Brightside Bake Shop is my absolute latest discovery, and I cannot believe I missed this place for…read moreso long.First off, I am immensely grateful whenever a bakery has super convenient parking right outside. I arrived early around 8:00 a.m. on a Saturday and immediately noticed a steady stream of people pulling up, grabbing bakes, and heading out. The staff was incredibly cheerful and welcoming, especially for a busy Saturday morning and I really appreciate that. The bakery's display case looked stunning, with every pastry and cookies looking more tempting than the last. I spotted a gorgeous mango croissant that caught my eye, though I decided to save that one for a return trip. I really appreciate a bakery that offers a great balance between savory and sweet options. Our order included an Everything Bagel Croissant, a Prosciutto Croissant, an Almond Chocolate Croissant, and a Monkey Bread. The Everything Bagel Croissant was an absolute genius combination. With a dollop of cream cheese right in the center and everything bagel seasoning on top, it brought the absolute best of my two favorite breakfast worlds together. The Prosciutto Croissant apparently tasted good, my husband claimed! On the sweet side, I thought the Almond Chocolate Croissant was decent. The frangipane was tasty, though a bit on the sweeter side, and I wish there was a bit more dark chocolate to balance that sweetness out. The real star of the show for me, however, was the Monkey Bread. It was gooey, pillowy, incredibly generous with the caramel, and loaded with sticky pecans. It felt like total perfection. I am definitely returning soon to try more.

Stopped in on a Sunday morning around 10am and had an unusually easy experience, parking was…read moreavailable right out front and the shop was completely empty when I walked in. They had a solid selection of pastries available, though no cookies that morning (I've had them here before, so I was a little disappointed to miss those). The staff member immediately recommended the cinnamon roll, so I went with that. I took it home and warmed it up before sharing it with my family, and that definitely made a difference, it was excellent warm. I don't think it would've had the same impact eaten cold. Service was quick, in-and-out in just a few minutes. I didn't notice much in terms of seating, so it seems more grab-and-go than a place to linger. Overall, simple visit but a very strong cinnamon roll recommendation.

So good, we went twice! The 1st time, we walked in…read more Then a few days later, we pre-ordered for the drive back to Orlando. The pre-order went very smoothly. Our box of yumminess was waiting when I walked in.

I like bake shops with convenient parking, like Bright Side…read more I appreciate the range of baked goods they had on display for such a small and cozy cafe. The team was warm and welcoming. I ordered the Prosciutto Gruyère Croissant and the Almond Chocolate Croissant. The croissants were flaky and fresh. I liked the Prosciutto Gruyère Croissant, but the Almond Chocolate Croissant was too sweet for me. The almond frangipane tasted strongly of almond extract, almost giving it an artificial taste. Nonetheless, it was a nice, quick experience.

Due to a wrong turn I was trying to turn around again and found myself in the parking lot of Sift…read more Always on the hunt for good croissants I popped in. They didn't have my usual fave almond croissant, but they did have a pistachio (which I'm loving rn) so gave it a whirl. It was a bit too crunchy for my taste and once I had a few bites I realized a lot of the croissants in the case were a bit darker than I'm used to seeing. Hoping it was an off day for the oven. Apart from being too crispy, the flavor was kind of lacking and the drizzle of frosting made it quite messy, but when I did get a hint of the pistachio it was good. The shop was cute and staff was friendly. Will def stop back by and give them another shot as a good friend lives just down the block (now that I know where the correct turn is).

This spot (near the Nashville Farmers Market) could not be cuter!!! Stopped in on a late Saturday…read moremorning and there was ample seating and no line. The pastries are large and decadent. And their coffeehouse drinks are flavorful and satisfying. Would 10/10 recommend!

Thanks so much to Deb! I tried to contact her via email and got a bounce back so decided to call…read moreher. She did a rush order and got us cookies the day before Thanksgiving. The pumpkin cookies are very good. They are soft and have a nice icing on them. Great customer service and she's extremely friendly.

No joke, these are the best cookies I've ever had. The buckeyes are also equally amazing, and…read moreeverything tastes so incredibly fresh. Chocolate cream balls are also delectable. Such a great gift for holidays and birthdays, or just to satisfy a sweet tooth. You will NOT be disappointed.

On my way to the dentist I spotted this place and after a recent trip to Europe was craving a…read moredecent croissant. I made a mental note and prayed I remebered it after having my mouth violated by gloved hands and metal instraments. While I was leaving the dentist office I almost went to a fast food joint but then actually remembered Little Gourmand! So glad I did!! It was so great getting a great almond croissant plus I added the seasonal spring matcha for a pick me up as I headed to a spreadsheet filled day at work. I made a mess of my desk eating the croissant but didn't care because it was delish!

