150+ Pet-friendly Restaurant Patios in and around Nashville, TN
Nashville Tennessee is Pet Friendly
With more than 150 pet friendly restaurant, cafe and brewery patios, Nashville is gaining a reputation for being one of the most dog-friendly cities in the U.S. Heck, we even have the first pet-friendly airport in the US. If you’re visiting the Music City soon or happen to be one of the lucky ones who live here, you’ll be happy to know that there are plenty of pet-friendly patios and places to take your furry friend.
Pet-Friendly Neighborhoods
From Church Street, Midtown, Germantown, Hillsboro Village, 12 South and Belmont, there are so many friendly pet-friendly patios in Nashville. There’s something for everyone, including coffee shops, breweries, restaurants and bars. At Luv the Paw, we love to take our pups with us everywhere we go. So, where can you take your pup in the greater Nashville area?! We compiled a list of spots we've been to, or that we've been told about in and around downtown Nashville and some of the surrounding suburbs. So, get ready to have some fun with your furry friend!
Bringing your Pup to a Dog Friendly Patio? Here a simple rules to keep in mind:
Most places allow both small and large dogs, but require a few simple rules:
1. Dogs are required to be leashed no longer than 6 feet
2. Dogs need to be well-behaved or you may be asked to leave
3. Pets are not allowed on chairs, tables or other furnishings
2 Easy Ways to Find A Pet Friendly Patio
Check out our dog-friendly map below to see where you and your best friend can grab a pint, a glass of rose or a cup of joe and enjoy the sunshine.
Or, peruse through our list of pet-friendly patios below. A link is added to each restaurant/brewery name. Simply click the link to view the website or Facebook page to see the latest menu and to get directions. We included the neighborhood or suburb below each link so you can see the closest dog-friendly patios near you.
We are continuously adding to our list of dog friendly places. If you know of a dog friendly place not listed, please email us!
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12 South Taproom & Grill
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South
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16 Bits Bar + Arcade
Type: Gameroom & Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Gulch
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51 North Taproom
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Nations
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51st Deli
Type: Deli
Neighborhood/suburb: West Nashville
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312 Pizza
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/suburb: Germantown
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Alley Pub
Type: Restaurant/Sports Bar
Neighborhood/suburb: Bellevue
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Americano Lounge
Type: Coffee & Cocktails
Neighorhood/suburb: Wedgewood Houston
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Answer
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Sylvan Park
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Avo
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/suburb: Sylavan Heights
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Barcelona Wine Bar
Type: Wine Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Edgehill
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Bar Louie Nashville
Type: Gastropub
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Gulch
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Barista Parlor
Type: Coffee Shop
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Bartaco
Type: Restaurant/bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South
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Bearded Iris Brewing
Type: Brewery
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Belcourt Taps
Type: Restaurant/bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Hillsboro Village
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Bella Napoli Pizzeria
Type: Pizzeria
Neighborhood/Suburb: Edgehill
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Big Bad Breakfast
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Nations
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Big Machine Distillery & Tavern
Type: Restaurant/bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Berry Hill
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Biscuit Love
Type: Breakfast
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Gulch
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Black Abbey Brewing Company
Type: Brewery
Neighborhood/Suburb: Berry Hill
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Blackstone Brewing Company
Type: Brewery
Neighborhood/Suburb: Westside
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Bongo Java East
Type: Coffee Shop
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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BoomBozz Craft Pizza & Taphouse
Type: Pizzeria
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Boston Commons
Type: New England Seafood Pub
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Bottle Cap
Type: Neighborhood Pub
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South
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Bringles Smoking Oasis
Type: BBQ Joint
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Nations
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Brixx Woodfire Pizza & Craft Bar
Type: Pizzeria
Neighborhood/Suburb: Green Hills
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Brothers Burger Joint
Type: Restaurant/bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Berry Hill
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Burger Republic
Type: Restaurant/bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Mt Juliet
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Butchertown Hall
Type: Restaurant/bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Calabria Pizza
Type: Pizzeria
Neighborhood/Suburb: Mt. Juliet
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Chago's Cantina
Type: Restaurant/bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Belmont
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Coco's Italian Market
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Nations
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Condado Tacos
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: North Gulch
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Craft Brewed Nashville
Type: Bottle Shop/Tasting Room
Neighborhood/Suburb: Melrose
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Crazy Gnome Brewery
Type: Brewery
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Crows Nest
Type: Sports Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Green Hills
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Deep South Growlers
Type: Beer Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Lenox Village
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Diskin Cider
Type: Brewery
Neighborhood/Suburb: Wedgewood Houston
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Double Dogs
Type: Sports Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Hillsboro Village
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Double Dogs
Type: Sports Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Sylvan Heights
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Drifters Tennessee Barbeque
Type: BBQ Joint
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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East Nashville Beer Works
Type: Brewery
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Edley’s Bar-b-que
Type: BBQ
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South
