I am assuming they were short staffed the day I came. It was a long wait for someone take our order. They don't have any misting fans or anything so you are going to exposed to the elements. The drinks are just okay. There are multiple rooftop bars in the area so try the other places before you come here. read more

Rare Bird - Starling - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Rare Bird is a must visit while downtown. Love the vibe, it's friendly, music is great, cocktails are delicious and amazing and great views. It gets packed later on in the evening. Stopped in during happy hour and stayed into the night. read more

Rare Bird - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I came for a staycation and have not been disappointed. Rare bird had a nice HH special and I thoroughly enjoyed the bed and onion soup and Brussels sprouts. The service was kind of shoyw, but only because it was one person behind the bar and his hand was broken. The outside balcony area was nice, and I'm sure it's great when the fireplace is on. Great view of the Batman building and the new/old Titans stadium. I'll be back for HH tomorrow read more

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I loved everything about Rare Bird except the service. We found this adorable spot by accident. We wandered up to a cozy al fresco cafe and were impressed. Small but full of character, we looked forward to an afternoon cocktail with a view. The orange floral decor met us right at the elevator. Several seating areas with sofas and a huge fireplace and a large bar in the middle offered plenty of seating options. We sat at the bar out of the sun. Two young bartenders watched us arrive and get seated as they chatted next to the bar. We waited over 5 minutes as they continued to giggle and chat. I made eye contact a couple of times to no avail. Finally one of the girls walked over and provided service that seemed against her will. No greeting, no smile, no thank you. They went back to chatting behind the bar bent over with elbows on the lower counter and the tops of theirs heads or backs to the customers, depending on where you were sitting. Our bartender never came back, so we left after our cocktail. Our drinks were unimpressive, but given the attitude of the bartender, I was not surprised. The lackluster service and unprofessional behavior did not dim the many positive elements going for Rare Bird. The river view, talented musician and wonderful clientele made this hidden gem worth another chance. I will definitely stop in again and hope the staff has upgraded. read more

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A friend recently introduced me to Rare Bird, and I'd definitely consider this my new go-to for cocktails in Printer's Alley. Located at the top of Noelle hotel, we popped up for a couple of drinks after checking out the new Lona restaurant downstairs. We visited on a rainy winter weeknight, and while the rooftop patio wasn't open, the view of Downtown Nashville was still gorgeous. We were one of only two groups at the bar that night, but the bartender still made us feel welcome. They have a few craft cocktails and snacks available on their menu, but we asked the bartender if she could make us some Spicy Margaritas, and she was able to whip them up with zero issues. We also put in an order of their Truffle Fries, which were perfectly crispy, and the portion size was made to share. The only thing that struck us as a little odd was that the bar closed at 8 PM. I have a feeling these might be their winter hours, but we would've loved to stick around for another round if they'd stayed open. read more

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We came for "Elevated Hours" which is Tuesday from 5pm to 7pm. Instead of their usual menu, they have "bartender is the expert" menu. You choose the spirit type, the flavor profile, and what glass you want it in. And then the bartender makes something to your preferences. The bartenders REALLY make the experience here, and if you're someone who likes new flavors, you'll love this weekly event. They can't do this system for mocktails. They'll ask you to choose a regular-menu mocktail if you're not boozing. Lots and lots of seating up here, but most of it is group-style couch seating. Nothing really made for just two people, but you'll have space for groups of 4 to 8. The bar itself (and its seating) is covered from the sun, but all group and non-bar seating is out under the sun. During this 5pm to 7pm period in June, however, the gigantic skyscraper a few blocks away blocked the sun itself, so so it was less hot than it could have been. There's a tall glass barrier/fence along the perimeter of the bar, so you don't get a ton of breeze up here. This probably makes the bar more tolerable in chillier months, but it actually pretty hot in the middle of summer. They have full, clean restrooms right next to the bartop. You don't have to go to another floor or head back into the hotel itself. Bartenders were VERY knowledgeable and speedy. When I saw they had Pimms No. 1, I asked our server, Brian, if he could make a drink focused on Pimms, and he did fantastically. I think the Elevated Hours are probably a time when the bartenders get to use some of their creativity. All of the drinks I ordered were on-the-mark with the requests I made. They also provide finger snack foods during their Elevated Hours. They were absolutely delicious, and it makes me want to try the other restaurants located in the Noelle. read more

Chill rooftop on top of the Noelle, which is a beautiful hotel in the lobby with historic details. The truffle fries pair great with a cocktail overlooking the city in a calmer part of downtown. Bartenders were nice and there's a good amount of options on the menu! read more

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Perfect for a quiet roof top get away, with a great view of the river & the new titans stadium. Service was attentive & the cocktails delicious read more

