1865 Club

Named after the year its historic tobacco building was constructed, the 1865 Club occupies what used to be a barn and auction house on 21st Avenue North in Nashville's Midtown. The speakeasy aesthetic is intentional: no signage, no televisions, no distractions from the cocktails and live jazz. Prohibition-era cocktails take center stage, with signature drinks like the Training Season made with tequila or mezcal, aperitif, guava, and pineapple. Patrons rave about the intimate atmosphere, friendly bartenders, and the quality of the drinks, especially during live jazz nights. This is members-focused social club energy that welcomes guests with genuine warmth. The space feels like stepping into Nashville's speakeasy past.