With summer finally here, we’re all keen to spend as much time outdoors as we can, and that includes mealtimes. Sure, there are plenty of restaurants that have outdoor seating, but how about grabbing a takeaway meal and chowing down in a nearby green space? Below, we’ve compiled a list of great food options in Williamson County, as well as nearby parks where you can enjoy your meal.
The Coffeehouse at Second & Bridge and Pinkerton Park
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Pick up a sandwich, a fresh baked good, or one of several unique and delicious lattes from what’s arguably Franklin’s most iconic coffee shop and café, The Coffeehouse at Second & Bridge, then make the five-minute drive or twenty-minute walk to the wonderful Pinkerton Park. Enjoy your meal on one of many covered picnic benches before letting the kids play at the famous Tinkerbell Playground, or walk the 1-mile pedestrian trail around the park while getting a glimpse of the Harpeth River and Fort Granger.
Franklin Bakehouse and Bicentennial Park
Nestled right in the heart of downtown Franklin, the cozy green space known as Bicentennial Park is the perfect spot for a picnic! And it just so happens to be within walking distance of the locally-owned, one-of-a-kind Franklin Bakehouse. Build your own breakfast sandwich or try a delicious cinnamon roll or scone and enjoy your treat along the beautiful Harpeth River. Plan to bring along a picnic blanket or some lawn chairs.
55 South and Crockett Park
Craving bold Southern flavors before a day in the park? Swing by 55 South in Brentwood for a fast, flavorful take on New Orleans-style comfort foods like jambalaya, gumbo, and shrimp po’boys. Once you’ve grabbed your meal, head down the road to Crockett Park, one of Williamson County’s largest green spaces. With miles of paved trails, shady picnic spots, and wide open fields, it’s the perfect place to stretch out, unwind, and enjoy some seriously satisfying Southern fare under the sky.
Mama’s Java Café and Nolensville Park
If you’re in the Nolensville area, stop by Mama’s Java Café for a freshly-made chicken biscuit, hearty wrap, or build-your-own omelet, along with their signature air-roasted coffee. This family-run gem is beloved by the community and consistently ranks among the top local spots. After getting your food, it’s just a short drive away to set up your picnic at Nolensville Park. This park offers a playground, picnic tables, pavilion shelters, lots of shade trees, and a paved walking trail that weaves alongside Mill Creek. When combined with a meal from a local favorite joint, it will make for a perfect, laid-back Nolensville outing.
The Fainting Goat Coffee Co. and Evans Park
For our friends in Spring Hill, one of our favorite cafés is The Fainting Goat Coffee Co. These guys roast their beans in-house. Hang out on the back porch and sip your coffee or munch on a treat, or walk ten minutes to the lovely Evans Park, Spring Hill’s original city park. If you’ve got your canine companions with you, Evans Park is home to Spring Hill’s only off-leash dog park, Barkley Park, for the pups to enjoy.