Mitch could be the most talented best bartender in Nashville. great views too! I'm coming back

Came here with my girlfriends for the first time. I have been wanting to try this place for a while now. I loved that theyhad fur coats available so that you can enjoy the rooftop and still stay warm. We ordered our drinks and food at the bar. Hung out there for a bit before migrating outside. The outside setup is very cute, there's 2 wood burning fire places plus multiple heaters. We were able to stay nice and warm. We came on a Wednesday night and wasn't super busy...the bartender was very attentive and the staff made sure they kept adding wood to the fireplace for us to enjoy. The service was great. We shared the chicken and caviar and fries. It was most of our first time having caviar and it wasn't bad. I would order it again. Since we ordered caviar we were able to go to the hidden bar downstairs and skip the line. I will definitely be back. read more

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Dylan's the best server- top tier drinks and prompt service. great views, even better drinks

Dylan is the best server I've met in Nashville. The guy made the dirtiest martini I've ever seen In my life. Just how I asked. Definitely recommend this date night spot and ask for Dylan. read more

This place is a true gem and a great hidden spot. My dentist in Arvada recommend it ( like WTH...but she knows) The true secret of Nashville are the very chill rooftop bars with their cool quiet vibe and spectacular views. Now Rare bird doesn't have great service...like we would have never gotten a cocktail if we hadn't barreled up to the bar...but in a way it is great that you can just hang and not have to have a drink pushed down you ever 10 minutes. Cocktails are great...very well made. You can actually relax and have a quiet conversation here. Perfect for pre drinks before a show at the Ryman Now the secrets out...good luck Y'all. read more

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Located on the rooftop of Noelle Hotel. Unfortunately it was raining the night we came, but it looked like a really nice space. The drinks were not my favorite, it tasted to me like perfume/herbal. read more

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Super cool spot to go at night. I highly recommend staying at the Noelle Hotel so you can be close to all the super cool bars that are at this building. Rooftop has a fireplace, comfy chairs and blankets if it's cold. Everyone working at this hotel, including this bar were very nice. Drink menu looked good, I had an Aperol Spritz and it was delightful. read more

A go-to spot when a venture downtown! An espresso martini or margarita with a view like that is just unbeatable! I've always had great service, plus pretty good food! read more

Rare Bird - Rare Bird Fries - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Rare bird is the rooftop bar at the top of the Noelle hotel. They have a huge bar and plenty of seating around with a fantastic view. Also excited to go back when it's a little cooler and see the 2 fireplaces they have in action. The drinks were very good and the bartenders were great! Food was amazing! The Nashville hot cauliflower wasn't actually hot, but it was very good with lots of butter. The Noelle Angus Burger was delicious and was paired with amazing fries! Go for the great view and a good time! read more

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This is a really wonderful location. The views are exceptional and they have a real wood fire place that adds to the atmosphere. I love the smell of a wood fire in the chilly weather. Tyler was our bartender and made some delicious old fashions and a tasty Sazerac. He was nice enough to ask how I wanted the Sazerac which told he knows his craft- no pun intended. Very nice and cozy location, great drinks and amazing views. read more

Rare Bird at the Noelle Hotel has a secret weapon: Brittney. She is THE mixologist you want making your drink. I gave her one clue -- my liquor of choice -- and she somehow crafted an absolutely epic cocktail like she read my mind. She stands out in every possible way: talent, creativity, energy, the whole thing. Her talent and intuition are unmatched. She's a star, leadership should take note--she's someone to cultivate! I'll come back just to see her. A true gem of Nashville! Ask for her! read more

Had a great evening at Rare Bird Saturday night. Fantastic views, good drinks and GREAT music by Jas & Ray. Plenty of space to accommodate our large group. Would definitely go back! read more

Here on a Sunday. Ordered the Early Bird and the Snow bird cocktails. Both amazing! We also had the truffle fries. Delicious!! Bartender made the drinks on point. The view faces the Titan Stadium and the Batman building. Some people expect more from the view. I thought it was perfect. It's a bit more cozy and not loud which we loved. Will definitely be coming back. read more

