Fire crews rushed to Kid Rock's multi-story honky tonk on Lower Broadway in downtown Nashville late Tuesday morning after reports of a blaze inside the popular venue. Firefighters were dispatched just after 11:15 a.m., extending a ladder to the roof as smoke and visible damage were reported inside. Officials said there were no immediate reports of injuries, and the cause of the fire was still under investigation.
Crews On Scene
According to WKRN, the Nashville Fire Department arrived quickly after the call came in, setting up a ladder to access the roof while firefighters checked the interior of the building. The station reported that damage could be seen inside, although officials were not yet ready to say where or how the fire started. News 2 crews were on site working to gather more details from authorities.
About The Venue
Kid Rock's Big Ass Honky Tonk & Rock 'n' Roll Steakhouse is a sprawling, multi-level bar on Lower Broadway, listed at 221 Broadway on the Kid Rock's Big Ass Honky Tonk & Rock 'n' Roll Steakhouse website. With several stages, multiple bars, and a rooftop area, it is one of the higher-capacity and more visible spots on the busy Honky Tonk Highway strip.
Broadway Safety And Past Closures
Lower Broadway has seen its share of emergency responses and short-term shutdowns in recent years. In one example, a gas leak in December 2024 led to a block of Broadway being closed for several hours, as reported by WSMV. The tight cluster of bars, restaurants, and older buildings in the district can make firefighting, inspections, and evacuations more complicated when something goes wrong.
What Officials Say
Authorities did not immediately provide information about potential injuries or what might have sparked the fire, and investigators were expected to conduct a closer review of the scene, according to WKRN. The outlet reported that firefighters remained at the honky tonk to secure the building and monitor conditions while officials worked to gather more information.
