Drifters

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    $$ Barbeque, Music Venues, Dive Bars
    Open11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Updated by the business 1 month ago

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    1008B Woodland St

    Nashville, TN 37206

    East End

    Mon

    • 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Tue

    • 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Wed

    • 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Thu

    • 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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    Fri

    • 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

    Sat

    • 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

    Sun

    • 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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    About the Business

    Drifters is the relaxed, non-smoking, family-friendly neighborhood hangout where you can sit and enjoy some delicious Hickory Smoked Tennessee BBQ! We offer pulled pork, chicken, and brisket, as well as fall-off-the-bone ribs, smokey full-joint wings, juicy smoked sausage, and even bratwurst; all smoked to perfection with hickory wood and rubbed in our signature dry rub! We offer a large selection of house-made sauces and a diverse vegetarian/vegan menu as well. Our full bar has a great selection of whiskey/bourbon in addition to domestic, premium, and imported beers. Most nights you can come enjoy live music on our outdoor patio (or heated patio in the winter) and bring the dog if you like!

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      Is there dedicated parking?

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      There is a pay by the hour lot across the road/alley from them.

      Deanne B. 
      6 years ago 1 person found this helpful

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      David D.
      Lincolnton, NC
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      Apr 30, 2024

      Awesome Food.. Service... And Ambiance
      Perfect place to bring your best friend and significant other

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      R. H.
      Los Angeles, CA
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      Apr 16, 2024

      Horrible service. Showed up and ordered $200 of BBQ and beer to play some games, was yelled at for knocking over the Jenga set WHILE playing Jenga.

      Love Nashville but this place sucks!

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      Rob R.
      Granada Hills, CA
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      Apr 10, 2024

      Amazed there weren't lines out the door!
      Fall-off-the-bone ribs, tasty sides, 2-for-1 beer specials, friendly service, and live music on the patio. What more could you want?

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      Nov 13, 2023

      We sat outside since it was nice out. The band playing was a nice touch! We both got the brisket sandwich. I do wish the sauce was tossed with the brisket, and there was a bit more than just meat in the burger. However, those are just my personal preferences. The service was great!

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      Andy V.
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      Nov 7, 2023

      As we were driving through Nashville, during lunchtime, we felt obligated to look for a great barbecue restaurant. We were traveling with our dog and based on the suggestions from Yelp, we gave it a try. It was spectacular. It's hidden down an alleyway, but if we just looked, we would've seen the signage. From the moment we stepped in our server, Chas , could not have been nicer. He took care of us with some water, and even offered a little brisket for our dog. I had the combination platter which consist of pork chicken and brisket. I thought the brisket and pork were absolutely stellar and the chicken was just average. The sides also did not disappoint. The ambience food and service were excellent. Totally worthy of five stars.

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      Matt S.
      Nashville, TN
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      Apr 11, 2024

      Not being extreme when I say this, the ribs tasted and looked liked shoe leather lit on fire. The worst ribs I ever had, however the service was good and the restaurant was cool. Just don't get the ribs.

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      Kristen S.
      Nashville, TN
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      Jan 14, 2024

      The food was absolutely amazing. We happened to stumble upon this place so it was a pleasant surprise when we saw that they had a vegetarian option on the menu and man was it good! I loved the outdoor seating and the ability to hear live music. Would definitely go back here.

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      Kim F.
      Huntersville, NC
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      Great BBQ!
      Local place with great BBQ! Ribs and pulled pork a must. Fried okra and collard greens definitely worth getting.

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      Tanya S.
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      Dec 12, 2023

      Amanda is the best lady ever there. She is patient and kind. Has great recommendations. Wonderful sausage, good ribs, and amazing fried okra loving this spot. Will be back for sure. Good country music played live. Nice little bar and hole in the wall.

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      Ashley C.
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      Oct 23, 2023

      Food was very yummy! The service was amazing. Our server was so nice and helpful. The lights and live music were so fun to be around. The only downside to this place was finding parking.

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