Tribe
Dancing · Video Bar · Nashville, TN
About
Tribe isn't the loudest gay club in Nashville, but it might be the cleanest and most welcoming. This video bar plays top 40 and dance remixes on a typical night, with themed nights like popular show tunes drawing a dedicated crowd. The space is spotless, including the lavish bathrooms, and there is no cover charge. It also shares a building with SUZY WONGS HOUSE OF YUM, a Chinese restaurant co-owned by a Top Chef contestant.
There's a small bar for private events, a couple of pool tables, and an elevated seating area overlooking the main floor. Drinks run $5-6 for wells, and the pours lean modest. The crowd skews friendly and a bit younger, and the service is good overall, though some reviews note a double standard in attention based on appearance. It's a solid first stop before heading to Play Dance Bar for late-night dancing.
Located in The District near Mcmillin St, a central area of Nashville's gay nightlife scene.
Features
- ✓Video bar with top 40 and themed nights
- ✓No cover charge
- ✓On-site Chinese restaurant co-owned by a Top Chef contestant
- ✓Spotless bathrooms and elevated seating area
- ✓Pool tables and a private event bar
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What people say
Rated from 90 reviews. 175 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
Service was terrible, and the staff was rude.
A visitor · 3 months ago
This place is extremely welcoming to gay people. It's a good spot for relaxed conversation and feeling part of a community, even if you're not drinking.
A guest · Over a year ago
“Love this place!”
Tribe is an excellent place to begin your evening. The crowd was more welcoming than those at gay bars in many other cities I've visited. The venue had a lot of elegance, and the music from famous DJ Ron was fantastic. The staff was also wonderful. If you're in Nashville for a random weekend, I suggest going to Tribe early and then heading to Play for late-night dancing. You won't regret it.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“The Only Review You Will Need!”
Tribe is an exceptionally nice bar, and the owners have invested a huge amount of money into it, which seems to have been worthwhile. It's mainly a video bar with different themed nights, like popular showtunes nights. On regular nights, the videos are usually upbeat top 40 and dance remixes. The atmosphere is very warm and inviting, and the place is immaculate, including the fancy bathrooms. They share a space with Suzy Wong's House of Yum, an upscale Chinese restaurant co-owned by a Top Chef contestant. I haven't eaten there, but the dishes looked tempting. There are a couple of pool tables, a small bar for private events and small groups, and a raised seating area overlooking the bar. Staff is mostly friendly, but they know they're attractive. If you're young and good-looking, you'll get outstanding service; if not, service is still good, but they may spend less time with you. I haven't had a bad experience, but I can see a double standard. Either way, service is decent. There's no cover charge, coat check is $2, and parking is usually okay unless Play is busy, then you might have to walk farther. Drinks are a bit strong, $5-6 for well drinks and $9-11 for top shelf, but pours are on the smaller side (1-1.25 oz). They accept cash and credit. For the atmosphere and what you get, prices are fair. It's rare to find a bar that's spotlessly clean, well-staffed, and safe. Overall, I give it 5 stars. They could improve in some areas, but it's a fun place.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
“My Favorite”
Excellent music, good drinks, a fun crowd, and you can order food from Suzy Wong's.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tribe have a cover charge? +
No, there is no cover charge.
What nights are special at Tribe? +
Show tunes night is a regular event. Other nights feature upbeat top 40 and dance remixes.
Is there food at Tribe? +
Tribe shares a space with SUZY WONGS HOUSE OF YUM, an upscale Chinese food restaurant, but the bar itself does not serve food.
Is there outdoor seating? +
Yes, Tribe has outdoor seating.
What are the hours? +
Wed-Thu 3pm-1am, Fri-Sat 10:30am-2am, Sun 12pm-1am.
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