Today was my second visit to Franklin Bakehouse, and it instantly reminded me why I loved it so…read moremuch the first time, years ago, when I came for brunch with a friend. The staff were patient and helpful as I asked questions and considered all my options. I had forgotten that they brew Nashville's own 8&R spresso!! Their 16oz drinks come with four shots - coffee lovers like me will appreciate the strength! Most of their syrups are Monin, I think maybe I saw 1 housemade. What really sets this place apart is the charming farmer's market-style vibe. Besides food, coffee and fresh-baked pastries, they offer their own delicious sourdough and focaccia loaves to go, and a very thoughtful selection of local items - like organic Amish eggs ($6/dozen - unreal price right now and I saw they reuse the cartons/place to return them - heartwarming), bone broths, small-batch sauces, and so much more. I loved spotting a whole shelf of Republic of Tea bags, sold individually so you can sample new flavors before committing to a full tin. You can tell everything is chosen with care both in quality and with a community focus. Franklin Bakehouse is one of those places that just makes you feel good the moment you walk in. It def helped to see and pet some pups too (I assume they are welcome as there were some inside when I arrived).

Truthfully, about a 3 star review is fair. The food was…read moregood, not the greatest but good. The coffee was very limited, but they did have other bottled drink options which helped. It's a good place to go when you're wanting a fast grab and go with a black coffee. We decided to try the custom breakfast sandwich and got the ham with egg and cheese on sourdough. Overall, the sandwich was tasty. The hot pocket looking pastry was actually great, but the cinnamon peach "French toast" was not the best, it was okay in terms of flavor but overall a little underdone and dry. On top of that, I would say the service was very mediocre. Cashier seemed a little rude, and when leaving we realized no one picked up the order number that needs to be placed on the table once ordered, when trying to return it to someone before walking out everyone was just in a circle talking and no one acknowledged that I was trying to return this table number. So that really was a cherry on top of the environment of this place. Definitely a mid level experience.

Lovely local café that's my top recommendation for nearby crepes! Though they have other food…read moreofferings, the crepes are my favorite - usually ordering one sweet and one savory (to share). Their specialty lattes are solid; I often get the Eiffel Tower or Dulce de Leche. The Best Chocolate Bar Ever latte is a sweet chocolate caffeine fix as well. The Perch is a smaller spot with both indoor and outdoor seating, first come first served; guests order and pay at the counter, then are given a number, and food/drinks are brought to your table. Prices are not cheap, but the food and drinks are reasonable and reliable. This spot is a gem, and you never know who you'll see here. Also, I love that they do punch cards (buy 10 coffees and get 1 free, if I'm not mistaken) - even though I usually forget to bring my existing card and keep starting a new one.

One of those hidden gems in Nashville/Brentwood that never disappoints. I go here a few times a…read moreyear and wonder why I don't come back more often. The staff is always friendly and helpful. The crepes are always amazing! The coffee is consistently very good. The vibe is great; really love the "old house" style. I ordered the I Love Bacon crepe with the Candy Bar latte and I'd definitely order them both again! I'd say my favorite crepes so far have been the Mexican style and the Nutella banana. They do have more than crepes; they offer really good breakfast burritos that I'd definitely recommend as well. If you're ever in the area, I'd say it's well worth the stop.

This was a nice way to start the year, treating a friend from out of state to a really tasty…read morebrunch. That being said, there are a few caveats to the four stars that headline this review. Service: polite and efficient. (One member of our group thought it was just perfunctory. I felt otherwise.) Food: brewed coffee - meh. Other breakfast food - very very good. Avocado toast was seasoned nicely and slathered generously with mashed avocado. Breakfast tacos were judged just fine. Eggs Benedict absolutely five stars!! Perfectly - runny yolk - poached eggs on top of tender Canadian bacon sitting on lightly toasted English muffins, all covered with a delectable slightly lemon-forward (I loved it) hollandaise. A small, albeit adequate, portion of hashbrowns, accompanied the eggs along with a few fresh greens. I would order this again in a heartbeat. Ambience: here's where Fika stumbled a bit. While, it is technically handicap-accessible, including wheelchairs" it is difficult for someone in a wheelchair to maneuver as attested by folks sitting next to us. Tables are so tightly packed, it is difficult for anyone to maneuver through to get to a table or all the way to the back to get to a restroom. Fortunately, everyone who was there the morning we visited was reasonably polite and made way for a few people who had some ambulatory difficulties, myself included. Biggest drawback for our group of three was that the acoustics were/are horrible. Nothing on the bare walls or ceiling to muffle or enhance the sound. Screaming children (not a complaint, just an observation) sent piercing squeals reverberating off the walls. Polite conversation was virtually impossible. My suggestion would be that the owners hang some sort of draperies or whatever to absorb the deafening cacophony.

