A local's guide to the best areas in Nashville...that aren't downtown. Where to eat, what to do, and how to get around 5 of the hippest neighborhoods

Germantown

East Nashville

12 South

Sylvan Park

Wedgewood-Houston

Nashville’s 5 Coolest Neighborhoods

Experience the Music City! 
In this guide I provide my top picks for… 
✨Hotels & Airbnbs 
✨Must try restaurants 
✨Culture 
✨Day trips 
✨Local Shops & More! 


Nashville, TN, USA

Guide to Nashville, Tennessee! 🎸

Nashville

Hendersonville

Nashville 

A local's guide to Nashville's best food and drink. Brunch, dinner, and everything in between!

Where to Eat in Nashville

All of my favorite spots in Nashville that aren’t the typical Broadway bars. 

Franklin

Nashville, Tennessee 

Nashville is known as Music City, not JUST the country music city. If you're the person who always answers "anything but country," or the person who cringes at a "yee-haw," this is the guide for you! 

Tennessee, USA

Non-Country Nashville: A Guide for the "Anything But Country" Person

Nashville, TN

The coffee scene in Nashville is amazing! As a previous resident and frequent re-visitor to Nashville, (and former founder of a coffee business in Tennessee), here are my recommendations for the best coffee and sweets in Music City, USA!

You'll also find here six unique behind-the-scenes experiences sure to satisfy your sweet tooth, transportation info to get you to and around the city, and accommodation recommendations to put the cherry on top of your Nashville visit. 

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Nashville Coffee & Sweets


Embark on a flavorful journey through Nashville’s culinary scene, where every bite is a toast to your bachelorette adventure. "Nash Bash: A Bachelorette’s Ultimate Guide to Food & Fun" is your ultimate map to the city’s most exciting dining spots, perfect for filling your day and night with unforgettable memories. From vibrant kitchens to reimagined Southern classics, this guide introduces you to the chefs and flavors that make Music City a bachelorette destination like no other. Whether you're a Nashville native or just visiting, this guide will help you savor every bite of your special weekend.

🌟To top off this ultimate bachelorette food guide, you'll also find recommendations for the best hotels to stay in during your visit to Music City, ensuring your entire experience is unforgettable.

Nash Bash: A Bachelorette’s Ultimate Guide to Food & Fun

Welcome to my completely unorganized but oh-so-helpful map of Nashville! An absolute smorgasbord of my own travels and research, suggestions from friends and strangers, and many treasures found along the way, this is where I compile all things Nashville for my future trips and yours. Things I particularly love that you’ll find a lot of:
☕️ Coffee shops & bakeries
🌮 Local cuisine
🏛️ Museums of all kinds
🌳 Gardens & parks
🛏️ Boutique hotels
🍕 Small regional chains with good reputations

All my guides in this category are $5 per 100 places included, but since I add to these constantly, you can lock down the lowest price today and gain a lifetime access!

Old Hickory, Nashville, TN, USA

Nashville TN

Nashville's streets are alive with the rhythm of artistry, and I've curated a guide to the city's most captivating murals paired perfectly with must-try munchies in Nashville. From savory Southern staples to indulgent sweet surprises that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. 

Murals and Munchies in the Music City

Nashville Recs

In this weekend getaway adventure, you will find the top historic places and best food in the 12 South, West Hillsboro, & Music Row areas (I just added a couple in the Gulch/SoBro area too). Wear your walking shoes. There is lots to do, see, and  taste! You will get mapped out places  (along with addresses/phone numbers) for the best places to stay, historic sites to see, delicious places to eat, and extra fun stops along the way. I've been several times myself and would love to share the fun!!!

South Nashville, Nashville, TN, USA

Historic Nashville 

Five Daughters Bakery 12th South

Five Daughters Bakery is the perfect sweet treat destination after special events. Known for their signature 100-layer donuts, like its signature Vanilla Cream and seasonal Salted Caramel Apple, each treat is a delightful experience in itself.

The bakery’s charming interior, with its warm lighting and rustic decor, creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere that’s perfect for winding down. Whether you're celebrating with friends or enjoying a quiet moment, the welcoming ambiance of Five Daughters Bakery enhances the experience, making it an ideal spot to indulge in something sweet after a special occasion.

Five Daughters' famous 100 Layer Donuts made daily from locally sourced, organic ingredients and a whole lot of love.

Believing we can be good stewards of our bodies while still enjoying treats, Five Daughter's menu offers items that are vegan, paleo, and/or free of gluten, sugar, or dairy ingredients. If you have food sensitivities or dietary restrictions, speak with staff before ordering to see what options are currently available. 

They are know for their 100-layer to die for donuts. So good!! Grab some great coffee while you are there!!

I got a 100-layer donut with key lime pie filling when I visited. I dream of this donut often. 

Known for the "Hundred Layer Doughnuts" -- a decadent cross between a croissant and a doughnut

I have yet to find a better donut anywhere in the world. 

Five Daughters Bakery 12th South

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