Category Archives: Coffee

March 7, 2012

360.2. Rocketown

Michael W. Smith founded Rocketown in 1994 to give teens a positive place to hang out. It now houses a coffee bar, photography, art and dance studios, stages for live entertainment, and an indoor skatepark. It’s a place where kids … Continue reading →

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February 18, 2012

344.2. Jackson’s Bar & Bistro

Brunch, lunch, dinner, late night, drinks, and a neighborhood feel. Cozy up next to the hanging fireplace or one of the two bars. Or enjoy the big patio on a nice day or night and watch the bustling Hillsboro Village. … Continue reading →

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February 13, 2012

339.2. Diana’s Sweet Shoppe

Gibson (the guitar company) owns this candy store/soda shop/cafe/piece of history. Diana’s originally operated in Port Huron, Michigan from 1926 to 2001. When Gibson bought it, they decided to bring it to Nashville. Literally. The store was transported, panel by … Continue reading →

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February 1, 2012

328.2. Downtown Franklin

So, it’s not technically Nashville – but just a short drive down the road. In 1995, Franklin received one of five “Great American Main Street” awards in an annual competition held by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Since then, accolades … Continue reading →

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Filed under Arts, Bar, Coffee, Family Fun, February, Free, Historical, Music, Nightlife, Outdoor, Restaurant/Food, Shopping

January 15, 2012

311.2. Nashville Originals Restaurant Week

It’s that time again. Time to get out and try those restaurants you’ve been wanting to try but just haven’t made it. More than 40 local restaurants that comprise the Nashville Originals group are participating in Restaurant Week Jan. 16-22, … Continue reading →

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Filed under Bar, Coffee, Event, Family Fun, Festival, January, Restaurant/Food

January 6, 2012

302.2. The Gulch

The Gulch is the first neighborhood in the South to receive LEED for Neighborhood Development certification from the US Green Building Council. The heart of The Gulch is essentially where 12th Avenue South forks into 12th and 11th Avenue South … Continue reading →

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Filed under Bar, Coffee, Free, January, Music, Nightlife, Restaurant/Food, Shopping

December 24, 2011

289.2. Edgehill Village

You can shop, eat, drink, listen to music and people-watch in this urban village located at Edgehill & Villa Place, near Music Row and Vanderbilt and Belmont universities. Mexican food, bubble tea, coffee, pizza and cakes. Jewelry, clothes, interiors, accessories. … Continue reading →

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Filed under Arts, Bar, Coffee, December, Music, Nightlife, Restaurant/Food, Shopping

November 6, 2011

242.2. 12South

12South is a funky little neighborhood just about 15 minutes south of downtown – on none other than 12th Avenue South (which turns into Granny White Pike). It’s small but packs a punch and getting stronger everyday. You can get … Continue reading →

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October 24, 2011

229.2. Berry Hill District

Home to more than 400 businesses and almost 40 recording studios and music publishers, Berry Hill is a quaint and funky little neighborhood (less than one square mile) in south Nashville, near 100 Oaks. Whether you need craft supplies, unique … Continue reading →

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Filed under Arts, Coffee, Music, October, Restaurant/Food, Shopping

September 18, 2011

194.2. Bread & Company

This local bakery and cafe serves up hand-crafted breads, sandwiches, soups, salads and pastries. With four locations in the Nashville area, Bread & Company attracts the hungry seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu is filled … Continue reading →

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Filed under Coffee, Restaurant/Food, September