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Nighttime street view of a lit-up restaurant in Nashville, with a bright neon “PIZZA & TAVERN” sign, cars parked outside, and a sidewalk sign nearby.

Nashville Adventures: A Perfect Couple’s Getaway

Abigail Toy

Rich and I decided it was time for some quality time together, and what better place than our favorite city – Nashville! This trip turned out to be quite the adventure, filled with amazing food, shopping wins, and even a few unexpected surprises. We explored the vibrant music scene, indulged in mouthwatering barbecue, and stumbled upon a charming little boutique that had the perfect gifts for our friends back home. As our trip progressed, we started brainstorming some nashville birthday celebration ideas, thinking about how to plan a memorable party for the next time we visited. With all the energy and excitement in the air, it was hard to believe how quickly time flew by in this lively city!

A smiling couple poses in front of a large decorative guitar display outdoors at night, capturing the lively spirit of Nashville.

Fido in Hillsboro Village: Coffee, Lunch, and Celebrity Connections

Our first stop was Fido in Hillsboro Village, and wow, was I excited to try Taylor Swift’s favorite coffee shop! The murals around the building absolutely stole my heart – there’s this adorable dog mural right on the back of Fido, and another one with these super cool dripping lips on a nearby building. Of course, we had to snap some photos!

For lunch, Rich went with his classic choice of a burger and fries, while I opted for what turned out to be one of the freshest salads I’ve ever had. But the real treats were our winter drink specials for dessert. Rich’s “Toasty The Snowman” was basically heaven in a cup – a snow day latte with sweet marshmallow and brown sugar syrup, topped with this giant toasted marshmallow. I went for the Candy Cane Mocha, which came with crushed candy canes on top. So festive and delicious!

A smiling couple poses in front of a Nashville mural featuring blue cartoon dog faces on a black brick wall.
Two chalkboard menus above a brick wall in this Nashville cafe list coffee options, featured drinks, and winter specials, including gingerbread latte and eggnog joy.
A man sits at a restaurant table in Nashville with two empty glasses and a table number 55 sign, smiling at the camera. Other diners are visible in the background.
A woman with long light brown hair, wearing a colorful pink and yellow sweatshirt and crossbody bag, smiles while sitting indoors against a white wall, bringing a touch of Nashville charm to the scene.
A man sits at a table in a Nashville café, smiling at the camera with his hands folded. Two glasses of water and a folded newspaper are on the table, while other patrons enjoy their time in the background.
A Nashville cheeseburger with pickles, a side of fries, and dipping sauce on parchment paper; in the background, a person with a salad.
A plate of mixed green salad with lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onions on a white plate; a person in a pink and purple shirt sits behind it, enjoying a fresh bite at a Nashville café.
A Nashville cheeseburger with pickles and peppers sits on parchment paper next to a serving of French fries; a salad is in the background.
Two people smiling and posing together in front of a decorated Christmas tree with ornaments and lights. A brick wall and festive string lights create a warm Nashville holiday atmosphere in the background.
Two takeaway cups of coffee sit on a dark counter in Nashville; one is topped with a toasted marshmallow on a stick and a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
A smiling couple holds coffee cups while posing in front of a white brick wall decorated with red lipstick kiss prints, capturing a playful Nashville vibe.

Shopping and Hotel Adventures in Green Hills

After lunch, I just had to check out Anthropologie at Hill Center (because, honestly, when don’t I?). Then we headed to our hotel, the Courtyard Nashville Green Hills. Oh boy, did we have an adventure there! Everything seemed fine at first, but let’s just say things got interesting…

The Mall at Green Hills was our next stop – always fun just browsing around! For dinner, we tried Dicey’s Pizza & Tavern, where we shared this amazing Cacio E Pepe pizza with chicken. Absolutely delightful!

Modern Nashville hotel room with a king bed, nightstands, a gray sofa with ottoman, floor lamp, desk chair, and patterned carpet.
Modern Nashville hotel room featuring a bed, desk, chair, wall-mounted TV, sofa, ottoman, large window, and neutral-colored decor.
A modern Nashville bathroom featuring a glass shower enclosure, a wall-mounted towel rack, and a single-sink vanity with a mirror.
Storefront display of a Louis Vuitton shop in Nashville featuring a blue and white Christmas tree made of stacked boxes, with multicolored decorations on the floor and a patchwork background.
A man stands and smiles in a Nashville shoe store, wearing a dark zip-up jacket, jeans, and brown shoes. Shelves of men's footwear are displayed behind him.
A large, guitar-shaped Nashville sign stands by the railroad tracks at night, with illuminated buildings and a partially constructed structure in the background.
Nighttime street view of a Nashville building with a neon sign reading "PIZZA & TAVERN," glowing windows, parked cars, and a sidewalk sign in the foreground.
A thin-crust pizza topped with chicken and cheese sits on a metal tray at a Nashville restaurant. Plates with "Dicey's" logo are visible in the foreground.
A slice of white pizza topped with grilled chicken sits on a plate labeled "Dicey's," offering a taste of Nashville flair.
Two people smiling for a selfie at night in front of a brightly lit pizza restaurant sign in Nashville. Urban buildings and parked cars are visible in the background.
A skeleton sits on a red and white motorcycle, holding a large pizza box labeled “Dicey’s,” inside a modern, dimly lit Nashville restaurant.
A man and woman smile for a selfie at night under string lights outdoors in Nashville.

