Tootsie's World Famous Orchid Lounge
Rock Club, Bar, and Music Venue
Nashville
"Classic Honky Tonk, great time on the roof."(5 Tips)
"Tootsie's has a great rooftop experience with great live music!"(9 Tips)
"Backs upto the alley of The Ryman."(3 Tips)
"Anthony Orio is the best performer here!"(2 Tips)
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Rock out with Anthony Orio and the Goodfellers.. They'll play just about any request and nail it! Always a good time!
Hotel IndigoApril 24, 2013In the shadow of the Ryman Auditorium, Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge has been a local landmark since 1960. Read more
MarinaDecember 2, 2014First time in Nashville and this place was wild! Had so much fun. My first ever honky tonk.
Jean-Paul GodmaireAugust 13, 2014I became a fan of Honky Tonk in this joint, the live music was amazing, wouldn't order any food tho
Nathan MillerAugust 16, 2011Fun little bar, great for up-close and personal performances. I hear legends drop by from time to time.
Alexander FrostApril 13, 2013This place is definitely worth checking out- it is world famous, after all.
Mark LestanJuly 11, 2010Not just for tourists! I usually start upstairs to avoid the crowd. If you sit or stand at the end of the bar nearest to the band you will get served faster.
Julie MerMay 20, 2018Tourist central. The different musicians playing on each floor are hard to distinguish
Jeff G.May 1, 2011Great bar! Be prepared for the playlist being repeated every two hours or so (downstairs)...
Elesha Van ZeeMay 24, 2013Don't go on a Friday or Saturday buy all other times you don't have to be elbow to elbow
Gabriel SuitsMay 23, 2011This bar was out of control, packed from wall to wall, and near impossible to get a drink. However, I have never been into a bar where I could witness two cowboys dueling with their guitars across the Read more
J. K. ColtrainJune 26, 2012A must see if you are a tourist because of it's history but not my kinda place :) Way too crowded and too loud for conversation.
Brent JarreauFebruary 23, 2013Always come here if you like expensive drinks & amateur night, every night.
M TJune 24, 2016Paid $20 to request a certain song... The guy said they know it- it's fine... The girl said no. End of story. Wasted $20.
You can get in faster if you try the back door, during the weekends.
If you have to pee walk over to the wheel. It's way easier to get to.
NatalieAugust 23, 2010I love the historical aspect of this bar... but that's about it. It's always too crowded for you to really enjoy yourself, unless you like feeling like a sardine. The place is mostly hype, sadly.
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Open until Midnight (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- Midnight–2:30 AM
- 10:00 AM–Midnight
(615) 299-1585
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