07.25.2023

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Your guide to Nashville’s coffee shops

For richer or pour over, Nashville’s coffee shops are what keep us going in the morning.

Music City has no shortage of masterful baristas, aromatic roasts, and foamy lattes. But 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.

Interesting interiors

The Loading Dock, 2028A Lindell Ave. | Kick start your morning with a cup of The Loading Dock’s cold brew surrounded by plants, wall decor, and comfy furniture. Bonus: Breakfast is served all day.

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.

A cup of espresso on a wooden table — Pinkies up while sipping on a cortado from Crema. | Photo by @foodmanchan

Espresso yourself

Crema Coffee Roasters, Various locations | 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.

Retrograde Coffee, 1305 Dickerson Pk. | Sip on caffinated staples or try a seasonal drink with locally-sourced syrups. Plus, the coffee shop is opening a new location in The Nations in September.

Where to write your novel

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-Saturday.

Humphreys Street Coffee, Various locations | The Wedgewood-Houston location is a converted 1929 church building with tall ceilings and natural light. Pro tip: Don’t miss out on the seasonal drinks.

A silver Airstream parked on a gravel lot with picnic table seating, umbrellas, and string lights. — Order a latte from Surefire Coffee Co. before exploring Music City. | Photo by NASHtoday

On-the-go joe

Surefire Coffee Co., 1421B 2nd Ave. N. | 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.

Matryoshka Coffee, 370 Herron Dr. #4 | This 300-sqft micro cafe is bursting with color and features drinks made with edible glitter, Oreo-steeped milk, and house-made syrups and sauces.

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Events

Tuesday, July 25

Maggie Rogers | Tuesday, July 25 | 8 p.m. | Ascend Amphitheater, 310 1st Ave. S. | $54+ | Join the artist for her summer tour with special guest Soccer Mommy.

Wednesday, July 26

Family Program: Mini Musical Instrument Petting Zoo | Wednesday, July 26 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S. | Cost of admission | The perfect opportunity for adults, families, and kids of all ages to try new and familiar instruments.
Dominic Fike | Wednesday, July 26 | 8 p.m. | Nashville Municipal Auditorium, 417 4th Ave. N. | $35+ | Join the singer and “Euphoria” actor on his “Don’t Stare at the Sun” tour stop.

Thursday, July 27

The Dutch x Butcher & Bee | Thursday, July 27 | 6:30 p.m. | The Dutch, 300 12th Ave. S. | $125 | Chef Levi Raines and Chef Chris deJesus team up for a five-course dinner inspired by their time cooking together in Miami.
Classics Club discusses “Our Town” | Thursday, July 27 | 10 a.m. + 6 p.m.| Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pk., Ste. 14 | Free | Join the bookstore for a discussion of Thornton Wilder’s play “Our Town,” widely considered one of the greatest American plays.

Friday, July 28

Bored Teachers Comedy Tour | Friday, July 28 | 7 p.m. | TPAC, James K. Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St. | $31 | Teacher-comedians take the stage for a night full of skits.
America | Friday, July 28 | 8 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $84+ | The 70s rock group is coming to Music City — catch them perform hits like “A Horse With No Name” and “Sister Golden Hair.”

Saturday, July 29

Back to Dogwarts Celebration | Saturday, July 29 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Baxter Bailey & Company, 1004 Fatherland St. #101 | Free | Adventure to The Magical World of Harry Pawter for wizarding treats, photo backdrops, and other themed activities.

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News Notes

Development

A section of Rutledge Hill could become a “culinary district.” The area is home to several structures, including the former Hermitage Café building. As of now, plans are in the works for a restaurant at 40 Middleton St. (Nashville Post)

Sports

Free agent wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins is officially a Tennessee Titan after signing a two-year, $26 million deal. The five-time Pro Bowler was a first-round pick in the 2013 NFL Draft and has played with the Houston Texans and Arizona Cardinals.

Announced

Nashville Humane Association is waiving all adoption fees today, July 25 with the help of Stanley Steemer. The shelter is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 213 Oceola Ave. Take a look at these adoptable cuties.

Transit

All aboard. WeGo will operate a special event train for the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix. The train will run on Sunday, Aug. 6 — departing from Lebanon at 9 a.m. and leaving downtown one hour after the race concludes. Tickets are $15.

Plan Ahead

Yoga on the Diamond returns to First Horizon Park on Saturday, Aug. 19. The event includes a fitness class led by James Crumlin (co-founder of Capitol Steps Workout) and a yoga session led by Small World Yoga. Tickets are on sale.

Nashvillian

Nashville-based celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan and her husband Vivek Deora will open a restaurant this summer at Orlando’s Walt Disney World Resort. Eet (a play on Maneet’s last name) is described as a “modern, fun Indian-focused concept.” (Nashville Business Journal)

Pets

Calling all pet parents — L&E Research is looking for dog + cat owners around Music City to participate in an upcoming Pet Panel. Bonus: Earn up to $300 for your time sharing your opinions on the pet food products you use and love. Influence the pet world and sign up now.*

Sports

🏈 Throwing it back to the Oilers

Tennessee Titans debut throwback Oilers uniforms

The helmets feature a classic oil derrick. | Photo by Donald Page via Tennessee Titans

The Tennessee Titans unveiled their highly-anticipated throwback Oilers uniforms.

The design pays homage to the Houston Oilers’ late-1970s “Luv Ya’ Blue” era with Columbia Blue jerseys, white pants with red and blue stripes, and white helmets with an oil derrick.

The Titans will show off the new uniform at two home games this season. It’s not yet clear which games, but the team will play the Chargers, Bengals, Ravens, Falcons, Panthers, Colts, Texans, Seahawks, and Jaguars on home turf in 2023-2024.

Bonus: Throwback jerseys and other Oilers apparel are available to purchase.

The story behind the uniforms

The Oilers played in Houston from their founding in 1960 to 1996. The team left Texas and played in both Memphis (1997) and Nashville (1998) as the Tennessee Oilers before becoming the Tennessee Titans. The team played at Adelphia Coliseum (now Nissan Stadium) during the 1999-2000 season and beyond.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Dylan

From the editor

If you weren’t one of the 73,000 people at Ed Sheeran’s concert at Nissan Stadium on Satruday night, there’s one other place the singer popped up: Santa’s Pub. Sheeran showed up at the holiday-themed dive bar for post-concert karaoke.

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