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Cafe Between serves as a neighborhood spot that hums in the morning, buzzes in the afternoon, and is filled with vibrant energy in the evening.
Located at 118 12th Ave S, the cafe is a place to gather, enjoy delectable food, and sip on a beverage of your choice.
Headliner
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Southern Braised Short Rib
$27Slow-braised to tender perfection, served with red whipped potatoes, broccolini, and heirloom carrots — finished with a rich, velvety jus. A soulful Southern classic built on patience and craft
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Smashville Hot Chicken Platter
$25Born from Nashville’s fiery roots — crispy hot half chicken with a touch of sweetness from local honey drizzle, served over mashed red potatoes with savory short rib jus. A bold balance of heat, comfort, and Southern soul
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Zesty Spaghetti
$22Spaghetti tossed with sautéed zucchini, tomato, and sweet peppers, finished with lemon, basil, and shaved parmesan. Light, bright, and full of Cafe Between’s signature freshness
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Gulch Street Shrimp
$26Sautéed shrimp tossed with pepper-zucchini rice pilaf and honey vinaigrette, finished with fresh cilantro. A vibrant dish that captures the rhythm, color, and creativity of the gulch
Openers
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Cumberland Croquettes
$16A Cafe Between signature — golden croquettes of Yukon Gold potato, portobello mushroom, and mozzarella, served with creamy tomato sauce and fresh basil. A warm, crispy bite that blends Southern heart with European charm
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Honky Tonk Wings
$15Crispy, golden wings with true Nashville soul — served by the pound with your choice of plain, honey buffalo, bourbon BBQ, or gulch dry rub. Accompanied by ranch or blue cheese, and garnished with carrots, pickled shishitos, and celery
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Fried Green Tomato Stack
$15Crispy fried green tomato layered with fresh mozzarella and basil, finished with balsamic reduction and smoked sea salt — a Southern garden classic with an Italian twist, celebrating comfort and craftsmanship
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Southern Spice Fries
$11Golden steak fries dusted with Cafe Between’s signature Southern dry rub and served with chipotle ranch — a crispy, smoky, Nashville-style classic with just the right kick
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The Broadway Barbacoa Nachos
$17Crispy corn chips layered with barbacoa short rib, black beans, smashed avocado, pico de gallo, pickled jalapeños, beer cheese, and fresh cilantro. A bold blend of comfort and spice — a Southern street-style hit made to share
Between Takes
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Bourbon BBQ Beef Sandwich
$23Slow-braised short rib with bacon, bourbon BBQ, pickled onion, lettuce, tomato, and sweet pepper on brioche. A smoky, savory tribute to Nashville’s barbecue tradition — crafted with Cafe Between’s signature finesse
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Belle Meade Bourbon Burger
$21An 8oz 80/20 beef patty topped with cheddar, bourbon onion jam, lettuce, tomato, and pickled sweet pepper on a brioche bun. A rich, flavorful nod to Nashville’s bourbon heritage
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Union Station Panini
$16Toasted sourdough layered with smashed avocado, tomato, arugula, cheddar, and provolone — a warm, melty tribute to Nashville’s creative energy and Southern freshness
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Golden Gulch Wrap
$15Southern dry-rubbed chicken with romaine, grape tomato, and honey vinaigrette in a soft tortilla — a fresh, flavorful nod to Nashville’s creative spirit
Substitute Shrimp $3
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Smashville Hot Chicken
$19Hot fried chicken breast with garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato, and pickled sweet pepper on a brioche bun — a fresh, flavorful take on a Nashville classic
Backstage Pass
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Broadway Bread Pudding
$11Warm, house-baked bread pudding with ripe bananas, fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and berry compote. A Southern classic that hits all the right notes — sweet, rich, and perfectly in tune with Broadway’s rhythm
