Rooftop Bars in Nashville (2025)

A downtown favorite where you can sip inside a restored 1956 Scenicruiser or around fire pits above Printer’s Alley. Regularly highlighted by Eater Nashville and kept lively with seasonal pop-ups like Camp Bobby and summer pickleball.

A locally owned, music-centric stalwart with a wraparound roof deck overlooking the Cumberland and Lower Broad. Frequently recommended by The Infatuation and Eater Nashville; the house calendar keeps the rooftop active with shows and community events.

The 2025 rebrand of Zeppelin brings a more Southern-forward cocktail list and a relaxed indoor-outdoor roof scene between Germantown and downtown. Noted by Visit Music City and rooftop-focused editors for skyline views and weekly local music.

East Nashville’s house-turned-bar rebuilt after a 2024 fire and brought back its swing-equipped rooftop patio. Celebrated by Eater Nashville and covered by Nashville media for its community support, seasonal cocktails, and mellow neighborhood energy.

A long-running local from M Street with sushi, sake, and a covered rooftop lounge peering toward Union Station. Regularly praised by Nashville Guru and StyleBlueprint; Maki Sake Monday remains a beloved locals’ ritual.

Hillsboro Village’s steakhouse rooftop serves craft cocktails, bourbon, and live music with fire pits and twinkle lights. Featured by Eater Nashville and noted by StyleBlueprint for its heated, partially covered setup.

Perched atop the locally driven Noelle, Rare Bird pairs river-and-skyline views with seasonal cocktails and Sunday yacht-rock sets. Frequently included in Eater Nashville roundups; the hotel’s creative events keep this rooftop feeling distinctly Nashville.

The Fairlane’s penthouse terrace hosts creative rooftop pop-ups and holiday parties with mid-century flair. Its ticketed rooftop events, covered by local listings, offer intimate skyline viewing without the Lower Broad bustle.