I finally went to the bar. Shortly after that, a waitress came to our table, so I went back and we placed our order. Then came another long wait, we waited about 20 minutes just to get our drinks, even though the bar was nearly empty. On the bright side, the drinks were great. I ordered an El Carajillo, and it was really good! The horchata crème in it was SOOOO good and definitely the highlight of the visit. Unfortunately, the service issues continued. When the waitress brought the check for me to sign, I realized she had not returned my credit card. I had to track her down to get it back, and while doing so, I ran into another customer who had experienced the exact same thing. They have great drinks and normally provide a good experience, so hopefully this was just an off night. But on this particular Friday evening, with the bar barely occupied, the service definitely missed the mark.

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