10 Best Rooftop Bars in Nashville

The Hampton Social - Nashville is an American restaurant with seafood, beach-themed cocktails and stylish nautical surroundings. Its lively, multi-level setting includes a rooftop bar, while the menu suits diners looking for seafood, cocktails and an energetic atmosphere. Vegetarian diners may find the selection limited.

The Finch is an American restaurant in Nashville’s Gulch neighborhood with a spacious, polished interior and a broad menu. Dishes mentioned include blackened redfish, volcano rock shrimp, pappardelle Bolognese, Reuben, peri peri chicken, Cajun chicken pasta and pecan pie with ice cream. It suits groups and visitors seeking generous portions, attentive recommendations and a comfortable setting for a full meal.

Central Bar + Kitchen is an American restaurant and bar at the Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University. Its Nashville-style menu includes a hot chicken sandwich and Seven Layer Adobo Chicken Salad, while the drink program spans an indoor bar and outdoor patio with two fully stocked bars. It suits campus-area diners, hotel guests and people looking for daily breakfast, lunch, dinner or evening drinks.

Category 10 is a Nashville bar built around live music, dancing and multi-level entertainment. Its offering includes rooftop seating, cocktails, beer, food, live performances and line-dancing lessons, with a large dance floor and additional bars across four floors. It suits groups, tourists and dancers ranging from beginners to experienced participants.

The Twelve Thirty Club is an upscale Nashville venue combining modern regional American cuisine with a bar, live music and rooftop dining. Its polished dinner setting suits celebrations and visitors seeking a Broadway experience with steak, seafood, pasta, cocktails and attentive table service.

Redneck Riviera Bar & BBQ is a Broadway live music bar serving cocktails, beer and BBQ meals, with nightly live music and a rooftop bar. It suits visitors seeking a casual honky-tonk atmosphere, energetic bands and a multi-level night out. Military and first-responder themes are part of the venue’s identity, while reviews also describe crowd interaction, friendly staff and different bands on each floor.

The Lookout at Ole Red is a Nashville rooftop restaurant and bar above Lower Broadway, combining indoor-outdoor dining, cocktails, comfort food, live country music and panoramic downtown views. Its 6,000-square-foot rooftop supports private parties, corporate receptions and wedding receptions, while the venue’s stages focus on live country performers. The setting suits groups, nightlife visits and visitors seeking a concert-like bar experience.

Harriet's Rooftop is a Nashville lounge bar pairing skyline views with an upscale, earthy setting, cocktails, food and music. The venue is suited to date nights, anniversaries and social outings, with attentive service, outdoor tables and performances such as DJ sets and jazz nights. Its food menu includes items such as wagyu potstickers and beef baos.

COA Rooftop Bar offers a modern take on Mexican cuisine, with shareable dishes, handcrafted cocktails and skyline views above The Gulch. Its drink program centers on agave and tequila, including rotating seasonal Soft Serve Margaritas. The rooftop suits diners looking for Mexican-inspired food alongside cocktails, brunch or a sunset setting.

L.A. Jackson is a rooftop cocktail bar at the Thompson Nashville hotel, pairing craft cocktails and creative small plates with elevated city views. The bar suits visitors looking for an early-evening drink, a group outing or a special occasion, with nonalcoholic refreshers available alongside specialty cocktails. Its rooftop setting and lounge atmosphere are central to the experience.