Betty's Grill
Neighborhood dive bar and grillThe Nations

Betty's Grill

4.5 (258)$

The Local’s Take

“Unpretentious, time-capsule dive bar”

Betty's Grill is the old-school dive of The Nations, a small bar and grill on 49th Ave N that the Nashville Scene named Best Dive in 2023, calling it frozen in time in the best way. Expect string lights, tinsel, cold beer and simple bar food.

It has a long history as a spot for live shows, from heavy metal and noise to Americana, and it also has sports on TV, outdoor seating and happy hour drinks. It opens at 11 AM and stays open until midnight every day. Ask the bartender for happy hour times.

Known forCold cheap beer and an eclectic live-show history
Best forA no-frills drink with locals
Don’t missWhatever band is on the bill that night
Dive barNeighborhood barLive musicHappy hourPatio seating
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Mon11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Tue11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wed11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thu11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Fri11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sat11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sun11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Getting there

map · the nations
407 49th Ave N
(615) 297-7257
Free lot and street parking
Walk-in friendly
Patio
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