The Bluebird Cafe

World renowned and a Green Hills nightclub mainstay since 1982, The Bluebird Cafe requires planning and patience if you want to hear some of the world’s best singer-songwriters in a gloriously intimate setting. (Prepare to be shushed by the wait staff if you speak much beyond a whisper.) Due in part to its regular storyline on the “Nashville” TV show, the 90-seat club now has an audience with tourists outnumbering townies on many nights. Thus the “How to Make Reservations” section of the website is a must-visit with the exception of Sundays and Mondays, which are first-come, first served. From Tuesday through Saturday a few rows of church pews and bar seats remain first-come, first-served, so there’s always a chance and getting in the door. And the opening set, which features lesser-known but still immensely talented acts, sells out less quickly. Live music nightly, with a cover charge for the late show and food and drink minimums. See website for calendar listings.

Full bar. Serving bar snacks and light dinner fare available until 10pm nightly.  Reservations highly recommended. Group Capacity: 40.

MUST EATS: Baked Brie, chicken quesadilla, fish and house-made chips.

“At this intimate Music City club, you can see a pro songwriter woodshedding new tunes, or meet a producer who changes your life. (It happened to Taylor Swift.) — Rolling Stone, “The Best Clubs in America,” March 28, 2013

A note about covid protocols from The Bluebird Cafe:

We are joining many other local venues in making the health and safety of our staff, songwriters and customers our highest priority. Effective August 20, 2021 and until further notice, all patrons artists and staff are required to either present proof of Covid-19 full vaccination or negative Covid-19 test administered by or under the supervision of a healthcare provider and taken within 48 hours of show entry. Proof of vaccination and test results must bear a name that matches the government-issued identification for the patron that is seeking entry. We will continually assess the information and recommendations provided by the CDC and update our policy as needed. 

* Full vaccination=final vaccination completed with 2nd shot at least 14 days prior.