Brewery Profile

Smith & Lentz Brewing

In East Nashville, Smith & Lentz operates as a neighborhood brewery with a taproom built around beer, pizza, and a casual food program rather than a beer-only counter. A visitor walking in should expect an on-site brewery setting with indoor seating and an outdoor patio area, plus a kitchen that is part of the experience. The setup places it within Nashville’s broader craft beer scene as a stop where people can settle in for a full meal while trying the brewery’s current pours. Wine is also available, which makes the space workable for groups that are not all focused on beer.

Travelers in Nashville often look for brewery visits that fit between music, restaurants, and neighborhood wandering, especially in areas outside the downtown core. Smith & Lentz fits that pattern by pairing its beer production with a dedicated pizza operation. All pizzas are 16 inches and use sourdough fermentation, with Carolina Ground Flour used for the dough. The kitchen also emphasizes local sourcing, including produce from regional suppliers such as Harpeth Moon Farms and Rosson Orchards. Those details make the food program more than a convenience add-on, while still keeping the visit informal and centered on the taproom.

For planning purposes, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s beer pours, since specific beer names and styles may change. Visitors can also expect pizza, wine, and house-made ice cream produced with local dairy ingredients, based on the brewery’s stated offerings. Seating includes indoor capacity as well as an outdoor patio, though availability can depend on timing and weather. Anyone making a special trip should check current hours, food availability, and any service updates before going, especially if the visit depends on patio seating or a particular menu item.

Smith & Lentz operates as a neighborhood brewery situated in East Nashville, Tennessee, focusing on both beer production and a complementary food service model. The facility includes a dedicated pizza operation, utilizing sourdough fermentation for all 16-inch pizzas, and also offers a selection of wine. The kitchen emphasizes local sourcing, incorporating produce from regional suppliers such as Harpeth Moon Farms and Rosson Orchards, and uses Carolina Ground Flour for dough preparation. In addition to the primary offerings, the brewery produces its own ice cream using local dairy ingredients. Seating options include both indoor capacity and an outdoor patio area.

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903 Main St, Nashville, Tennessee, 37206-3609

Phone: 615-649-8761

Website: http://www.smithandlentz.com

Hours: Mon-Thurs: 5pm-10pm Fri-Sat: 12pm-10pm Sun: 5pm-9pm Kitchen closes at 9pm (8:30pm on Sundays).