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About Bongo Java

Snug coffeehouse with all-day breakfast menu plus an intimate concert & comedy venue upstairs.

What People Are Saying

from Google & Yelp

"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."

★★★★★

"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."

"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!"

★★★★★

"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."

★★

"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!"

★★★★★

"I NEVER finish my coffee. It's such a bad habit, especially because coffee is so expensive these days... but let me tell you I finished my iced "warm and..."

Anna P. ★★★★★

Hours

Monday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Bongo Java's hours?
Bongo Java is located in Nashville, Tennessee. Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Saturday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Sunday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Where is Bongo Java located?
Bongo Java is located at 2007 Belmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37212, United States, Nashville, TN. You can get directions using the map above.
What is Bongo Java's phone number?
You can reach Bongo Java at (615) 385-5282.
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