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Hoppin’ River North

4.5 (23 reviews)
Closed • 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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Gregory B.

Got in day one. There are things to love about this place and things that are just plain average. So I split the difference. Atmosphere is very open and airy. There is a bar in the front and then a wall of taps around both sides of the middle. Ample seating in back and space to sit outside on the river. When the bridge from East Germantown is finished, this will be a very nice area of Nashville. At this point, it is a bit sparce (Shake Shack is the sole food option at this point). The experience is this. You check in at the front and give a card for your tab. You then get a bracelet that has a chip that stores your beer and drink choices. You are charged by the ounce and you decide how much you pour. Pricing is not Lower Broad, but definitely higher than other craft beer spots around town that don't offer pour your own options that allow any size you choose. For a full pint, you can expect to pay anywhere between $5.25 and $20 (the option here was an expensive Belgian beer). Overall the pricing is about 110% to 130% of standard pricing around town (non-downtown). I did analysis and you can see the sheet of the initial offerings here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/102gMqe0SaoFa24eRbllfqDNkrVOMe4VZzz01uvJY-Ns/edit?gid=0#gid=0 The main negative to me, as a beer nerd, is the menu is largely the usual suspects. There are a few standouts, but sans them rotating in a few unique crafts, I see very little reason to come over here before the bridge is built (before 2030, per the Oracle deal). As such, I wonder if the concept will get enough regulars and curiosity seekers to survive for 4 to 5 years. My girlfriend had a cocktail, which was nice. Prices on cocktails are more downtown, but not star bar, if that gives you a good barometer. There are also wines and cocktails on tap. Owner was on site and had a short conversation between him running to get things done. Also representatives from corporate, as this is a franchise. It is clear, from our conversation, this would be a decent franchise to run, with the caveat I put above. Plenty of parking and, as per my usual, I ended up not in the big parking lot as I found a rock star spot up front (meaning it is worth driving back and finding out if there are spots, unless you want to commit to a walk). As an experience, I would say you should try, if you have never done this before. NOTE: Unfortunately, I failed to get many pictures, other than taps, as I was filming for my YouTube channel, so I will have to get back to provide some.

Casey D.

Hoppin North is a self-pour taproom and social space that has quickly become one of my favorite weekend spots. The concept is simple but brilliant--you grab a card, explore a rotating wall of beers, ciders, and wines, and pour exactly what you want. What really sets it apart is how welcoming it is for dogs; they aren't just tolerated here, they're celebrated. Between the dog-friendly vibes, plenty of TVs for football, and a relaxed indoor/outdoor setup, it's the kind of place where Saturdays fly by. Whether you're posting up for the game or just hanging out with friends (furry or human), it's always a good time.

Nice cozy seating area on the side
Antwan S.

I had such a relaxing time after the longest week ever at this new place on the river . One of the best things about going here are the drink specials. 6.00 casamigo margaritas and they were strong. Also on the tap wall they offer wine and cocktails also . You pay by the liquid oz so you can drink as much or as little as you can . The owner and and workers were so nice and helpful with getting your wristbands set up for the taps . The river view is what makes this spot amazing and they are building a walkable bridge connecting this spot to Germantown. My wife and I enjoyed hoppin and we will be back and we will also go to the gulch location in the future.

Shawn C.

Fun place to enjoy good company, great employees, wonderful variety of pour-your-own beer/wine, cocktails and fantastic location on the Cumberland River watching the magical sunset! Large parking lot a block away with 2 free hours of parking. This location is very up and coming. Flatbreads available to order.

Amanda B.

