Chris Young’s Famous Friends Bar in Nashville
The country star makes his mark on Midtown.
Written by Amanda Tempel
Date Published: March 28, 2026
Last Updated: July 7, 2026
Chris Young’s Famous Friends is officially open in Midtown Nashville. The country star’s new sports bar opened to the public on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, bringing a new game-day and nightlife destination to Demonbreun Street.
Named after Young’s multi-week No. 1 hit “Famous Friends,” the venue is designed as a true sports bar with a Nashville feel, offering wall-to-wall sports coverage, food, drinks and a place for fans, locals and visitors to gather.
Where Is Famous Friends Located?
Famous Friends will be located at: 1516A Demonbreun St., Nashville, TN
The bar sits just steps from Tin Roof on the iconic Demonbreun strip, placing it right in the heart of Midtown’s nightlife scene.
This area is known for:
Live music venues
Walkable bar hopping
Late-night dining options
A mix of locals, tourists, and music industry crowds.
What to Expect at Famous Friends
Famous Friends is built around the idea of a classic sports bar with a Nashville twist. Chris Young said he wanted to create a place that works for game days, but still feels like a good hangout even when there is not a game on.
According to Young, the venue has the ability to show up to seven different games at once, giving fans a place to keep up with multiple matchups under one roof.
Guests can expect a social Midtown setting with sports coverage, food, drinks and a layout designed for groups, celebrations and nights out in Nashville.
“This has been a passion project of mine for a long time. I've talked about opening a bar for years, and I wanted to create a true sports bar that still feels like a great place to hang out—even when there's not a game on. At Famous Friends, we have the ability to show up to seven different games at once, so fans never have to miss the action,” says Chris Young.
Is Famous Friends Open?
Yes. Famous Friends officially opened to the public on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 11 a.m.
The venue is located at 1516A Demonbreun St. in Midtown Nashville, just steps from Tin Roof and close to several other Demonbreun nightlife spots.
FAQ About Famous Friends Nashville
Where is Famous Friends located?
It’s located at 1516A Demonbreun St. in Midtown Nashville.
Is Famous Friends on Broadway?
No. Famous Friends is in Midtown Nashville, not on Lower Broadway.
When did Famous Friends open?
Famous Friends opened to the public on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
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