The Ariston (“the best” in Greek) is Nashville’s premiere cigar lounge and cocktail bar, located in the heart of downtown Nashville at 508 Church Street. Here, guests can experience curated cocktails, fine spirits, and premium cigars from a seasoned team, founders Paul Pearse and Alex Howard, who are dedicated to maintaining excellence in service, technique, and product. One of the few Davidoff Appointed Merchants in the area, The Ariston’s cigar selection features high-end products from around the world. The Ariston welcomes guests into a timeless respite, where they can enjoy cigars in the bar’s comfortable, inviting atmosphere alongside an expertly crafted cocktail chosen from a selection of classics. Open daily from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m., The Ariston offers the country’s second private Byron Lounge available for guests to reserve as an event space and serves a food menu of elevated small plates, as well as wine, beer, 8th & Roast coffee drinks, and pure cane sugar soda in addition to the cocktail menu.