I recently hosted a game day watch party at Hoppin River North, and had the best time! The event organization crew is the best! They are so easy to work with and great at communicating! Also, this is the best spot to watch a game, even if you wanted to do it causally. They have so many TVs and I think 4 different sound areas so people can listen and watch different games! The location has ample seating, a great view of the river outside, and is dog friendly! The food offered are flatbreads, and they as super tasty! My favorite I've tried is the buffalo chicken option! It's a perfect size to share with one person or a personal size if you are really hungry! The coolest feature is the self service taps. When you enter you'll check in at the desk and you'll give your ID and credit card and get a wristband. You'll use that wristband to tap under different drink selections and pour your own drinks, getting as little or as much as you want (I like to sample lots of different things). You'll get charged by the oz, and the prices are on the screen with the names (and if you tap them it will give a detailed description). I've been to this location twice now and the drinks are frequently changing! It's not only beer offered but seltzers, ciders, wine, cocktails, and they have a full bar! They have different cups for different drinks if you'd like a wine glass or copper mug! It's pretty affordable too! I think most drinks are somewhere around 50¢ or so an ounce. I usually do a lot of $1 samples and it's a generous amount to try and see what I like. Everyone that works here is so friendly, and the owners are awesome too! I can't wait to go back

Julie H.

Joining me for this review today is Jeff! See our attached vlog to see how you pour your own beers at Hoppin'. We loved the environment and visited on Music Bingo night. It's an open, airy space and has a great view overlooking the river. It's fun to scan the wristband and pick your beer, and to close out all you have to do is drop your wristband in a collection bin up at the front and they add a 20% tip. Remember all those frozen yogurt places that went under where you could pour your own froyo? It's like that. I liked being able to try half glasses before committing to a whole pint, which saves money as well. They also have a variety of great personal pizzas. There were street parking spots nearby with the first two hours free and Hoppin' has a QR code inside that adds another two hours free. Hoping they add even more local craft breweries as options. Overall had so much fun here!!

Lauren W.

Fun new self serve concept brewery on the riverfront in east! Near topgolf. The area is kind of weird at the moment because it's brand new and not much is there, just hoppin and Shake Shack. There is a big parking lot which is nice. You start a tab when you enter and get a wristband. You use the wristband to scan and self serve from 50 different taps! They have beer, seltzer, cocktails, wine, and even a CBD drink! During opening weekend you could order food from shake shack nearby. Not sure if this is permanent or if they will have their own kitchen eventually. There are plenty of tables inside and outside. Really enjoyed this spot!

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Great atmosphere! Awesome beer selection, entire staff is super friendly! Go for trivia night on Wednesday it is super fun!!

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Sedona Taphouse

4.4(559 reviews)
0.4 mi•Germantown
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This place is great. I really like that they have several affordable options (flat breads, burgers,…read moreetc) but also have expensive/fancy foods. Food is great, cocktails are amazing. Nice outside seating area, though it can be loud. Service is alway top notch. I've had several great experiences with the staff

Preface: I have had good experiences before and will stand by those. This review is only to speak…read moreto the service and experience I encountered this most recent visit. My fianceè stopped by for their Charity Monday dinner to get some great food and support a great cause. We were sat right away at the bar and told our server would be right with us. We sat for over 30 minutes without seeing a server or even a glass of water. Eventually, a waitress came up to us and said something along the lines of not knowing what happened to the other girl but she's our server now. We placed our orders and got our food in a decent timeframe. My fianceè had the steak and I had the salmon, both were very good as per usual. Towards the end of our visit we felt almost rushed out. We also noticed, for the first time, a built in 20% gratuity for Charity Monday. I honestly don't remember seeing this previously and it kind of felt hidden from us. Overall it was a very disappointing experience from what we are used to having from them. I understand that Charity Monday is very busy, but having a guest wait over 30 minutes to get a table touch and almost an hour to get food and drinks was pretty bad. On top of that, there seemed to be no empathy for the situation. Overall I'd say that the food is very good and it is worth the price you pay. We will be looking into other places to go for a Monday Happy Hour

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Sonny's Patio Pub and Refuge - Southern Jam Smashburger

Sonny's Patio Pub and Refuge

4.2(165 reviews)
0.6 mi•Germantown
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We visited Sonny's Patio Pub the day before Halloween, and the waitresses were dressed in fun…read morecostumes. The vibe was upbeat and relaxed, and the food and drinks were really good. We especially enjoyed the drink specials! Our service was just okay, though some of the other waitresses seemed more attentive than ours. There were several cool areas to sit and eat, plus a nice outdoor space to play cornhole (bags). Overall, it's a great choice for a laid-back meal and drinks near Germantown in Nashville!

