For richer or pour over, Nashville’s coffee shops are what keep us going in the morning.
Music City has no shortage of aromatic roasts and foamy lattes — in fact, we’ve rounded up 50+ spots below. If you’re having trouble deciding on a spot, gather some brews clues with our guide to some of the best coffee shops in Nashville.
Pro tip: If you need to refine your order, review the different kinds of coffee before stepping up to the counter.
Trendy and new
Verna Cafe and Bar, 210 Louise Ave.
The new all-day restaurant taking over the former Cafe Coco space isn’t just about coffee — though the drink menu is a draw. From playful lattes like the Banana Puddin’ (espresso with banana pudding milk) to plenty of food options, there’s much to explore.
Morning Glory Cafe, 1208 Buchanan St.
Step out of the heat and into a fresh space with local art lining the walls. Along with coffee and baked goods, you’ll find juices from The City Juicery for days when you’re in the mood for cold-pressed sips.
The Loading Dock, 906 Buchanan St.
Like the original location, the cafe is filled with colorful decor, local art, and greenery. It also boasts a menu of espresso drinks, breakfast dishes, and sandwiches that made it a community staple when it opened in Wedgewood-Houston in 2018.
Fly Pelican Fly, 1101 McKennie Ave.
East Nashville food hall The Wash has plenty of beverage options, thanks to Fly Pelican Fly’s coffee, house-made juices, and beer.
Interesting interiors
Cafe Babu, 1044 3rd Ave. S.
The Chestnut Hill coffee shop boasts indoor and outdoor seating + specialty drinks, pastries, and sandwiches. Try this: Babu Latte made with cardamom syrup (served hot or iced).
Crossroads Cafe, 1603 Buchanan St.
Enjoy your drinks and treats while watching playful adoptable cats through a large viewing window, or book a 30-minute reservation to visit with the cats in the jungle-themed playroom.
Dawn Cafe + Market, Locations vary
With cafes inside Nashville’s Bode and Drift hotels, Dawn serves breakfast and lunch classics and a full menu of Good Citizen Coffee.
Headquarters, 4902 Charlotte Ave.
This coffee shop’s cozy 9-ft wide interior was once a storage room for a dry goods store and features original signage from the 1800s. Pro tip: Head to the back deck and patio area for more seating.
Weak Coffee, 1102 Riverside Dr.
In true Music City fashion, you can find this coffee cart in the corner of Nelson Drum Shop.
Drug Store Coffee, 200 4th Ave. N.
On theme with its name, this street-level shop inside hotel Noelle was previously home to the drug store counter at Noel Place.
Forevermore, 400 Cleveland St.
Shop clothing and curated goods while you sip. Plus, don’t miss the chance to pose in the photo booth.
Café ROOTED, 305 11th Ave. S.
The cafe is connected to footwear and apparel store ROOTED, meaning you can sip on lattes, matcha, and other beverages while you shop.
Fast Times, 1119 Halcyon Ave.
Tucked inside Buck Mason’s 12 South store, this combination coffee shop and bookstore offers a straightforward menu with hot and iced espresso drinks and matcha.
Pinkies up while sipping on a cortado from Crema. | Photo by @foodmanchan
Espresso yourself
Crema Coffee Roasters, Locations vary
If you can’t get enough of Crema’s espresso drinks, book a coffee class to learn from the pros.
Sump Coffee, 8 City Blvd.
Take your time and order a cup (or two) with free street parking around the coffee shop.
Hanna Bee Coffee, 1035 W. Eastland Ave. #1045
Keep it simple or sip on a variety of specialty drinks. Pro tip: Coffee and a new book go hand-in-hand — pick up a read at The Bookshop next door.
Retrograde Coffee, Locations vary
In addition to caffeinated staples like espresso drinks and drip coffee, Retrograde serves breakfast and lunch bites.
No Free Coffee, 915 Buchanan St.
The coffee shop is known for its experimental pop-ups all over, but Nashville is lucky to have a brick-and-mortar cafe location.
Petrichor, 2506 Bransford Ave., Ste. 100
The concept by Sump Coffee operates at Broadstone Berry Hill and offers free garage parking, making it that much easier to sip on pour over coffee, teas, and espresso drinks.
