Welcome to Humble Baron at Nearest Green Distillery
At Humble Baron, nestled within the Nearest Green Distillery, a culinary journey unfolds that celebrates New American cuisine with a Southern twist. This vibrant venue boasts the world’s longest bar, creating a distinctive atmosphere for sharing cocktails and seafood delights. Guests can savor a selection of signature cocktails, like the Moonwalking In Calabasas, alongside standout dishes such as the Southern Fried Catfish and the Tennessee Butter Lobster Roll. The restaurant embraces a lively brunch scene with a focus on quality and comfort. With attentive service and an inviting ambiance, Humble Baron is a destination for both casual and special occasions alike.
- 3125 US-231, Shelbyville, TN 37160 Hotline: (931) 909-6610
Welcome to the Humble Baron at Nearest Green Distillery, an exceptional dining experience nestled at 3125 US-231, Shelbyville, TN. This vibrant new American restaurant seamlessly blends a cocktail bar ambiance with a seafood focus, creating a unique fusion that's perfect for any occasion.
The first thing that strikes you upon entering is the ambiance. Known as the world's longest bar, the interconnected layout invites you to explore its twists and turns, ensuring that wherever you are seated, you have a prime view of the bustling atmosphere and live music entertainment. The decor is both sleek and inviting, perfect for a date night or a casual brunch with friends.
- Signature Cocktails: Indulge in their crafted drinks like the WorldFamous Grown Folks Mimosa or the Humble Baron Old Fashioned. Each cocktail is perfectly balanced, making them a delightful complement to your meal.
- Sunday Brunch Highlights: The brunch menu features standouts such as the Maple Glazed Bacon and Tennessee Butter Lobster Roll; indulgent options that blend southern flair with gourmet elements. Don’t miss the Bananas Foster French Toast, celebrated for its rich flavors, though some have noted it could benefit from added texture.
- Delicious Menu Choices: For those craving seafood, the Fried Chicken and Pancakes and Southern Fried Catfish deliver on flavor, though there are suggestions for a slight seasoning adjustment in some dishes. The shrimp and grits have received praise for their generous shrimp portions and well-seasoned grits.
Customer reviews reveal that the atmosphere and service are standout features. Many patrons mention how the staff is attentive and keeps the mood lively, with live music enhancing the dining experience without overwhelming conversation. A notable impression is left by the use of recycled whiskey bottles for serving water—a charming touch that resonates with the distillery's ethos.
While some dishes, like the peach cobbler French toast, might not meet everyone's expectations entirely, the overwhelming positivity surrounding the overall dining experience at Humble Baron cannot be understated. The combination of a captivating space, a diverse menu, and innovative cocktails make it a worthwhile destination. Whether you're winding down after a distillery tour or seeking a delightful brunch spot, Humble Baron at Nearest Green Distillery is undoubtedly a culinary gem in Shelbyville.
• Phone: (931) 909-6610
• Website: Visit to explore the full menu and make reservations for an unforgettable dining experience!

The Humble Baron is definitely the place for those smooth old school vibes. We went for brunch with a friend and we had a great time. We were able to easily make a reservation and there was no wait when we arrived. I liked how they spread everyone out instead of seating people on top of each other in an empty room. The volume on the music was just high enough for you to catch the tune but not lose touch of the conversation. The staff were excellent! They kept the water cups full, the tables clean, and were very attentive. The food, I had to take a star for the food. The peach cobbler French toast leaned too much on the sweetness of the brioche and I didn't get the fresh juicy taste as anticipated for a peach cobbler. I also think if they added a little crunch like make a walnut it would break up some of the softness from the bread being soaked in the "cobbler" and elevate the flavor profile of the dish. The hot chicken and pancakes were a little on the salty side. I also think the tenders were a little skinny for hard fry they had on them. This left more crackling crunch than meat. Additionally the table agreed the dish was a little too salty.

Did a tour of the distillery and then went to dinner here. We had reservations for a larger party of about 15 people, the only down fall is even with the reservation they refused to seat us together saying that it would take up their entire section. This was weird and we even asked could we all sit together several times and they said no, so some of us had to sit at the bar away from the group. But, nonetheless the food was amazing! They music, karaoke and line dancing were great! This is such a great place to visit aster the distillery tour!

When they said the chef used to work with G Garvin, I got excited. And the taste of the food, made me happy. The restaurant is beautiful. Very different layout as it is literally a massive bar. You should be seen at all angles the way it twist and turns. And if there is a show on stage, you should have a view from just about anywhere. The service was a little eh, but they were polite. I think since it was less people, they used the time to train and restock. They actually reuse empty whiskey bottles to serve water, which impressed me. I thought the menu was going to be more elaborate, but less is more. They have ample options and perfected what is on the menu. My southern fried catfish was so good. Flavorful, hot, and crisp. My friends got the smash burger and said it was one of the best burgers they ever ate. We also tried the pecan cheesecake, so worth it. Taste a little, eat a little. It's a good time.

Love: oxtail & grits; shrimp & grits; fried chicken; love & whiskey cheesecake; beautiful space & quality vibes; friendly bartenders & staff Likes: beignets

Visited the distillery for the first time today and after the tour we decided to have some cocktails at Humble Baron-the world's longest bar. Highly recommend the single barrel old fashion, humble baron old fashion and the rocking chair spritz. The bartenders are very attentive, the bar is clean and swanky, and they have a really gorgeous stage for live music. It's be a great place to take a date. I look forward to returning to see some live bands!

The food was delicious! We had the catfish and the smash burger with the homemade potato chips and dip app. Just seeing the size of the bar is so impressive. They had some live music while we were there, but it was not super loud so you could still have conversations. Our bartender took very good care of us.

I'm a huge Uncle Nearest fan so imagine my delight when I found out they had the largest bar in the world and when I say largest I mean LARGEST!lol The bar is never-ending and truly cascades almost all of the square footage of the space. It's so unique and makes you feel like you are enjoying a drink with everyone. There are tables but I would suggest getting a reservation if you wish to be seated. I took my mother and best friend on Mother's Day and we were all pleasantly surprised by the experience. The food was amazing. I ordered the Banana's Foster French Toast and ate every single bite, do you hear me? I left nothing to chance. The addition of the bacon really takes this dish to the next level of goodness. The salty and crunchy texture really balances out this sweet breakfast dish. I am definitely a fan! My best friend ordered the Catfish and Grits while my mother order the Shrimp and Grits. What I loved about the grits was the flavor. Some people don't season the roux well enough but at HB you don't have to add a drop of S&P. They give you a lot of shrimp and they are a nice size so you will have a shrimp with every bite. I'm not going to lie I thought the catfish was going to be my least favorite because it was not fried but instead blackened. But it was delicious. Now, I am used to a thicker consistency grit but this was a great dish, as well. Why is this not a 5 star experience you ask? It was freezing inside the venue. I mean, I had on a blue jean jacket and was chilled to the bone. I couldn't wait to go outside to thaw out. And the entertainment was subpar. There was a band of a piano and bass plater along with a jazz/gospel singer and they didn't give that they had played together before. The energy was lack luster and the singer just wasn't my cup of tea. BUT the Sunday Brunch playlist was a hit! I will definitely be back to enjoy some more good food and of course libation!