This was a fantastic experience! An entertaining look at some of country music's hits over the…read moreyears in an environment that is a classically relaxed vibe. Everything was top notch from the attentive table service to the tastefully curated drinks. I will be back to share this experience with friends and family!

Must do in NASHVILLE.. this was amazing and super over the top experience. From the calmness of the…read moreboat in the water to the show experience inside. Plus the tasty food. And good service and information from the whole boat crew. And the show was spectacular great performers. 100% worth it

If you're staying near the Opryland area, the General Jackson Showboat dinner and show experience…read moreare a solid way to pass one of your evenings. It's definitely a throwback to a different time in American history as you enjoy cruising down the Cumberland River on a restored paddle boat as you head to downtown Nashville and back while enjoying a buffet dinner and musical show. You're encouraged to arrive early to the boat when purchasing your ticket and for those that arrive early there is a live band performing on the very top deck....once it's time for the dinner and show you'll move below deck into the theater/main dining room. Everyone has a designated table. We were seated towards the back and I'm so glad we were because with how loud the audio was I couldn't imagine sitting at one of the closer tables to the stage. For your meal, you being with a Ceasar Salad course prior to each table lining up to go to one of the buffet stations set up on either side of the dining room.The buffet consisted of a variety of items including their take on brisket (no bbq sauce is available on the whole boat btw), Tuscan chicken, mac & cheese, mashed potatoes, and more. As you near the downtown area, the buffet area will be shut down so you can enjoy the downtown skyline views at night while the servers place your dessert at your table. Our night we had a toffee cheesecake (that tasted old and like the cardboard box it had been sitting in for who knows how long). As for the show it takes you on a journey through the years of popular music that came out of Music City - Nashville. It was a good way to pass your dinner. All in all - none of the pieces of this experience by themselves was a standout but combined it made for an enjoyable (and different) way to pass an evening in Nashville.

Ray was the Weird Al of my generation (if unfamiliar, check out 'Ahab the Arab', 'Guitarzan', and…read moreif nothing else, 'The Streak'). We moved south many years ago, have been watching his old TV show for some time, and decided to see his show since we'd be in the area. Glad we did. He's 84, but still spry, funny and entertaining. His show consists of many of his old hits and comedic stories (my wife can't get the chicken story out of her head), accompanied by a small orchestra. Dinner is optional, consisting of baked chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, a great dinner roll and a non-alcoholic drink. Not great, but not bad either. I'd say it's worth it ($20 per). Service was very good and the ambience is your basic dinner club. He's a class act.

Came out for the finals of #indycountryshowdown. Some really great singers tonight. The menu is…read morevery limited. Reasonable prices. I had the pulled pork which was very good. Our waitress was very attentive. Food arrived quickly and as ordered. We sat next to the stage. The sound wasn't overwhelming. Bathroom was very clean. We heard Ray is retiring and not sure of the venue's future. (The hosts of the showdown were rather junior high talent show level. It was almost embarrassing.)

The service was very attentive. Food was very good but best of all was the live performers. Just a…read moregreat way to spend Mondays lunch!!

Staff is extremely rude. During parking at their location I was very rudely told to "F off". Or to…read more"Call the police if there was a problem." I was simply just trying to park near one of the members of their establishment. I am not sure if this was an employee or a member of the band. But, they did say they worked there. I was not at this location for their "service" but if that is how they treat strangers on the street, it must speak to their ethos of an organization.

We were recommended this venue from our hotel concierge. He helped us pick the show time, and so…read morehappy he did. We absolutely loved hearing the people behind the music in such an intimate venue. There is ample room in the theater for seating and dining. The food was very reasonably priced and good quality. They have a limited staff, please don't expect typical dining experiences. Atmosphere (5/5): A cozy, yet vibrant setting. Sound resonated well throughout the theater and not many bad seats to see the stage. Price (5/5): Admission was about $20 per person a food ranges from $10 - $50. They do require a table minimum of 15 per person that needs to go towards drinks or food. Food (4/5): Food quality was decent. The bread on the turkey sandwich was a little dry, while the onions rings were a little soggy. Service (4/5): They do work on a limited staff and each of them are artists. It can take a minute to order and get your food but they have a lot of people.

