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Established in 1993, Bongo Java is a Nashville institution, beloved by locals and visitors alike. Nestled in the vibrant Belmont/Hillsboro Village neighborhood, this inviting café exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making it a cherished gathering spot for students, artists, musicians, and coffee enthusiasts. Renowned for its proximity to Belmont University and its legendary cinnamon bun, affectionately known as ‘The Nun Bun,’ Bongo Java has cemented its place as a beloved Nashville landmark.
Snug coffeehouse with all-day breakfast menu plus an intimate concert & comedy venue upstairs.
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Address: 2007 Belmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37212
Phone: (615) 385-5282
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Reviews
Story Cox
The staff were really nice, and the atmosphere is great. The coffee was just meh. Flavor was okay but texture was off. My iced drink seemed lukewarm.
There’s a pay to park parking lot in the back. Was a little pricey but plenty of spaces.
… moreThere’s a pay to park parking lot in the back. Was a little pricey but plenty of spaces.
Collin Spear
Cool place, breakfast is good, gluten free pastries are also cool. Would recommend the milky way latte. I got the breakfast burrito in a bowl style.
… moreBart Dement
I go to Bongo all the time because I live in the neighborhood, and today, the staff was again unfriendly and unhelpful. First, they listed the wrong name on my order so when it was ready, I had no idea and my order sat and died (food service terminology) on the counter. Then, when they realized I had been waiting for awhile, they asked my order and realized it was this “Robert” order that had been waiting. While annoying, I get that we’re all human and these things happen, but here, the inattentive nature of the staff is the norm, which is wild because it’s literally a CUSTOMER SERVICE role . My order had also been listed incorrectly so I asked for it to be made according to what I paid for (just iced instead of hot). 15 minutes later, I received my drink remade, still wrong. I have a dairy allergy and got home to realize the remake was whole milk. Not okay at all. I can’t drink this and paid and tipped 25%. If you can’t keep up in a busy moment of service, find another occupation than the service industry. You lost a customer today. As a gay man in a conservative town, I try to support queer friendly businesses, but these things happen all the time there. I am wondering if they only hire friends of the current staff and not actually skilled, trained baristas.
… moreJoseph Castro
I came right as they opened so there wasnt anyone else, but the baristas were very pleasant, and quick to both take and make the order. The coffee was amazing, and the bagel was good. Thank you!
… moreTony
Very good coffee and food in a good location to go to Nashville or for Belmont University students. I highly recommend their mocha which pairs nicely with the Egg McBongo with apple wood bacon. Though it is expensive, it is only as expensive as Starbucks which is a major step down in quality and flavor.
… moreHT
Perfect spot for coffee on the go or to sit down and enjoy a pastry/light breakfast! I really enjoyed my cappuccino and wish I had time to stop by one more time before heading home!
… moreSandy Cannington
The oldest coffee shop in Nashville! What a wonderful atmosphere, delicious coffee and a breakfast menu that is amazing! You definitely must visit here. Cool merchandise, too! Then stroll across the street to Belmont University and Belmont mansion. Gorgeous!
… moreJeannie
Always love visiting. The coffee is delicious. Tried the milk toast breakfast sandwiches. Different.
… moreEmma Vendetta
Today was my last visit to Bongo. I’ve been coming here for 10 years and this place has dramatically increased prices (much more than comparable with other restaurants’ understandable inflation-responsive price increases) and seriously decreased its quality. After having to repeat my simple order to the cashier, the point of sale system prompted me to tip 30%. THIRTY PERCENT. My $4 side of hash browns was way over spiced and oiled and amounted to about a quarter of a russet potato (imagine paying $0.60 for a russet and then charging people $16 for that same potato and claiming the price increase is inflation and labor and spices. Like. YIKES BRO do you even economics?) Black coffee only arrived after having to go up to the counter again. Food arrived without utensils or napkins. I’m more sad than mad. RIP to a formerly great Nashville institution.
… moreHannah Hughes
My husband and I have been coming to this place for about a year, but unfortunately will never be returning after today. My husband and I enjoy getting bagels from Proper Bagel (next door) and then getting coffee from Bongo Java and sitting on their outside porch area. We’ve done this many times and it’s never been a problem. Today, however, the owner of Bongo Java himself, Bob Bernstein, interrupted our breakfast and told us that we could not bring outside food. When I showed him our coffee from his literal restaurant that we payed for, he replied that it doesn’t matter since we’re spending more money at the other place. This was the only reason he gave. (Would’ve been more understandable if he had given literally ANY other reasons besides just money) ?????? Mind you, there were PLENTY of seats so it’s not like we were inhibiting higher-paying customers. He then said that he would allow us to finish our current meal but we were to never do such a thing again. Obviously we didn’t feel comfortable continuing our meal there after getting berated by the owner, so we got up and left. I understand that it’s his place and his rules, but I just wanted to say that I think this is very bad business. Rather than making me want to purchase food from this establishment, it actually made me want to never come back there ever again. Thus, I really think that whatever he was trying to accomplish backfired and I’m sure that if other people were told the same thing, they would definitely feel the same way. So just beware that you may or may not be confronted by the owner and asked to leave if you bring outside food EVEN IF you’re a paying customer. Perhaps readjust your approach, Bob Bernstein.
Food/drink is decent, would maybe give it a 3.5 out of 5. I enjoy the variety of their seasonal options.
… moreFood/drink is decent, would maybe give it a 3.5 out of 5. I enjoy the variety of their seasonal options.