Rare Bird

This rooftop bar has a partially enclosed bar area and when the weather is nice, the outdoor seating area is a great place to relax for a bit. They have comfortable seating and great views of the river area, Nissan stadium and the tall buildings in downtown Nashville. The drinks are a bit pricy at ~$16 for cocktails but it's not unreasonable for the area. They also off beer, wine, other drinks and small menu items. All the cocktails we had were good but I thought the Madison Peach was a particularly nice mix. I would definitely recommend it as a nice escape from the crowds in other bars and loud music that is so common downtown nowadays.

Truffle fries!!! Omg the best fries , beautiful view of the river, nice furniture and vibe. Definitely a hidden gem downtown I’ve been going to for years now. Cocktails are great and attentive bartenders. Great spot! Plus the lobby bar downstairs is nice too

Great atmosphere and yummy cocktails! The rooftop and views were so nice and it was just so chill. Really great place for a drink!

Fantastic ambiance and quick service. Ask for Kensington and receive charming service with a smile - great recommendations from the menu (get the wings and the cauliflower!) and prompt cocktail refills! It’s 78 degrees and breezy on the roof in August - winning the weather lottery!

Great rooftop bar at Noelle. Ample room, comfy chairs and couches, nice cocktail menu. Also has large area around bar that is fully shaded.

Rooftop view of 2 sides, 2 small wood burning fireplaces. Removable enclosure in bar area for weather. Cocktails $12-$20, depending on additives such as simple syrup and garnishes ect., not counting liquor and sales tax, ie, My Four Roses old fashioned $18.68 tax included.

Very disappointed by the drinks here. I ordered a dirty martini and my wife ordered a Manhattan. Both were bad, especially considering they were $16+. We couldn't even drink half of them. The view is cool, but not worth it if you are looking for a quality cocktail. Also the bartender had a terribly sour attitude.

Fantastic rooftop spot with deliciously crafted cocktails and wines. Make sure to get the most recent menu from the bar as the online menu wasn't current when we went. There are cute seating areas along the rooftop permiter and a fireplace area too.

We came for "Elevated Hours" which is Tuesday from 5pm to 7pm. Instead of their usual menu, they have "bartender is the expert" menu. You choose the spirit type, the flavor profile, and what glass you want it in. And then the bartender makes something to your preferences. The bartenders REALLY make the experience here, and if you're someone who likes new flavors, you'll love this weekly event. They can't do this system for mocktails. They'll ask you to choose a regular-menu mocktail if you're not boozing. Lots and lots of seating up here, but most of it is group-style couch seating. Nothing really made for just two people, but you'll have space for groups of 4 to 8. The bar itself (and its seating) is covered from the sun, but all group and non-bar seating is out under the sun. During this 5pm to 7pm period in June, however, the gigantic skyscraper a few blocks away blocked the sun itself, so so it was less hot than it could have been. There's a tall glass barrier/fence along the perimeter of the bar, so you don't get a ton of breeze up here. This probably makes the bar more tolerable in chillier months, but it actually pretty hot in the middle of summer. They have full, clean restrooms right next to the bartop. You don't have to go to another floor or head back into the hotel itself. Bartenders were VERY knowledgeable and speedy. When I saw they had Pimms No. 1, I asked our server, Brian, if he could make a drink focused on Pimms, and he did fantastically. I think the Elevated Hours are probably a time when the bartenders get to use some of their creativity. All of the drinks I ordered were on-the-mark with the requests I made. They also provide finger snack foods during their Elevated Hours. They were absolutely delicious, and it makes me want to try the other restaurants located in the Noelle.

Came here with my girlfriends for the first time. I have been wanting to try this place for a while now. I loved that theyhad fur coats available so that you can enjoy the rooftop and still stay warm. We ordered our drinks and food at the bar. Hung out there for a bit before migrating outside. The outside setup is very cute, there's 2 wood burning fire places plus multiple heaters. We were able to stay nice and warm. We came on a Wednesday night and wasn't super busy...the bartender was very attentive and the staff made sure they kept adding wood to the fireplace for us to enjoy. The service was great. We shared the chicken and caviar and fries. It was most of our first time having caviar and it wasn't bad. I would order it again. Since we ordered caviar we were able to go to the hidden bar downstairs and skip the line. I will definitely be back.

