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10 Awesome Nashville Sports Bars

Written by Chuck G. in Bars and Pubs

If you are looking for the top Nashville sports bar to watch your favorite team. You have come to the right place! Allow me to inform you of some of the top sports bars in Nashville.

A great Nashville sports bar would have lots of TVs and channels, great food, and a good selection of drinks whether it be alcohol or not. Music City has many sports bars, but the ones on this list are the most popular among sports fans.

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Let us talk about the top Nashville sports bars so that you find the place that fits your sports fan expectations.

There are some great Nashville Sports Bars

Watching a live Nashville Sounds game from the balcony of Third and Home

Nashville isn’t just a party city, it is also a sports city. We have the Tennessee Titans pro football, Vanderbilt Commodores college football, Nashville Sounds baseball, Nashville Predators Hockey, Nashville Soccer Club, and several other teams. So it goes without saying that there are going to be many sports bars all over the city. Here is a list of Nashville’s top sports bars. Pick one that is close to you or one that fits your vibe and go enjoy the game!!

Scoreboard Bar and Grill

But we are talking about sports here! Football, baseball, basketball, and more! So, this sports bar has over 40 TV’s to enjoy the games, you are sure to have a good time with all your sports friends! Let us not forget all the great food and drinks.

Want to know more about Scoreboard Bar and Grill? Click here to check it out.

Scoreboard is in the Music Valley area. Check out this article about the Music valley area.

Third and Home, Nashville Sports Bar with a view!

Third and Home Sports Bar overlooking a Nashville Sounds Baseball Game

This Nashville sports bar is like no other in town! Why is that you ask? You might say this Nashville sports bar has its own baseball park. It is located right beside First Horizon Park, home of the Nashville Sounds. There are many TVs inside to enjoy the games or go out on the patio while the Sounds are playing to watch a live game. Well, of course, there are lots of good food and drink as well.

Wanna know more? Click here to check out their channel list.

Double Dogs

I’ve eaten at two of the nine locations. Those two places were the Sylvan Park and Gallatin locations, both have TONS of energy happening with all the TVs on showing the games of everyone’s favorite team! With great food with over 100 beers for you to try, you are sure to find something you like. This Nashville sports bar has several locations, including 3 in Kentucky. BTW … their pot buy is really good!!

Wanna know more? Click here to find out.

Party Fowl

Party Fowl Nashville Chicken Sports Bar

Party Fowl is known for Nashville Hot Chicken, good local beer, and awesome boozy Slushies. There are several locations in the Nashville area, Chattanooga and now Party Fowl now has a location in Destin Florida.

The hot chicken recipes have had honorable mentions and even won awards with several big-name media outlets including OpenTables Diners Choice awards. Hot chicken isn’t the only thing they have on the menu. I’ve eaten at two of their Nashville locations, I’ve had the Gumbo, chicken salads, Catfish Po-boy, and the Pimento Cheese Burger. Everything I’ve eaten here has been great!

So, we have established there is good food, but is it a good Nashville sports bar? Absolutely it is!! There are many TVs throughout the place. The Donelson location has an upstairs party area that you could reserve for a game party if you wanted. Party Fowl’s atmosphere and staff are always energetic and inviting so this would be a great place to hang out during your favorite game day.

Want to know more about Party Fowl? Check here to check out their site.

HiFi Clydes

HiFi Clydes – This is a cool little Nashville Sports Bar

If you GPS this place to the downtown location it may come up as a couple of different places. It could show Taco Mamacita or HiFi Clydes. When you are seated you will be presented with both menus as well. No matter which menu you order from the food is great! They have a really good selection of beers as well as long as you aren’t into dark beers.

The downtown location has many TVs throughout the place. Just a heads up, parking can be a bit confusing. There is a small lot immediately behind the restaurant. If you are facing the open bar part of the place, down Chuch Street to your right is a larger parking lot for HiFi Clydes as well.

Want to know more about HiFi Clydes? Click here to check out their website.

Beyond the Edge

Located in iconic East Nashville this Nashville sports bar is one of the locals’ favorite hang out. With 25 beers available along with 30 TVs to view, you are sure to have a good time cheering for your favorite team.

They have your typical (but very good) sports bar menu of various flavors of wings, a variety of burgers, and even some Quesadillas. So drop in on your favorite game day to cheer on your team and fill ya belly!

Like to check out what all they have available? Click here to check it out.

Neighbors Nashville

Neighbors Sports Bar in Germantown Nashville
Neighbors Nashville Sports Bar in Germantown

Neighbors Nashville Sports bar has 3 locations, Germantown, Sylvan Park, and Franklin. The original location in Sylvan Park was started by a former Tennessee Titan football player and a hairdresser/bartender Victoria and Zach Piller.

Each of the 3 locations has TVs, music, and sports memorabilia adorning the walls. Go check out the Neighbors Nashville closest to you to watch your favorite team with your friends or make new friends.