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Music City Affogato
$12A Nashville-inspired indulgence — salted caramel ice cream topped with espresso beans and caramel drizzle, finished tableside with a pour of Bongo Java espresso. Where sweet cream meets bold roast and rhythm meets rest
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Need to Power Up? Add a Protein
Chicken $7
Shrimp $8
The Personal Pizza Set
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Back Porch BBQ
$17Slow-braised short rib with bourbon BBQ sauce, smoky bacon, roasted peppers, and onions on a golden stone-fired crust. Rich, hearty, and full of Southern comfort
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Smashville Hot Honey
$16Crisp stone-baked crust topped with tender hot chicken, creamy buttermilk ranch, pickled sweet peppers, and a drizzle of hot honey. A bold balance of heat, comfort, and Southern charm
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Green Thumb
$16Inspired by backyard gardens and Sunday suppers — stone-fired crust topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, and fresh tomato slices. Fresh, simple, and full of Southern comfort
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Garden Margherita
$15A tribute to Naples’ most iconic pizza — stone-baked with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil chiffonade. Light, vibrant, and crafted with classic Southern warmth
The Green Room
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Capitol Cobb Salad
$17A Nashville take on the classic cobb — gulch-rubbed chicken, bacon, tomato, cucumber, romaine, and a six-minute farm egg, served with buttermilk ranch. A timeless favorite with Southern character
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Cumberland Greek
$17Crisp romaine with grape tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, pickled red onions, and feta — finished with avocado Greek goddess dressing. A Southern nod to Mediterranean balance and freshness
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Strawberry Fields
$19Spring greens with basil, sweet strawberries, roasted pecans, and feta — all tossed in a honey-citrus vinaigrette. A fresh, vibrant nod to Nashville’s early summer harvest
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Blueberry Hill
$18Spring mix with blueberries, cucumber, roasted walnuts, and feta — topped with brown butter granola, balsamic vinaigrette, and a strawberry fan. A bright, Southern favorite inspired by Nashville mornings (and a little Fats Domino charm)
Hangover?
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Heavenly French Toast
$19Angel food cake dipped in vanilla custard and griddled to golden perfection — finished with whipped cream, berries, compote, powdered sugar, and butter rosettes. A Southern revival of the classic “lost bread,” light as air and rich in tradition
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Broadway Bananas Foster Oats
$15Steel-cut oats caramelized to a golden brulé and topped with warm banana–nut compote, dehydrated citrus, and a strawberry fan — a Southern spin on the classic dessert, turning breakfast into a little Broadway indulgence
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The Music City Stack
$18Fluffy buttermilk pancakes — plain, blueberry, or chocolate chip — topped with whipped cream, berries, powdered sugar, and butter rosettes. A nod to Nashville mornings where comfort and craft meet on every plate
Slow Start?
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The Southern Standard
$19Two farm eggs any style, with heritage bacon or sausage, golden hashbrowns, and toasted multigrain bread — a warm nod to the Southern farmhouse table and the comfort of a well-earned morning
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Harmony Bagel
$15A multigrain bagel layered with honey-sage whipped ricotta, prosciutto, and fresh pear, finished with a balsamic drizzle and sage sprig — a nod to Italian balance, composed with Nashville warmth
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Parthenon Omelet
$17Greek-inspired omelet with spinach, feta, grape tomatoes, and Kalamata olives — folded into farm-fresh eggs and finished with avocado goddess dressing, crostini, and pickled pepper. A Mediterranean twist with Nashville soul
Ready for The Day!