This place is a true gem and a great hidden spot. My dentist in Arvada recommend it ( like WTH...but she knows) The true secret of Nashville are the very chill rooftop bars with their cool quiet vibe and spectacular views. Now Rare bird doesn't have great service...like we would have never gotten a cocktail if we hadn't barreled up to the bar...but in a way it is great that you can just hang and not have to have a drink pushed down you ever 10 minutes. Cocktails are great...very well made. You can actually relax and have a quiet conversation here. Perfect for pre drinks before a show at the Ryman Now the secrets out...good luck Y'all.

We didn't get to try the food but the lady next to me had wings that looked delicious and she said they were very good and highly recommended it. The view that comes with this place is GORGEOUS!! the scenery is 10/10! Makes you appreciate downtown Nashville soo much more! The cleansiness of the area is sub par. They don't pick up quickly at all and one of the people in my group notified them of the glass that broke from the wind after guest had left and he didn't even clean it up properly!! Now to the most important part of the review, the server. Service here is not the best at all. I'm here with a group of women and the way they treated them was not good! Also the way they made some of our drinks compared to other patrons were made was VERY INCONSISTENT!! Imagine ordering the same drink as another person in your group and they taste entirely different. The bar tenders arent the kindest and most welcoming. They also take FOREVER!!! Only reason they have 2 stars is cause the view and my drink was made correctly. If it wasn't for this view 1 star!!

Rare bird is the rooftop bar at the top of the Noelle hotel. They have a huge bar and plenty of seating around with a fantastic view. Also excited to go back when it's a little cooler and see the 2 fireplaces they have in action. The drinks were very good and the bartenders were great! Food was amazing! The Nashville hot cauliflower wasn't actually hot, but it was very good with lots of butter. The Noelle Angus Burger was delicious and was paired with amazing fries! Go for the great view and a good time!

Great spot for drinks before going downtown! Awesome view and bartenders are super nice

Rare Bird was a backup plan since the original bar we were trying to go to was packed! We were told it was decorated like a "winter wonderland" but was disappointed when we got up there and there wasn't much winter or wonderland. That's not the reason for the 3 stars though. The bar area is covered and with heaters, so it was perfect since it was a very cold (30's) night. There are also two fire places outside and blankets on the lounge chairs to enjoy the evening. Our original plan was to sit by the fireplace with blankets, but all the chairs and blankets were wet. So, we sat at the bar by the heater. The cocktails and beers were priced about average to any other city and/or nice hotel. They also offer food, but we didn't eat there. There were 3 bartenders that night, so we were served pretty quickly. The bartender that took our order looked as though she had injured one of her fingers because it was wrapped and she was holding the wrapping with her other finger. It was clear she either was hurt or it wasn't wrapped properly because when she started making our cocktails she really only used one hand. It was obvious that she was struggling. Once she was done, the cocktails we had were definitely boozey but the flavors were not there. The second half of our party ordered the same drinks but from a different bartender. When their drinks were done, it was obvious they were not made with the same process. When trying their drinks, they were balanced and flavorful. While I don't mind getting more alcohol for the price, I still want the drink to taste as it is intended. I understand that accidents happen (you get a cut, burn, etc.) but don't try to struggle through it and present mediocre product instead of going to get it properly taken care of. After our bartender served our drinks, she went back and took care of her finger. I know in a service based job where majority of your wage is from tips, it's tough to stop, but the bar was not that busy.

I recently came for a wedding to the Noelle hotel and I wanted to come back and show my colleague how much fun the rooftop was and the bartender was vaguely acknowledging us, not listening, did not provide any recommendations. I was highly disappointment is the lack hospitality that I redirected. Please improve your staffs performance. I won't be back. And I'm a local in walking distance.

Went when it was supposed to be "snow bird" but it didn't feel wintry at all. Enclosed bar, no outside fires turned on (on a Saturday evening), not very festive. (Very easy to find another holiday bar that is nearby) Price of drinks & apps were high but expected for hotel rooftop. Had truffle fries, tasty but not necessarily recommending them unless you really need a snack. Sat at the bar, easy quick service.

