Historic Germantown, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a dynamic community composed of renovated historic and chic new structures designed by Nashville’s industrious architects and entrepreneurs. The neighborhood has evolved since its earliest formation in the 18th century into one of Nashville’s most sought-after locations to work and play in large part for its many dining and shopping options that are within walking distance, in addition to being only blocks from downtown Nashville and the Gulch.

If this is your first visit to Germantown, take time to explore one of our neighborhood pubs, ethnic fare or casual comfort restaurants, local coffee shops or bakery or any one of our critically acclaimed fine dining establishments.  Or if you prefer, check out the nearby Tennessee State Museum, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park and our ever popular farmer’s market that is open seven days a week.

Germantown offers the best glimpse of Nashville both yesteryear and today. For advice on what to do or see, we are always available to help you plan your day.

Things To Do In Germantown

  • Barista Parlor
    Coffeehouse 
  • Elegy Coffee
    Coffee and light bites 
  • The Library Cafe
    Coffeehouse 
  • Neighborlily 
    Coffeehouse 
  • Red Bicycle
    Coffee and crepes 
  • Steadfast Coffee
    Local coffee and restaurant 
  • Surefire Coffee
    Coffeehouse 
  • Yin-Yang Tea 
    Tea, coffee and sandwiches 
  • Bearded Iris Brewing
    Brewery Taproom 
  • Butchertown Hall
    German Inspired Smoked Meats 
  • City House
    Contemporary Italian 
  • The Cupcake Collection
    Specialty Cupcakes 
  • Geist + Bar and Grill
    Small Plates – outdoor setting 
  • Germantown Cafe
    Eclectic uptown menu 
  • Germantown Pub
    Casual Pub Fare 
  • The Goat
    Community Space, American cuisine 
  • Henrietta Red
    Seafood 
  • Jack Brown’s Beer and Burger Joint
    Burger joint
  • Jonathan’s Grille
    Sport’s bar, American cuisine  
  • Monell’s
    Southern food family style 
  • Monday Night Brewing
    Brewery 
  • Mother’s Ruin
    American cuisine + Bar 
  • Neighbors
    Bar and American cuisine 
  • The Optimist
    Seafood 
  • O-Ku Nashville
    Japanese cuisine 
  • Pelato 
    Italian cuisine 
  • Rolf & Daughters
    American cuisine 
  • Sedona Taphouse
    Local and organic, craft beer 
  • Sonny’s Patio Pub and Refuge
    Bar and light bites 
  • Steamboys
    Casual Chinese 
  • Tailor Nashville
    South Asian American 
  • Tempered Café & Chocolate
    Sandwiches, Artisan chocolates and Absinthe Bar  
  • Von Elrod’s Beer Garden and Sausage House
    House-made Sausages, pub grub 
  • Waldo’s Chicken and Beer
    Southern-fried and Fire-roasted 
  • 312 Pizza
    Authentic Chicago-Style Pizza 
  • 5th and Taylor
    American Cuisine 
  1. ABEDNEGO
    Women/Mens Clothing
  2. Batch Nashville
    Gift Shop
  3. Bits & Pieces Antique
    Women Clothing / Antiques
  4. Overton Arts
    Framing/Art Gallery
  5. Pieces Boutique
    Women accessories / Clothing
  6. Wilder Home Décor
    Furniture