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Welcome to Downtown Sporting

Located in the heart of Nashville, Downtown Sporting is a vibrant American eatery offering a range of amenities including outdoor seating, a full bar, and games like axe throwing and cornhole. Customers rave about the unique experience, from the laid-back rooftop vibe to the friendly servers and delicious food options. The menu features standout dishes like the Mahi sandwich with fresh fruit and the $12 burger, all served in a classy, retro-inspired setting. With multiple floors to explore, including a rooftop bar with stunning views of Broadway, Downtown Sporting is a must-visit for a fun and memorable dining experience in Nashville.

Downtown Sporting: Reviews & Ratings

Rob K.
Rob K.

My wife and I spent three nights in Nashville and popped in here each night. Totally laid back vibe with friendly servers. We primarily spent our time on the roof top where most nights you could hear the sounds of Broadway. Only tip is if you are drinking PBR, you can get a 16 ounce on the 1st floorfor what you pay for a 12 ounce on the roof. You will certainly be happy you popped in here if you just want to hang out and have a drink.

Brad H.
Brad H.

Great Nashville establishment- fun environment, friendly staff and cold drinks. It is a larger venue with several small feels in one but a wonderful place to visit. Limited food menu but what they offer is good.

Kyle C.
Kyle C.

I love this place! Very cozy spot that locals can enjoy on in the midst of the craziness downtown. I had the burger, it was exactly what a $12 burger should be. Honestly, my favorite part of the whole experience was my server, Mark! He was AWESOME! Be sure to request him as your server.

Angeline D.
Angeline D.

If you want to enjoy a night out on Broadway with a spacious rooftop view of the Batman building, then come to downtown sporting club! Visited on a Friday night around 11pm. I ended up here after not enjoy the other nearby bars because of the long lines and WAY TOO packed with people inside. First floor - live band and a bar. There's a lawn chair seating area to enjoy the live band. There were basketball hoops and shuffleboard. I ordered one of their frozen drinks - I can't remember exactly but it had rosé and green tea. It was pretty strong and good. Second floor - there's a bar and DJ spinning a mixture of new and throwback pop music. You can overlook Broadway. There's shuffleboard, tables have chess/checker boards, the back has a huge tv screen with lawn chairs to enjoy. Axe throwing is in the back too, but it looks like it's only available in the day time. Fourth floor - live band, a bar, and more games. There are high top tables with umbrellas. You get an amazing view of the Batman building. There is security by the railings making sure people aren't being belligerent, especially with glass bottles or drinks in glasses. Highly recommend this place at night if you're looking for a more relaxed vibe with spacious areas. My group really enjoyed our time! If I had more time in Nashville, I would've loved to try their food and axe throwing.

Elizabeth A.
Elizabeth A.

A coworker and I came here for lunch since I told him I had never been. The interior has an old time fancy vibe, which I was into. I got the Mahi sandwich with a side of fruit and honestly I was blown away. The sandwich had a ton of flavor and the side of fruit had raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries with herbs on it. It was an amazing lunch. The manager Belle came over to see how our meal was. She also explained that the second floor has axe throwing and other games and the third floor has turf floors to commemorate Paradise Park (RIP). She was so nice. I'm definitely coming back to do a happy hour here at their cool bar and to try something off the dinner menu because I know it will be good.

Janit V.
Janit V.

Most of the bars on Broadway have live music, open space, and a rooftop bar. Not to say that those bars aren't awesome, but if you're looking to play some games while having a drink, this might be a nice change of pace. After exploring some of the bars the city has to offer, we decided to check this place out. The Downtown Sporting Club is composed of four floors: First floor - In addition to a restaurant & bar, this floor offers ping pong and corn hole. They also have a picture worthy "Nashville looks good on you" wall pictured in my review. Second floor - In addition to a bar offering alcoholic slushees, this floor includes a variety of activities to choose from. They have axe throwing, which I recommend making a reservation for, arcade games, foosball, and a "lawn" area to watch several sports games simultaneously. Third floor - This floor is for "hotel" guests so we were unable to go to this floor. Pretty cool concept nonetheless. Fourth floor - More games, but outdoors on their rooftop. The rooftop offers a view of Broadway. They also have a dance floor and photo booth inside. If you're looking for a place to chill, I recommend this fun spot!

Maddie H.
Maddie H.