The food was great and delicious--super friendly staff. The place is a bit small to dine in but…read morereally busy. I highly recommended to check it out. They have a lot of options to eat from

This is what I would consider a hidden gem for the area. The food is all made fresh in-house. All…read moreorganic and whole food ingredients, no seed oils or artificial flavoring of any kind used. Gluten-free and delicious.! Plus, she even has mortadella real kind!! Along with arugula and burrata!! Locals will not understand this, but people from other states will. You can sit down inside the little café tables to eat or choose to sit outside either way. Do not miss this gem!

Wow! I can't say enough good things about Chetzels…read moreBakehouse! The owner is an absolute delight! She explained her cooking theories, why she opened her bakery, and what makes her food so special. The bakery is so cute. Beautiful tiling on the walls, string lights, and an open space kitchen. The food...goodness!!!! If I could eat there all day I absolutely would. My non celiac fiancé couldn't even tell that the food was gluten free! The owner is absolutely a cooking mastermind. Everything was perfectly flavored! Will 100% be coming again!

Just Love Coffee does it right…read more Here's what my past few experiences with this coffee shop have entailed: * Great coffee * Good food * Swift service * Friendly staff * Live music * Clean & relaxing You can't go wrong here. Go out of your way to give this coffee shop "some love".

I can't believe that my only review of Just Love was from way back in 2019. My wife and I and our…read morefamily are regulars at Just Love, especially since Frank and Cathy Snodgrass took over ownership. Frank is a wonderful host, and Cathy did a wonderful job of managing the kitchen. Their staff is equally friendly and professional. The coffee at Just Love is excellent, but frankly the best reason to go to Just Love is their amazing breakfast and lunch menu. There is literally other coffee shop that even comes close to the food choices available at Just Love. It is what makes Just Love more than just another coffee shop. It is as good a breakfast and lunch cafe as any in the Spring Hill area. If your taste runs to omelets, bacon (extra crispy please), waffles, salads, etc. Just Love has you covered. Their niche, if you will, is to cook many of their food items in a waffle iron. It truly makes their omelets special. They also have a signature item that is a tater tot waffle that is truly delicious. Just Love has been, is, and probably always will be our go to place for a delicious coffee and breakfast on Sunday.

Jambox is such a fun place! The decor is awesome with a wall full of cassette tapes and boomboxes…read morethat gives the restaurant a really unique vibe. The playlist was great and made the whole experience even better. The service was top-notch. Every staff member was so friendly, and several of them came by to check that everything tasted good and that we had everything we needed. That level of hospitality really stood out. And the food... wow! The sandwiches were absolutely delicious. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. The restaurant was also spotless, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Overall, this place is an easy 10/10. Great atmosphere, amazing service, delicious food, and a very clean restaurant. We'll definitely be back!

Visited Jam Box Sandwiches and immediately loved the atmosphere. The place is beautifully decorated…read morewith old-school radios, cassette tapes, and music memorabilia, creating a fun retro vibe. I really appreciated how they brought an old-school music theme into the interior design. The sandwiches were just as impressive as the ambiance. One thing that stood out was the bread--soft, fresh, and easy to digest, which made the sandwiches even more enjoyable. I ordered the Californication Jam Sandwich, which comes with pulled chicken, pepper jack cheese, jalapeño slaw, Doritos, and red hot chili pepper jam. It was absolutely delicious. The jam added the perfect amount of spice and tied all the flavors together beautifully. I also tried the Classic Hero Sandwich, which was equally satisfying and packed with flavor. Overall, this is a unique sandwich spot with great food, creative menu items, and a memorable atmosphere. Definitely a place I'll be returning to!

Omg. We found TGE at the Franklin Farmer's Market. I wish I would have taken a picture of the line!…read moreIt is well worth the wait, I'll tell you that. The Jalapeno poppers were to die for, and I could've drank a GALLON of their coffee. It's espresso Cubano made with cinnamon and other delicious spices. It is the best, and needs absolutely no creamer or sweetener. I sincerely hope they are able to open their own shop someday, it's incredibly deserved.

I knew Tasty Good Eats from when she was up in Connecticut and was always impressed with the…read morevariety and quality of truly inspired treats that she would make for every market that she was at. From her cheezy puffy cheesy bites to her chetzels, cookies, scones, muffins and all her flavors of empanadas. And if that great variety wasn't enough, they were all gluten free. Wow!! It is our loss that she is no longer in Connecticut and truly a great gain for the people of Franklin. I have had passed through Tennessee and the Nashville area a few times since she has located there, and I have made it my mission to stop by her place whenever possible to stock up on those Tasty Good Eats for the ride home. And I must say that her treats are just as wonderful now in Franklin as they were in Connecticut. Wishing her well down in TN. M

Best cheese grits I've had anywhere in the US. Multi-ingredient recipe, including at least two…read morecheeses. Pro tip: get a side of bacon for dipping into the grits. Inside+outdoor seating. We sat outside with our dog.

I love the Merc. It holds good memories for me. The bread is homemade and they put black olives…read morewith their pimento cheese. And gotta have fruit tea.