The Hotel Saga

Now, about that hotel situation… It turned into quite the ordeal! Our room’s air conditioner wasn’t working, and it was absolutely suffocating. The staff was super helpful and moved us, but then it was like a game of musical rooms – one had cleanliness issues, another had a broken shower, and another was missing basic supplies. Total nightmare! Even though we booked through Priceline Express Deals as “non-refundable,” the hotel staff was incredible and got us a full refund. First time staying in Green Hills area, and while the staff was amazing, the room situation… not so much.

The Perch in Brentwood

After barely sleeping, we treated ourselves to breakfast at The Perch in Brentwood. The lattes and breakfast sandwiches totally made up for our rough night! Oh, and get this – on our way there, we caught a glimpse of Taylor Swift’s parents’ house. Super secure, as you’d expect, but still pretty cool to see!

A man sits at a wooden table in a Nashville cafe with two takeaway coffee cups, a glass of water, and a smartphone visible on the table.
Two people sit at a wooden table indoors in Nashville, smiling at the camera and holding white takeaway coffee cups with black lids.
Two breakfast sandwiches sit on white plates atop a wooden table; one Nashville-inspired sandwich features egg, cheese, bacon, and spinach, while the other has classic egg and cheese.
Two Nashville breakfast sandwiches on English muffins with eggs and cheese, two cups of coffee, and two packets of Cholula hot sauce sit on a wooden table; a woman uses her phone in the background.
A hand holds a Nashville breakfast sandwich with a bite taken out, revealing egg, sausage, and melted cheese inside a toasted bun.

Cool Springs Galleria: Shopping Success and Food Heaven

The highlight of our shopping at Cool Springs Galleria? Finding THE perfect dress for the upcoming Eras tour! It was meant to be – lavender, sparkly, and only $15 at H&M! It looked like something straight out of a country music star’s closet, giving total Dolly Parton/Loretta Lynn/Kacey Musgraves vibes. Even got compliments in the dressing room!

For dinner, we hit up Hugh Baby’s BBQ & Burger Shop in Berry Hill. Rich went all out with a BBQ pork and beef burger, fries, and strawberry shake, while I kept it classic with a cheeseburger and fries. Absolute perfection!

View looking up at a geometric glass ceiling with gold metal framework and modern light fixtures, capturing a touch of Nashville’s sleek, contemporary style against a blue sky with soft clouds.
A woman in a sparkly, light purple dress stands indoors in Nashville, smiling at the camera. Behind her are fans, vacuums, and another person looking at clothing racks.
Two wrapped burgers, fries, a milkshake with whipped cream, and a soft drink sit on a tray at a table inside a Nashville Hugh Baby’s restaurant. A person stands in the background.
A cheeseburger, fries, and a whipped cream-topped milkshake in a Hugh-Baby’s branded cup sit on a red tray at a Nashville restaurant table.
A woman smiles at a table in a Nashville restaurant with burgers, fries, and drinks from Hugh-Baby's in front of her.
A man sits at a table in a Nashville restaurant, holding a burger and a milkshake. Fast food items and drinks are arranged on a red tray in front of him.
A cheeseburger with visible beef and melted cheese is held in front of a cup topped with whipped cream and a cherry, both branded with “Hugh Baby’s BBQ & Burger Shop” in Nashville.
Two people smiling and posing for a selfie at night in front of Hugh-Baby's restaurant in Nashville, holding a branded cup.

Sweet Endings: Frothy Monkey on 12th South

We couldn’t leave without stopping at Frothy Monkey on 12th South. Their coffee sleeves with “Take Care of Each Other” just melted my heart! We also checked out this super cute new place called Wanna Spoon Cereal Bar – Rich is such a cereal fanatic, so we had to see it! The decor was absolutely adorable.

Before heading home, we made one final stop at Golly G’s for some late-night cake because… why not? Very much a mood, right?

A person stands smiling with arms raised in front of a floral display shaped like wings, with "NASH" spelled out in red flowers above—a vibrant nod to Nashville’s lively charm.
A hand holds a white paper coffee cup with a black sleeve that reads "take care of each other" in yellow text. In the background, a person sits blurred at what appears to be a Nashville café.
Two cups of coffee with latte art on top, placed on a wooden table in Nashville. Both cups have “Frothy Monkey Roasting Co.” sleeves.
A man stands smiling with arms raised in front of a floral wall display in Nashville that spells "NASH" and features colorful wings made of flowers.
A smiling couple takes a close-up selfie at night on a Nashville sidewalk, with colorful heart-shaped lights glowing in the background.
A man and woman smiling together outdoors at night, standing under a leafy arch decorated with white string lights in Nashville.
A building at night with a lit sign reading "Wanna Spoon Cereal Bar" in neon letters above the entrance, capturing the vibrant energy of Nashville.
A man stands in front of a vibrant Nashville mural featuring a bowl of cereal, an ice cream cone, a cup of coffee, and a large spoon painted on a brick wall.
A square piece of cake with white frosting and decorative swirls, placed on a red and white checkered paper inside a brown box, evokes the charm of Nashville’s classic Southern desserts.

Despite the hotel drama, Nashville never disappoints. Getting to spend quality time with Rich, trying new places, and finding the perfect Eras tour dress made this trip absolutely perfect. Can’t wait for our next Nashville adventure! 💕

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