Sound like a cool place huh? Click here to check out their website.

The Mainstay, an upscale Nashville sports bar

This Nashville Sports bar is one of the more upscale places on the list. Located just a few blocks away from Nissan Stadium home of the Tennessee Titans, this place has some top-notch food choices to fill anyone’s tastes!

Twenty-five TVs and 24 beers on tap, game day is gonna be great! So, go knock back a few, get ya belly full of some good grub while yelling and cheering for your team.

If great food, good beer, and an exciting game sound good, Click here to check out the site.

Nashville Underground

Sidewalk of Lower Broadway Nashville outside the Underground
Near the entrance of the Underground on Lower Broadway Nashville

Nashville Underground is way more than just another Nashville sports bar! There are 40 TVs spread over 4 floors. Not only can you enjoy sports, hit the rooftop club for some dancing, or how about a game room? Oh, that isn’t all, go bowling and ride a bull while you are there.

As for food, they got some Nashville hot chicken, burgers, and even a breakfast meal if you prefer. If you happen to be throwing a bachelorette party, they even have a package for that as well.

Even if it isn’t a game day, you should check this place out!! Click here for the website.

Nashville Underground and Headquarters is in the heart of Lower Broadway. If you need a hotel to stay downtown close to the actions, check out this article for some suggestions.

Headquarters Beercade

Free Games and sports bar in Nashville at Headquarters Beercade
Headquarters Beercade Games and Sports bar on 2nd Ave

Football, basketball, hockey, MMA, and more! Headquarters Beercade is also more than just a Nashville sports bar, it is a fun game room!! There is old-school pinball, arcade games such as Pac-Man, Galaga, Donkey Kong, and MUCH more!! Like … there is over 6,500 square feet of entertainment here. Oh, I forgot to mention they have the largest screen in Nashville to watch the big game. I’ve been to Headquarters several times, you really should check it out.

This place is lots of fun! Click here to check out the site.

Headquarters and Underground is located downtown in The District. Check out this article for more to do downtown.

Summary of Nashville sports bar

There are many more sports bars in Nashville besides what is on this list. Try these places out, if you find one that fits your vibe …great! If not keep searching around until you do. My main requirement would be having good food to munch on.

10 Awesome Unique Things to Do in Nashville for Couples

Written by Chuck G. in Things to Do

Unique things to do in Nashville for couples? Well, being a local to Nashville I’ve had lots of fun getting to do many activities and seeing many of the great sights that the Music City has to offer. Here I’ll tell you about some of the fun and unique things you can do In Nashville with your significant other.

There are many unique things to do in Nashville for couples. With the tours, museums, shows, and even the General Jackson Showboat couples are sure to find something to enjoy. Hop on one of the many trolleys, golf carts, or bus tours to learn about the many unique sites of Nashville.

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Unique Things to Do in Nashville for Couples

Unique Things to Do in Nashville for Couples
Nashville couple enjoying fun unique activities

Nashville has no shortage of really cool things to do. No matter how adventurous you and your love may or may not be you can find something unique for couples to do. Trying new food is a fairly common thing to do in about every big city. Not every city has trolleys .. Nashville does .. and they provide great tours to educate and entertain everyone. The General Jackson is unique to Nashville. The Gaylord Opryland hotel is definitely a Nashville thing. My point is, that there are many things that are unique to Nashville alone. So, hold your sweetheart by the hand, and find something unique to do to make memories for life.

Let’s get on with this 🙂

Nashville Food Tours

bbq restaraunts in Nashville
Awesome food in Nashville

Nashville has a growing reputation for its food scene. There are so many different ethnicities of food I can’t even get started to name them all. But one of the best ways to get a good sample of the great foods the Music City has to offer is to take a food tour.

Some of the tours take you on a stroll walking through some of Nashville’s great neighborhoods. Some chauffeur you around in a passenger bus as your personal designated driver. Why do you need a designated driver you ask? Good question! Some of the food tours also include samples of beers and spirits from some of our local breweries and distilleries. So eat and drink up!

Whether you are a native Music City couple or visitors from out of town, you should take one of the many food tours for one of the truly unique things to do in Nashville for couples.

Wanna tour includes a couple of drinks and lunch: Click here to check it out.

This tour is all about the southern side of Nashville. Plus it’s a small group: This would be my pick!

Here is a sightseeing tour that happens to include a bit of food: Click here to check it out.

Do you have a sweet tooth for delicious donuts? Here is the tour for you!

Check out how artistic Nashville is with a mural tour

Hillsboro Village Nashville – Drippy Lips Mural

This golf cart tour includes sightseeing and some booze: Click here to check it out.

Mural walk with a professional photographer: Click here to check it out.

Murals and Mimosas tour: You know you want to check this one out.

