National Beer Day is Tuesday, April 7, and there’s no better excuse to sip your way around the city. From neighborhood hangouts to brewery taprooms, these Music City spots pour top-notch pints worth celebrating.
Five Points Pizza, Multiple locations
At Five Points Pizza, it’s always about the winning combo of hot pizza and cold beer. With 16 rotating taps plus cans and bottles at both locations, the options are always solid and the vibes are always laid-back. Bonus: their weekday happy hour (2–6 p.m.) makes National Beer Day even sweeter.
What to order: High Life or PBR with a slice
Germantown Café, Germantown
A longtime Germantown staple, Germantown Café is a polished yet easygoing spot to toast National Beer Day. The beer list leans local, mixing crowd-pleasing Nashville brews with lighter, easy-drinking options that pair perfectly with the menu and neighborhood energy.
What to order: Bearded Iris Homestyle IPA
M.L. Rose, Multiple locations
When it comes to craft beer in a neighborhood setting, M.L. Rose delivers every time. Known for its deep beer list, unfussy atmosphere and craveable pub fare, it’s a go-to for after-work beers or a relaxed afternoon pint.
What to order: Jackalope Bearwalker Brown Ale
Neighbors, Multiple locations
Truly living up to its name, Neighbors is everyone’s favorite locally owned neighborhood sports bar. With an easygoing vibe, plenty of TVs and a strong lineup of local drafts on tap, it’s the kind of place you settle into for “just one more.”
What to order: Yazoo Sue Pale Ale
Park Café, Sylvan Park
Park Café is a cozy Sylvan Park favorite that makes National Beer Day feel effortlessly celebratory. Whether you’re stopping in for brunch or dinner, the draft list highlights Tennessee breweries alongside familiar classics, best enjoyed on the patio.
What to order: Southern Grist Crisp Pilsner
Puckett’s, Downtown
Live music, Southern comfort food and a solid beer lineup make Puckett’s an easy pick for National Beer Day downtown. Alongside regional favorites, you’ll find their own house brew, making it a one-stop shop for food, tunes and a well-earned pint.
What to order: Puckett’s Brew Helles Lager
Sho Pizza Bar, East Nashville
Sho Pizza Bar keeps things cool and casual with great pizza and a thoughtfully curated beer list. From local craft pours to Italian classics, it’s an ideal spot to grab a seat at the bar, on the patio or by the pizza counter and sip slowly.
What to order: Barrique Brewing Pilsner
TailGate Brewery, Multiple locations
One of Nashville’s most recognizable craft breweries, TailGate Brewery is always a good idea, especially on National Beer Day. With in-house brews, casual taprooms and pizza to match, it’s a choose-your-own-beer-adventure kind of place.
What to order: TailGate Orange Wheat
The Pub, The Gulch
For a beer with a bit of international flair, The Pub brings a true British pub experience to The Gulch. Known for its award-winning fish and chips and extensive import selection, it’s the perfect place to slow down and savor a traditional pint.
What to order: Guinness on draft
Von Elrod’s Beer Hall & Kitchen, Germantown
If National Beer Day had a headquarters, it might be Von Elrod’s. With 38 taps pouring everything from classic lagers to world-class brews, massive steins, and plenty of communal seating, this Germantown beer hall was built for days like this.
What to order: A German-style lager in a half-liter stein