Brightside Bakeshop
713 Porter Rd, Nashville, TN
Crema's Take
“This East Nashville gem has earned its near-perfect rating through obsessively crafted pastries that locals compare favorably to the best coasts—their chocolate croissant is genuinely life-changing, with that perfect flaky-to-crispy ratio and a whisper of sea salt that elevates it above the ordinary. Whether you're grabbing a quick breakfast pastry (the everything bagel and seasonal danishes are phenomenal) or settling in for a slower morning, the warm, attentive staff and inviting space make it feel like a neighborhood discovery rather than a destination spot. It's the kind of place where the hype is actually justified.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
Literally the best chocolate croissant I have ever had in the US—and I’m comparing to even places like NYC, SF, etc.. It’s nice and flakey and really like the touch of salt they put on top to add flavor. However, there was one time around 2022 when we ordered a box of assorted…
We love brightside! We pick up pastries almost every weekend and think they have the best pastries in Nashville. I’m a big fan of the cheesecake danish and the everything bagel.
Wow wow wow!! Delicious. We enjoyed the cinnamon roll, everything bagel, and almond danish. Can’t wait to try some of their other items.
Surprise discovery in East Nashville and I am obsessed! They also have a location in West, but I have not been there. Their pastries are delicious and their employees are so great. They do seasonal/monthly special creations that switches up the menu and gives more items to try.…
With the 5.0 star rating and several hundred reviews, I was a little suspicious but had to see if it was worth the hype bc I love to find a new great pastry spot. And this is it! It’s a bit out of the way and their hours are so limited but I finally made it out and made sure to…
Crema Reviews
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