I have been to Dozen Bakery a dozen times by now, even before it relocated. This bakery has an excellent selection of baked goods and pastries that sell like hotcakes. I love the newer location, as the space is larger and there is ample parking. The bakery can get very busy, so I always plan to come early. I usually drop in to quickly pick up their sourdough bread, which I love for how fresh and high-quality it is! I have tried their regular sourdough loaf, which is really good, but my current favorite is their olive & herb sourdough. I usually overlook their pastry section, but the last time I visited, I tried the coffee crumble cake. It was incredibly soft, buttery, and rich. I devoured it in no time. read more

Dozen Bakery - Coffee crumble cake - Bakeries Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

We paid a visit to this coffee house one afternoon, in hopes of a restorative cup following luncheon. Having formerly sampled their baked goods and baguette, we approached with some expectation, for those had proved most agreeable. Upon our arrival, Darcy and I were informed that the supply of pastries was nearly exhausted: a circumstance I bore with easy composure, as we intended only for coffee. Yet thereafter, I regret to say, the experience fell somewhat short. My cappuccino was deficient in froth and served with less warmth than one might wish, rendering it rather uninspiring. The interior, though neat, is so spare and restrained in its decoration as to verge upon the austere, and lacks that ease and comfort which invite one to linger. It is not, I think, among the more hospitable establishments we have encountered in Nashville. Though I would not hesitate to return for their baked offerings, I cannot suppose it would become a favored place for repose or refreshment. read more

Dozen is a solid choice for a curated coffee or pastry. Their bread sold by the loaf or baguette is arguably the best in the city and the sourdough is second only to what you can find in San Francisco. The cafe itself is charming and spacious, but almost always still somehow packed full of patrons. They sell some brunch and lunch items as well as a daily rotation of sweet and savory pastries. They also sell cute merch - there truly is something for everyone here. read more

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Went Mother's Day and it was packed! We got several pastries- the chocolate croissant and blueberry muffin were great! The sugar bun had a spice that I couldn't pinpoint, but wasn't a fan of, but the #1 pastry of the day for us was definitely the guava passionfruit danish. It was amazing!!! A must try! We will definitely come here again and know to get there early! read more

I was in Nashville for a wedding and my Uber driver told me I had to stop by Dozen Bakery! I was leaving to drive back to Ohio but wanted a small breakfast that would tide me over for the journey and also wanted to support a local business. I love bakeries and baked goods and Dozen Bakery was easy to get to and had parking, so the decision was an easy one about stopping in. I'm so glad I got the reccomendation! I love sweet stuff for breakfast and 99.99% of the time, I need breakfast food to start my day, even if I have an early lunch planned. My first meal has to have a breakfast item. However, while I did grab some pastries to enjoy and bring home to my family, the Salami Sandwich caught my eye and I knew it would be delicious. I was blown away about the quality and taste and that it got me to crave a lunch sandwich for breakfast! I brought home a cherry orange galette and poppyseed rugelach for my family and they were incredible! The flavors were unique. The service was quick. I had to wait in line maybe 10 minutes at most. My food and order was quickly given to me. I liked the vibe of Dozen Bakery. It was very spacious. Dozen Bakery is definitely at the top of my list for my next trip to Nashville! read more

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I was so excited to find this bakery on Sunday! After doing some research, I ended up here and I must say, it did not disappoint. The atmosphere is really chill, especially with the option to sit outside. They were quite busy when I arrived, which is always a good sign. Everything from the bakery to the bread itself feels incredibly fresh. They also have a great selection of breakfast options. I tried the coffee cake, blueberry muffin, chocolate chip cookie, banana pudding pie, and the chocolate croissant. Each one was absolutely delicious, with just the right amount of sweetness. I also picked up a French baguette, which had a nice crisp crust and a dense interior. While I can't compare it to a traditional French baguette, I can definitely appreciate the freshness and quality of the bread here. Overall, this place is a solid choice for anyone looking for fresh, high-quality baked goods and a pleasant atmosphere. read more

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This updated and fairly new location for Dozen Bakery is such a welcome sight when in the area! Situated in a small complex/shared building alongside Cyanide Cider, this Dozen Bakery is bright, welcoming, charming, cute...legit all the things! And even has a large patio in addition to a sprawling dining room! Oh, and they have counter seating with windows into the kitchen, so you get a front row seat to all the goods being made! I have popped by Dozen a handful of times and each visit is equally as great. The staff, including the owners, are always friendly, welcoming and helpful. While I usually stop by for a cold brew and baked good, they have a fairly expansive menu of all things breakfast and lunch, and even dessert. My go-to is always a cold brew with a few of their house made syrups alongside anything focaccia based...as the bread is sooooo good! Overall, Dozen Bakery is a great spot with true neighborhood coffee shop/bakery vibes. So happy to see their expansion and can't wait to see what the future holds for them - I'm here for it! read more

