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These 6 Nashville Speakeasies Will Feel Like You're Stepping Back In Time (VIDEOS)

These hidden gems are hiding in plain sight! 🤫

Two women stand outside a red phone booth. Right: A storage door⁠ leading to Hidden Bar.

Two women stand outside a red phone booth. Right: A storage door⁠ leading to Hidden Bar.

Georgia Contributing Writer

Nashville is home to some of the best bars and restaurants in all of the South, but also has some hidden gems you don't want to overlook. These speakeasies are full of surprises for any local or tourist that can keep a secret.

From custom craft cocktail bars that operate without a menu to Beetlejuice-themed lounges hidden underneath a popular saloon with arcade games, there's something for everyone.

If you aren't paying attention, you could miss out on some of the best-hidden hotspots Nashville has to offer.

Red Phone Booth

@wheretoeatinnashville

Red Phone Booth #nashville #nashvilletn #nashvillebars #nashvillerestaurants #speakeasy #secretbar #hiddenbar #viralfood #cocktailbar #fypシ #absinthe

Price: 💸💸

Address: 136 Rosa L Parks Blvd., Nashville, TN

Why You Need To Go: Slide into this joint to enjoy authentic absinthe services and craft cocktails in a dimly lit environment accessible by an old-school phone booth.

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Attaboy

@winedinenashville

This is a sign to plan a date night for your S.O.! #nashvilledate #nashville #nashvilletn #visitnashville #nashvillelocal #musiccity

Price: 💸💸

Address: 8 Mcferrin Ave., Nashville, TN

Why You Need To Go: Instead of menus, bartenders create cocktails customized to your personal preference. This James Beard 2022-nominated bar provides an intimate atmosphere and unique drink experience.

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Old Glory

@themeaganrose

This bar is for your bucket list! #nashville #tennessee #travelblogger #bucketlist

Price: 💸💸

Address: 1200 Villa Pl. Suite 103, Nashville, TN

Why You Need To Go: Accessible by the alleyway, this has the vibe of a repurposed old factory, with live events and a creative twist on classic cocktails.

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Kung Foo Saloon

@nashvillelifestylesmag

Here’s a speakeasy that is PERFECT for this weekend! #nashvilletok #nashville #beetlejuice #speakeasy #nashvillebars

Price: 💸💸

Address: 1921 Division St., Nashville, TN

Why You Need To Go: Located in the basement of a popular joint with arcade games, this speakeasy has picture-perfect themes and is a recipe for a fun night out with friends.

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Hidden Bar

@amandawritesman

Speakeasy in Nashville... floral style. Walk into this hidden bar with me. #travel #secret #hellospring #spring #nashville #tennessee #explore #bar

Price: 💸💸

Address: 200 4th Ave. N., Nashville, TN

Why You Need To Go: Known as one of Nashville's ''best-kept secret'' hidden bars, this spot offers breathtaking decor and an eclectic menu with something for everyone.

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House of Cards

@l1lacheaven

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Price: 💸💸

Address: 119 3rd Ave. S., Nashville, TN

Why You Need To Go: Hidden in the basement of the Johnny Cash Museum, this speakeasy has a secret magic show and a no-phone policy to keep the illusion alive.

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  • Contributing Writer Maeve Browne (she/her) is a journalist living in her hometown Savannah, Georgia. Maeve is an award-winning reporter and expert on all things "Lowcountry." She has a knack for internet culture, food, wine and travel writing, as well as breaking news in Georgia's major cities. She has been freelancing for digital publications for seven years and was Narcity USA's first full-time Staff Writer.

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