After years of hosting epic parties in honky tonks, craft cocktail bars, and beyond, Nashville still reigns supreme as the country’s top bachelor party destination — and that won’t likely change any time soon.
Nashville is a coveted party destination for a reason. The city is absolutely brimming with exceptional restaurants, bars, live music venues, and experiences. One weekend isn’t close to enough time to discover all that Music City has to offer.
We asked team members of R Public Relations, a boutique PR firm based in Nashville, about their favorite places to eat, drink, and party in the city. Read on for the locals’ top recommendations.
Eat
The Pharmacy Burger
The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden was founded in 2011 by Cees Brinkman with the goal of bringing the Nashville community together over craft brews and exceptional food — and that’s exactly what you’ll get at this local watering hole. The Pharmacy Burger uses grass-fed beef for its legendary, unique burgers and 100% pure cane sugar in its sodas. The hard-working kitchen staff grinds, stuffs, and smokes every wurst (sausage) served at the restaurant. On top of that, the kitchen team crafts condiments from scratch to complement their exceptional entrées. Plus, The Pharmacy Burger’s beer selection is one of the most unique and meticulously selected in Nashville, and brews from around the world are regularly imported. Between the exceptional food quality and endless selection of beers, The Pharmacy Burger is the perfect place to grab lunch during any Nashville bachelor party.
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Peg Leg Porker
A Nashville native, pitmaster Carey Bringle has been competing in barbecue contests for more than 27 years and has the blue ribbons to prove it. With a deep southern background built around family values and appreciating a good meal, Bringle founded Peg Leg Porker in 2013. Peg Leg Porker is named after Bringle himself and his greatest win, a cancer battle that he triumphed at the age of 17. With his win, he lost his leg, which led him to create a new name and only added more fire to his passion for success.
Upon opening its doors in the heart of Nashville, Peg Leg Porker was quickly named one of the hottest BBQ joints in the country by numerous media outlets, including Food Network, The Travel Channel, BBC, Southern Living Magazine, Texas Monthly, GQ, Garden and Gun Magazine, and many more. To this day, Peg Leg Porker is known for its juicy, smoked-to-perfection pork ribs drenched with a spicy dry seasoning *after* being smoked (not to mention its made-from-scratch yet playful sides like Kool-Aid pickles and pork rind nachos). Peg Leg Porker’s southern eats paired with classic southern hospitality are the perfect experience for any Nashville bachelor party, especially those traveling in from other parts of the country.
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Burger + Grain
Located in the heart of Nashville’s eclectic The Nations neighborhood, Burger + Grain features an open-concept restaurant that boasts a full scratch kitchen experience using only the freshest ingredients with a menu that’s mostly seasonal, so there’s always something new to taste. There’s only one hamburger on Burger + Grain’s menu, but it is exceptional and can be customized endlessly. The restaurant also has an extensive whiskey and bourbon program with over 350 bottles to choose from. Eating at Burger + Grain is more than just a good meal — it’s a dining experience your bachelor party won’t soon forget.
Drink
Honky Tonks on Broadway
There’s only one way to do nightlife in Nashville: honky tonk hopping on Broadway! The Broadway live music scene is like no other place in the country and needs to be experienced by every bachelor party that visits the city. There are dozens of bars, many of which boast multiple bands on different floors, and you can spend hours wandering the strip checking out new joints. RPR’s team recommends Tootsie’s for its historical significance.
Celebrate
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Puttshack
Puttshack is an upscale, tech-infused mini golf experience that appeals to everyone. More than just indoor mini golf, Puttshack leans on its ground-breaking technology to elevate the game while also serving world-class food and full bar in a cool, immersive environment. Global flavors meet local inspiration in a menu that has something for everyone to say yes to, plus an extensive craft cocktail list and beers from the best breweries in town. The Puttshack experience is really all about having fun – and doing something fun – together. What’s more appropriate for a bachelor party than that?
Pedal Tavern
It’s a classic for a reason! Rent a pedal tavern from one of the many companies based in Nashville and enjoy a front-row view of Broadway’s mayhem and magic. Your group will work together to pedal a large bar on wheels through the streets of Nashville, stopping at a few key places to imbibe (and maybe even bust a move). There’s no better way to enjoy Nashville’s sunshine, weather, and downtown scene during the day!
Plan Your Nashville Bachelor Party Today
Although there are endless options for Nashville bachelor parties, the aforementioned restaurants, bars, and experiences are tried and true by Nashville locals and will guarantee a memorable and fun trip. Get ready for a weekend you’ll never forget!
