Nashville · Davidson County, TN

Best coffee in Nashville

Scout analyzed 150 Nashville places and surfaced the ones that actually fit coffee.

Places analyzed

150

Matches

17

Typical spend

$20

Typical visit

49 min

Scout-verified spots

cafe babu

Chestnut Hill

cafe babu

Cafe Babu is a versatile spot for a casual coffee, quick bite, or a relaxed drink. Expect to spend an hour and $10-30 per person, making it suitable for a solo stop or a low-key meetup before or after exploring the neighborhood.

FoodCocktailsShopping
★ 4.7$10–$30 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

12 South

Five Daughters Bakery | 12th South

This bakery is good for a quick stop to grab unique pastries for a sweet treat. Expect to spend 15 minutes and $5-15 per person for donuts or coffee.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
★ 4.6$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Lane Motor Museum

South Nashville

Lane Motor Museum

This museum is good for a 2-hour indoor activity focusing on unique vintage vehicles, suitable for families or solo visitors. Expect an admission cost of around $15-20 per person.

ArtsHistoryViews
$15–$20 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Crema Coffee Roasters

Rolling Mill Hill

Crema Coffee Roasters

Crema Coffee Roasters is a good spot for a morning coffee run or a quiet afternoon with a pastry. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and a snack, with a visit lasting around 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Matryoshka Coffee

South Nashville

Matryoshka Coffee

Matryoshka Coffee is a good stop for a quick coffee and pastry, ideal for a solo outing or a casual meet-up. Expect to spend $5-$15 for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Haraz Coffee House

East Nashville

Haraz Coffee House

Haraz Coffee House is suitable for a relaxed solo visit or a casual meeting. Expect to spend about an hour and $5-$15 per person for coffee and a snack.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Milk & Honey Gulch

The Gulch

Milk & Honey Gulch

Milk & Honey Gulch is a good spot for a casual breakfast or lunch, offering coffee, baked goods, and light fare. Expect to spend 45-90 minutes and $10-25 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Frothy Monkey

Arts District

Frothy Monkey

Frothy Monkey is good for a casual meal or coffee any time of day, suitable for solos or groups. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit of about an hour.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$15–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Frothy Monkey

Belmont-Hillsboro

Frothy Monkey

Frothy Monkey is a solid spot for coffee, brunch, or a casual dinner, easily fitting into a day of exploring the 12 South neighborhood. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a meal and a drink.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$15–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Café Intermezzo - Nashville

Urban Residents

Café Intermezzo - Nashville

This European-style coffeehouse is good for a relaxed dessert or late-night drink after dinner, especially if you're looking for a quiet spot. Expect to spend $15-40 per person and allow an hour for your visit.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$15–$40 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

Midtown

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii is a good stop for a quick coffee and snack, taking around 30 minutes and costing $5-$15 per person. It pairs well as a morning or midday break during a shopping trip or before starting work.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Listening Room Cafe - Nashville

Rutledge Hill

Listening Room Cafe - Nashville

The Listening Room Cafe is ideal for an evening out, combining a meal and drinks with live music performances by singer-songwriters. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and about $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$50–$100 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Grandpa Bar - Coffee & Cocktails

FANG

Grandpa Bar - Coffee & Cocktails

This spot is good for a casual coffee stop or an evening cocktail, serving as a versatile place for a relaxed solo visit or a small group meet-up. Expect to spend an hour and $10-35 per person.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$10–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Caliber Coffee Co.

Donelson

Caliber Coffee Co.

This coffee shop is suitable for a quick stop for a drink or a casual breakfast/brunch. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Bluebird Cafe

Nightlife

The Bluebird Cafe

The Bluebird Cafe is an intimate live music experience, often pairing with dinner beforehand. Expect to spend 2 hours and $30-75 per person, plus the difficult-to-get ticket.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$30–$75 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Flora + Fauna Cafe and Roaster

Talbot's Corner

Flora + Fauna Cafe and Roaster

This coffee shop is good for a casual solo stop or a brief meet-up, ideal for a quick coffee and pastry. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a visit lasting about an hour.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Elixr Coffee Roasters

Urban Residents

Elixr Coffee Roasters

Elixr Coffee Roasters is a good spot for a relaxed solo coffee break or a casual meeting, fitting well before or after exploring the Nashville Yards area. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 17 of the 150 analyzed Nashville places fit coffee.
  • 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 29% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Quiet, Social, Romantic, Playful, Educational.

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