Right in the heart of Music City, where creativity flows as freely as sweet tea, there's a place that hits all the right notes — Bongo Java, located at 2007 Belmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37212. This ain't your average café. Nope. 

Bongo Java is a cultural landmark, a funky, artsy, wildly caffeinated little hub that’s been brewing up good vibes since 1993. It’s Nashville’s oldest coffeehouse and a magnet for college students, indie artists, and anyone who loves bold coffee and bold character.

🍳 Location Vibes

Smack dab across from Belmont University, this place is always humming. Students typing away on laptops, local musicians sketching lyrics, friends swapping life stories over steaming mugs — it's a whole vibe. 

Belmont Blvd itself is this leafy, relaxed stretch with vintage houses, cool boutiques, and lots of local eats. You're minutes from Music Row and the 12 South district, which means once you’ve downed your latte, adventure is just a short stroll away.

🌟 What Makes Bongo Java So Dang Special?

• The Nun Bun – Yep, the infamous cinnamon roll that looked like Mother Teresa. It went viral before viral was a thing. It’s since been stolen (yes, really), but its legacy lives on in photos and lore.
  

• Theater, Music & More – There's a stage upstairs for live performances, poetry nights, and indie gigs. You never know when you’ll walk in and discover your new favorite band.
  

• Creative Energy – The walls are covered with local art. Conversations here aren’t small talk — they're deep dives into books, music, politics, and "how many oat milk lattes are too many?"

🥓 Menu Highlights That’ll Ruin All Other Cafes for You

• The Bongo Basic breakfast sammie – egg, cheese, and your choice of protein on a buttery croissant. It's simple, it’s perfect, and it slaps every time.
  

• 🥗 The Vegan Burrito – a flavor bomb packed with tofu, black beans, and fresh salsa. Even carnivores are obsessed.
  

• Bongo Roast – their in-house roasted beans are smooth, rich, and downright addictive. Take a bag home or regret it forever.
  

• 🍪 The cookies? GIANT. Fresh-baked. Gooey in the middle. No notes.

🛍️ Surrounding Awesomeness

Wanna keep the day rolling? Walk up Belmont Blvd for:

• Local Honey – a chic little boutique for gifts & style finds.
  

• 🍦 Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams – creative, creamy, ridiculously good scoops.
  

• 📚 Belmont Mansion – a historic home with Southern charm and fascinating stories.

Or hop in the car and head to nearby hotspots:

• 🎸 Music Row – for that true Nashville music biz magic
  

• 🍺 The Gulch – hip, sleek, full of rooftop bars and street art
  

• 12 South – trendy shops, murals, and some of the best people-watching in town

💡 Pro Tip: Don’t leave without snapping a photo under the Bongo Java sign — it’s iconic, especially during golden hour.

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Secure your rental today at this link or call us at +1 615-471-7071. Nashville’s waiting — and your coffee adventure starts now.