Grindstone Cowboy, the popular Tennessee-based coffee bar, restaurant and live-music venue, is officially open at 100 South Spring Street in historic downtown Shelbyville. The grand opening brings a revitalized 12,000-square-foot space featuring craft coffee, full-service restaurant, performance venue, speakeasy and future rooftop terrace.
Country star Craig Campbell and his wife, Mindy, founded Grindstone Cowboy and its first award-winning location in Eagleville, Tenn. in 2022. Since its opening, it has become known for its community-focused approach, craft beverages and live entertainment. For the second location, the Grindstone Cowboy founders partnered with Mike and Beth Davis of Shelbyville. The opening is expected to boost downtown Shelbyville’s vibrancy, providing a new gathering place for locals and visitors alike.
“This location represents a big step for us and for Shelbyville,” said Craig Campbell. “We’re excited to offer a space where people can connect over food, music and community in the heart of downtown.”
Dowdle Construction Group, an award-winning Nashville-based general contractor, led the renovation. “We’re honored to have partnered with Craig and Mindy Campbell on the newest Grindstone Cowboy location,” said Chase Manning, principal at Dowdle Construction. “Bringing their vision to life while preserving the historic charm of downtown Shelbyville was an exciting challenge.”
As the general contractor for the project, Dowdle completed:
· Structural repair and selective demolition of the historic downtown building to accommodate modern use while preserving character.
· Interior build-out of two full floors, including dining and lounge areas, performance space and acoustic enhancements for live music. Design and construction of a speakeasy and elevated rooftop terrace, overlooking the Shelbyville square.
· Coordination of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, AV and acoustic systems to support high-capacity events and hospitality operations.
· Compliance with historic-district guidelines in downtown Shelbyville and coordination with city leadership and stakeholders.
The new Shelbyville location is now open and operates from Monday to Thursday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
About Grindstone Cowboy
Founded by Craig and Mindy Campbell, Grindstone Cowboy began as a coffee bar in Eagleville, Tenn., and has grown into a multi-concept destination for food, drinks, and live music. The Campbells are recognized in the Tennessee hospitality and music scenes for their innovative concepts and dedication to community engagement. For more information visit thegrindstonecowboy.com.
About Dowdle Construction Group Dowdle Construction Group is a Nashville-based general contractor specializing in both public and private sector commercial construction. For over 30 years, Dowdle has built a reputation for conducting business with integrity, honesty, and a commitment to communicating and working through the details. Dowdle’s collaborative projects have been recognized for their excellence by the Urban Land Institute Nashville, the Historical Commission of Metropolitan Nashville, the American Institute of Architects local chapter and other industry organizations. For more information visit dowdleconstruction.com.
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