Alleycat Lounge – East Nashville Retro T-Shirt
Remember the Fat Ball?
Before East Nashville became one of Nashville's trendiest neighborhoods, there was Alleycat Lounge, a Five Points favorite where the food was memorable, the atmosphere was laid-back, and the neighborhood had a personality all its own.
Located at 1008-B Woodland Street, Alleycat was known for its handcrafted Tex-Mex favorites, including Drunken Chicken, stacked enchiladas, and the legendary Fat Ball—a deep-fried avocado that earned its own devoted following.
For nearly six years, the Alleycat was a gathering place for locals, musicians, and anyone who appreciated a good meal and a neighborhood hangout with character.
When Alleycat closed in January 2009, it marked the end of another chapter in old East Nashville. The restaurant went out with a farewell celebration that was fitting for a place so many people remembered fondly.
Our vintage-inspired Alleycat Lounge T-shirt pays tribute to that era, featuring a recreation inspired by the lounge's distinctive curled-cat emblem, with distressed lettering and an old-school finish.
Whether you remember the Fat Ball, the food, the friends, or simply the East Nashville of those days, here's a little something to take you back.
Alleycat Lounge. Five Points. East Nashville. Gone, but not forgotten.
Part of Yestercool's Nashville collection, celebrating the restaurants, bars, music venues, and neighborhood hangouts we still remember.
The Gildan 5000 heavy cotton tee is a dependable classic made for everyday wear and custom printing. Its 100% cotton fabric is tightly knit to give designs sharper detail and long-lasting color. The seamless body eliminates side seams for a smoother fit, while reinforced shoulders keep the shirt in shape through repeated washes. Durable, comfortable, and print-friendly, the Gildan 5000 is a trusted staple for personalized apparel.
Disclaimer:
- Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
- Sleeve prints and neck labels are produced using DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing technology. This applies only to products fulfilled by the print providers OPT OnDemand and Shirt Monkey among the providers offering this item.
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 18.00 | 20.00 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 | 30.00 | 32.00 |
| Length, in | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 | 32.00 | 33.00 | 34.00 | 35.00 |
| Sleeve length (from center back), in | 15.10 | 16.50 | 18.00 | 19.50 | 21.00 | 22.40 | 23.70 | 25.00 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
.: The Gildan 5000 is made with medium fabric (5.3 oz/yd² / 180 g/m²) consisting of 100% cotton, offering year-round comfort with lasting durability.
.: The classic fit of this shirt ensures a comfy, relaxed wear while the crew neckline adds that neat, timeless look that can blend into any occasion, casual or semi-formal.
.: The tear-away label means a scratch-free experience with no irritation or discomfort whatsoever.
.: Made using 100% US cotton that is ethically grown and harvested. Gildan is also a proud member of the US Cotton Trust Protocol ensuring ethical and sustainable means of production.
.: This blank tee is certified by OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 (Certificate No. 168252, OETI - Institut fuer Oekologie).
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Product information: Gildan 5000, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Warnings, Hazard: For adults
Care instructions: Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), Non-chlorine: bleach as needed, Tumble dry: low heat, Do not iron, Do not dryclean