Like all the places on Broadway, this place is fun! We went on a Friday for the live Sirius broadcast and stayed for the whole show via getting there early for good seats (for the balcony seating wasn't necessary to come 3 hours early like we did). Long day but so much fun and free! The service in the balcony at the bar was great, impressive considering a bit hard for them to get people to deliver food. All the staff were friendly and helpful. The star of the show was the pork belly skewers for $15!! Holy hell they were so delicious. I forget the name of the sauce, but you can buy it there and wish I had. You get two giant skewers with nothing else but if you are carnivorous like me, it will be heaven. read more

Live music was really great! Drinks are pretty expensive though. Like many bars on Broadway, drinks can get a little pricey, but $8 for a 12 oz. can of beer seemed a bit crazy. Let's say I only had 1 here, but it worked out because we were watching the band most of the time! read more

Monday visit. Great band on first floor. We went straight to the top to see where Morgan Wallen through the chair off into the street and drank a cold one. Cool experience. Looks like they have a few big names come in. Larry Gatlin is big to us. Long ways up those steps. 2nd floor was Ashley McBrides bar. One lonely dude in there playing to the bartender when we peaked in. read more

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Checked out Palm Tree Club, the rooftop bar on top of Chief's on Broadway. The elevator was out of order when we arrived, so we had to hoof it up the stairs to the fifth floor. The rooftop itself is cool with great views looking down over Broadway, but the space feels pretty cramped. As for the food, aside from the collard greens, most of what we tried (fried catfish, fried chicken, southern corn, and hush puppies) ended up being quite greasy and lacking flavor. read more

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This bar uses an illegal method of charging customers for their products and the bartender on my last visit tried to skim money by lying about the true price. On our latest (and last) visit, I ordered a Chief's beer which is $7.50. The bartender said, "that will be $10." I pointed to the beer on the menu and said, the beer is $7.50 and she responded, with taxes it's $10. I knew that wasn't right, but my wife and I assumed maybe we were missing something. Then a couple minutes later, the bartender walks by and throws a one dollar bill on the bar with no explanation, she didn't even look at us. So, instead of blasting the establishment in a review, I decided to inform the management so they could take care of this problem themselves. The response was this in an email: "I'm sorry that the bartender did not explain more about taxes and I am very sorry that they did not provide you a receipt. The price of our Beer in My Hand Beer is $7.50 before taxes, after tax it brings the total to $8.61. Because we do not have exact change, we round cash totals to the nearest dollar, making the amount $9." So, besides the point that the bartender lied about the price and said it was $10, the establishment rounds the charges UP 39 cents on every beer. She even provided me an example receipt that showed $1.39 cents being returned to the customer, but the customer never gets this change.....so who does? How many of those beers get sold every day at Chief's? A Lot. I don't care about the 39 cents, I care that I was lied to, scammed and then told by management that they keep customer's money out of the till with no way to account for it. This action, from what I can tell is against state law (Public Chapter 602) in regard to not having proper change. It only applies within 8 cents. The bartender is a constant problem in the reviews and so is the managing of this bar. They scan your id. They don't give change and round up. The staff, to include the door guy is not rude, but definitely not welcoming. I have absolutely no reason to go here when I can get a great experience at Kid Rock's, Ole Red and fifteen other great bars on Broadway. It was evident to me that management was satisfied with how the bar is being ran and justified these actions, which is why I left a review in order to warn the public. read more

Chief's - The establishment keeps the .39 cents. Because they don't give change, they just round up and the extra money is just nontaxable money? - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Stopped in for a drink and was underwhelmed. I was expecting a great experience, given what I had heard, but the space was just awkward. The bartenders seemed aloof, bouncers way too cocky and the prices way too high. We did not eat, so I cannot rate the food, but the layout of the space was strange. The center of each floor was taken up by a huge bar (downstairs) and raised stage (upstairs). There was very little room left for the patrons! Anyway, stick your head in if you are in the area, maybe your experience will be better than mine. read more

