Where To Eat in Nashville | The Sutler Saloon (w/Speakeasy) Monday 13 March, 2017
So before leaving Nashville we had to find a good foodie spot in the city. My friends and I found an awesome spot with some great southern dishes called The Sutler. The Sutler is a country saloon themed based spot that will definitely give you a feel of Nashville and the Music City ambiance.
The Sutler is more than just a restaurant as we learned. The historic Sutler was originally opened in 1976 by country radio personality Johnny Potts. Part venue, part restaurant, and part dive bar, the Sutler was a social hub for locals and the Nashville music community, as well as a waypoint for travelers and touring acts from far and wide.Since it was reopened and reimagined in 2014 by restaurateur Austin Ray and the building’s developer and restorer, Joe Parkes Jr. The Sutler has quickly become part of Nashville’s current music scene. The Sutler’s stage has played host to a variety of local and national acts, including an appearance on the hit TV show Nashville.
So as stated their food is definitely southern comfort food. So delicious and filling. All of the selections had it’s own Nashville flair or spin to it which made it even more unique.
Green Chile Chicken Mac & Cheese
This is a meal in itself. Seriously people order this as their entree. Its definitely loaded Mac & Cheese with all the works. My friends and I were craving mac & cheese this entire trip so this definitely hit this spot! Makes me want to go home and add toppings like this to my next M&C creation. My friends and I shared this.
This was an appetizer that we shared with each other as well. I dont think I ever had smoked brisket on my nachos before. It was really good and again great complimentary toppings to go with it.
Now I am a big Chicken and Waffle fan! If I see Chicken and Waffles on the menu, more than likey I will get it for brunch. We I never had it like this before. The cheddar scallion cornbread waffle is nothing like I ever had before. It was so savory and went beyond just a regular waffle. I loved the scallions being incorporated into the waffle, I felt it took the taste experience up a notch. I would definitely recommend trying this for yourself it was so good.
Black Cherry Sangria| black cherry rum, amaretto, orange juice, red wine and fresh fruit
I am a Sangria girl and they had different flavors of crafted sangria options. This one was great definitely satisfied!
Melrose Mule | picker’s, blood orange vodka, dark rum, ginger beer and lime
The Slingshot | gordon’s gin, orange bitters, lemons and sweet vermouth
The Sutler is more than a restaurant as I stated before. Outside of their concerts, they also have a secret downstairs area that leads to a Speakeasy.
The downstairs ceiling that leads to the speakeasy is lined with actual cowboy boots.
When you open the door to the Speakeasy its a cute little lounge area. More bars, lounge chairs and a real upscale vibe. People also reserve this space for private parties and a few music videos were shot down here.
Across the hall from the Speakeasy but its own seperate entity from the Sutler is Melrose Billard Parlor. This has been around since the early 40s which is a combo of a divebar and a pool area.
This was a very trendy spot in the 40s but of course this has been renovated as well. They still kept a bit of history around this area for an authentic vintage feel. This is pretty historical too as there was a time where they taught women how to play pool and even had leagues. Every Tuesday is also FREE POOL.
Overall The Sutler was a great stop before we headed back to Atlanta. We really enjoyed the food, hospitality, history and the country bar ambiance. We missed the Sunday Bluegrass Brunch but I heard this is a very popular place for brunch if you are ever in town.
The Sutler
2600 8th Ave S, Ste. 109, Nashville, TN 37204 Located in The Melrose Website: thesutler.com
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Well, my mom would want to dine here just because it’s been in Nashville. It’s her favorite show 😉 I’m disappointed that I didn’t know about Sutler Saloon when we were there 2 years ago. Next visit, we are definitely stopping in for a bite!
I have never been to Nashville but I am dying to try real chicken and waffles and the Sutler looks like the place to get it. I would love to hear one of the shows with the local talent.
My family and I have drove through Nashville, but never stopped there. We’re going to have to plan a trip there to check this place out — it looks and sounds so great!
I’m originally from Nashville, and I’ve enjoyed so many delicious meals there, but I’ve never heard of this place! I would absolutely visit when I return.
Sending this link to my husband for our Nashville trip in November! Thanks for the review, when planning a trip it is good to know someone’s opinion of it!
Is that chicken and waffles I see in the first photo?? That is MY kind of meal. The cheddar scallion cornbread waffle sounds very interesting, and the cinnamon bourbon syrup is just a cherry on top.
This is my kind of restaurant. I love good food in an amazing atmosphere. Whenever I visit Nashville, I will have to put the Sutler Saloon on my must visit list.
Never thought to put Brisket on Nachos but it looks good! Mac and cheese sounds real bomb. Interesting ingredients fir the waffle would love to try.. I wish I had known about this when I went to Nashville last year.
I love nachos, so that option looked divine. The most intriguing though was the Green Chile Chicken Mac & Cheese. What an interesting spin on yummy foods.
Oh my, that sangria looks delish and refreshing….Of course, I would spot that first. lol… The food looks amazing…And, the atmosphere looks good. Thanks for sharing…
My husband and I have been to Nashville a couple of times, but never to The Sutler. You can bet that when we go again, we’ll be making a stop! I’m sure we’ll be ordering Green Chile Chicken Mac & Cheese (for him), Smoked Brisket Nachos (for her), and Melrose Mules (for both!)
