It does not get much better than The Green Hour. 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. read more

The Green Hour - Absinthe Flight + Chocolate Pairing - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

My wife & I stumbled upon this gem a few years ago while looking for a quality chocolate shop. 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. read more

The Green Hour - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This place is truly a hidden gem of Germantown. The Green Hour is a handmade chocolatier by day and an absinthe bar (still with chocolate!) at night. Such a great experience. The ambience is dark and intimate (like a classic speakeasy), and the staff truly goes above and beyond with pairing chocolates with cocktails. I loved the Orange Balsamic and Lavender Hibiscus Chocolates. Did I mention the hand-crafted cocktails are incredible? They also have an impressive selection of about 15-20 absinthe varieties and offer three variety flights. The Dutch-style absinthe fountains are authentic antiques, so make sure you check them out! The staff is happy to explain how they work. I also had the chance to speak with them about their cocktail-creation process, and it's clear how much thought and intention go into the menu. I highly recommend this place for a date or a unique night out with friends in Nashville. read more

I love this spot! I've been there multiple times over the past few years and it's always a very cool hidden gem. I feel like I show people it often and am excited it's a true speakeasy when it comes to being completed hidden in daytime. I've done the absinthe service in the past but now I stick to the deliciously crafted cocktails. This is such a nice date or good friends outing. read more

Never a bad hour to hit up the Green Hour | we arrived right before it got BUSY and we were grateful to snag an empty seat outside on the small dog friendly patio. We ordered our chocolates and our cocktails inside then waited outside at our table for our order. We loved the chocolate truffles - each one super unique and tasty but not too sugary sweet. The two cocktails came out shortly after - both of which were excellent. I especially liked the Charred Hive, which came with a mini fire show, torching the rosemary. The mares de flores was also a pretty cocktail. While we loved the chocolates and the cocktails, even more so was the company. We did a lot of people watching with others sitting around us and it made us feel comfortable and like locals. As we were leaving, we noticed it got super busy and packed inside, so we were thankful to have scored our seat outside. Next time, I'll be back for the absinthe experience. Until then, I'll always remember that fun night out in Nashville sipping on cocktails and commenting on passersby at the Green Hour. read more

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This was such a cool and unique spot. A friend of mine recommended this place and I always trust his recommendations so I made sure to check it out while on my Nashville trip. All the tables were occupied on this Saturday night but luckily I was able to score 2 seats inside. With many drink option to chose from we decided to get the flight and let the bartender pick our pours. Each pour came with a chocolate to pair with. By getting 2 flights we had a total of 6 different absinthes. It was fun to try them all and enjoy some with the dripped sugar and some neat. We enjoyed it so much we also ordered a cocktail afterwards. I did read some reviews about the place getting packed and therefore service being slow, so make sure you go with plenty of time to enjoy the experience and ambience, since the place is small and seems to get packed especially on the weekends. I was not in a rush so had a great time, taking in all the absinthe green vibes and drinks. read more

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Amazing find in Nashville. Ubered here on a friend's recommendation and would go back in a heartbeat if back in Nashville. They have approximately 15-20 different varieties of absinthe and offer 3 variety flights. THe flights come with 3 truffles. I asked the friendly bartender to suggest the absinthe since I don't know anything about it, which he did, and then helpfully guided me through how to actually drink it. I did pick my own truffly types and they were amazing! read more

Had the best time here. Absinthe beginner but really enjoyed the flights and trying the local options! Chocolate pairings are INCREDIBLE. Will dream about it. Super cool vibes and the 2 bartenders were the best. Highly highly recommend if you want to switch up your typical cocktail. read more

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I love this place. The service is always excellent (I forget his name but the buzz-haired blonde bartender is super nice) and the absinthe/truffle flight is a tough experience to beat. I've had memorable experiences bringing out of town friends, relaxed dates, and hangouts with friends. It feels like a nice excuse to dress up a little bit and feel fancy, but that's definitely not required. For anyone looking to try absinthe for the first time, or anyone interested in comparing a few varieties head to head, this as a must visit. One of these days I'll try the cocktails instead of doing the flight, but the lure of chocolate is just too strong. read more

This is one of my favorite cocktail bar in Nashville because of how hidden it is! If you know, you know. I love bringing people from out of town because it is such a unique experience. During Green Hour, it's very dark and quite but is a great place to catch up with old friends and taste unique cocktails and truffles. They use the Dutch-Style Absinthe Fountain which they explain if you're new to the technique. The fountains are authentic and a little antique so I highly recommend getting an Absinthe drink. Feel free to ask what characteristics the absinthe has, they can have different rates. You can even try a flight if you want to experiment. The tables inside are limited, but that just adds to the quaint ambiance. You can forget you're in Nashville TN when you're here. Feels like Sherlock Holmes study or something. There is something for everyone, even if you're not into Absinthe (it's like black licorice), since it's not for everyone. The servers are so informative and will help you decide what to get based on your preferences. Each drink has its own truffle pairing for a couple more dollars, that compliment each drink so perfectly. By day, Green Hour is a chocolatier called Tempered, so they know what they're doing. This is a must-see in Nashville! read more