Popped into little gourmand to grab my friend a birthday goodie. Came out like a bandit with a…read morepastry and fruit tart! They were so sweet and wrapped it with a little bow for her. The shop was more of a small cafe vibes to-go but the smells were immaculate. The staff were all so friendly!

If you are looking for a fabulous spot to enjoy a nice coffee and some very authentic French…read morePastries, you don't want to miss dropping into this shop. The food is right out of a sidewalk Parisian cafe. The staff are pleasant and efficient as well as knowledgeable about the many wonderful imported items they sell. Don't miss out folks!!

I love this little French market/cafe hidden in Nashville. It gives you full on French…read moreexperience. Their coffee and pasties are really tasty. You get to enjoy little cute seatings inside and outside. Great selection of items in the market section. I think it's family owned and they were so friendly. If you need that French vibe in the middle of Nashville, try this one!

Food Soooo many choices that it was difficult to pick one…read more I like that they had regular sized cupcakes along with mini ones. Tried the peanut butter chocolate in a mini size and it was the perfect late afternoon snack. Service Employee let us take our time to look over the many different cupcakes options. She was a joy to speak to, also. Ambiance Place appeared closed when we walked in but the employee ensured us they were open lol. I advise you to get there early because it was slim pickings in the aftermath. Would I go back? Absolutely!

As a long-time Brentwood resident, I've wanted to try IveyCake ever since they relocated from…read moreFranklin in 2017! As luck would have it, we celebrated my mother-in-law's 80th birthday with a towering custom cake from IveyCake. And let me tell you. Owner Ivey Childers makes a mean cake! They are literally works of art made by a creative decorator who demands perfection and uses the finest ingredients. The cake is very dense, what our family considers to be the ultimate texture for a cake. The frosting is super thick and very sweet. You can't eat too much at one time, which is probably a good thing. We had hoped for some sort of confirmation email to let us know the cake was finished. So we showed up on faith alone hoping the cake was ready for our celebration, and there it was! Whew! And not only will IveyCake create your beautiful custom cake, but they even sell cupcakes and small cakes on a daily basis in their adorable little shop. Go check them out!

What a cute shop! We went on a Saturday so we could do their chocolate tour. The guy who held the…read moretour (so sorry I forgot his name!) was very knowledgeable and knew his stuff! He obviously has been in the business a while. He made the tour easy to understand and walked us through the entire process. It's really awesome they make everything from scratch and using so few ingredients. You can really taste the quality of their chocolate. Sadly, they didn't have the grinding machines with the chocolate in them because they were out of the beans! They were having shipping issues with their stock. But we were able to taste a bit of everything they sold which was really cool. We picked up their dark and milk chocolate bar at the end of the tour. Highly recommend for a bit of fun!

I've been on a bit of a chocolate binge lately and decided to stop by Olive and Sinclair Chocolate…read morewhile we were in town. Per some sources, they are the first bean to bar chocolate maker in Tennessee, and they even offer weekly factory tours, although I wasn't able to make it in time for one. Olive and Sinclair has a relatively small retail area. They have all of their products on display and more importantly, have tons of samples! I ended up trying basically everything. The chocolatier doesn't advertise where they source their cocoa from but I asked an employee and she said they switch it up all the time. Apparently the current batch is from Peru, which gives the chocolate a pretty neutral taste at the start but then transitions to a kind of sharper dried fruit taste. They also sell several types of caramels. The Ghost Pepper Caramel starts with the caramel sweetness. It's only a second or two later that some heats starts to show up. I'm not sure how much ghost pepper they actually use; the heat is a bit more than just a warmth, but isn't nearly to the point of being painful. The heat lingers for quite a while, enough that I had to wait a good five minutes before trying another caramel! Interestingly I think this one has the "cleanest" caramel taste, at least at the start before the pepper kicks in! The Duck Fat Caramel has similar sweet undertones but adds on a really savory and almost meaty element on top. The Sea Salt & Vinegar Caramel has a light vinegar scent. It starts with sweetness and a light tang, but then the vinegar gets stronger. It never gets to the point of tasting like a vinaigrette, but is quite noticeable. To be honest, I'm not a fan of any of the caramels. They are certainly unique and nice to try though! I ended up picking some of their more intriguing products - the Bourbon Nib Brittle and the Smoked Nib Brittle - for gifts. From what I tried in store, they're both exactly as the names imply: super bourbon forward sweet candy, and a surprisingly intense smoky sweet. Yum! Olive and Sinclair Chocolate is definitely a place to pick up some unique local gifts! I wish I had made it in time for one of their tours.