have a brew

1. Crema: All about precision. From micro lot coffee beans to an espresso shot, Crema try their best to bring out all the wonderful quality of coffee. They are crazy about the cleanness of their machines and the measurement of their brewing guide. They also provide public coffee classes weekly. So if you are a coffee enthusiast who wants to learn more, Crema is the place to go.

2. Barista Parlor: Definitely my favorite place to go for a late breakfast. You know those days that you don’t feel like having espresso drinks? Barista Parlor will give you the best pour over coffee to start your day fresh. Their biscuits are super delicious too. Plus, the entire shop is very open spaced with cool motorcycles and soundbox.

3. Frothy Monkey: It’s located at 12th Ave S, so that’s great by itself. (the “I believe in Nashville sign is there)  It’s a good place to go chill with a friend or do some study. Personally, I think it’s a good place to get a milk based espresso drink.

4. 8th & Roast: Do you like antique stores? it you do, go to 8th&Roast. It’s surrounded by them. With a free parking lot right next to it, it’s super convenient to go there for some concentrated study. They have great coffee, of course, and they also have a good collection of brew equipments at good prices.

5. Ugly Mugs: People go there to do work. However, it’s right next to Jeni’s Ice cream and Wild cow vegetarian restaurant. Great food, ice cream and coffee, that’s about all you need for life. They also seem to have musicians come play at night, so that’s another plus!

6. Garage Coffee Company: opened not long ago, GCC started as a roaster. They use their featured “Road Rage” to make espressos. If you are a fan of darker roasts, you should go check them out

7. Dose Coffee & tea: A really cute little shop near to the interstate. Quite, clean atmosphere, great for small talks and concentrated work.

8. Fido: If you want to have a breakfast/brunch/lunch/afternoon/dinner meeting with few friends, Fido is the place to go. Their food is great and reasonably priced, and their have good coffee with a full rich body.

  (I go there way too often but I never took a good picture of them..sorry)

9. Bongo Java: Patio lovers’ favorite. Right across street from Belmont University and right next to a great Thai restaurant, Bongo Java is a convenient place for college students to go. However, they also have a little theater above them which is pretty cool.