About Teddy's Tavern in Nashville
Teddy's Tavern is the locally owned Nashville bar you've been looking for. We serve it all up in Broadway's oldest building — but we don't do stuffiness. Or chain-bar energy. Just great food, cold drinks, awesome staff and a chill vibe where everyone is welcome (and the acoustics are pretty darn good for enjoying live music or singing your heart out).
We're the place where locals and tourists alike come for fun. Hang out with friends and family on the main floor to listen to the music, or meet up with your group in the second-floor lounge for a quieter recharge from Broadway's bustle. Want to take in the skyline while you kick back? We've got you covered. Literally. Our partially covered Rose Garden Rooftop looks out over downtown and Bridgestone Arena.
No matter which spot is right for you, you'll get the same authentic Nashville experience you want and zero tourist-trap nonsense.
What You'll Be Eating
Southern comfort is more than a mixer. It's how we do food. Our signature Teddy's cheeseburger just might ruin other burgers for you, with a full 6 ounces of beef topped with sharp cheddar, onions and pickles. Feeling a little peckish? Dig into an order of our pretzels and beer cheese, featuring local brews. Perfect for sharing (or not).
And there's even more to choose from. Think crispy fried chicken tenders and hot-or-not sandwiches, our special twist on a sloppy joe, or a grilled cheese with bacon. Because everything's better with bacon. We've also got grilled chicken sandwiches and black bean burgers, for when you're pretending to make a healthier choice. Or for when you're trying to justify that order of deep-fried Oreos for dessert.
The Drinks You'll Come Back for
You might not expect the top local dive bar in Nashville to serve up top-shelf choices. But we're doing it, with eight taps delivering cold beers and hard Italian sodas (and $5 Music City Light pints all day, every day). More of a spirits sipper? Try any of our handcrafted cocktails, from classics like an Old Fashioned to our takes on margs, martinis and Manhattans — poured by bartenders who know how to do it right.
Downtown Nashville's Oldest Building? Yeah, That's Us.
Teddy doesn't usually lead with her resume, but this one's worth mentioning. When your home dates back to around 1820, you're allowed to brag a little. So yeah, Teddy's Tavern is in the oldest building in downtown Nashville. Older than the honky-tonks. Older than Broadway as you know it. Older than most of the stories people tell about this street — though if these walls could talk, they'd have a few of their own.
Originally built as a Federal-style structure, the building has lived many lives. It's served the city as a practical, everyday Nashville, housing people and small businesses like a cobbler shop and a drug store that kept the growing town moving.
Over the years, the city changed. The music got louder. The crowds got bigger. Broadway got brighter. But this building stayed, and today, all of that history gives Teddy's Tavern something you can't manufacture: authenticity. It's the real thing — piece of Nashville that's been here through it all. So when you walk through Teddy's doors, you're not just grabbing a beer or catching some live music. You're stepping into Nashville's story — past, present and whatever comes next. Teddy's been saving you a spot.
A Slice of Teddy's All to Yourself
We get it. Big moments call for big energy. Teddy's is here for it, with private and group events ranging from birthday celebrations to corporate gatherings and bachelorette and wedding after-parties. We'll even let you take over the whole place for those moments you want to share with up to 215 of your customers, guests or besties (yourself included). Just don't blame us if they start expecting it to become a regular thing.
Your Next Good Time Is Calling
Teddy saved you a seat at the best local bar in Nashville. Come see what all the fuss is about for yourself. You'll find us at 104 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203.
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Steps from the Music City Center and Bridgestone Arena
Located just one block from the Music City Center and across the street from Bridgestone Arena, Teddy’s location is perfect for an end of day retreat from the bustle of trade shows and conferences.
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40+ Hotels within 1/2 mile
Teddy’s Tavern is a convenient evening meeting point for out of town guests, and makes it easy to get home after the festivities are complete.
See a list of downtown hotels from our friends at the Nashville Downtown Partnership.
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Private Rooms and Rooftop Space
Give your customers and employees a “wow” moment with live music and a rooftop space overlooking Bridgestone Arena and the heart of Broadway.
Full bar and buffet packages are available.