The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden
East Nashville, Nashville
Restaurant in Nashville, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden is a practical East Nashville pick for burgers, casual drinks, and group-friendly meals. Choose it when the night needs to stay relaxed and easy; look to Lyra or Peninsula when the occasion needs a more dinner-led feel.
About The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden
The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden is a casual Nashville option. The venue is in Nashville, the dress code is casual, and it keeps daily hours that run from late morning into the evening.
Best for casual planning
Because the dress code is casual, The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden is easiest to consider for a relaxed Nashville outing. If you are comparing it with other named options, Lyra and Peninsula are other venues to review before deciding what best fits the occasion.
For planning, the most concrete detail is timing: The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden is open 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–9:30 PM Friday and Saturday, and 11 AM–9 PM Sunday.
Where it sits in a Nashville night out
Among Nashville dining options, this is best treated as a casual stop. Mas Tacos Por Favor, Alebrije, Dino's Bar & Grill, Lyra, and Peninsula are other named venues you may want to compare depending on the kind of evening you are planning.
For broader planning, use Pearl's Nashville restaurants guide if this meal needs to sit alongside a fuller dining shortlist, or Pearl's Nashville bars guide if the night is more drinks-led. The grounded takeaway: The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden is a casual Nashville venue with daily hours, but specific menu, drink, price, and service details should be confirmed directly.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11 AM–9 PM · Tuesday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Location
- 731 Mcferrin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
- Website
- thepharmacyburger.com
- Phone
- +1 615 712 9517
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Pharmacy reads like a true neighborhood anchor: unpretentious, approachable and social. It sits on a bungalow-lined residential street and draws a steady crowd that prefers a dependable burger-and-beer routine over transient dining trends. The outdoor beer garden functions as the venue’s living room, where regulars, families and solo visitors mingle on warm nights. The overall effect is relaxed and charming, with repeat visits and easy conversation at its center. Service and atmosphere lean casual, reinforcing the spot’s community-minded identity.
Best For
This is a go-to for casual hangouts, post-work groups and family outings. The beer garden invites groups of friends and families to linger while solo diners can tuck into a corner with a book. Because the operation is built around burgers and draft beer it also suits late-night visits when neighborhood crowds spill onto McFerrin Avenue. It’s not meant for formal celebrations or multi-course tasting menus; instead it excels at relaxed, sociable meals where conversation and a solid burger-and-beer pairing are the point.
Ordering Tips
Keep it simple and stick to the signatures: the Pharmacy Burger, White Oak BBQ Burger and Three Cheese Burger are the anchors of the menu. The draft beer program is a core part of the experience, so order a local pour alongside a burger to match the beer-garden vibe. Portions and prices skew approachable, so this is a good spot for sharing fries or adding a second burger for a group. Prioritize casual pairings rather than elaborate tasting sequences; the venue rewards straightforward, reliably delicious choices.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, energetic atmosphere with a nostalgic soda shop vibe and lively outdoor beer garden.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Beer program
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Pharmacy Burger
- White Oak BBQ Burger
- Three Cheese Burger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 731 Mcferrin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–9 PM
Location
Restaurant context
How it compares in Nashville
The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden is the casual burger-and-beer choice in this set. Dino's Bar & Grill is the closest cross-shop for a bar-grill night, but Dino's is better when the priority is a stripped-back bar mood. Choose The Pharmacy when the group wants a more meal-centered casual hangout.
Mas Tacos Por Favor and Alebrije make more sense when the food direction is the decision. Mas Tacos is the clearer pick for a taco-focused meal, while Alebrije is the better fit when the group wants a more specific Mexican-leaning outing. The Pharmacy is easier when the table wants burgers, drinks, and fewer menu negotiations.
For a more composed dinner, look at Lyra or Peninsula. Peninsula is the Southern American option here and reads more like a planned dinner than a casual beer-garden stop. The Pharmacy is the lower-pressure choice; Lyra and Peninsula are stronger when ambiance and a fuller dinner experience matter more than ease.
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Compare The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden | Nashville | No published awards | |
| Mas Tacos Por Favor | Nashville | No published awards | |
| Lyra | Nashville | 2026 Mena's 50 Best Restaurants · #48 | |
| Peninsula | Nashville | Southern American | Michelin Guide American South 20262025 James Beard Award Semifinalists2025 James Beard Awards2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Alebrije | Nashville | 2025 Resy Best of the Hit List2025 New York Times The 23 Best Restaurant Dishes | |
| Dino's Bar & Grill | Nashville | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden accommodate groups?
The venue is casual, and its Nashville location and daily hours may make it worth considering. Lyra, Peninsula, and Dino's Bar & Grill are other named venues to compare when planning.
Is The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, so it is safest to think of it as a relaxed Nashville option. For a more specific occasion, compare details directly with Lyra or Peninsula and confirm current information before booking or visiting.
What are alternatives to The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden in Nashville?
Other named venues to compare include Mas Tacos Por Favor, Lyra, Peninsula, Alebrije, and Dino's Bar & Grill.