As much as I miss Paradise Park (R.I.P.), I have to admit that the Downtown Sporting Club (DSC) is awesome. DSC is the classier, older sibling of P-Park and so I cannot deny its appeal. I wish there was some way have both. However, I think I've made peace with the new facelift. Two girlfriends and I first went up to their rooftop bar on the 4th floor and enjoyed some adult slushies called the Pageant Material ($11.75) which come in souvenir cups with their logo on it. This cocktail has rose, pineapple, aperol, orange and green tea which was delicious. After hanging out upstairs for a while and taking in the view of Broadway we went down to a lower floor to see if we could do the axe throwing. There was a long wait for this so we decided to just play some corn hole. They also have a ton of board games so we played Exploding Cats for a while after that and enjoyed more drinks. This place is a blast and although a piece of my heart still is with P-Park I had so much fun here. I will be back and I do want to try their food as well.

Tony S.
Tony S.

Went there for breakfast and it was great. Very clean and retro designed with a great location in downtown Nashville. The food was very fresh and unique. Service was on point and the orange juice was fresh squeezed. I'm sure they have lots of other great menu items but I was only there for breakfast. Check it out!

Peggy O.
Peggy O.

What a fun evening! It is seriously a night to remember, one you won't forget. We had visited the previous venue on a few occasions, and wow, they sure did an incredible remodel. Multiple floors, and I mean multiple. Hotel rooms, upstairs patio, a serious sporting floor and of course, downstairs for dinner. Dinner itself is an event... thankfully there were numerous TV monitors close by to watch the Kentucky Derby (dummy us, we had sorta forgot that was going to be happening while at dinner - but it sure wasn't a problem). Anyway, apparently there was a huge party with mint juleps going on upstairs unbeknownst to us :) . Loved the variety on the menu - not a huge menu, but enough choices to make us all happy happy. Got some drinks - alcohol menu doesn't disappoint. The beautifully presented crudités had the best veggies along with a green goddess dressing (not like the old blast to the past type dressing). Served impaled into crushed ice, the veggies erupted out of the ice. Enjoyed the bacon wrapped dates - this could have been my main course. The chicken dish was HUGE - looked nice and crispy - a friend ordered that one. My hubby dined on the pasta with mushrooms... which I might add, I was supposed to try-but when I asked, he sheepishly stated he "accidentally" finished it. Added a piece of salmon to my sesame citrus salad - YUM. Great dressing and just what I was in the mood for. Let's talk desserts ---- the huge homemade hot fudge and caramel sauce sundae --- We made a bit of a dent in it, but couldn't finish it. It was scrumptious! Being a huge cheesecake fan, we couldn't pass up one of those as well, because sundaes and cheesecakes go together, right? It was truly the lightest cheesecake I've tasted. Thankfully when we made dinner reservations, we also reserved some ax throwing. A word to the wise - youtube this ahead of time and it will help. My twin and I kicked butts - figured that the gentlemen we were with would be amazing, since they are athletes. Not that we aren't, but never having thrown (not tossed) an ax before, I really thought we would get some pointers. And, we did. There is someone in each ax area to help you but I wanted to get a bit of a lesson before the lesson --- sorta like I did before going to Buenos Aires and "learning" to dance. What a thrill when the ax actually lands in the wood - forget trying to aim the first time - it is more about it actually sticking .... Was great fun with delicious food and looking forward to enjoying another night at the club in the not too distant future.

Location

Welcome to Downtown Sporting, a delightful American restaurant located at 411 Broadway in Nashville, TN. Known for its laid-back vibe, friendly servers, and spacious rooftop with views of Broadway, this spot is a favorite among locals and tourists alike.

Customers rave about the variety of activities offered on each of the four floors. From live bands to axe throwing, shuffleboard, arcade games, and even a rooftop dance floor, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The classy and retro design adds to the overall appeal of the venue.

When it comes to the food, Downtown Sporting does not disappoint. Dishes like the Mahi sandwich with a side of fresh fruit, crispy chicken, and delicious desserts like homemade sundaes and cheesecakes are just a few highlights of the menu. The fresh and unique menu items, along with the attentive service, make for a memorable dining experience.

With a full bar, free Wi-Fi, and a range of amenities like outdoor seating, catering options, and waiter service, Downtown Sporting truly has it all. Whether you're looking for a place to hang out and have a drink, enjoy a meal with friends, or partake in some fun games, this establishment has something for everyone. Make sure to visit Downtown Sporting on your next trip to Nashville!