Here on a Sunday. Ordered the Early Bird and the Snow bird cocktails. Both amazing! We also had the truffle fries. Delicious!! Bartender made the drinks on point. The view faces the Titan Stadium and the Batman building. Some people expect more from the view. I thought it was perfect. It's a bit more cozy and not loud which we loved. Will definitely be coming back.

Very disappointed by the drinks here. I ordered a dirty martini and my wife ordered a Manhattan. Both were bad, especially considering they were $16+. The view is cool, but not worth it if you are looking for a quality cocktail. Also the bartender had a terribly sour attitude.

The Rare Bird is a bar on the top of the Noelle hotel. It has a great view of Nissan Stadium and there are plenty of cozy spots around the fireplaces. I found it to be a little underwhelming compared to photos I've seen of the bar. However, my drinks were delicious and the staff was friendly. I'll definitely be back.

Will never come here again. They are charging 2.5% fee for using a credit card. Seriously?! It's an expensive cocktail bar and they are charging for that. They also added a 2.25% fee for the kitchen staff, why do I have to pay for that. Liquor tax and these fees equate to 30% of your bill, plus 20% tip that is legit HALF of your bill. Ridiculous.

This is one of my go to rooftop bars. The drink menu changes seasonally. For me, it's an oasis from the Broadway bar vibe. Great for a date night with awesome views of downtown. I'm glad they've added more food options to the menu. On my most recent visit, they had a DJ on a Sunday afternoon. The hours can be a bit hit or miss especially after reopening since the pandemic, so I'd recommend double checking in advance before heading here.

So, it's a rooftop bar on an expensive downtown hotel. I'm going to say the drinks were expensive? yes, but expected I guess. Beer was $8 and wine was $14 The view (which is what you pay for) was good. River down below. Otherwise, can't see much of the street "scene" on Broadway. Service was good. there were some fireplaces that some lucky folks had commandeered, but rest of seating around was decent. Sports TV's going, so you won't miss football.

Keroles is the veritable bomb-diggity. He and I created a new craft cocktail called the Ciiro, that's a delicous combination of bourbon, Benedictine, and Campari. I have named it after his hometown. Come here for matchless views of Nashville, the Cumberland River, and the crankin downtown scene. Stop in, grab a custom cocktail from Keroles, checkout the killer view, grab some tasty grub, and have a great time with your best friends. @isthatkeroles

Really cool rooftop bar on the top of a hotel. The bar was a little hard to locate since it is on the rooftop. You'll need to look for the Noelle hotel. Walk into the front doors of the hotel, and there will be signs leading you to an elevator that will take you up to the rooftop. (You could also take the stairs too, but I think it's 11 floors.) There's a nice wrap around bar with TVs at the rooftop bar. The edges of the rooftop are all lined with glass panels, so you can still get a great view of Nashville. There is plenty of bar seating and little areas for groups. Do take in mind though, these group areas only seat a maximum of 6 people. We did squeeze in a 7th though. Here's what I ordered: - Wild & Lovely Mule - I love Moscow mules, so anything with the word "mule" in it usually gets my attention. This drink was made with vodka, ginger, hibiscus, vanilla bean, and lime. It was a pretty light/bright drink. I probably wouldn't get it again and would go with my typical Moscow mule. - The L+L Burger - There is so much going for this burger. Bacon jam. Caramelized onions. Smoked American cheese. A tasty burger though I felt like it was on the salty side. Pretty cool rooftop bar. Check it out if you are looking for a great view of the city!

Rare Bird is the rooftop bar of the Noelle which is quickly becoming one of my favorite hangs downtown. They have a relaxed vibe with couches, oversized chairs, a fireplace, and a large bar with seating there as well. It can get packed on the weekend but I like it as either a place to start the night with or end the night with as it is pretty close to Printers Alley and to Broadway. There is a great view of both the Nissan Stadium and the Batman Building. Their drinks are also great but they can be on the pricey side ($13/cocktail). My favorite is the riviera spritz since i like grapefruit. The bartenders are nice as well although at times I've noticed they can get short handed because when someone orders food they have to go down the elevator to get it (must be a better way!) I passed one of the bartenders going down to the kitchen as I was going up to the rooftop bar then saw him riding back up 10 minutes later and felt bad that he had that hassle. Rare Bird is probably best in warmer weather days to take in the full view and relax but it's a great spot nonetheless.

