The latest eat and drink news from Williamson Source brings you restaurant health inspections, and exciting new menu items. Here’s everything happening in the food and beverage scene from August 7-13, 2025.
Tennessee State Fair Returns This Week With Year Of Pork Theme, New Attractions
The Wilson County – Tennessee State Fair returns August 14-23 with agriculture focus on pork industry, featuring 63 rides, 150+ livestock shows, and live entertainment.
Published: August 13, 2025 – Link to full article
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Offers Kids Eat Free Nights
Back-to-school promotion features one free Kids Meal with $12+ purchase from 4 PM to close at participating locations starting August 11th.
Published: August 13, 2025 – Link to full article
Franklin Restaurant Receives 63 Health Inspection Score
Cafe India at 101 International Drive scored 63 points during August 7 inspection, with over 70 pounds of food embargoed due to unsafe temperatures.
Published: August 13, 2025 – Link to full article
Lowest Food Health Scores in Williamson Co. for August 13, 2025
Weekly health inspection roundup shows lowest-performing establishments with Cafe India receiving the lowest score at 63 points during routine inspection.
Published: August 13, 2025 – Link to full article
Health Scores: Williamson County for August 13, 2025
Comprehensive health inspection results from August 6-13 featuring scores for restaurants, pools, and food service establishments across the county.
Published: August 13, 2025 – Link to full article
8th & Roast Named Official Coffee Partner of Tennessee Titans
Nashville-based coffee company becomes Official Coffee Partner, providing premium coffee throughout Nissan Stadium locations with partnership continuing into new stadium.
Published: August 13, 2025 – Link to full article
Chick-fil-A Announces New Cherry Berry & Sprite and Pretzel Cheddar Club Sandwich
Limited-time menu launching August 18 features first-ever seasonal soda Cherry Berry & Sprite alongside new Pretzel Cheddar Club Sandwich and waffle potato chips.
Published: August 13, 2025 – Link to full article
Dickey’s Barbecue Celebrates National Sandwich Month
New Sandwich Buffet catering option launches for August with 10% off orders of $100+ using promo code SUNSHINE through August 31st.
Published: August 12, 2025 – Link to full article
How Preventive Maintenance Saves Restaurants Time and Money
A&M Mechanical Services shares insights on HVAC maintenance for Nashville restaurants to prevent equipment failure and reduce emergency repair costs.
Published: August 12, 2025 – Link to full article
KFC Potato Wedges and Hot & Spicy Wings Make a Nationwide Comeback
Fan-favorite items return August 18 after years of customer demand, with Potato Wedges back after five years and Hot & Spicy Wings after two years.
Published: August 12, 2025 – Link to full article
California Pizza Kitchen Makes Pizza Mac ‘N’ Cheese Official Menu Item
Previously secret menu items now available for dine-in guests alongside Nashville-Style Hot Honey Pizza and new spiked mocktail versions.
Published: August 12, 2025 – Link to full article
Krispy Kreme Pumpkin Spice Original Glazed Doughnut Returns August 11
Limited one-week availability through August 17 for iconic Pumpkin Spice Original Glazed doughnut plus three additional fall items available throughout season.
Published: August 11, 2025 – Link to full article
Your Taco Bell Hack Could Be The Next Nationwide Menu Item
New Fan Style feature lets customers create, name, and share custom orders with potential for select styles to become limited-time national menu items.
Published: August 11, 2025 – Link to full article
Crumbl Weekly Menu Through August 16, 2025
Latest cookie rotation features new Strawberry Skillet Cookie, Peanut Butter Pretzel Brownie, and Carlota de Limón Icebox Cake with Maria’s Gamesa cookies.
Published: August 11, 2025 – Link to full article
ICYMI: Sam Fox’s Culinary Dropout Restaurant to Open Soon in Franklin
Popular restaurant concept sets September 10 opening date at McEwen Northside, featuring elevated comfort food, craft cocktails, and live music programming.
Published: August 10, 2025 – Link to full article
Whataburger and “King of the Hill” Team Up
Partnership celebrates animated series return with special No. 2 Double Meat Whataburger promotion and exclusive rewards member offers through September 29.
Published: August 8, 2025 – Link to full article
Dollar General and Uber Eats Announce Partnership
Over 14,000 Dollar General and pOpshelf locations now available on Uber Eats platform with 40% off orders of $20+ using code 40GENERAL.
Published: August 8, 2025 – Link to full article
After 31 Years Jack’s Bar-B-Que Sells its Building on Broadway
Iconic Lower Broadway restaurant sells 416A Broadway building to Robert’s Western World owners, relocating smokers and famous flying pig sign.
Published: August 7, 2025 – Link to full article
CAVA Enters the Blind-Bag Chat with New Pita Chip Plushies
Hot Harissa Meal launching August 11 includes one of four surprise blind-bagged plushies inspired by fan-favorite pita chip flavors, available while supplies last.
Published: August 7, 2025 – Link to full article
Kahlúa and Dunkin’ Stir Up First-Ever Dunkin’ Cream Liqueur
New Kahlúa Dunkin’ Caramel Swirl Cream Liqueur combines Dunkin’s bestselling flavor with Kahlúa’s rum and coffee, receiving Gold award recognition.
Published: August 7, 2025 – Link to full article
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