Trolley Tour

Fun stuff for Nashville Couples
Nashville Trolley Tours

If you want to maximize the sightseeing and get history at the same time, trolley tours are the best way to do it. The hop on hop off Nashville trolley runs throughout the day stopping at key sightseeing places. Just get off the trolley where you want, check out that location, and hop back on the next trolley when it arrives to go see the next sight.

Then there is the hop on hop off brewery trolley. This trolley takes you around Nashville stopping at 8 top breweries allowing you to go inside and purchase a brew to your liking. What I usually do is get a flight so I can try several beers at once. If there is one that I really like I may get a larger glass.

Not only are the trolley tours one of the unique things to do in Nashville for couples, but it is also for anyone that really wants to explore this awesome city.

Want Nashville Hop on Hop off trolley? Click here to reserve your seat.

Want the Nashville Hop on Hop off Brewery trolley? Click here to try 8 different breweries.

General Jackson Showboat

General Jackson Showboat of Nashville Tennessee
Nashville’s General Jackson Showboat. Crystal, thank you for the great picture.

This is one of those romantic unique things to do in Nashville for couples. The General Jackson Showboat is an icon of Nashville. Most all people be they locals or tourists all ways stop and watch it cruise down the Cumberland river. It is so majestic with its large paddle kicking up water as it motors on down the river. Onboard there is a great show entertaining the guests while they enjoy their meal.

Does General Jackson sound like a good time? Click here to reserve your place.

The Escape Room

Think you are smart at puzzles and clues? While you are in downtown Nashville, you and your date stop by The Escape Room and combine wits to solve the mystery that is presented to you. There are 4 different games to choose from that you are sure to have fun with.

Sounds like fun? Click here to schedule your brain teaser.

Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

This would be fun on the unique things to do in Nashville for couples thing to do! Inside the Franklin Marriot in Franklin Tn. which is just a short drive from Nashville is the Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show. This is an interactive comedy murder mystery dinner where you will take part in solving the “who done it”. Ya never know .. you might just that the prime suspect is … YOU!

Sound fun? Click here for more information.

Couples take a Nashville Helicopter Tour for a unique experience

So you want to take a tour of Nashville? How about doing it from the air? That’s right, take a helicopter ride over Nashville to get a birds-eye view of the Music City! Fly over Nissan stadium, over the party streets of “The District” known as Lower Broadway, and others. If you are with your loved one you can even get a “Champaign package” that is especially for love birds. So, book a fight and enjoy the sights of Nashville in a totally different way.

Wanna fly over Nashville? Click here for more info.

Want some ideas of free stuff to do in Nashville? Check out this article.

Nashville Pub Crawl

Check out Nashville’s longest-running pub crawl. This particular pub crawl has had “crawlers” from all over the world! As you embark on this 2.5 hour tour you will learn about the history of Nashville, get a comedy show, and best of all you will check out the clubs and bars where the locals go not the “touristy” locations. With this kind of tour, you will get the real taste of Nashville!

I’ve added a few choices so you can find one that fits what you are looking for.

Does the Nashville Pub Crawl sound fun? Click here for more info.

Here is another great tour. Click here to check it out.

Wanna tour by golf cart? Click here to check it out.

Stay at the Opryland Hotel

Opryland Hotel Atrium
Opryland Hotel Delta Atrium

This is probably the most visited hotels in Nashville, not just because of the exquisite rooms to stay in. Not just because of the awesome balcony views overlooking the atriums. Oh .. wait a second .. I just mentioned the #1 reason this hotel is visited. It is the three atriums that are a huge tourist attraction. Even the Nashville Tennessee locals come to visit on a regular basis. The atriums feature real exotic plants, beautiful waterfalls, and even a boat ride around the Delta atrium. YES .. a boat ride! That boat ride could be one of the unique things to do in Nashville to seal that loving feeling (remember that song? :-).

For more great info about the Opryland hotel, click here to check out the article.

Unique things to do in Nashville for Couples summary

There are so many things to do in Nashville!! Some every city has, some only the Music City has to offer. Of those things to do, some are unique things to do in Nashville for couples. So get the love of your life, come to Nashville and have a great time no matter what you do.

I’m gonna get about 4 hours of sleep before work. I’ll add more pictures tomorrow.

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Easy to Find Food Trucks in Nashville

Written by Chuck G. in Restaurants

Food trucks in Nashville are very much sought out! I used to work close to Downtown Nashville so I looked for them very often and I loved it! Food trucks are my favorite!!

The food trucks in Nashville cover so many different ethnicities of food choices. You can get grilled cheese, Nashville BBQ, Nashville Pizza, great desserts, and so much more. On any given day or event you can find one of the many food trucks available somewhere close to you.

I have eaten at many of the food trucks in Nashville. So let’s talk about the varieties and where to find them.

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Street Eats

What is Street Eats? This is, well I guess you could call it an event where many food trucks in Nashville gather in one location to feed everyone lunch with their culinary greatness! This happens every Thursday between the times of 11 am to 2 pm during the warmer months. It is located on Deadrick Street in the heart of downtown Nashville.

