Seemed like a nice Cafe, but on principle, I won't support businesses that don't show pricing on any items. Gonna make me wait in line to scan fridge items to tell me the price, or once I order a drink to tell me the cost? Nope. Any reasonable business displays pricing. If anything, this slows down the productivity flow when a customer has to ask for cost on every item they're interested in to help determine what they want.
Keys Images
Nice for a coffee or Chai and a quick chat at a conference.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
scott baldwin
The staff is rude to say the least. Coffee is horrible and overpriced. Save your time and money. There are plenty of other options nearby that are not inconvenienced by their customers.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Courtney Adams
The Omni is lovely. The staff at Bongo is rude, and the coffee has a very odd taste. Our latte and Americano were ok. There is a weird aftertaste that I am not sure how to describe but with I did drink mine. My daughter threw hers out it was so gross. Save your money and go somewhere else.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Alyse Anderson
The snacks and coffee are fine, it’s the disdain from the service staff that made it bitter. 6am at a coffee shop, you gotta come to work already warmed up. Won’t be wasting my time and energy here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
Carleigh Hamberger
Be prepared to spend a pretty penny! 2 sandwiches and 2 coffees came out to $40 for us. Very nice atmosphere and service was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Greg Gonzalez
Best cup of coffee I had in Nashville so far.. service was fast and the staff were very pleasant good place to sit and people watch with a good cup of coffee..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bagel
Carrie Morgan
I think I was given a small, even though I ordered a medium, and couldn't taste coffee or caramel sipping cream in the "Broadway," just milk. Very disappointing!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Taylor J
Service was not good at this location, the Belmont Blvd location is my favorite! As others have stated food is overpriced, but expected due to the location and convenience. First and last time spending money at this location.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Tommy Dempsey
Upon venturing through the quaint streets of this fair city, I found refuge from the pedestrian crowds and the lackluster offerings of the omnipresent Starbucks in a charming establishment by the name of Bongo Java. Ah, what a serendipitous discovery it was!The moment I stepped across the threshold, I was enveloped by the aromatic embrace of freshly ground coffee beans—an olfactory prelude to the delight that awaited. With an air of anticipation, I ordered a sugar-free vanilla latte, a concoction that promised indulgence without the saccharine guilt.Though the wait was akin to the anticipation of a fine wine's uncorking, it was a small toll to pay for what was to be an exquisite café experience. And when the latte graced my palate, it was nothing short of revelatory. The harmonious blend of robust espresso and the delicate whispers of vanilla, all without the crutch of sugar, was a testament to the barista's mastery.Yes, the queue may mirror the morning's languid pace, yet such is the price of perfection. In a world where haste often leads to the culinary mundane, Bongo Java stands as a beacon of excellence. It is not merely a coffee shop; it is a sanctuary for the senses, a place where the art of the barista is alive and thriving.To those souls weary of the banal and the corporate, I say, venture forth to Bongo Java. Therein lies a coffee experience that will surely compel you to eschew the siren call of Starbucks, and embrace the local, the artisanal, the extraordinary.
Bongo Java offers a cozy ambiance and a coffee experience that truly captures the essence of Nashville. Their Five Points specialty beverage, infused with cooked down Tennessee bourbon, is an absolute must-try for those looking to savor a unique local flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christopher Johnson
Unbelievably overpriced. Cold brew and a breakfast biscuit was $15.77, $18 after tip. Skip this place and go to a Starbucks or somewhere reasonably priced.
Angie Mazen
Overpriced and the food options are horrible. There are no healthy dining options, only heavily processed and oversweetened items. The final cost for one person for breakfast parfait and one latte was over $20. Oh and I’m still hungry after the $20. Don’t recommend to eat here although the coffee was
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Swekman
Purchased a large dark roast drip coffee at BNA. The taste of the coffee here is terrible. I doubt that the coffee was sitting on the burner that long as it was 4:30am so I can only conclude that their coffee beans are of very poor quality as this cup of Java was stale tasting. Also, calling the cup “Large” is a stretch. The size of the cup is a small plus as compared to other coffee shops. You fooled me once - never again. Stay away from this coffee at BNA; maybe the local shop is better.
