Website: https://produceplace.com/
The Produce Place is a natural and local food grocery store located in Nashville, Tennessee. The store describes itself as “Nashville’s oldest natural & local food grocery store” and emphasizes fresh produce, organic groceries, and locally sourced items. It positions itself as a community hub that connects shoppers with local farmers and small businesses, and it has served the Nashville community for more than three decades. The store offers both in-store shopping and online ordering.
Products
The Produce Place specializes in “a variety of local fruits and vegetables grown in the area,” with an inventory that rotates throughout the year based on what is in season. Alongside fresh produce, the store carries organic groceries, natural products, and other locally sourced items.
Because the store prioritizes seasonal and local sourcing, its selection changes across the year. Spring offerings include asparagus, strawberries, leafy greens, and root vegetables. Summer brings a broader selection, including berries, stone fruits, tomatoes, peppers, melons, and corn. Fall features apples, grapes, squash, pumpkins, mushrooms, and various beans. The store notes that staff are available to help customers locate specific items, stating that “we are happy to assist you” with special requests.
The Produce Place also operates an online shop at shop.produceplace.com, offering online shopping with same-day delivery and in-store pickup options. This online channel allows customers to browse and order items without visiting the store in person, while still drawing from the same selection of natural, local, and seasonal goods that the physical store carries. For shoppers who prefer to come in, staff remain on hand to point out current arrivals and to help track down particular products that may not be immediately visible on the shelves.
About
The Produce Place was established in 1988 by Barry Burnette. Over more than three decades, the store describes itself as having “become a cherished community hub” that connects shoppers with local farmers and small businesses. The store’s model centers on prioritizing seasonal, locally sourced produce and supporting local farmers and sustainable farming practices. Rather than offering year-round consistency, the store encourages customers to explore what is currently available in season. The Produce Place features local vendors, hosts upcoming events, and mentions volunteer opportunities, reflecting its emphasis on community engagement.
Location & Contact
The Produce Place is located at 4000 Murphy Road, Nashville, TN 37209. The store can be reached by phone at 615-383-2664. Online orders are available through shop.produceplace.com.
Listed store hours are Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Additional Information
The Produce Place maintains an active social media presence on Instagram (@produceplace) and Facebook (@theproduceplacenashville). The store website includes pages such as What To Expect, Local Vendors, Upcoming Events, a Gallery, Contact, and the online Shop. With its focus on seasonal local produce, support for area farmers, and community-oriented programming, The Produce Place serves shoppers in Nashville looking for natural and locally sourced groceries.
Profile compiled from the company’s official website (produceplace.com).