There are a few of the food trucks that are pretty much regulars for this gathering. Then there are the ones that rotate to different places throughout Nashville and the surrounding areas.

So that brings up a good question. How many food trucks gather at this event? Well, honestly that varies. It can be up to 20, I’ve seen as little as 12. Even having 12 awesome food trucks is a great selection to have. Check here for the weekly food truck lineup for Street Eats.

Food Trucks in Nashville
Nashville Street Eats on Deaderick Street

Nashville Food Trucks

There are lots of food trucks in Nashville. I have been to many events where food trucks were the only source of grub. Some may have had only one, other events had several on site. But I always was able to find something good to eat.

So what kind of food do the food trucks have to offer? I honestly could not tell you every food ethnicity Nashville food trucks have to offer. I personally have eaten Indian, Mexican, Thai, Peruvian, American, Southern BBQ, seafood, fancy grilled cheese, crepes, burger, pizza, fish, and many different desserts. This is just what I can think of at the moment that I’ve eaten from the local food trucks.

Fun fact … totally unrelated to Nashville but related to food trucks. I once had rattlesnake to eat from a food truck in Denver Colorado. It was actually pretty good.

Want to know about free things to do in Nashville? Click here to learn more.

Need a room downtown? Here are some options.

Nashville Food Truck Association

Nashville Food Truck Association is a registered non-profit organization of food truck owners that helps and promotes like-minded business owners in the Nashville and Middle Tennessee area.

This organization provides leadership, charity, and other great services throughout a network of other food truck owners.

Want more information? Click here to check out their website.

Food Truck parked on Deaderick Street Nashville
Nashville Food Truck

Where do I find Food Trucks In Nashville?

That is a very good question! There are lots of places that food trucks go to in Nashville. Heck, for that matter, some of the food trucks even go into the surrounding counties they are liked so well. The Wilson County Fair, which is one of the largest fairs in Middle Tennessee always has lots of food trucks showing up.

I know, just answer the question. Where are the food trucks in Nashville? Well, obviously I can’t tell you where they all are at any given time. But, there are some websites and even smartphone apps that can help you out.

Probably the most popular website to find food trucks is Street Food Finder. You can search anywhere you may be visiting with this site, not just Nashville. Click here to go to the Street Food Finder website and enter your location in the search box at the top to see what is near you.

As for smartphone apps, I use Street Food Finder app on Android. Here is the link for the iPhone version. I really like how easy this app is to use. You can either type in your location up top in the search bar or let the location feature of your phone help you locate the closest food truck. You don’t have to be in Nashville for this app.

Nashville Airport Hotels – 10+ Great Options

Written by Chuck G. in Lodging

Airport Center Sign at the corner of Donelson Pike and Royal Parkway

As a Nashville local that used to work about a mile from the Nashville airport, I know this area very well. There are lots of great hotels and restaurants in Donelson that are sure to meet anyone’s needs. Unlike the hotels downtown, most of the airport area hotels in Nashville offer free parking which can save you a LOT of money.

Nashville Airport Hotels are probably the most convenient places to stay for tourists. Obviously super close to the airport. To get to Lower Broadway where all the action is just takes a short Uber ride. Other great attractions such as Oprymills Mall, and the Nashville Zoo aren’t far off as well.

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There are MANY Nashville Airport hotels in this area. Here is just a short list of the more popular and/or closer ones to the airport.

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Drury Inn and Suites

Drury Inn and Suites located near the Nashville airport with hotel shuttle parked by the entrance.
Drury Inn and Suites with the hotel shuttle parked by the entrance.

The Drury Nashville airport location provides lots of great amenities such as baggage storage, a hot tub/jacuzzi, and a fitness center. There is even a dry cleaning and laundry service for an additional fee.

There are several Nashville airport hotels in the Donelson area that have shuttles to and from the airport. Drury Inn at the airport location provides front desk services and shuttle 24 hours a day.

Address555 Donelson PikeParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyYes
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming PoolOutdoor
“Nice To Know” info about Drury Inn and Suites Nashville Airport

>> Check out the reviews and current pricing at Drury Inn and Suites Nashville Airport

Holiday Inn Express

Holiday Inn Express with the hotel shuttle parked by the entrance.

Leaning more toward being one of the bit less expensive Nashville Airport hotels, Holiday Inn Express has all the amenities you will need. They have baggage storage, dry cleaning, laundry, and even an ATM on site.

As you can see in the picture above, they have a shuttle to pick you up and drop you at the airport. Feel free to bring Fido the wonder dog as they are pet friendly.

Address1111 Airport Center DriveParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyYes
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming PoolOutdoor
“Nice To Know” info about Holiday Inn Express

Book Your Room: Holiday Inn Express Nashville Airport

Curious about other lodging options? Click here for other great lodging options.