Setting is great. The sound system had so much midrange in it, you could not understand a single…read moreword sung or spoken from table 34. You're better off standing up at the bar or leaving if you get that table. Can't speak to the other areas in the room. Only one artist sung at a volume to cut through the mess where we were. The female singer was so quiet even in front of the bar you struggled to hear. I am not panning the place. We'd come back. But only if we can pick our table. Additional information. The doors to the venue open 30 minutes before the show, but the lobby area opens earlier. We were there in plenty of time, but thought our digital tickets would get us in. After waiting in that line and then being told we needed to get to the line to check in, the venue was getting full. Get there early and get in line to check in early. That may get you better seating. Beer was cold. We all had burgers. They were good. Onion rings are pre- battered and the same as frozen ones you get at a fast food joint. Overall I'd recommend visiting, but be aware, if your experience was like ours, you'll most definitely not get value for your dollar.

I was in town visiting for the National Urban League conference, and they hosted one of their…read moreconference evening outings at this location. This is a massive operation with multiple floors, BOWLING and a massive stage and dance floor. While we didn't order food, we did drink quite a bit and found the drinks to be pretty strong, which is good given the fact that your drinks will likely average anywhere from $12-$15. The highlight of the space is the stage and dance floor area. We were fortunate enough to have several performers for this event and the quality acoustics combined with the spacious area to dance, which was mostly line dancing for this crowd, was a nice feature. I am so used to being overcrowded in places like this, but I was actually able to get a line dance or two in without stepping on too many feet. Bartender service was prompt and friendly, but the number of security and bouncers at the front tells me that this place must get rowdy from time to time. That being said, this would definitely be a spot. I would check out in the future.

I really enjoy going to events here. (Standing room only) It's a nice space. I like that it's dimly…read morelit. I wish they had more seating options that aren't VIP. They have several bars but depending on the show can get busy. The parking across the street is $40! If you're lucky, you can find street parking or there are cheaper parking lots nearby! I typically stick to wine if I go here as the cocktails aren't the greatest. I attend lots of shows here yearly! Most shows have the option to watch from upstairs. I like that because I'm vertically challenged and sometimes can't see if taller people are standing in front of me. All and all, definitely catch a show here.

Preface: I went for a tasting - not food. Such a cute place!…read moreWe had tickets for a wine tasting and it did not disappoint. The bartender even let us try 2 wines that were not included. Ended up buying 2 bottles. I will definitely go back to check out the food and the entertainment!

City Winery Nashville - Honest Review…read more My first experience at City Winery was unfortunately disappointing, and I wouldn't recommend it based on this visit. The burger was dry, and although the menu mentioned a "secret sauce," it tasted more like a simple mix of mayonnaise and ketchup -- nothing special, and barely any sauce at all. They also weren't able to accommodate salted onions or caramelized onions, which felt surprising for a full kitchen. The chicken tacos were bland, with no seasoning, no heat, and no hot sauce or flavorful elements to bring them together. Everything tasted flat and underwhelming. The wine tasting was another letdown. We weren't given any descriptions or explanations about the wines -- they simply dropped off the flights without telling us what we were drinking, which took away from the whole tasting experience. Overall, the service was the only positive part of the visit. The food lacked flavor, the wine tasting lacked guidance, and the experience didn't match the expectations for a place known for wine and dining. Definitely disappointing for a first visit.

Always go to the second floor at Rippys…read more Great band up top. Highly recommend the BBQ wrap.

Good friendly Staff, good food and Great Drinks!! My wife…read moreand I had a couple Jell-O shots and a Tennessee Apple Jack. Ya gotta try it.. Oh and the live band was Great!!!