No matter how long you’ve called Middle Tennessee home, there’s always something new to discover nearby. Each month, Onward brings you “Your New Favorite” – our team’s hand-selected places unique to Middle Tennessee that locals love.
This month, find your new favorite local bakeries and treat yourself to fresh breads, pastries and desserts from across Middle Tennessee.
Baked on 8th
Baked on 8th is one of Nashville’s favorite independent artisan bakeries. It’s a name that comes up again and again when locals trade recommendations, making it a must-visit for anyone new to town.
Location: Nashville
Address: 1512 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37064
Triple Crown Bakery
A historic downtown bakery, Triple Crown Bakery is famous for its cakes and pastries. Stay a while for afternoon tea, a charming way to pair something sweet with a stroll through downtown Franklin.
Location: Downtown Franklin
Address: 118 4th Ave N, Franklin, TN 37064
Merridee’s Breadbasket
Merridee’s Breadbasket is a beloved Franklin institution known for homemade breads and cinnamon rolls. Ask a longtime local about their favorite bakery, and there’s a good chance you’ll hear this name.
Location: Franklin
Address: 110 4th Ave S, Franklin, TN 37064
Franklin Bakehouse
Franklin Bakehouse is an independent bakery serving artisan pastries and handcrafted baked goods. It’s an easy pick when you want something made with real care.
Location: Franklin
Address: 100 E Main Street, Franklin, TN 37064
Julia’s Homestyle Bakery
Julia’s Homestyle Bakery is an employee-owned Murfreesboro favorite known for cakes, cookies and Southern desserts. It’s the kind of place locals turn to when a birthday, graduation or housewarming calls for something special.
Location: Murfreesboro
Address: 1911 Medical Center Parkway B, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
OFLOW Bakery & Café
OFLOW Bakery & Café is a veteran-owned scratch bakery and café on Murfreesboro’s historic downtown square. Grab a coffee and a pastry, then take a walk around the square.
Location: Murfreesboro’s historic downtown square
Address: 115 N Maple Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Prevail Bakehouse
Prevail Bakehouse brings artisan breads, pastries and coffee to downtown Columbia. It’s an easy first stop before a morning exploring the shops nearby.
Location: Downtown Columbia
Address: 307 W 11th St, Columbia, TN 38401
Kings Baking Co.
Kings Baking Co. is a small-batch Columbia bakery specializing in fresh pastries and desserts. With everything made in small batches, it’s worth arriving early for the best selection.
Location: Columbia
Address: 101 N James Campbell Blvd, Columbia, TN 38401
The Émeraude Bakery
The Émeraude Bakery brings French-inspired pastries, croissants and breads to Mt. Juliet. The local family bakery offers a little taste of France without leaving Middle Tennessee.
Location: Mt. Juliet
Address: 9904 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
Truleigh Scrumptious Sweet Café
Truleigh Scrumptious Sweet Café is a family-owned Mt. Juliet bakery serving cakes, cupcakes, cookies and lunch. Stop in for a midday meal and leave with a box of something sweet for later.
Location: Mt. Juliet
Address: 8965 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
The Southern Baking Co.
The Southern Baking Co. is a Spring Hill local favorite for scratch-made pastries, cakes, cookies and tea. It’s a welcoming spot to slow down and enjoy something homemade.
Location: Spring Hill
Address: 4847 Main St, Spring Hill, TN 37064
Explore other local recommendations from our previous “Your New Favorite” blog posts.
Contact your Onward agent for more local favorites and to discover everything you can experience right in your backyard.