Best Western Plus

Best Western Plus near the Nashville airport.
Best Western Plus near the Nashville Airport

Conveniently located only a mile away from the airport, Best Western Plus has lots of great amenities to make sure your stay is comfortable. They have baggage storage, shuttle service to and from the airport, a child-friendly buffet, a snack bar, and a shared lounge area with TV.

There are 2 swimming pools, one inside and one outside. Both are open year-round and are welcome to all ages.

Address911 Airport Center DriveParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyCall
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming Pool1 Out 1 In
“Nice To Know” info about Best Western Plus

Book Your Room: Best Western Plus Nashville Airport

Radisson Hotel

Radisson Hotel Near the Nashville Tennessee Airport

This is one of the upper-scale places to stay of the Nashville Airport Hotels. There is a very nice indoor heated pool, bar, restaurant with kids meals, baggage storage, airport shuttle to and from, and even a happy hour.

Address1112 Airport Center DriveParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyYes
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming PoolYes
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Book Your Room: Radisson Hotel Nashville Airport

Four Points by Sheraton

Four Points Hotel by Sheraton near the Nashville airport
Four Points by Sheraton near the Nashville Airport

As with pretty much all the Nashville Airport hotels in this area, Four Points by Sheraton is located within about a 15-minute drive to Lower Broadway where all the music and party action is. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available at the on-site restaurant that even has menu items for the little ones.

Address800 Royal ParkwayParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyCall
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming PoolYes Seasonal Outdoor
“Nice To Know” info about Four Points Nashville Airport

Book Your Room: Four Points by Sheraton Nashville Airport

Sonesta Nashville Airport

Sonesta select near the Nashville airport
Sonesta Select near the Nashville airport

Sonesta Select has a free heated indoor pool that is open year-round for its guests. There is also an airport shuttle to and from, baggage storage, a convenience store on-site, and a kid-friendly buffet to feed you and your family.

Address1100 Airport Center DriveParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyYes
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming PoolYes
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Book Your Room: Sonesta Nashville Airport

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Home2 Suites

Home2 Suites near the Nashville airport
Home2 Suites near the Nashville Airport

OK, I gotta say it. Of all the Nashville Airport hotels in this area, this looks like one of the new “skinny” houses they are building in other parts of Nashville. OK .. now that I have that out of my system.

Most of the Home2 Suites include a full kitchen and some even have a sofa bed as well. What sets this place apart from the other Nashville Airport hotels is that it has an outside BBQ area. Even though I really like that, Nashville has some awesome BBQ places that you really should try instead.

Wanna check out some of the BBQ places mentioned? Click here for that article.

Want to see what is there to do downtown on Lower Broadway? Click here for that article.

Address832 Royal ParkwayParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyYes
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming PoolYes Indoor
“Nice To Know” info about Home2 Suites

Book Your Room: Home2 Suites Nashville Airport

Super 8 Hotel

Super 8 Hotel near the Nashville airport
Super 8 Hotel near the Nashville airport

Located a short walk from one of my favorite restaurants Darfons, this Super 8 is for the budget-friendly crowd that is satisfied with the bare-bones style places to stay. It does have what you need such as baggage storage, a year-round pool, a fitness center, and even allowing for pets with a possible surcharge.

Address720 Royal ParkwayParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyYes
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleCallSwimming PoolYes Indoor
“Nice To Know” info about Super 8 Nashville Airport

Book Your Room: Super 8 by Wyndham Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn and Suites near the Nashville airport.

Ya know, it’s kinda hard to write catchy paragraphs about Nashville Airport hotels They are all pretty much in the same area within about a mile radius of each other. They all are relatively about the same age so there is no cool history to tell you about like the ones downtown. The good thing is, you have lots of great options that are super convenient to the airport.

Hampton Inn has a free airport shuttle, Express check-in and out, 24-hour front desk, and laundry.

See kinda like the rest of them. You’ll just have to research them using the links I’ve provided to find who gives the best deal for the amenities you want.

Address583 Donelson PikeParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyCall
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming PoolYes
“Nice To Know” info about Hampton Inn Nashville Airport

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Town Place Suites by Marriott

Town Place Suites by Marriott near Nashville airport
Town Place Suites by Marriott near Nashville airport

This one is a bit farther from the airport. Guest will have a full kitchen to enjoy if you want to save some money by cooking your own meals. There are several great restaurants that are really close if you want to try the local food options.

The outside picnic area has outdoor furniture and a BBQ area.

Address2700 Elm Hill PikeParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyYes
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleNoSwimming PoolYes
“Nice To Know” info about Town Place Suites

Book Your Room: TownePlace Suites

Country Inn & Suites

Country Inn and Suites near Nashville airport

Of the Nashville Airport hotels on this list, this is one of the closer ones to the airport. There is another hotel right across the street but I didn’t compare to see by how many feet closer one is than the other :-).

