The 12 South Neighborhood
Food Scene
GREAT FOR: “must eat”, meeting friends for lunch or dinner, take-out
WE RECOMMEND: Guacamole, Mahi Mahi taco, Plantains, Grilled Street Corn
TIPS: Call 30 minutes ahead or download the NoWait app to shorten your wait time. Patio seating is the best. Tacos are served “family style.”
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bartaco
2526 12th Ave SGREAT FOR: “must eat”, meeting friends for lunch or dinner, take-out
WE RECOMMEND: Guacamole, Mahi Mahi taco, Plantains, Grilled Street Corn
TIPS: Call 30 minutes ahead or download the NoWait app to shorten your wait time. Patio seating is the best. Tacos are served “family style.”
GREAT FOR: date night, something unique, business lunch
WE RECOMMEND: hummus plate, Tawook, fish special of the day
TIPS: walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are encouraged.
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Epice
2902 12th Ave SGREAT FOR: date night, something unique, business lunch
WE RECOMMEND: hummus plate, Tawook, fish special of the day
TIPS: walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are encouraged.
GREAT FOR: “must eat”, meeting friends for lunch or dinner
WE RECOMMEND: Woodstock Burger, Kale Salad, Truffle & Sweet Potato Fries
TIPS: No call aheads or reservations allowed. 10% fee on to-go orders, 20% gratuity added to parties of 6+.
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Burger Up
2901 12th Ave SGREAT FOR: “must eat”, meeting friends for lunch or dinner
WE RECOMMEND: Woodstock Burger, Kale Salad, Truffle & Sweet Potato Fries
TIPS: No call aheads or reservations allowed. 10% fee on to-go orders, 20% gratuity added to parties of 6+.
GREAT FOR: meeting friends for lunch or dinner, take-out
WE RECOMMEND: Brisket Tacos (lunch only), Brisket Platter (lunch only)
TIPS: Wait times can be long. Head over at 8:00pm on Mondays for Trivia!
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Edley's Bar-B-Que
2706 12th Ave SGREAT FOR: meeting friends for lunch or dinner, take-out
WE RECOMMEND: Brisket Tacos (lunch only), Brisket Platter (lunch only)
TIPS: Wait times can be long. Head over at 8:00pm on Mondays for Trivia!
GREAT FOR: “grabbing coffee” with a client/friend, bringing your laptop and working all day
WE RECOMMEND: A plain old cup of coffee. Some of the best coffee in town.
TIPS: Coffee & specialty drinks order up pretty quickly….food typically takes longer. We recommend their delicious individually-wrapped muffins and cookies over menu items if you need a snack...unless you’ve got time to wait.
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Portland Brew
2605 12th Ave SGREAT FOR: “grabbing coffee” with a client/friend, bringing your laptop and working all day
WE RECOMMEND: A plain old cup of coffee. Some of the best coffee in town.
TIPS: Coffee & specialty drinks order up pretty quickly….food typically takes longer. We recommend their delicious individually-wrapped muffins and cookies over menu items if you need a snack...unless you’ve got time to wait.
GREAT FOR: “grabbing coffee” with a client/friend, something unique for dinner.
WE RECOMMEND: California (breakfast), Royale (lunch), Trout A’la Heather (dinner), hazelnut white mocha (coffee drink)
TIPS: Have one friend order, and the other one hunt down a table.
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Frothy Monkey
2509 12th Ave SGREAT FOR: “grabbing coffee” with a client/friend, something unique for dinner.
WE RECOMMEND: California (breakfast), Royale (lunch), Trout A’la Heather (dinner), hazelnut white mocha (coffee drink)
TIPS: Have one friend order, and the other one hunt down a table.
GREAT FOR: grabbing a slice or a whole pie, day or night
WE RECOMMEND: heading over for “Two-fer-Tuesdays” for 2 for 1 slices & beer
TIPS: A 20% Gratuity will be added to parties of 8 or more, corkage fee of $15 per bottle, split plate charge of $5, cake service fee of $10 per cake. Call for take-out.
