Music City may be known for hot chicken, honky tonks and country music, but the coffee shops are just as noteworthy. Whether you need a shot of caffeine, a quick bite to eat, or a temporary place to call your office, Nashville has plenty of coffee shops to keep you buzzing, eating, and working. Here’s the Nashville guru’s guide to the best coffee shops in Nashville. be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom to see cafes located inside hotels and cafes with wide windows or limited seating.
intermezzo coffee
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café intermezzo is one of downtown nashville’s most sophisticated places to enjoy coffee, brunch, lunch, dinner, cocktails and desserts. This European-inspired coffee destination offers everything from French press coffee at your table to alcoholic coffees like Cafe Salzburg. for a relaxing atmosphere off broadway, this is your place.
- neighborhood: sobro / center
- coffee: batdorf & bronson
- neighborhood: sylvan park | 8th avenue south
- coffee: 8 & roast
- neighborhoods: broken | east nashville | hillsboro town | jungle park | marathon town | german city
- coffee: barista lounge
- neighborhoods: the nations | 12 south | east nashville | center
- coffee: sparkling mono roast co.
- neighborhoods: belmont blvd | east nashville
- coffee: bongo java
- neighborhood: far west
- coffee: sinkhole coffee
- neighborhood: the nations
- coffee: honest coffee roasters
- neighborhood: sobro | east nashville
- coffee: cream
- neighborhood: wedgewood-houston
- coffee: estate, single origin, aa, certified organic rainforest coffee
- neighborhood: town of hillsboro
- coffee: bongo java
- neighborhoods: wedgewood-houston
- cafe: humphreys street cafe
- neighborhoods: east nashville | jungle park
- coffee: counterculture coffee and regional/national rotary roasters
- neighborhoods: wedgewood-houston
- coffee: there is no free coffee
- neighborhood: east nashville
- coffee: drew drinks
- neighborhood: far west
- café: café of three brothers
- neighborhood: east nashville
- coffee: retrograde coffee and regional roasters
- neighborhood: germantown
- coffee: firm coffee
- neighborhood: green hills | city center
- coffee: the well
- neighborhood: east nashville
- coffee: hanna bee
- neighborhood: center
- coffee: coffee elixr
- neighborhoods: germantown | the nations
- brown: red bicycle
- moonshot coffee bar (towneplace suites)
- poindexter (nashville graduate)
- trampling grounds (jw marriott)
- coffee in bobby (bobby hotel)
- drugstore (hotel noelle)
- killebrew (thompson hotel)
- natura (dream hotel)
- salon barista (w nashville)
- bongo java (omnihotel)
- Fun Library Cafe (Nashville Virgin Hotels)
- Soft Gas Station (East Nashville) – Outdoor Seating Only
- osa (edgehill) coffee roasters – driverless
- Headquarters (The Nations): Limited Indoor Seating
- no free coffee (wedgewood-houston) – limited indoor seating – located inside the hart
- elegy café (east nashville) – outdoor seating only
- taylor street coffee (germantown): walk-in access located inside the 100 taylor art collective (lobby seating available)
- weak coffee (east nashville) – walk-in located inside nelson’s percussion shop
- matryoshka cafe (wedgewood-houston): limited indoor and outdoor seating
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8th & roast
8th & roast has two locations on 8th avenue south and charlotte avenue (pictured above). The Charlotte Avenue location in Sylvan Park is much larger and more modern, but still maintains the cozy atmosphere of a coffee shop. For a more intimate coffee outing, head to the original location on 8th Avenue South across from Zanies Comedy Club. the atmosphere is warm with communal tables, bar seating, and a laid-back atmosphere.
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barista lounge
Barista Parlor is a premier coffee shop with locations in Gulch (pictured above), East Nashville, Hillsboro Village, Sylvan Park, Marathon Village and Germantown. it is a popular workplace and meeting place for locals. With bright interiors, impressive woodwork, and attention to detail, each location offers a clean, minimalist atmosphere. The Gulch, Sylvan Park, and East Nashville locations all have covered patios if you want to enjoy your coffee outdoors.
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sparkling jumpsuit
frothy monkey has four nashville coffee shops in the nations (pictured above), 12 each in south nashville, east nashville and downtown. there is ample seating throughout, especially double-decker tables for remote workers and students. in good weather, the 12 south location has a large front yard. if you’re looking for more space, head over to the nations location.
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java bongo
Bongo Java is considered Nashville’s oldest coffee company and the first Nashville-based roaster to offer organic Fair Trade beers. You can find Bongo Java coffee in just about every Nashville retail store, so it’s hard to miss this brand. There are two main Bongo Java locations on Belmont Blvd (the original location shown above) and East Nashville. The East Nashville location called Game Point is Nashville’s first table game cafe with over 500 games for cafe lovers to play for free. There is also a smaller bongo java operation inside the omni hotel.
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coffee sink
sump coffee is off the beaten path in the onec1ty development between west end and charlotte avenue. Sump Coffee specializes in the perfect pour over and sells dozens of delicious bakery cakes every day. if you take coffee very seriously, this is your place.
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honest coffee roasters
honest coffee roasters is found within the l&l market in the nations. This mid-century modern designed cafe is surrounded by a variety of food kiosks, small boutiques, a yoga studio and more. a great place to visit on a rainy afternoon! Honest coffee roasters partner with hard-working farmers who create fresh, high-quality coffee.
