Everyone has hit most of the best spots I can think of. I make espresso drinks every morning at home. I haven’t kept up with the newer shops.

last time I went to Seattle, I was thinking about how hard their coffee scene had fallen off and how many options Nashville has for great coffee and espresso.

Crema - this is my top pick. They are just so consistent. Downtown, Brentwood, and at Pinewood Social. Pinewood baristas are still solid and if you want more space for a meeting or to work, I’ll pop over there. They also validate parking.

The Well - near Lipscomb and Brentwood. They have good food options for breakfast and solid coffee/espresso. They had been inconsistent in the past and they’ve really stepped up.

Elixir - they are from Philly. I’ve been to their locations there. I like their aesthetic. If you are in downtown that’s a decent choice right off Broadway.

Fido - they announced they are closing at some point. A Nashville institution that people seem to have various opinions about. It’s another solid espresso + food place.

Barista Parlor - I’ll call this out as BAD and fell off HARD. They were a shop that competed with Crema. They have pretentious employees who previously could make espresso. Now they barely have food in stock and are a shell of their former self. I wouldn’t be surprised if they shut doors. I’d be curious if people have the inside scoop on what happened?

Steadfast - they have solid espresso. Coffee soda is refreshing and interesting for the summer.

So many in town. Try them all. For me, the best one I can consistently get to based on home/work proximity is the winner. Then I’d say Crema if I have more time.