It does not get much better than The Green Hour…read more I'll admit I am biased, this is literally next door for me. However the menu that has been crafted here is a demonstration in cocktail excellence. Whether you're an absinthe expert or a newbie you will feel right at home. There's plenty of ways to expand your horizons with seasonal or specialty menus but there's also a plentiful menu of mainstays that make this an essential pre/post outing stop for me and my crew. Paired with chocolates from its daytime counterpart Tempered, this is truly a great sipping experience. One of my favorite places to drink in the city of Nashville.

My wife & I stumbled upon this gem a few years ago while looking for a quality chocolate shop…read more Little did we know that this place would introduce us to absinthe and chocolate pairings & ultimately become our favorite date night spot. Such a unique vibe & different from a traditional cocktail bar, but highly recommend coming here (early since it gets crowded) and letting the amazing staff give you suggestions on things to try.

Mother's Ruin in Germantown is a great spot for dinner and drinks or a place to stop before going…read moreout. The whipped feta is definitely a must order. It comes with a lot of bread and is so good. Their smashburger is also really good, and the waffle fries are amazing. The drinks are a highlight too. I loved the skinny margaritas, and the frozen blackberry mule was so good. They have a really nice patio that's perfect for hanging out. The only downside is that I feel like they close the patio/space a little early around 10 PM, and after that the inside gets extremely packed and it's hard to move around. The mozzarella sticks were good, but a lot of them were missing cheese, which was disappointing. Overall, still a really fun spot with great food, drinks, and atmosphere. Definitely worth checking out for a casual dinner or drinks before heading out.

Love! We stopped in after dinner because we had always heard about Mother's Ruin. We are kicking…read moreourselves for waiting so long! It was such a fun environment on a Saturday evening. The bartender, AJ, was hustling but still found time to be welcoming and attentive. Our cocktails were great - we had one of their signatures as well as a mezcal margarita. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend it for an update classic bar feel.

Sidecar is a great spot to meet up and hang out. Lively vibe, intense red lighting, large bar, nice…read moreselection of drinks and a limited menu that offers some shareable items. The Hot Noods, not something I'd expect to find at a bar, were VERY good! This ramen dish was fairly simple, but had enough to make it filling and a great base for the night! Friendly bartenders and helpful staff all night. This place is relatively small and fills up quick, but that helps create an awesome neighborhood atmosphere that kept our group coming back!

Very good espresso martini! Nice service. Feels a bit like a sports bar but it's a good…read moreneighborhood bar option!

Upscale cocktail bar with a moody mermaid and under the sea vibe. Truly loved the aesthetic…read more I feel as though this may be more of a reservation place as the woman seemed a little thrown when we walked in, but we were sat almost immediately and she was receptive to requests. Our waitress was extremely attentive the whole experience. My cocktail and my friend's mocktail were both great. The menu had some wonderful options. We did not dabble in the food but it looks like an oyster lovers dream.

First, the ambiance was very special. This was our first time coming here, and for some reason we…read morethought it was going to be like a little seafood shack. It was sooo much more! It's a fairly big place with a bar, couches, fireplace with a HUGE beautiful fire, cocktail tables, and cozy booths. Dark, candlelight, this place has a vibe! 5 stars for atmosphere for sure! The service was not great, unfortunately. It was just so slow, every step took FOREVER. We would have gotten dessert but the waitress never came back. I finally stood up, put my jacket on, and stood next to our table, as a hint that we were ready for the check. 3/5 stars for service. Now the food. Do you see those fries?? They are some of the most unique fries I've ever had. Crispy AND chewy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside. Served with bernaise, these alone are worth coming back for! The burger fell flat IMO. My husband liked it better than I did, but it didn't have much flavor. Some might say it needed ketchup, but for me it was more than that. It was a case where it seemed to have all the right ingredients but didn't "pop". It comes out wrapped in paper which is a fun touch, but didn't seem that hot and also was a little soggy, which made me wonder how long it sat before they brought it. We wanted ketchup for the fries too, BTW, but the server never came back to check on us. My husband's NY sour was a little strange. We love different "takes" on classic cocktails, but this one just didn't work. The waitress seemed unsure as to whether they could make this drink, and maybe she was correct. 3.5 stars for cocktails/food. We will definitely come back. My hope is that the burger was just a one-time miss and that next time it will be perfect. We also want to try the smoked fish dip. Such a cool neighborhood spot!