Chief's - Upstairs area - smaller that expected - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Known spot for chair going over the balcony lol great vibes sat with Dj at rooftop. Good views of other bars at the top. Strong drinks read more

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I love the outdoor rooftop! It's decorated nicely with a cute photo wall and benches with plants and umbrellas. The live DJ was also very good with his music! I really enjoyed their peach spritz can which was non-alcoholic. The only downside is you can't see too much of the view because the gates are kind of high. The bartender was friendly and we got our canned drinks quick! read more

Chief's - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

My first experience at Chief's was a very memorable one. We were here for a show. The venue was quite cool. At pretty close to the exact time the opener was scheduled to hit the stage, the power went out. We were later told a bird had somehow flown into a generator causing the outage. This outage was only at Chief's. Everywhere else on Broadway was fine. Let's be clear: This was a freak occurrence. It was in no way the fault of Chief's. I don't blame them one bit. The area where I think they could have done much better is communication. After sitting there for a little less than 45 minutes, people came in and told us to leave the building. After we got outside, we talked to numerous people. Eventually, we were informally told that the venue was closed for the night. And this obviously meant our show was cancelled. Again, I don't have a problem with that. They can't control that. But there should have been some real, official communication saying "We're sorry but we have to close and the show is cancelled. We'll be issuing refunds and we hope you'll come back another night." Simple. I still haven't seen an official communication that a refund is forthcoming, though I'm confident it will come. I get that this was an unprecedented night. And it's tough to prepare for that. But I hope Chief's will learn from the experience that communicating with your guests is important. read more

Chief's on Broadway is a six-story Nashville bar and music venue owned by Eric Church, located in the heart of downtown at 200 Broadway. Opened in 2024, it features Rodney Scott's Whole Hog BBQ, a rooftop bar (Hell of a Q), and the dedicated music venue featuring the Neon Steeple. Redemption Bar, located on the 5th floor in partnership with Ashley McBryde, is a premier non-alcoholic-forward space launched in Aug 2025 focusing on original music. I was here twice during our recent trip to Nashville. The first was early afternoon on the 1st Floor for quality music (Shelby Lee Lowe), some tasty brisket sliders, and beer of course. The 2nd was the "Church Choir" tour of the building itself. That was fun and entertaining, and of course getting to know about Eric Church a little more. The folk working here were all friendly and helpful. read more

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Very busy rooftop bar/restaurant. There are several floors to the building. Only 2 floors have full menu. We had to ask around to understand the process once someone lets you up the elevator. You order at the bar, receive a number and find a seat. Brittany at the bar is very businesslike but helpful - just very busy! Our food arrived in about 15min. The collards and riblets are not hot so I sent back the collards but was too hungry to wait on more riblets since that was my full meal. Hubby's burger and Mac and cheese was hot and delicious. If in the area, I'd visit again. read more

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Only recommended for the music, not the bbq. Visit the various floors which offer wonderful live music from a band in the first floor to dueling pianos on another floor and a more intimate setting on the fifth floor at Redemption bar (offering several mocktails in addition to a full bar). The food was truly below average. The burger was passable but skip all else. The staff is very friendly and attentive. read more

Chief's on Broadway Chief's on Broadway is hands down one of the coolest spots on the strip. From the moment you walk in, it feels elevated but still rowdy in the best Nashville way. The space is beautiful--rustic, modern, and thoughtfully designed--with incredible views of Broadway the higher you go. The live music was fantastic, and the sound quality really stood out compared to other bars nearby. It felt less chaotic and more intentional, which made it easy to actually enjoy the music while still having that high-energy Broadway buzz. Drinks were well made and service was solid, especially considering how busy it gets. The crowd was lively but not overwhelming, and the whole place just felt... cool. Like you're somewhere special, not just another bar hop stop. If you want a break from the madness without losing the fun, Chief's is absolutely the move. It's stylish, energetic, and has a vibe that sticks with you long after you leave. Definitely one of my favorite stops on Broadway. read more

