"Cool cafe in the East End. Good coffee and pastries. Decent amount of seating inside. There's also a side area for playing board games. It's a chill atmosphere. Service was good. Friendly staff. A few parking spots in front or there's street parking."

"One of best places to play a game and get coffee that we have been to. Very nice selection of games that are FREE to play. Coffee is excellent and we had a choice of three snacks for only seven dollars. Plenty of people playing and others not playing and just having coffee and food. Small area to sit outside and nice park space next to store. Plenty of other great food options in this fun little part of Nashville away from broadway. On street free parking was easy to find."

"Bongo Java is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, the vibe is welcoming, cozy, and full of character. The coffee is consistently excellent—rich, smooth, and clearly made with care—and there’s a great selection of drinks and food that keeps me coming back. One of my favorite things about Bongo Java is the incredible collection of tabletop board games. There are tons of them, making it the perfect place to meet friends, relax, and spend a few hours playing games over great coffee. It adds such a fun, community-oriented feel that you don’t find at most coffee shops. The staff is friendly, laid-back, and genuinely makes you feel at home, whether you’re popping in for a quick cup or settling in for a long visit. Bongo Java is more than just a coffee shop—it’s a place to hang out, connect, and enjoy yourself. Highly recommend!"

"This is likely the best board game cafe I’ve ever been to. There was a fantastic spread of board games and the food was cozy and affordable! Could definitely spends hours on end here! Food: The coffees were all very flavorful and true to their descriptions. The food is great for snacking while board gaming. Service: The staff were very friendly and that’s all they need to be. Atmosphere: The most fitting adjective is definitely welcoming. The lights are nice and bright for the board games and the walls of well maintained games tempt you into trying out new games!"

"This place is pretty good! I came here once and ordered a warheads coffee. I don't know what I was thinking or expecting, but that thing was terrible. Would not recommend. However, the rest of their selection is delightful! They have nice drip coffee, good tea, tasty pastries, and the sell gummy bears and animal crackers. Their board game selection is great! Their service is like any other coffee shop."