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    Common Grounds

    4.5 (48 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    a living room filled with furniture
    Kyle S.

    There's a lot going on here. Common Grounds is tucked off the main road down a little alley, but the signage is there to make it easy to find. When you enter, it's not exactly straightforward. The place looks like hippies became mild hoarders and I don't think I'm far off. There are books and games and eclectic seating throughout. It is larger than it first appears and it is full of books and... Stuff. I don't know if any of it's for sale or if it is just there to be perused. The bar is straight ahead and the menu is broad enough to please but not overwhelming. There are some pastries and scones ready to go. The coffee is very good! Service is extremely friendly and an excellent representation of what to expect in Nashville. Top notch!

    a variety of cards on a table
    Allyson G.

    Got 2 smoothies from Common Grounds on a warm day while walking through Nashville! These were SO good. They were so creamy and sweet. They were made with frozen yogurt which was delicious! The space almost seemed like an antique shop so it was different than normal. Their menu was pretty big for being a coffee shop so I definitely think anyone could find something here that they would enjoy!

    A nice poem about Brown County
    Renee B.

    This is an amazing place in Downtown Nashville. We stopped here twice during our camping weekend. There were locals there both times sitting and talking, which made it seem very homey. You could stay here for hours and not see everything that is in this coffee shop/thrift store. The first day I had a lavender latte and the second I got the chocolate cherry latte. Usually when I get things from coffee shops that have chocolate syrup and multiple syrups, they are very very sweet and hard to drink. The chocolate cherry latte came with dark chocolate syrup, almond syrup, and cherry syrup and it was *perfectly* sweetened. Not too sweet, but still had great flavor. The employees were very kind both times, answering our questions about the town and making sure our experience was great. They had food options but we did not order food either time because we were just there for coffee. There was plenty of seating inside, plenty of things to look at while you wait for your drinks, and it is in a nice little side street that isn't too busy. Definitely stop in here while in Nashville to enjoy a nice cup of coffee!

    the inside of a restaurant
    Jefe H.

    Cool eclectic coffee shop and whatever store. Lot of books and other items to browse through. Good coffee and good prices. Go say hi to Ira.

    S'mores + Snickerdoodle
    Meg T.

    Coffee is delicious and the ladies working were the sweetest! Highly recommend the Snickerdoodle!

    The entrance is down the alley next to Big Woods Pizza
    Ken N.

    If you like your coffee houses a little off the beaten path, then this place is for you. Although it has a Van Buren Street address, the entrance is actually in the alley that is next to the Big Woods Pizza place. After finding street parking on the neighboring block to the west, I wandered over here and entered the eclectic shop. As you enter the order counter is straight ahead and to the right. There are multiple rooms with a variety of items including books, board games, wall murals, baskets and vases. I don't think they are for sale, just decor. I ordered my standard black drip coffee and a tasty looking banana nut muffin. The coffee was good and immediately drinkable! (My one absolute requirement from a coffee shop is to serve it at a proper temperature.) The muffin was wrapped to maintain freshness and it was surprisingly moist and yummy. Just enough banana and nuts to stand up to the coffee. The service at the counter was friendly and when I was finished, I asked where to put my dishes and she directed me to bring it back to the counter. This isn't a high tech place to do your computer work (at least nobody seemed to be doing that here.) But it is a quiet and inviting place with a lot to keep you occupied if you wish to. Seating was mostly at tables, not at solo stations. Review #2772

    Autumn M.

    I bumped into this coffee shop while walking through Nashville and I'm go glad I did! I really needed some coffee so we ducked down the alley off of the main road to this coffee shop. This place is definitely unique - quirky is the perfect word to explain it. The shop is a cross between a coffee shop, book store, thrift shop and game room. There are puzzles, books and games to utilize while you are there which is awesome. It reminded me of the game cafes that I used to go to in South Korea. The walls are super decorated in eclectic styles. Everywhere you look is interesting! The owner was the one there when I visited and she made our drinks. I got a vanilla latte and I thought it was made well. They had whole milk and skim milk as the milk options. Service was a little slow, but worth it. I enjoyed browsing the things in the shop and the friendly owner shared some interesting information about her sister and how they thought up the idea of the shop.

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    The Chocolate Moose

    The Chocolate Moose

    4.1
    (81 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    I really wanted to get the Pineapple Dole Whip but the machine was broken. I ended up getting…read morechocolate homemade ice cream and it was delicious! The service was quick and I asked about an ingredient in the Banana Pudding ice cream and the server asked the appropriate person. I appreciate the effort. The restaurant wasn't too crowded for a Wednesday afternoon so we got right in. I will most definitely be back!

    Don't you just love visiting an ice cream joint, and then ignoring the ice cream on the menu and…read moreordering a BLT on a whim, and finding out that it's one of the best BLTs of your life? Don't you just love that? The BLT at The Chocolate Moose is served on a toasted croissant, with slices of crispy bacon, lettuce and tomato. You can get it with mayo or not (I did not). I think the smart move is to ask for extra bacon. The extra bacon put this sandwich over the top! I don't know if it was because of the extra bacon, or because it was tomato season, but the BLT was perfect and just what I needed. I got some potato wedges to go with my sandwich, and I loved those almost as much as my sandwich. Dang, The Chocolate Moose! Who knew you had such good food? Everyone is raving about the ice cream, but I'm over here screaming (OK, murmuring) about the food. I'm not the biggest ice cream fan, but I do occasionally enjoy ice cream as long as it has some stuff in it. It needs texture and things I can chew on. One of my favorite ice cream treats is a turtle sundae, because it has pecans and caramel in it -- a winning combination. Because I was at an ice cream shop, I thought, "What the heck?" and ordered a cup of sweet mucus -- I mean, ice cream. The turtle sundae that I got at The Chocolate Moose was great! I just wish it had more pecans, but I suppose you can ask for them, which I didn't think to do. They have several different kinds of sundaes, as well as ice cream sandwiches, milkshakes and vegan ice cream. There's a drive-thru, which is convenient, but there is very little parking, which is inconvenient. The people that I encountered who work here were super friendly and nice, which was nice.

