Against the Odds, Niko’s Lounge Opens In East Nashville

Anyone who has frequented the venerable Family Wash on the East Side likely noticed the place lurking across the street, with the fancy lettering on the windows that reads “Niko’s.” I first assumed it was a place that was closed down, but then was surprised to periodically see its interesting decor lit up and throngs of people having fun inside. Some friends and I even tried to walk in one evening to discover that it was a “private party.” We left disappointed.

Weeks later while enjoying conversation with some friends at the Red Door east, I meet the bartender, named Niko, who turns out to be the owner of phantasmal club of the same name. (more…)