Merridee's Breadbasket

Merridee's Breadbasket Merridee's Breadbasket is a bakery and restaurant located in downtown Franklin, TN.

Merridee McCray, the founder of Merridee’s Breadbasket, grew up baking breads, pies and sweets from scratch with her mother. It was a tradition passed on to her by her grandmother, Anna Maria Faust, who once served as head cook for the Pillsbury family. When Merridee passed away in 1993, Jim Kreider bought Merridee’s Breadbasket. Today, Jim and his exceptional team are still making everything from

scratch, creating products that not only have a great taste, but are nutritional as well. Merridee’s features a variety of baked goods, homemade soups, quiches and fresh salads.

The sweetest afternoon plans are usually the simplest. 🤎A table for two, something homemade and a little extra time with...
09/02/2026

The sweetest afternoon plans are usually the simplest. 🤎

A table for two, something homemade and a little extra time with your favorite person. Stop by Merridee’s for an afternoon treat—and a memory worth savoring. 🥐

Well, somehow it’s already the last day of August—and a holiday weekend is headed our way 🥧🇺🇸Whether you’re hosting the ...
08/31/2026

Well, somehow it’s already the last day of August—and a holiday weekend is headed our way 🥧🇺🇸

Whether you’re hosting the whole family, headed to a cookout or simply volunteered to bring dessert, let Merridee’s handle the baking. Our homemade pies make every gathering a little sweeter—and save you from turning on the oven. That’s what we call a holiday win.

Get your Labor Day weekend orders in early, then all you have to do is pick up, show up and take the compliments 🤎

Honey, some problems simply cannot survive a hot cup of tea and a basket full of something sweet. 🫖✨Pull up a chair, sta...
08/28/2026

Honey, some problems simply cannot survive a hot cup of tea and a basket full of something sweet. 🫖✨

Pull up a chair, stay awhile, and let Merridee’s make your Friday just a little softer—and a whole lot more delicious. Because around here, we believe the weekend should begin with extra icing and absolutely no rushing.

Come see us in Downtown Franklin, sugar. We saved you a seat. 🤍

Well, sugar, if this isn’t the sweetest way to spend a Friday. 🍦💛A homemade Merridee’s ice cream sandwich, covered in sp...
08/28/2026

Well, sugar, if this isn’t the sweetest way to spend a Friday. 🍦💛

A homemade Merridee’s ice cream sandwich, covered in sprinkles and officially kid-approved—although the grown-ups have been known to claim one for themselves, too.

Come see us in Downtown Franklin and start your weekend with something sweet. It’s Friday, after all, and calories don’t count when they’re made with this much love. Bless it. ✨

“Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” — Dolly Parton 🤍Dolly showed the world that you can dream big, stay true to...
08/27/2026

“Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” — Dolly Parton 🤍

Dolly showed the world that you can dream big, stay true to your roots and lead with kindness through it all. Today, we’re remembering a Tennessee treasure whose light, music and generous spirit will live on for generations.

Thank you for making the world a little brighter, Dolly. Tennessee will always love you 🦋

Monday called. We answered with French Toast Casserole🍓Thick, golden, topped with fresh strawberries and powdered sugar—...
08/24/2026

Monday called. We answered with French Toast Casserole🍓

Thick, golden, topped with fresh strawberries and powdered sugar—and available for catering when you need to feed a crowd without lifting a finger.

Because Monday mornings are hard enough. Let Merridee’s handle breakfast.

📍Downtown Franklin

Friday plans: secure the cinnamon round and mind your business 🤎Fresh-baked, generously iced, and ready to make your wee...
08/21/2026

Friday plans: secure the cinnamon round and mind your business 🤎

Fresh-baked, generously iced, and ready to make your weekend significantly sweeter at Merridee’s Breadbasket in downtown Franklin.

Rainy Thursday mornings call for coffee, comfort food and absolutely no unnecessary waiting ☕️🌧️Order your Merridee’s fa...
08/20/2026

Rainy Thursday mornings call for coffee, comfort food and absolutely no unnecessary waiting ☕️🌧️

Order your Merridee’s favorites ahead at merridees.com, skip the line and let us have breakfast or lunch ready when you arrive. Because the only thing better than a cozy sandwich and a bag of chips on a rainy day is not having to stand around in wet shoes to get it 😉

📍 Downtown Franklin, Tennessee

A little blue awning, a whole lot of Franklin history 💙For more than 40 years, Merridee’s has been serving up scratch-ma...
08/19/2026

A little blue awning, a whole lot of Franklin history 💙

For more than 40 years, Merridee’s has been serving up scratch-made Southern favorites, fresh-baked treats and plenty of good coffee right here in the heart of downtown Franklin.

Come hungry. Leave happy. We’ll save you a seat ☕️🥐

📍110 4th Avenue South, Franklin, TN

Address

110 4th Avenue S
Franklin, TN
37064

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 7am - 6pm
Saturday 7am - 6pm

Telephone

+16157903755

Website

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