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MAFIAoZA’s
2400 12th Ave SGREAT FOR: grabbing a slice or a whole pie, day or night
WE RECOMMEND: heading over for “Two-fer-Tuesdays” for 2 for 1 slices & beer
TIPS: A 20% Gratuity will be added to parties of 8 or more, corkage fee of $15 per bottle, split plate charge of $5, cake service fee of $10 per cake. Call for take-out.
GREAT FOR: grab a cone and walk the neighborhood
WE RECOMMEND:: brambleberry crisp, sweet corn & black raspberries, middle west whiskey & pecans, wildberry lavender
TIPS: Jeni’s offers free samples….take them up on it and sample everything they have. And then order a trio. Trust us. Even after all that sampling, you’ll want three different flavors.
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Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
1892 Eastland AveGREAT FOR: grab a cone and walk the neighborhood
WE RECOMMEND:: brambleberry crisp, sweet corn & black raspberries, middle west whiskey & pecans, wildberry lavender
TIPS: Jeni’s offers free samples….take them up on it and sample everything they have. And then order a trio. Trust us. Even after all that sampling, you’ll want three different flavors.
GREAT FORr: breakfast, something sweet, healthy snacking (they have Vegan and Paleo Diet specialty donuts that are delicious!)
WE RECOMMEND:: any flavor of the 100 layer donut
TIPS: Head over early...or check their online donut cam...the donuts go quickly!
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Five Daughters Bakery 12th South
1110 Caruthers AveGREAT FORr: breakfast, something sweet, healthy snacking (they have Vegan and Paleo Diet specialty donuts that are delicious!)
WE RECOMMEND:: any flavor of the 100 layer donut
TIPS: Head over early...or check their online donut cam...the donuts go quickly!
GREAT FOR: delicious breakfast tacos & delicious lunch. Tortillas are handmade in house and bonus points that the coffee served is from Crema!
WE RECOMMEND: #5 Breakfast Taco, Guacamole
TIPS: Parking in the lot behind the building can be tricky so look for street parking options instead.
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Ladybird Taco
2229 10th Avenue SouthGREAT FOR: delicious breakfast tacos & delicious lunch. Tortillas are handmade in house and bonus points that the coffee served is from Crema!
WE RECOMMEND: #5 Breakfast Taco, Guacamole
TIPS: Parking in the lot behind the building can be tricky so look for street parking options instead.
Great For: breakfast, brunch & baked goods to go
The Backstory: This Australian cafe opened in East-Nashville and we are thrilled to have their second location in 12 South in the former Fork's Drum Closet space. At only 360 FEET from The Carriage House, this is a must-eat. Waitstaff are oh-so-kind and food is delicious!
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Great For: breakfast, brunch & baked goods to go
The Backstory: This Australian cafe opened in East-Nashville and we are thrilled to have their second location in 12 South in the former Fork's Drum Closet space. At only 360 FEET from The Carriage House, this is a must-eat. Waitstaff are oh-so-kind and food is delicious!
Shopping
From clothing to lawn furniture and just about every single thing in between, our cozy neighborhood has a million different shopping options. We've listed them ALL here so you can find that special thing you want to take (or wear) home to remember your time in Nashville. And once you've shopped and are ready to drop, our property is the perfect place to head home to.
PURVEYORS OF: this ‘n’ that including gift items, kitchenwares, men’s & women’s clothing/accessories/toiletries + a smattering of baby & doggie items
CELEBRITY STATUS: Owner Holly Williams is the daughter of Hank Williams Jr. as well as a singer/songwriter in her own right.
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White's Mercantile
2908 12th Ave SPURVEYORS OF: this ‘n’ that including gift items, kitchenwares, men’s & women’s clothing/accessories/toiletries + a smattering of baby & doggie items
CELEBRITY STATUS: Owner Holly Williams is the daughter of Hank Williams Jr. as well as a singer/songwriter in her own right.
PURVEYORS OF: denim, vintage & staple pieces for men & women
CELEBRITY STATUS: Gwyneth Paltrow picked up several pair of I+W jeans while filming “Country Strong” in Nashville a few years back.
