Mike's Ice Cream Fountain offers delicious homemade ice cream in the heart of downtown Nashville. It is the perfect stop for Nashville tourists and regulars who need a place to cool off or are looking for a memorable dessert after an evening on the town. The décor at Mike's takes guests back in time to a 1950s ice cream parlor and soda fountain shop. Their most popular homemade flavors include a very yummy butter pecan and a very peanuty nutter butter. Prices are very reasonable, and the service is hometown friendly.

The Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cafe and Boutique offers guests a delightfully delicious lunch and dinner option just northeast of Nashville. This local tea house is filled with Southern charm and comfort, and serves as a perfect location for a bridal or baby shower. The menu includes a variety of scrumptious and creative sandwich options such as shaved ham with pineapple cream cheese on a cinnamon bun and ham and cheese with homemade raspberry pecan mayonnaise. The boutique at The Chocolate Covered Strawberry includes an assortment of scented selections and gift items. -Lynn-nore Chittom