The best cafes in Franklin

17 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

782 Old Hickory Blvd #121 (Brentwood)

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

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Airy, laid-back with salvaged-wood walls serving espresso drinks, with proceeds donated to charity.

690 Old Hickory Blvd #104 (Brentwood)

Airy, laid-back with salvaged-wood walls serving espresso drinks, with proceeds donated to charity.

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Local chain serving coffee, tea & shakes, plus pastries & light eats, in a stylish, relaxed space.

6900 Lenox Village Dr Suite 8 (Nashville)

Local chain serving coffee, tea & shakes, plus pastries & light eats, in a stylish, relaxed space.

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Coffee shop offering breakfast and lunch in a family-friendly space.

5833 Nolensville Pk (Nashville)

Coffee shop offering breakfast and lunch in a family-friendly space.

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Relaxed coffeehouse serving locally roasted coffee and espresso drinks, plus baked goods, and breakfast burritos.

330 Franklin Rd (Brentwood)

Relaxed coffeehouse serving locally roasted coffee and espresso drinks, plus baked goods, and breakfast burritos.

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Snug cafe with an outdoor patio serving sweet & savory crêpes, specialty coffees, omelets & wine.

117 Franklin Rd (Brentwood)

Snug cafe with an outdoor patio serving sweet & savory crêpes, specialty coffees, omelets & wine.

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Fun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.

5451 Nolensville Pk (Nashville)

Fun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.

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Casual spot for coffee and pastries with a relaxed atmosphere, plus organic options.

4001 Parkfield Loop N #40 (Spring Hill)

Casual spot for coffee and pastries with a relaxed atmosphere, plus organic options.

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Trendy coffee shop set on a historic property serving drinks and baked goods.

4683 Columbia Pike (Thompson's Station)

Trendy coffee shop set on a historic property serving drinks and baked goods.

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Coffee and chai latte shop serving breakfast burritos and other eats in a cozy atmosphere.

5321 Main St (Spring Hill)

Coffee and chai latte shop serving breakfast burritos and other eats in a cozy atmosphere.

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Coffee shop offering ethically sourced beans, plus tea, juices, and snacks in a relaxed setting.

230 Franklin Rd #11a

Coffee shop offering ethically sourced beans, plus tea, juices, and snacks in a relaxed setting.

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Specialty coffee drinks and light bites served in a relaxed coffeehouse attached to a gas station.

5060 Carothers Pkwy Pkwy

Specialty coffee drinks and light bites served in a relaxed coffeehouse attached to a gas station.

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Chill coffeehouse, a second of two in the area, offering crafted drinks and pastries, and free Wi-Fi.

1143 Columbia Ave A 10

Chill coffeehouse, a second of two in the area, offering crafted drinks and pastries, and free Wi-Fi.

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Relaxed hangout for coffee drinks and pastries plus seating for remote workers.

7028 Nolensville Rd suite 103 (Nolensville)

Relaxed hangout for coffee drinks and pastries plus seating for remote workers.

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Casual eatery for breakfast, brunch, lunch, comfort-food classics, waffles, salads and lattes.

7216 Nolensville Rd Ste 110 (Nolensville)

Casual eatery for breakfast, brunch, lunch, comfort-food classics, waffles, salads and lattes.

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Casual coffee shop serving breakfast, lunch, and freshly roasted coffee.

305 Sheldon Valley Dr Ste 101 (Nolensville)

Casual coffee shop serving breakfast, lunch, and freshly roasted coffee.

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Just Love Coffee Cafe - Spring Hill pairs hand-crafted coffee with waffle-ironed goodness, from breakfast burritos to sweet stacks. Run by…

4816 Main St (Spring Hill)

Just Love Coffee Cafe - Spring Hill pairs hand-crafted coffee with waffle-ironed goodness, from breakfast burritos to sweet stacks. Run by locals Frank and Cathy with a coffee shop with a purpose mindset, it’s the easy move for a quick morning perk or a no-fuss catch-up.

From the Spring Hill newsletter, August 10, 2026

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