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Evening

Golden Light at the Capitol, Then Downtown Drinks

Catch the last warm light of day at the Bicentennial Mall, then walk into the heart of downtown for dinner and a drink as the city lights up.

Best time: 17:36About 105 min

Timeline

  1. 16:51

    Nashville Farmer's Market

    Grab a snack or a drink at the Nashville Farmer's Market. It is open late enough for an early evening stop and offers a variety of local foods.

  2. 17:21

    Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park

    Walk to Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. Find a spot near the giant map or the carillon to watch the golden light wash over the state capital building.

  3. 17:51

    Monell's

    Head to Monell's for dinner. This historic Germantown spot serves family-style Southern cooking. Note that the main dinner service begins at 5 PM, so you are just in time.

  4. 18:21

    Mother's Ruin

    Finish the evening with a drink at Mother's Ruin. This bar is open late and provides a relaxed place to unwind after dinner.

Local tip

Monell's is a local institution. If you arrive exactly at 5 PM, you might have a short wait for a table, but the family-style service is worth it.

Check before you go

  • Monell's dinner hours are Tue-Sat 5PM-8:30PM and Sun 11AM-4PM. Ensure your visit aligns with these times.
  • Nashville Farmer's Market is open 08:00-20:00, so it will be open during your stop.

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