Coffee, Pastries & Pure Happiness in 12 South, Nashville
- Maria Hamnered
- Jan 2
- 1 min read

In Nashville’s charming 12 South neighborhood, coffee, pastries & pure happiness truly come together. This is where great coffee meets irresistible baked goods, and I’ve handpicked five spots that deliver every single time. I’ve handpicked five spots that hit the mark.Every. Single. Time.
La La Land – The place everyone’s talking about right now. Go here if you’re craving a Banana Cloud Matcha, Lavender Bloom, or Strawberry Field. Worth the wait—even when the line stretches down the block.
Five Daughters Bakery – A local favorite famous for their handcrafted, hundred-layer croissant-style donuts. Unique. Iconic. Absolutely unbeatable.
Wanna Spoon Cereal Bar – When all you want is great coffee and a bowl of cereal with milk. Say no more.
Frothy Monkey – A charming café where you won’t be the only one coming back every morning for a Rosemary Honey Latte.
Stitch at Clayton and Crume – When you just want a straight black coffee in a dreamy, calm setting.