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cream
Cream has a location in Soso (pictured above) which is just steps from lower Broadway and in East Nashville on Duke Street. This popular coffee shop is serious about its in-house coffee program and its passion is contagious. They even run coffee classes that are typically offered every Friday during college semesters to help students become more confident in their coffee skills. each class is limited to 3-6 students for a more hands-on experience.
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American room
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Whether you need a caffeine fix or a bouncy cocktail, americano Lounge offers both. This New York-style lounge was built by owner Cody Pellerin. pellerin and his team completed all the construction, development, design, carpentry and lighting. And the hard work doesn’t stop there; everything is created in-house, from the cakes to the coffee and soft drinks. if you respect high quality coffee, this place is a must visit.
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fido
fido, the sister location of bongo java, is one of the metro area’s most popular coffee shops located in the heart of the town of hillsboro. With a location so close to Belmont and Vanderbilt, Fido has a young crowd of students and creatives. fido is quite spacious, but can fill up quickly at peak times. Plus, the food is just as good as the coffee.
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humphreys street
As a Harvest Hands CDC Social Enterprise, Humphreys Street is on a mission to give back to the local community. This spacious cafeteria has plenty of natural light, making it a great work environment. humphreys street roasts its own coffee and 100% of profits are reinvested in programs and scholarships that support students.
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dose.
dose. has two locations in east nashville (pictured above) and sylvan park. Both locations offer alternative coffee selections, including counterculture coffee, as well as rotating regional and national roasts. At Nashville’s East Outpost, guests can expect a full-service kitchen, bakery, and spirits (craft beers, wine, and cocktails).
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no free coffee
no free coffee is a vibrant coffee kiosk located in the heart of bentoliving chestnut hill. coffee fans can order eclectic drinks and shop for exclusive clothing. the grapefruit toostie is their most popular coffee drink and we can confirm that it’s delicious!
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ugly mugs
ugly mugs serves draw-brewed coffee that is roasted near its east nashville location. this spacious cafe features a variety of seating options perfect for studying, working, and hanging out. Are you looking to enjoy your coffee with a delicious delicacy? ugly cups sells sweet 16 and bakery dozen cakes.
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three brothers cafe
three brothers coffee is located near the vanderbilt campus, so it is often full of students studying. This cafe and espresso bar is known for its seasonal lattes, made with specialty coffee roasted in-house, and its impressive latte art. the food menu may be limited, but it’s tasty.
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retrograde coffee
Retrograde Coffee is a quaint neighborhood spot located on Dickerson Pike. Whether you’re looking to enjoy some time alone or with a friend, this cafe is the place for you. need a quick fix? order online to go. Plus, their sourdough bagels are made in-house daily.
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firm coffee
steadfast coffee is located in the bustling germantown neighborhood on taylor street. they roast their own coffee and serve breakfast and lunch daily until 2:00 p.m. m. when the weather allows it, we recommend having a coffee in its large outdoor patio. dogs are welcome!
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the well
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the well is a mission cafe focused on giving back to the community. Since its opening in 2012, the well has donated more than $200,000 to communities and individuals in need. There are two Nashville locations in Green Hills and on Music Row in downtown. stop in for great coffee and live music that plays several times a week.
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flora + fauna
Flora and fauna can be found at the Highland Yards in East Nashville. coffee lovers can expect quality roasted beers and food made from local and seasonal ingredients. This friendly cafe has a casual vibe full of greenery and relaxing vibes.
neighborhood: east nashville
coffee: flora + fauna
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hanna bee coffee
hanna bee coffee is a quaint coffee shop located in east nashville. this space was previously occupied by kettner café. are you coming to stay a while? Order from their extensive food menu with breakfast, brunch and lunch options, the Nutella Banana Toast is a must try. if you are in the city center be sure to visit their pop up at cummins station.
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elixir
elixr is a lovely coffee shop located on fifth + broadway in downtown nashville. their pink strawberry latte is a crowd favorite, it tastes as delicious as it looks. this cafe can get pretty busy on weekends, so consider yourself lucky if you get a seat.
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red bike
crepes and coffee? name a better combination! red bicycle is not only known for its delicious crepes but also for its coffee. There are two locations within the Nashville area, including Germantown and the Nations. if you have a larger group, we recommend that you check the location of the nations.
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I love coffee
even though just love coffee is a coffee shop franchise, the nashville location found a way to provide that welcoming local vibe. They not only have excellent coffee, but also breakfast, lunch and dinner. the breakfast burrito is highly recommended.
neighborhood: demonbreun hill
coffee: just love
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cafeterias inside hotels
Funny Library Coffee Shop
Hotel cafes are very popular with locals and visitors. Whether you’re staying in a hotel or just want to get in the mood, here are the best hotel coffee shop options in Nashville.
Limited seating + walk-in cafes
soft service station – cafeteria with soft service
Sometimes the best coffee comes from the smaller shops with limited seating, outdoor-only seating, or walk-up windows. When you’re looking for a quick visit to a coffee shop, check out these popular Nashville spots.
If your favorite coffee shop isn’t on the list, let us know in the comments section below!
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