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imogene + willie
2601 12th Ave SPURVEYORS OF: denim, vintage & staple pieces for men & women
CELEBRITY STATUS: Gwyneth Paltrow picked up several pair of I+W jeans while filming “Country Strong” in Nashville a few years back.
PURVEYORS OF: women’s clothing & accessories
CELEBRITY STATUS: Owned by actress Reese Witherspoon, the Nashville store is the flagship store for her “Lifestyle Brand.”
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Draper James
2608 12th Ave SPURVEYORS OF: women’s clothing & accessories
CELEBRITY STATUS: Owned by actress Reese Witherspoon, the Nashville store is the flagship store for her “Lifestyle Brand.”
PURVEYORS OF: women’s clothing & accessories
WHY WE LOVE IT: Adorable boutique style clothes at not-boutique style prices? What's not to love? They also have a great website so if you get home and regret not buying something, jump online and order!
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Vinnie Louise
521 Gallatin AvePURVEYORS OF: women’s clothing & accessories
WHY WE LOVE IT: Adorable boutique style clothes at not-boutique style prices? What's not to love? They also have a great website so if you get home and regret not buying something, jump online and order!
PURVEYORS OF: men’s and women’s denim, accessories and clothing.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Although Madewell is a national chain, we’re excited that their first ever “Denim Edit” shop has landed literally around the corner. They offer denim for men and women alike including online-only pieces not found in other Madewell storefronts.
Madewell
2709 12th Ave SPURVEYORS OF: men’s and women’s denim, accessories and clothing.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Although Madewell is a national chain, we’re excited that their first ever “Denim Edit” shop has landed literally around the corner. They offer denim for men and women alike including online-only pieces not found in other Madewell storefronts.
Women's clothing & accessories in a charming old-house shop.
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MODA Boutique
2511 12th Ave SWomen's clothing & accessories in a charming old-house shop.
Serendipity is no stranger to the neighborhood - they've been holding court here for 20+ years. BUT, they recently moved to "our" end of the street. Just a few houses down and across the street, we know our guests will love perusing their eclectic collection of gifts, accessories and women's clothing.
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Serendipity
2814 12th Ave SSerendipity is no stranger to the neighborhood - they've been holding court here for 20+ years. BUT, they recently moved to "our" end of the street. Just a few houses down and across the street, we know our guests will love perusing their eclectic collection of gifts, accessories and women's clothing.
This California company is known for super soft tees and breezy clothing for men, women & little ones!
Marine Layer
2705 12th Ave SThis California company is known for super soft tees and breezy clothing for men, women & little ones!
Local jewelry designer Judith Bright shares simplicity and style in her pieces...with bonus points for a cool mural.
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Judith Bright
2307 12th Ave SLocal jewelry designer Judith Bright shares simplicity and style in her pieces...with bonus points for a cool mural.
Step inside and you're in another world of vintage denim, furniture and whatnots.
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Savant Vintage
2302 12th Ave SStep inside and you're in another world of vintage denim, furniture and whatnots.
Gorgeous higher-end boutique for women...if you catch their yearly sale you can get some great pieces at fabulous prices.
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Emerson Grace
2304 12th Ave SGorgeous higher-end boutique for women...if you catch their yearly sale you can get some great pieces at fabulous prices.
A neighborhood staple for years, this family-owned jewelry store carries gorgeous pieces and also does excellent repair jobs.
Minor Jewelry
2611 12th Ave SA neighborhood staple for years, this family-owned jewelry store carries gorgeous pieces and also does excellent repair jobs.
We know that high-end lawn and patio furniture might not be on your weekend shopping list, but swing in and purchase their signature scented candle!
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Summer Classics Home Nashville
2600 12th Ave SWe know that high-end lawn and patio furniture might not be on your weekend shopping list, but swing in and purchase their signature scented candle!
Born in a WV van, this locally owned t-shirt business now calls the bottom floor of Embers Ski Lodge home.
FWD Clothing Company
2410 12th Ave SBorn in a WV van, this locally owned t-shirt business now calls the bottom floor of Embers Ski Lodge home.
A fave with the bachelorettes, this shop sells fun, low-cost fashion with on-trend pieces.
