A quick summer getaway may be closer than you think. Nestled off of Charlotte Pike is a group of shipping containers holding a summer paradise within the Nashville city limits. You don’t need to go to the beach to enjoy cocktails in coconuts and feel the sand beneath your toes. Three restaurants at One City have everything you need to create a perfect summer night.
 
Start your evening with fresh veggie dishes and vegan cocktails at Avo. This 100 percent plant-based restaurant has locally sourced, seasonal menu items. With an array of dishes, from Kimchi Spring Rolls and Pad Thai to classics like the Cali burger and Kale Caesar salad, Avo is sure to please every palate. Since their menu items are locally sourced, each dish has a fresh quality unmatched by other Nashville eateries.
 
Aside from the stand-out food, Avo has one menu item that must be tried. Their Avocado Margarita. This cocktail combines tequila, lime, agave, and orange juice with the creaminess of an avocado to bring a refreshing twist on a beloved classic.
 
After dinner, enjoy one of their freshly made desserts, such as a Walnut Fudge Brownie or Cashew Cheesecake, which are all still 100 percent plant-based. However, if you’re in the mood for a colder treat, step out to the patio and walk two containers down to Kokos.  
 
Also locally sourced and 100 percent plant-based, Kokos provides ice cream that is dairy and nut-free so everyone can enjoy the classic, cold treat. Made with organic coconut milk, Kokos has perfected its formula to create a vegan ice cream without sacrificing flavor or texture. It is vibrant, creamy, and full of fresh seasonal ingredients. Currently, they have fruit-forward options like She’s a Peach and Cherry Bomb along with familiar classics like Holy Chocolate and Mint Chip. However, new flavors are continually being added so there is always something for everyone to love.
 
Enjoy your ice cream in Koko's pink, tropical shop or out by the beach volleyball courts listening to the music of SandBar. Once your ice cream is complete, be sure to belly up to the bar or under a beach umbrella to enjoy SandBar’s signature cocktails.
 
Sandbar is a locally owned and operated bar with a laid-back, beach-side feel. You’ll be transported out of the city to an island paradise complete with sand volleyball and tropical cocktails. Enjoy any of their long list of beers, fresh cocktails, or specialty frozen drinks, but to truly feel like you are under the palm trees, be sure to order their Fresh Coconut. Opened right in front of you at the bar, this drink consists of only coconut water and rum. It’s a great refreshing cocktail to taste between games or after dinner. Try it with the coconut or pineapple-flavored rum to bring the drink to another level. With its sand courts, relaxing vibes, and coconut cocktails, SandBar is the perfect spot to end your tropical staycation.
 
What are you waiting for? The perfect summer getaway is waiting for you just around the corner at One City.