Where are the best places to go in Nashville before & after a Predators game?

I actually rarely go anywhere before or after because of how far I live away, but I’ll have to try these suggestions!

depends on whether you want your ribs with lots of sauce or dry rub on that given night.

Paradise Park is nice and you get a free beer if you wear a Preds jersey… but sometimes the bands they have playing are a bit too loud and not any good. I can only take butchered Johnny Cash so many times within a season…

My favorite regular spot to pre-game is Piranhas Bar & Grill before the game. It’s right around the corner on 2nd, so it’s not too crowded. The people, drinks and food are great. They also have drink specials for Preds fans, or they used to.

Though, I do prefer tailgating in the parking lot much better than any of these options… saves money for more tickets! Tailgating before the playoffs last year made the experience that much more fun.

I should add The Flying Saucer as one of the best spots as well. Especially for a weeknight game. They are quite busy on the weekends, so finding a table for you & your friends can be a challenge.

Side note: in the photo Dirk used, you kinda get the feeling David and Ryan didn’t invite Kevin along…

I have to give props to Otter’s on Demonbreun/Music Row.. they really stepped up their game regarding Preds decor, even offering a pre-game food special.

Wife and I many times found ourselves there before games.

Jack’s is great, but you better get there way early if you dont want to fight a crowd. There’s also the risk of dripping bbq sauce on your jersey

I used to love going to Market Street Pub pre-game but haven’t been since it became McFadden’s.

Batter’d N Fried seafood over in 5-points is another great place for me since i live in East Nashville. Especially great for post-game. everything from chowder to steaks, pasta, fried seafood and a great sushi bar all in one. Great for big groups since everyone can find something they like on the menu. Owner’s a Preds fan too.

…then there’s everywhere else. Big window facing broadway where you can yell at people on the street, live band, cheap brew, decent food, and free drinks for Pred fans. Plus, the place is a nice parody on life in Nashville. I can’t wait til HNIC visits.

I know it’s not close to downtown, but they have the BEST BBQ around. And, it doesn’t hurt that our record after I eat there is pretty good.

They know how to pour a guinness. They have great food, especially for cold nights. They also seem to recognize that you are going to a game and get your food out. Grab a window seat for good 2nd Ave watching. The Irish music also gets the blood moving. Darts upstairs and down. My favorite place for pregame.

the absolute best place to go after a preds game.

Mulligans for a smokey Guinness, corn-beef and colcannon (2nd Ave across from Wildhorse, Irish Pub), Merchants for the best food (and highest price, although best hamburger downtown imo) and spaghetti factory for a carb induced Preds cheering energy.

My dad and I make a habit of Preds games, and while we can’t afford a full season, we’ve been ticket holders for some of the partial plans since we became hockey addicts. Dinner is the best way we catch up, because let’s face it… there’s too much screaming and cheering to catch up during the game.

This place is on 5th Ave right next to the Palm. Perfect location for a pregame meal. Have some Fried Oysters or Clams or even a hotdog. Nice beer and wine selection. I’ve eaten there several times prior to the Preds game and have never been disapointed.