41 Ways to cure boredom and hunger in Murfreesboro

By Kristina Odom

Murfreesboro is one of Tennessee’s fastest growing cities according to the United States Census Bureau, coming in second on the list. With a large college-aged population due to Middle State Tennessee University (MTSU) being nestled in the center of the city, new businesses are popping up frequently to fill popular niches. With eateries, shops and nightlife, Murfreesboro has a lot to offer its growing population. Here is a list, narrowed down by location.

The Avenue

Restaurants

• Bar Louie: trendy, upscale bar with interesting fare and live music.
• Mimi’s Cafe: French inspired cafe, interesting decor.
• Which Which? Superior Sandwiches: custom-made sandwiches with many options.
• The Goat: a twist on bar food, offering unique dishes and industrial ambiance.

Shopping

• Barnes & Noble
• Bath & Body Works
• Dicks
• Best Buy
• Lizard Thicket: clothing boutique catering to Nashvillian vibe.
• World Market
• Michaels

Entertainment

• Painting With A Twist: painting with alcohol involved.

Medical Center Pkwy

Restaurants

• Burger Republic: locally owned and operated restaurant and bar serving gourmet burgers.
• Fuzzy’s Taco Shop: large taco shop, ambiance.
• First Watch: serves brunch with healthy options.
• Mission Barbeque: patriotic bbq place that honors service members of the United States.
• Nothing Bundt Cake: small bakery chain specializing in bundt cake.

Entertainment

• Murfreesboro Escape Rooms: puzzle rooms best done in groups.
• Skating rink/fountains

Murfreesboro Square

Restaurants

• Puckett’s Grocery And Restaurant: southern comfort food.
• Marina’s on the Square: homemade Italian food.
• Hattie Jane’s Creamery: ice cream bar.

Shopping

• Bink’s Outfitters

Entertainment

• Linebaugh Library
• Tempt: hip nightlife music venue.
• Vine Studio:Multi-use renatable event venue.
• Walnut House Event Venue & Recording Studios
• Main Street Music: music venue.

Other Locations

Restaurants

• Mellow Mushroom: bohemian restaurant serving gourmet pizza.
• Mayday Brewery
• Fin Fusion: sushi bar and restaurant serving best rated sushi in Murfreesboro.
• Toot’s: sports atmosphere bar food for the whole family.

Shopping

• Liquid Smoke: beer bar, bar games, cigars and hookah.
• Vapesboro Vape Shop

Entertainment

• Lanes Trains And Automobiles: Arcade, bumper cars, laser tag, and bar food.
• Flashback Arcade
• Murfreesboro Strike & Spare: Bowling alley.
• VR Lounge: Laid back virtual reality gaming lounge.
• The Center For The Arts: Historical non-profit venue for events.
• AMC Theater: Large movie theater with la-z-boy seats, alcohol and food.