Babychan Nashville: Worth the Hype or Just Another Trend
- Michael Parise
- Aug 4
- 2 min read
Franklin to Nashville, 9 AM on the dot. My wife and I aren’t the type to stand in line for anything—food, concerts, you name it. But lately, Babychan has been everywhere. Everyone’s talking about it, and curiosity got the best of us. We figured, let’s see what all the buzz is about.
Franklin to Nashville, 9 AM on the dot. My wife and I aren’t the type to stand in line for anything—food, concerts, you name it. But lately, Babychan has been everywhere. Everyone’s talking about it, and curiosity got the best of us. We figured, let’s see what all the buzz is about.
First Impressions: The Hype is Real
We pulled up to Germantown—one of Nashville’s most up-and-coming, industrial-meets-modern neighborhoods. Babychan is tucked into a mixed-use live/work complex that’s got that rustic-meets-hip aesthetic everyone’s obsessed with right now.
Parking? Let’s just say it’s a challenge. You get one hour free, but after that, it’s $6 an hour. We made it to the line at 9:15 AM—doors had only been open 15 minutes and the line was already deep. Most of the crowd? Young, trendy, and clearly hungry for something new and Instagram-worthy.
The Food: Elevated Japanese Café Vibes
Once we finally got inside, we ordered a little bit of everything to give Babychan a fair shot:
Korubuto Sausage Tart
Curry Tart
Egg Salad Sandwich ($9)
A couple more pastries we couldn’t resist
Specialty lattes (because when in Rome, right?)
The bill came to $97. Pricey? Absolutely. But presentation was beautiful, flavors were delicate yet bold, and the experience itself felt very “big city café” — something Nashville is just now starting to catch up on in the food scene.
Service: Friendly… Mostly
The team behind the counter? Friendly, welcoming, and clearly passionate about their craft. But whoever rang us up that morning… let’s just say customer service training might not be their strong suit. A minor bump, but noticeable.
Final Thoughts: Would We Go Back?
Babychan is a vibe—no question about it. It’s fresh, exciting, and different for Nashville. But between the line, parking hassle, and higher price point, this isn’t your casual Saturday breakfast spot. It’s an experience—one worth trying at least once if you’re into unique Japanese-inspired pastries and don’t mind paying for the novelty.
That said, it’s only a matter of time before more Asian-inspired bakeries and coffee spots open in Nashville, and when that happens, Babychan could easily get lost in the shuffle.
Would we go back? Yes. But we’re not sprinting to the line again anytime soon. Maybe more of a slow walk.
Pro Tips if You’re Going:
Arrive early (doors open at 9 AM) if you don’t want to wait too long.
Plan your parking — one hour free, then $6/hour after.
Expect to spend — pastries and sandwiches add up fast.
Best for adventurous eaters who want to try something different in Nashville’s evolving food scene.
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