Adele’s 

Serving Southern staples like shrimp-and-grits and chicken-fried-steak biscuits, Adele’s is a go-to weekend brunch spot.  

The Butter Milk Ranch

Find a variety of small-batch baked goods in addition to a full-service dining room. We’re particularly fond of the beignets. 

Dose 

At its locations in East Nashville, West Nashville and Old Hickory, Dose serves up coffee, baked goods and the best breakfast sandwich around. 

Dozen Bakery 

This cafe boasts some of the best baked goods, soup and sandwiches in the city. Keep it simple with a cappuccino and an extra-flaky croissant. 

The Loveless Cafe

Since 1951, this local landmark has been dishing out its famed biscuits, country ham and fried chicken to everyone from struggling songwriters to foreign dignitaries. 

The Pancake Pantry 

The Pancake Pantry is so popular that you’ll see a line winding around the Hillsboro Village building and onto the sidewalk, and for good reason. Now with an additional location downtown. 

Redheaded Stranger

This East Side taco shop isn’t just great for lunch — its egg-and-cheese-filled breakfast tacos will power you through the day.

Suzy Wong’s Drag’n Brunch 

Nashville has plenty of brunch options, but only one qualifies as a true experience. Suzy Wong’s Drag’n Brunch is a two-hour interactive party with three fabulous queens who serve looks along with delicious food. 

SweetMilk

Scene staffers agree: SweetMilk is worth the trip to Donelson. The spacious venue offers an outsized menu of breakfast favorites, including country breakfast, steak and eggs, shrimp-and-grits and more. 

Best of Nashville Winner

Best Breakfast Bagel: Mr. Aaron’s Goods

An insider’s tip from contributor Ashley Spurgeon Shamban: “Give the bacon-egg-and-cheese a go, but a personal favorite is the lox with perfect, thinly sliced tomato, onion and cucumber, as well as capers and a hearty schmear. Get a dozen to go and be the office hero, or stop in for breakfast — and grab some good fresh pasta for dinner.”