Country Inn and Suites has a very cool decor in its rooms with warm country paint colors. Most all hotels include cable TV but they throw in HBO so you can have some movie options as well.

Address590 Donelson PikeParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyNo Pets
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming Pool4
“Nice To Know” info about Country Inn and Suites

Book Your Room: Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

Element by Westin Hotel

Element by Westin near the Nashville airport
Element by Westin Hotel near the Nashville airport

This Element by Westin has an awesome outside patio area with swimming a pool, poolside seating and a lounge area complete with a BBQ grill.

Address2825 Elm Hill PikeParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyYes
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming PoolYes
“Nice To Know” info about Element by Westin

Book Your Room: Element by Westin Nashville Airport

Homewood Suites Inn

Homewood Suites near the Nashville airport
Homewood Suites Inn near Nashville airport

At Homewood Suites, each suite has a separate living room area with a sofa bed and a fully equipped kitchen. There is a 24-hour convenience store and laundry facilities on site.

Address2640 Elm Hill PikeParkingYes Free
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyYes
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming PoolYes
“Nice To Know” info about Homewood Suites

>> See more details and deals available at Homewood Suites Nashville Airport

I still got to get pictures of these 2 Nashville Airport hotels because I wasn’t over in the McGavock Pike area the day I was getting the pictures above. These aren’t as close to the airport as the ones above but they are still close and they both have airport shuttles to get you to and from the airport. These are a couple of the bit more upscale places to stay.

Well, the Gaylord Opryland Hotel isn’t too far from here and it has the ultimate upscale accommodations. Click here to learn more about the Gaylord Opryland Hotel.

Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport

Every room on the Sheraton Music City has a private balcony or patio depending on what floor you are on. Fitness center with a locker room, meeting rooms, laundry services, and a gift shop on-site to get your Nashville souvenirs.

There is an indoor and outdoor swimming pool for the family to enjoy. Can’t forget the airport shuttle to and from.

Address777 McGavock PikeParkingYes with daily surcharge
DistrictAirport / DonelsonPet FriendlyYes
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Airport ShuttleYesSwimming PoolInside and outside
“Nice To Know” info about Sheraton Music City

>> Click here to see pictures, get details, reviews, and current pricing.

Wingate by Wyndham

Located just 7 miles from downtown, the Wingate offers a kid-friendly buffet, private parking (with surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a convenience store on site.

Address118 8th Ave SParkingYes, Valet available, Daily Surcharge
DistrictSoBroPet FriendlyNo Pets
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Walk Distanceabout a 12-minute walkStars4
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>> Click here to see pictures, get details, reviews, and current pricing.

This isn’t all of the Nashville Airport hotels available in this area. There are lots more! so, I’ll include this deal finder app where you can search that area for the deal that suits you best.

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The Gulch Nashville Hotels – The 4 Most Popular

Written by Chuck G. in Lodging

The Gulch Nashville Hotels are some of the best. Located between Downtown and Music Row, they are within walking distance of Lower Broadway.

The Gulch Nashville Hotels are part of a LEED-certified community with some of the best hotels in Nashville. This area has very nice boutique hotels with rooftop bars. The shopping and bars are very unique to The Gulch all while being very close and walkable to the fun of Lower Broadway.

Let’s review some of the top-rated hotels to find a good fit for you.

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How Far is the Gulch from Downtown Nashville?

It is not a very far walk at all! Taking the easiest route, simply walk up 11th street until you get to Broadway. Turn right and walk until you see all the action! It is about a 10-minute walk depending on how fast you walk, how much you sightsee along the way, or how much you have pre-gamed before you took off.

Oh, just so you know, heading to Lower Broadway is a partial uphill walk. Not like San Francisco uphill, but uphill nonetheless. So ladies you may wanna wear something comfortable and cute. I’ve seen many ladies carrying their high heels around wishing they had worn something more comfortable.

Curious about what to do on Lower Broadway? Click here to learn more.

Thompson Nashville

Thompson Hotel in The Gulch Nashville

The Gulch Nashville Hotels are most of the higher-end variety, the Thompson is no exception. This luxury boutique hotel has lots of great amenities such as a fitness room in-house bar/lounge, blackout curtains, minibar, and patio. But get this .. they even offer babysitting if you elect for this option. Personally, I just couldn’t leave my kids with strangers.

They are also pet friendly, have cable TV, no-smoking rooms, free internet, and a nice patio. You can’t forget that awesome view of Nashville.

Address401 11th Ave S.ParkingYes, Valet available, Daily Surcharge
DistrictThe GulchPet FriendlyYes, no additional charge
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Walk Distanceabout a 14-minute walkStars4
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W Nashville

The W is located in the heart of The Gulch. There are 346 hotel rooms, 60 suites, and 2 very special suites. The rooftop bar and deck have luxury cabanas and a very nice pool. As a matter of fact, there is a whole upper deck that is all pool, lounge, and bar area.