Rare Bird - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Rare Bird was a backup plan since the original bar we were trying to go to was packed! We were told it was decorated like a "winter wonderland" but was disappointed when we got up there and there wasn't much winter or wonderland. That's not the reason for the 3 stars though. The bar area is covered and with heaters, so it was perfect since it was a very cold (30's) night. There are also two fire places outside and blankets on the lounge chairs to enjoy the evening. Our original plan was to sit by the fireplace with blankets, but all the chairs and blankets were wet. So, we sat at the bar by the heater. The cocktails and beers were priced about average to any other city and/or nice hotel. They also offer food, but we didn't eat there. There were 3 bartenders that night, so we were served pretty quickly. The bartender that took our order looked as though she had injured one of her fingers because it was wrapped and she was holding the wrapping with her other finger. It was clear she either was hurt or it wasn't wrapped properly because when she started making our cocktails she really only used one hand. It was obvious that she was struggling. Once she was done, the cocktails we had were definitely boozey but the flavors were not there. The second half of our party ordered the same drinks but from a different bartender. When their drinks were done, it was obvious they were not made with the same process. When trying their drinks, they were balanced and flavorful. While I don't mind getting more alcohol for the price, I still want the drink to taste as it is intended. I understand that accidents happen (you get a cut, burn, etc.) but don't try to struggle through it and present mediocre product instead of going to get it properly taken care of. After our bartender served our drinks, she went back and took care of her finger. I know in a service based job where majority of your wage is from tips, it's tough to stop, but the bar was not that busy. read more

Very disappointed by the drinks here. I ordered a dirty martini and my wife ordered a Manhattan. Both were bad, especially considering they were $16+. The view is cool, but not worth it if you are looking for a quality cocktail. Also the bartender had a terribly sour attitude. read more

Rare Bird - Nasty martini and gross Manhattan - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Went when it was supposed to be "snow bird" but it didn't feel wintry at all. Enclosed bar, no outside fires turned on (on a Saturday evening), not very festive. (Very easy to find another holiday bar that is nearby) Price of drinks & apps were high but expected for hotel rooftop. Had truffle fries, tasty but not necessarily recommending them unless you really need a snack. Sat at the bar, easy quick service. read more

Rare Bird is the rooftop bar of the Noelle which is quickly becoming one of my favorite hangs downtown. They have a relaxed vibe with couches, oversized chairs, a fireplace, and a large bar with seating there as well. It can get packed on the weekend but I like it as either a place to start the night with or end the night with as it is pretty close to Printers Alley and to Broadway. There is a great view of both the Nissan Stadium and the Batman Building. Their drinks are also great but they can be on the pricey side ($13/cocktail). My favorite is the riviera spritz since i like grapefruit. The bartenders are nice as well although at times I've noticed they can get short handed because when someone orders food they have to go down the elevator to get it (must be a better way!) I passed one of the bartenders going down to the kitchen as I was going up to the rooftop bar then saw him riding back up 10 minutes later and felt bad that he had that hassle. Rare Bird is probably best in warmer weather days to take in the full view and relax but it's a great spot nonetheless. read more

Rare Bird - View from the rooftop - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Really cool rooftop bar on the top of a hotel. The bar was a little hard to locate since it is on the rooftop. You'll need to look for the Noelle hotel. Walk into the front doors of the hotel, and there will be signs leading you to an elevator that will take you up to the rooftop. (You could also take the stairs too, but I think it's 11 floors.) There's a nice wrap around bar with TVs at the rooftop bar. The edges of the rooftop are all lined with glass panels, so you can still get a great view of Nashville. There is plenty of bar seating and little areas for groups. Do take in mind though, these group areas only seat a maximum of 6 people. We did squeeze in a 7th though. Here's what I ordered: - Wild & Lovely Mule - I love Moscow mules, so anything with the word "mule" in it usually gets my attention. This drink was made with vodka, ginger, hibiscus, vanilla bean, and lime. It was a pretty light/bright drink. I probably wouldn't get it again and would go with my typical Moscow mule. - The L+L Burger - There is so much going for this burger. Bacon jam. Caramelized onions. Smoked American cheese. A tasty burger though I felt like it was on the salty side. Pretty cool rooftop bar. Check it out if you are looking for a great view of the city! read more

Great spot for drinks before going downtown! Awesome view and bartenders are super nice read more

Rare Bird - Espresso Martini - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This is one of my go to rooftop bars. The drink menu changes seasonally. For me, it's an oasis from the Broadway bar vibe. Great for a date night with awesome views of downtown. I'm glad they've added more food options to the menu. On my most recent visit, they had a DJ on a Sunday afternoon. The hours can be a bit hit or miss especially after reopening since the pandemic, so I'd recommend double checking in advance before heading here. read more

Rare Bird - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

The Rare Bird is a bar on the top of the Noelle hotel. It has a great view of Nissan Stadium and there are plenty of cozy spots around the fireplaces. I found it to be a little underwhelming compared to photos I've seen of the bar. However, my drinks were delicious and the staff was friendly. I'll definitely be back. read more

