The best cafes in Lebanon

9 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Tim Hortons

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Canadian chain for signature premium-blend coffee, plus light fare, pastries & breakfast sandwiches.

2001 Golden Bear Gateway (Mt. Juliet)

“Canadian chain for signature premium-blend coffee, plus light fare, pastries & breakfast sandwiches.”

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Red Bicycle Coffee Co.

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Red Bicycle Coffee Co. keeps Mt. Juliet happily caffeinated inside Vintage Station North, pouring specialty coffee alongside real-deal…

2099 N Mt Juliet Rd Ste 26 (Mt. Juliet)

“Red Bicycle Coffee Co. keeps Mt. Juliet happily caffeinated inside Vintage Station North, pouring specialty coffee alongside real-deal breakfast and brunch that actually sticks.”

From the Mount Juliet newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Dutch Bros Coffee

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Fun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.

1012 Westgate Dr (Gallatin)

“Fun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.”

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Apostolos Coffee

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Apostolos Coffee brews the good stuff, and every cup fuels local and global missions through The Glade Church... come for the coffee, stay…

9000 Stewarts Ferry Pike (Mt. Juliet)

“Apostolos Coffee brews the good stuff, and every cup fuels local and global missions through The Glade Church... come for the coffee, stay for real conversation. If giving back with your latte sounds right, put it on your list this week.”

From the Murfreesboro newsletter, August 17, 2026

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Just Love Coffee Cafe - Mt. Juliet

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Just Love Coffee Cafe - Mt. Juliet brings hand-crafted coffee and waffle-ironed creations that hit the sweet spot between cozy and…

63 Belinda Pkwy (Mt. Juliet)

“Just Love Coffee Cafe - Mt. Juliet brings hand-crafted coffee and waffle-ironed creations that hit the sweet spot between cozy and craveable.”

From the Lebanon newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Compassion Coffeehouse

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Compassion Coffeehouse pours solid espresso drinks, smoothies, and even acai bowls, and each cup helps fight veteran homelessness and…

11674 Lebanon Rd (Mt. Juliet)

“Compassion Coffeehouse pours solid espresso drinks, smoothies, and even acai bowls, and each cup helps fight veteran homelessness and hunger in local schools. If you want your caffeine habit to do some good, this nearby Mt. Juliet spot makes it easy.”

From the Hendersonville newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Slow Hand Bakehouse

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Slow Hand Bakehouse is the kind of spot you swing by for a dialed-in latte and stay because Pastry Chef Audra Guidry keeps tempting you…

111 S Greenwood St

“Slow Hand Bakehouse is the kind of spot you swing by for a dialed-in latte and stay because Pastry Chef Audra Guidry keeps tempting you with playful spins on classic American treats, plus legit breakfast burritos that hit the spot before work or a Saturday game.”

From the Lebanon newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Split Bean Roasting Co.

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Veteran owned and roasting since 2018, Split Bean Roasting Co. is an award-winning roastery turning Fair Trade, ethically grown beans into…

1050 Hamilton Station Blvd Ste 103

“Veteran owned and roasting since 2018, Split Bean Roasting Co. is an award-winning roastery turning Fair Trade, ethically grown beans into roasts with real character. Grab a fresh bag for home this week, discover their layered profiles, and make weekday brews less meh and more wow.”

From the Lebanon newsletter, August 23, 2026

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Nashbrew Coffee

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Nashbrew Coffee is popping up around Lebanon this week with signature roasts, craft sodas, and energy refreshers made for porch-weather…

313 W Main St

“Nashbrew Coffee is popping up around Lebanon this week with signature roasts, craft sodas, and energy refreshers made for porch-weather vibes. Hunt down the Tennessee Whiskey Latte or the Peach Pickin’ Time aerocano that somehow sips like coffee stout meets sweet Southern peach tea, then cools you right off.”

From the Lebanon newsletter, September 21, 2026

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