Downtown Nashville's Arcade is a strange and wondrous place. Over the past few years, the covered plaza has turned into a bustling hub for both lunching workers and art lovers (the monthly Art at the Arcade events showcase the second-floor galleries). But two stalwarts remain among the best reasons to visit: Manny's House of Pizza (best East Coast-style 'za in town) and The Peanut Shop.
Yesterday, after an impromptu lunch with some Scene folks at Koto at Fourth and Union, we ducked into the best smelling little storefront in town. The Peanut Shop sell roasted nuts of all varieties (salted and unsalted), alongside chocolate-covered goodies and various candied delights (the butter-toffeed cashews and praline pecans are extra-special). Best of all, the place feels out of time, a throwback to the childhood candy shop. If you're ever looking for a sweet treat or a savory, high-protein snack, I highly reccommend it.
