My family each had a grilled sandwich. We had the Monte Cristo, the Patty Melt, the Ultimate Club & the Grilled Cheese for our little guy. ALL OF THESE SANDWICHES WERE ALL MADE TO PERFECTION!! The bread (different kinds) were all golden brown & they matched. Not a single spec of the bread was dark brown or black. I don't know how they do it. I'm afraid I don't have pictures because they vanished so quickly! We will definitely put this place on our favorites when we are in the Franklin area read more

I came here on a recommendation from a local that said this was the place to go for breakfast in Franklin. I wasn't that impressed with their breakfast selection as I thought it was pretty minimal and they offered more pastry options than anything else. My iced mocha was good and breakfast was overall pretty bland. I did enjoy my lemon bar that I got here for later but again it wasn't outstanding. It's a very casual environment a kind of seat yourself set up. Parking looked a little tight but it was a really darling part of town. It's obvious where it is because of the blue banners but the entrance itself is through another set of doors. read more

No fluff but good food we were looking for a bite to eat on our way to do tours and we were able to get a table for the 5 of us. Order at the counter get a number and food delivered. read more

What a grand time I had at Meridees breadbasket! I commonly have dreams about this food (and by commonly I mean every night) the best sammy I've had in ages! Btw the little ginger head server was so nice and had the best customer service...I believe her name is Elizabeth??? Anywho 5 stars for both!!!!!! read more

Merridee's Breadbasket - The ultimate club - Bakeries Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

We stopped in for a quick bite one Saturday. First of all, I know that was part of the problem... the weekend. The place was so busy they lost our order and after 30 min of waiting we finally asked and all the tickets had gotten mixed up. Maybe I will try again when it isn't the weekend, but wasn't the best first impression, unfortunately. The food itself was not bad, the cookies were good, at least! read more

Good ol' American food Nice atmosphere. Robotic staff. Not friendly, not rude... just blah. Decent sandwiches. Amazing pie! Try a slice of the strawberry rhubarb pie, it's fantastic. read more

Merridee's Breadbasket - The Reuben! - Bakeries Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

I've been back to Merridee's many times since my first review and I have to say I've been very satisfied with the food every time. They unfortunately removed the pot roast from the menu so I've been ordering the chicken pot pie and Mac and cheese and a few other items. The food is always delicious and never over salted which has become a common problem in restaurants. On top of that the staff is very friendly and the restaurant is always clean. read more

Yo breakfast was great and hot order at window and take number .great food and atmosphere

Decided to come down to Franklin to get some lunch and found Merridee's on the list of restaurants nearby. Very reminiscent of a welcoming Cracker Barrel-esque atmosphere met with a cafe/coffee shop in my opinion. The menu is a little overwhelming since there's so many items to choose from, but that's not a bad thing at all! Just gives me more options to try next time. There's tons of different baked goods like pies and bread on shelves and more pies and some cookies in the little see-through cabinets at the ordering counter. I went with the chicken pot pie and a slice of key lime pie to top off the country-style cooking feel. The chicken pot pie was warm and flaky and didn't taste like it was reheated or anything like you'd usually expect from a hole-in-the-wall restaurant, so I was happy about that. The key lime pie was the star of the meal. I LOVE key lime pie and this was some of the best I've had. I sorta regret not getting a whole one to bring back to my dorm room so that I could eat the entire thing tonight... But seriously, overall it was a very good experience. There's several places around the counter to order at for busy times, the cashiers are nice, service was quick. read more

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Simply the best! Always fresh, always good! Get the tuna melt with chicken salad substituted, Swiss cheese. Amazing read more

Merridee's Breadbasket - Bakeries Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

Honestly I would like to give Merridee's 2 ratings: Bakery & Dine-In experience. Both good but the Bakery gets a solid 5! Top of the line. Breads, pastries, pies, cookies, this is where it started and there is no question this is their "sweet spot" (ok, pun slightly intended). Seriously, indulge in a sweet treat or a freshly baked loaf of Viking Bread and you will not be disappointed! They also have a good menu for Breakfast and lunch. The Dine-In gets a 4 star rating. Very good still. I frequent Merridee's often. It's a great spot in downtown Franklin to meet folks and is usually busy, especially meals but do expect at least a short line most anytime. You order at the counter and they call you or bring it out. There is outdoor seating behind the space now so that's very pleasant, nicely planted with some great wood features makes it feel very comfortable. I think my favorite is their chicken salad on Viking bread and of course, add a piece of pie! (see my rant above regarding their bakery side of operations). The sandwiches are fine, but again the bread sets them apart. I have had the chicken salad plate and would have liked a few more greens under the salad to fill out the salad-ness of things. So 5 on the bakery, 4 on the dining, I will round up and go with 5 because at the end of the day, the dessert will be the lasting impression and that gets a 5. Enjoy! **addendum-I understand they recently added Beer to the menu so stopping by in the evenings to enjoy a beer in the back patio area would be a great day to conclude the day in Franklin! read more

