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AJ's Good Time Bar

3.7 (145 reviews)
ModerateBars, Karaoke
Open • 11:00 am - 2:30 AM (Next day)
Updated 2 weeks ago

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AJ'S GOOD TIME BAR ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Divey
Casual
Live music
Loud

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Katherine P.

Came here for a work event so had the floor all to ourselves which was cool and the karaoke was very entertaining. Once the bar opened up to others, we definitely heard a lot of great singers. We also spent some time in the 1st floor and music was ok but it was a Wednesday night. The food was just ok but it was preordered chips and salsa, pasta and chicken and it was nothing special.

Heather Rene A.

Went here for karaoke. Host was nice and the vibe was fun. Sound was a little off, but it is an odd layout which probably affected that. We had fun singing and the host obliged our quirky requests.

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Eugene G.

During a conference in Nashville, the organizers took us by bus down to Broadway to spend an evening on the roof lounge, fourth floor, of AJ's good time bar. This place has live music on each of the four floors, which was really excellent. The service was very good and the food and alcohol, did the job to keep everyone appropriately lubricated and decently fed. If you love live music, and there is plenty of it on Broadway in Nashville, visit AJ's good time bar.

Chris W.

DAMN good!! just got back home from deployment and decided to spend one of my first nights home here! i just love it... first night home was the aj concert in tampa actually so the second night home being his bar damn sure made me glad i came back alive lmao keep it up yall!!

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Paul R.

I love me some AJ so this was our 1st stop on the Honkey Tonk Trail AKA South Broadway. This is an older divey bar which we loved. Like most of the bars on Broadway, the stage is up front by the street and there is a rooftop area. We opted for the bar. Surprisingly they offer a bountiful selection of craft brews as well as the standards. Both times we visited the band was excellent playing a mix of country standards and newer artists. If this is your scene then you should definitely plan to stop by AJs where it's always 5 o'clock somewhere.

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Jose C.

This place doesn't seem as popular as other Honky Tonks on Broadway but still offered great entertainment. Music was great and the drinks were fairly priced. I unfortunately stayed for only a couple of songs and didn't get to go upstairs but will definitely make my way up next time I'm in town.

Camilla J.

There are so many roof top bars here in Nashville but this is by far my favorite. They give you excellent service, great drinks and they do not charge you an arm and a half and then serve your drink in a baby cup (like many, many others). I am also very appreciative that they always have great musicians (mostly singer songwriters) that are ok with people listening AND talking. If you like music, but also like to keep your hearing and ear drums intact, this is your place. And hey, its Allan Jacksons place!

Cindy L.

AJ's (Alan Jackson) Sara was hysterical, I love her. Jay Bragg Band, two people, him and a woman(Renee) violinist. So good. I WOULD go back.

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Reviews are mixed. Many highlight the lively atmosphere and quality live country music, with people enjoying the karaoke experience. Staff are often described as friendly.

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The worst bar in Nashville, always dead workers are very rude and were being complete a holes.

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The bathrooms are gross and they need to hire a janitor to clean up the mess from the Gloryhole

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Small very lively hi key tonk. Nice staff as well. Worth coming I. For some music and a drink.

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WannaB's Karaoke Bar - A view from the back of the bar

WannaB's Karaoke Bar

3.4(114 reviews)
0.1 mi•Downtown
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During a recent trip to Nashville for my cousin's bachelorette party, we came across WannaB's while…read moreon our way to another bar. One of my cousin's LOVES to karaoke, so of course we had to check it out. We got there shortly after they opened, so there was still a good amount of seats, but the place fills up quick. As majority of bars in the Downtown Nashville area. There's a DJ in the back where you go to give him your song to sing and a stage in the front where you get to entertain the bar. Since we were one of the early groups once they opened, my cousin didn't have to wait long before it was her turn. I imagine if you're there when it's packed, the wait times are LONG! So, something to consider if you're getting there later in the night. There are TV's everywhere, displaying the lyrics to the songs, so you can sing along if you don't know the lyrics by memory. As for the drinks... nothing to write home about. It's a bar with mediocre drinks and cold beer! We didn't stay long since we had plans at another place, but our time there was so much fun! The DJ kept it lively and fun. Would definitely recommend going if you're into karaoke.

Cool place Great karaoke…read more And you can sign your name on the walls. This place is attached to the tequila bar.

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WannaB's Karaoke Bar - Not sure how I feel about kids being here.

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WannaB's Karaoke Bar - KARAOKE HOST! Only care's about MONEY!!  Go To AJ's  ACROSS THE STREET.  IF YOU WANT TO HAVEA GREAT TIME!

KARAOKE HOST! Only care's about MONEY!! Go To AJ's ACROSS THE STREET. IF YOU WANT TO HAVEA GREAT TIME!

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YSB - UYE - Karaoke Like A Star! - Singing Styx's "Come Sail Away"

YSB - UYE - Karaoke Like A Star!