Stayed at Noelle and decided to check out the rooftop bar. Rare Bird did not disappoint. The servers were great and the views were amazing. My wife ordered a glass of Pinot Noir while I ordered a Hippies and Cowboys beer. Both were great. My only complaint was seating away from the bar was limited and that is what makes this place so special. Also, people were leaving and not cleaning up after themselves. Overall, we had a great experience at Rare Bird.

Stayed at the Noelle and tried to visit the rooftop on a Saturday night but it was closed for a private event. Bummer. We ended up going there for something to eat on Sunday. There were no seats left at the bar so we sat at a couch. It was VERY hot and sunny. The food and service were both good. View was nice but I think there are rooftops with better views.

Dylan is 5 star gentleman. All Smiles and good vibes from this bartender- stellar energy. The scene is fantastic, quality crafted cocktails, food tasty. Definitely recommended and if you're lucky, the bartender will serenade you while you sip cocktails

Tip - valet parking is free if you are visiting Rare Bird. This is much cheaper than parking in a garage or a lot. Just make sure to give the valets a few dollars as this is how they make their living. Rare Bird is a super cute venue with phenomenal views of Nashville. Recently I was in Nashville for a bachelorette party and on our last day we had some time to spare prior to heading to the airport so we decided to try somewhere new so we came here. One huge negative, which isn't the hotel's fault, is the taxes the City puts on hotel restaurants/bars. A craft cocktail ranges around $12, which is reasonable for an upscale rooftop bar. However, once tax and tip (service was top notch) is included you are paying almost $20 a drink. It's a shame the City does this because it's the customers/tourists that suffer the most. Rare Bird does offer a small menu on the weekends. My party ordered a few plates to share and all were all full of flavor. I highly recommend visiting Rare Bird. Go have a cocktail (try their frozen Rose sangria) and enjoy the spectacular views this bar has to offer.

View were amazing here, but the service was not good (slow and kind of rude) and the drinks were subpar. We also ordered a side of fries which were clearly not fresh. Probably won't be back here.

3.5 stars Located in Noelle hotel. Middle of downtown Nashville. A bit confusing looking for the elevator if you never been inside before. I'm pretty sure the concierge used to having guess lost looking for the elevator and he knew exactly to direct us the left, straight down the hall to the end. The elevator to the left and press the 'R' for the rooftop. Once out of the elevator your greeted by a hostess and kindly direct you to the bar or if you prefer a lounge kinda place. Love the scenic views. Nashville iconic Batman building right next to you. Never gets old for the viewers and pictures. Menu has a few food selections. A friend ordered some shrimps with pickled sauce. Didn't look appetizing. I opted for just a cocktail drink. Being such a girlie girl. The color of the drinks was in my favor. But the Drinks wasn't strong for the bucks I paid. While sipping and enjoying the scenic view of Nashville. This spot was the chill spot of a Sunday afternoon.

Awesome view of Nashville, rooftop was not busy at all! Popcorn app was super good, fries were crispy -- only thing was we ordered a burger and they forgot it but the staff was helpful when we followed up. It was 50 minutes late and they didn't compensate us at all which was lame

I am a sucker for a rooftop bar and this one was beyond expectation. Incredible downtown views, huge out door deck, and larger bartop for lots of people. Service could be quicker, but they have a small fun menu for drinks and snacks. The hotel itself is great with lots of old time charm and easy walking to everything you want.

If you have never been here it's a must see!!! I visit Nashville all the time and this is my favorite place to visit!!It's the Best rooftop view in downtown!!! The bartenders are very talented and extremely friendly!!! I had the Redbird cocktail and my boyfriend had an Old fashion. I recommend to everyone visiting or living in Nashville!!!!

Classic roof top bar that hasn't disappointed me yet. I've always had a great time with the staff here too

This place has everything we were looking for in a rooftop bar in Nashville! The drinks are incredible, the vibe is immaculate, and the view is astounding. Try their take on a frozen rose: you won't be disappointed!

This was a cute chic rooftop bar. The prices for drinks were a little on the pricey, but when you're on vacation m, that's okay

The cocktails are overly priced and not very good flavor profiles. The views from the rooftop are gorgeous and I love the seating they have. I would recommend going just for these but they need to work on their drink menu!

