Franklin, TN Is Heating Up — And We’re Not Just Talking About the Weather: Welcome to the New Foodie Capital of the South
- Michael Parise
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
By, Michael Wheels Parise
Franklin, TN — once known only for history and hospitality — is quickly becoming a top destination for food lovers in the South. From world-champion pizza to authentic Italian markets and everything in between, Franklin is proving it can compete with the best.
🍕 Slice House: World Champion Pizza Hits Main Street
Franklin’s pizza scene just leveled up. Slice House by Tony Gemignani, run by a 13-time World Pizza Champion, now serves up New York, Sicilian, Detroit, and Grandma pies right in the heart of downtown. Fast, casual, and unforgettable — their local special “The Lawdog” is a must-try.
🇮🇹 Little Hats: A Taste of Italy Without Leaving Tennessee
Located in the Meridian Cool Springs development, Little Hats Italian Market brings Italian-American food culture to life. With gourmet sandwiches, house-made pasta, and imported olive oil, this spot is both a neighborhood favorite and a foodie destination.
🌿 Farm-to-Table That’s Actually Farm-to-Table
Franklin chefs are building menus based on what’s fresh and local. At places like Red Pony and Cork & Cow, relationships with local farms deliver rotating, seasonal plates that showcase real Tennessee flavor — without the fluff.
🏛️ Historic Downtown Meets Culinary Innovation
Main Street isn’t just pretty — it’s packed with flavor. You’ll find modern concepts like Two Hands Café sharing space with Southern staples. The Factory at Franklin continues to evolve into a hub for creative food ventures and artisan eateries.
🔥 Why Franklin’s Food Scene is Booming
Rapid population growth = rising demand for great food
New developments like Canteen & Meridian mean more restaurant space
Big brands like In-N-Out betting on Franklin = food economy is hot
Local events like Hot Chicken Week and seasonal food crawls draw thousands
🍴 What’s Next?
Expect more:
Chef-driven restaurants
Cultural cuisine (Middle Eastern, Latin fusion, etc.)
Events, markets, cooking classes & tasting tours
Franklin is building not just a food scene — but a culinary identity.
📢 Final Bite
From world-famous pizza to imported cheeses and Southern fine dining, Franklin is rewriting the foodie map — one bite at a time.
And just like the food, the businesses here are personal, passionate, and rooted in community — just like us at Legally Yours TN. Local, unique, unforgettable.
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