One of my favorite clubs in Nashville. The only place that doesn't play country music which I love…read more I love when they play hip hop & top 40's. You can check out the calendar to see what they're playing for the night, the ambiance in there is great-definitely a mix of LA & New York. It's a mix crowd which I love. The manager & all the staff there are very welcoming, I normally reserve a table there when I go & the prices are very reasonable.

Nashville's lounge revolution continues. We've gotten Nashville's take on Brooklyn, LA and Vegas…read more the back corner is very Miami Beach. When I walked in I, immediately, thought of Haven (RIP https://www.yelp.com/biz/haven-miami-beach-2). From the LED wall to the music to the drinks to the vibe... I didn't feel like I was in Nashville anymore. the back corner stands out and gives Middle Tennesseans something that's not readily available in this area. If you're in the mood for a little coastal cosmopolitanness (is that word? It's not a word), the back corner is about to be your new favorite place. The neighborhood gets things moving in the right direction. For as much as Germantown has (scenic streets, fancy high rises, coffee, good eats) it didn't have a nightlife destination. Putting one here makes a lot of sense. Building off the 5th & Taylor imprint, the back corner starts off fancy (but not pretentious) and builds to memorable. Upon entry, the first thing you notice is the LED wall and stage. With a changing display of electronic intoxication, you're drawn into a world far away from Lower Broad. If you can break your gaze away from the stage, you'll notice the upper and lower lounge seating. Intimate, cozy and a bit mysterious, the seating at the back corner lets you decide whether you want to be front & center or if you're rather sit back and take it all in. You can be as public or private as you'd like. If indoor seating isn't your thing, make your way outside to enjoy the fire pit and Germantown night sky. Just do us all a favor and refrain from smoking. Seeing cigarette butts along the patio or by (in??) the fire pit is not sexy and very off-brand. All the above said and noted, the back corner is not a huge space -- which is a plus and minus. It's a plus because it never becomes the cavernous mess of bass and desperation. The minus is crowds gonna crowd and with a lot of people, the space will be tight. I don't know how to fix that. I suppose a velvet rope and waitlist will keep crowds at bay but neither feels very Nashville. Hmm... Another minus (relating to the size) is that there's only one bar. One bar in a space this cool is a bit tight. I know the space behind the bar isn't huge but I would staff it with 3 bartenders at a time so as to keep up with the crowd. Because you're going to want to drink. A lot. The cocktail program at the back corner is a bit unusual for Nashville -- and very Miami. Expect rum, colors and a boozy punch. Actually, the menu could use a punch. Get on that, tbc. Re drink progression... start with the gimlet. It's pretty to look at and refreshing to drink. All the mixers, juices, etc. are made in house so you're getting quality fare. From there, hit the No. 4 and, then, the No. 2. If you're still upright, drink some water. Water? Who am I kidding? Cocktails! You're in Miami, [redacted]! Well, sorta. If you need some noshes, 5th & Taylor is serving up bites. Don't come here for dinner. Who eats food? Let the music and booze nourish your body. As perfect as the back corner is for DJ sets, live music (this *is* Nashville, after all) works as well. the back corner isn't the Downtown dance club people have wanted for a (looooong) while. But it is a welcome addition to the city's nightlife scene and, very possibly, you're new favorite place to go. Bienvenidos a Nashville.

A New Neighborhood Favorite!…read more We're exploring our new neighborhood and decided to give 5th & Taylor a try -- and we're so glad we did! From the moment we sat down, everything was fantastic. We started with cocktails, and both the margarita and Greyhound were perfect. Really well balanced, refreshing, and delicious. We shared a few starters, including the beets and the chopped salad. The chopped salad was such a unique presentation and was absolutely delicious. For our entrées, I had the duck, which was phenomenally cooked, while my partner had the braised short ribs -- quite possibly the best short ribs I've ever had! The service was excellent and very attentive without ever feeling overbearing, which made the entire evening feel relaxed and enjoyable. Such a great spot in the neighborhood. We can't wait to come back and try more of the menu!

