Coffee culture has become quite the thing in Nashville, beckoning hordes of young millennials to the guitar flanked gates of Music City. It gives our pretty city a solid infusion of caffeine and a great spot for freelancers and artists to congregate. Whether you’re looking for an experience or just a cup of coffee on the way to work, we know precisely where you should head.
Unless you want to make it a day – because we SO support that!
- Barista Parlor
Barista Parlor - Facebook This east Nashville gem has been nationally ranked as one of the best coffee shops across the US, boasting a nautical theme and perfectly hipster baristas. It’s not really a grab and go kind of place, though - so prepare to hang out with a book or a friend.
- Eighth & Roast
Eighth & Roast - Facebook Fun, quirky and located by Belmont University you’re most likely going to run into a couple of kids studying for finals. They roast their own beans, and we recommend the cortado.
- Headquarters
Headquarters - Facebook Teeny tiny and located in West Nashville, this sweet spot only holds a couple of folks and a handful of caffeine hounds in line. You turn up more for the atmosphere, because this is precisely where you want to curl up on a chilly Saturday morning.
- Dose Coffee and Tea
Dose Coffee and Tea - Facebook The resident coffee shop of Sylvan Park, Dose takes great pride in their personally sourced beans and sweet atmosphere. They have recently expanded to East Nashville and serves the Riverside neighborhood with aplomb.
- Steadfast Coffee
Steadfast Coffee - Facebook The new Nashville bully on the block, Steadfast is the go-to spot for local artists and freelancers, popping up consistently on Instagram with bloggers as its choice clientele. Their menu is fabulous, and you can even indulge in an alcoholic beverage if you so prefer.
- Crema
Crema - Facebook Our personal favorite, Crema is a warm and inviting nook just south of downtown. It’s a Nashville name, having roasted their own beans from the beginning and serving up the best cup of coffee for your palate AND your wallet. No frills here, just the good stuff.
Would you go explore this coffee trail in Nashville? Yay or nay, silly or prolific? If you think we should add something solid to our tour, let us know below!
Barista Parlor - Facebook
This east Nashville gem has been nationally ranked as one of the best coffee shops across the US, boasting a nautical theme and perfectly hipster baristas. It’s not really a grab and go kind of place, though - so prepare to hang out with a book or a friend.
Eighth & Roast - Facebook
Fun, quirky and located by Belmont University you’re most likely going to run into a couple of kids studying for finals. They roast their own beans, and we recommend the cortado.
Headquarters - Facebook
Teeny tiny and located in West Nashville, this sweet spot only holds a couple of folks and a handful of caffeine hounds in line. You turn up more for the atmosphere, because this is precisely where you want to curl up on a chilly Saturday morning.
Dose Coffee and Tea - Facebook
The resident coffee shop of Sylvan Park, Dose takes great pride in their personally sourced beans and sweet atmosphere. They have recently expanded to East Nashville and serves the Riverside neighborhood with aplomb.
Steadfast Coffee - Facebook
The new Nashville bully on the block, Steadfast is the go-to spot for local artists and freelancers, popping up consistently on Instagram with bloggers as its choice clientele. Their menu is fabulous, and you can even indulge in an alcoholic beverage if you so prefer.
Crema - Facebook
Our personal favorite, Crema is a warm and inviting nook just south of downtown. It’s a Nashville name, having roasted their own beans from the beginning and serving up the best cup of coffee for your palate AND your wallet. No frills here, just the good stuff.
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