M. L. Rose, 8th Ave
17 people recommend, 5 warn against itvia r/nashville29 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Recommendations pool M.L.Rose's Nashville locations, with Melrose on 8th Avenue explicitly discussed. Diners praise burgers, fries and beer choices, and commenters also mention drink deals or happy hours. Others consider the food pricey or report slow service, over-salting, or a weaker menu than in earlier years. Branch experiences differ, so these are pooled views rather than a promise about Melrose alone.
Address
M.L.Rose Neighborhood Pub - Melrose, 2535 8th Ave S #107, Nashville, TN 37204
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/Petes_Oreo in r/nashville · Jul 2026value
Points out a broad drink discount that includes top-shelf pours.
- Recommendsu/rocketpastsix in r/nashville · May 2026consistency
Calls it far from the worst and pretty consistent, not full of itself.
- Recommendsu/SwimInsideTheMirror in r/nashville · Oct 2025value
Says a cheeseburger with a beer is a good-value meal and notes a Thursday beer deal.
- Recommendsu/FlippantLipid in r/nashville · May 2026taste
Argues it succeeds locally with solid burgers and many taps, and that neighborhood spots like this are rare.
- Recommendsu/cloudlesssheep in r/nashville · May 2026taste
Enjoys the burgers, with the fries and ranch being the standout part for this commenter.
- Recommendsu/Gold_Syrup_8190 in r/nashville · Mar 2024
Answers the Impossible burger question by naming ML Rose, with no further detail.
- Recommendsu/UnreadiblySmallPrint in r/nashville · Nov 2026taste
Calls the Good Neighbor combo solid.
- Recommendsu/thalaya in r/nashville · May 2026taste
Recommends it.
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- Recommendsu/Future-Station-8179 in r/nashville · Nov 2026value
Suggests it for burgers as a relaxed, affordable seated spot.
- Recommendsu/bask_oner in r/nashville · May 2026
Considers the Capitol View location a decent lunch spot.
- Mixedu/MumblyJohn in r/nashville · May 2026ambience
Had mixed views on it.
- Recommendsu/Exciting_Pool7829 in r/nashville · May 2026variety
Fondly recalls the 8th Avenue location's early craft-beer selection and still enjoys visits with family.
- Recommendsu/Lumberjack1229 in r/nashville · May 2026ambience
Says burgers are good, beer selection good, and the 8th location has a decent vibe.
- Recommendsu/lt_dan_1020 in r/nashville · Mar 2024
Says they have eaten there dozens of times and points to its Impossible option, unsure if it is unchanged.
- Caveatu/xoxoDulce in r/nashville · May 2026
Agrees it's mid despite figuring out what works.
- Caveatu/nerdysoundguy in r/nashville · May 2026value
Wishes it were better, but finds the price far too high and compares the burger unfavorably to a chain.
- Mixedu/BainganBharto in r/nashville · May 2026value
Says the price is high, as is everything, yet likes the veggie options, fries and drink list.
- Mixedu/thewanderlusters in r/nashville · May 2026value
Says it's good but used to be better; menu change hurt it, good happy hours.
- Caveatu/Cozmo85 in r/nashville · May 2026variety
Feels the newer menu is a step down.
- Recommendsu/december14th2015 in r/nashville · May 2026ambience
Likes it for lunch, food is fine and it's a good vibe at the bar.
- Mixedu/Natural_Situation356 in r/nashville · May 2026service
Reports past poor service but better late-night visits; would not recommend it as a destination.
- Mixedu/Previous_Mousse7330 in r/nashville · May 2026consistency
Says it was better before 2015 but remains acceptable, with options that suit various tastes.
- Mixedu/Mahjin in r/nashville · May 2026consistency
Says it declined but is still ok.
- Caveatu/Think_Ground in r/nashville · May 2026taste
Says everything was overly salty and the food was boring.
- Recommendsu/twinkystarbaby in r/nashville · Jul 2025taste
Agrees M. L. Rose is a top pick and suggests two specific burgers from it.
- Caveatu/bunny_ears21 in r/nashville · Jun 2024
Says they are not a fan of ML Rose.
- Recommendsu/EngagementBacon in r/nashville · Mar 2024variety
Suggests ML Rose, pointing out its Impossible meat option for this search.
- Recommendsu/Vapechef in r/nashville · Mar 2026
Gives ML Rose as a bare suggestion for a night out.
- Mixedu/AnalogWalrus in r/nashville · Feb 2025consistency
Would have recommended it pre-covid but says they no longer cook burgers well.
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