Robert's Western World: is it worth it?
Our score, honest verdict, what it costs, how to avoid the crowds, and what to do instead if it is not for you.
Our verdict: worth it for traditional country
Robert's is the pick if you want traditional country rather than a loud party. It is an all-ages honky-tonk until 6 PM and 21 and older after, so go early with kids or for a quieter set.
Cover was not on the official page, and the site shows a $6 price near its menu without saying what it covers, so this is provisional.
Busy at night and on weekends.
Calls itself the only original honky-tonk in Nashville, and plays live traditional country from open to close.
On Lower Broadway; open 10 AM to 3 AM every day.
Who should go, and who should skip it
- You want live traditional country from open to close
- You like a casual honky-tonk with food
- You want a quiet night
To compare, read our review of Tootsie's Orchid Lounge, Lower Broadway honky-tonks and Ryman Auditorium.
Better alternatives and what pairs well
NIGHTLIFEPhoto: Kathleen Conklin, CC BY 2.0Tootsie's Orchid Lounge
A historic multi-level honky-tonk on Lower Broadway, open daily with a kitchen and live music.
NIGHTLIFEPhoto: Cpl. Vincent Needham, public domainLower Broadway honky-tonks
The strip of live-music honky-tonks on Broadway, where bands play from late morning to the early hours.
MUSICPhoto: Daniel Schwen, CC BY-SA 4.0Ryman Auditorium
The historic downtown theater known as the Mother Church of Country Music, open for daytime tours and evening shows.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Robert's Western World?
416 Broadway, Suite B, Nashville, TN.
What are the hours?
Its site says open 10 AM to 3 AM every day, with live music from open to close.
Is it all ages?
Its site says it is all ages until 6 PM and 21 and older after.
What is the food?
The site mentions fried bologna sandwiches and a Honky Tonk Grill menu.
