The Bluebird Cafe

The Bluebird Cafe is one of the world’s preeminent listening rooms and the venue has gained worldwide recognition as a songwriter’s performance space where the “heroes behind the hits” perform their own songs.

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  • Phone

    (615) 383-1461

  • Website

    bluebirdcafe.com

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  • Type

    Music Venue

Address

4104 Hillsboro Pike Nashville , TN 37215 United States

Reservations Yes
Drinks Beer

Comments / 73


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Laura Covington

The Bluebird pops up in most episodes of Nashville: Scarlett and Gunnar work here, Rayna and Deacon play open mic night , but scenes are actually filmed in a set that's replica of the real Bluebird.

Mia

Get there early! I went on Monday for singer songwriter night . It was a highlight of my USA trip! The spinach and artichoke dip was delicious, the cider was yum and great music and atmosphere!

Rose Hill

I saw Mark Germino here, a well known singer-songwriter. It was a MEMORABLE experience, worth the time & wait. Saturday is a GREAT day to go w/o a reservation . The place is affordable & friendly fun! Read more

Kevin V

The Classic and quintessential music venue in Nashville! Come early on Sundays walk-ins. Most people come for the venue more than for the bands, so don't expect an ecstatic crowd each time.

Fred LeBaron

Intimate almost to the point of interactive, this legendary spot is hard to get into, but easy to love. The staff are friendly & unobtrusive as the music unfolds literally right in front of you.

Benjamin Roodman

Get here 1.5-2 hours before the show for walk up tickets as it's difficult to get tickets online.

Kate

It's a small cafe with an intimate atmosphere and great acoustics . Tickets are hard to get, but totally worth it!

Nicholas Mather

Big Charlie's Rubber Band has played here twice for the open mic . We waited over 4 hours both times to play one song ... and it was TOTALLY WORTH IT. Can't wait to audition to have our own show!

Leslie Ann

Got to see some great talent at Writer 's Night. Got in line a bit after 5 and did not get in to the 6pm show, but were among the first dozen in for the 8pm show. So...come very early!

Design*Sponge

Call ahead to get yourself a seat, and remember that the café is technically a listening room, so a certain level of quiet is expected (you will be shushed!). Read more

Design*Sponge

Shows like ABC’s hit drama “Nashville” have made this venue even more popular, but the Bluebird Cafe is one of the most storied listening rooms in the music world. Read more

Chevrolet

Stars and up-and-coming songwriters try out their newest lyrics in front of a live audience at Bluebird Café . For a relaxing night that honors music , check our Bluebird!

Rex Hammock

In the Green Hills , a close-in suburb with the city 's best concentration of up-scale retail , is this "songwriters' venue," a unique Nashville tradition. Now owned by non-profit Songwriters association

Martin O'Kane

Lovely intimate venue . Saw 4 diverse artists , all amazing.

Zach Hartley

Great service. Pretty decent food. Just be prepared to wait. Grab some beers from the gas station next door...makes the line move quicker.

Sunny Wynn Boyd

small venue . space fills up quickly. you may have to wait in line . it is worth it. great singer/songwriters.

Jim

Absolutely amazing! Remember, it's a listening room, so SHHH!!

Kelly R

This legendary venue is one of my favorite places in Nashville to hear live music ! Be sure to get a seat early!

Dawn White-Williams

Come early!! You want the 8pm show, but be ready to stand in line for 2+hours for the free show on sunday!!

Tim Gerst

Such an iconic, small, intimate venue . Songwriter nights are the best.

Julene Reed

Make reservations ! If you decide to take your chances, go really early...4:15 for the 6 o'clock show.

Brett Copeland

This is the place for awesome music . Highly recommended that you get ere early. Get brown liquor drunk and rowdy.

Suzanne Beckman

Make reservations ! Even if you come early, tables may be all reserved and you will have to sit in pews or at the bar ($7 min per person)

Danica Tester

The music is always amazing and the atmosphere is intimate ! Shhhhhh

Salina Viktoria

Go to a writers round. Reserve a table. You won't regret it.

Maria Essig

Just outstanding place. Very atmospheric, intimate and warm.

Charlie Thedog

If you do not have tickets Arrive 2 hours before the show start. Don't expect to be let in when the door opens. it will likely only be 15 minutes before the show before you get in.

Skye Needlemyer

The people at the blue bird said very mean stuff to us and swore and made fun of me and my family very disappointed

Alexander Frost

Good food and good music . I can't imagine what else you could want!

Katie Mandel

Intimate venue. Get your tickets online ahead of time if you can.

Erin Orr

Music and drinks. This place has amazing artists playing all the time.

rochelle stephens

Without reservation they say be there an hour early, come earlier, the unreserved seats go in minutes, so so worth the extra wait!

Jonathan Andersen

Great venue for friends or a date. If you're trying to walk up for the 6:30 show get there a little before 5:30. Food is fairly priced and the show is amazing.

ed peterson

Come early in the morning for no wait an amazing food

Wannado

Make reservations early or get in line early for the open seats !

Gayatri Nair

It's first come first serve on Sundays and Mondays so come early

Robin Lynn

Awesome night of songwriters in the round!

Jessica Rausch

In the round. Amazing musicians !

Russ Crick

I'm not huge into country , but I still had an awesome, laid back time. I definitely recommend it to anyone seeking a small, friendly outing.

Shane Burkett

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Megan Cardwell

The talent was great. The food wasn't all that good but I would get the sweet potato fries again.

Paige McCauley

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michelle

The music !! Drinks and food ok - enjoy the atmosphere.

Kelsey Mutch

the music and CHOCOLATE cake !

Brat

The music and atmosphere

Simmie

Smaller place so plan on a wait.

David Whited

Sweet potato fries are amazing! Order with both ranch & honey musters.

Carrie Biggar

Don't fall into the tourist trap. There are other places to hear great writers ...overall disappointed in the quality of music on Sunday night writers night except for Jason Adamo!

Patricia Bradby

Sweet potato fries . Do it.

Tony Borzumato

Outstanding evening hearing local songwriters/performers.

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