Garth Brooks' Friends in Low Places bar in Nashville opens today. Take a look inside (2024)

Put on your boots and head down to Lower Broadway because Garth Brooks' honky tonk is officially open.

Months after doing a soft opening via an Amazon Prime "Dive Bar Concert," Brooks' much anticipated Friends in Low Places honky-tonk — at 411 Broadway— is now open daily to patrons. The March 7 grand opening isn't a black-tie affair, but it is an open one where people can see the four-floor, 54,715-square-foot venue, the greatest amount of square footage in the area between First and Fifth Avenue of Nashville's Lower Broadway.

What can you expect from Friends in Low Places? Not some ivory tower, but a small oasis with a more down home feel where "all are welcome."

'Friends In Low Places':Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood welcome Nashville to the 'Oasis'

The rooftop "Oasis" is described as Lower Broadway's largest rooftop with 10-foot-tall palm trees, two full bars and "a beachy paradise [atmosphere] with unmatched views." Inside, two palm trees grow on the venue's second floor — which has three levels open to looking down on the first floor's retractable stage — are named for Earl Bud Lee and Dewayne Blackwell, the three-decade-old classic's co-writers.

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You can grab some whiskey and a beer chaser seven days a week, 11 a.m.-2 a.m. CT Monday through Friday and 10 a.m.-2 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Garth Brooks' Friends in Low Places bar in Nashville opens today. Take a look inside (2024)

FAQs

Do you need reservations for Friends in Low Places? ›

Can I make a reservation? Our Honky-Tonk's first two floors and Oasis rooftop are first come, first served with no reservations required.

Who owns Friends in Low Places? ›

Garth Brooks's and Trisha Yearwood's Friends in Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk is up and running on Broadway, where it joins the seemingly infinite number of celebrity-owned bars that line the Neon Neighborhood.

What is the most popular bar street in Nashville? ›

Running through the heart of downtown Nashville, Broadway Street is home to some of Nashville's best music, restaurants, and bars.

How much did Garth Brooks Bar in Nashville cost? ›

Brooks' to-be-named location sold for slightly under $48 million in December 2021, according to public records — up more than $20 million from the building's $27 million price tag in 2017.

How popular is Friends in Low Places? ›

“Friends in Low Places” was the first single from Brooks' second studio album, No Fences. The song spent four weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and won both the Academy of Country Music and Country Music Association awards for 1990 Single of the Year.

What is the story behind Friends in Low Places? ›

The song is the story of a man who “shows up in boots” at his ex girlfriend's wedding. He then proceeds to take the groom's glass of champagne and gives an inappropriate toast to his ex, he then “says goodnight and shows himself to the door” to go hang out with his “friends in low places” .

Who wrote the song "The Dance" by Garth Brooks? ›

Does Luke Combs have a restaurant in Nashville? ›

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Opry Entertainment Group and Luke Combs have announced their venue in the former Wildhorse Saloon space will be called Category 10, which was inspired by Combs' debut No. 1 hit, “Hurricane.” The new honky-tonk will celebrate Combs' place in country music.

What bar do celebrities go to in Nashville? ›

Those who know about Country music are likely in the know about Bluebird Cafe. The iconic venue has hosted musical acts from Taylor Swift to Garth Brooks. However, the stars at Bluebird aren't just on stage. With about 70,000 visitors per year, you'll often find celebs in Nashville checking out a show alongside you.

Where do the locals drink in Nashville? ›

Top 10 Best Local Bars Near Nashville, Tennessee
  • All "Local Bars" results in Nashville, Tennessee - June 2024.
  • Red Phone Booth - Nashville. 4.4 (228 reviews) ...
  • Teddys Tavern. 4.7 (60 reviews) ...
  • Losers Bar and Grill. 2.9 (225 reviews) ...
  • The Basem*nt. 4.0 (67 reviews) ...
  • Bobby's Garage Bar. ...
  • Robert's Western World. ...
  • Santa's Pub.

What's the best honky-tonk in Nashville? ›

Must Visit Nashville Honky-Tonks For Your Next Vacation
  • Tootsie's Orchid Lounge. A staple of Lower Broadway for decades, is the place where Willie Nelson earned his first songwriting gig. ...
  • Robert's Western World. ...
  • The Second Fiddle. ...
  • The Stage. ...
  • Wild Horse Saloon. ...
  • Station Inn. ...
  • Bluebird Café

Can you go to the Friends Cafe in New York? ›

Is the Central Perk coffee shop located in Central park? Well it is not. But the next time you are visiting the areas surrounding 199 Lafayette St. just at the corner of Broome Street in New York there stands a beautiful coffee shop that you should not miss an opportunity of popping into if you are a Friends Show fan.

Do you need a reservation for not so scary? ›

Even though Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party doesn't officially start until 7 pm, you can enter the park as early as 4 pm with your event ticket. You will not need a park reservation since it is a special event.

Why do restaurants do no reservations? ›

A no-reservation policy eliminates no shows altogether because you no longer open yourself up to the possibility of guests not arriving for their reservations. You don't lose business and revenue from having to turn people away.

Do you need park reservation for park hopping? ›

Theme park reservations may be required for Annual Passholders and Guests with certain non-dated tickets to enter their first park. After they enter their first park, they will be able to visit another theme park.

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