What Are they Building in East Nashville? PART 3

This article appeared in the September 2013 issue of the East Nashvillian magazine.

From new restaurants, office space and retail to relocations and improvements, the sheer number of projects in the works right now in East Nashville is astounding.

The most exciting new development in the works is 1100 Fatherland on the empty lot across from Wax Nashville and Far East Nashville. The lot is owned by Mark and Patti Sanders, who have developed the Shoppes on Fatherland and really most of that area.  It will feature two restaurant spaces, one being the new space for Nuvo Burrito and the other still for lease.  Both restaurants will be smoke-free and will also feature 200 square feet of outdoor seating.  There will be three retail spaces, two have been reserved for successful stores that have outgrown their space down the street at the Shoppes on Fatherland and one space is still available.  Rich McCoy, the architect on the project, is excited also about the street space running through the middle of the project that can be used for receptions, or a gallery space for events.

Over at the Shoppes on Fatherland, most of the action involves businesses moving. In addition to the stores leaving their space for 1100 Fatherland, The Trunk Nashville is moving to the front facing Fatherland, and Rosebuds East is moving to one of the side shops.  Elaine Hensley, co-owner of MOXIE fearless furnishings is happy about the progress:  “Being a part of an evolving artisan and merchant community is exciting, it connects us with people around the city who support local small business.” New stores are Abode and Jones Fly Company, a fly fishing store.  Coming soon is a shop featuring hemp products.

Nearby at 10^th and Russell, architect John Root is working on a large mixed-use development with sixteen townhome row houses with a two-story commercial space anchoring the corner.

715 Woodland has broken ground. This is a large apartment project featuring 54 apartments across from East Park that will be four stories tall.

Next door at East Side Station, Nashville Sweets and Yeast Nashville are open!  Inside, East Nashville Family Medicine plans to open late this fall. Primary care will be available for all ages and will include well child and adult physicals as well as sick care. Walk-in urgent care and occupational health will also be offered. The office plans to have extended weekday hours and will have limited hours on Saturday and Sunday.

Center 615 just had their grand opening. The office spaces at 615 Main Street are almost completely leased but developer Christian Paro has co-working space available.  One of the newest tenants is Epps Interactive, an online marketing agency started by Michael Epps Utley who recently brought his company back to East Nashville from the DC area because it’s “an outstanding place to grow a creative business” due to the deep pool of local talent and the cost of living.  Another new tenant is Coles & Colomy, a web marketing firm focused on SEO, content marketing, and social media.  They have quickly grown from three employees to thirteen in the short time they have been in the building.

At Porter Road and Greenwood, near the Family Wash and Café Fundamental, coming soon is Boone & Sons Market, owned by Miguel Sanchez and Cameron Monzon. Sanchez also owns Wild & Local Foods, in the Nashville Farmers’ Market. The market will specialize in fresh produce and prepped foods, meats, seafood, soups and sides, as well as local and regional craft beers available for growlers.  They hope to be open at the end of September.

At 700 Fatherland, next to Sky Blue Café, a new home boutique called Rustique Nashville is in the works.  Owned by Erica Judd and Karin Farr, daughter and mother, the store will feature refinished furniture, home décor, gifts. They plan to be open by October.  Around the corner, in the same building facing 7th Street will be Wild Flower Salon, owned by Devin Eddins.  She also plans to be open by October.

The Krystal on Gallatin and Cahal, next to Fat Mo’s has been torn down and will be replaced by a Speedway gas station.

Mickey’s Tavern, a new dive bar, is open at 2907 Gallatin Pike. It features “No DJ’s. No bands. No karaoke. No trivia nights.” Hours are Mon-Sun 5p – 2:30a

At 972 Main Street, the Sine Systems building across from Hunter’s is empty, with a sign on the door saying “Opening Soon Mexican Restaurante”.  Hope to have an update soon.

Changes from last time

The new Japanese gastropub being built near Ugly Mugs, has changed its name to Two Ten Jack, referencing a popular casual Japanese card game.

The Post, a coffee shop/smoothie/juice place was to be opening near The Holland House. Now they are scouting a new place in the hood and want to be open by the end of the year.

Recent Closings

Stained Glass and Accessories at 1701 Fatherland.  It’s a great space for lease that anchors the corner. Across the way is the new space for Olive and Sinclair.

Feast –  in the 5^th and Main building.  No word on what is happening with that space next.

Eat Well Market at Riverside and Rosebank, across the way from the Piggly Wiggly that also recently closed.  That intersection is slated for some big changes.

East Nashville is growing and changing so fast, it’s difficult to keep up.  Hopefully this will satisfy some of your burning questions for now.  Stay tuned, there is surely more to come.