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    Drifters

    4.0 (324 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    DRIFTERS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Juke Box
    Divey
    Casual

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    Mary A.

    We stopped here as part of a food tour. We loved the "dive bar" feel and food was good! The bushwhacker was tasty and we would love to visit again in the area.

    1/3 rack of ribs shown in menu however they said they have never offered it!
    Michael F.

    Rude on the phone and said they didn't offer what was printed on the website menu. As a visitor from another state I was looking for the Tennessee hospitality however not here even when the manager got on the phone it got worse. I'm sure there are many other place that have fine bbq. They were so short with me and condescending ( the manager)

    Ronn S.

    I'm getting ready to leave Nashville but had to stop and find a hole in the wall rib joint and Drifters was absolutely perfect. The Staff service was great and late afternoon was not a busy time so I was served my food quickly. I ordered a 1/2 rack of their St. Louis ribs with a side of coleslaw and baked beans with their home made barb sauce. Every part of the meal was scrumptious, the rib meat fell right off the bone and had wonderful flavor with their sauce. The home made baked beans and slaw were a perfect combo. My desert was a frozen Brushwacker a combo drink with 151 rum, light rum, chocolate and coffee liquor , cream of coconut and milk. Wow it was tasty on this hot afternoon .... So again if you're passing through Nashville and want so authentic local ribs - it's a must do!!! until next time, bon appétit! Ronn just Ronn The whole in the wall food guy! If you like my reviews, follow me as a friend on Yelp, be safe. Have a great day.

    Brisket Sandwich
    Jenessa H.

    We sat outside since it was nice out. The band playing was a nice touch! We both got the brisket sandwich. I do wish the sauce was tossed with the brisket, and there was a bit more than just meat in the burger. However, those are just my personal preferences. The service was great!

    The teaser was teasing
    Juices2240 S.

    We stopped here on our food tour. Didn't have enough food to actually give a real review. Will say the hot chicken wing we had was good. The staff was friendly. We stopped by around 2pm and the place was empty but clean.

    Pulled pork,  smoked chicken and brisket with a Mezcal margarita (on point) YUP!!! ALL GONE!!!
    Gio R.

    Food was absolutely delicious. Empty plates all around. My waiter, Sean, was just freaking marvelous. I told him I had my Frenchie with me and without asking, Sean provided my little guy a bowl of ice water. Sean went above and beyond as far as service goes. We are visiting from NYC and Sean made us feel VERY comfortable and at home. I had the 'Cue sampler. Pork, chicken and brisket. Delicious. The wife had the pulled pork salad and my aunt the chicken platter. Everything was delicious and we all finished every. Thank you Sean for helping to make this a terrific experience. See you soon.

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    Drifters is one of our local favorites! If you are looking for a laid back environment with decent food, live music and good service this is your spot.

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    Brisket was cold for everyone at the table and when we got the wrong beer basically got told it is what it is. Staff was friendly.

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    The food, the service, the location, the music,the vibe was all on point! I would come back in a heartbeat!

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    Angie is the best! She's so friendly and professional and is always happy to chat about what's going on around town.

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    Great food and service. Staff was friendly and accommodating of our early arrival. Would definitely dine here again!

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    Is there dedicated parking?

    There is a pay by the hour lot across the road/alley from them.

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    Review Highlights - Drifters

    Some of my favorite menu options are the BBQ nachos, hush puppies, corn dogs, ribs, and actually I love their fries!

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