Ummm sadly very underwhelming :/ It's waaaayyyy smaller than it looks in the pictures. There's really only three small seating areas if you're with a group. Then the bar obviously. The servers were super great, but like I had one cosmo and it was 16 dollars......so...... Happy I went, not dying to go back.

Glad this rooftop is still open through the pandemic! It's got a smaller area but the staff have done a good job keeping everyone spaced out. Staff wear masks and gloves and they use paper menus! None of the cocktails on the menu really stood out to me so I asked the waitress to ask the bar tenders to make me something and they did a great job! Service was very slow hence the 4 stars but it's on our pandemic friendly list!

stayed at the noelle recently and loved this rooftoop bar. such a good Negroni that I went back for another after dinner! highly recommend the views and hotel here.

While the rooftop craze in Nashville is going strong, I still love to go to Rarebird and sit in the oversized rocking chairs! It is more on the low key relaxing side and has a great view of the Batman building at night. I wish they had more of a selection for food but Maker-ready is a good option downstairs. I was really disappointed they were out of the frozen cocktails but the service was wonderful. I would like to try their bottomless mimosas on Sunday afternoons. The acoustic music might be a good addition but it is a small space so I'm not sure if it would be too loud. The reason I like Rarebird is because you can actually have a conversation. This is a great place to take out of town guests because the lobby bar is beautiful and relaxing. The staff is always friendly and the valet service has always been great. I

Loved this rooftop bar! Two wood burning fire places!! Incredible views!! We were greeted by Juan who gave us a tour and explained the concept. James, the bar manager, elaborated on their offerings. The menu is small, but delicious...mainly raw bar focused. We had a fabulous mahi-mahi ceviche with plantains. My husband ordered a half dozen oysters and raved. The bartender Jared was very skilled, and mixed up an amazing Bourbon Manhattan. If you are looking for a full meal, go downstairs to MakeReady Libations. But be sure to stop here before or after dinner. It was a little cool to spend too much time outside, but on nice days, seating will likely be in high demand. This is not a huge space, but it is lovely. You can valet for $7, I believe. Met the coolest couple visiting from Florida and just thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. This space will likely be for a more low key crowd, instead of Broadway revelers. Just fine by me! The music is piped in, not live. On Titans game days, you can take in the sounds of the game, as the view of the stadium is expansive. But if you want to watch, make note that there are no television sets. They are open from 4 pm-on during the week, and on Sundays they open at 1!

Roof top bars used to be a rare find in downtown, now they are everywhere. Rare Bird is not so rare. Rare Bird has some positives and some negatives. To start with the good, it's clean and has a good set up. They control how many people can go on the roof, which is a plus. They have a baby changing table in their bathroom. I'm a fan of the view, it's dead center of Nissan, but a view of downtown is always preferable. The ceviche was tasty and I had one of my favorite cocktails in all of Nashville! It was a pina colada, spicy, fernet drink. No it doesn't make sense, but it's the only way to describe it. The negative, they control the amount of people who can go on the roof. Be prepared to wait an hour. The bar seats, while super fashionable, are not comfortable. They offer a menu with entrees and they are NOT entrees. They are appetizers and should be labeled appropriately. Eat before you go or eat after, but you cannot survive on chips and ceviche. I also noticed something about the staff, maybe it was just the night I was there, but perhaps you will too. It's cool, almost too cool for school, but I still enjoyed it and I will still go back. It's a rooftop bar with good seating and cocktails. It checks most of the boxes! Pro tip - they will text you when your "table" is ready so head down to the speakeasy and grab a cocktail while you wait.

The atmosphere here is amazing! The fires provide a nice ambiance and the drinks are good too.

One of the best places I've been to in Nash! Me and my bestie love the food, drinks, service and views! Highly recommend!

Low key hoping this place doesn't get too popular because the chill vibes, modern decor, and yummy craft cocktails paired with the amazing views seem to be somewhat underrated compared to other busy rooftop bars in Nashville. Be prepared to pay a price for the drinks (average about $13 for cocktail), but it's a great gem & would highly recommend for a fun night out on the town!

Fun rooftop bar atop the Noelle Hotel. We went mid-afternoon for some day drinking to unwind after brunch and shopping. The crafted cocktail list is impressive, and they have several local and regional beer options. They even have a couple of draft wines. Views of the city are very cool, and they have lots of comfy seating in conversation groups and at the bar. Service was good, with our server checking on us regularly and making appropriate menu recommendations.