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Frothy Monkey Avocado Toast
$16Fresh-baked multigrain toast topped with smashed avocado, feta, grape tomatoes, and a farm egg, finished with everything bagel seasoning and balsamic glaze. Served with arugula-tomato salad and pickled sweet pepper
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Brightside Frittata
$15Fluffy egg-white frittata with mushroom, peppers, and Swiss cheese. Served with arugula-tomato salad and curly scallions — a light, balanced start with Southern charm
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Morning Market Salad
$16Fresh cucumber, tomato, red onion, zucchini, basil, and avocado tossed with olive oil, lemon, and smoked salt. Topped with roasted pecans, feta, pickled sweet pepper, and a farm egg — vibrant, simple, and full of Nashville freshness
Coffee
Coffee Classics
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Espresso
Single or double
12oz $4
16oz $7
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Americano
12oz $4
16oz $6
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Cappuccino
12oz $4
16oz $6
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Latte
12oz $4
16oz $6
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Macchiato
12oz $4
16oz $6
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Bongo Blend
12oz $4
16oz $6
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Iced Coffee
12oz $4
16oz $6
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Nitro Cold Brew
12oz $5
16oz $7
Specialty Coffee
12oz - $5 / 16oz - $7-
Mocha
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Caramel Macchiato
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Vanilla Latte
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Iced Latte
Tea
12oz - $4 / 16oz - $6-
Herbal Infusions
Chamomile, peppermint, lemon balm
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Black Tea
English breakfast, Earl Grey, Darjeeling
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Green, Chai & Matcha
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Milks
Whole, 2%, half & half
Specialty milks — almond, soy, oat $1
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Syrups
$1Vanilla, sugar-free vanilla, hazelnut, caramel, sugar-free caramel, seasonal favorites
Pastries
Assorted pastries & baked goods in case at counterBites
Light and Fresh
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Berry Bliss Parfait
$7Vanilla Greek yogurt, fresh seasonal berries, granola
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Tropical Sunrise Parfait
$7Coconut yogurt, mango, pineapple, toasted coconut
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Overnight Oats
$6Rolled oats soaked in almond milk with chia seeds, honey, seasonal fruit
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Protein Power Box
$10Hard-boiled egg, sharp cheddar, apple slices, whole-grain crackers
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Avocado Toast Box
$10Smashed avocado on multigrain toast, cherry tomatoes, feta, “everything bagel" seasoning
Breakfast Sandwiches
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The Classic
$10Scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, buttery croissant
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Southwest Sunrise
$10Scrambled eggs, chorizo, pepper jack cheese, chipotle aioli, toasted brioche bun
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Veggie & Swiss
$8Fluffy eggs, sautéed spinach, mushrooms, Swiss cheese, English muffin
Signature Cocktails
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Mezcal Negroni
A smoky twist on the classic, featuring mezcal, Campari, and sweet vermouth, garnished with an orange peel
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Spiced Pear Martini
A cozy blend of spiced pear vodka, elderflower liqueur, and a hint of lemon, finished with a cinnamon sugar rim
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Black Manhattan
A bold and bittersweet variation made with rye whiskey, Amaro, and Angostura bitters, garnished with a Luxardo cherry.
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Maple Old Fashioned
A fall-inspired take on the classic, combining bourbon, pure maple syrup, and orange bitters, garnished with an orange twist
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Chai Espresso Martini
A decadent mix of vodka, espresso, chai spice liqueur, and coffee liqueur, topped with a dusting of chai spice
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Aviation
A timeless cocktail with gin, Maraschino liqueur, crème de violette, and fresh lemon juice, served with a lemon twist
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Limoncello Cosmo
A refreshing blend of limoncello, vodka, Triple sec, and cranberry juice, with a splash of lime, garnished with a lemon wheel
Draft Beer
$7-
Mich Ultra
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Tailgate Orange Wheat
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Tennessee Brew Works Hippie IPA
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Wiseacre Tiny Bomb Pilsner
Bottled Beer
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Domestic
$9Bud Light
Michelob Ultra
Budweiser
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Specialty
$10Lagunitas
New Belgium Fat Tire
The Athletic NA
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Imported
$10Stella Artois
Heineken
Modelo Especial
Wine by The Glass
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Red Wine
Twenty Acres Cabernet Sauvignon, California $11
Bread and Butter Pinot Noir, Bright California $13
Line 39 Petite Sirah, California $9
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White Wine
Twenty Acres Chardonnay, California $12
Juggernaut Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand $13
Kim Crawford Pinot Grigio, New Zealand $13
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Bubbles
$15La Marca Prosecco, Italy
Dessert
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Mixed Berry Bread Pudding
$10Fresh berries, buttery croissants, house made whipped cream
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Peanut Butter Skillet Cookie
$10Topped with salted caramel ice cream and chocolate sauce
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Basque Cheesecake
$10Topped with blueberry compote and roasted pecan pieces
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Salted Caramel Ice Cream
$5