MCD
It’s a cute coffee shop with great coffee and snacks. It wasn’t crowded either. I’d come back again!
Seemed like a nice Cafe, but on principle, I won't support businesses that don't show pricing on any items. Gonna make me wait in line to scan fridge items to tell me the price, or once I order a drink to tell me the cost? Nope. Any reasonable business displays pricing. If anything, this slows down the productivity flow when a customer has to ask for cost on every item they're interested in to help determine what they want.
Nice for a coffee or Chai and a quick chat at a conference.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The staff is rude to say the least. Coffee is horrible and overpriced. Save your time and money. There are plenty of other options nearby that are not inconvenienced by their customers.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
The Omni is lovely. The staff at Bongo is rude, and the coffee has a very odd taste. Our latte and Americano were ok. There is a weird aftertaste that I am not sure how to describe but with I did drink mine. My daughter threw hers out it was so gross. Save your money and go somewhere else.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
The snacks and coffee are fine, it’s the disdain from the service staff that made it bitter. 6am at a coffee shop, you gotta come to work already warmed up. Won’t be wasting my time and energy here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
Be prepared to spend a pretty penny! 2 sandwiches and 2 coffees came out to $40 for us. Very nice atmosphere and service was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Best cup of coffee I had in Nashville so far.. service was fast and the staff were very pleasant good place to sit and people watch with a good cup of coffee..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bagel
I think I was given a small, even though I ordered a medium, and couldn't taste coffee or caramel sipping cream in the "Broadway," just milk. Very disappointing!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Service was not good at this location, the Belmont Blvd location is my favorite! As others have stated food is overpriced, but expected due to the location and convenience. First and last time spending money at this location.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Upon venturing through the quaint streets of this fair city, I found refuge from the pedestrian crowds and the lackluster offerings of the omnipresent Starbucks in a charming establishment by the name of Bongo Java. Ah, what a serendipitous discovery it was!The moment I stepped across the threshold, I was enveloped by the aromatic embrace of freshly ground coffee beans—an olfactory prelude to the delight that awaited. With an air of anticipation, I ordered a sugar-free vanilla latte, a concoction that promised indulgence without the saccharine guilt.Though the wait was akin to the anticipation of a fine wine's uncorking, it was a small toll to pay for what was to be an exquisite café experience. And when the latte graced my palate, it was nothing short of revelatory. The harmonious blend of robust espresso and the delicate whispers of vanilla, all without the crutch of sugar, was a testament to the barista's mastery.Yes, the queue may mirror the morning's languid pace, yet such is the price of perfection. In a world where haste often leads to the culinary mundane, Bongo Java stands as a beacon of excellence. It is not merely a coffee shop; it is a sanctuary for the senses, a place where the art of the barista is alive and thriving.To those souls weary of the banal and the corporate, I say, venture forth to Bongo Java. Therein lies a coffee experience that will surely compel you to eschew the siren call of Starbucks, and embrace the local, the artisanal, the extraordinary.
Restaurantji Recommends
Bongo Java offers a cozy ambiance and a coffee experience that truly captures the essence of Nashville. Their Five Points specialty beverage, infused with cooked down Tennessee bourbon, is an absolute must-try for those looking to savor a unique local flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Unbelievably overpriced. Cold brew and a breakfast biscuit was $15.77, $18 after tip. Skip this place and go to a Starbucks or somewhere reasonably priced.
Overpriced and the food options are horrible. There are no healthy dining options, only heavily processed and oversweetened items. The final cost for one person for breakfast parfait and one latte was over $20. Oh and I’m still hungry after the $20. Don’t recommend to eat here although the coffee was
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Purchased a large dark roast drip coffee at BNA. The taste of the coffee here is terrible. I doubt that the coffee was sitting on the burner that long as it was 4:30am so I can only conclude that their coffee beans are of very poor quality as this cup of Java was stale tasting. Also, calling the cup “Large” is a stretch. The size of the cup is a small plus as compared to other coffee shops. You fooled me once - never again. Stay away from this coffee at BNA; maybe the local shop is better.
It’s a cute coffee shop with great coffee and snacks. It wasn’t crowded either. I’d come back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5