Things To Do
Mickey's Tavern
Where it all started. Chris asked Siobhan to meet him at Mickey's for their first date and the rest is really history. What now might be considered one of the last authentic dive bars in East Nashville Mickey's is an institution. No DJ, no bands, no karaoke, just an award winning jukebox, pool, foosball, darts, and a bona fide smoking section.
Tiger Bar
A 1930s sideshow-inspired gin joint, Tiger Bar specializes in martinis and classic cocktails from the era of the vintage circus. It’s a favorite of Chris and Siobhan's for a fancy night out. Pro tip: if you stay until midnight, you’ll get to enjoy a neighborhood champagne toast on the house. Notes: If traveling in a large group we recommend making a reservation.
East Nashville Beer Works
Located in East Nashville. Chris and Siobhan's favorite brewery in the neighborhood with an awesome back patio and delicious pizza. A few blocks from Siobhan's first Nashville home, where she first met all her best friends!
Sky Blue Cafe
Located in East Nashville. Small cafe with the best breakfast food in the neighborhood.
Mother's Ruin
Located in Germantown near downtown. A favorite brunch spot of Chris and Siobhan. Fun atmosphere with an awesome upstairs and patio plus delicious food and cocktails all day long.
The Lipstick Lounge
A bar for humans! Chris and Siobhan adore this East Nashville institution. Enjoy some of the best bar food and drinks this spot also has a killer brunch. Its our favorite spot to karaoke :)
The Wash
Located in East Nashville. Excellent for a casual lunch or dinner. The Wash is an old East Nashville car wash turned into a laid-back outdoor food court, where each bay is its own local kitchen and the whole place feels like the neighborhood’s backyard. Featuring Peruvian, Cuban, Thai, super quesadillas, Vietnamese, and pho
Dino's Bar & Grill
Another East Nashville institution and home to the best burger in town Dino's.
Duke's
Located in the heart of East Nashville's Five Points Neighborhood Duke's is a staple for local Nashvillians. They have a fire deli in the back where you can order late night sammie, drinks are cheaper than you would expect and the music they pump out round the clock is as good as you’d expect.
Babo Korean Bar
Chris and Siobhan’s go-to date spot, Babo is a low-key neighborhood bar tucked away in East Nashville. Expect excellent Korean-inspired food and drinks, a vibey atmosphere, and a post-punk playlist to match the small but stellar menu
Peg Leg Porker
Located downtown. Chris and Siobhan's favorite BBQ in Nashville - and they have their own bourbon!
5th & Taylor
Located in Germantown town near downtown. Southern upscale dining great for a date night or larger groups. Menu curated by Chris's good friend and former co-worker, Executive Chef Caroline Guffy.
Grimey's New & Preloved Music
Located in East Nashville. Chris and Siobhan's favorite record store in town. After record shopping head behind Grimey's to Anaconda Vintage for their favorite vintage store.
Anaconda Vintage
Located in East Nashville behind Grimey's Records. Chris and Siobhan's favorite vintage store in East Nashville with a good variety of quality and affordable pieces.
Forevermore Coffee
Located in East Nashville down the street from the wedding venue. Coffee shop with a variety of seasonal and specialty coffees.
Bongo Java East
Located in Five Points in East Nashville. The OG East Nashville coffee shop in the heart of Five Points.
The 5 Spot
Located in 5 Points in East Nashville. Live music venue and dive bar featuring a wide variety of local bands every night of the week. The 5 Spot has been Chris's home base for his various music projects over the years. Excellent staff and always a great hang.
Rudy's Jazz Room
Located downtown. Rudy's is live jazz venue with a delicious Cajun-inspired menu. Excellent atmosphere and music. You can often find Chris's friend and old bandmate Jimmy Sullivan playing upright bass with the house band.
Robert's Western World
Located downtown on Broadway. If there's one bar you have to see on Broadway, it's Roberts, featuring traditional country music and some of the best musicians on Broadway, a dance floor that's always packed, and the world famous "Recession Special" - a fried bologna sandwich, bag of chips, moon pie, and a Pabst Blue Ribbon beer for $6. Chris and Siobhan's favorite spot on Broadway, maybe even all of Nashville.
Fleet Street Pub
Located downtown in Printer's Alley off Broadway. Ah, Printer's Alley. If you find yourself downtown on Broadway, do yourself a favor and head over to Printer's Alley. Fleet Street is a no-frills British style pub. No live music. No DJs. Just an awesome jukebox and some of the best bar food downtown. A great place to take a break from the madness and regroup.
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Located downtown. If we had to pick one touristy thing to do during the day it would be the Country Music HoF, even if you don't like country music. They have a ton of cool stuff in there, so be sure to set aside at least a few hours, preferably the whole afternoon.
National Museum of African American Music
Located downtown on Broadway. Another favorite touristy thing of Chris and Siobhan. Great alternative to the Country Music Hall of Fame if you don't have as much time. This tour is a little shorter.