25+ Nashville Restaurants Open on July 4th
Nashville never misses a chance to celebrate, and the Fourth of July is no exception. With crowds of locals and visitors gearing up for a festive night out, plenty of restaurants will be open and ready to serve. This is by NO means a comprehensive list of all the places open around town, but rather a roundup of our favorites to help inspire your holiday plans. (And yes, we highly recommend making a reservation wherever possible!)
DOWNTOWN
Bourbon Steak
More info: nashvillebourbonsteak.com
Celebrate Independence Day 34 floors above the city with a chef-curated, two-hour prix fixe steakhouse dinner ($195 per person) at JW Marriott's acclaimed Bourbon Steak — featuring everything from oysters, Maine lobster, and Japanese Wagyu to classic Black Angus filets, along with optional wine pairings and a perfect view of the fireworks. Limited reservations are available, so book now to secure your scenic seat and enjoy the evening at the bar or return later to toast.
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Drusie & Darr
More info: thehermitagehotel.com
Escape the holiday heat in style at Drusie & Darr, Chef Jean‑Georges Vongerichten's elegant restaurant inside The Hermitage Hotel, where the regular à la carte menu shines with dishes like oven-fired pizzas, Tuna Tartare, Black Truffle Pizza, and prime seafood and meat entrées. The restaurant will be open for its typical hours on July 4, serving lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. It's the perfect spot for a refined Independence Day feast.
The Finch American Grill
More info: thefinchnashville.com
Savor the stylish, casual atmosphere at The Finch American Grill in The Union Station Nashville Yards, open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Enjoy classics like Volcano Rock Shrimp and Short Ribs, and don't miss the insanely good Peanut Butter Cake for dessert. You can even pair it with the restaurant's signature 'Early Bird Special' cocktail, which features Grey Goose, espresso, and coffee caramel pecan liqueur.
L27 Rooftop Lounge: The Emo Cowgirl
More info: eventbrite.com
Megan Moroney's pop-up lounge, The Emo Cowgirl, is 27 stories above Nashville at The Westin's L27 Lounge. Open from 6 p.m. on, the spot offers skyline views, themed cocktails, bites, live music, and front-row seats to the 'Let Freedom Sing!' fireworks show. General admission is $30, with VIP upgrades available for extra perks like terrace access, drink vouchers, and even cabana-style seating.
lou/na
More info: hyattexperiences.com
The Grand Hyatt Nashville's 25th‑floor rooftop lounge, lou/na, is hosting its Star‑Spangled Soirée celebration, where for around $100, you can enjoy panoramic views (with fireworks!), a curated grazing table of elevated hors d'oeuvres, DJ entertainment, and valet parking. Upgrade options include private couches for groups with a food and drink minimum. The party kicks off at 6 p.m.
The Pink Hermit
More info: thehermitagehotel.com
Enjoy some casual, chic Independence Day dining at Pink Hermit Café & Wine Bar, Chef Jean‑Georges Vongerichten's café-style spot at The Hermitage Hotel. The eatery will serve wood‑fired pizzas, Italian shareables (like bruschetta with lemon ricotta and fresh basil), and a refined wine and cocktail lineup. Open for regular hours (breakfast starts at 6 a.m., lunch and dinner run until 9 p.m.), it's the perfect low-key yet stylish place to unwind and celebrate the holiday weekend.
Stationairy
Keep the holiday weekend going inside the Union Station hotel's historic lobby at Stationairy. Brunch will be served from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday), with a fully loaded Bloody Mary bar, bottomless mimosas, and a live DJ spinning tunes.
W Hotel Nashville's WET Deck & PROOF Rooftop Bar
More info: marriott.com
At W Hotel Nashville's WET Deck, you can lounge poolside with a ResortPass and enjoy Tulum-inspired vibes, Southern-style BBQ (think ribs and beer can chicken), DJs spinning, and unbeatable rooftop views. Want to take it even higher? Head to PROOF Rooftop Bar for 270-degree skyline views, live music, craft cocktails, and one of the best fireworks shows in the country — all from an indoor/outdoor space that keeps you cool while staying right in the middle of the action.
Yolan
More info: yolannashville.com
Yolan, The Joseph's signature Italian restaurant, is hosting a special Independence Day pasta‑making class from noon to 2 p.m. In other words, you can learn how to craft traditional pasta in the kitchen of Michelin-level chef Tony Mantuano! Afterwards, settle into dinner service (5 p.m. to 10 p.m.) or enjoy a leisurely aperitivo from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the rooftop bar, where crisp spritzes and Italian snacks set the perfect summer tone.