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Everything except for having to stand in line (but that's everywhere now) is to love. The food is EXCELLENT!! The scrambled eggs were magical. I complimented the chef on scrambled eggs-- wow! But so very good, I think the best I have ever had. The servers are kind and friendly and accommodating. This was my third visit after a friend introduced me. I used to be local but moved. So this has become an out of towner's favorite brunch spot. My only complaint is I don't love their coffee -- I'm a full bodied, smooth, dark kinda girl. But hey! Not everyone is like me. I'd just like the option. Cheer! read more

Dropped in before I flew out of Nashville at the suggestion of my brother and sister in law. ... LOVED IT! got the perri perri sandwich a chocolate chip cookie, a chocolate Madeleine and tried my sister in law's chicken salad sandwich.... OMG! The sandwiches were perfect.. right amount of heat (where applicable) , flavors perfectly balanced .. not overly sauce and not dry. This place is awesome! read more

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Awesome bakery & sandwich shop! The interior is cute and comfortable! Lots of great menu items! read more

Dozen Bakery - Chicken Salad Sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Dozen Bakery lived up to the rave reviews for me! Great food, great sweets, great drinks, friendly employees, and a little play area on the patio. My weekend lunch experience was excellent. Parking was a bit tough, but some patience and circling paid off. There are spots in front and along the patio side. It's just a very popular spot so it fills quickly. It was a Saturday morning so a line to order was to be expected. The employees were doing their best to move through the line. There was a bit of a wait for food and drink, but I expected that when I saw how busy they were. It really wasn't a big deal because they have a little playhouse on the patio for kids! It's in a corner of the patio, far from the parking lot. I absolutely love that they have this for kids. The weekend brunch menu made it hard to choose just one item. It is unique and better than a typical brunch menu. The pricing was very reasonable for food and pastries. My Iced Orange Cuban was very good. They use Crema coffee which is always delicious. I liked the chocolate shavings on top to enhance the flavor. My daughter enjoyed her Chocolate Milk. We went with the option to have them add mocha to milk, but they have milk boxes too. The Cucumber Gazpacho was so wonderfully refreshing on a hot day. The flavors in this worked so well. The Summer Squash Sandwich had an interesting variety of ingredients that were flavorful. It had creamy burrata, grilled zucchini and squash, Calabrian chili vinaigrette, fried almonds, tomato almond pesto, and basil. I dream of enjoying this again! The focaccia was a good choice for this sandwich. A side of bacon wasn't very flavorful. We'd pass on that next time. The pastries and baked goods we had were excellent. The Chocolate Croissant was perfectly buttery and flaky. The Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookie was one of the best cookies I've ever had. The flavor was excellent. The Peanut Butter Cookie was also great. The Blueberry Muffin was good enough for my kids to fight over it. Dozen Bakery is one I will definitely visit again! read more

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Came on a Saturday at 12:20 PM and there was a long line, but we had our sandwich and other goodies by 12:50. They were sold out of the famed focaccia egg sandwich (and the peach pie, key lime pie, special croissant etc) so will have to come early next time! I tried: + Iced coffee + Chicken salad sandwich + Lavender lemon pie + Chocolate chip pecan cookie + Rhubarb ginger bar + Corn and blueberry Madeline + oatmeal cranberry walnut cookie + Peanut butter cookie The sandwich was my absolute favorite thing - sooo good. Pie, chocolate chip pecan cookie and oatmeal cranberry cookie were also perfect. Rhubarb ginger bar was another standout. Prices are also really good - cookies are $2.50 and pie is $5!! read more

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Dozen Bakery has always been a favorite, but their new expanded space takes it to the next level. The interior is light-filled and welcoming, and the huge patio is perfect for sunny mornings, catching up with friends, or getting some work done with a coffee in hand. The coffee is solid and consistent, and while the sweet pastries don't always stand out for me, the savory options are excellent. My usual hits: the ham & cheese croissant, savory scones, and the salami sandwich on baguette -- all thoughtfully made and full of flavor. Free parking, lots of indoor/outdoor seating, fast/friendly service! Definitely a spot I continue to go back to. read more