Tip - valet parking is free if you are visiting Rare Bird. This is much cheaper than parking in a garage or a lot. Just make sure to give the valets a few dollars as this is how they make their living. Rare Bird is a super cute venue with phenomenal views of Nashville. Recently I was in Nashville for a bachelorette party and on our last day we had some time to spare prior to heading to the airport so we decided to try somewhere new so we came here. One huge negative, which isn't the hotel's fault, is the taxes the City puts on hotel restaurants/bars. A craft cocktail ranges around $12, which is reasonable for an upscale rooftop bar. However, once tax and tip (service was top notch) is included you are paying almost $20 a drink. It's a shame the City does this because it's the customers/tourists that suffer the most. Rare Bird does offer a small menu on the weekends. My party ordered a few plates to share and all were all full of flavor. I highly recommend visiting Rare Bird. Go have a cocktail (try their frozen Rose sangria) and enjoy the spectacular views this bar has to offer. read more

Rare Bird - Restroom - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Ummm sadly very underwhelming :/ It's waaaayyyy smaller than it looks in the pictures. There's really only three small seating areas if you're with a group. Then the bar obviously. The servers were super great, but like I had one cosmo and it was 16 dollars......so...... Happy I went, not dying to go back. read more

We didn't get to try the food but the lady next to me had wings that looked delicious and she said they were very good and highly recommended it. The view that comes with this place is GORGEOUS!! the scenery is 10/10! Makes you appreciate downtown Nashville soo much more! The cleansiness of the area is sub par. They don't pick up quickly at all and one of the people in my group notified them of the glass that broke from the wind after guest had left and he didn't even clean it up properly!! Now to the most important part of the review, the server. Service here is not the best at all. I'm here with a group of women and the way they treated them was not good! Also the way they made some of our drinks compared to other patrons were made was VERY INCONSISTENT!! Imagine ordering the same drink as another person in your group and they taste entirely different. The bar tenders arent the kindest and most welcoming. They also take FOREVER!!! Only reason they have 2 stars is cause the view and my drink was made correctly. If it wasn't for this view 1 star!! read more

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Stayed at the Noelle and tried to visit the rooftop on a Saturday night but it was closed for a private event. Bummer. We ended up going there for something to eat on Sunday. There were no seats left at the bar so we sat at a couch. It was VERY hot and sunny. The food and service were both good. View was nice but I think there are rooftops with better views. read more

Rare Bird - Avacado Toast - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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3.5 stars Located in Noelle hotel. Middle of downtown Nashville. A bit confusing looking for the elevator if you never been inside before. I'm pretty sure the concierge used to having guess lost looking for the elevator and he knew exactly to direct us the left, straight down the hall to the end. The elevator to the left and press the 'R' for the rooftop. Once out of the elevator your greeted by a hostess and kindly direct you to the bar or if you prefer a lounge kinda place. Love the scenic views. Nashville iconic Batman building right next to you. Never gets old for the viewers and pictures. Menu has a few food selections. A friend ordered some shrimps with pickled sauce. Didn't look appetizing. I opted for just a cocktail drink. Being such a girlie girl. The color of the drinks was in my favor. But the Drinks wasn't strong for the bucks I paid. While sipping and enjoying the scenic view of Nashville. This spot was the chill spot of a Sunday afternoon. read more

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Fist time here and now on the go to list! Great location with great rooftop bar and patio. read more

Keroles is the veritable bomb-diggity. He and I created a new craft cocktail called the Ciiro, that's a delicous combination of bourbon, Benedictine, and Campari. I have named it after his hometown. Come here for matchless views of Nashville, the Cumberland River, and the crankin downtown scene. Stop in, grab a custom cocktail from Keroles, checkout the killer view, grab some tasty grub, and have a great time with your best friends. @isthatkeroles read more

Rare Bird - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

So, it's a rooftop bar on an expensive downtown hotel. I'm going to say the drinks were expensive? yes, but expected I guess. Beer was $8 and wine was $14 The view (which is what you pay for) was good. River down below. Otherwise, can't see much of the street "scene" on Broadway. Service was good. there were some fireplaces that some lucky folks had commandeered, but rest of seating around was decent. Sports TV's going, so you won't miss football. read more

Stayed at Noelle and decided to check out the rooftop bar. Rare Bird did not disappoint. The servers were great and the views were amazing. My wife ordered a glass of Pinot Noir while I ordered a Hippies and Cowboys beer. Both were great. My only complaint was seating away from the bar was limited and that is what makes this place so special. Also, people were leaving and not cleaning up after themselves. Overall, we had a great experience at Rare Bird. read more

Rare Bird - Tennessee Titans stadium - Lounges Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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View were amazing here, but the service was not good (slow and kind of rude) and the drinks were subpar. We also ordered a side of fries which were clearly not fresh. Probably won't be back here. read more

Dylan is 5 star gentleman. All Smiles and good vibes from this bartender- stellar energy. The scene is fantastic, quality crafted cocktails, food tasty. Definitely recommended and if you're lucky, the bartender will serenade you while you sip cocktails read more