Émeraude Bakery Expands to Larger Mt. Juliet Space

Émeraude Bakery will relocate to a new facility in Mt. Juliet in February 2027, doubling its available square footage to support increased production.

Owner Hunter Briley confirmed the move on November 13, marking the bakery’s second anniversary. The business currently operates from 9904 Lebanon Road, a space that began as a hobby in Briley’s basement before expanding into a full-time commercial kitchen. The bakery now produces more than 25,000 loaves of bread annually, along with cinnamon rolls and other pastries.

The relocation is partly driven by city planning projects. Mt. Juliet officials are widening Lebanon Road, a project that will likely eliminate the building at 9904 Lebanon Road. Briley stated that he had already considered expanding when he learned of the road work. Instead of closing, the bakery will move down the street to a new location situated beneath Nutrition Nova. This building is also preparing to host a new location for Nicoletto's Italian Kitchen.

The new facility will offer more than 3,000 square feet of workspace. Briley plans to complete 2026 operations at the current Lebanon Road site. The transition to the new space will occur in January 2027, with a targeted opening in February. The expansion aims to upgrade both the production area and the retail operation.

In an official announcement, Briley reflected on the bakery’s growth. “Two years ago, we were just trying to figure out how to make enough bread for our neighbors without completely taking over our house,” he said. “I never imagined we'd be standing here today, selling out every day, producing thousands of baked goods every week and announcing that we've already outgrown our first bakery.” He noted that the community supported the business when it converted an old gun range into a bakery. “This next chapter is about continuing to grow without losing what made people fall in love with us in the first place,” he added.

The bakery is launching a Kickstarter fundraising campaign through emeraudebakery.com to support the move. Additionally, Briley is collaborating with Barrel House for a special ramen event on Friday, November 13. The event will feature hakkō fermented sourdough noodles prepared by Briley and 200 bowls of ramen made by the Barrel House crew. The first-come, first-served event begins around 4 p.m. and continues until the food is gone, with no preorders accepted.