W Hotel The Gulch Nashville Hotels
W Hotel Nashville in the Gulch
Address300 12th Ave SParkingYes, Valet available, Daily Surcharge
DistrictThe GulchPet FriendlyNo Pets
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Walk Distanceabout a 14-minute walkStars4
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Want to check out other lodging options? Click here to check out the other articles.

Fairfield Inn and Suites Nashville Downtown/The Gulch

The Gulch Nashville Fairfield Inn
Fairfield Inn Marriot in The Gulch Nashville

Fairfield Inn won the Trip Advisor Travelers Choice Hotel in 2021. Located between Music Row and downtown and has quick access to the major highways. You can enjoy a hot breakfast to start your day and get a workout in to prepare for a day and night of partying at Lower Broadway. Or the workout can be for burning off the calories from all booze ya drank.

There is also a restaurant and meeting space on-site if you and a business colleague need to discuss business. If you happen to be driving an electric car, they have a charging station for that.

This is another one of the Gulch Nashville Hotels that has a great rooftop lounge to enjoy. Go check out “Up” for a spectacular view of Nashville. Enjoy the drinks, burgers, and light snacks while you chill out with your friends or make new ones.

Address901 Division StreetParkingYes, Valet available, Daily Surcharge
DistrictThe GulchPet FriendlyNo Pets
Smoke-Free PolicyYesInternet AccessFree Wi-Fi
Walk Distanceabout a 14-minute walkStars3
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Need an option for 10+ people? Click here to check out some VRBO options.

Check out Kasa Hotel in The Gulch by clicking here. I’ll add the info like above tomorrow. It is late and I wanna go to bed 🙂

Summary of The Gulch Nashville Area

The Gulch Nashville hotels are within an easily walkable distance of all the fun of Lower Broadway. Depending on what streets you use to get to Lower Broad there can be lots of great restaurants and small bars along the way. The Gulch is a great area to stay in because it is safe, clean, and has lots of stuff to do and places to eat if you want a break from the chaos of Lower Broad.

BBQ Restaurants in Nashville – The 7 most popular

Written by Chuck G. in Restaurants

Best BBQ Restaurants in Nashville … hmm .. Let’s be real here. This is one of those “It’s a personal taste thing”. I’ve eaten at several barbecue places in Nashville. Of the ones I’ve tried on this list, they were all good. My best friend Wayne has his favorite place, I have mine, and that’s fine.

Best BBQ Restaurants in Nashville has a Memphis-style BBQ influence with a couple of places having more Texas style. Nashville tends to have a smokier flavor to their meats. Each city has its own version of wet and dry pork ribs as well as pulled pork and sauces.

I’ve eaten barbeque in both Nashville and Memphis, and even other states such as Texas, Carolinas, New Orleans, and more. I have experience in tasting good BBQ!

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What Style BBQ is Nashville?

As mentioned above Nashville’s BBQ has a similar style as Memphis. West Tennessee style or also known as Memphis style bbq is slow-cooked in a “pit”. Of course, the “pit” is now replaced with modern-day smokers. The barbecue sauces are all pretty much tomato-based. Dry rubs are a mixture of herbs and spices then the meat is slow-smoked at a very low temperature. Typically any meats that utilize dry rubs don’t require any sauces.

Some Nashville BBQ Pork in the smoker
Nashville BBQ on the smoker

What are the Best BBQ Restaurants in Nashville?

I scoured through MANY FB groups, website articles, and Nashville forums to get what the people claim to be the best bbq restaurants in Nashville. However, I could have just given my personal opinion of MY favorite bbq places that I’ve eaten at .. but .. thats just MY opinion. Yours could be different.

I took note of the most mentioned places that were very much liked to write this article. Yes, I actually did research to give you the most informed information I possibly could. This is why there are only 7 BBQ restaurants mentioned in this article.

Peg Leg Porker

Dry Rub Ribs from Peg Lep Porker

Of all the research I did, Peg Leg Porker was the most mentioned and suggested. Carey Bringle is an award-winning Pitmaster who owns Peg Leg and Bringles Smoking Oasis. Peg Leg Porker was the first of the two he opened. It took off by storm!!

Not only has Peg Leg Porker been voted THE best bbq restaurant in Nashville, Southern Living Magazine picked Peg Leg Porker as the best in the state of Tennessee. This is indeed saying something huge because Memphis is known as the mecca of barbecue. If you were only in Nashville for one day and wanted to try “only in Nashville food”, I do highly recommend this place.

Although Carey brings the West Tennessee style bbq to Nashville, he adds his own twist that has won him several awards. On the menu are some of the best dry rub ribs you ever sank your teeth into. I know … I’ve eaten there several times. In addition, there is the bbq chicken, nachos, pulled pork, and much more. Peg Leg Porker even has its own straight Tennessee Bourbon whiskey for you to try.

