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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
4144 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 67 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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

Experiences

  • Skull’s Rainbow Room Drag Brunch

    $20.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Sep 24, 2023 only
    Skull's Rainbow Room Drag Brunch! Tina Lousie returns to the Alley for the first time in 45 years! Guests must make brunch reservations via phone or online in advance. A $20 cover charge is required for all drag brunch reservations. Guests who do not have a brunch reservation may pay a $20.00 cover charge, for standing room-only admission beginning when doors open at 9:30 am; limited availability; no refunds.​An entree purchase is required for brunch reservations; those not ordering food must sit at the bar. For parties of 7 or more, a 20% gratuity will be added to your check. **THIS EXPERIENCE IS FOR DINERS 21+ ONLY**

What 4,144 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Nashville

    Best Ambiance

  • Nashville

    Hot spot

  • Nashville

    Lively

  • Nashville

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    Hot spot

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    Lively

4,144 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    What a fun eccentric place! We went for the Burlesque show and we weren’t disappointed! We had a few food items and they were decent. The drinks weren’t great, but everything else made up for that. Service was phenomenal!!! Our server was kind and attentive! The show was fantastic! Entertaining establishment all the way!

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  2. Rosie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a cool place! The food was absolutely outstanding!

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  3. NaomiD

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was fun and lively vibe. Glad we had reservations especially when burlesque started!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We visited Skull’s Rainbow Room for our wedding anniversary and it was such a lovely evening! The service was amazing! They took time to share specials and explain dishes off the menu and made great recommendations! The food was delicious and so was dessert! We also loved the ambience and the music!

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  5. KimG

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely wonderful dinner and ambiance. Not too loud. Easy to talk at the table. The halibut, prime rib and the pork chop were outstanding. Follow up with an espresso martini - delicious!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you, Kim! We will pass your compliments along to our team.

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  6. AntoinetteS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We arrived earlier and they were able to seat us. The food was delicious.. the scallops were amazing,

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    We are so glad you enjoyed it!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They have the best prime rib in Nashville! I eat here once a year when I visit Nashville.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    Thanks for being a regular!

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  8. larrys

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent atmosphere, great food, and outstanding service. Jessie, our server, gave us a great history lesson on the Skull Rainbow Room. Don't be taken aback by the outside. Once inside, you'll know why the Skull Rainbow Room is a must stop when visiting Nashville. Get a reservation early, as it's a small restaurant and hard to get a table. Recommend highly!

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  9. DanielW

    Atlantic City

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A must do in Nashville. Get your reservations in early. We had to wait until our last night to get a 5 PM reservation. Totally worth it. Make sure get the backstory from your server.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for dining with us!

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  10. BrandonN

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Good and dining experience were great. Had reservations for 8 however our table was not ready. Had to wait approximately 15 minutes for our table to be ready. Music and ambience was great. Make sure to bring a sweater or coat as the A/C is on full blast which also unfortunately makes your food cold within minutes. Definitely would recommend a visit.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    Thanks for joining us!

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  11. Foodie2015August

    Edinburgh

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambience, service A*, and super Sunday jazz! The pork chop is huge and delicious!! Would definitely make this a go to if in Nashville again

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    We hope to welcome you back!

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  12. MarieH

    Unspecified

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Atmosphere was great. Drinks were tasty. Short rib was delicious as the sides. Prime rib was subpar. Very tough to cut and chew. An over abundance of fat left on my plate. Entertainment was wonderful.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    We appreciate your feedback, Marie.

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  13. DonnaH

    Louisville

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always love dining at Skulls Rainbow Room. It’s the best of Nashville TN

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    We look forward to welcoming you back!

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I made an early reservation for 5:30 and we were promptly seated. Our server, Santoria, was welcoming and very efficient! She really made our experience great. My son and his girlfriend thoroughly enjoyed their filet and ribeye steaks, and I liked my beef short rib dish as well. The veggies were Al dente and the potatoes were yummy. Dessert was some peanut butter pie that was light and melt in your mouth deliciousness!! Would recommend this place and definitely try to reserve early!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience!

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything about Skull’s service was impeccable, food and cocktails were delicious. The ambience was very nice also. Would definitely recommend.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for your recommendation!

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  16. Leila

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Filet Abigail was done to perfection. The halibut special was superb.

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  17. DiRo

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic!! Show, drinks and food were amazing!!! Delilah was an amazing host and performer. Loved it.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for your compliments!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing dinner and show. We had the lobster bisque, prime rib and filet mignon with scallops. Th

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    We are so glad you enjoyed your experience!

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  19. RobertE

    Minneapolis

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The atmosphere is a throwback to speakeasy meets sophisticated. The staff is outstanding and the jazz is always reliably great. It’s only missing “The Great Gatsby”!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    Thanks for joining us!

