(As always, check with the business before heading out. Hours change all the time.)

Nashville Coffee Shops Open Late: Where to Get Caffeine After 5 PM

12 South/Edgehill

Land of A Thousand Hills – the Edgehill location stays open until 9 all week (6 on Sundays) and the back half transforms into a social space at 6 pm. It’s literally business in the front, party in the back! (I’m super proud of myself for that one.)

The Salty – A great option in 12 South. Despite being the only non-local shop on this list, the Salty deserves a spot for being open until 8 during the week, and 10 on Fridays and Saturdays. And, their donuts are really good.

Berry Hill/WeHo/South Nash

8th & Roast – Melrose. The OG 8th & Roast location has dedicated parking, is cozy, and stays open til 6 every day.

Americano Lounge – WeHo. This moody spot is one of my favorite places to read. Their hours vary, but from Tues-Sat, they are open until at least 10.

Cafe Babu – WeHo. From Thursday-Saturday, catch Cafe Babu open until 9 pm. It’s designed for socializing, so keep that in mind if you’re looking for a spot to work.

Humphrey’s Street – the WeHo location is open until 6, Mon-Fri (they close at 4 on the weekends). It’s a great option for extending your day just a little longer (and giving back to the community.

Paper Street – Berry Hill. Open Mon-Fri until 6:30 (and 5 on Sat/Sun).

Primitive – South Nash. Open until 9 M-F and 6 on Saturdays. (Closed Sundays)

Red Bicycle Woodbine – While this popular shop can fill up quickly, they’re open until 6 during the week and have a great food menu to keep you going.

Donelson

Caliber – open every day until 8 (but closed on Sunday). They also have a good food menu, so a great option if you need to work through dinner.

Sunflower Bakehouse – really more restaurant than coffee shop, but they do have a full coffee menu and some of my favorite baked goods (vegan and gluten free!), so it counts. Open until 9, except Sundays close at 3.

Downtown/Midtown

Crema – a Nashville institution, they’re open until 6 except Sundays close at 4 (same for the Brentwood location).

Kahawa – this gorgeous African themed coffee shop is open until 10 7 days a week – we love to see it.

East

Bongo East – the game board aficionado’s paradise is open until 10 every night.

Haraz – hours vary, but they’re open until at least 10 every night. Note: this is more of a social spot than a working spot.

International Tea & Coffee – open til 6 Wed-Sat (only until 5 the rest of the week and closed Monday).

Living Waters – coffee shop and brewery. At some point they mainly switch to beer, but it’s still a good hang with some n/a options. Open until 8 or 9 every night.

Sip Cafe – whether you’re craving coffee or ice cream, Sip has you covered until 9 during the week and 10 on Saturday and Sunday.

Ugly Mugs – a remote workers haven, Ugly Mugs is open until 6 every night.

Madison

Passage Kava – more of a kava bar than anything else, they do serve coffee and an array of mocktails and other (all n/a) beverages. And it’s the only option that’s open until 2 am – every day!

The Nations/West Nash

8th & Roast – The Charlotte location of 8&R is one of my favorite places for working, with lots of natural light and tons of seating. And they’re open until 6 every day.

Living Waters – same as the East location: coffee shop and brewery. At some point they mainly switch to beer, but it’s still a good hang with some n/a options. Open until 8 or 9 every night.

Cafe Sperry’s – head to Bellevue to find tons of parking, tons of seating, and good outlet placements. The back room is super cozy, too, with a library feel and fireplace. Open until 6 every day.

If reading a book at night is what you’re seeking, you may want to cross check this list with my guide to places to read in Nashville after work! And for other N/A options, check out my list of Nashville bars that serve mocktails!

XO,
SB

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Long ago, a friend asked me where to go to read after work. It was such a good question because there were no easy answers. Most Nashville coffee shops close early, so where do you go if you want to read a book around other people, or with a drink that you did not make?

Fortunately, there are a few places that can accommodate a social bookworm. The following places all meet my criteria of:

• a) open past 6:00
• b) not too loud
• c) not too dark, and
• d) offers beverages (with or without booze).

Americano Lounge -This Jazz Age coffee shop also offers cocktails and cozy seating. Just be mindful of jazz or poetry nights, etc., if you’re looking for a quieter vibe. In WeHo

Caliber Coffee – a traditional coffee shop, Caliber is thankfully open until 8 pm. They also have good small meals if you’re hungry and they’re just the nicest people. In Donelson.

The Chloe – The beautiful boutique hotel has multiple bars, a fireplace, and plenty of cozy seating. IMPORTANT NOTE: The parking out front is free, but it is back-in only. I didn’t park directly in front of a sign, so I didn’t see it and was greeted with a nice parking ticket from the city when I left… In Hillsboro Village.

The Hermitage Hotel – yes, you have to go downtown for this one, but it’s stunning and there’s a bar right in the lobby (and those famous bathrooms!)

Hutton Hotel – Iots of couches and plush chairs throughout, but you also have easy access to Evelyn’s and their delicious food and drinks. One of my favorite hotel restaurants – it is very good. In Midtown.

The Joseph – Another hotel lobby, I love the studious vibe of the Joseph a fireplace, desk lamps, and open reference books. For serious readers only! Downtown.

Kahawa Coffee – This Swahili coffee shop is a VIBE and opened until 10 7 days a week. It’s also huge, so plenty of room to spread out. In

Land of a Thousand Hills Edgehill – open til 9 during the week, LTH offers both coffee and cocktails, for whatever suits your mood!

Restoration Hardware – Did you know you can order from the bar and wander around the store, making yourself at home? Is it terrifying to have red wine in your hand on those expensive couches? A little. But also exhilarating. And it’s the best rooftop for reading for sure. In Green Hills.

Urban Cowboy Parlor Bar – we all know and love the outdoor bar, but have you been to Parlor Bar inside? It’s a very aesthetic wine bar, perfect for finding a cozy corner. In East.

What did I miss? If there are any you love, please let me know so I can add them to the list.

Also, breweries and other spots around town are hosting Silent Book Clubs/reading nights with more regularity. Whenever I see those, I add them to my events newsletter, so if you’re not already subscribed, head to my contact page to sign up!

Happy reading! ✨

XO,
SB

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