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Midtown in Nashville

Things to Do in Midtown, Nashville

Nashville's dense nightlife-and-university belt west of downtown, running from Music Row toward Vanderbilt and Centennial Park.

Nashville's dense nightlife-and-university belt west of downtown, running from Music Row toward Vanderbilt and Centennial Park.

  • Every Direction VintageEvery Direction VintageFlea Market
  • St. Mary's Bookstore and Church SupplySt. Mary's Bookstore and Church SupplyBookstore
  • FidoFidoCoffee Shop
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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Midtown

  • Every Direction Vintage in Midtown, Nashville

    Every Direction Vintage

    4.9 · 292
    Flea Market
  • St. Mary's Bookstore and Church Supply in Midtown, Nashville

    St. Mary's Bookstore and Church Supply

    4.9 · 276
    Bookstore

    A bookstore in Nashville offering a large selection of books, candles, jewelry, religious items, gifts, cards, statues, prints, and churchware.

    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Preservation Station in Midtown, Nashville

    Preservation Station

    4.7 · 109
    Antique Market

    A source for antique lighting and hardware, reclaimed doors, and salvaged building materials, known for its curated collection of architectural salvage.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in Midtown

  • Fido in Midtown, Nashville

    Fido

    4.4 · 2.2k
    Coffee Shop· $10–20

    This converted pet shop features gourmet espresso drinks, elevated food & a funky coffeehouse vibe.

    Every day
    7 AM – 4 PM
  • CAVA in Midtown, Nashville

    CAVA

    4.8 · 2.7k
    Mediterranean· $10-20

    Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.

    Every day
    10:30 AM – 10 PM
  • Blue Hound Brew Coffee Company in Midtown, Nashville

    Blue Hound Brew Coffee Company

    4.9 · 181
    Coffee Shop· $1–10
    Every day
    5:30 AM – 7 PM
  • Roasted @ Flavors 90 Bar in Midtown, Nashville

    Roasted @ Flavors 90 Bar

    4.8 · 1.4k
    Restaurant· $20–40
    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Thu
    10 AM – 10 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    10 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    10 AM – 8 PM
  • Midtown Cafe in Midtown, Nashville

    Midtown Cafe

    4.7 · 1.9k
    American· $20–30

    Long-running restaurant serving creative American cuisine in an intimate, art-lined setting.

    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 2 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 2 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 2 PM
  • Gathre in Midtown, Nashville

    Gathre

    4.6 · 716
    Restaurant· $10–60

    A modern restaurant in Nashville, Tennessee, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner with a focus on quality ingredients and atmosphere.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 1 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
    Sun
    7 AM – 2 PM
  • Live Oak in Midtown, Nashville

    Live Oak

    4.5 · 830
    Bar· $20–30
    Mon–Tue
    4 PM – 12 AM
    Wed–Thu
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Fri
    11 AM – 1 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 1 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 12 AM
  • Kahawa in Midtown, Nashville

    Kahawa

    4.8 · 190
    Coffee Shop· $10–20
    Mon–Tue
    7 AM – 7 PM
    Wed–Fri
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 8 PM
  • The Row Kitchen & Pub in Midtown, Nashville

    The Row Kitchen & Pub

    4.4 · 4.5k
    American· $20–30

    Signature burgers, seafood & 20+ Southern draft beers served in a rustic-chic space with live music.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    7 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    7 AM – 11 PM

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Map of Midtown with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Every Direction Vintage
  2. 2St. Mary's Bookstore and Church Supply
  3. 3Fido
  4. 4CAVA
  5. 5Blue Hound Brew Coffee Company
  6. 6Roasted @ Flavors 90 Bar
  7. 7Midtown Cafe
  8. 8Gathre
  9. 9Preservation Station
  10. 10Live Oak

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