Welcome to Drifters
At Drifters, we embrace the spirit of Nashville’s vibrant dive bar culture, offering a unique blend of hearty BBQ and live music in a laid-back atmosphere. Our story unfolds in a nutshell: hickory-smoked St. Louis ribs that fall off the bone, zesty vegan options, and comfort foods served with a twist—from savory hush puppies to decadent banana pudding. Drifters is more than just a dining spot; it's a community hub where music and camaraderie thrive. Whether savoring a BBQ combo plate or enjoying drinks on our heated outdoor patio, every visit is a delightful experience that feels like home.
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1008B Woodland St Nashville, TN 37206 United States Hotline: (615) 262-2776
Welcome to Drifters, an enchanting dive bar nestled at 1008B Woodland St, Nashville, TN. This spirited venue isn’t just known for its lively atmosphere and heart-thumping live music; it also serves a delicious array of dishes that leave your taste buds dancing.
Drifters strikes the perfect balance between a laid-back environment and mouthwatering comfort food. Imagine savoring a plate of half rack St. Louis ribs that are hickory smoked to perfection—so tender that the meat practically falls off the bone. This is what diners rave about and return for time and time again. One delighted customer noted, “The sweet sauce was perfect. The meat falls off the bone just looking at it.”
In addition to the tantalizing ribs, the BBQ Combo Plate allows you to sample an assortment of hickory smoked meats, served with your choice of sides. Vegetarians can rejoice, too, as Drifters offers delicious options like the Black Bean Veggie Burger and hearty salads, ensuring that everyone can find something satisfyingly tasty.
- ✔️ Wheelchair Accessible: With a welcoming atmosphere for all.
- ✔️ Kid-Friendly & Pet-Friendly: A great place for gatherings with friends and family, including your furry companions.
- ✔️ Outdoor Seating: Perfect for enjoying your meal while soaking up some sunshine or enjoying live music.
- ✔️ Happy Hour Specials: Enjoy affordable drinks while unwinding after a long day.
Drifters isn’t just about the food; it’s also a community hub where music lovers gather to enjoy live performances, and guests unwind with good company and a full bar. The ambiance is casual and entertaining—a perfect venue for social get-togethers whether you’re looking for lunch, dinner, or simply a night out.
As one frequent visitor mentioned, “If you are looking for a laid back environment with decent food, live music, and good service, this is your spot.” Drifters encapsulates the spirit of Nashville by offering a place where great food and vibrant music come together to create unforgettable experiences. If you find yourself in Nashville, this hidden gem should be at the top of your must-visit list.
Drifters is one of our local favorites! If you are looking for a laid back environment with decent food, live music and good service this is your spot.
Don't expect the restaurant vibe to be five star dining, but the food is amazing. I loved the bbq we had here but the sides need a little work. The sauces were great with the two I tried. Service was friendly. Beer was cold. The parking lot around back is kinda tight and hidden.
Food: Although this is a hole-in-the-wall restaurant their signature St. Louis ribs are to die for. The sweet sauce was perfect. The meat falls off the bone just looking at it. Heck, the bones are even edible they are done so well. For sides we tried the hush puppies, which the spicy sauce was good but the puppy was too hard. Might have been left in the fryer just a little long. The Mac n cheese was good. And this also comes with Cole slaw, also good. The waitress was super accommodating and let us split the half slab of ribs because we were having dinner in four hours. Service is great. Numerous employees helped out and asked how things were. Drinks were filled as needed. Friendly. Parking: found a free spot out on the street as mentioned in numerous reviews. We came at almost 2p so this probably helped. Can see why this place gets great ratings. They do food the delicious way and take care of their clientele. Pricing is good with half a rack of ribs and two sides at $20 in Oct 2024.
Food was absolutely delicious. Empty plates all around. My waiter, Sean, was just freaking marvelous. I told him I had my Frenchie with me and without asking, Sean provided my little guy a bowl of ice water. Sean went above and beyond as far as service goes. We are visiting from NYC and Sean made us feel VERY comfortable and at home. I had the 'Cue sampler. Pork, chicken and brisket. Delicious. The wife had the pulled pork salad and my aunt the chicken platter. Everything was delicious and we all finished every. Thank you Sean for helping to make this a terrific experience. See you soon.
I'm getting ready to leave Nashville but had to stop and find a hole in the wall rib joint and Drifters was absolutely perfect. The Staff service was great and late afternoon was not a busy time so I was served my food quickly. I ordered a 1/2 rack of their St. Louis ribs with a side of coleslaw and baked beans with their home made barb sauce. Every part of the meal was scrumptious, the rib meat fell right off the bone and had wonderful flavor with their sauce. The home made baked beans and slaw were a perfect combo. My desert was a frozen Brushwacker a combo drink with 151 rum, light rum, chocolate and coffee liquor , cream of coconut and milk. Wow it was tasty on this hot afternoon .... So again if you're passing through Nashville and want so authentic local ribs - it's a must do!!! until next time, bon appétit! Ronn just Ronn The whole in the wall food guy! If you like my reviews, follow me as a friend on Yelp, be safe. Have a great day.
Awesome Food.. Service... And Ambiance Perfect place to bring your best friend and significant other
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.
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!