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We didn't plan to visit here but needed to kill time before dinner. It is a chocolate shop by day, absinthe bar by night. It looked like one of those places where you would be met with total pretentiousness - but that couldn't be further from the truth. I'd never tried absinthe and the sever was so kind and walked us through the experience. She didn't hover - showed us and then let us experiment. It was SO fun. They paired it with chocolates that were incredible (I seriously had to pause for several minutes after biting into one). The bartender even came over afterwards and chatted with us about the history of absinthe. If you're looking for a fun adventure - definitely try this place! read more

The Green Hour - Water dropper for absinthe flight - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This is one of the coolest bars in the city. Chocolatier by day, absinthe lounge by night, The Green Hour is a speakeasy type with drinks that will put some pep in your step. The interior is intimate and gorgeous with a green hue (obviously), and the bartenders are family! All of the drinks are named after random family nicknames or events which I think is so unique! If you're looking for a hidden gem type of night out, check out this Germantown little stop. You won't regret it! read more

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Stumbled upon this gem after dinner in Germantown and it was a great find! The concept is an absinthe bar meets chocolate bar. So you have options for absinthe flights paired with magical chocolate truffles. It was the first time I've ever had absinthe, but the staff is great and knowledgeable and will help guide you through the process. Absinthe is similar to sambuca, a liquor with a black licorice taste. In this case they all have a different layer of depth depending on where they are from and how much sugar and water you add. If If i haven't convinced you to try absinthe, they do have a few naughty and nice cocktails...no vodka though. Also, the chocolates need no review, they are amazing! Go for the pairing, you won't be disappointed! Would be ideal for small groups (4) or a cute date night cap for date night. The space isn't big but does have some outdoor seating as well. Overall, very cool experience and great vibe! Even if you're not in the area, it's definitely worth it to make it a destination during your time in Nashville! read more

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The dimly lit atmosphere sets the mood instantly. We were there on vacation and so glad someone told us to go. It's a chocolate specialty shop during the day and a bar with speakeasy vibe at night. We both ordered the Absinthe flight paired with chocolates. There were so many choices we let the bartender choose for us. If I was a local to the area, this would be my spot. It's good for a date, to hang with friends or just sit there and read a book. Do not miss this opportunity of checking out this places, especially if you are an Absinthe Lover. read more

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Interesting experience, cool atmosphere. Service was very good and staff was very knowledgeable on all things absinthe. Would go back for the chocolates! read more

The Green Hour - Absinthe and chocolate flight - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I really enjoyed this place. The drinks were amazing, and I loved that each drink had a truffle that went perfectly with it. Give it a try if you love cocktails and chocolate! read more

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Pretty dark lighting inside and very cold. The service was a little slow, we waited about 20-30 minutes for our server to come and another 10-15 minutes for the drinks to come. It was a really cool experience for first time absinthe drinkers. The server was really knowledgeable and helpful when it came to explaining how everything works. The truffles were really good, they had a nice balance between bitter and sweet. The strawberry lemonade was my favorite. If you like a more bitter chocolate, the matcha one is a good choice. read more

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It's easy to miss this place in town but I'm so glad a friend talked me into checking it out one evening. It turns from a chocolate shop into a bar at night - what a cool concept! And it's even better that you can pair truffle chocolates with the different cocktail options on the menu. If you're a true absinthe lover then this is the place to go in town. It's also perfect for the chocolate lovers. If not, rest assured that there are plenty of other options. A fun way to end your evening! There is street parking as well as a paid lot across from this spot. The music gets louder as the evening progresses. read more

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Pleasantly surprised by our experience. I think the positives of this experience is that Green Hour is both an absinthe bar + chocolate place, Tempered Fine Chocolate. I definitely feel this was one of those 'I have to experience this once' type of ordeals. I am not saying I wouldn't return because that is totally not the case. But, if you're looking for an 'experience when in Nashville', this is something I would recommend to people because it does offer something different and unique. Plus, I don't foresee people running to an absinthe bar when they think of the Nashville experience stereotypes. What I can say is I am not one who is crazy in love with absinthe. I think the concept is cool. What I appreciated is that the server came to our table, and gave us the lowdown on the history of absinthe and why they operate in the way that they do. They run you through what they think you would enjoy, and what chocolate they think might go well with what you order. The chocolate is not a requirement, but it is a damn bad decision if you forego not having their sweet offerings. If you come here, plan to arrive early when they first open. Why? It can easily get swarmed with people and that can be a bit claustrophobic when inside the small establishment. Admittingly, the pandemic has crippled me from wanting to be in small establishments near hoards of people. Green Hour utilizes every last inch of this space and they have it set up very well. Unfortunately, during our time here, there was a very large party who walked in and dominated several of the tables and the amount of sound they made caused us difficulty from hearing one another despite sitting next to each other. It's a trendy place that has been around since 2015. If they can make it through a pandemic, a tornado, and staffing shortages; well - they must be doing pretty good for themselves. I am looking forward to returning. It might just have to be on a different night of the week than what we did the first time. read more