Rodney Scott's BBQ at Chief's
More info: chiefsonbroadway.com
Gear up for a star-spangled evening at Chief's on Broadway's Red, White & Q rooftop party, kicking off at 6 p.m. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Nashville's fireworks, an award-winning Rodney Scott whole‑hog BBQ buffet, and a limited beer and wine bar for toasting the night. After the fireworks, stick around for a post‑show honky‑tonk concert featuring Waymore's Outlaws in the Neon Steeple — VIP lounges, high-tops, low-tops, stools, and general standing tickets are available for all ages (though anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult).
Rare Bird
More info: noelle-nashville.com
Celebrate Independence Day in style at Free As a Bird: 4th of July VIP Celebration, perched 13 floors above the city at Noelle's Rare Bird. The party will run from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tickets are $400 per person for guests 21+, which includes guaranteed rooftop seating, a top‑shelf open bar, gourmet food stations, passed appetizers, a live DJ, and front‑row views of Nashville's biggest fireworks show.
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EAST NASHVILLE
Curry Boys BBQ
More info: curryboysbbq.com
Dig into something unique this Fourth of July at Curry Boys BBQ, where you can indulge in signature Thai‑Texas fusion bowls (like the Brisket Smoke Show and Good Luck Cluck), shareables like Pulled Pork Nachos and Curry Queso, plus a full bar to round out the celebration. Located in Riverside Village, the eatery will be open for its standard hours (or until it sells out).
Frankies 925 Spuntino
More info: frankiesnashville.com
Celebrate a delicious Fourth of July holiday at Frankies 925 Spuntino, where you can enjoy regular hours and the full restaurant menu, including house-made pastas like sweet potato ravioli and spicy crab sorpresine. You can also snag sandwiches, antipasti, and craft cocktails.
GREEN HILLS
Little Gourmand
More info: littlegourmand.us
Our favorite Green Hills spot, Little Gourmand, will be closed on July 4, but you can still celebrate by ordering the Independence Day tarte by July 3! This festive beauty features a sweet crust filled with lemon and vanilla crème brûlée, topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and Italian meringue to mimic the American flag. It serves six people, costs $45, and is available for pre-order online, by phone, or in store.
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THE GULCH
The Gumbo Bros.
More info: thegumbobros.com
The Gumbo Bros will be open during its standard weekday hours and will serve authentic Cajun-Creole favorites like chicken‑and‑sausage gumbo, crawfish étouffée, debris fries, Po Boys (shrimp, catfish, hot honey chicken, and more), and shareable bites like alligator balls and crawfish queso.
L.A. Jackson
More info: lajacksonbar.com
Take in a fantastic view of the city and Nashville's downtown fireworks as you sip cocktails and munch on L.A. Jackson's tasty garlic parmesan fries. The rooftop bar will also celebrate the Fourth with cocktails, DJs, and a lively atmosphere, complete with tables available for reservation.
Marsh House
More info: marshhouserestaurant.com
Enjoy a coastal-inspired holiday meal at The Thompson Hotel's Marsh House. The restaurant will be open during regular business hours and offers seafood towers, raw bar favorites, all-American main dishes like fried chicken and hanger steak, and creative cocktails.
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Peg Leg Porker
More info: peglegporker.com
Fire up your Fourth of July with award-winning, West Tennessee-inspired BBQ at Peg Leg Porker on Gleaves Street, where everything smoked fresh daily — from brisket and ribs to pulled pork. You can also grab classic scratch-made sides like mac & cheese, banana pudding, coleslaw, and baked beans.
MIDTOWN
Thistle & Rye
More info: thistleandrye.com
Thistle & Rye will provide bites at Conrad Nashville's chic Fourth of July Pool Party from noon until 5 p.m. Think festive cocktails, light bites, and plenty of sunshine — you can even cool off with a dip amid stunning skyline views. It's the ultimate 'grill & chill' holiday hangout! Reserve a daybed or day cabana at ResortPass.
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Evelyn's
More info: evelynsnashville.com
Hutton Hotel has everything you could ask for on July 4, from great food to a fabulous music line-up. Start your day at Evelyn's, open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. for brunch, cocktail hour, and dinner service. The art-inspired, Southern-fusion dishes like truffle fries, shrimp and corn bisque, braised short ribs, and lobster Bolognese make it a perfect stop on your holiday culinary crawl.
White Limozeen
More info: Facebook
For a heavy dose of pink and pizazz on your Fourth of July, head to White Limozeen, Graduate Nashville's rooftop hotspot in Midtown. From noon to 4 p.m., you can challenge friends in a 'Fore the Fourth' putt-putt contest (with a $250 grand prize) and enjoy an open swim, cabana hangs, and poolside vibes with DJ-spun tunes. Sip on specialty cocktails featuring sponsors like Pernod Ricard and Skrewball while you soak up the sun and prepare for fireworks.
