Alley Taps, Downtown, Nashville, happy hour venue
Happy Hour Venue • Nashville, Downtown

Alley Taps Nashville - Historic Live Music & Craft Beer in Printers Alley (2026)

Located in the historic Printers Alley, Alley Taps offers a cozy environment for local Nashville craft beer and nightly live music.. Specializing in American, Pub Fare. Perfect for Music Lovers, Casu…

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Happy hour schedule

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Mon4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tue4:00 PM - 6:00 PMToday
Wed4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Thu4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Fri4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sat4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sun4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Drink and food deals

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Drink deals

  • $2 Off Local Drafts — $2 Off Local Drafts
  • $5 Well Drinks — $5 Well Drinks
  • $6 Wine Specials — $6 Wine Specials

Food deals

  • Rotating Bar Snacks — Rotating Bar Snacks
  • Special Hot Chicken Bites — Special Hot Chicken Bites

About this venue

Editor's Take: Alley Taps is a quintessential Nashville joint located in the legendary Printers Alley. With a focus on local brews and authentic songwriters, it offers a more intimate and historic alternative to the Broadway neon.

Step back in time at Alley Taps. Our historic venue features original 1800s brickwork, a curated tap list of Tennessee's best beers, and a rotating lineup of Nashville's finest musical talent.

Primary Intent: ✨ Luxury Lounges

Intent Tags: local-beer, printers-alley, live-music, historic

Cuisine: American, Pub Fare

Best For: Music Lovers, Casual Drinks, After-Work Social

Atmosphere: Cozy & Rustic

Dress Code: Casual

Noise Level: moderate

Music: Country, Americana

Editor Score:
92/100

Venue highlights & amenities

Everything you need to know about this spot's features and what makes it special.

Basic Info

Atmosphere:
Cozy & Rustic
Dress Code:
Casual
Noise Level:
Moderate
Capacity:
100

Features & Amenities

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Friendly
♿ Wheelchair Accessible
📅 Happy Hour All Week
🎵 Country,Americana
Amenities:
Live Music Stage,Full Bar,Historic Building
Best For:
Music Lovers,Casual Drinks,After-Work Social
Intent Tags:
local-beer,printers-alley,live-music,historic
Payment:
Credit Card,Debit Card,Cash
Parking:
Garage Parking Nearby

Additional Details

  • Cuisine: American, Pub Fare
  • Best For: Music Lovers, Casual Drinks, After-Work Social
  • Intent: local-beer, printers-alley, live-music, historic
  • Amenities: Live Music Stage, Full Bar, Historic Building
  • Music: Country, Americana
  • Payments: Credit Card, Debit Card, Cash
  • Parking: Garage Parking Nearby
  • Dress Code: Casual
  • Noise Level: moderate
  • Capacity: 100
  • Family Friendly: Yes
  • Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Happy Hour All Week: Yes

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Menu highlights

  • Nashville Hot Chicken
    12.00 USD
  • Pretzel Sticks
    9.00 USD
  • Craft IPA
    7.00 USD
  • Signature Mule
    12.00 USD
  • Tavern Tacos
    14.00 USD

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Visit information

Address: 162 Printers Alley, Nashville, TN, 37201Phone: Not listedWebsite: Not listed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about happy hour deals, reservations, and what to expect at Alley Taps

What time does happy hour start and end at Alley Taps?

Happy hour times vary by day - typically weekdays 4-7pm. Check the schedule section above for today's specific happy hour hours and drink specials.

How much are drinks during happy hour at Alley Taps?

Happy hour drink prices usually range from $5-10 for beers, $6-12 for wine, and $7-15 for cocktails. Exact prices depend on the drink type and day of the week.

Does Alley Taps have food specials during happy hour?

Yes, most venues offer appetizers and bar bites at discounted prices during happy hour. Popular items include wings, sliders, nachos, and shareable plates.

Is Alley Taps crowded during happy hour? Should I make reservations?

Happy hour can get busy, especially Thursdays and Fridays. We recommend arriving early or calling ahead for groups of 4+ people. Weekdays are typically less crowded.

What's the dress code for happy hour at Alley Taps?

Most happy hour venues have casual dress code - smart casual is perfect. Avoid athletic wear, but business casual or casual attire is generally acceptable.

Does Alley Taps have outdoor seating or patio for happy hour?

Indoor seating is available. Call ahead to ask about seasonal outdoor seating or nearby outdoor options.

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TN Alcohol Laws & Happy Hour Regulations

DUI Laws: Tennessee has a 0.08% BAC limit. Mandatory ignition interlock for first offenders.

Happy Hour Rules: Tennessee allows happy hour specials with no statewide restrictions.

Last Call: Last call is typically 3 AM in Nashville, varies elsewhere.

You must be 21+ to consume alcoholic beverages in the United States. Please drink responsibly and never drink and drive. Happy hour times may vary — call ahead to confirm.