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First off, I'm not a fan of absinthe, but I would HIGHLY recommend going for the knowledge and experience. The staff is SUPER knowledgeable about absinthe and can give you recommendations if you are new to trying it out. This is located inside Tempered Fine Chocolates and all the absinthes are paired with a chocolate truffle for the flights of absinthe. I would recommend getting there early because this place is small and can get packed quickly. My wife and I have visited twice: one time on a date and another with an out-of-town friend. I would recommend this to anyone for the experience of trying absinthe. read more

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What a cool hole in the wall place. There was only 4 tables on the inside, and 2 or 3 tables on the little patio. They have some crazy, cool cocktails that can all be paired with a truffle. Doing your own Absinthe drink is interesting, and the concept behind it is fun. The server was really nice and informative on our questions about drinks. Be prepared with an open pallet if you are planning on coming here! They are open Thursday-Saturday so make sure to plan for that. read more

Since I was here on a first date, I passed up the absinthe for a more reasonable proof with the Royal Street cocktail. If you follow my reviews, you'll know I'm a sucker for interesting whiskey cocktails, and this fit the bill with rye whiskey and cognac (another personal favorite liquor, I enjoy brandy and cognac cocktails immensely). The glass had an absinthe rinse which added a crisp anise flavor to the drink, and the blueberry bitters and blueberry garnish complemented the rye whiskey really nicely. The atmosphere is intimate and retro, with absinthe decanters repurposed to hold ice water and ambient green lighting adding to the mood. It might be a little tough to get a seat because it does get busy, so come early if you are meeting someone. Of course, I had to try some chocolates from Tempered and of those, my favorite was the dark chocolate citrus balsamic truffle. The cocktail menu has pairing recommendations for each drink, so if you're lost, I would start there. read more

An absinthe bar! How cool! The ambiance here is great. It's a hidden gem in Nashville with delicious cocktails and truffles. read more

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Cool spot for trying out absinthe and cocktails! Not exactly a speakeasy but great ambiance nonetheless. A number of the cocktails were dessert themed, so it is a perfect spot for a night cap or just as a date spot by itself. Loved the happy hour cocktail. Excellent selection of gourmet chocolates. Also tried la muse verte absinthe. You've to put a sugar cube on spoon and melt it on top of the absinthe with water to get it to a milky consistency. Enjoyed the music playlist. Overall great place for absinthe, cocktails and chocolates. read more

This is a cute, dark intimate ambience kind of feel place. The cocktails is good and strong and when you pair it with the truffles it makes it even better. Nice hidden spot. read more

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This place was genuinely an experience. I can't necessarily say I'm on the Absinthe train, but going here was fun. Our bartender really explained everything so we didn't feel like we just had no clue what was going on. It's such a cool vibe. The chocolate pairings definitely help especially because the taste is a little on what I guess is the bitter side. They offer other cocktails as well so you can always defer to one of those but I would always recommend anyone going to try the little absinthe trio that you can make. Check it out ! read more

First time here and the atmosphere was relaxed, yet quite lively. Service was very slow the night we were here. Drinks were amazing, so we'll definitely be back. read more

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Such. A. Great. Experience. You must come here and get the flight with chocolate pairing. Incredible service. Our waiters even provided a palate cleanse prior to the flight-super fun and different. 10/10 would recommend if you're local or visiting !! read more

This place has a cool vibe to it. We all got cocktails and did some of the tasting. The cocktails were good but warning some of them are very strong. The servers were friendly and efficient. Overall a good time! read more

The Green Hour - Delicious espresso martini - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Drinks and service were both fantastic! We will definitely be coming back for another visit.