Finnleys - 12 South
2516 12th Ave SA fave with the bachelorettes, this shop sells fun, low-cost fashion with on-trend pieces.
UAL (United Apparel Liquidators) brings you high-end brands and bargain basement prices.
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United Apparel Liquidators
2918 West End AveUAL (United Apparel Liquidators) brings you high-end brands and bargain basement prices.
This sunglasses-and-eyewear shop popped up last year in the White's Mercantile parking lot and is here for the long-haul. Look for the white, New Orleans-esque tiny-home
KREWE
2908 12th Ave SThis sunglasses-and-eyewear shop popped up last year in the White's Mercantile parking lot and is here for the long-haul. Look for the white, New Orleans-esque tiny-home
NOT your tourist-trap boot shop, these hand-made designer boots are a showstopper from the stage to....wherever you wear 'em.
Planet Cowboy
2905 12th Ave SNOT your tourist-trap boot shop, these hand-made designer boots are a showstopper from the stage to....wherever you wear 'em.
This upscale women's boutique feels luxe all the way around, from the clothes to the atmosphere to the velvet curtain in the window.
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Hero Boutique
2306 12th Ave SThis upscale women's boutique feels luxe all the way around, from the clothes to the atmosphere to the velvet curtain in the window.
Located next door to Burger Up, this business owned by the owners at Epice, will help you work out in style.
Crue
2905 12th Ave SLocated next door to Burger Up, this business owned by the owners at Epice, will help you work out in style.
This candle/fragrance company smells so wonderful we want to take the whole store home with us.
Ranger Station
This candle/fragrance company smells so wonderful we want to take the whole store home with us.
Drinks & Nightlife
Want to grab a drink? There are lots of options in our neighborhood that are the perfect hang depending on what you're feeling. Check them out below! Cheers!
GREAT FOR: grabbing a beer with a friend, unique brews on tap to bring home
WE RECOMMEND: getting them to recommend anything on tap
TIPS: We’ve left a growler on the kitchen counter...walk it over and fill it up!
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The Filling Station
1118 Halcyon AveGREAT FOR: grabbing a beer with a friend, unique brews on tap to bring home
WE RECOMMEND: getting them to recommend anything on tap
TIPS: We’ve left a growler on the kitchen counter...walk it over and fill it up!
Bottle Cap
2403 12th Avenue SouthTheir tagline is "A Neighborhood Hang" and they bring the drinks, the DJ and the party.
If you're looking for a theme-forward place for a beer, Embers is it, complete with a newly built roof-top patio!
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Embers Ski Lodge
2410 12th Ave SIf you're looking for a theme-forward place for a beer, Embers is it, complete with a newly built roof-top patio!
Things To See & Do
WHAT'S GOING ON: soccer field, walking path, lots of playground equipment for kids, basketball & tennis courts, historic home, etc. Also, the community center has fantastic gym facilities for only $3 per visit (bring cash, see hours below)
TIPS: Depending on when you visit, check out the park for fun events such as Sevier Park Fest in May, Concerts in the Park late summer/early fall and other seasonal happenings. There’s also a Farmer’s Market every Tuesday during the late spring and summer. Community Center hours are: Monday through Thursday; 6:00 am to 8:30 pm, Friday; 6:00 am to 7:30 pm, Saturday; 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Bring cash for classes/gym usage.
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Sevier Park Community Center
WHAT'S GOING ON: soccer field, walking path, lots of playground equipment for kids, basketball & tennis courts, historic home, etc. Also, the community center has fantastic gym facilities for only $3 per visit (bring cash, see hours below)
TIPS: Depending on when you visit, check out the park for fun events such as Sevier Park Fest in May, Concerts in the Park late summer/early fall and other seasonal happenings. There’s also a Farmer’s Market every Tuesday during the late spring and summer. Community Center hours are: Monday through Thursday; 6:00 am to 8:30 pm, Friday; 6:00 am to 7:30 pm, Saturday; 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Bring cash for classes/gym usage.
WHAT'S GOING ON: Painted in 2012, 12South is home to the original “I Believe In Nashville” mural. Unless you snap a photo next to this iconic spot and post it on Instagram, it’ll be hard to prove to your friends you were ever here at all.