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OK so the baked goods usually top notch from what I remember (even just a simple croissant or baguette), but I haven't been able to enjoy in a few years because now I have food sensitivities and cannot eat most of the menu. I do wish they'd have a a gluten free, nut free, dairy free option! It's doable.. I bake this way all the time. I usually come here for the matcha, it's very flavorful and delicate. I love that the new space has SO much more seating and a large patio. They had a kid play area for a bit that was fabulous. I do hope that makes a return as an employee said it might. Suggestion: the outdoor area really could use jazzing up. It's quite plain and as of now you're just sitting in a parking lot with no shade. Some more potted plants, umbrellas for tables, and a mural would do wonders. The hours are all over the place in this post-COVID Nashville coffee world. I don't get why so many shops have done this, and Dozen has adjusted their hours many times like others in the area. I thought their afternoon/early evening cocktail time was great. Not as much fun to hit up a coffee shop anymore. Le sigh. read more

Dozen Bakery - Pretty bare patio... really needs some umbrellas. The sun in warmer months is unbearable. - Bakeries Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Oh my goodness, saying I love this place would be an understatement. Their split baguettes are so simple but so delicious, and pairing them with jam is divine. The lemon lavender pie is my absolute favorite. I am so glad they recently opened in South Nashville. They bring so much to the community, not just through their food but also through the way they show up for people. The space is beautiful, and even when it gets busy, there are plenty of seating options both inside and outside. I really appreciate how involved they are in supporting the community and how open they are about their values. The staff is always warm and welcoming, and I love how well they explain the menu and offer helpful suggestions. read more

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The croissants are exquisite, very close to a French experience as far as the flakiness and tenderness of the croissants. There's a long line but it goes quick and worth it! If you're eating there and taking some home do it in one go. It's busy, but in an industrial area so there's plenty of free parking. Coffee drinks are excellent. Order in the counter - and they bring you your order. There's outdoor area and a huge, airy indoor space. Service was courteous and efficient. And rightfully so- they have a great establishment! read more

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Dozen is the best savory bakery in town. Their breads and pastries are fabulous, especially if you do not want anything too sweet. They serve Crema Coffee and their new location has lots of indoor seating. My favorite pastries are their Galettes (they typically have sweet and savory options) and their Ham and Cheese Croissant. Delicious! Their Lemon Lavender pie, though pricey, is one of the best pies you can buy in Nashville. read more

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This is my second time visiting the new location on Grandview. Love: sea salt + olive oil foccacia (pre-ordered a pan); strawberry & cream pie (most delicious crust on this); spacious dining room & outdoor patio; Kind, thoughtful service; free parking Like: egg breakfast sandwich (I added bacon) read more

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I had a great experience! I tried the chocolate croissant and the coffee toffee and the cherry bourbon pie. The croissant was fantastic! I also really enjoyed the coffee toffee pie, but the cherry pie was a little too strong on the bourbon taste. I also was able to get some sourdough starter for free! read more

so I understand the hype! I've heard about doesn't bakery for about one year now and finally went to their new bigger location. I went for desserts and grabbed a pack of cookies and ate it there with a few friends. Looking across the many tables I saw amazing dishes that I need to go back for! Service was quick and very nice. read more

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Love this sweet bakery! Service was top notch, and the food was very fresh. My goodness those tomatoes. The small gift area is nice as well. I wish I lived really close to this place. read more

Dozen Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I am so happy that Dozen Bakery has relocated to this new location! There is so much more space inside and outside - and there's more options for parking! The food is as incredible as it always is. I highly recommend the eggs on a French baguette or one of the other pastries that are made fresh every day! The coffee is good, but definitely more on the bitter side, but those who prefer it that way will love it! It's very crowded during the weekends but manageable during the week days. I picked up a loaf of bread on a Thursday morning and was in and out within 5 minutes! Don't miss this Nashville staple! read more

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BAKERS DOZEN ANYONE? One of our favorite meals of the trip was also our last meal in Nasheville for a simple brunch/lunch at Dozen Bakery. There was quite a line but we scored a seat outside after ordering at the register. The chocolate croissant was a basic but super tasty choice - perfect flakey and good ratio of chocolate to croissant. We also tried the small split baguette with avocado & eggs (which was also basic) but that baguette made me SO MAD because it's hard to find a GOOD baguette in Atlanta... so our only complaint is that we can't get a baguette like this at home. We also got a salad & half sandwich combo - for the salami sandwich. The combination of mustard shallot butter and salami on that baguette... *chef's kiss*. We ended the meal with a snickerdoodle cookie and it was the perfect way to end our Nashville trip. We will definitely be back the next time we're in town! read more