BREAKFAST IS NO LONGER SERVED AFTER 11 AM! My friends and I came here for brunch one day, AT 11:05 AM hearing all about their fresh baked goods and excited to chow down on eggs and carbs. I mean have you seen the pictures of their French Toast? That has amazing thrown up all over it! So you can imagine how excited we got only to realize breakfast had stopped being served 5 Minutes before we arrived. Heart.. Broken.. We ordered lunch anyways, being the hungry mongrels we are. I got the Little Viking espresso which was rich and magnificent, a salmon wrap which was surprisingly fishy for my liking, and a cinnamon twist pastry. My favorite thing about my order was definitely the Little Viking - You've got to order that if you're a coffee connoisseur and appreciate diverse, rich blends. My friends ordered a chicken quesadilla and some sort of bacon sandwich. The sandwich was good but the quesadilla we had to send back twice for reheating and the cheese was just cold and shredded like it hadn't been in the microwave long enough. The coffees, however, were delicious and well put together. My friend who hates coffee and only gets mochas to drink half of them and have a stomach ache, loved their iced mocha and said it tasted like "craft hot chocolate with a buzz." I would love to come back and try their breakfast menu to have the full Merridee's experience when i visit again. As for lunch, I'm not totally pleased but the service was well worth the visit as they were the kindest, most helpful people I'd met in Franklin. Hope to be back soon! read more

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I hate to say it, but Merridees is not what it used to be four or five years ago. I ate breakfast there a couple of weeks ago and everything was pretty good, but lukewarm. And to my surprise the biscuit was terrible. Something is just not the same as it used to be. It's expensive to eat there and for that you should expect excellent food. read more

Pretty good food and pretty great pastries and bread! Will try again!!!!! Friendly staff read more

It just wasn't for me. The young girl at the counter had an attitude and wasn't friendly at all. The chicken salad lacked flavor and was really chunky and bread was stale. The pasta salad wasn't great either, very dry. The location is cute and if I went again, I'd try something different for sure. read more

We stopped by during Pumpkinfest and were a bit apprehensive since there was a long line and were told the food would take 45 minutes, but we got our food quickly. I'm giving 4 stars because the staff were kind, the restaurant was clean, service was fast, and there was plenty of seating available. The food tasted great and the location is nice if you're visiting downtown Franklin. The only reason I deducted a star was because I thought the price was high for the amount of food. read more

Merridee's Breadbasket - The 4th Avenue - Bakeries Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

My fiancé and I just moved to Franklin from south Florida. We were looking for a good breakfast spot and stumbled upon Meridee's via yelp. It is now safe to say that this is our favorite breakfast spot in the area. This is a homey mom and pop style restaurant that is warm and inviting. They make fresh breads daily, have a large assortment of pies, coffees and make a killer breakfast. I've only gone twice so far and both times I have gotten ham, egg and cheese on a croissant. They have the most delicious croissants ever. They are buttery, soft, flaky, and slightly crunchy all at the same time. If you're looking for a nice breakfast sandwich I would definitely choose a croissant as your vessel. Also, today I picked up an order of biscuits and gravy for my fiancé and brought it to him at work. Shortly thereafter I got a text saying "OMG, this is the best biscuits and gravy I've ever had.".... safe to say I'll be trying that as well in the near future. Lol. As for their coffee, I was pleasantly surprised both times by how good their lattes were. My favorite I have tried was the gold rush. It was perfectly sweet and delicious. Also, after seeing and smelling all of the delicious freshly baked breads this morning I can't wait to return for a loaf. I am excited to have this restaurant in my new city and am looking forward to returning on a regular basis. read more

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Delicious meal! Great service. We will for sure go back! Do yourself a favor and save room for a cinnamon twist.

