By Leah Lamm / May 20, 2025, 3:16 PM EDT
Whether you’re fueling up for a scenic hike or winding down after shopping in town, Nashville, Indiana is brimming with cozy cafés, charming tea rooms, and small-batch roasters that reflect the artistic spirit and relaxed pace of Brown County. From hand-pulled espresso to maple-sweetened lattes, here’s your go-to guide for the warmest sips and coziest corners in town.
📍 225 South Van Buren Street
🔗 Sweetea’s Tea Shop
Best for: Creative tea lattes and bubble drinks
Sweetea’s is a whimsical, welcoming tea house with over 30 varieties of loose-leaf teas and a full espresso menu. Locals love their Cinnamon Roll Latte, Lavender & Honey espresso, and seasonal bubble teas. With family games, a kids' trunk, and cozy seating, it’s the perfect place to relax and stay awhile.
📍 87 East Main Street (just off Artist Drive)
🔗 Common Grounds
Best for: Organic coffee, antiques, and quiet corners
Tucked beside Big Woods Pizza, Common Grounds serves organic, fair-trade coffee, a wide tea selection, and a rotating variety of homemade baked goods. Inside, it feels like part café, part antique shop—with shelves of trinkets and eclectic seating. It’s a cozy place to catch up with a friend or take a solo coffee break.
📍 169 South Jefferson Street
🔗 Nashville Daily Grind
Best for: Breakfast, fresh pastries, and grab-and-go coffee
A beloved local hangout, Daily Grind features made-to-order espresso drinks, brewed coffee, hearty breakfast sandwiches, and sweet pastries. It’s warm, welcoming, and centrally located—perfect for an energizing start to your day in Brown County.
📍 96 South Van Buren Street
🔗 Olde Bartley House Coffee and Donuts
Best for: Artisanal donuts and elevated espresso
Set in a beautifully restored 1800s home, The Olde Bartley House offers French-style donuts called “Volànts” in rotating seasonal flavors like maple bacon, chocolate espresso, and lemon lavender. Pair one with an expertly crafted espresso drink and enjoy the vintage charm of the building.
📍 51 East Chestnut Street
🔗 Brown County Sugar Shack Coffee
Best for: Maple-infused lattes and rustic charm
This small but mighty coffee shop specializes in maple-sweetened drinks using 100% pure Indiana maple syrup. From maple lattes to cozy cappuccinos, everything is infused with a bit of local flavor. Be sure to take home a bottle of syrup while you’re there!
📍20 N Van Buren Street
🔗 Percy's Perk
Best for: Creative community vibes and bold espresso
Known for its artsy, bohemian atmosphere, Percy’s Perk blends caffeine with creativity. It’s a newer addition to the Nashville coffee scene but already gaining traction with its inspired drinks and welcoming space for creatives and coffee lovers alike.
📍 5171 Bean Blossom Road, Nineveh, IN
🔗 Farmhouse Café & Tea Room
Best for: Garden-to-table meals and herbal teas
Located in a historic 1800s farmhouse, The Farmhouse Café offers a menu filled with fresh, seasonal ingredients, many from their own gardens. Enjoy herbal teas, homemade desserts, and a quiet stroll through the Flower & Herb Barn after lunch. It’s a serene, scenic spot worth the short drive from downtown.
In Nashville, Indiana, your morning coffee or afternoon tea is more than just a drink—it’s a moment to savor. Whether you prefer a rich pour-over, a sweet maple latte, or a comforting herbal blend, this charming town offers the perfect spot to sit, sip, and stay awhile.
So go ahead—make time for that extra cup. You’re on Brown County time now.
To make your coffee crawl even easier, here’s an interactive map with all the featured spots pinned:
Sweetea’s Tea Shop
Common Grounds Coffee Bar & Tea Shop
Daily Grind Coffee House & Café
The Olde Bartley House Coffee and Donuts
Brown County Sugar Shack Coffee
Percy’s Perk Arthouse Coffee (approximate pin)
The Farmhouse Café & Tea Room
I’m the heart and hustle behind My Brown County Vacation — an Airbnb Superhost with a deep love for history, hospitality, and a good trail walk through the Indiana woods. I blend vintage soul with modern comfort, turning historic cabins into warm, memory-making escapes. Whether I’m staging seasonal decor at the Schoolhouse Inn or weathering a wild storm at the Homestead, I pour care and intention into every detail so guests feel more like family than visitors.
When I’m not welcoming guests or arranging the perfect little touches, I’m out tending the garden for a true garden-to-table experience or loving on my flock of chickens (who are basically part of the team). You’ll often find me walking the forest trails, browsing the charm of local barn sales, or simply enjoying a quiet morning on the porch with a hot cup of coffee. I try to live the kind of grounded, meaningful life that guests come to Brown County hoping to find — and I’m always honored to share a piece of it.