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    Sweetea's Tea Shop

    4.7
    (89 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    What a sweet little tea and coffee shop. We stayed in Nashville for 3 days on a girl's trip and…read morestopped here 2 of the 3 days. The staff was extremely knowledgeable about their products and helped with any questions that we had. The owner was super friendly and also said she just opened a gift shop down the street and also lives in town. Her brother and one of her employees helped us the day prior and they live in town as well. They also have a coffee or tea to sample on a table in the seating area. There are a few tables to sit at and a couch and chairs in the seating area. They were 7 of us so we enjoyed many items on the menu. The highlights were vanilla chai latte (my fave), the peach tea, and the s'mores latte. There are plenty of items in the shop for purchase related to tea and coffee and you can browse for quite a while. I highly recommend this shop and the delightful owner and I will certainly stop in again.

    Fantastic little tea shop tucked into a cluster of shops in Nashville right across from the Brown…read moreCounty Visitors Center! We arrived on the main thoroughfare in Nashville on a Monday morning around 10:30 am in October - the high season in this leaf peeping area. Having stayed at an inn just down the road, we wanted to get a hot tea to warm up before our day off walking around town. We are so glad to have found Sweetea's! We got a great parking spot in the small lot and went right in. The shop is cozy and filled with teas, tea related gifts, and some other fun Brown County & Indiana knickknacks. I tried their cherry almond tea latte with oat milk and my mom had a maple tea. We both loved our selections. Exactly what we needed to warm up before a brisk shopping adventure. There's some family style seating at two round tables up front and a couch and chairs in the back. By the time we left people were starting to file in as the shops all opened up for the day. We were able to started parked in the lot while at the visitors center and the shops in the surrounding square which was very handy. Loved this place, will definitely be back next time we visit Brown Co!

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    Nashville General Store & Bakery

    4.2
    (63 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    I needed some hydration with a little kick, so I stopped by Nashville General Store & Bakery for an…read moreiced tea. It turned out, they had to make my iced tea special, because they weren't allowed to use the tap water because of some boil order that was established in the area. OK! They were able to pivot and make me my unsweetened ice tea with bottled water, instead. My iced tea was great and just what I wanted. What customer service! I wish I wanted some baked goods while I was here, because this place has all of the homemade-looking baked goods. Peanut butter cookies in a Tupperware container, bread pudding covered in plastic wrap, apple pie in a metal pie dish. All of the baked goods look like they were made by someone's grandma. And they looked like they were labeled by someone's grandpa, carefully, in grandpa handwriting. Nashville General Store has a breakfast and lunch menu along with baked goods, with a big indoor dining room that you can sit in and enjoy your meal. Breakfast foods include pancakes, quiche and breakfast sandwiches; lunch options include things like sandwiches, soups, salads and sides. This place is also a store. You will find things like jams and canned goods, home decor, and lots more stuff with a country aesthetic. It's a cute place to visit to grab something to eat or drink, and look around.

    We stopped in for lunch and ordered the breaded pork tenderloin sandwiches, a Hoosier delicacy. The…read moremeat is locally sourced and sliced. The breading is a house recipe and is crunchy like an onion ring. Delicious! Each tenderloin is breaded and cooked to order and served on a house baked cornmeal bun. The sweet potato fries are served with a spicy jam for dipping. I wasn't sure but it's delicious! There is a shopping area with seasonal decorations and house seasonings and sauces. Mostly stuff you'll find all over Nashville. The dining area features mix n match furniture with a country kitchen vibe. You order at the counter and the food is brought out to your table. We spent $45 for lunch for two but it sure seemed worth it.

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    3.8
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    0.7 mi
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    If you're debating whether Hard Truth is worth the drive to Nashville, the answer is absolutely…read moreyes. The food is fantastic! Depending on how busy they are, you may have a short wait for a table, and your food might take a little longer to come out--but it's well worth it. Don't stop at just the restaurant. Take some time to explore the beautiful grounds, browse the merchandise shop, and walk out to Hard Truth on the Rocks, where you'll find a spacious outdoor deck overlooking the property. During the warmer months, they often have live music, making it an easy place to spend a few relaxing hours. The cocktails are excellent, the staff has always been incredibly friendly, and there's plenty of Hard Truth merchandise if you're looking for a souvenir. I may or may not have left with a t-shirt. Whether you're visiting Brown County for the day or just passing through Nashville, Hard Truth is more than just a restaurant--it's a destination that's absolutely worth adding to your itinerary.

    Went for the second time while in Nashville, Indiana. This place was very crowded and there was a…read moreshort wait for a table. Amelia was our waitress and she was top notch! I ordered the spinach salad and it came out perfectly. I had grilled chicken added to it. The flavor was great and there were sun-dried tomatoes, bacon, and walnuts on the salad. The dressing was light and tasty. The room was huge and a bit loud but I could still talk with my friend. I definitely recommend this restaurant. You will not be disappointed.

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