There is a LOT to like about Dozen. While you stand in line you can peruse the shelves in front of the register which house various books, tools, and ingredients. I make my own matcha at home every day so I go through chasens pretty quickly. I have found a chasen and bought it from the shelf which was awesome because chasens are pretty cheap but you have to pay for shipping if you buy online. I’ve made other purchases in the past just because I’ve seen something noteworthy in the items on these shelves. They always have good stuff! The pastry case also always has good stuff. The pastry selection is expansive and equal opportunity delicious. If you’re looking for savory, the food especially their soups and sandwiches are fantastic and hearty and the seasonal offerings never miss. My only issue and it’s kind of a big one honestly is the drinks. The matcha is awful. There is way too much milk in the drink and not enough matcha and the matcha that is in there can be found clumped at the bottom of the cup…So the recipe/ratio is problematic but also the preparation so overall a recipe for disaster. I also worry about the quality of the matcha itself but again I can’t really taste…I will say the baristas took it in stride when I brought it back so shoutout to them! However the coffee they gave me instead…was also bad. I don’t get any sweetener in my lattes so the espresso, whether bad or good, is on full display and this one was—you guessed it—the former. I couldn’t even finish it…Flash forward to today: I got in around 3pm and found out the kitchen was closed. Apparently it closed at 3pm. Considering it was only a few minutes after 3 and I battled intense traffic, I was a little annoyed but I was willing to look past it. I have worked food service before so my go to reaction is understanding regardless of how I feel. But then I receive the drink I ordered. An Arnold Palmer. Not too complicated right? Wrong! It was not good. The black tea didn’t taste good and the lemonade was also not good. Those are the only two ingredients in an Arnold Palmer. I waited until I got home to take a sip which was a mistake because I couldn’t finish it and had to dump it out. Only saving grace this trip was the kimchi I bought from the RTD case. In conclusion, the food at Dozen SLAPS. There’s a reason you will taste good bread at a local restaurant and find out it’s from Dozen. But don’t waste your money on the drinks ESPECIALLY the matcha.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pastries, Sandwiches, Soup, French Country Sourdough
Gracie Mercer
AMAZING bread and pastries! I am dairy free and could enjoy the different sourdough breads. My husband loved the croissants, especially the s’mores one. This wasn’t close to where we stayed and parking is terrible but it’s so good we had to make the drive back over there for more bread and pastries before we left!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Caleb Taylor
the best
Emily Manning
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!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Julia Perry
Hands down the best bakery in Nashville! The Sweet Potato and Pecan Galette is out of this world! Also tried the chocolate croissant and Sourdough loaf which are equally delicious. The prices are reasonable as well
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bakery, Pastries, French Country Sourdough
Joey Boyd
Coffee was ok, but the food left something to be desired. Sandwich bread was tougher and harder than beef jerky. Probably won't be making a return visit.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Austin 00
Honestly, the coffee was pretty mid. However, the sandwiches and salads more than made up for it. Highly recommend the bread pudding, it was awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kaitlyn Browning
They admit that they consistently run out of food by noon on the weekends, yet are open until 3pm. If it's a consistent thing, why don't they change their prep or scheduling? Doesn't make sense and seems to be a poor way to run a business. Won't be returning because there's nothing to eat at noon on a Sunday.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
Daniela Solis
I love Dozen. The baristas are welcoming and kind, food and pastries are consistently excellent. Chef Abby does an amazing job with the seasonal, heart-forward menu— the tomato soup especially was so good. It’s easily one of my favorite spots in Nashville and always a first stop when I’m showing family or friends around!
