VILLAIN ARTS NASHVILLE

NASHVILLE

MUSIC CITY BABY!

by: Betty O

@bettygrrl

This being the first Villain Arts convention in Nashville, I wanted to bring to you a compilation of the best and closest late-night eateries, pubs, and Honky Tonks. Along with some of the must-see destinations that you won’t find in all the blah, blah, blah travel blogs.

* all times and mileage is calculated from the Music City Convention Center.

Late Night Eateries

Bastion

Open until 2:00 am 1.5 miles, 5 mins.

Feeling a little fancy? This restaurant is cozy and a little upscale with Incredible food, delicious drinks, and a great staff making it a wonderful spot for a nice late-night dinner.

Jason Aldean’s Kitchen and Rooftop

Bar. Open until 3:00 am .3 miles, 4 mins

Four levels filled with live music, southern food with flair, and craft cocktails. Best known for their Steaks and Chops!

MAFIAoZA’s

Open until 3:00 am 2.7 miles, 7 mins.

A cult classic Pizzeria with casual dining and Patio seating, and a good beer and wine selection. Try the Godfather or brass knuckles Pizza, or The DaVinci or Port Authority pasta!

Brugada Bar and Lounge

Open until 3:00 am. .5 miles, 4 mins.

Laid-back hangout with delicious Middle Eastern food and hookah lounge area. Try some Turkish coffee with a delicious traditional Kabob, gyro, or falafel!

Bar Food

Santa’s Pub

Open until 3:00am. 2.6 miles, 7 mins

Festive Dive Bar in a freaking Double Wide Trailer offering karaoke, bar food, and cheap beer!!

Losers Bar and Grill

Open until 3:00am 1.1 miles, 5 mins.

Try some of their classic bar eats and a good selection of beers on tap while listening to loud music. Patio seating available.

Robert’s Western World

Open until 3:00 am .2 miles, 2 mins.

Boot shop by day, old time Honky Tonk by night. Simple food, tasty drinks, and authentic atmosphere. Try their fried bologna sandwich and beer / shot combos!

Destinations

Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum

Open 11:00 am- 7:00pm 11 miles, 15 minutes.

Hang out with Johnny Cash!

A totally immersive Journey from past to present including iconic scenes and musical performances unique to the Madame Tussauds Nashville location. Fill your ear holes with incredible live bluegrass. Friendly, low key, good drinks, and great music!

Hail, Dark Aesthetics

3.5 miles, 10 minutes.

Their motto “Buy weird stuff!” Says it all. Check out their selection of Taxidermy, creepy cool items, and clothing!

Antique Archaeology

1.5 MI, 6 minutes

Stop by TV’s “American Pickers” retail store to pick up some “Rusty gold” to take home with you!

Third Man Records

.4 mile, 2 minutes.

Launched by Jack White (of the White Stripes, Raconteurs, and Dead Weather) this Nashville location has has an amazing record and novelties lounge, and offers tours of the inner workings on a first-come first-serve basis!

Patsy Cline Museum

.3 miles, three minutes.

Who doesn’t want to sing along with Patsy Cline? See never-before-seen artifacts, personal belongings, and videos!

Music and Mayhem

The Honky Tonk Highway

Open 10 a.m. to 3 am. .

2 miles, 2 mins.

True Nashville nightlife! A row of Honky Tonks playing live music until 3 a.m. with NO COVER CHARGE!! Extra bonus - country singers such as Willie Nelson have been known to show up!

Bourbon Street Blues and Boogie bar

Open until 3 am .6 miles, 7 mins.

Get your Blues fix served with some of the city’s best Cajun food!

Layla’s Bootleggers Honky Tonk

Open until 3:00 am

Fill your ear holes with incredible live bluegrass.Friendly, low-key, good drinks and great music!

The Flying Axes

Open until 10:00 pm 2 miles, 7 mins.

A great Thursday option! Throw some axes and drink some beer!

MUST. TAKE. SELFIE. SPOTS

2 story Jimi Hendrix mural & giant artistically painted guitar

Located in North Nashville amidst glleries, local OG eateries, and home to Nashville’s Walls Project. Which hooks up artists with building owners to create incredible works of wall art.

Betty Boots

Some of the most Bodacious, badass boots in the Western Hemisphere. Try

on a pair and selfie up!

Parthenon

Located in Centennial Park.

Yes it is a FULL SIZE reconstruction of the Parthenon in Greece. Transport yourself to Athens in this selfie spot!

So much to do, so little time!!

* due to these uncertain times, please check with each venue for updated safety policies and hours.

ABOUT THE WRITER

Betty O is a travel enthusiast, tattoo collector, shop assistant, and published artist and poet.

@bettygrrl on Insta.

Villain Arts Tattoo News Magazine Fall 2020 Issue 1