Nashville Coffee & Sweets
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Nashville Coffee & Sweets
Amy Is Going Places
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The coffee scene in Nashville is amazing! As a previous resident and frequent re-visitor to Nashville, (and former founder of a coffee business in Tennessee), here are my recommendations for the best coffee and sweets in Music City, USA!
You'll also find here some behind-the-scenes experiences sure to satisfy your sweet tooth, transportation info to get you to and around the city, and accommodation recommendations to put the cherry on top of your Nashville visit.
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The Nashville coffee scene is not to be missed! Each of the coffee shops listed below roasts their own beans in house. This means fresh, flavorful, unique tasting experiences across the city. Give them all a try and choose your favorite - if you can decide!
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Honest Coffee Roasters Downtown
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Honest Coffee Roasters serves up some of the finest coffee Tennessee has to offer.
Stop by for a hot of iced coffee and acai bowl - all the indulgence of eating ice cream for a meal with none of the guilt!
As a roaster, Honest offers their beans for purchase in their shops and online. Dual Axes, the house standard roast, is exceptional.
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Frothy Monkey
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Frothy Monkey has it all: consistently delicious coffees, some of the best eats in the city (with breads and pastries from their very own bakery), welcoming atmosphere whether you're there for a quick java to go or an afternoon on your laptop, and - of course - wifi!
I like to sit upstairs near the window to take in the flow of city life while I sip my coffee.
Pro tip: buy a bag of coffee beans as a one of a kind Nashville souvenir!
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Red Bicycle Coffee & Crepes - the Nations
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Red Bicycle Coffee roasts small batches of carefully curated specialty coffees for their cafes and for individual purchase. Simply put, that means a consistently high flavorful, high ethics cup of coffee every single time.
What's better than a good coffee? Coffee with crepes! Choose from breakfast, savory, or sweet varieties.
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8th & Roast
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A Nashville original, 8th & Roast features a rotation of specialty coffees roasted in house.
Pair your daily brew with one of their freshly baked pastries. (I recommend the homemade seasonal flavor pop tarts!)
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Bongo Java
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Bongo Java is "Nashville's Oldest & Most Honored Coffee Company Since 1993."
If I had to pick one thing that makes Bongo Java a unique player on the Nashville coffee scene - other than their significant history in the city, it would be the smooth, velvety texture of their coffees. Whether hot or cold, they feature a consistent richness unlike coffee elsewhere in the city.
I'm also a fan of the vibe of this particular location. In the vicinity of Belmont and Vanderbilt university campuses, Bongo Java is frequented by members of academia: students, professors, and university staff. These people are building the future, and you can feel the momentum in the atmosphere. It pairs nicely with the smell of coffee.
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Crema Coffee Roasters
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Crema Coffee Roasters derives their name from the creamy layer of foam at the top of a freshly pulled espresso.
Ethical sourcing and sustainability are high priorities for Crema. Their relationship with coffee farmers ensures both truly fair trade practices and that you and I get fantastic quality of coffee to enjoy in their cafes or at home.
Not sure how to brew a great coffee at home? Crema has you covered. Coffee education is their passion and specialty. Check their website for brewing guides and training opportunities when you're in the area!
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Amy Is Going Places
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US native. Former resident of Romania. Current solo female globe trotter.
I've now traveled to Romania, Italy, England, Scotland, Wales, Canada, The Netherlands, South Africa, Greece, Israel, and numerous places around the USA. I've done group tours, volunteer work, solo travel, studied abroad, and taught internationally. I lived for over a year in Romania, many years in Tennessee, and several months in England.
My travel style is slow, spontaneous, and - shall we say - richly flavorful. I prefer to stay longer lengths in places instead of having a whirlwind sightseeing venture. I'll skip the chain restaurants for a hole-in-the-wall café any day of the week. I prefer a loose itinerary and remain open to what each day brings.
My favorite things to do and see as I travel are...
- EAT -
Try whatever is local. Order the special of the day. Talk with the restaurant staff.
- WALK -
It encourages me to slow down, notice, and get a feel for community.
- HIKE -
I'm a lazy hiker. By "hike," I mean a few hours at a slow pace.
- MUSEUMS -
Spend an afternoon. Read the descriptions on exhibits. Talk with the docents. Buy something in the giftshop.
- CHURCHES -
I'm fascinated by the various ways people have worshipped the God of the Bible over centuries and across borders. Many older churches are also museums or tourist-friendly spaces. Some additionally hold regular liturgical services.
- CASTLES -
Castles, fortresses, palaces, big ol' houses: these places transport me back in time. I imagine the people who built, lived in, and defended them. What would they think of how we now live?
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