Nashville
From East Nashville taprooms to Germantown brewpubs. Nashville's craft beer scene rivals any major city. Updated March 2024.
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Industrial-chic taproom in a historic building with exposed brick and soaring ceilings. Czann's focuses on approachable, flavour-forward beers without the pretension. Great food menu too, making it perfect for long sessions. $$
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Nashville's standout craft brewery with a great food menu and serious beer lineup. The taproom is spacious and welcoming. Their flagship Imperial Stout won't disappoint. A brewery that takes both beer and food equally seriously. $$
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Hazy IPAs and rotating pastry stouts that keep beer geeks coming back. The style is modern and the execution is flawless. Crowded on weekends because everyone knows the beer is worth it. Germantown staple. $$
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Outdoor beer garden with 12 taps and a good food scene. The covered patio is heated in winter. Jackalope occupies an interesting middle ground between serious brewery and social destination. Very drinkable IPAs. $$
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Laid-back neighbourhood taproom with a great selection and knowledgeable staff. Not fancy, just good beer in a friendly room. The kind of place you want to stay for the afternoon. Board games on the shelf. $$
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Creative small-batch brews with the best sours in the city. Southern Grist doesn't follow trends, they set them. Limited production means you need to visit regularly to try everything. Serious beer craftsmanship. $$
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A downtown production brewery on Ewing Avenue with the taproom built around the tanks. Tennessee Brew Works pours a clean Southern Wit, a flagship IPA, and rotating barrel-aged releases that taste freshest at the source. Elevated pub food and live music turn a quick pint into a long evening. One of the most walkable breweries in the city. $$
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Sports bar meets serious craft beer. Tailgate is fun and unpretentious. Great wings, TVs everywhere, and a serious beer menu. The patio is huge. Go with a group, order food, and stay for hours. $$
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East Nashville's neighbourhood taproom doing solid work in a tight space. The vibe is casual and the beer is unpretentious. This is where East Nashville locals go when they want a beer and not a scene. $$
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Craft spirits and craft beer under one roof in an industrial space. The beer selection is thoughtfully curated. The cocktails are serious. A place where craft is the priority, not the aesthetic. $$$
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Nashville's pioneering craft brewery since 2003. Yazoo helped build Nashville's beer reputation. The taproom is friendly and the beer selection is deep. Always a good choice for a solid, reliable craft beer experience. $$
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Beer park with 53 taps and live music. It's a day trip from Nashville but worth it if you want serious beer variety and a festival atmosphere. Food trucks, outdoor games, and a focus on regional craft beer. $$
Nashville's standout craft brewery with a great food menu and serious beer lineup. The taproom is spacious and welcoming. Their flagship Imperial Stout won't disappoint. A brewery that takes both beer and food equally seriously.
Hazy IPAs and rotating pastry stouts that keep beer geeks coming back. The style is modern and the execution is flawless. Crowded on weekends because everyone knows the beer is worth it. Germantown staple.
Outdoor beer garden with 12 taps and a good food scene. The covered patio is heated in winter. Jackalope occupies an interesting middle ground between serious brewery and social destination. Very drinkable IPAs.
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