Be sure to follow Bagelshop on Instagram for special food and coffee collabs. | Photo by Casey Mabry via Bagelshop
Where to write your novel
Bagelshop, 2708 Old Lebanon Rd.
Pair your cup of joe with hand-rolled and kettle-boiled bagels, a yogurt bowl, and other treats.
Humphreys Street Coffee, 424 Humphreys St.
The Wedgewood-Houston coffee shop is located in a converted 1929 church building with tall ceilings and natural light.
Primitive Coffee, 2601 Nolensville Pk.
Beyond its coffee and pastry offerings, the business serves Harding House beer. As a bonus, you can head just around the corner to Phonoluxe Records for some vinyl shopping.
Late night lattes
Deir Cafe, 711 Hagan St.
The cafe in Wedgewood-Houston serves lattes flavored with cardamom, lavender, and pistachio, as well as a variety of chai, matcha, and mocktail drinks. If you’re hungry, add on a sweet or savory croissant.
Sip Cafe, 3939 Gallatin Pk.
This East Nashville spot is part coffee shop, part ice cream parlor serving Mike’s Ice Cream. If it feels like you’ve stepped back in time, you’re not imagining it — Sip is housed in a former bank with retro features.
Americano Lounge, 434 Houston St., Ste. 120
For late-night coffee lovers, try Americano Lounge for craft coffee, jazz, and good vibes — open until midnight Wednesday through Saturday.
Best bites
Frothy Monkey, Locations vary
With cafes all around Nashville, you’re never too far from Frothy’s locally-roasted coffee and breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes.
Caliber Coffee Co., 2513 Lebanon Pk.
In addition to coffee, frappes, and smoothies, this Donelson cafe has all-day breakfast, soups, salads, and sandwiches.
TashTea Cafe, 5372 Mt. View Rd.
This cafe offers Kurdish and Turkish coffee and teas alongside breakfast and brunch dishes perfect for sharing — think: sizzling menemen, pogaça (stuffed yeast bread filled with feta cheese or olives), and family-style breakfast spreads loaded with cheese, olives, fruit, and house-made börek.
Yeast Nashville, Locations vary
Whether you’re at the East Nashville or Donelson location, expect kolaches baked fresh daily, breakfast tacos, and an espresso lineup with 10+ syrup options to mix things up.
Fido, 1812 21st Ave. S.
With plenty of seating, this full-service coffee shop and restaurant opened in 1996 and is a part of the Bongo Java family.
Flora + Fauna, 747 Douglas Ave.
Decorated with lush greenery throughout, Flora + Fauna roasts its coffee in house and sources local and seasonal ingredients for its food and drink menus.
Stompin’ Grounds, 201 8th Ave. S.
Grab a cold brew to-go or sit down in the restaurant for breakfast or lunch.
Dose, Locations vary
Pair the coffee shop favorite Barcelona (draft iced coffee with salted whipped cream) with a rosemary biscuit sandwich or avocado toast.
Pro tip: Arrive at Dose early for the best variety of pastries and other treats. | Photo by @nashfoodfan
Roasts to boast
Bongo Java, Locations vary
Celebrating over 30 years, Bonga Java is considered Nashville’s oldest coffeehouse and boasts more than 30 blends and coffee subscriptions.
Steadfast Coffee, 603 Taylor St.
Steadfast is a local roastery and coffee shop known for its small-batch approach to roasting.
8th & Roast, Locations vary
This full-service coffee shop and craft coffee roastery serves cold brew, nitro coffee, matcha drinks, and more.
Stay Golden, 93040 51st Ave. N.
Try this: Stay Golden’s “augmented coffee” offerings, including flash-chilled coffee and rested espresso.
Prickly Pear Coffee Co., Locations vary
Coffee with a side of flowers? Flourish by Avery Liz Design Company opened at the Division Street location in late 2024.
On-the-go joe
Matryoshka Coffee, 370 Herron Dr. #4
This micro cafe is bursting with color and features drinks made with edible glitter and house-made syrups and sauces. Heads up: Matryoshka is undergoing renovations and is expected to reopen in late April 2025.
