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12 South in Nashville - Restaurants and Things to Do

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The 12 South neighborhood highlighted on a map of Nashville

About 12 South

12 South, located on a half-mile stretch of 12th avenue, south of Downtown, is Nashville’s most walkable neighborhood and a great place to spend an afternoon in Music City. Hip and full of boutiques, restaurants and murals, this neighborhood features predominately arts and crafts bungalows and has a style all its own. The beautiful Sevier Park borders the neighborhood to the south with Belmont Blvd. to the immediate west and 8th Ave. to the east. A few standout places in 12 South include Frothy Monkey’s and Five Daughters Bakery’s original locations, two brands that are now featured all over Nashville. Generally, we recommend checking 12 South out during the daytime or for dinner in the evenings. There is little by way of nightlife here but lots by way of shopping and Instagram opportunities.

Eat & Drink

Steak sandwiches on a plate with fries

Seafood Restaurant

Urban Grub
The outside patio at Buttermilk Ranch

Breakfast Restaurant

The Butter Milk Ranch

Things To Do

Imogene + Willie couch, t-shirts and a big window

Clothing Store

Imogene + Willie
Outside Buck Mason Nashville in the fall

Clothing Store

Buck Mason

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White Bison and Twice Daily in 12 South White Bison Coffee
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Inside Buck Mason Buck Mason
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12 South Outdoor Voices store Outdoor Voices
12 South building 12 South architecture
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