Oh wow, nice find! I’m definitely liking this kind of comfort food. I’m curious about some of the drinks too!
So fun! I love that speakeasy’s are making a come back. It’s such a cool concept.
That green chile mac and cheese sounds really good, but so does everyything else! I need to check out the Sutler Saloon next time I am in Nashville.
You had me at the chicken and waffles. Chicken and waffles is the greatest thing since sliced bread.
This place looks amazing. The food looks like a taste of the South which can’t be beat.
Well, my mom would want to dine here just because it’s been in Nashville. It’s her favorite show 😉 I’m disappointed that I didn’t know about Sutler Saloon when we were there 2 years ago. Next visit, we are definitely stopping in for a bite!
I have to remember that place if and when I get to Nashville. I’d love to get my hands on that Smoked Brisket Nachos. Southern cuisine is the best!
I have never been to Nashville but I am dying to try real chicken and waffles and the Sutler looks like the place to get it. I would love to hear one of the shows with the local talent.
My family and I have drove through Nashville, but never stopped there. We’re going to have to plan a trip there to check this place out — it looks and sounds so great!
Oh wow! All these foods look amazing! I will definitely try each of these next time we’re there!
All of this looks incredible. Makes me so hungry to look at all of it, yummy! I have never been to Nashville! Would love to someday!
OH my gosh, that green chili mac and cheese looks amazing! I’d love to go there!
I’m originally from Nashville, and I’ve enjoyed so many delicious meals there, but I’ve never heard of this place! I would absolutely visit when I return.
What a quirky looking place. The food looks delicious, and the drinks are so cute!
All of this looks so good. Especially the nachos and drinks. I nerd to plan a Nashville trip ASAP.
What a great and fun place! I will take 2 Green Chile Chicken Mac & Cheese please!
Oh wow! What a great place to eat. The food looks amazing, and so does the atmosphere.
This food looks amazing! I feel like I might need to add Nashville to my travel bucket list just for the food now! Yum!
I would love to try that place. I have never been to Nashville, Time for a visit
That looks like a really tasty place to eat. I plan to go to Nashville someday. I will keep this place in mind.
Your posts always make me so hungry! I love the name of this saloon! And that mac and cheese, so yummy!
My cousin recently moved to Nashville for work. I’m going to have to see if he’s been here yet, and if not I’m telling him to go because yummy!
I would love to visit Nashville one day. Oh my the food look Delish!
I really like the look of those drinks and the atmosphere. The lounge area has a very nice vibe and the billiard parlor looks like a lot of fun.
Sending this link to my husband for our Nashville trip in November! Thanks for the review, when planning a trip it is good to know someone’s opinion of it!
Good to know about this place. If I’m ever there in Nashville I will definitely have to check it out.
Loving this post – I’ve never been but would love to visit Nashville at least once in my life, it’s one of the destinations on my bucket list;) x
I would HAVE to get the chicken and waffles too. I can honestly say I have never tried it but it is a southern staple that I must have someday.
Those nachos look so good! If I’m ever in Nashville, I’ll have to keep this place in mind.
This place looks great! I’ve always wanted to visit Nashville as it’s only about 5 hours from us but we’ve never gotten the chance yet!
The food and drinks at the sutler look so yummy! It looks like a fun place to go in Nashville.
Oh Nashville is on my bucket list…want to go there so bad. Will bookmark this for future!
Ohhh that Mac and cheese looks amazing! I don’t plan on going to Nashville anytime soon but when I do I’ll make sure to visit this place!
I love that there is so much history in this restaurant. Their meals and drinks also look delicious and appetizing.
Is that chicken and waffles I see in the first photo?? That is MY kind of meal. The cheddar scallion cornbread waffle sounds very interesting, and the cinnamon bourbon syrup is just a cherry on top.
I’ve never been to Nashville before, but my husband has. Thanks for sharing this information. 🙂
This is my kind of restaurant. I love good food in an amazing atmosphere. Whenever I visit Nashville, I will have to put the Sutler Saloon on my must visit list.
That chicken mac and cheese looks absolutely amazing!!!! Wonderful review!
You got me at the chicken and waffles. YUM!!
This place really has some unique takes on southern food. But it looks delicious, including the drinks.
Never thought to put Brisket on Nachos but it looks good! Mac and cheese sounds real bomb. Interesting ingredients fir the waffle would love to try.. I wish I had known about this when I went to Nashville last year.
I love nachos, so that option looked divine. The most intriguing though was the Green Chile Chicken Mac & Cheese. What an interesting spin on yummy foods.
Oh my, that sangria looks delish and refreshing….Of course, I would spot that first. lol… The food looks amazing…And, the atmosphere looks good. Thanks for sharing…
The Melrose Mule sounds like my kind of drink. Did you try any other spots in Nashville?
The food looks delicious. If I ever make it to Nashville, I would love to eat there.
My husband and I have been to Nashville a couple of times, but never to The Sutler. You can bet that when we go again, we’ll be making a stop! I’m sure we’ll be ordering Green Chile Chicken Mac & Cheese (for him), Smoked Brisket Nachos (for her), and Melrose Mules (for both!)