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Dining Room - Skull's Rainbow Room, Nashville, TN
Dining Room - Skull's Rainbow Room, Nashville, TN
Skull's Rainbow Room, Nashville, TN
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Skull's Rainbow Room

4.8
4.8
4271 Reviews
$31 to $50
French American
For parties of 7-12 guests, please email us at reservations@skullsrainbowroom.com
For parties of 13+, or for more information on booking your next event with us, please visit www.skullsrainbowroom.com/events

Originally opened in 1948, Skull’s Rainbow Room is the cornerstone of Nashville's historic Printer's Alley district, and is one of the most celebrated and acclaimed dining experiences in Music City.

Signature craft cocktails masterfully created by skilled bartenders make Skull's THE craft cocktail bar in Music City. Our award winning dinner menu has resulted in numerous prestigious awards and recognitions from organizations including Condé Nast, OpenTable, Yelp and more. Savor the many delicious libations and enjoy live jazz bands featured nightly at Nashville's only downtown jazz lounge. Skull's late night burlesque show is on Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights, featuring Music City's loveliest dancers.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 56 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French American, American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–2:00 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (615) 810-9631
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Sobro
  • Cross street
    Church
  • Parking details
    There are parking garages surrounding the venue, one on Church and one on 4th along with street parking. Skull's does not offer valet at this time.
  • Entertainment
    We feature live music every day and burlesque multiple nights a week. Please check our website for burlesque showtimes.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,271 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nashville

    Best Ambiance

  • Nashville

    Hot spot

  • Nashville

    Best Ambiance

  • Nashville

    Hot spot

4,271 Reviews
  1. SusanC

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great! The service was fantastic! Very cool place. It was very unexpected from the outside looks to what was inside. We had a very special evening! We will come back again on our next Nashville trip!

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  2. MNtraveler

    Minneapolis

    78 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    78 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dining experience. The service was great. Server was attentive and great with checking on drinks and if we were happy. The food was very tasty. A couple of us ordered the fish special, one had the pork chop, I had the steak and everyone loved what they ordered. Glad we decided on this place for a pre-game dinner.

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  3. KB61

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great experience. Lobster bisque and the pork chop were really good. The NY strip however lacked flavor. The jazz group that played were fantastic. Really enjoyed our evening.

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  4. Wetsch

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best prime rib ever. Everything else followed suit.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for dining with us!

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  5. Karen

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service, great ambiance, I can’t say enough great things about Skull’s Rainbow Room. This was our third visit to Skull’s and this place never disappoints! Can’t wait to return next Fall.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 1 day ago

    We look forward to welcoming you back!

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  6. Pete

    Houston

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Great food and service however table location is important We were in the back and therefore could see and enjoy the jazz band

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 2 days ago

    Thanks for your feedback!

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  7. JenniferW

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A unique experience in a unique location of Nashville.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 2 days ago

    Thank you, Jennifer!

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  8. JeffereyS

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Prime Rib - husband had it and it was delicious! I had the Halibut, fish was really good and the asparagus was delicious!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 2 days ago

    We are so glad you enjoyed your experience!

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  9. ab12

    Greater Boston

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience overall! We had booked seats in the bar but were offered an amazing table right next to the stage upon arrival. Food was delicious, service was great and the band was excellent. Highly recommend!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 2 days ago

    Thank you for your recommendation!

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  10. Desirae

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first time at Skull's Rainbow Room and it was great! I got the NY Strip and mac and cheese and it was perfect! The music was fun and it was a vibe!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 2 days ago

    Thank you! We hope to welcome you back.

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  11. Dave

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    We enjoyed the music. The service was great I would order the prime rib or pork chops. Th e tables were too close together.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 2 days ago

    Thanks for joining us!

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  12. MikeL

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best food we had in Nashville. Will eat here again!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 2 days ago

    We look forward to welcoming you back!

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  13. Val12345

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The lobster bisque, filet with creole sauce, macaroni and cheese and Brussels sprouts we excellent. We also had a Caesar salad and escargot that we were good. The moose chocolate cake and Irish coffee were worth it. Great history of Skull’s 50 year Restaurant before getting murdered at age 80 in the restaurant

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 22, 2023

    Thanks for joining us!

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall1food1service5ambience5
    I made it clear I had celiac disease and a nut allergy. I got the scallops and Cesar’s salad without croutons. 45 min after my meal, I am sick and have a few days of illness to look forward to. Very disappointed

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  15. MoyaJean

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our party was extremely impressed! We had a recommendation to go there and it didn’t disappoint. We enjoyed the appetizers, salads and ALL the entrees!! Great steaks, wonderful boneless ribs and the salmon was fantastic! We will definitely comeback to Skulls Rainbow Room.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 22, 2023

    We look forward to welcoming you back!

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  16. CrystalN

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I got the salmon and it was cooked perfectly. The service was great! I told our waitress I had an allergy and she made sure I didn’t get any cross contamination.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 1 day ago

    Thank you for joining us!

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  17. BrookeW

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    food was excellent and the jazz music was terrific! DEFINITELY A MUST!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 22, 2023

    Thank you for your recommendation!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience5
    Billed as high quality food, recently loved its sister restaurant Sinatra, but the food was awful. Flavorless bisque, dry dry chicken, mediocre service. Very disappointed because we had heard so many good things. The atmosphere was great as was the music, but the food and service didn't match regretfully. May try it again in hopes it was just a bad night.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 22, 2023

    We appreciate your feedback and we will be sure to pass this along to our team.

