Every Country Singer Who Has A Bar On Broadway In Nashville
From Dierks Bentley to Blake Shelton, here’s a rundown of every country artist who has a bar on Broadway.
Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan performing live
Nashville is the Country Music Capital of the World, and in recent years, several of country music’s hottest stars have put their stamp on the town by opening their own bars and restaurants in Music City. Now, it’s impossible to walk along Lower Broadway without catching a glimpse of mega multi-level structures owned by the likes of Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, or Luke Bryan.
Here’s a rundown of every country artist who has a bar on Broadway in Nashville, Tennessee.
Alan Jackson – AJ’s Good Time Bar
Located at 421 Broadway
“Pop A Top” again? Yes, we’ll have another round… That is if we’re hanging out at AJ’s Good Time Bar. You can’t mistake this establishment for that of any other country artist as a neon silhouette of Jackson hangs right in front of the building. That wasn’t always the case though, as this building was once home to a Civil War hospital. These days, folks can step inside the four-level space and be greeted by real country music, plenty of sports memorabilia, a Hullbilly boat-themed bar, and a rooftop bar.
Blake Shelton – Ole Red
Located at 300 Broadway
Operated by Ryman Hospitality Properties, Ole Red Nashville celebrated its grand opening back in the summer of 2018. Featuring its iconic sad-dog logo, this 26,000-square-foot restaurant and entertainment venue is quite a crowd-pleaser. It features a two-story bar, a spacious dance floor, and private VIP booths. Ole Red is the setting of Shelton’s Barmageddon show and a staple on Broadway.
Dierks Bentley – Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row
Located at 400 Broadway
Bentley’s entertainment complex is housed in what used to be known as Gruhn Guitars. This three-story Music City bar is known to have the highest rooftop patio. Described as an American gastropub, Whiskey Row, which opened up in early 2018, features a variety of beer selections, two cocktails on tap and plenty of whiskey to go around. If you pop in for a visit, don’t leave without checking out the rooftop.
Eric Church – Chief’s
Located at 200 Broadway
Country superstar Eric Church is set to open Chief’s sometime in 2024. The six-story establishment is envisioned as a welcoming hub for everyone, featuring a ticketed music venue, various live entertainment spaces, a live broadcasting studio, and an array of distinctive decor, including over 3,000 concert posters spanning Church’s illustrious career.
Florida Georgia Line – FGL House
Located at 120 3rd Avenue S
While Florida Georgia Line is no longer, FGL House is still in operation in downtown Nashville. Though not precisely located on Broadway, this four-story establishment, which opened on June 5, 2017, provides an extensive array of beverage choices and culinary delights infused with Southern charm and California influence, just a short stroll away. Fans can walk on down to the “Little Red Corvette” basement lounge and enjoy a flatbread or one of Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard’s favorite salads, or grab an FGL Old Camp Whiskey-infused cocktail before making their way up to the “Cruise” rooftop.
Garth Brooks – Friends In Low Places Bar & Honky Tonk
Located at 411 Broadway
Garth Brooks welcomed fans to his Friends In Low Places Bar & Honky Tonk with an exclusive concert in November of 2023. Named after his 1990 hit, “Friends In Low Places,” the establishment includes a bar and retail store, whcih sells officially licensed merch from Brooks and his wife, Trisha Yearwood. “We’re gonna serve everybody,” said during a CBS segment highlight the bar. “I’m with love. Come on this ship or not, but love is big enough for all of us.”
Hank Williams Jr. – Hank Williams Jr.’s Boogie Bar
Located at 419 Broadway
Country Music icon Hank Williams Jr. left his mark on Lower Broadway with the opening of Hank Williams Jr.’s Boogie Bar. The 11,895 square foot establishment is named in honor of the Country Music Hall of Famer’s chart-topping hit, “Born to Boogie.” Inside, you will find a VIP deck and tons of Hank Jr. memorabilia.
Jason Aldean – Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar
Located at 307 Broadway
Talk about taking “Tattoos on This Town” to a whole new level. Jason Aldean planted his Kitchen + Rooftop Bar right next door to Luke Bryan’s watering hole. The structure features four floors and amazing décor like a 1961 4020 John Deere tractor, which serves as a tribute to Jason’s hit-song, “Big Green Tractor.” While taking in the scenery, visitors can try homestyle menu items like Jason’s mother’s own Homemade Peach Cobbler. The country crooner teamed up with Chef Tomasz Wosiak to recreate the scrumptious recipe, along with other items on the menu before opening the one-of-a-kind hotspot in June 2018. Thanks to Lil Durk and Morgan Wallen’s hit “Broadway Girls,” Aldean’s has become one of the hottest spots to visit on Broadway.
John Rich – Redneck Riviera Bar & BBQ
Located at 208 Broadway
John Rich, one-half of the country music duo Big & Rich, is no stranger to expanding his brand and starting new business ventures (he also has his own brand of Whiskey). Redneck Riviera pays homage to America and its military members and first responders. Inside, you’ll find a red, white and blue color scheme and a ‘Heroes Bar’ that recognizes Veteran patrons. Be sure to stay for the house-made beef jerky and barbecue.
Kid Rock – Kid Rock’s Big Ass Honky Tonk Rock N’ Roll Steakhouse
Located at 217 Broadway
Country rocker Kid Rock opened Kid Rock’s Big Ass Honky Tonk Rock N’ Roll Steakhouse on Broadway in 2018. The honky tonk features five floors with four stages and six bars.
Luke Bryan – Luke’s 32 BRIDGE Food + Drink
Located at 301 Broadway
If you want to crash a real party, drop in on Luke’s 32 Bridge Food + Drink. The humongous 30,000 square-foot space, in partnership with TC Restaurant Group, goes up not one, but six levels. Guests can quench their thirst inside at eight different bars. They can also catch all the music they want, as the facility boasts four stages. Don’t forget to check out the sushi bar on the roof. It’s a must!
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Luke Combs – TBD
Located at 120 2nd Avenue N
Nashville’s iconic Wildhorse Saloon closed its doors on the evening of December 31, 2023, making way for the opening of Luke Combs’ 69,000-square-foot bar and entertainment venue. The yet-to-be-named establishment will offer something for everything and will be modeled after his breakout 8x platinum hit, “Hurricane.” When it opens its doors, fans can anticipate to find multiple bars, such as a top-tier bourbon bar, a beer bar offering high-quality local ales, and an unmissable sports bar located on the third level. An opening date has yet to be announced.
Miranda Lambert – Miranda Lambert’s Casa Rosa
Located at 308 Broadway
Miranda Lambert made history when she became the first female entertainer to open a bar on Broadway. Miranda Lambert’s Casa Rosa brings a taste of Texas to Tennessee with a variety of Tex Mex dishes on the menu. The multi-level establishment including a rooftop with a view of Nashville’s skyline and various items of Miranda Lambert memorbilia throughout.
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Melinda Lorge
Melinda Lorge is a Nashville-based freelance writer who specializes in covering country music. Along with Country Now, her work has appeared in publications, including Rare Country, Rolling Stone Country, Nashville Lifestyles Magazine, Wide Open Country and more. After joining Rare Country in early 2016, Lorge was presented with the opportunity to lead coverage on late-night television programs, including “The Voice” and “American Idol,” which helped her to sharpen her writing skills even more. Lorge earned her degree at Middle Tennessee State University, following the completion of five internships within the country music industry. She has an undeniable love for music and entertainment. When she isn’t living and breathing country music, she can be found enjoying time outdoors with family and friends.