The best cafes in Franklin
24 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Panera Bread
CafesCounter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.
Panera Bread
CafesThe Well Coffeehouse
CafesThe Well Coffeehouse in Brentwood pours seriously well-roasted coffee and channels its profits into clean water projects worldwide, so your…
The Well Coffeehouse
CafesLocal chain serving coffee, tea & shakes, plus pastries & light eats, in a stylish, relaxed space.
Red Bicycle Coffee Co. keeps mornings civilized with specialty coffee, legit breakfast and brunch, and room to meet or just zone out. With…
Crema Coffee Roasters roasts in Nashville and pours the good stuff in Brentwood, with seasonal coffees, dialed-in espresso, and a…
Skip the sad desk breakfast, The Perch - Brentwood is pouring specialty coffees and turning out sweet or savory crepes plus crisp Belgian…
Silver Fox Coffee Lounge has the elevated coffee thing down, with ethically sourced beans, meticulous pours, and house-made sourdough and…
If you want a coffee and quick bite that doesn’t wreck your afternoon, E+ROSE Wellness Cafe - Brentwood keeps it clean with…
Dutch Bros Coffee
CafesFun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.
Dutch Bros Coffee
CafesWhite Shepherd Coffee - Spring Hill keeps things easygoing with smooth organic blends, tasty pastries, and a chill, community-first vibe.…
Jurassic Perk
CafesJurassic Perk, the cafe inside Maddy's Playhouse in Spring Hill, is now open to the public for takeout, pouring lattes (try The Honey Bee),…
Jurassic Perk
Cafes1819 Coffee
Cafes1819 Coffee mixes well-crafted drinks with a real mission, creating a hangout where community comes first. Think signature Blackberry…
1819 Coffee
CafesThe Fainting Goat Coffee - Spring Hill keeps mornings moving with creative lattes using house-made syrups and a cozy, slightly quirky vibe.…
FUTUREBEAN
CafesFuturebean is now brewing in Franklin with patent-powered methods that deliver rich, artisan coffee in about half the time. Grab a Milky…
FUTUREBEAN
CafesWhether you're ducking out between errands or catching up with neighbors, Honest Coffee Roasters The Factory at Franklin keeps things…
Southerner's Coffee
CafesSoutherners Coffee is the local move when you want quality coffee without a time-suck. The fall menu just dropped, their app lets you order…
Southerner's Coffee
CafesThe Well Coffeehouse
CafesThe Well Coffeehouse roasts its own beans and serves thoughtful blends and seasonal coffees, but the real hook is their mission to turn…
The Well Coffeehouse
CafesWhite Bison Coffee
CafesFor a morning pick-me-up that doesn't feel fussy, White Bison Coffee pours beans sourced directly from small growers and family farms into…
White Bison Coffee
CafesWhether you're sneaking in a quiet morning or a mid-afternoon reset, The Fainting Goat Coffee- Franklin nails the locals-only sweet spot…
Monamie Coffee
CafesRelaxed hangout for coffee drinks and pastries plus seating for remote workers.
Monamie Coffee
CafesCraving a legit breakfast or mid-day pick-me-up close to home, Smyrna? Just Love Coffee Cafe - Nolensville, TN pairs hand-crafted coffee…
Mama's Java Cafe
CafesMama's Java Cafe keeps Smyrna mornings humming with freshly roasted coffee, easygoing breakfast and lunch, and the glorious gift of…
Mama's Java Cafe
CafesCrossroads Cat Café
CafesHit Crossroads Cat Café this week for specialty coffee, ice cream, and snacks with front row views of adoptable cats through a big window,…
Crossroads Cat Café
CafesJust Love Coffee Cafe - Spring Hill pairs hand-crafted coffee with waffle-ironed goodness, from breakfast burritos to sweet stacks. Run by…
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