This is a unique dining experience. Sandwiches are good but not great. Frozen fruit cup was mediocre. I do like the uniqueness of the old building and the attached boutique. I will go back and try the pastries. But like the old cafe feel with a cool trendy vibe mixed in. Workers seemed nice. read more

My friends and I were hungry and we were seeing what we can have when we were at pumpkin Fest we ended up here and their sandwiches of Monte Crisco and her daughter had mac & cheese. Oh my God it was the best. The service was good and they ambiance was beautiful we ate outside. It was beautiful day. read more

Pastries were delicious! Cute restaurant. Go early! Service fast! Highly recommend for breakfast or lunch.

Waited in line for over 30 minutes and they cancelled breakfast service after we got to the register. Do not count on this location for service. Their breakfast might be good, we wouldn't know. read more

Great food! The perfect lunch spot! We will definitely be back as we wanted to try everything!!

Merridee's has a nice assortment of sandwiches along with a few salad options. The baked goods and breads are delicious.

Came to Merridee's because it was suppose to be 'great'! Gave 3 stars. Hash browns too salty, cold eggs, bacon tough and under cooked. I had a cinnamon roll. It was good but would have been really good if they had offered to heat it up. The oatmeal was good with fresh fruit. I asked for milk and they gave me a thimble full‍. The server was not very friendly. The cashier was kinda friendly. Told her it was our first time visiting, but she didn't help us at all. Would I recommend, no. Would I go back, no. For a $$ breakfast, not worth the money. read more

Merridee's Breadbasket - Bakeries Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

Noel and I went to Franklin to enjoy a movie at the Franklin Theater. We stopped at Merridee's Breadbasket Bakery, Noel enjoyed a slice of Pumpkin Roll and Mocha Latte. I also had a Tea Cookie and a cup of Hot Cocoa. We had a nice snack before the movie and I would definitely eat here again. They have a great bakery and the aroma's was divine. They also make sandwiches and the prices didn't seem bad. The interior was so relaxing and vintage. I will definitely eat here again and update my reviews. read more

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I've visited this restaurant before, but didn't even remember until I saw the storefront because the food was fairly forgettable. I placed a to go order, so keep that in mind while reading. I picked up my order and it was pretty quick, but I got back to my car and saw that they forgot my cinnamon roll. I went back in she apologized but said they had sold out... well I already paid for that cinnamon roll online... she offered me either a raisin cinnamon roll or a cinnamon twist-- no alternative, no refund even though they couldn't give me what I already paid for. This rubbed me a really weird way. I understand mistakes happen but I thought it was a little strange that I wasn't offered a refund or a free pastry or something to show they're sorry and appreciate my business. Not to sound too greedy, but in my experience with mistakes at bakery they almost always offer a baked good to apologize when mistakes are made. Again we had takeout so keep that in mind, but the food was very average. The biscuits were highly anticipated but they were bland. I ordered biscuits and gravy whisk came with one single biscuit and about a full cup of gravy, which seemed like a bit of a rip off. My friend got the biscuit sandwich and agreed it was pretty average. The cinnamon twist was good, but not a cinnamon roll and had much less icing. Maybe if I lived in Franklin it would be worth it, but coming from west nashville I can't say I'll be back for bland biscuits. If I'm in the area I might try dine in. read more

Merridee's Breadbasket - Cinnamon twist - Bakeries Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

I went here for breakfast and it was delicious! I got a snickerdoodle cookie(scrumptious) as well as a latte (I didn't know they had that until the cashier asked me which one I wanted-cookie or latte). The latte I was a little disappointed in because I didn't taste ANY sweetness to it let alone snickerdoodle hints. The breakfast burrito though was just like I thought it'd be. Really flavorful with the amount of cheese, sausage etc. it came with a fruit cup and salsa. Yum! read more

Merridee's Breadbasket - Snickerdoodle latte - Bakeries Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

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Ummm...I wanted to love this place but...they didn't have all the items listed on the menu and it looked like they were in a personnel transition. The food we did get to choose from was certainly tasty and the location is great. Friendly staff. Large lines for a reason but just didn't meet the mark for me. read more

This is a must-visit place in Franklin. We came here for breakfast. I had a meat omelette and my gf had quiche. Both were absolutely delicious. We then got some pastries to go (ate one there) and they were some of the best we've ever had. The staff were very friendly and took the time to explain everything to us. It was also cool to look through the viewing window to see them preparing baked goods. Just an all-around good experience. Will definitely be back. read more