5.0(2 reviews)
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Music! Madness! Mayhem! KARAOKE!…read more SITREP When several people were asking on the "Nashville Talk" threads about, "What's the Karaoke scene like in Nashville?", local Nashville Elite Squad Yelpvinity Sheena T. came forth with LOTS of information for us Yelpers! [And unfortunately for her, but very fortunately for US, Nashville Community Manager (CM) Marcia M. lassooed our dear Sheena to put together a Karaoke night. And she DID! Tonight! At Lonnie's Western Room in Printers Alley in downtown Nashville! And it was so much fun! GREAT CROWD And Karaoke is one of those totally random endeavors that is totally depending on the people at the location which can change night to night, even hour to hour. But the chemistry was definitely at Lonnies tonight! LOGISTICS Tonight there was no cover, but there was a "soft" two drink minimum. However, the Karaoke DJ ladies are not paid and only make what they get in tips. So if you tip the DJs decently, there is no pressure to drink....a lot. ;) SINGING TALENT! What an incredible bunch of Yelpers! So many with the gift of great sounding pipes (NOT including me, but I gave it my all). Just about everyone stepped up to the plate and sang - here are some fun highlights of what we got to experience last night: (1) Offspring, anyone? (Sheena Rocks it!) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iwixm4Bkscw&feature=youtu.be (2) Gloria Gaynor, anyone? (Victoria should make singing her profession!!!) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIC64Gj4a4k&feature=youtu.be (3) Anna Nalick's "Breath, just breath" beautifully sung! (Angela was so beautiful & adorable!) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIunu65n3HA&feature=youtu.be (4) I THINK it's an Alanis Morrissette tune, but I don't think we could hear her since she wasn't singing into the microphone - what you hear is our Yelp contingent of gals singing behind us to keep the song going. However, the gal "singing" wins points for being VERY entertaining to watch! (I honestly don't know who this gal is!) :D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hoM3rjagbc&feature=youtu.be KUDOS Major props to Sheena T. for putting together such a fun fun night of Karaoke enjoyment for all of us out-of-towners whom descended upon the fair City of Nashville with a pent up desire to sing to our hearts content. Both Sheena and Lonnie's were well up to the task! THE LOWDOWN Karaoke doesn't get any better than this in Nashville!

This was the perfect ending to my trip to Nashville (no trip is truly complete without karaoke)…read more It was great to hang out with my fellow YSB yelpers one last time before my trip home Monday. I was also completely blown away from Victoria's opera-trained voice on soulful ballads...like, damn. I wish I could sound like THAT. Had a great time, overall!! :)

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YSB - UYE - Karaoke Like A Star! - Cheers to a terrific Yelp Spring Break Nashville 2014!

Cheers to a terrific Yelp Spring Break Nashville 2014!

YSB - UYE - Karaoke Like A Star! - Gettin into Styx. Kinda. I wanted "Renegade", but the track wasn't working right and so the DJ sent me into "Come Sail Away"

Gettin into Styx. Kinda. I wanted "Renegade", but the track wasn't working right and so the DJ sent me into "Come Sail Away"

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4.2(238 reviews)
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If you're in Nashville and Santa's Pub isn't on your list, what are you even doing?! A Christmas…read morethemed dive bar with karaoke and cheap drinks? Say less. This place is EVERYTHING I want in a bar. I've met Santa a couple of times and he was genuinely the sweetest guy. It's sad knowing he's no longer with us, but I'm so glad I got to meet him and experience the magic of this place while he was here. I had to buy a Santa's Pub hat because I'm officially part of the fan club at this point. LMAO. I've been here about five times, and I'll keep coming back every single time I'm in Nashville. There's just something about this place that makes it a must stop. Long live Santa's Pub!

[July 2025] My friend's friends suggested this place for karaoke, so we went. By the name alone, I…read morehad an idea of what to expect but of course I had to see for my own eyes. We took an Uber over and when we dropped off, the venue itself looked like a trailer home decked out in Christmas lights in the middle of nowhere. The security guy up front also doubled as a photographer and seemed to be waiting for a tip afterwards. The venue is cash only so be sure to bring plenty of cash if you plan to drink a lot. While not in the thick of Nashville, it is still in Nashville, so I did feel intimidated by all the amazing local singers who hit the stage in comparison to my own performances. I was able to sing 5 or 6 songs, and I had a great time!

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Lonnie's Western Room

Lonnie's Western Room

2.7(60 reviews)
0.3 mi•Printer's Alley, Downtown
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We LOVED this place. We just happened to stumble upon this…read moregreat gem in Nashville, a bit off the beaten path of tourism. Open til 3am, the singing only gets worse as the patrons get obliterated and it gets later. Fun to watch when you aren't the one on stage. Love the owner. She is full of wisdom and years of age, but still hustling trays of mediocre beer (no alcohol here). She's sharp, sassy, and adorable. Worth the trip just to see her. Bathrooms are just as stated...not the greatest asset of Lonnies. Close your eyes, aim, get your business done, and wash your hands. Next. Go here, you might be the next Nashville star.

I have never experienced treatment this unprofessional, inconsistent, and frankly disturbing at a…read morebar. I am of legal age and have been allowed into this bar multiple times with the SAME valid ID, by the SAME bouncer. Suddenly, with zero explanation, I was accused of being underage, had my ID taken, and was told I was "banned for life." No proof, no conversation, no logic, just a power trip. To make things worse, a female staff member (or someone acting as security reached under my jacket, grabbed my drink, and physically touched my chest in the process. That alone should be enough to shut this place down. No one should ever be touched like that under any circumstances. When I tried to ask what was going on, I was repeatedly told I was banned and dismissed without explanation. No manager. No verification. Just hostility and humiliation. If this bar can't train its staff to properly check IDs, communicate respectfully, or keep their hands to themselves, then it has no business operating. The inconsistency, aggression, and lack of accountability make this place feel unsafe, especially for women. I would strongly recommend spending your money somewhere that treats people with basic respect and understands the difference between doing their job and abusing authority.

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Lonnie's Western Room
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