Culinary Dropout To Open at McEwen Northside in Franklin, TN
Culinary Dropout, a popular restaurant concept from Fox Restaurant Concepts, is bringing its mix of scratch-made comfort food, handcrafted cocktails, and live music to Franklin, Tennessee. The new location opens September 10, 2025, at McEwen Northside, adding another option to the growing dining and entertainment scene in Cool Springs.
Fox Restaurant Concepts in Tennessee
Culinary Dropout was created by Fox Restaurant Concepts, a Phoenix-based company founded by restaurateur Sam Fox. Known for distinctive dining brands that emphasize fresh ingredients and creative menus, Fox Restaurant Concepts has launched more than a dozen concepts nationwide.
In Tennessee, the group operates Flower Child in Franklin and Blanco Cocina + Cantina, Doughbird, Pushing Daisies, and The Henry in Nashville. Culinary Dropout has become one of their most recognizable concepts, with the Franklin opening marking the brand’s 15th location and first in Tennessee.
Culinary Dropout’s New Home
McEwen Northside has quickly established itself as one of Franklin’s most dynamic destinations. This walkable mixed-use community blends restaurants, retail, office space, hotels, and residences into an environment designed for both work and play. With landscaped streets, patios, and public gathering areas, the development offers an urban feel in the heart of Cool Springs.
As more businesses, shops, and eateries join the property, McEwen Northside continues to grow into a hub for dining and entertainment in Williamson County. For Culinary Dropout, the development provides a natural fit: a place where food, music, and community come together.
Menu and Drinks at Culinary Dropout
Culinary Dropout Franklin will feature classic American fare, including ribs, fried chicken, BBQ pork belly nachos, and pretzel bites. Several dishes also highlight an Asian influence, such as Korean-style ribeye cap, Mongolian short rib, and crispy chicken katsu.
The drinks program includes craft cocktails, local and regional beers, and non-alcoholic options. Guests can also look forward to weekend brunch, weekday happy hour specials, and a kids’ menu with favorites like chicken tenders and macaroni and cheese.
Live Music in Franklin at Culinary Dropout
Culinary Dropout is designed to be a gathering place. Guests can stick around after dinner to play games, enjoy free live music, and relax. For those searching for a new place to enjoy live music in Franklin, TN, the new Culinary Dropout offers a casual venue where food, drinks, and entertainment come together.
Culinary Dropout Franklin Details
Location: McEwen Northside, 4020 Aspen Grove Drive, Suite 101, Franklin, TN 37067
Opening Day Live Music: The grand opening features live music all day Wednesday, September 10, 2025, extending through the weekend and topped off with a performance by country-pop artist Levi Hummon on Saturday, September 13, from 8 to 9:30 pm, followed by a meet-and-greet for the first 50 diners who reserved for opening day.
Regular Music Programming: After the opening weekend, live music is scheduled regularly Thursday through Sunday.
Reservations & Hiring: Reservations are available on the Culinary Dropout website for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. The restaurant is also hiring front- and back-of-house staff, with applications accepted through Fox Restaurant Concepts’ career site.
