From the moment I walked up the steps, it wasn't clear if the place was open or under construction…read more I decided to proceed. Eventually I got to an elevator that delivered me to the 5th floor. The doors opened, and before me, a beautifully appointed bar and a very cozy ambiance enhanced by candlelight. The menu offerings were not extensive yet the options to pair with the "long list" of bespoke craft cocktails were perfect. The assorted shapes, sizes and shades of olives were my first delight. I wound up with a charcuterie-esque combination of sour dough that included a creamy cheese smear along the inside of the dish, a prosciutto-like ham, and the most unexpectedly delicious bowl of warm, smoky carrots in a romesco. Not a drop got left behind thanks to the sour dough. Whatever music was playing in the background, added to the swanky vibe. This is the kind of gem that is meant to be savored by every one of your senses.

Update: I went to the new location this month and it was a lovely experience (minus being hard to…read morefind because of construction and lack of signs in the area. I understand it's a speakeasy but help us out). The space is bigger and more roomy. Even though the seats are still small, they're better than the other location. Still cozy and nice. The temperature was good. Service was good and drinks were delish.

Cool place. Nice drinks. Like a good speakeasy the bartender acted mildly annoyed that we were…read morethere but he was nice and helpful explained the drinks and all the unusual aspects. Not totally a speakeasy vibe except that there are no signs. Think industrial speakeasy.

Great ambiance! I love a unique bar with some history. Drinks were well-crafted and delicious. We…read morehad a fun time and got a break from the typical bar scene. The bartenders and server were pleasant and drinks came up relatively quick. It is on the pricier side but that's the price you pay for a unique experience. One thing that I really didn't like is that our server didn't mention that auto gratuity (20%) is included on the bill. I always tip 20%+ even for mediocre service BUT I fully believe that when there is auto gratuity you should tell the patron or you're being a bit deceptive. We all added 20%+ on top of the existing 20% already and then had to adjust it when one of my friends thought her total was a bit high and pointed out the added gratuity. Not a good look or practice in my opinion.

I have visited many cigar lounges across America and Red Phone Booth Nashville has made it to my…read moretop 3. The ambiance, staff ("Cash" bartender) is essential to the reputation and vibes that give you that blast to the past, speakeasy, underground exclusive experience. Try the pizza, excellent ingredients! I will definitely be back!!!

Now our 4 th stop on our VIP tour brought us here. This is what I imagined a speakeasy was…read more Classy, darkened lights, luxurious seating. Why was it special? You need to dial a special code in the Red Phone Booth to enter. One of the employees shared the 3 most recommended drinks. At this point we left our group as guide's tour had ended and the rest of our vip group were multiple drinkers at each of the 3 other stops. Doc went solo to get the car since it was a far walk back. Thanks for booking this tour Doc.

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.

There's a lot to like about Pushing Daises. It has a nice dark speakeasy vibe in a basement…read moreenvironment. Staff here is very nice and are keen on helping you order the right drink. There was no live music available at the time, but they did have a DJ which I thought was spinning the turntable rather well. It's my bad that I didn't also catch on that his is basically a Tequila Bar, rather than a more general craft cocktail establishment. Judging by the well stocked bar and the word of our waitress, other alcohol and their associated craft creations are available, but it's pretty much off menu and not well into our waitress' repertoire. And yes, Cinco de Mayo was just a few days away. One member of our party just wanted a soft drink, which was not possible that night as their CO2 was down. That did make me wonder whether the non-alcohol drinkers had much to chose from here. I suppose we could have then wandered over to the Redemption Bar at Chief's? Anyway, we're not Tequila Drinkers, and since other drink options appeared to be guesswork, we left towards more traditional mixed drinks (and live music) at a nearby Printers Alley bar. This was a rare night that I really wanted a craft cocktail in a smooth environment, and in the end it just wasn't the same.

I had no idea Grandpa Bar doubles as a coffee shop during the day, and I've been missing out. Their…read moretiramisu latte is incredible. The staff is friendly, and the space has a cool, vibey atmosphere (everything you want in a coffee shop). It's also a great place to get work done (yes, there's free Wi-Fi), and there's plenty of street parking. Definitely a spot I'm excited to return to.

This is an espresso martini bar were the majority of their menu are espresso martinis. They had…read moreinteresting martinis like Chai, early grey, and normal ones too. Ambiance could be better, the vibe was there, but it felt thrown together. I ordered at the bar amd they brought my drink to me which was nice, and I got my drink quickly. I'll go back when the espresso martinis call my name again.

First of all they serve this amazing hot chicken that is apparently top secret it is not even on…read morethe menu to order. You have to ask for it and then you would be told how to order it. And the slaw that comes with it is also tasty. But this chicken ...wow! Extremely good! Then their Guinness is really nice as well as amazing cocktails. They don't price gouge like most places do in Nashville so that is also super cool. The vibe and music is good. They had a DJ on a sat night when we were there. The benches you sit on have pillows and they are comfortable. And apparently it is dog friendly . The family /owner is very friendly .

Bartender was awesome, pretty lowkey vibe. Kitchen is order at the window... I did not. But I did…read moreget a dazzling Guinness.

If you get tired of Broadway come down to The Local. Good…read moreprices, good service and a true local experience with local musicians. Had the nachos and they were great.

We were looking for live music and didn't feel like going to Broadway, so this was the perfect…read more"local" place for some brews and classic country music. Beers and drinks we got: Twisted Tea Guinness Yazoo Gerst Miller lite draft Miller high life Shiner Bock Our server Everdina was delightful and the band gave the best vibes.

Great place to relax, have an adult beverage, and enjoy a cigar from their top notch selection.read more

"This used to be Blend. What a spectacular collapse in standards…read more The space is still nice and the humidor selection is solid -- unfortunately, that's where the positives end. Staff at the humidor offered zero guidance or recommendations. Drinks were forgettable, and we had to fetch them ourselves from the bar like we were at a college sports pub instead of an upscale cigar lounge. Then came the cigars. We were left to cut and light them ourselves, which would've been fine if every disposable torch in the place wasn't nearly empty or completely out of butane. Nothing says 'premium lounge experience' quite like fighting for a working lighter. To top it off, the moment a large group walked in, the bartender started loudly screaming out drink orders across the room. The entire atmosphere instantly shifted from refined cigar lounge to livestock auction barn. This place is living off the reputation of what Blend used to be. If you're expecting an elevated experience, look elsewhere."