The Best Dessert Guide for Nashville, Tennessee
Are you a dessert fanatic visiting Nashville, Tennessee for the weekend? If so, then you’ve come to the right place! Music City has a lot to offer both locals and tourists alike, including a variety of delicious dessert eateries.
When it comes to planning your Nashville trip, you’re going to want to know about the best dessert spots to end your night of downtown partying. After a tour of the city with Tommy’s Tours, enjoy a nice cold ice cream cone at Jeni’s or a delicious Goo Goo cluster at the Goo Goo Shop! Varying in price, scenery and desserts, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best dessert spots in Nashville, Tennessee.
Here are some of the best dessert places to experience in Nashville, Tennessee:
- The Cake Project
- Christie Cookie Co.
- Coco’s Italian Market
- Goo Goo Shop & Dessert Bar
- Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream
- Retro Sno
The Cake Project
Located in the trendy area of East Nashville, The Cake Project is the perfect place for your classic dessert desires. This delicious bakery makes over 40 different cheesecake flavors from Irish cream, to cinnamon swirl, and classic strawberry. These yummy cake treats are available as a whole cake or to be purchased by the slice for pick-up or delivery. After an afternoon drink downtown, The Cake Project is the perfect place to end your evening!
Christie Cookie Co.
A recent addition to the Nashville landscape, Christie Cookie Co is located on the beautiful street of 12 South. Pop on over to the walk-up cookie window, or order some cookies to go! Christie Cookie Co. is the perfect place to enjoy a sweet treat after lunch on 12 South or after a trip to some local bars. With cookie varieties ranging from classic chocolate chip to the Brookie Brownie caramel filled cookie, you and your Nashville crew are bound to find something for everyone to enjoy.
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Coco’s Italian Market
With classic Italian desserts such as cannolis, tiramisu, limoncello mascarpone cakes, gelato, and affogato, Coco’s Italian Market is one of the most delicious local spots in town. Visit Coco’s Italian Market to get a taste of authentic Italian foods, desserts and more in Music City. After visiting some of the local stops, this delicious eatery can provide your vacation crew with a full Italian meal and unique dessert options for all to enjoy.
Goo Goo Shop & Dessert Bar
Located in the bustling heart of downtown Nashville, Goo Goo Shop & Dessert Bar has curbside pick up and delivery options. Open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., this local dessert bar offers guests the chance to design their own premium Goo Goo Cluster. With classic Goo Goo Cluster flavors, locally made ice creams and more, this is the perfect place to visit after and afternoon at the local downtown honkey tonks.
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
With multiple Nashville locations, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams can fulfill any and all of your ice cream cravings when you’re in town. With unique flavors and mix and match flavor options, it’s no surprise that Jeni’s is a favorite amongst locals and tourists alike. Get your ice cream fix with Gooey Buttercake or the delicious Froze Sorbet! Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is the perfect spot to enjoy a delicious cone or bowl this summer season.
Retro Sno
Similarly, if you’re a big fan of snow cones, then you’re in luck! A local favorite food truck called Retro Sno is a favorite amongst locals and visitors to Nashville, Tennessee. This food truck offers sweet relief in the form of fluffy shaved ice prefect for the upcoming summer days. As a food truck, Retro Sno does move their location from time to time. Be sure to check out their social media to ensure you can catch a delicious snow cone while you’re in town!
If you’re ready to see all Music City has to offer, Nashville dessert bars and all, Tommy’s Tours is the place for you!
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