The Noelle hotel is a beautiful remodel on 4th Avenue downtown and Rare Bird is an awesome rooftop bar on top of the building. To get to the roof you need to go to the host stand all the way to the back left past the front desk. They monitor the number of guests that can go up, and when I visited I got up right away because I had friends upstairs. The bar is open and u-shaped and they also have two seating areas with a fireplace and couch seating. It was busy when I was here on a Friday night and we had issues with service multiple times which was a bit frustrating. I sampled some cocktails; the frozen mimosa and isla de muerta which was vodka, chili, pineapple and cinnamon. The drinks are pricey; $13.00 each but you are definitely paying for the ambiance and awesome view. It's a gorgeous place to watch the sunset and hang out, and overall I had a good experience I just wish the service at the bar was better.

Paid $12 for this. Three pieces of cheese, a glass full of olives, no meat, jam/jellies, or bread. Asked the server when I received the items where was the bread/crackers, jam /jelly, or meat???? & nothing was done to better the situation considering there was no spiced salami and a lack of Provolone. Also, does not provide a sunset view. I'm a local and was so excited to spend my night here watching the sunset but the building does not provide ANY view of the sunset. And the antipasti does not include everything that is listed. Also management does not do anything to better the situation if looking for an escalation. 1/10 recommend overall waste of money.

Great spot to hang in Nashville. Awesome views. Great servers and service. Love this place. 2 fireplaces, bar and courtyard seating. Good mix.

Lovely rooftop located atop the gorgeous Hotel Noelle down the block from Printers Alley. Visited on a rainy sunday morning aroud noon and had the whole place to ourselves! In addition to the fact that they had just opened I think the rain kept people away. Walking out of the elevator you enter a rectangular bar space in the center, surrounded by bar stools on all 4 sides. Walk straight through past the fancy restrooms to the outdoor seating and a view of the batman building and the rest of downtown Nashville. The outdoor section loops in a L and the longer side is separated from the left side of the rectangular bar by a glass partition. This side offers a view of Nissan stadium - home of the Tennessee Titans. Although it had stopped raining by the time we got her, the outdoor furniture was all soaked so we decided to sit at one of the multitude of barstools. They offered an extensive array of craft cocktails based off a variety of liquors to suit every palate. Juleps seem to be their specialty so we started with those. Served in copper tumblers, the juleps were flavorful and packed quite a punch as you'd expect from $14+ dollar cocktails. Definitely worth the expense. I had the Nashville Julep made with Dickel 12 whiskey and loved it! Also tried the european standard old fashioned which was on point in a city with high standards for these kind of cocktails. Didn't try the snacks because had lunch reservations after. The were in the middle of a menu transition when we visited so a few of the cocktails were unavailable but I was very happy with the ones I got regardless. Felt like our very own private rooftop experience. Can't beat that for a sunday afternoon. Would love to go back and check out the view at night.

The brunch here is delish! The bag drinks are really fun too. Just make sure to reserve your spot since they are so popular!

One of my favorite rooftops in nashville. It's small and intimate. There can be a wait at times but it's because they make sure it doesn't get overcrowded like other downtown rooftops. I am a local and love this spot.

This is one of Nashville's many cool rooftop bars in the age of the trend really taking off. Sexy, breezy, with a mostly-good view (except the giant black box eating up light that is the AT&T infrastructure building). Good menu, nice seating options, and loaded with some of the sexiest clientele. Nice spot to pick up or to take a date. Conveniently on top of a very fine hotel....

When you want to enjoy a nice roof top without the hustle and bustle of going down on Broadway, Rare Bird is a wonderful alternative. The view isn't as breath taking as some other roof tops in Nashville, at best, you get a nice view of the stadium, a bit of the river and other massive surrounding buildings. But nonetheless, it's a super chill vibe, with nice tunes and a good cocktail and snacks menu. This will definitely be a summer go to!

I came here for my birthday and it did not disappoint! They we're sweet enough to accommodate our bigger party. the drinks are so tasteful and the food was yummy! we had a few appetizers before we headed over for dinner. The service was amazing. We all agreed that we would be back!