Best Bars in Murfreesboro

Updated October 2026 · 10 places · Murfreesboro

Here are 10 locally based bars, pubs, cocktail lounges, and taprooms at Murfreesboro, Tennessee addresses. The descriptions use features stated by each venue or by an official Rutherford County tourism page; addresses are confirmed on the venue’s own site or an official tourism page.

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The list

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    One of Nineteen Cocktails and Raw Bar

    103 N. Maple St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130

    One of Nineteen is a 21-and-up cocktail bar and raw bar. Its site lists cocktails and small plates, and gives Wednesday–Saturday operating hours.

    Best for: cocktails and raw bar

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    The Velvet Room

    112B S. Maple St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130

    The Velvet Room is a cocktail lounge with its entrance in the alley behind the building. Its site lists cocktails, wine, and Wednesday–Saturday hours.

    Best for: cocktails and a speakeasy setting

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    Heroes Den Bar & Lounge

    1257 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    Heroes Den is a bar and lounge that hosts live music and cocktail socials. Its site says its signature cocktails are themed around local hero organizations.

    Best for: live music

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    Deep South Growlers

    1602 W. Northfield Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    Deep South Growlers is a family-owned craft beer taproom. Its site says it offers locally and regionally brewed beers, ciders, and seltzers.

    Best for: craft beer

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    Cedar Glade Brews

    906 Ridgely Rd., Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    Cedar Glade Brews is a locally owned craft brewery and taproom. Its site identifies its Murfreesboro brewing facility and taproom at the Ridgely Road address.

    Best for: local craft beer

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    TailGate Brewery Murfreesboro

    210 Stones River Mall Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    TailGate Brewery Murfreesboro is a brewery taproom serving beer and pizza. Its site describes covered and uncovered dog-friendly patios and outdoor seating.

    Best for: beer and outdoor seating

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    M.L.Rose Murfreesboro

    2108 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite G, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    M.L.Rose describes its Murfreesboro location as a neighborhood pub with a full bar. Its site also lists a covered patio and dog-friendly amenities.

    Best for: neighborhood pub

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    The Boulevard Bar & Grille

    2154 Middle Tennessee Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37130

    The Boulevard Bar & Grille is a locally owned bar and grille. Rutherford County’s tourism page describes it as a place to eat while watching sports and says it opened in 2011.

    Best for: sports and casual dining

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    Boro Bourbon & Brews

    124 N. Maple St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130

    Boro Bourbon & Brews is a bourbon and sports bar. Its site says it offers a selection of bourbon and whiskey and lists weekday happy-hour offerings.

    Best for: bourbon and sports

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    Whiskey Dix Saloon

    22 N. Public Square, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

    Whiskey Dix Saloon is a bar on the Public Square. Rutherford County’s tourism page says it has dancing, a patio, and more than 20 TVs.

    Best for: dancing and sports