Dozen Announces Relocation

After nine years in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood, beloved local bakery Dozen is announcing plans to relocate to a bigger facility in South Nashville. The move comes as the business has outgrown its current space due to increasing demand.

Owner Martha Meneely began the search for a larger location a couple of years ago with two key criteria in mind. First, finding an accessible space in the South Nashville area big enough to keep all of Dozen's departments under one roof to maintain quality and consistency. Second, owning the property to avoid being impacted by rising rental costs that have forced some Nashville restaurants to close.

After an extensive search, Dozen has partnered with The Matthews Co. to purchase a warehouse property at 2522 Grandview Ave. for around $2.8 million. The new 20,000 square foot facility will allow for expanded production and operations when it opens in early 2025.

"We are so grateful for the steady support from our Wedgewood-Houston community over the years, but we've outgrown our current space in many ways," Meneely told the Nashville Business Journal. "This move allows us to continue growing and better serve our customers. We're excited about the possibilities this new building offers."

While bigger, the new location will maintain Dozen's signature warmth and hospitality. Plans include an expansive cafe and bakery area for visitors to enjoy Dozen's famous baked goods and beverages.

"We'll miss having Dozen right around the corner, but we're thrilled they've received national recognition from publications like Condé Nast Traveler and Eater. They've helped put Wedgewood-Houston on the map," said neighborhood resident Earnest Morgan.

Dozen expects the relocation to be complete by early 2025. More details will be shared as the moving date approaches. The bakery's current Wedgewood-Houston location will remain open until the transition is finalized.