Perfect spot for date night! The place is small but cute and they make good use of the space they have. We opted for the patio. The bartender was helpful in selecting the drinks, the Green Hour and Be El Em. We wanted cocktails instead of the flights but were sad about missing out on a chocolate pairing. The bartender said he could pick out some complementary truffles for our cocktails--wow, was he right! The blood orange truffle tasted great with the citrus notes in the Be El Em, I could have eaten many more! The raspberry? truffle totally changed the flavor of the Green Hour, in a surprising but very delicious way! Such a fun concept to serve chocolate with liquor, loved it! We'll be back! read more

The Green Hour - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

TGH is one of those oddball spots that make me forget that I'm in Nashville. I'm not sure if that speaks to the monotony of Nashville, the quality of this bar, or the fabled psychedelic properties of absinthe. In any case, I'm here for it! The vibe is really what places this drinkery at such a high star for me. While they may have beer and wine options, you want to stick with absinthe tasters or cocktails. The bar tenders are knowledgeable, 'hip', and efficient. This spot is made for date night, or catching up with one or two friends. Stiff cocktails and truffles is a panty dropper if there ever was one. Don't try to drag your entire broadway crew into a small speakeasy! CHOCOLATE... DELICIOUS CHOCOLATE. read more

The Green Hour - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Definitely one of the cooler hidden gems in Nashville. I didn't even know we had an absinthe bar! It's on the beaten path but kind of tucked away, as it's unassuming and easy to miss. The vibe, though, is top notch! Just look for the green lights on the outside patio and hop inside for an absinthe drip to get the full experience. For those looking for more traditional drinks, they also serve wine and cocktails, and they make a killer espresso martini. Highly recommend! Deliciously, Clayton Cohn read more

An absolute dream of a place. From the intimate French vibe to the diverse crowd, I cannot get enough. The absinthe experience is a must. We've tried flights to help us determine our favorite one. The cocktail menu is also of the highest quality. I'm so thankful for this place. Très magnifique! read more

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What a fun place! Went with friends and was not disappointed. It's a little hole in the wall place in Germantown that shares space with a chocolate place called Tempered (during the day then switches at night). We tried the heritage and the butterfly Absinthe. What an experience! They bring out this fancy tower of water with 4 spigots that you use to water down the liquor that comes in a glass. You put a filter on top of the glass, a sugar cube on top of that, the direct the water flow over the suger for it to melt into the glass. The combination turns from clear to milky during the process. I'm not a fan of licorice but I tried it anyway. It definitely had great undertone flavors, but the licorice was too prominent for me. Loved the experience though. I then ordered a bartenders choice with rye whiskey and a sweet full flavor. It was excellent and just what I was wanting. I also tried two of the truffles from Tempered that are available at the bar as well. The dark chocolate and the raspberry Cabernet were very tasty. The service was excellent and the feel of the bar was intimate and old-timely. I loved it! Will be back. read more

Go as soon as you can! The Green Hour in the evening is turned from a chocolate store to the cutest cocktail bar. Atmosphere is very unique and cozy. Cocktails were all delicious. If you want to try absinthe, they offer this service as well. If you're sharing, definitely go for the flight and have the bartenders give their top choices. My friends tried a few different types of cocktails: nice gin (3/5), nice rum (5/5), nice vodka (4/5) Service is unmatched (10/5!). One server for all the tables. She was very attentive, fun/upbeat, and helpful for our decisions. We went with a group of 6 and were very lucky to find a table that had people just leaving. While there, we saw many people come and go due to having a lack of space for them. It's worth looking inside to see if you can snag a spot. read more

The ambiance in the restaurant was absolutely amazing, It is super dark and the music is great. The service was amazing and everyone was so nice. I got the naughty gin and it wasn't my favorite but there are so many other great cocktails to choose from. 100% recommend read more

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Very cool spot for unique absinthe cocktails. It's a small place but has dark and cozy ambiance. The staff were great with helping us choose the right drinks and I could tell they were very knowledgeable about the menu. I would definitely go back and try some of their chocolates as well. read more

What an amazing find! we had dinner in Germantown but we weren't quite ready to head home & relieve the babysitter, so found the Green Hour a block away (& next door to where I bought my wedding dress, so for me nostalgia was a perk!). We were greeted immediately by a young woman outside, who checked our IDs & then directed us to a small table- the only open at the time in this teensy tiny space. It couldn't have worked out better so felt like fate. Then our waitress greeted us & gave a quick rundown of the drinks. My husband was an absinthe newbie, so she spent time with him helping him to choose the right cocktail. I chose straight absinthe & am so happy I did- first off, I felt like a badass because I think there was only one other person drinking it (I learned quickly that you'll know this from this beautiful water dispenser they bring out). You turn the tap to a drop & pour over the sugar cubes neatly wrapped up & served with your absinthe. You place the cubes on the spatula thingy, place over your cup & drip water until the sugar is dissolved into your drink. I actually needed to add a little more water to mine, which was delicious. My husband could t finish his cocktail (it was a bit hard to drink), but the absinthe was deliciously licorice in flavor with smoked vanilla earthiness. I savored mine to the last drop. We only stayed for one drink but I can't wait to go back. Definitely order absinthe, definitely sit inside & enjoy the music & ambiance! read more

The Green Hour - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This is an amazing hidden gem. Most people don't know what the space is when walking by. It's a chocolate shop that turns into a bar at night. Their drinks are fantastic and the vibe is super chill. This was such a great find! read more

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