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Awesome place to grab some late night drinks. Also has an amazing rooftop view. With awesome wall decor and good vibes. Good service good people. Good was good had brisket sandwich a with fries and their drinks are good and the drinks comes with a chair. Pretty cool Definitely a good spot.... Don't drop that chair lol read more

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*Ashley McBryde's Redemption Bar - 5th Floor of Chief's* Walking into Ashley McBryde's Redemption Bar felt like a reset from the chaos of Broadway. It's on the 5th floor of Eric Church's Chief's building. It's a dark and moody, smallish bar that feels more hometown than big city. The focus on zero-proof cocktails which is great for anyone not wanting to drink alcohol or for a mid-day NA drink. I tried the drink called One Night Standards, which came with a Ring Pop! My husband tried the Sam Adam's NA IPA, which I actually liked more than my drink! They had food, but we opted just for drinks. They have a ton of fun options, all inspired by country music artist Ashley McBryde's music. There is an intimate music setup in the corner, and the music that day was great! It's calm without being boring at all. Pretty cool spot to check out if you're wanting to step away from the chaos of Broadway. read more

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First time there was New Year's Eve last year. The place is extraordinary. The music is far better than most of the bars on Broadway. Of course each has his or her opinions. I've been there a few times since the beginning of the year and it still doesn't disappoint. The food is slightly above what I would expect from a bar, but I go there for the music and beer. Definitely would recommend stopping in...and who knows...you might run into the CHIEF himself one day! read more

McBride concert was pretty decent. It's kind of an odd place where you go up 5 floors to check in and down a couple floors to the show. Wicked crowded and the crowd was strange, really, but maybe that's the crowd she draws? We almost got in a fight, I'm told, although I never saw what happened. Anyway I would return to check it out again. read more

One of the best places on Broadway. So many options to choose from on each floor ultimately makes this place a great stop for a large group. Barbecue sandwiches here are incredibly great. They are definitely low country South Carolina style. I personally like the third floor out of all of the options available. Both day and night this floor host dueling pianos - you will love it. read more

Chief's - Chief's 3rd floor dueling pianos bar - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Fun bar on Broadway! I love the first floor bar atmosphere, but honestly each floor was awesome. I stopped in for the music row happy hour show by the highway -- super cool to see this live after hearing about it on the radio for years. Bar was easy to navigate and seemed like a popular place to be. I'd for sure come back again! read more

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Food: I ordered the brisket sandwich at the recommendation of a friend and it did not disappoint. It was probably some of the most tender, juicy, delicious melt-in-your-mouth brisket I've ever had. It was a rather simple sandwich with just the meat between the buns. A side order of Mac and cheese complemented my meal and there was ketchup and bbq sauce. That part was just ok, but the Mac and cheese was also delicious. I'd come back for the food alone. Service: We were on the roof and ordered food and drinks at the bar counter - then found a seat along the ledge for the view. They brought our food out to us on trays. After that there wasn't really any additional check in, but I don't mind that. Ambiance: The rooftop is great for views albeit a little small. There was a DJ playing and it was reasonable as far as noise goes, in mid afternoon/early evening on a Friday. I'd definitely come back for the food. Haven't been later at night so can't say what the vibe is. Overall I had a good time here. I'm pretty easygoing so the experience didn't disappoint. read more

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Probably the worst bar experience on broadway. My friends and I came here for 1 last drink before we went home for the night because someone we know was playing in the band. Upon arrival, we got seats at the bar and got our orders taken from the bartender on the first floor. First of all, broadway in general is crazy expensive but this bartender gave us top shelf without us asking just to charge us more which I didn't like. After we got our drinks (1 tequila soda, 2 vodka sodas, and a miller lite), we realized the bartender made a mistake and made 2 tequila sodas instead of 2 vodka sodas. We literally had only taken 2 sips when we told him and asked very nicely if he could remake the one drink correctly. He then got super mad and threw the drink in the garbage very aggressively. My friend didn't like his attitude regarding his own mistake, so she said never mind we don't want you to make us another one forget about it and the bartender freaked out and told us byeeee. He tried to get us kicked out of the bar but luckily the security guards were on our side and even told us that that specific bartender is know to be a diva. The security team/bouncers were all very nice, it was just that terrible experience with that shitty bartender that gives this place 2 stars. With so many bars on broadway your place really has to stand out to be successful. If you have shitty staff you're not going to do well. read more

