Southern Grist - Nations (West Nashville) — Restaurant in Nashville-Davidson

Wonderful experience at this brewery! We went for one of their Friday Trivia Nights and it was a lot of fun. I tried their Coffee Porter and it was delicious. They got a wide variety of selections from sours to lager to ales to seltzers to NA Beers to cocktails (all kinds of cocktails and an almost full bar). You can also buy to-go beers from a limited menu directly from them. I also saw some Merch there for those who like to buy local merch to support the brand. Staff was friendly and did not kick anyone out even long after trivia was over and they stopped letting new people in. It’s very bright for that time of the day, for my preference. I’d have loved dimmer lights for better ambiance but for trivia nights I didn’t mind the bright lights. There’s plenty of parking in the shared parking lot right outside the brewery and we had no problem finding a relatively close spot. I personally like their east Nashville location’s decor/aesthetic Better but that could also be because it’s newer location.

Overall, I liked my experience and would have no problem...

Nice, clean, small taproom. Good selection with 15 beers on tap when we visited. Good diverse selection including several sours, hazy IPAs and pales. In a shared building with a pizza place, which wasn't open when we visited but sounded good. Overall beer was fine, and interesting. These guys are certainly willing to try different things which is fun. The only complaints I have are with the bartender and merch gouging. The bartender asked what I thought about my 10oz pour of a DDH IPA, after I had a couple sips. It was vegetal with an obvious off flavor (only beer I tried which had this) and I told him as much. He should've offered to switch it for something else, but just kind of gave me a look and said okay. Secondly, stop charging for stickers! Seriously?! Is this a Nashville thing or something? Nobody else in the country charges for the privilege of advertising their brewery... Decent beer but not good enough for me to strongly recommend considering the lackluster service and...

Vibe: 10/10 | Drinks: Even better Southern Grist’s West location is the perfect blend of chill atmosphere and top-tier craft beverages. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a modern industrial aesthetic, comfy seating, and an inviting bar area with friendly, knowledgeable staff.

I tried a couple of drinks — one was a smooth, flavorful cocktail, and the other a delicious, hazy brew from their rotating tap list. Both were spot-on. The branding, glassware, and even the coasters show how much attention to detail this place puts into the experience.

Bonus points for the vintage radio in the middle of the lounge setup — little touches like that really make the space memorable. Whether you’re a beer nerd, cocktail fan, or just looking for a cool spot to hang out, this place delivers.

Highly recommend checking it out — especially on a relaxed afternoon when you can soak in...