Fast Times Coffee
1119 Halcyon Ave, Nashville, TN
Crema's Take
“Nestled in a thoughtfully curated space that doubles as a haven for coffee purists and book lovers, Fast Times serves serious espresso and pour-over coffees alongside exceptional pastries like croissants that rival specialty bakeries. The shop's minimalist approach—offering just simple syrup and mocha as flavor additions—signals its commitment to quality over convenience, making it the rare Nashville spot where a proper cappuccino tastes like it's supposed to. With its beautiful aesthetic, outdoor seating, and the welcoming vibe that makes you want to linger, it's the kind of place that transforms a coffee run into an intentional ritual.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
I did not get a chance to order a coffee but I would definitely try it next time I’m visiting Nashville. This store was beautiful and I didn’t want to leave. Every clothing item I picked up, I wanted to buy! The photos I’m posting are not even half of the photos I took. That’s how much I loved it!!!!
it’s hard to find a coffee shop that can make a proper cappuccino in nashville. the pastries are killer as well. this place is not for your average joe looking for a fluffy iced drink with basic seating and an uninspiring environment, head to the monkey place or yellow land if that’s your thing. this shop is espresso + aesthetic perfection and I’m thrilled we have a buck mason + fast times here in nashville.
Their croissant was one of the best we’ve tried. I had an espresso and a filter coffee that were good, and the matcha latte was also good. The atmosphere inside and the outdoor seating was also nice.
I’m a big fan of Fast Times! I love the whole concept of the shop. Buck Mason is such a beautiful shop and Fast Times is the perfect addition. I love the selection of books, and their Gold Country blend is excellent! The Whippersnapper & the sweet latte are so good.
Love the combo of coffee and books! Coffee was very good. It's more for a coffee purist. Simple syrup and mocha are the only flavors. Aesthetic is great but hard to enjoy because of the foot traffic. Not the best place to chill on a Saturday. It's also attached to a clothing shop. Mixed feelings overall, but five stars for the coffee.
Crema Reviews
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