Chief's - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Great spot for a drink on Broadway when visiting Nashville. We arrived Friday afternoon and saw a few bands on multiple levels who were mostly playing covers but respectable. Of course, we went to the top floor (6?) for The Drink. For those in the know, MW "might" have tossed a chair from here and Eric's team made a drink out of it. One apology and plea deal later, EC has a sugary drink with props ready to please Sheeple like us. Overall, great experience. Mediocre tribute drink. Bar is solid though, good bourbon selection. I'll be back to see bands in the evening. read more

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Chief's on Broadway is a must-see when in Nashville! I had a great time here. Start on the top floor and enjoy the view, grab a drink, and enjoy the music. There are Police patches on the walls as you walk down the floors. The bar is named "Chief's" because Eric Church inherited the bar from his grandfather who was Chief of Police. As you work your way down, each floor features a different theme and live music. I hungout on the 5th floor at the Redemption Bar for a while. My favorite floor, based on decorations, music, and vibes, was the dueling pianos. I appreciate how the live performers added their own style to each of the songs that were requested, and they really knew their stuff! It was so impressive! The first floor was the loudest, with country music. read more

I'm a fan of the Sirius station the Highway. They frequent Chiefs so on my recent visit to Nashville I was anxious to stop in to Chiefs. Walking down from The Hermitage where we were staying I elected to leave my purse behind so I had no form of identity. I'm a 73 year old lady & was accompanied by my 76 year old husband. On arriving at Chiefs I was surprised to learn from the 2 attendants at the Chiefs door that I could only enter their establishment with 2 huge black ID X's drawn across both hands. Surprised, I accepted that & was then rudely cautioned not to wash off the marks - because I might be under age? I understand that this might be a state/city law but the "boys" at the door could not have been ruder or less hospitable. Chiefs - train your staff to be better hosts. You should be ashamed. read more

Chief's - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This is the infamous bar of Morgan Wallen throwing a chair fame! I am happy to say that they have leaned into it and offer a decently potent drink on the rooftop. Of all the honky tonks on Broadway, Cheif's is probably the most put together and extensive. Its kind of tall so all those stairs are a bit killer. Still, they utilize every space in that building for something good so thats nice to have. As for the prices, I thought they were pretty fair, especially for Broadway. I liked it and I would recommend it to anybody looking for some live music and an awesome roof! Just don't throw the chairs. They are watching you! I am not kidding! read more

Find your way to the Piano Bar inside, sit down, order something to eat, you certainly won't be disappointed with the quality here, get a cocktail and then let the show begin. possible one of the best times you will spend on Broadway, at least that you will remember. read more

To be honest... I was disappointed. I love his music but his bar wasn't great. Small main level and only a portion of it can see the stage. I don't like the design or layout. Went to the 5th floor because 2-4 weren't open (reserve for events of performers and we were visiting during lunch on a weekday). The 5th is a small restaurant with a good but limited menu. Extremely friendly staff and food cake out quick, but very expensive (as everything around Broadway is). I hate being a downer, but there are several other better places in town for music and food. read more

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Fun place for great music with food options. My husband and I enjoyed listening to the dueling pianos, an afternoon of listening to great musicians, and an evening enjoying a show in the Neon Steeple. Definitely one of our favorite spots in Nashville. Being from TX, the BBQ is different than our norm but tasty. I would recommend a better wine option in the restaurant. read more

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5 stories of music and food. Went for lunch at the recommendation of the visitor office by the hockey coliseum. The place i wanted to go to was closed. I wanted bbq. The pulled pork from a giant hog they claimed; was good but too peppery for me. The bbq sauce was meh. The beans and mac n cheese were good. Music was very good. I went to several floors. read more