Wanna know more? Go check out Peg Leg Porkers’ website by clickin here.

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Bringles Smoking Oasis

Here is the second great delicious place created by Carey Bringle. Bringles Smoking Oasis is gaining popularity very quickly!! The reason it made the second position isn’t that the same fella owns it. It was right up there with Peg Leg Porker in highly rated mentions in all the research I did.

At this bbq location, Carey serves up some West Texas-style beef ribs that practically fall off the bone. There are some good pork choices as well to choose from. Can’t forget the sides aaaannd … yum Smoked Bologna!!

Of the restaurants listed in this article, the first two were the most mentioned and praised bbq restaurants in Nashville.

Wanna know more? Go check out Bringles Smoking Oasis by clickin here.

Martins BBQ

Martins BBQ Downtown Location

There are multiple locations of Martins throughout Nashville. There are even locations in Kentucky Alabama and South Carolina. So where ever you go in Nashville there is sure to be a location close to you.

I’ve eaten at Martins at the downtown location and Mt. Juliet. Of the bbq restaurants in Nashville, the downtown location located on 4th Ave has an awesome beer garden in the back with lots of tables to accommodate a large party if needed. It’s got almost a forest vibe to the decor. It is really neat.

So there are lots of locations and cool scenery, but how’s the food? It is excellent! Everything is made in-house from scratch. I do suggest you get there as early s possible. Being that they do smoke the meats on-site, they only have so much per day. When they run out … well .. they are out.

Wanna know more? Go check out Martins BBQ by clickin here.

Shotgun Willies

As mentioned above, the bulk of Nashville’s BBQ is West Tennessee style. Shotgun Willies does bbq Texas-style right over an open fire. Offering you Black Angus brisket, prime local farmer corn fed pork, and Kiolbassa sausage hand crafted in San Antonio Texas.

Shotgun Willies started out as a food trailer running around Nashville. In 2017 Bill and his brisket won the “Best in Nashville” by the Nashville Scene media company. He started up his brick-and-mortar location in the Inglewood part of East Nashville in 2019.

Wanna know more? Go check out Shotgun Willies by clickin here.

Jacks BarB Que

Jacks Bar-B-Que has 3 bbq restaurants in Nashville. They are Charlotte Pike, and Trinity Lane, and the most popular location is right on Broadway.

Jacks serves pork, beef brisket, turkey, ribs, smoked sausage, and smoked chicken. I’ve eaten at the Charlotte Pike location and I gotta say it is pretty good. I know I said that the Broadway location is the most popular. If I’m running around the Lower Broadway / SoBro area, I’m not going after bbq. There are many other varieties of foods around that area that I really like.

Wanna know more? Go check out Jacks BarB Que by clickin here.

Rippys Honky Tonk

If you want dang good barbecue and more, a good time, dancing, and live music. Rippys is the place to be! Located right smack in the middle of Lower Broadway in the heart of all the action, this little honky tonk restaurant can feed yer belly while serving up a good time.

Of all the bbq restaurants on this list, this one has the most variety of foods to offer. They got salads, chicken fingers, sandwiches, wraps, and even a kids menu. Heck, they even got a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. As for the bbq offerings, there are half and full slab of ribs, smoked chicken, smoked pulled pork, grilled bbq chicken, and even bbq nachos.

Come on by Rippys and check it out. I might suggest you snack then dance a while, then have a good entree. If you pig out first you may be too stuffed to get your boogie on.

Wanna know more? Check out Rippys Hony Tonk by clickin here.

bbq restaraunts in Nashville
Pulled pork bbq in Nashville

Edlys Bar-B-Que

There are 5 locations total with 3 of them being in Nashville. I’ve eaten at the East Nashville and the 12 South Location several times. Depending on the vibe you are looking for will dictate which location you may like better.

Edley’s is known to the locals as being a sports bar that serves bbq. They have that loud cheering energy that comes with getting excited when your favorite team scores. The East Nashville location tends to be the louder crew and that’s mainly because that’s where many of the East Nashville locals hang out at. The 12 South location is a tad bit more laid back but has a larger outdoor patio to chill and eat.

At Edly’s there is a good selection of smoked meats to choose from. There are ribs, brisket, burnt ends, pork, chicken, and turkey. The fried catfish is really good as are their other fried selections. And of course, they have sides, salads, and desserts for about anyone’s tastes.

Wanna know more? Go check out Edley’s Bar-B-Que by clickin here.

There are many bbq restaurants in Nashville. These highlighted in this article are the most mentioned and suggested of them all according to the research I did in forums, Facebook groups, and websites. I wanted to give you informed and researched data, not just some one person’s opinion. Hope this helps!!

I’ll add more pics later. It is late and I got to work tomorrow 🙂 Welp .. it’s late again from working on another article. I realized I need more pics for this one. That means I gotta go eat some BBQ to get some pictures. Darn, being a blogger is hard work 🙂 Yea right!!!