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  19. BarbaraS

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Medium rare steak was more medium. Scallops were excellent, so succulent. The music was the best.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 2 days ago

    Thanks for your feedback!

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  20. SusanT

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great all around: food, service, and entertainment! It would be great if the venue could offer a dessert for folks who are lactose-intolerant.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 22, 2023

    Thanks for your feedback!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Did not disappoint! We had prime rib, empanadas, fillet was outstanding, Mac n cheese, and the pork chop was absolutely incredible! For dessert we had the lemon cake.  Started out with a piano. Man, and ended with a great Jazz band.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 22, 2023

    Thanks for sharing your experience!

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  22. ZaiF

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, the service, the vibes… 10/10! We had the prime rib and the scallops with smoked Mac and cheese and truffle mashed potatoes. The food was amazing and the portions were huge. Our server Jessica was amazing! We can’t wait to come back.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 22, 2023

    We look forward to welcoming you back!

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  23. chasman5

    Phoenix

    60 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great vibe on a late Wednesday night. Hand crafted cocktails and great Eggplant Cajun dish. Cool alley way bar.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks for dining with us!

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  24. chrisc

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super fun and intimate old school bar/ restaurant with fantastic live music.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thank you for sharing your experience!

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  25. Pamski

    Las Vegas

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waitress Jesse was outstanding! The band was fabulous. And the food was delicious. If I ever go back to Nashville, I will definitely frequent skull rainbow room again! Great experience.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks for celebrating with us!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beat steak, grilled pork chops in Nashville! Sauces were fantastic and excellent dessert choices!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thank you for your compliments!

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  27. SvetlanaD

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have a brunch there with life music and amazing food and service

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks for joining us for brunch!

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  28. ADWH

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Love the atmosphere. Will definitely be going back. Food was delicious, Prosecco and mimosas so enjoyable and entertainment absolutely loved. Servers were working their booties off, even though service was a little slow, the music made up for it. So plan on just relaxing and enjoying a couple of hours for brunch.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks for your kind feedback!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. Great service, cuisine and cabaret. Plenty of tourist living their best life so don’t expect a quiet romantic evening.

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  30. PeterW

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The entire dining experience is outstanding. The jazz during dinner helps make the night special. Everyone in my party will definitely return each time they visit Nashville.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 17, 2023

    We look forward to welcoming you back!

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  31. KevinB

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Skulls never disappoints with service, food, and ambiance, great restaurant.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks for being a regular, Kevin!

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  32. Stuartp

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great music and excellent food . Very popular and could only get 10 pm seating as booked late .

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 10, 2023

    Thanks for joining us!

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  33. Alexis

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Our first time coming through here during a recent trip to Memphis -- excellent staff, and a truly unique experience.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thanks for visiting!

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  34. SharonW

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So cool. Great history, food, ambience and service!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 10, 2023

    Thank you, Sharon!

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  35. SonjaR

    Miami

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If I could give them more stars I would. There is nothing bad to say about this amazing place. Got there early for our reservation and enjoyed cocktails. Even though the bar was packed, the bartenders were very attentive and we had drinks in our hand in less than 5 minutes. We enjoyed the fabulous entertainment while we waited for our table. The food was amazing. We had the prime rib and porkchop and it was mouthwatering. The service was outstanding as well. Skull's has been the best experience in Nashville. Run..do not walk to your reservation, you will not regret it. Cant wait to go back.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 17, 2023

    Thank you for this glowing review, Sonja!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was the HIGHLIGHT of our one night stay in Nashville. The service was amazing, the food delicious, and the energy during the live music was incredible. My husband and I would definitely come back here next time we’re in the area. Highly recommend making reservations in advance because the restaurant was very busy, all tables taken, and overflow at the bar - all on a Tuesday night! This definitely speaks to the quality of Skull’s. 10/10!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 10, 2023

    Thanks for your kind feedback!

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  37. Lindsey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing, if you’re in Nashville this is a must try! Be sure to book a reservation as it fills up fast!! It was on my bucket list and it did NOT disappoint!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 10, 2023

    Thank you for your recommendation!

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  38. DerronW

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We arrived an hour before our reservation and were seated immediately. The service, music, food, ambiance were all amazing!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 10, 2023

    Thank you for your kind feedback!

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  39. KellyO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favorite place to go!!! Awesome food & drinks!! Lots of history. I absolutely love this place!!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 10, 2023

    Thank you, Kelly!

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  40. OffTheSchneid

    Kansas City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    An excellent brunch experience. Loved the history and ambience. The live music was very high quality… she had a repertoire of over 200 songs. Biscuits and gravy were excellent, but two suggestions: more gravy! Three biscuits deserve more gravy. Second is the potatoes were way over salted.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on November 10, 2023

    Thanks for your feedback!

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FAQs

Skull's Rainbow Room is rated 4.8 stars by 4271 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 56 times today
Google Map for Skull's Rainbow Room

222 Printers Alley, Nashville, TN 37201

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Church
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Sobro
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–2:00 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French American, American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There are parking garages surrounding the venue, one on Church and one on 4th along with street parking. Skull's does not offer valet at this time.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We feature live music every day and burlesque multiple nights a week. Please check our website for burlesque showtimes.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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