We all know that Nashville has become a sort of foodie destination, with people from around the world flocking to Music City for the hot chicken and sweet Southern biscuits. But what do you go for when you want dessert? We have the answer, folks. There is simply nothing quite like a good old-fashioned milkshake, and there are quite a few places in the city that make shakes that are absolutely to die for. We recommend each and every last one of them, but just not maybe in the same day, huh? Check them out!
- Burger Republic
Burger Republic - Facebook
Burger Republic - Facebook Burger Republic now has three locations in Nashville - Mt. Juliet, The Gulch, and Nolensville. Not only do they have winners like the ABC (Assassination By Chocolate), but they also have spiked milkshakes like the Boozy Cookie Butter.
- The Grilled Cheeserie
The Grilled Cheeserie - Facebook
The Grilled Cheeserie - Facebook The Grilled Cheeserie’s restaurant in Hillsboro Village has a milkshake bar that serves up some of the best in the city. The ice cream and milk are all local and handspun right there at the bar. Pro tip: Sign up for their email list and you get a free milkshake on your birthday! 2003 Belcourt Ave
- Hugh Baby’s
Hugh Baby’s - Facebook
Hugh Baby’s - Facebook Hugh Baby’s on Charlotte (and also soon to be on West End!) is known for proving that simplicity is best when it comes to classics like hamburgers and shakes. Nothing foofy here - just chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. 4816 Charlotte Ave
- Bobbie’s Dairy Dip
Bobbie’s Dairy Dip - Facebook Bobbie’s Dairy Dip on Charlotte has long been a West Nashville staple, serving their burgers, hand dipped cones, and specialty shakes from the same location for over 50 years. If you’re looking for an incredible old-fashioned shake, look no further. 5301 Charlotte Ave
- The Pharmacy
The Pharmacy - Facebook
The Pharmacy - Facebook The Pharmacy in East Nashville is known for their legendary burgers, but their shakes should never be overlooked. They too stick to vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry, but it’s just hard to mess with the classics, you know? 731 Mcferrin Ave
- Goo Goo Shop
Goo Goo Clusters - Facebook While most folks head to the Goo Goo Shop for their namesake combination candy bars, the dessert bar at the store serves up coffee, cake, and milkshakes. We recommend the Goo Goo Brew Shake, made with coffee, ice cream, banana, cinnamon, and of course house-made salted caramel. 116 3rd Ave S
- Sip Cafe
Sip Cafe - Facebook
Sip Cafe - Facebook Sip Cafe in East Nashville often goes unnoticed when lists of east side coffee shops come up, but don’t sleep on this hidden gem - especially not with milkshakes like these. That’s right - a coffee shop that also serves milkshakes. It might be heaven. 3939 Gallatin Pike
- Mike’s Ice Cream and Coffee Bar
Mike’s Ice Cream and Coffee Bar - Facebook
Mike’s Ice Cream and Coffee Bar - Facebook Mike’s has long been a staple for downtown visitors and locals alike, and there’s a really good reason for that. Their ice cream is some of the best in the city! And when you put that ice cream in a milkshake? Well, you’ll just have to try for yourself. 129 2nd Ave N
- Rotier’s Restaurant
Rotier’s Restaurant - Facebook Known for their famous French Bread Burgers, Rotier’s has another trick up their sleeves with their homemade milkshakes. It’s the perfect way to wash down their delicious diner burgers. 2413 Elliston Pl
- Elliston Place Soda Shop
Elliston Place Soda Shop - Facebook
Elliston Place Soda Shop - Facebook Just down the street from Rotier’s is the Eliston Place Soda Shop, which has been serving Nashville for nearly 90 years! Their shakes have stood the test of time and are the best in the city. Head over to their classic diner and check it out ASAP. 2111 Elliston Pl
You’ll have to work off those milkshakes once you try them all. Try exploring the city for these spots that locals often overlook.
Burger Republic - Facebook
Burger Republic now has three locations in Nashville - Mt. Juliet, The Gulch, and Nolensville. Not only do they have winners like the ABC (Assassination By Chocolate), but they also have spiked milkshakes like the Boozy Cookie Butter.
The Grilled Cheeserie - Facebook
The Grilled Cheeserie’s restaurant in Hillsboro Village has a milkshake bar that serves up some of the best in the city. The ice cream and milk are all local and handspun right there at the bar. Pro tip: Sign up for their email list and you get a free milkshake on your birthday! 2003 Belcourt Ave
Hugh Baby’s - Facebook
Hugh Baby’s on Charlotte (and also soon to be on West End!) is known for proving that simplicity is best when it comes to classics like hamburgers and shakes. Nothing foofy here - just chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. 4816 Charlotte Ave
Bobbie’s Dairy Dip - Facebook
Bobbie’s Dairy Dip on Charlotte has long been a West Nashville staple, serving their burgers, hand dipped cones, and specialty shakes from the same location for over 50 years. If you’re looking for an incredible old-fashioned shake, look no further. 5301 Charlotte Ave
The Pharmacy - Facebook
The Pharmacy in East Nashville is known for their legendary burgers, but their shakes should never be overlooked. They too stick to vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry, but it’s just hard to mess with the classics, you know? 731 Mcferrin Ave
Goo Goo Clusters - Facebook
While most folks head to the Goo Goo Shop for their namesake combination candy bars, the dessert bar at the store serves up coffee, cake, and milkshakes. We recommend the Goo Goo Brew Shake, made with coffee, ice cream, banana, cinnamon, and of course house-made salted caramel. 116 3rd Ave S
Sip Cafe - Facebook
Sip Cafe in East Nashville often goes unnoticed when lists of east side coffee shops come up, but don’t sleep on this hidden gem - especially not with milkshakes like these. That’s right - a coffee shop that also serves milkshakes. It might be heaven. 3939 Gallatin Pike
Mike’s Ice Cream and Coffee Bar - Facebook
Mike’s has long been a staple for downtown visitors and locals alike, and there’s a really good reason for that. Their ice cream is some of the best in the city! And when you put that ice cream in a milkshake? Well, you’ll just have to try for yourself. 129 2nd Ave N
Rotier’s Restaurant - Facebook
Known for their famous French Bread Burgers, Rotier’s has another trick up their sleeves with their homemade milkshakes. It’s the perfect way to wash down their delicious diner burgers. 2413 Elliston Pl
Elliston Place Soda Shop - Facebook
Just down the street from Rotier’s is the Eliston Place Soda Shop, which has been serving Nashville for nearly 90 years! Their shakes have stood the test of time and are the best in the city. Head over to their classic diner and check it out ASAP. 2111 Elliston Pl
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