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I am a long time resident of downtown Franklin, and Merridee's is not my first choice and here is why. I ordered a reuben (which came with chips) and a cup of soup for lunch today along with a fruit tea. The total with tip was $28.32. I am not a penny pincher by ANY means. However, considering they use old school wheat bread (think small squares like wonderbread) which gives you maybe 3 bites on each half of the sandwich, and a miniscule amount of corned beef, I was greatly disappointed. This was a $13.00 sandwich, and looked like something a middle schooler would get in a lunchroom. The soup was not good, bland. There are many great restaurants where the portions are more in line with pricing and better food. Lower your prices or give people an acceptable amount of food for what you charge. read more

I'm Leaving a two because the food was good. The service was not good. Cashier was incredibly rude to say the least. Threw an item I handed back to her behind her back to the trash. we were kind and said nothing to her except, I let her know she had a bad attitude to be in food service. she laughed at me. As a local who has frequented this establishment often over the years I'm shocked. Bad way to treat locals and tourist as well. not going back read more

My daughter's favorite place to eat in Franklin! Awesome sandwiches and baked good!

While walking around downtown Franklin during a holiday weekend my BF and I were hoping for somewhere fast and safe to eat lunch and Merridee was a great option. They were pretty busy but we didn't have to wait long to order from an employee at the register and decided on a chicken salad sandwich on wheat and a rueben sandwich plus a few fruit teas. Since they were busy we waited a bit for our food to come out, but luckily were able to stand outside of the restaurant in the nearby atrium to avoid being around too many people. With so many diners sitting and eating without masks we felt safer keeping our distance. The rueben was excellent and even I liked it, which is big since I'm more of a turkey gal. My chicken salad sandwich was good but the bread was dry and would have been better with a tomato or other additions, but it was only the chicken salad on dry bread and randomly lettuce. And for a bread place I was expecting something a little more from the wheat bread and thought it was pretty average to be coming from a bakery. The fruit teas were delicious, sweet but not crazy and a really nice way to balance out our sandwiches. One other small gripe that didn't make this a 5 star experience, they charged us for a pickle slice (.75) when they are typically free at a restaurant with sandwiches. Overall a solid lunch option but not quite perfect. read more

Merridee's Breadbasket - Chicken Salad Sandwich on Wheat bread - Bakeries Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

Every time I come. The food and staff are always on point! I've never had an issue here and anytime someone comes to visit me in Nashville I always take them to Franklin to eat here. I can't wait for them to put the Philly cheesesteak back on the menu, because it's the best one I've ever had in the south. Merridee's thank you for always a wonderful experience! read more

Wow! The new dinner menu rocks!From the charcuterie board to the homemade gnocchi this restaurant should be on the top of your list! Just love it! read more

Merridee's Breadbasket - Charcuterie appetizer blew my mind! This is a masterpiece that I had the pleasure to consume! - Bakeries Near Me - Franklin, Tennessee

Love Merridee's for everything! Awesome Desserts, sandwiches and coffee selections. The only negative is the wait. Be prepared to slow down and unwind. If you're in a hurry avoid the frustration and come another time. Original recipes from the original founder Merridee's still being used today. read more

Darling place. So cute I bought a shirt! BUT, all we had were lattes, which were beyond disgusting. Completely undrinkable. Maybe look into this? read more

Another winner thanks to the Road Food book, Merridee's was on the way to our final destination in Spring Hill so we stopped off for a quick bite. YESSIR! We tried the reuben and the spinach and feta "crescent" sandwich, which was basically what you would expect: meats/veggies wrapped in an oversized crescent roll. Both of these were excellent, and the dip served with the reuben had my wife thinking about asking for more of that sauce to go. We also bought two brownies, one a mint chocolate brownie that was sensational. I would really be curious about this place for breakfast given that (while bread IS clearly being made throughout the day) more of their breakfast menu might take advantage of the bakery's strength. The space was bigger than I expected given the write-up in the book, so we were able to sit for dinner on a Thursday with our kids for a bit and have them run around the space. Parking behind the restaurant is terrible but there is a free parking garage across the street. This little stretch in Franklin has a nice walkable feel too. read more

Came here mid-week for a business lunch and will look for an excuse to come back. Downtown Franklin is a neat place caught between the past and the present, this place is an great example. Very vintage atmosphere, odd tables, mismatched chairs, cool memorabilia and wood floors are very welcoming. It is a walk up and order, leave a name and will bring it to ya, kind of place. At the suggestion of a local, I had the salad plate and it was amazing. Great egg salad, tuna salad, chicken salad were served in pretty little scoops... but then there was the frozen fruit salad. I have not seen this item in years. It took me back to big family potlucks back home. It was the same, but better. This plate came with two big slices of raisin bread that were amazing. Sorry, I didn't snag a picture, I was too busy eating. ;) read more