I'm impressed with Sonny's. I can see where this is probably a great local hangout on the weekends…read moreand even more so during football season. While it's not a sports bar, there are plenty of TVs for viewing games, etc. The inside seating consists table/chair combos along with bar seating. It's very relaxed and casual atmosphere, perfect for a slow start to the day. On the backside of the building is a huge patio that contains seating plus I saw several games out there (think Cornhole, giant Connect-4, etc); the perfect setting for a fun time with friends. The menu is pulled on your phone via a QR code. As I was there on a Sunday, I ended up selecting items of their brunch menu. That said, their is also a menu for other times of the day/week. I ended going with the Sonny's Slam and added a short stack of Smiley Face Buttermilk Pancakes. Overall, the food was solid, definitely on par with what my expectations. The pancakes were nice and came with choice of flavor butter which is a really nice option. Based on the other times I saw on the menu, I definitely see myself returning here to catch a game and have some wings, etc.

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5th & Taylor

4.4(1.6k reviews)
0.6 mi•Germantown
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When I hear things like "mashed potatoes for the table" I'm 100% in. I didn't have a bad bite. We…read moreordered the sausage cheddar biscuits (note it only comes with four), Florida rock shrimp (the bread is for the sauce and you will want to dip the bread in the sauce), warm beet salad (surprisingly really good, even for the non beet lovers), fried chicken (good, but wouldn't need to order again), short rib (10/10), and mixed grill. Even though the mixed grill has each cut of meat listed we kept calling it mystery meat and loved every bite of it. We also ordered a side of Mac and cheese. I liked the mashed potatoes more than the Mac, but mixing the Mac and cheese and short rib was the ultimate move. For cocktails we ordered a mix of margaritas, cucumber gimlet (I would have ordered seven of these if it was socially acceptable), and beer. Our server tried to tell us we needed an entree for each person (6 of us), but we ended up with leftovers. Our server also mixed up running drinks and had a hard time with splitting the bill, but we can blame it on it being a busy Friday night. The building is an old warehouse of sorts and mixes art and modern touches wonderfully. We were in awe of the bathroom even. We walked to the restaurant, but I believe it's all street parking.

We came here for a Thursday night date night after hearing great things, and it definitely lived up…read moreto the hype! The atmosphere feels like an upscale neighborhood spot without being too fancy. Inside, there's great mood lighting, cool decor, and an overall great vibe. The noise level was perfect for having a conversation, which is always a plus for date night! My biggest complaint was how long it took for our drinks to come out, both times. I only ordered a glass of wine and Jonathan got a mixed drink, so I would have understood if it were really busy, but it wasn't. Thankfully, the food more than made up for it! The fall menu has all the cozy vibes, with hearty, comforting dishes. The hamachi on a thin potato chip was a standout, as was the bacon-wrapped quail with its delicious sauce. The dressing and the candied pumpkin seeds on the autumn salad were so fresh and honestly to die for. I'd eat that salad every day! Jonathan ordered the beef duo and said the meat was cooked very well, although there was a little too much sauce for his liking. He felt like it took center stage rather than letting the meat shine, but the sauce was delicious, so it's hard to complain! I got the short rib roast, and the meat was incredibly tender. The vegetables in the stew were also a nice touch. All dishes come with the fluffiest mashed potatoes that we ended up dipping in our sauces for the yummiest bite! Overall, we had a great experience, and the food definitely made us want to come back. We'd love to return and try more of the menu!

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Germantown Pub

3.8(293 reviews)
0.7 mi•Germantown
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First time in town. Sat on patio. Nice atmosphere. Staff, Maddy, was attentive but not overbearing…read more Even recommended a store nearby. Drinks Ordered: Pink Sands Sangria "really good", Spiked Berry Lemonade "STRONG", & Sunset Margarita "delish". Food Ordered: Housemade Spinach Dip "wonderful", Build Your Own Burger "amazing", Deep Fried Pork Chop sandwich "OMG", Germantown Pub Club "wowza" Had many leftovers. Will definitely tell our friends to stop by.

