Skull's Rainbow Room
American restaurant · Printer's Alley
222 Printers Alley, Nashville, TN 37219
Highlights
Speakeasy lounge: American fare, craft drinks, live jazz & burlesque
Speakeasy lounge: American fare, craft drinks, live jazz & burlesque
"Are you a total badass? Didn’t think so. It doesn’t matter. Being seen here will make folks think twice about messing with you in printer’s alley. Skull’s Rainbow Room is a sly little spot that celebrates yesteryear with classic American dishes, live jazz, and nightly burlesque shows. That’s right, burlesque shows. Belly up to the bar for handcrafted cocktails (we recommend the Manhattan) and an eclectic beer and wine list, then grab a seat and enjoy the show. Oh, and the food is amazing. We recommend the shaved prime rib sandwich if you’re really hungry." - FoxFuel Creative
"Skull’s is a Nashville institution that’s located on Printer’s Alley, one of the city’s most iconic strips. It’s changed ownership a few times since opening in 1948, but the spirit remains the same: a classed-up dive with good booze, good music, and an even better lobster bisque. The place sees its fair share of tourists, but don’t let that deter you—the live jazz and weekly burlesque shows draw a local crowd, too (fact: everyone loves a good whirling tassel). The room is usually packed, so whether you’re on a date or flying solo, you’ll feel comfortable here, especially when a single-barrel cocktail, perfectly seasoned rack of lamb or prime rib, and the aforementioned lobster bisque hit the table." - jackie gutierrez jones 2, ann walczak
"Etta James, Elvis Presley, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Paul McCartney, and Bob Dylan are just some of the names that’ve performed on the infamous checkerboard stage at Skull’s. Located in Printer’s Alley, locals count on this old-school venue for an unpretentious scene filled with solid tunes and stiff drinks, like their eponymous cocktail made with vodka, ginger, pineapple, cava, and orange bitters." - Kellie Walton
"Skull’s is a classed-up dive with good booze, good music, and even better lobster bisque. It’s a Nashville institution—one where you can eat a perfectly seasoned rack of lamb while catching the weekly burlesque shows. There's always a pretty boisterous crowd, so don’t bank on a whole lot of deep, soul-searching conversation. But what you can count on is a show, whether it’s in the form of those burlesque performers or a jazz number from a local quartet up on the checkerboard stage. Whether you’re on a date or flying solo, it’s hard not to get swept up in the festive energy here, especially with Skull’s expertly-made single-barrel old fashioned in hand." - jackie gutierrez jones 2, ann walczak
"Tucked into Printers Alley, described as offering cocktails, live jazz, and burlesque — a multi-disciplinary entertainment spot that blends drinking and performance." - Missy Frederick
