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Best Happy Hour in Nashville

Find the best happy hour restaurants in Nashville, TN. Scored on what actually matters.

By DineSpin Team·Updated February 2026·2 spots

Finding the perfect happy hour spot in Nashville can feel overwhelming—there are hundreds of options, and not all of them deliver. We’ve done the legwork, considering everything from vibe to value.

Whether you’re a local looking for something new or visiting for the first time, these are the happy hour spots that consistently impress.

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1.

Mas Tacos Por Favor

92/100

Mas Tacos Por Favor is a highly-regarded East Nashville spot celebrated for its authentic, flavorful tacos and vibrant atmosphere. Despite frequent long lines to order, well-regarded for the delicious food, reasonable prices, and chill vibe, making it a local favorite.

Pro tip: Phenomenal food, great vibe, and worth the wait in line for authentic tacos.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its authentic flavors, fresh ingredients, and well-executed preparations, with specific highlights including tacos, elote, and chicken tortilla soup.

“Phenomenal. I ordered the fried avocado taco”

👋Service85

Service is generally described as friendly and efficient, though some diners note occasional less-than-friendly interactions.

“Great service when I was there”

✨Vibe85

The atmosphere is frequently described as cool, vibrant, rustic, and chill, with a popular outdoor patio and eclectic music.

“Cool, vibrant neighborhood”

💰Value90

The restaurant is considered reasonably priced, offering good portion sizes and high-quality food for the cost.

“Affordable price”

📍 732 McFerrin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
⭐ 4.7$$NashvilleMexican
Ideal for
Casual tacos and drinksExperiencing local Nashville flavorOutdoor dining on a nice day
2.

Audrey

82/100

Audrey is a showcase for Chef Sean Brock's Appalachian-focused fine dining with technical skill, thoughtful plating, and warm hospitality that earns strong loyalty from repeat diners. Food execution is reliably solid on signature dishes (cornbread, chicken and dumplings) but inconsistency in seasoning and value perception create friction for some guests; pricing for non-alcoholic beverages and portion scale may not match all expectations.

Pro tip: Incredible experience. The cornbread is maybe the best I've ever had

🍽️Food85

Cooking is technically reliable with standout dishes (cornbread, chicken and dumplings, squash bisque), though execution varies. Some diners report salt-heavy seasoning and underwhelming execution despite high concept.

“The cornbread is maybe the best I've ever had”

👋Service87

Staff are consistently described as warm, knowledgeable, and attentive. Named servers (Amanda, Trae, Mark, Molly) receive specific recognition for hospitality and menu expertise. One isolated timing issue noted.

“Staff were professional, attentive, and knowledgeable”

✨Vibe88

Atmosphere is well-regarded as warm, elegant, and sophisticated without pretension. Open kitchen focal point is a design asset. Entrance described as intentionally exclusive; interior shifts to inviting and spacious.

“Warm, spacious, and inviting with a casual, family-style layout”

💰Value72

Price-quality perception split. Fine-dining entree costs feel justified to most, but non-alcoholic cocktails marked as overpriced ($12 each), and some diners note small portions relative to price point for composition-focused menu.

“Overpriced for no liquor ($12 each)”

📍 809 Meridian St, Nashville, TN 37207
⭐ 4.4$$$NashvilleAmerican
Ideal for
Diners seeking elevated Appalachian cuisine with culinary storytelling and visible techniqueSpecial occasions (anniversaries, birthdays) where hospitality and ambiance matter as much as foodWine enthusiasts — deep list for restaurant size, knowledgeable sommelier

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