We traveled to Germantown specifically to try this pub after seeing it advertised online as having…read morenotable vegan options. Unfortunately, the experience did not live up to what was represented online. We ordered the fried mushrooms and Brussels sprouts, but the mushrooms were particularly disappointing. I took only one bite and immediately mentioned to the server that they were not prepared as described. After speaking with the server, we learned the mushrooms were coated in a breaded, fish-batter-style coating, which was not what we expected. Despite only taking one bite and expressing the issue, the mushrooms remained on our bill, which I felt reflected poorly on the customer service. Our second meal was a BLT with fries--fairly standard and acceptable. We were also disappointed to find that several vegan options advertised online, including jackfruit, were unavailable. The pub was busy, so there was a bit of a wait, but that seemed consistent with the hustle and bustle of a popular establishment. Pricing was moderate. The biggest issue was the disconnect between the vegan options advertised online and what was actually available and served. Keeping the menu current and clearly communicating ingredients and preparation would help avoid disappointment, especially for guests traveling specifically for the vegan offerings.

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4.3(677 reviews)
0.4 mi•Germantown
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Hidden gem that's easy to miss--but you won't want to miss! Service was quick and…read morefantastic--friendly and helpful. Quaint and cozy vibe. Burger is delicious. The Greg Brady is right up my alley with putting atypical items open sandwiches, even chip. You can imagine my delight in seeing a restaurant that has a burger with chips on the burger as part of the menu. And the Mac and cheese is on the burger too. "A" for creativity. Only two complaint, but neither will deter me from highly rating and recommending here highly: 1. Parking on location is tiny and fills up quickly. There's paid down the street. 2. Music is tad loud for my preference. Call me old, but would prefer it slightly quieter. Music choices were great, nonetheless! But as I said, still enjoyed myself and will still recommend Jack's.

Was recommended by a local to try this spot, specifically this location. Came on a Monday afternoon…read moreand got the Monday special and Cobra Kai with a side of fries. I think crinkle cut fries are the best cut of fries, but a lot of places mess them up because they don't fry them long enough. This place does it right. Super crispy on the outside but still fluffy inside. Both burgers were cooked well and came on a soft potato roll bun. I thought both were good, but I would say the Cobra Kai was the better one. It had a nice kick to it, and the jalapeño jam added some sweetness that went really well with the heat. They also give you a bottle of their house sauce that was kind of like a garlic aioli. It went really well with the burger and fries. Glad I took the local's recommendation. Would come back again.

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Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint - Germantown - Greg Brady with fries

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Neighbors Germantown - Wings, you will not believe the smoke

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3.7(133 reviews)
0.5 mi•Downtown
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Okay, it' a sports bar, and what do we grade a sports bar on, it's beer selection, it's tv's, it's…read moreservice, and it's appropriate foods upon which to munch. A+ A+A. As out-of-towners, what a gem this turned out to be. While I wish the local beer selection might have been deeper, it was fine. There were plenty of TV's, to watch any sporting event in which you might have had an interest. The service was exceptional, and this place was absolutely packed. We didn't eat all that much, but the items we tried, were not at all your typical bar food options. The smoke on the wings, absolutely incredible. The nachos with smoked pork, the finish on both the queso and the salsa, incredibly unique, a bit sweet which complemented the food overall. Had a great time, and this was absolutely, dumb luck that we picked this spot, what a pleasure!

I love this Neighbors location in Germantown. It's become one of my favorite casual spots because…read morethey have a huge patio that's perfect for bringing my dog. The staff is always super friendly and welcoming, and I honestly prefer this location over the Gulch because the patio is bigger and more comfortable. I think the food is also a little better here. The crispy buffalo chicken wrap is always a go to, and the Titan sandwich is another favorite. The service is consistently great, and I love that this location is a little more relaxed. This is definitely the Neighbors location I would recommend for larger groups. They have bigger outdoor tables, TVs outside, and it's usually not as crowded, making it a great spot to watch a game or hang out with friends.

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Busy bar on game day

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Nachos with smoked pork

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