March Madness in and Around Nashville: Watch Parties & Game-Day Food
College basketball’s biggest tournament is back, and sports fans across Middle Tennessee will soon be filling restaurants, bars, and living rooms to follow the action. March Madness 2026 brings weeks of buzzer beaters, bracket drama, and plenty of reasons to gather with friends.
From neighborhood restaurants with plenty of TVs to catering options that make hosting easy, Franklin, Brentwood, and Nashville offer lots of great ways to enjoy the tournament. Whether the plan is to grab a seat at a local bar, order pizza for a watch party, or settle in for a full day of games, these spots are ready for tip-off.
Below are places in and around Nashville where basketball fans can watch the tournament or stock up on game-day food.
Five Points Pizza
Where to Watch March Madness in Nashville and Williamson County
Restaurants and local gathering spots across Nashville and Williamson County will be showing the NCAA tournament throughout March and early April. With multiple screens, drink specials, and menus built for sharing, these locations make it easy to follow the games with friends.
Five Points Pizza – Nashville
Five Points Pizza is showing support for Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball with a limited-time specialty pie called THE BOSS. Created in collaboration with players Aubry Galvan, Sacha Washington, Jada Brown, and Aiyana Mitchell, the pizza features pepperoni, Italian sausage, and a drizzle of hot honey. The pie will remain available while the team continues playing. • 4100 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209 • 1012 Woodland Street, Nashville, TN 37206 •
Jasper’s – Nashville
Jasper’s is celebrating the tournament with extended happy hour specials on both men’s and women’s game days from March 17th through April 5th. Guests can order game-day snacks like queso, pretzels, and large fries, including sweet potato waffle fries and wedges. Drink specials include draft beer, house wine, and frozen cocktails. • 1918 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203 •
Dave & Busters -Nashville
Dave & Buster’s is giving fans plenty of ways to keep up with the action. The venue pairs game viewing with a full menu of game-day favorites such as wings, nachos, and smashed burgers. During breaks in the action, guests can explore the arcade, which includes more than 140 games. Special promotions will be available on March 20, March 21, and April 7, including 20 wings for $20 and $5 draft beers. Dave & Buster’s is also offering an Unlimited Game Play upgrade, providing 90 minutes of arcade access during the tournament. The promotion excludes Fridays and Saturdays after 5 pm, and restrictions may apply. • 540 Opry Mills Dr, Nashville, TN 37214 •
Scout’s Pub
Karrington Rowe – Brentwood
Karrington Rowe in Brentwood offers a comfortable neighborhood setting for following the NCAA tournament. The restaurant features a welcoming dining room, an active bar area, and a menu built around shareable plates and classic favorites. With seasonal cocktails, local beers, and multiple screens showing the games, it’s an easy place to settle in for a few rounds of March Madness. • 330 Franklin Rd #913d, Brentwood, TN 37027 •
Scout’s Pub – Franklin (Westhaven)
Scout’s Pub in Franklin’s Westhaven community combines a relaxed pub atmosphere with a modern Southern menu. Guests can expect hearty dishes, burgers, shareable appetizers, and a strong cocktail list. With TVs throughout the space and a casual setting, it’s a convenient place to meet friends, grab a drink, and keep up with the tournament. • 158 Front St #120, Franklin, TN 37064 •
Amerigo
March Madness Catering and Game-Day Food in Nashville and Williamson County
For those planning to watch the tournament at home, several Middle Tennessee restaurants offer catering and takeout options that simplify hosting. From pizza and party platters to barbecue and family-style meals, these restaurants provide convenient ways to feed a group during the tournament.
Amerigo – Brentwood and Nashville
Amerigo offers a convenient option for those planning to watch the games at home. The restaurant’s Family Pack serves four people and includes a salad, an Italian entrée, and focaccia bread with herb olive oil. The meal is designed to make hosting easier while still providing a full dinner for game night. • 1656 Westgate Cir, Brentwood, TN 37027 • 920 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203 •
Chef’s Market – Goodlettsville
Chef’s Market has long been a go-to option for gatherings and watch parties. One of its most popular menu items, tortilla chips with spinach con queso dip, has been served for more than two decades and feeds a crowd. The catering menu also includes salads, sandwich platters, wraps, boxed lunches, and buffet-style options suitable for larger groups. • 900 Conference Dr #9, Goodlettsville, TN 37072 •
Puckett’s
Puckett’s – Franklin and Nashville
Puckett’s provides catering options for groups of twelve or more, with services that range from pickup and delivery to full buffet setups. Menu choices include Southern favorites such as smoked BBQ pork, brisket, and mac ’n cheese bars. For smaller groups, the restaurant offers To Go Packs that serve four to six people and include meat, sides, Cajun corncakes, and sauces ready for game day. • 500 Church St, Nashville, TN 37219 • 120 4th Ave S, Franklin, TN 37064 • 114 N Church St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130 • 1039 Glenbrook Way, Hendersonville, TN 37075 • 5 Public Square, Columbia, TN 38401
Sho Pizza Bar – Nashville
Sho Pizza Bar offers catering and takeout designed for group gatherings during the tournament. Known for its neo-Neapolitan pizzas and carefully sourced ingredients, the restaurant provides a menu that works well for watch parties and larger orders. Complimentary delivery is included on orders over $500. • 1309 McGavock Pk, Nashville, TN 37216 •
Enjoy March Madness Across Middle Tennessee
Whether watching the games at a neighborhood restaurant or hosting a bracket watch party at home, Franklin, Williamson County, and Nashville offer several ways to follow the NCAA tournament. With restaurants showing the games, food specials available during the tournament, and catering options for larger gatherings, basketball fans have many ways to enjoy the excitement of March Madness throughout the region.