OSA Coffee Roasters, Locations vary
OSA’s Edgehill and East Nashville locations offer small-batch, locally roasted coffee. In a hurry? The walk-up windows make it easy to grab your coffee and pastry orders.
Farm City Coffee, 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd.
What started as a coffee trailer is now a Nashville Farmers Market staple that serves up coffee, soda, lemonade, and shakes to fuel your shopping. If you see pink signage, you’re in the right place.
Sam & Zoe’s, 525 Heather Pl.
If you can’t sit and stay awhile, order ahead and use the drive-thru for easy pickup. On hot days, cool off with a snowcap made with sweetened condensed milk, half and half, and espresso.
Elegy Coffee, Locations vary
Try this: The coffee shop’s popular honey bear latte made with cold brew, oat milk, burnt honey, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
Elixr Coffee Roasters, 5045 Broadway
Whether downtown traffic has you behind or you’re in a rush to get to a show, Elixr’s convenient Fifth + Broadway location means you don’t have to sacrifice your caffeine intake.
White Bison, Locations vary
With several Nashville stores, getting your White Bison fix is made convenient. Plus, you’ll love the grab-and-go food options to accompany your caffeinated treat.
High Point Coffee, 1009B 17th Ave. S.
This coffee shop with Mississippi roots serves 10+ bagel sandwiches on plain, whole wheat, everything, and jalapeno cheddar.
The Cafe at Framework, 1411 4th Ave. S.
When you’re not using Framework’s sauna and cold plunge services, pop into the cafe for coffee, tea, zero-proof cocktails, and Radish Kitchen salads.
Surefire Coffee Co. | Locations vary
The coffee shop takes its “get outside” motto seriously. Order at the walk-up window and grab a table on the patio if you have time in Germantown or swing by the East Nashville Airstream. There’s a Brentwood outpost, too.
Latte art
Paradeisos Coffee Company, 2813 West End Ave.
The coffee shop by People Loving Nashville, a nonprofit assisting Nashville’s unhoused community, funnels proceeds back into the organization’s mission to provide jobs and food for those who need it.
Tempo, 2179 Nolensville Pk.
Try this: One of nine breakfast taco varieties and a flat white, cortado, or horchata.
Honest Coffee Roasters, Locations vary
Start the day off right with an Instagram-worthy cup of joe with espresso drinks like “The First Lady” and “The Roosevelt.”
The Well Coffeehouse, Locations vary
Ditch the iced coffee so you can marvel at the latte art or beat the heat with frozen lattes.
Coffee (with a side of tea)
Neighborlily, 606 Monroe St.
Beyond its coffee offerings, stop by the combination cafe and floral concept in Germantown to try various hot and iced teas.
The Horn, 619 Murfreesboro Pk.
This South Nashville spot has been serving Somali chai and signature sambusas for over a decade. The chai — a blend of East African black tea, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves — is also available packaged to take home.
International Tea and Coffee Company, 1100 Fatherland St., Ste. 104
With coffee and tea in the name, it’s no surprise you have 60+ beverages to choose from. Visit during happy hour (weekdays from 2 to 4:30 p.m.) to pair your sips with bao buns, hummus, whipped feta, and smash burgers.
Ugly Mugs Coffee and Tea, 1886 Eastland Ave.
Try this: The Earl Palmer made with iced Earl Grey and fresh mint lemonade.
Be the barista
Shop our favorite coffee essentials to turn your house into our city’s next great coffee destination.
- For a French Press that lasts, avoid breakable glass options and opt for stainless steel — this Secura French Press is highly rated and comes in multiple colors.
- Bloom pourovers like a pro with elegant gooseneck design of the COSORI Electric Gooseneck Kettle.
- These double walled glass espresso cups or these handmade ceramic espresso cups will set your home cafe apart.
- Hide coffee stains under espresso makers with this absorbent drying mat that sucks up coffee drops like magic.
- For the sleekest coffee accessories imaginable, shop the Fellow collection for coffee bean grinders, kettles, and carafes.
- Ready to go all in? The Breville Barista Espresso Machine is a best-selling espresso machine that makes coffee shop-worthy lattes, cappuccinos, and espresso at home.
