The 12 South original has the best patio on the strip — a long, shaded sidewalk situation that's basically the neighborhood's living room. The coffee is consistently good, the food menu goes well beyond pastries into legitimate breakfast and lunch territory, and the vibe is relaxed in a way that only a place that's been here since before 12 South was cool can pull off.
Insider tip
Morning latte on the patio, watching 12 South wake up. The breakfast sandwich with pimento cheese is a Nashville original.
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