Nashville’s culinary scene is more exciting now than ever, and that’s saying something because we’re the city that brought hot chicken to the world! This summer, take your foodie explorations to new heights high above the sizzling streets of the city at our recommendations for the top rooftop restaurants in town.

Choose from the best steakhouse in Nashville, sleek and chic destinations, relaxed live music joints, and casual eats atop hotels—you’ll have a night to remember at any of these destinations. Remember to take showstopping selfies with the skyline sunset as your gorgeous backdrop!

Our selected rooftop restaurants are beloved by locals and visitors alike, so we advise making reservations where they are accepted and arriving ahead of your

Summer has arrived in Tennessee, and it’s already a scorcher. Don’t let the heat keep you indoors, though, because there are plenty of riverfront and lakeside dining options where you can catch a delightfully cool breeze off the glittering water.

To get you started, take a look at our list of the top 10 waterfront restaurants in Middle TN. Choose from seafood, burgers and brews, low and slow BBQ, classic Southern cuisine, and a sports bar—a few of which are also live music venues. It’s time to slather on your sunscreen, put on your favorite summer hat, and kick back at the waterside under summer’s cerulean skies.

Blue Moon Waterfront Grille
525 Basswood Drive | Nashville

Blue Moon Waterfront Grille is a Music City staple. Back in 2010, it