The 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Rio, Brazil begin today with the traditional opening ceremony, airing at 6:30pm on NBC. The opening ceremony includes an artistic program, which is a way for the host nation to showcase its heritage, tradition and national identity Film director Fernando Meirelles (known for City of God) is the creative force behind these Games opening ceremony.
The parade of nations, in which athletes and coaches from each participating nation walk through the stadium follows the artistic program. Michael Phelps, who has never walked in an Olympic Opening Ceremony before, will carry the U.S. flag.
If you’re planning on watching the Opening Ceremony, here are 5 great places to watch it:
1.Mellow Mushroom
317 Main St Franklin, 37064
Mellow Mushroom’s speciality is pizza, but their menu also boasts burgers, hoagies, salads and more. With a full bar and specialty drinks, its a great place to settle in and enjoy the beginning of the Summer Olympics.
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2.Kings Bowl
1910 Galleria Blvd (CoolSpring Galleria), Franklin, 37067
“The Draft Room” at Kings Bowl features an 80-foot/54 seat bar with “bump-outs” that allow four guests to get the great and fast service at the bar, but still face each other and converse. This room is covered with TV’s, the most impressive of which is three 15-foot HD LED screen. You can also enjoy any of the ten beers on draft as well as a curated list of local and regional craft beers. Connected to the Draft Room is a patio and beer garden.
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3. Scout’s Pub
158 Front St Suite 120, Franklin, 37064
Scout’s Pub opened in late June in the Westhaven community. Menu highlights include confit duck wings (served traditional hot or Asian), fish and chips, house-ground burgers, Irish bratwurst with colcannon mash, fresh salads, scratch made pizzas and a number of sides and shareables. The restaurant also offers an extensive list of carefully made cocktails, wine and craft beer, including local options from Blackstone Brewery, Mantra Artisan Ales, Little Harpeth Brewing Co. and more.
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4. Nolen’s Place
7240 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville 37135
Head to Nolen’s Place in Nolensville for the start of the Games. Make sure to bring an empty stomach, as their menu boasts some delicious items like fried pickles, chili, buttermilk biscuits, flatbreads and so much more.
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5. Jonathan’s Grille
7135 S. Springs Dr, Franklin 37067 & 2056 Crossings Circle, Spring Hill, 37174
The Jonathan’s franchise has won all sorts of awards for their exceptional food and drinks, including a sizzle award and a CNN award for top sports bars. The Spring Hill location is loaded with 8-70″ TVs and 34-55″ TVs, a perfect place to grab a bite with friends and family and watch the Olympic Games.
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