Nashville Spotlight: The Stillery Midtown

The Stillery in Midtown Nashville is a popular dining and live music destination known for its Southern-inspired comfort food and lively atmosphere.¹

Here is a comprehensive overview:

Uniqueness and Ambiance

The Stillery distinguishes itself by perfectly blending a casual, rustic gastropub setting with the vibrant energy of Music City.²

• Live Music: A core feature is the daily live music, showcasing both up-and-coming and established local Nashville talent.³ This commitment to the music scene creates an energetic and quintessential Nashville experience.⁴

   

• Southern Charm: The ambiance is described as welcoming and energetic, a great spot for both locals and visitors looking to enjoy good food and a lively social setting.⁵

   

• Signature Drinks: They are known for their handcrafted cocktails, particularly the Mason Jar Cocktails, which are made with the South’s best “shines” and spirits, paying a playful nod to Tennessee’s history with whiskey-making and moonshining.⁶

   

History

The Stillery brand was co-founded by Steve Sargent and Steve but the exact founding date of the Midtown location isn’t specified in the available information. However, the first Nashville location (Downtown) opened in 2015.⁷ The concept was born from a desire to reflect Nashville’s modern Southern spirit, combining comfort food classics with new, creative trends.⁸ The name itself is a tribute to the region’s deep-rooted history of whiskey production.

Highlight Menu Items

The menu features American cuisine with Southern comfort food staples.⁹ Some of the most praised and unique dishes include:

• World Famous Hot Chicken Mac & Cheese: A creamy, indulgent Mac & Cheese elevated with Nashville’s iconic spicy hot chicken.¹⁰

   

• Sriracha Devil Eggs (Found in the Starters section).¹¹

   

• Rustic Pies (Brick-Fired Pizzas):¹²

   

  • Prosciutto & Arugula¹³

     

  • The Carnivore¹⁴

     

  • Brussel Sprout Pie (features garlic oil, caramelized onion, roasted Brussels sprouts, bacon, mozzarella, and Parmesan).¹⁵

     

• Hot Chicken Sandwich: Fried crispy, with spicy sauce, fried pickles, lettuce, tomato, and bleu cheese spread.¹⁶

   

• Steak Fingers: Crispy, hand-breaded, and deep-fried cube steak served with crinkle fries, Texas toast, and country gravy.¹⁷

   

Customer Feedback

Customer reviews highly praise a few key areas:

• Food Quality: The food quality is consistently commended, with the Mac & Cheese and Hot Chicken Sandwiches being frequently mentioned as top-notch.¹⁸

   

• Service: Patrons commend the staff for being prompt, attentive, and informative.
• Atmosphere: The lively atmosphere featuring live music is a major draw.
• A common note for reconsideration is that the ambiance can be inconsistent due to varying noise levels depending on the seating area, and some guests have noted that certain dishes can be greasy.¹⁹

   

Significant Events

The Stillery is a popular venue for events and celebrations, but there is no public information on specific, historic one-off “significant events” that have taken place there over the years. Instead, the focus is on a calendar of daily and nightly live music performances.²⁰ They also offer a flexible space for corporate events, Christmas parties, bachelorette parties, and birthday celebrations, accommodating groups up to 300 guests.²¹

Location and Contact Information

The Stillery Midtown is located on Broadway near Vanderbilt University, distinct from its sister location downtown.²²