The first Tennessee location of the popular feel-good eatery from acclaimed restaurateur Sam Fox and Fox Restaurant Concepts opens today.
NASHVILLE, TN – Flower Child, a well-known and quickly growing full-kitchen, fast-casual restaurant from eleven-time James Beard nominated restaurateur Sam Fox, is now open at Southside at McEwen in Franklin. This is the first Tennessee location of the beloved eatery known for happy, feel-good eats and drinks.
“The wait is finally over, and we are beyond excited to open the doors of Flower Child in Franklin,” said Fox Restaurant Concepts (FRC) Founder Sam Fox. “Flower Child has become a favorite among our restaurants, and we are so happy to open our first Tennessee location. We can’t wait to welcome in our new friends and neighbors for a healthy, delicious, and uplifting dining experience.”
With its commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients, warm hospitality, and a feel-good atmosphere, Flower Child has gained a devoted following across the country. The menu features a variety of customizable bowls, wraps, salads, and mix-and-match veggies, grains, fruits, and proteins, making clean eating both convenient and crave-worthy. Whether guests are vegetarian, vegan, paleo, gluten-free, or simply looking for a nourishing meal, Flower Child offers an inviting and flavorful dining experience for all.
Fan-favorite dishes include the Mother Earth Bowl, featuring ancient grains, sweet potato, portobello mushroom, avocado, cucumber, broccoli pesto, charred onion, leafy greens, red pepper miso vinaigrette, and hemp seed; the Avocado Caesar with romaine, parmesan, bread crumb, chive, avocado Caesar dressing; the Chicken Enchiladas with guajillo chile, smoked gouda, poblano crema, organic black bean, roasted corn, and avocado; and the Flying Avocado Wrap with smoked turkey, gouda, romaine, tomato, and avocado hummus.
Located in the Southside at McEwen shopping center (1560 W. McEwen Drive Suite 150, Franklin Tennessee, 37067), the restaurant boasts 3,703 square feet, plus patio space, to create a unique-to-Tennessee version of Flower Child.
At Flower Child, art is more than decoration – it’s a celebration of goodness, intention, and the unique spirit of each community it serves. For the Franklin, Tennessee, location, the exterior and interior are both curated art installations that reflect the vitality of Flower Child’s food, the joy of its people, and the charm of Franklin itself.
Welcoming guests from the moment they arrive, the restaurant’s signature hand-painted lemon mural anchors the exterior. Bursting with brightness and life, the lemons symbolize the freshness and healthfulness that define Flower Child’s food and team. It’s a cheerful beacon that sets the tone for the vibrant experience within.
Inside, the art experience deepens. FRC’s talented graphic designer, Gracie Lott, led the curation and creation of the interior artwork. Her vision pays homage to Franklin’s rich history while adding original, uplifting touches that are uniquely Flower Child.
One standout series is a collection of food-inspired postage stamp prints, each designed and illustrated by Gracie. Custom-framed with thoughtfully paired patterns and colors, the series is both playful and nostalgic. Those looking closely will find subtle tributes to Benjamin Franklin, honoring his legacy in printing and namesake connection to the town.
Another hallmark of the space is the set of hand-carved wooden quote panels flanking the dining room. These pieces ground the space with timeless wisdom and a sense of calm, encouraging guests to pause, reflect, and enjoy the moment. Together, these installations create an atmosphere that feels joyful, authentic, and deeply rooted in place, just like Flower Child.
Flower Child is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with dine-in and patio dining along with a robust catering program. Additionally, guests can place to-go orders for pick-up, opt for curbside pick-up, or delivery. To enhance convenience, there is also a Flower Child app available, allowing guests to have a seamless ordering experience while earning exclusive rewards.
For more information on Flower Child and its menu, visit iamaflowerchild.com.
Flower Child is a fast-casual restaurant designed to inspire and support healthy lifestyles. As a part of Sam Fox's Fox Restaurant Concepts, the multi-location restaurant provides made-from-scratch meals accessible to a variety of dietary needs. Flower Child's menu offers customizable bowls, wraps, salads, and different mix-and-match veggies, grains, fruits, and healthy proteins, offering clean eating with convenience. Known for its cheerful staff and uplifting dining environment, Flower Child has locations in Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Florida, Indiana, Maryland, Missouri, Nevada, Oklahoma, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia. For more information, please visit iamaflowerchild.com or follow @eatflowerchild.
Our story begins with Sam Fox, a man passionate about hospitality and endlessly inspired by food and design. He opened his first concept, Wildflower American Cuisine, in Tucson in 1998, and today has introduced over a dozen ever-evolving brands, including Culinary Dropout, Flower Child, North Italia, Zinburger, Blanco Cocina + Cantina, Doughbird, The Henry, and more. Now, more than 25 years later, FRC has grown into a team of nearly 7,000 employees in more than 60+ locations spanning the country. The Fox Restaurants team is a community of creative thinkers passionate about bringing big ideas to life, creating amazing community experiences, and sharing stories over incredible food. For more, visit FoxRC.com.
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