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Had the best day with Graham at Chiefs! Everyone go visit and tell him we sent you! They need more bartenders like him! read more

Local Nashvillian- we came for lunch on a February Saturday to try out the hot chicken special. No problem getting a table. Our server was kind to us and replenished our drinks without asking, which I love. Hubby got the hot chicken sandwich and loved it, I got it too but with the Alabama white sauce and it was awesome! The two pieces of chicken were huge and I couldn't finish it. We each got a side, loved my potato salad but did not care at all for the mac and cheese. Rodney Scott hits home runs here! We are so glad we came and tasted a few things. The dining area is small but we scored a booth overlooking Broadway and it's fun to watch the crowd down below. Restrooms were nice and clean, and it's a fun place to try. read more

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Chief's is a must-stop if you're exploring Broadway! The vibe is pure Eric Church--each floor has its own personality, from live music and memorabilia to a chill jazz-club vibe on the second level. It's a multi-level experience that stands out among the honky-tonks. The real gem? The rooftop bar. Gorgeous city views, plenty of seating, and Rodney Scott's BBQ make it feel like a hidden oasis above the chaos. I had the pulled pork sandwich and a cocktail while soaking in the skyline--absolutely worth it. Only reason it's not a full five stars? The main floor can get super crowded, and seating/view of the stage is a little limited unless you're lucky. But if you head upstairs, you'll find your sweet spot. Great music Delicious rooftop BBQ Stunning views Energetic, fun crowd Would definitely return! read more

The doormen/security??? were so RUDE!!! I asked them to smile and they treated me like I was a criminal!!! Really? Set the tone. We love Eric Church but was very disappointed to be treated like that. we left. Funny... no name tags and they wouldnt tell us their names....hmmmm but i know who they are!!! read more

Nope, officially my least favorite place in Nashville and I am up to over 45 stops for food and drink. Bartender stole cash essentially, or did math very wrong- but what can you do on Broadway... and then the inside isn't very cool or fun on the first level- I can't ever seem to get there with the rooftop open which is what I want to see there but I don't think I'm going to even try anymore, there was a nice level on 5 that was Ashley McBrides and it was intimate and had a good musician solo read more

LOVED Cody Atkins and his partner on floor 2 where they played their original music for hours. Was so chill and welcomed intimate feel. Loved the decor all throughout!!!!! The rooftop was beautiful and we can't wait to see Ashley McBryde's new bar on the 5th floor. Opening in late August/early September 2025! read more

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Rude is being nice. Didn't smile at the front door gents and lifted my purse for them to check inside when asked (which others in our group were not asked to do) and was told I wasn't being "polite"and could leave. Hmm. I was rude because I complied? Interesting. Also know the pulled pork looked like canned cat food and everyone in our group who ordered it didn't eat it. Suggest you scratch it off your list but if you want to be bullied by little men with big attitudes and eat really bad food - Good luck! read more

This was our first time in Nashville, and we chose Chief's after a long day of flying. The signage outside is a little confusing. Ask the bouncers outside for the restaurant, and you will be directed to the fifth floor. The service was great, so were the drinks. The cornbread was a little dry, as well as the chicken in the sliders, but overall, it was a good first dinner in Nashville. read more

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Excellent band on the first floor as always. But the rooftop bar had absolute garbage, computer generated techno-pop blasting in a town known for country music. They should have piped the 1st floor band sound to the roof. People weren't lasting 5 m I nutes up there read more

This is a really cool bar on Broadway There is something for everyone here Many floors - different vibe on each one Good service read more

Don't bring the family!! Bring your bae!! This place blew me away with the quality of the food!! Best smoked wings on Broadway! Burnt ends were amazing!! This place rocks COUNTRY!! Don't miss happy hour with the Buzzard on Friday read more

Chief's - Smoked wings are amazing - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee