Hello Darlin' (above BNA)

Local tip

Hello Darlin' has that perfect casual-but-fun vibe with great lighting and pinball/bowling games that make it feel less like a typical date spot and more like hanging with friends who happen to have excellent cocktails and food—ideal for a first date if you want low-pressure entertainment or an anniversary if you're the playful type. Hit up happy hour for killer deals on their signature drinks and smash burgers, but go on a weeknight or early evening to avoid the rowdy weekend crowd; the service is genuinely stellar and the staff will take care of dietary restrictions without making it weird. Fair warning: some people say the food can be inconsistent (one reviewer got a watered-down Caesar and dry wings), so stick with the crowd favorites like the smash burgers and their famous Caesar salad dressing, and you'll have a solid time.