Handcrafted coffee, small-batch pastries, and curated groceries — made with intention in the heart of Franklin.
Highbrow Brew was born from a simple conviction: Franklin deserves a place where coffee is treated as craft, pastries are made by hand, and every detail matters. We opened our doors on Forrest Drive to be more than a café — we wanted to be a gathering place that reflects the character of this community.
Every espresso is pulled with precision. Every croissant is folded by hand. Every item on our shelf is chosen because we'd proudly serve it to our own family. From our single-origin pour-overs to our locally sourced grocery finds, quality isn't a marketing term here — it's the standard.
Whether you're grabbing a morning coffee before work, settling in with a book and a pastry, or picking up ingredients for dinner, we've built something special for Franklin — and we're proud to call it ours.
From your first sip to your last bite — everything is made with purpose.
Our signature blend — balanced, smooth, with notes of dark chocolate and toasted almond.
Slow-steeped for a remarkably smooth, low-acid finish. Served over hand-cut ice.
Every morning, our bakers craft seasonal pastries from scratch using the finest ingredients.
Highbrow Brew isn't just a café — it's a destination for quality goods. Our grocery section features a carefully curated collection of pantry staples, gourmet snacks, artisan foods, and kitchen essentials, each selected for the same standards we apply to our coffee.
From small-batch coffee beans you can take home to local honey, specialty oils, and handcrafted treats, everything on our shelves has been tasted, tested, and approved. We stock only what we'd serve at our own table.
Beans, foods & more
We're right here in Franklin — come say hello.
Map shows general area — exact location at 188 Forrest Dr, Franklin, TN 37064
Whether it's your daily ritual or a new discovery, Highbrow Brew is here for Franklin — one cup at a time.