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  20. Carol

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My friend and I had an amazing dinner at The Rainbow Room. We enjoyed memorable filets, great cocktails and the ambiance and service were outstanding. Skulls is a must on any and every visit to the great city of Nashville.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for your recommendation, Carol!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always amazing, one of these times I’ll make it to see the Burlesque show.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 15, 2023

    We hope to welcome you back!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful evening celebrating our anniversary!! Steak was perfect - service was great - music was the icing on the cake - oh and the cake was great too!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 15, 2023

    Thanks for celebrating with us!

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  23. KristeH

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food & atmosphere. The live music is nothing like anything else in Nashville! One of my all time best meals ever.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 15, 2023

    Thank you! We will pass your compliments along to our team.

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  24. PatriciaW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal, great service, great entertainment. Will return.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 15, 2023

    We look forward to welcoming you back!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. I had the pork and the sauce was divine.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 15, 2023

    We are so glad you enjoyed your experience!

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  26. oliviac

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday celebration at Skull’s, this was so much fun and memorable. A must when in Nashville.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 15, 2023

    Thanks for celebrating with us!

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  27. JillK

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bruno was a great bartender!! Very knowledgeable about the food. Very personable and approachable. Had a REALLY great time. Music was fun!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 15, 2023

    We are so glad you enjoyed your experience, Jill!

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  28. CarrieF

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Skull's Rainbow Room never disappoints. The food and ambience is amazing. The servers are wonderful as well. I highly recommend dining at Skulls.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 15, 2023

    Thank you for this glowing review, Carrie!

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  29. MargaretW

    Houston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Had an 8pm dinner reservation. They told us we needed to be done by 10pm for the next party. We had not ordered dessert and we wanted more wine. Just wish we would've known that ahead of time. For the price, the food was just ok. Wine pricesare very expensive also. Make a very late dinner reservation if you want to be there for the burlesque show also.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    The reviews I read were great, so maybe my expectations were too high . Best service ever, but the food was underwhelming. Shrimp cocktail was 5 shrimp surrounded by wilted lettuce. My scallops were good, but again nothing to write home about. Just not worth the $350 (without tip). My boyfriend's filet was pretty decent.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best pork chop around! We wanted dirty martinis with blue cheese olives and they special made the olives for us. One of my favorite spots in Nashville.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 8, 2023

    We are happy to be one of your favorite spots and look forward to welcoming you back!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was amazing and the food was fabulous. Loved this place and experience. We are so happy we came here. We would come back.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 8, 2023

    We hope to welcome you back!

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  33. DeeM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great historical music venue. Love the music right up close!! Food excellent. Lobster bisque rich, savory, flavorful. Scallops equally delicious. Their bourbon Manhattan, “Duke” had an interesting twist, I highly recommend. Staff very attentive, professional and friendly. Make sure you get your reservations in! We’ve been disappointed in the past when we forgot to do so

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 8, 2023

    Thank you for your feedback!

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  34. Nickname

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best dinner, entertainment and anniversary present we could have ever asked for. Thank you for everything!!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 8, 2023

    Thanks for celebrating with us!

    1 person found this helpful

  35. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! My second time to dine here. Service, food, atmosphere and music!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 8, 2023

    We appreciate your kind feedback and will be sure to pass this along to our team!

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  36. TinaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Would highly recommend this place!! Very delicious food and great service!!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 8, 2023

    Thank you for your recommendation, Tina!

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  37. LawrenceV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second visit to Skull's. Door opened right on schedule. Staff was very accommodating and cordial. Wait staff where very responsive and timely with our orders. We had the roasted chicken and prime rib which I had on my first visit. Both were still very good main entrees. The history of the place speaks for itself if one pays attention to the photo's, memorabilia and the walls themselves as they might have looked over the past fifty to sixty years. Intriguing! Overall great dining/social experience.

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 8, 2023

    Thank you for sharing your experience!

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  38. ScottW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nothing less than PERFECT! It was our "date night", and it was no less than perfect; the mood matched the atmosphere. Food prices were more than a chain food restaurant, but worth every penny! Steak was cooked to perfection and portions were ample for two. We had no problem talking across the table without raising our voices and we were right next to the stage. The live music was perfect for the atmosphere and gave a nostalgic feel. All in all, Skull's is the iconic place that is a MUST in a world that is sooo contemporary. There is no question on if there will be a return trip. I would recommend 1000 out of 1000, top shelf and definitely A-list!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 8, 2023

    Thank you for this glowing review, Scott!

    1 person found this helpful

  39. ToniM

    Tampa

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A return trip! Skull’s never disappoints- excellent service-delicious food- fun ambiance and enjoyable music.! We will be back!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 8, 2023

    Thank you, Toni! We look forward to welcoming you back.

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  40. JessicaK

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great food and great music! The brunch was delicious!

    Skull's Rainbow RoomResponded on September 8, 2023

    Thanks for joining us again!

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FAQs

Skull's Rainbow Room is rated 4.8 stars by 4144 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 67 times today
Experiences are available.
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
  • 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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