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Streetcar Taps & Garden
More Info: streetcartaps.com
Sip on something cold and relax under the garden lights at Streetcar Taps & Garden, open all holiday weekend from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Get ready for $4 drafts, $10 wings, plus special holiday menu items like a refreshing watermelon mint salad and hearty brisket chili. Don't forget the regular happy hour deals, including $5 Garden Margaritas, $10 wings, and half‑price drafts.
Pont Neuf
More info: pontneufbar.com
Grab a fresh, floral-infused cocktail at Pont Neuf, the chic wine bar and intimate lounge tucked inside L&L Market. It's perfect for kicking back with small bites and wine before or after your Fourth of July festivities.
Hugh-Baby's
More info: hughbabys.com
Hugh-Baby's in Sylvan Park is ready to fuel your holiday celebration with Southern-style burgers, BBQ, hot dogs, and shakes (The other Hugh-Baby's locations in East Nashville and Berry Hill will also be open!). Pick up a crowd-pleasing Hugh-Baby's Big Box, featuring 10-count Fried Chicken Sandwiches, BBQ Pork Boxes, Cheeseburger Boxes (and more), perfectly designed for sharing at backyard barbecues or picnics.
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
Waldo's Chicken & Beer
Neighborhoods: Germantown + Charlotte Pike + Belle Meade + Brentwood
More info: waldoschicken.com
Whether you're firing up the grill or hitting the lake this Fourth of July, Waldo's Chicken & Beer has you covered with party packs that include tenders and/or wings for 10 people — complete with three pints of sides, a pint of coleslaw, 12 cheddar biscuits, and two pints of homemade sauce. You can order from any Nashville‐area location online or by phone, and most of the Music City locations keep regular hours on July 4 (11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday through Saturday), so you're good to go well into the evening.
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Bar Taco
Neighborhoods: East Nashville + 12 South
More info: bartaco.com
Bar Taco East will serve tacos, bowls, guac, churros, and specialty cocktails daily from 11 a.m. until late — including a happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.! So, kick back and sip in true coastal-meets-city style. With sit-down and pick-up options, it's a great laid-back spot to refuel before or after fireworks.
Biscuit Love
Neighborhoods: The Gulch + Hillsboro Village + Franklin
More info: biscuitlove.com
Start your Fourth of July morning at Biscuit Love — all Nashville locations will be open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. It's the perfect spot for flaky biscuits, bonuts, and biscuit sandwiches. Catering packs are also on offer, and you can choose from a Biscuit & Jam Party Pack (12 biscuits, sides, and drinks) or a Biscuit Sandwich Pack (12 sandwiches plus sides and beverages) to feed your crew with minimal prep and maximum flavor.
Edley's Bar-B-Que
Neighborhoods: East Nashville + 12 South + Sylvan Park + Donelson + Franklin
More info: edleysbbq.com
If feeding a crowd is the problem, Edley's Bar-B-Que is the solution. The beloved barbecue spot is serving up smoked meats, scratch-made sides, and signature cocktails at all six Nashville locations from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Family Packs (serving four to eight people) are perfect for smaller gatherings, or you can call on the catering crew for a bigger get-together. Nothing says 'Let freedom ring' quite like a rack of ribs and a side of cornbread!
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Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint
Neighborhoods: Downtown + Midtown
More info: martinsbbqjoint.com
Let Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint handle the cooking while you focus on the fun, whether you're hosting a backyard bash, hitting the lake, or gathering for fireworks. Choose from à la carte smoked meats and Southern sides or one of the generous BBQ packages, like the Pitmaster Picnic or Classic Package (available for preorder). Each serves 25 people and has favorites like pulled pork, brisket, mac & cheese, and banana pudding.
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About the Author Anne Marie Hanna
Anne Marie is the Marketing & Editorial Coordinator at StyleBlueprint, where she helps tell the stories shaping the South. Outside of work, you'll likely find her on a porch with a coffee and a good book, gardening, listening to music, or enjoying time with friends and family.