TIPS: You’ll need a friend or a kind passer-by to snap your picture...selfie sticks just don’t do the trick of capturing the whole mural.
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I BELIEVE IN NASHVILLE Mural
2702 12th Ave SWHAT'S GOING ON: Painted in 2012, 12South is home to the original “I Believe In Nashville” mural. Unless you snap a photo next to this iconic spot and post it on Instagram, it’ll be hard to prove to your friends you were ever here at all.
TIPS: You’ll need a friend or a kind passer-by to snap your picture...selfie sticks just don’t do the trick of capturing the whole mural.
Groceries & Necessities
We know that sometimes you need things beyond basics when you're on the road. While we keep our properties stocked with lots of amenities, we wanted to make sure you were covered if you wanted to do a full grocery shopping or needed something else.
Great for all your basic grocery needs, including wine. Open 24 hours a day.
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Kroger
4560 Harding PikeGreat for all your basic grocery needs, including wine. Open 24 hours a day.
A great little neighborhood grocery store right down the road, perfect for grabbing the essentials without fighting a crowd. Recently remodeled!
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Osborne's Bi-Rite
3116 Belmont BlvdA great little neighborhood grocery store right down the road, perfect for grabbing the essentials without fighting a crowd. Recently remodeled!
This convenient store is great if you just need to grab a soda, quart of milk or snack bar for the road.
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White Bison Coffee
5202 Centennial BlvdThis convenient store is great if you just need to grab a soda, quart of milk or snack bar for the road.
This national chain location opened adjacent to 12 South on 8th Ave in February of 2021 and we couldn't be happier to have them around!
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Publix Super Market at Melrose
2223 8th Ave SThis national chain location opened adjacent to 12 South on 8th Ave in February of 2021 and we couldn't be happier to have them around!
“12 South Collection Building”
Located right on the corner of Paris Ave & 12 Ave South, literally steps from The Carriage House, this brand-new building boasts 9 shops and 2 new restaurants are set to open soon!
Effortless urban style, with expert craftsmanship - clothing, shoes & apparel for men & women from rag & bone.
rag & bone
Effortless urban style, with expert craftsmanship - clothing, shoes & apparel for men & women from rag & bone.
The Ultimate Lifestyle Brand — Find Your Uniform at Jenni Kayne. We Believe in Design, Quality and Living Well Everyday.
Jenni Kayne - Nashville
The Ultimate Lifestyle Brand — Find Your Uniform at Jenni Kayne. We Believe in Design, Quality and Living Well Everyday.
Step into the world of alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet, where whimsical meets sophisticated. Our contemporary New York-based fashion brand offers a curated collection of women's clothing, including maxi dresses, skirts, jumpsuits and bodysuits, shorts, tops and more! Experience ornate fabrics, vibrant prints, and flattering fits for every occasion.
Alice + Olivia
Step into the world of alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet, where whimsical meets sophisticated. Our contemporary New York-based fashion brand offers a curated collection of women's clothing, including maxi dresses, skirts, jumpsuits and bodysuits, shorts, tops and more! Experience ornate fabrics, vibrant prints, and flattering fits for every occasion.
Mejuri
Jewelry and piercing studio.
Shop La Vie Style House boutique for the latest vintage style women's caftan, fashion kimonos & trendy turban headwear that you'll never want to take off.
La Vie Style House
Shop La Vie Style House boutique for the latest vintage style women's caftan, fashion kimonos & trendy turban headwear that you'll never want to take off.
PAIGE is dedicated to designing the pieces you'll live in. Explore our lifestyle collection of premium denim jeans and apparel for men and women.
PAIGE - Nashville
PAIGE is dedicated to designing the pieces you'll live in. Explore our lifestyle collection of premium denim jeans and apparel for men and women.
Feminine Statement Jewelry — Contemporary, creative and unabashedly feminine. Shop our unapologetically maximal jewelry
Lele Sadoughi
Feminine Statement Jewelry — Contemporary, creative and unabashedly feminine. Shop our unapologetically maximal jewelry