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El Fuego
Type: Latin American Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Embers Ski Lodge
Type: Neighborhood bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South
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Epice
Type: Lebanese bistro
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South
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Fat Bottom Brewery Hopyard
Type: Brewery
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Nations
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Fat Kat Slim’s
Type: Diner/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Gulch
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Fido
Type: Coffee Shop/Cafe
Neighborhood/Suburb: Hillsboro Village
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First Watch
Type: Restaurant - Breakfast/Lunch/Brunch
Neighborhood/Suburb: Green Hills
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First Watch
Type: Restaurant - Breakfast/Lunch/Brunch
Neighborhood/Suburb: Hermitage, Brentwood, Franklin
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Five Daughters Bakery
Type: Bakery
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South
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Frothy Monkey
Type: Coffeehouse/Cafe
Neighborhood/Suburb: All locations with outdoor patios are pet-friendly
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Game Terminal
Type: Arcade & Bar - 21+
Neighborhood/Suburb: South Nashville
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Green Hills Grille
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Green Hills
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Greko Greek Street Food
Type: Greek Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Hard Rock Cafe
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Lower Broadway
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Harding House Brewing Company
Type: Nano brewery
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Nations
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Hathorne
Type: New American
Neighborhood: Sylvan Park
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Hattie B’s Hot Chicken
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Melrose - 8th Ave.
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Hawkers Nashville
Type: Asian Street Food & Craft Cocktails
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Hillwood Pub
Type: Neighborhood bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Hillwood
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Hops + Crafts
Type: Craft Beer Taproom & Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Gulch
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Hopdoddy
Type: Burger Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Hillsboro Village
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Hugh Baby's at Hunter's Station
Type: Fast food Burger/BBQ
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Hurry Back
Type: Bar/pub
Neighborhood/Suburb: Elliston Place
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Izzy’s Feel Good Food
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Franklin
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Jackalope Brewing Company
Type: Brewery
Neighborhood/Suburb: Chestnut Hill
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Jasper’s Nashville
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: West End
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JB's Pour House
Type: Neighborhood sports bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Hermitage
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Jack Brown's Burger Joint
Type: Burger joint with large craft beer selection
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown & Edgehill
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Jonathan's Grille
Type: Neighborhood bar/restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Jonathan's Grill
Type: Neighborhood bar/restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Mt. Juliet
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Kung Fu Saloon
Type: Bar with arcade, lawn games, board games
Neighborhood/Suburb: Midtown
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Liberty Commons
Type: Hip Brunch Restaurant & Café
Neighborhood/Suburb: Downtown
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Local Taco
Type: Tex/Mex restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Brentwood
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Lockeland Table
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Loser’s – Division Street
Type: Dive Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Midtown
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Love and Exile Bar
Type: Winery Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Lucky Rooster
Type: Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Old Hickory
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Mafiaoza's
Type: Pizzeria
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South
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Martin’s BBQ Joint
Type: BBQ
Neighborhood/Suburb: Downtown
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McCreary's Irish Pub
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Downtown Franklin
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McDougal's Chicken
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Hillsboro Village
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McDougal's Chicken
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South
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Mellow Mushroom
Type: Pizzeria
Neighborhood/Suburb: Downtown Franklin
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Meres Bulles
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb:Brentwood
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Midnight Oil
Type: Pizzeria
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Nations
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Mitchell's Deli
Type: Delicatessen
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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M.L. Rose West
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Sylvan Park
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Monday Night Preservation Company
Type: Brewery
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Mother’s Ruin
Type: Cocktail Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Nations Bar & Grill
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Nations
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Nectar Urban Cantina
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Donelson
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Neighbors
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Sylvan Park, Germantown & Franklin locations
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Never Never
Type: Bar 21+
Neighborhood/Suburb: We-Ho
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New Heights Brewing Company
Type: Brewery
Neighborhood/Suburb: Soho
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Nicky's Coal Fired
Type: Pizzeria/Italian
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Nations
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Noble's Kitchen & Beer Hall
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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NY Pie
Type: Pizzeria
Neighborhood/Suburb: Nashville West
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Ole Smoky Distillery
Type: Distillery & Brewery (with Yee Haw)
Neighborhood/Suburb: Downtown
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Otto’s Bar
Type: Bar & Taco Shop