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We love Jenny Shea Rawn's idea for a 'Summer Sea-cuterie Board' loaded up with shrimp cocktail, lobster, and smoked seafood dip, plus an assortment of cheeses, crackers, olives, and fresh veggies. You can obviously use whatever ingredients best suit your tastes and occasion. (We're especially loving the beautifully packaged tinned seafood trend!) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jenny Shea Rawn, MS, MPH, RD (@jennyshearawn) Soft Serve Dessert Hack Whether your gatherings tend to lean traditional or more on the creative side, nostalgia is an undeniable element of summer cookouts — and nothing does the trick quite like soft-serve cones. Demonstrated by The Daily Nelly, here's how to translate the goodness of fast-food soft-serve into a crowd-friendly dessert. Bonus: Many fast-food locations are open on July 4th and other holidays, so this is a great hack if you're short on time! View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Daily Nelly (@thedailynelly) Tomato Centerpiece Pay homage to the season's harvest with a farmers' market-inspired centerpiece. This idea is easily customizable based on what you have on hand, but we love Karissa Widder's centerpiece featuring a variety of tomatoes topped with candles for just a hint of drama. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karissa Widder (@karissawidder) Checkerboard Appetizer In past years, this presentation was popular, featuring uniformly cubed ingredients like watermelon, cantaloupe, and cucumber, but this year, olives are the star of the show. Here, Addi Brielle Meck tops cubed feta and olives with orange zest, red chili flakes, herbed salt, balsamic vinegar, and high-quality olive oil. It's perfect paired with crusty bread and a round of Aperol spritzes! View this post on Instagram A post shared by addi brielle meck (@addibrielle) Hawaiian Roll Mini Hot Dogs Everything's cuter in miniature, right? These adorable mini hot dogs by Tara Ippolito (aka 'Al Dente Diva') are easy to make and serve in big batches, and they're a guaranteed hit for kids and grown-ups alike. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 💜 Tara 'T' Ippolito (@aldentediva) Bacon Pinwheel Burgers Love bacon burgers? Prep your burgers with this pinwheel method from Jeff and Lauren to infuse every bite with bacon-y goodness. If you're feeling ambitious, you could even layer in other ingredients like caramelized onions and cheese. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jeff and Lauren (@jeffandlaurenshow) Savory S'mores We're not saying you should skip traditional s'mores. We are saying you should rotate in a few new savory-sweet ingredients like cheese, charcuterie, jam, honey, and your favorite savory crackers. Here, Suzie the Foodie layers melty mini brie wheels, prosciutto, hot honey, and strawberry preserves onto Wheat Thins. Drooling yet? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Suzy ❤️🔥🤘 (@sooziethefoodie) Tomato Martini If your crew loves martinis, this recipe from The Feed Feed is the perfect unexpected twist for summer. Click into the post to find the full recipe in the caption. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @thefeedfeed Easier Ice Cream Serving Make quick work of serving dessert by pre-scooping your ice cream into paper-lined muffin tins and popping them into the freezer until the time comes. Here, Kelly Senyei of Just a Taste serves her scoops with a plated slice of cookie cake, but if you're trying to minimize cleanup, just pass yours out with mini disposable spoons or ice cream cones. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kelly Senyei | Just a Taste® (@justataste) Focacia Hot Dogs Bakers, this one's for you! This method from Dan at The Food in My Beard is another fun way to elevate your hot dog setup that will definitely make an impression. If you don't have your own go-to focaccia recipe on deck, try this easy variation from Bon Appétit. (Don't forget to budget a few extra hours for the dough to rise!) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dan – The Food in my Beard (@tfimb) Burger Labeling Hack Trouble remembering who wants cheese, who wants their burger well done, and who prefers a turkey burger? Use a thin-tipped squeeze bottle to make notes on your buns, a la Shannon Doherty. Guests will be amazed by your great memory. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shannon Doherty (@ Elevated Ice Cream Floats Any ice cream float combination can be instantly elevated by serving it up in a fancy glass and a cute garnish. Exhibit A — this boozy root beer float from Moody Cocktails. If it's an all-ages party, make sure you go with shatterproof serveware (like this set of 20 acrylic coupes for only $39.99). View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ron (@moodycocktails) Watermelon Keg The team at Food Network has broken down the process of tapping a watermelon into a few easy steps. The video mentions using rosé and orange vodka, but you could easily use your favorite tequila or rum instead. You will need a tapping kit (also fun for pumpkins in the fall!) and an immersion blender. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Food Network (@foodnetwork) Ina Garten's Foolproof Grilled Steak Method If you're intimidated by manning the grill when steaks are on the menu, Ina has you covered with this foolproof method for perfectly cooked steaks, every time. (If you don't already own one, snag a meat thermometer to ensure your ideal doneness.) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ina Garten (@inagarten) As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. ********** For party recipes, decor ideas, and more, follow StyleBlueprint on Pinterest! About the Author Alissa Harb Alissa Harb is StyleBlueprint's Managing Editor, based in Nashville. A lifelong Tennessee native, Alissa has over 13 years of experience in digital media and loves writing about food, travel, and entertaining. She is a lover of dogs, true crime, and ordering for the table.