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Always the OG for baked goods! I first came for the sourdough loaf and stayed for the goodies! Loved how many pantry goods they had and their unique flavors of bread! I'm not huge on sweets so I mainly purchase loaves. My favorite being their umami sourdough. They took it off the menu and brought it back for a holiday recently and it was different from before but still delicious! Must have the salami sandwich! Everyone is always so friendly! They upgraded the space and it's still packed! It's a great space to catch up with friends or hang with family. read more

Update your ℹ: Not a gluten free bakery! All baked goods are gluten! Is Spacious and clean! read more

What can I say about Dozen Bakery?!! They have been taking all my money recently because their coffee and breakfast is so deliciously addicting. I recently moved to Tennessee and was looking for a nice bakery that sells bread. I found this place and decided to try their coffee and salami baguette sandwich as well as their breakfast. When I say I have been here almost every weekend that is no lie. This has become my Saturday morning ritual and each time I come the staff out performs every-time from the kindness when ordering, to the food prep and serving. Literally my go to spot that I can't wait to bring all my friends who visit to! read more

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Picked up an assorted box of pastries for a work outing and everyone raved about them! Their space is large and seems like a decent spot to work or study. The ability to call ahead and have them set aside pastries made for a great pick up experience! Highly recommend read more

When we missed our turn and made our way back to the tucked-in bakery that is Dozen we saw a zillion cars! Literally. Ok-probably more like a Dozen, maybe even 2. Though parking was full in front, the neighboring Cyanide Cider had posted signs saying "No Dozen Parking after 11:00" Nothing says 'busy place' like competition for parking. Just ask Hank's in Franklin. Ok, so the bright, white, clean and spacious space may have been a part supply store in a former life but it's been pleasantly transformed into a delightful spot. We easily were the oldest there (Gen-whatever reigns there), and that's ok. They let us stay. Now for the menu. Fresh choices-lots of different croissants. I had a chocolate and the flavor was good but our recent trip to Italy has pretty much ruined me for croissants here in the states. I still ate it. All of it! I ordered the daily tartine (Bell Pepper) that blew me away. The foundation (their bread of course) was fabulous and topped with every colorful, tasty, crunchy yumminess on a base of hummus. Spicy and good. With fried peanuts for more crunch. Not my typical 30 grams of protein breakfast, but I'll get back on that tomorrow! Hubs had an egg sandwich he liked (except for the pesto, which I would have loved). I had a seasonal latte with pistachio and other flavors. It was yummy. Hubs proclaimed his dry cap solid. Not his favorite ever, but good. It's a drive for us so we may not be regulars but it would be worth the drive if we tried. It's a bit off the beaten path of Nolensville Road but based on all the ear-bud wearing, laptop tapping crowd, it's been found. (And these Boomers found it so how hard could it be?) read more

Dozen Bakery - Bell Pepper Tartine - Bakeries Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Delish! The kouign-amann was a standout--rich, buttery, with that perfect sugar-crusted snap you want. The apple galette was lovely too, flaky and tart-sweet just right. Definitely worth the stop... read more

I have been here several times over the last few weeks, and I will continue to come back as often as I can because this food is truly incredible! The first time I came, I had the egg in a hole. The bread was so perfectly roster and the egg cooked just right. It was sprinkled with some salt and had lots of garlic on it that made for the perfect combination. The accompanying potatoes were delicious too. I have also add the egg sandwich which was fresh and tasty, but I found it very small portion size wise. My favorite so far though is the focaccia egg sandwich. The focaccia has black sesame seed and is drizzled with honey to give it just the right amount of sweetness that just makes your tastebuds go wow when paired with the fluffy egg and arugula. Truly such an incredible dish. This place is always pretty busy but the staff is always patient and nice and line moves quickly. I love when it's sunny and I can enjoy this incredible food on their patio. I will definitely be back for more soon! read more

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Amazing bakery and breakfast spot! Didn't take pictures of everything but highly recommend the focaccia egg sandwich or getting the split baguette with a side of everything and making your own spread! Everything tasted super fresh and felt very clean inside. Lots of indoor and outside seating options. Latte was good, didn't try any syrups but wish I tried their house made rosemary syrup. Highly recommend! read more

Dozen Bakery - Combo of salad and chicken salad sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Ordered both cranberry pumpkin bread and pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving. We didn't preorder but were lucky enough to get both by walking in first thing in the morning when they opened. The cranberry pumpkin bread was a little too tart for me, but everyone else enjoyed it. The real star was the pumpkin pie. We got a whole pie, but this was all that was left! The picture doesn't do this pie justice. It's a great pie, very smooth and has a great pumpkin flavor to it. read more