Neighborhood/Suburb: West Nashville
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Painturo's
Type: Pizzeria
Neighborhood/Suburb: Mt. Juliet
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Pancho & Lefty's
Type: Tex-Mex
Neighborhood/Suburb: Sylvan Park
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Peg Leg Porker
Type: BBQ Joint
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Gulch
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Pins Mechanical
Type: Bar - duckpin, foosball, pinball etc. Over 21+ after 8 pm
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Gulch
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Pizza Perfect
Type: Pizzeria
Neighborhood/Suburb: Hillsboro Village
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Portland Brew
Type: Coffee Shop
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South and East Nashville
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Plantation Pub
Type: Bar/pub
Neighborhood/Suburb: Bellevue
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Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Downtown Nashville
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Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Downtown Franklin
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Rare Bird at The Noelle
Type: Rooftop Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Downtown Nashville
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Red Bicycle Coffee and Crepes
Type: Coffee Shop
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Nations
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Redheaded Stranger
Type: Taco Joint
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Roadside Bar & Grill
Type: Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Old Hickory
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Rosemary & Beauty Queen
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Saint Stephen
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Sam's Sports Bar at Blue Turtle Bay
Type: Sports Bar on Old Hickory Lake
Neighborhood/Suburb: Old Hickory
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Scout's Pub
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Franklin
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SandBar
Type: Seasonal Bar/Outdoor Volleyball
Neighborhood/Suburb: West End
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Sedona Taphouse
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Shake Shack
Type: Fast Food
Neighborhood/Suburb:Green Hills
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Smith & Lentz Brewing
Type: Brewery/Pizza
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Sonny’s Patio Pub & Refuge
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Sopapillas
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Franklin
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Sunda Nashville
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Gulch
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Sunflower Cafe
Type: Vegan Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Berry Hill
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Tacos Aurora at Hunter's Station
Type: Taco Shop
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Tailgate Brewery
Type: Brewery/Pizza
Neighborhood/Suburb: West Nashville
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Tailgate Brewery Germantown
Type: Brewery/Pizza
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Tailgate Brewery Music Row
Type: Brewery/Pizza
Neighborhood/Suburb: Music Row
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Taziki's
Type: Greek Fast Casual
Neighborhood/Suburb: Downtown Franklin
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Tennessee Brew Works
Type: Brewery/Tap Room
Neighborhood/Suburb: Sobro
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Tennfold Brewing
Type: Brewery/Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Donelson
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The Corner Pub
Type: Pub/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Franklin
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The Farm Burger
Type: Grass-fed Burger Joint
Neighborhood/Suburb: Sylvan Heights
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The Filling Station
Type: Beer Garden
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South
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The Grilled Cheeserie at Hunter's Station
Type: Fast Casual
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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The Nations Bar & Grill
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: The Nations
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The Other Place Sports Bar
Type: Sports Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Lenox Village
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The Picnic Tap at Hunter's Station
Type: Craft Beer Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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The Row Kitchen & Pub
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Midtown
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The Slider House
Type: Burger & Beer Joint
Neighborhood/Suburb: Midtown
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The Southern
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Downtown Nashville
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The Stage on Broadway
Type: Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Downtown/Lower Broadway
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Tin Roof
Type: Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Music Row
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Tin Roof 2
Type: Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Cool Springs
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Tomacco Tacos & Tequila
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Tony's Eat & Drink
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Franklin
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True Food Kitchen
Type: Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Green Hills
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Two Ten Jack
Type: Japanese-inspired neighborhood pub
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Ugly Mugs Coffee & Tea
Type: Coffee Shop
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Up-Down Nashville
Type: Arcade Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Urban Cookhouse
Type: Fast Casual
Neighborhood/Suburb: Midtown
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Urban Grub
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: 12 South
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Village Pub & Beer Garden
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Vintage Vine 100
Type: Wine Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Franklin
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Vinyl Tap
Type: Neighborhood Bar & Record Store
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Von Elrod's Beer Hall & Kitchen
Type: Restaurant/Bar
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Vui's Kitchen
Type: Vietnamese Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: Berry Hill
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Vui's Kitchen at Hunter's Station
Type: Vietnamese Restaurant
Neighborhood/Suburb: East Nashville
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Waldo’s Chicken & Beer
Type: Fast Casual
Neighborhood/Suburb: Germantown
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Yazoo Brewing Company
Type: Brewery/Taproom
Neighborhood/Suburb: Madison
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Yee-Haw Brewing Company
Type: Taproom
Neighborhood/Suburb: 6th and Peabody