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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.

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  • St. Mary's Bookstore and Church SupplySt. Mary's Bookstore and Church SupplyBookstore
  • FidoFidoCoffee Shop
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By TripSapien · Updated October 13, 2026

Top things to do in Midtown

  • Every Direction Vintage in Midtown, Nashville

    Every Direction Vintage

    ★ 4.9 · 295
    Flea Market
    Mon–Fri
    11 AM – 6:30 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 6:30 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 5 PM
  • St. Mary's Bookstore and Church Supply in Midtown, Nashville

    St. Mary's Bookstore and Church Supply

    ★ 4.9 · 283
    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 · 2.8k
    Mediterranean· $10-20

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

    Every day
    10:30 AM – 10 PM
  • Roasted @ Flavors 90 Bar in Midtown, Nashville

    Roasted @ Flavors 90 Bar

    ★ 4.8 · 1.5k
    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 – 8:30 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 8:30 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 2 PM
  • Gathre in Midtown, Nashville

    Gathre

    ★ 4.7 · 727
    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 · 839
    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
  • Blue Hound Brew Coffee Company in Midtown, Nashville

    Blue Hound Brew Coffee Company

    ★ 4.8 · 204
    Coffee Shop· $1–10
    Every day
    5:30 AM – 7 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. 5Roasted @ Flavors 90 Bar
  6. 6Midtown Cafe
  7. 7Gathre
  8. 8Preservation Station
  9. 9Live Oak
  10. 10Blue Hound Brew Coffee Company

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