"This is the grandfather in the local coffee world, having originally opened up on Belmont Avenue in 1993. Its proprietary coffee is roasted here in Nashville and is 100% organic and fair trade. Food plays as big a part as the brew here, serving hearty breakfast options — like breakfast burritos and avocado toast — all day long. (Note: Bongo’s menu is taking a brief hiatus through March 2024 to host a Korean egg sandwich pop-up, the Egg Drip). The Bongo family has also grown considerably over the years, and now includes Fido, Game Point Cafe, and Grins." - Jackie Gutierrez-Jones