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Bad Idea

4.4Google rating(347 reviews)
Bad Idea

Known For

Dimly lit natural wine pours with zero pretension attached

Bad Idea is a very good one — its moody atmosphere and instagrammable vintage interior attract both the aesthetically driven and the genuinely wine-curious. The natural wine list and dim lighting make it a local favorite for first dates and long catch-ups alike.

🕐Best time to visit: Just after 8pm when the room hits its atmospheric peak

1021 Russell St #101, Nashville, TN 37206, USA

Our Take

Bad Idea has a great name and a moody instagrammable interior that makes it an easy recommendation for a casual evening out. It's a fun, atmospheric neighborhood wine bar that's worth dropping into nearby, even if the sommelier-curated list hasn't yet built a reputation that makes it a standalone destination.

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Downtown

1021 Russell St #101, Nashville, TN 37206, USA

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