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Tootsies Orchid Lounge

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422 Broadway

Nashville, TN 37203

+1 (615) 726-0463

http://www.tootsies.net

'Mom's' was the original name of Tootsie's Orchid Lounge, Tootsie Bess bought Mom's in 1960. She credits a painter with naming Tootsie's. She came in one day to find that he had painted her place orchid...thus the name Tootsie's Orchid Lounge. Famous early customers were Kris Kristofferson, Faron Young, Willie Nelson, Tom T. Hall, Hank Cochran, Mel Tillis, Roger Miller, Webb Pierce, Waylon Jennings, Patsy Cline and many more. Performers at the Opry would sometimes sneak out the side door and grab a drink at Tootsie’s between sets. In 1992, local businessman Steve Smith reinvested in Tootsies and is credited for part of the revitalization of downtown Nashville. Today, Tootsies is an international destination visited by locals and tourists alike. Tootsie’s is known for having the best local musicians and as a haven for some the world’s most popular acts. You truly never know who you may see on one of Tootsie’s three stages or hanging out on the rooftop patio.

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3.51,269 reviews

Sandy L.

8/26/2025

Great music-Chad Hamm played both times we were there between 2-6. Tootsies rooftop has an awesome view of Broadway. Great prices on beer and food. I am not a fan of Tootsies website or ability to...

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Cindy Z.

9/9/2025

Tootsies is the most iconic honky tonk on Broadway as many musicians got their start here. There is live music playing on each floor as you make your way up to the rooftop. It was a bit hot and...

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Craig W.

7/19/2025

Tootsie's is one of the last remaining historic honky tonks on Broadway. Apparently, Opry stars used to come here after playing shows, presumably when the Opry still played at the Ryman. There...

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Anthony M.

1/3/2026

This is a Nashville original! It's a little run down, but I think that's the point. It can get crowded pretty fast so it could be a bit of a nightmare, but the bartenders are all nice. I went...

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Sara A.

11/8/2025

This place is a staple in Nashville, it's a multilevel dive bar with awesome live music. It was so SUPER crowded. Everybody was squeezed in like sardines, which is definitely not my scene, but I...

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