Some of the best pastries I’ve had! They’re so fresh and delicious, and I love how each month has different baked goods. The blueberry muffin definitely has to be my favorite though! I can’t wait to come back again and get fresh sourdough. The ladies at the counter were so sweet too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carbon Star
Nice building. They don’t have anything gluten or dairy free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Julia
new location, same sweet energy. everyone behind the counter is always so kind and welcoming. not to mention that the pastries are top-tier. very grateful to have y’all in this city💟
There is a LOT to like about Dozen. While you stand in line you can peruse the shelves in front of the register which house various books, tools, and ingredients. I make my own matcha at home every day so I go through chasens pretty quickly. I have found a chasen and bought it from the shelf which was awesome because chasens are pretty cheap but you have to pay for shipping if you buy online. I’ve made other purchases in the past just because I’ve seen something noteworthy in the items on these shelves. They always have good stuff! The pastry case also always has good stuff. The pastry selection is expansive and equal opportunity delicious. If you’re looking for savory, the food especially their soups and sandwiches are fantastic and hearty and the seasonal offerings never miss. My only issue and it’s kind of a big one honestly is the drinks. The matcha is awful. There is way too much milk in the drink and not enough matcha and the matcha that is in there can be found clumped at the bottom of the cup…So the recipe/ratio is problematic but also the preparation so overall a recipe for disaster. I also worry about the quality of the matcha itself but again I can’t really taste…I will say the baristas took it in stride when I brought it back so shoutout to them! However the coffee they gave me instead…was also bad. I don’t get any sweetener in my lattes so the espresso, whether bad or good, is on full display and this one was—you guessed it—the former. I couldn’t even finish it…Flash forward to today: I got in around 3pm and found out the kitchen was closed. Apparently it closed at 3pm. Considering it was only a few minutes after 3 and I battled intense traffic, I was a little annoyed but I was willing to look past it. I have worked food service before so my go to reaction is understanding regardless of how I feel. But then I receive the drink I ordered. An Arnold Palmer. Not too complicated right? Wrong! It was not good. The black tea didn’t taste good and the lemonade was also not good. Those are the only two ingredients in an Arnold Palmer. I waited until I got home to take a sip which was a mistake because I couldn’t finish it and had to dump it out. Only saving grace this trip was the kimchi I bought from the RTD case. In conclusion, the food at Dozen SLAPS. There’s a reason you will taste good bread at a local restaurant and find out it’s from Dozen. But don’t waste your money on the drinks ESPECIALLY the matcha.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pastries, Sandwiches, Soup, French Country Sourdough
AMAZING bread and pastries! I am dairy free and could enjoy the different sourdough breads. My husband loved the croissants, especially the s’mores one. This wasn’t close to where we stayed and parking is terrible but it’s so good we had to make the drive back over there for more bread and pastries before we left!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
the best
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!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hands down the best bakery in Nashville! The Sweet Potato and Pecan Galette is out of this world! Also tried the chocolate croissant and Sourdough loaf which are equally delicious. The prices are reasonable as well
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bakery, Pastries, French Country Sourdough
Coffee was ok, but the food left something to be desired. Sandwich bread was tougher and harder than beef jerky. Probably won't be making a return visit.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Honestly, the coffee was pretty mid. However, the sandwiches and salads more than made up for it. Highly recommend the bread pudding, it was awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They admit that they consistently run out of food by noon on the weekends, yet are open until 3pm. If it's a consistent thing, why don't they change their prep or scheduling? Doesn't make sense and seems to be a poor way to run a business. Won't be returning because there's nothing to eat at noon on a Sunday.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
I love Dozen. The baristas are welcoming and kind, food and pastries are consistently excellent. Chef Abby does an amazing job with the seasonal, heart-forward menu— the tomato soup especially was so good. It’s easily one of my favorite spots in Nashville and always a first stop when I’m showing family or friends around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Absolutely phenomenal!
Some of the best pastries I’ve had! They’re so fresh and delicious, and I love how each month has different baked goods. The blueberry muffin definitely has to be my favorite though! I can’t wait to come back again and get fresh sourdough. The ladies at the counter were so sweet too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice building. They don’t have anything gluten or dairy free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
new location, same sweet energy. everyone behind the counter is always so kind and welcoming. not to mention that the pastries are top-tier. very grateful to have y’all in this city💟
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So cute! And fun for the kids
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