Oh, this place is soooo good and worth the price!…read more I came here for a birthday dinner with a couple of friends and seriously you cannot go wrong with anything you order. We ordered some sausage cheddar biscuits, tomato pie, and bacon wrapped quail as appetizers and they were all delicious especially the tomato pie. Nobody had a bad word to say about entrees either! I ordered a seasonal sea bass dish and it was seriously one of the best things I have ever eaten. My husband got the short rib, and it was really tender and so yummy. If you're looking for somewhere to go for a special occasion this place will not disappoint.

My husband and I went here to celebrate my birthday. We were completely blown away by the whole…read moreexperience from start to finish! The biggest surprise of the night was the aged beef tartare. This dish was not something I normally order, but our waitress highly recommended it to try. It ended up being my favorite dish of the night. We also loved the lobster mushroom dish (disappeared so fast that I forgot to take a picture), the gemelli (which had a wonderful, surprising kick), and the heritage pork. Every detail about the menu, the atmosphere and service was so thoughtful and intentional. I couldn't have asked for a better way to celebrate my birthday in Nashville!

Another place with no name on the outside in a cute neighborhood. Once inside, we loved the…read moreintimate dining room, they were very welcoming and we enjoyed the view of the kitchen. Laine, our waitress was wonderful and explained everything on the menu and had some suggestions. The sourdough bread with seaweed butter was outstanding and the appetizer of Stracciatella with fresh english peas, prociutto and batarga was the highlight of the night. We had the Clam Linguine with clams, lardons, mandarin and chives and also the Rigatoni with the Heritage Pork Ragu that they are known for. Both were excellent. We had the Rubarb Cake for dessert which was unlike anything we've had before and really enjoyed it. We had heard great things about Rolf and Daughters and those opinions were reinforced by a special evening. We look forward to returning

Fun ass time. Enjoyed our little brunch w friends. Powerful time overall. Thank you!!!!read more

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.

Absolutely STELLAR. My fiancée and I had never had a proper oyster so we stopped by Henrietta Red…read morefor a quick Sunday brunch, and my word it was a transcendent experience. The oysters and their accoutrement were SO delicious!! A fantastic chorus of flavors and textures with every oyster. My palette isn't refined enough to tell the difference between each oyster, but they were all phenomenal. We also got the Caviar, the shrimp polenta, and of course, some truffle fries. Genuinely no misses across the whole meal. And our waitress was the kindest woman ever. She explained the oyster meta very clearly and helped us curate truly one of the best meals I've had in Nashville. Would HIGHLY recommend!

I mean, where do I start! My personal favorite fancy way to dine! Exceptional food and cocktails…read more Great happy hour deals. Try "my special dinner": a dozen of happy hour oysters and a Vespa! Service is great, good people, professionals and what they do and treat your orders with attention. Ambiance is fresh, beachy vibe of costal hospitality and love. Great date night venue but also I come here with my toddler for a mommy and baby dates or by myself and the mood is just right.

We come in about twice a month and have tried just about everything on the left side of the menu!…read moreOn happy hour, it's all half price. We still order the beet and watermelon salad on every visit, yet we added the tuna crudo this time. I searched pictures on the web prior to ordering the tuna and noticed it came in slices and looked good. Unfortunately, it was nothing like that. The tuna was sliced into small chunks and tossed in the dressing with cucumbers and kumquats among other things. The dressing was overpowering, and I've decided I don't like the taste of kumquats! I hardly tasted the tuna. Bummer. We will be back, yet we will stick to the amazing dishes we know and love!

Geist was amazing!…read more The atmosphere is truly one of the best in the city, especially when they have the place decorated for the holidays. On top of that, our server was hands down the best we've had in a long time. The drink menu was a little limited, but every cocktail we tried tasted really good. We started with the Caesar salad, and honestly that was the one miss of the night. It had a bit of a weird taste to it. Everything after that was fantastic though. I got the lamb chop and my fiancé got the filet, and both were cooked to perfection. For sides, the truffle fries and Brussels sprouts were standouts that I highly recommend. Will definitely be back!