Dozen Bakery - Pumpkin cranberry bread - Bakeries Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Wow! A friend introduced me to Dozen for a midweek lunch, and I am still thinking about it two weeks later! We arrived around noon on a Thursday and only had to wait in line a few minutes. You can tell that this spot gets busy quickly -- and we did have to quickly snag an open table. My friend (who had been here before) said the Ham & Cheese Croissant is her absolute favorite, but they run out of them quickly because they're everyone's favorite! Instead, we split the Salami sandwich on baguette, which was wonderful. The crusty bread balanced perfectly with the fatty salami and the creamy, tangy mayo. I also ordered one of their seasonal lattes, which was a nice accompaniment at any time of day. I couldn't resist grabbing one of their enormous Snickerdoodle cookies for the road ... and I'm not ashamed to say I enjoyed most of it on my car ride home. I'm excited to stop by Dozen again soon! read more

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I'll start by saying this is a beautiful bakery. Plenty of space, nice pastry options, and great outdoor seating. As for food the croissant was tasty and enjoyable, the cranberry walnut oatmeal cookie was a little dry and seems like the new trend for oatmeal cookies around town. Flavor was good had they pulled them like a minute or two early. The Calabrian honey focaccia which I was most excited about left me disappointed. I saw they have sandwiches and hot options and so I asked could they warm up the focaccia and she said they didn't have a way to do that. But if I ordered a sandwich they could warm the bread up?! How does that work?! Focaccia in my experience gets dense and dry when cold/room temp and needs to be enjoyed warm. Being out of town I didn't have a microwave or oven in the hotel so I ended up eating it room temp and of course it was very dense and dry as I knew it would be. The Meyer lemon soda and lemon lavender latte drinks were good aside from the girl digging in her head scratching her scalp then grabbing the lemon rind to squeeze over the drink. Very unsanitary and off putting. I think this place had lots of potential with some tweaks but of course they had a line and people go everyday. So this is all my personal experience. If I was in the area I'd stop in but wouldn't go out of my way with the other options around town read more

Amazing little spot! Here's what we tried: * Lavender Lemon Pie. Awesome -- absolutely worth buying. * Egg Ham Sandwich. Okay overall. Had a pesto with a floral flavor -- great if you like that kind of taste. Portion was small for $11 -- felt overpriced for the size. * Baguette Salami Sandwich. A bit too toasty for my preference. * Chocolate Croissant. Fabulous Very airy and light in texture. Would I come back? If I was local, probably yes. The place has a very cozy environment with plenty of good seating. read more

We swung by for the wildest but most delicious riffs on a pumpkin spice latte. A sweet potato oat milk latte. And it makes a lot of sense and it tasty and Falltime perfect. We also grabbed some of their house coffee cake to go with and it was a pair in perfection. Super cute spot with a nice little area of seating outside. Not much else is around there but it was worth popping over. read more

Dozen Bakery - Inside - Bakeries Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Last stop before they move to their new location, thankfully still close for me & hopefully more spacious for their loyal crowds!! I am loving their new cherry cardamom latte (oat), it's the best & I had to pair it with the cherry pistachio muffin! What a lovely treat. Of course had my staple and their famous egg focaccia breakfast sandwich with bacon, delicious as always. Even though it was crowded and busy, I got in, ate, and out within my hour lunch breakLove their staff, feels like a family, neighborhood, small town vibe!! read more

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Interesting little shop that we stumbled upon. I got a Cortado and a cookie and was pleased. The cost did not stand out to me as over the top. Just a little too far away from me to make this a regular stop. One observation.... Lot of people in here that looked like they could whip out a camera at any second and begin recording for the YouTube read more

Dozen has the best bread in town, hands down. The sourdough loaf and baguette are staples in our home, Dozen does it right. Went there for brunch this weekend and got the brunch tartine and matcha. The Tartine was a 12/10. The flavor profile was so deep, I was honestly not expecting it to be as good as it was. It was done perfectly with the onion jam on the bottom of the frisée, a beautiful dish! read more

Dozen Bakery - Brunch Tartine, Chocolate Croissant, matcha, baguette - Bakeries Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

so delicious! I read about Dozen in a trade magazine and made a point of stopping by when visi my son in Nashville. We were blown away by the staff, product, presentation, and vibe. Its now on permanent rotation! read more

Dozen Bakery - Focaccia with ham - Bakeries Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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