Meet your neighbor, Austin! Nashville native Austin Ray opened the first M.L.Rose Craft Beer & Burgers (then Melrose Neighborhood Pub) on December 9, 2008. After noticing the absence of a neighborhood watering hole, he dreamed up a �?third place’ – a comfortable spot to unwind and socialize outside of home and the office. The first location was built into an existing space, preserving the charm and history of the neighborhood. From there, each location strives to offer a balance of updated amenities and colorful charm unique to each neighborhood. 

“The decision to open M.L.Rose came about because I wanted a place to hang out with my friends in the neighborhood where I lived, and I learned that I wasn’t alone in that desire,” said Austin. “Back in 2008, the Melrose neighborhood of Nashville was on the verge of transformation and in need of a great neighborhood bar. From day one, M.L.Rose has been a friendly, comfortable place for friends and neighbors to get out without getting fancy. Today, those core values remain, though we constantly adapt our offerings and environment to meet the needs and desires of our many neighbors.”

We’ve grown along with the city, and now offer six neighborhood locations (with more on the way) where we share our love of good beer and burgers with guests.