Flora + Fauna Cafe and Roaster

Yum! This place was amazing, and I’m so glad I came across this restaurant! The food was fantastic, we both had the pumpkin pancakes, and they were phenomenal. They were a bit heavy and filling, so we couldn’t finish our plates because we were so full. For drinks, my friend enjoyed an iced vanilla latte, while I had the Golden Ticket (extra sweet), and it was great! I really loved their fall menu. We arrived around 9:30 and, since there wasn’t a table available for two, we had to wait a bit, which was a small inconvenience. But overall, it was a wonderful experience with excellent food and such friendly staff. I’ll definitely be coming back!

I had a really great experience here! The staff is so kind and friendly, it has a very beautiful interior, lots of seating, and great music too (not too loud, either). I also like that it's connected to other shops and businesses, yet it still has its own private entrance! Service is fast as well! I got the iced chai latte and the breakfast bagel sandwich with sausage added on. The latte was really great, I hope I can come back sometime and try their coffee. The bagel was really good, not too tough, with a generous amount of egg on it. I added the sausage because I figured there would only be one egg, but I was so impressed with how much they put on it. It was a big sandwich, It felt like I was getting my moneys worth, especially for the area. I was only passing through Nashville, but this place made me wish I was a local!!! (Picture note: I had already eaten half of my sandwich when I took I picture so know that when your order, you get double that )

Absolutely loved everything about this cafe!! Food was delicious (ordered the Fauna breakfast, Butterfly chai tea, and Lavender latte) and coffee/tea so good I ordered 2 rounds. Plus, not having to pay for parking is a huge plus. Absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Nashville!

Do no look any further! This place is amazing. Not only is the food delicious the service is wonderful. Management must be doing a great job because the people look happy to be working there. They have GF bread, brownies and cookies for us problem children 😉. Bathroom are also close by and my phone in order was perfection. Thank you for feeding my boyfriend and I as we are working and only eating while we work/drive. Thank you for your kindness. Most pleasant experience!

This is a solid 4.5/5 place and the only reason I didn’t go with 5/5 was service. The staff is a bit cold and you do have to place an order yourself (at peak hours, be ready to stand in a long line that goes all the way to Kisser restaurant). However, once you successfully place an order and are able to find a table for yourself — it’s all uphill from there because the food is outstanding. You’ll crave for their vegetarian options as well once you leave the place because everything is so flavorful and delicious - specially their winter quinoa bowl. I’ve already had it like 4 times since the first time I ate it and I’m still not bored of it. Their coffee is as solid as you’d expect a coffee shop that only sells coffee and pastries, to brew. I’ve gone back there only to pick up coffee to-go. Another plus to this complex, is that they have a huge parking lot and you don’t have to worry about finding street parking. There’re so many great businesses around so you can extend your brunch and grab an early drink at Golden Pony afterwards as well or shop at Garage Sale and grab a drink there. They do have an outdoor area as well as extra seating and I’ve seen them at 100% capacity on Saturdays and Sundays during brunch hours. I’m absolutely thrilled to have this cafe open in my neighborhood and frequently like to go there.

I got an excellent cortado here! Delightful people and a relaxing atmosphere here. Thank you from your friends at ETSC!

What’s not to love?! Excellent coffee, delicious food, and incredible rotating specials. Plus the staff is super friendly. We come to Nashville a couple of times a year and this place is our go to while here. 10/10 recommend.

A great spot to grab breakfast and a coffee. They sell bulk coffee to bring home as well! Staff was very friendly and the yogurt bowl and mocha latte I got were delish!

Flora + Fauna is a perfect little hidden gem in the cutesy part of East Nashville for coffee and incredible artisan snacks. While I am not a coffee girly, the chai latte was the best I've had yet in Nashville. And, their coffee did look and smell divine - especially since they use their own coffee beans (which you can purchase!) I also divulged in a snack from their menu, and let me just say the sourdough bread and cranberry-feta dip was *chef's kiss. I'll be dreaming about that bread and dip for months. Absolutely incredible. I will be returning here for sure, for the cute atmosphere, and the chai and snacks.

This lovely little coffee shop is one of my favorites in East Nashville! I love the location - the Highland Yards area is such a cute neighborhood pocket of businesses. Parking can be either great or tricky ... it all depends on whether Kisser is open that day. Even still, you can usually snag a spot as someone is leaving. I've been to Flora + Fauna several times, and while their regular coffee menu is good, they shine in their seasonal offerings. Their spice-forward winter latte is sooo good (I forget the name!) They also have quite a few tea options, and even some kombucha and juice available for non-caffeniated folks. The food is quite tasty - most recently I had a piece of their coffee cake warmed that was moist and flavorful. Their avocado toast is also fun take - it's loaded up with toppings. I'm excited to see what their new spring menu brings soon!

I've been here more times than I can count! It's been over a year, so I wanted to update my review. F&F has become a Sunday coffee + brunch tradition with the family. Their coffee quality is top tier and I love the staff. My husband also likes to stop by for weekday coffee. Food is also really good and some dishes changed depending on the season. I love how fresh everything is and the attention to detail. Nashville is obviously a very touristy city, so when I see long lines, I just order online pickup. It's been a convenient way to order without waiting in a long line. Overall, coffee here is top quality. A must go if you're wanting anything to drink. The coffee shop in general is beautiful and inviting. 10/10.

It was okay, nothing great. Wish I tasted more of the espresso in my latte. Staff was super friendly and helpful.

I can only speak for the coffee on this review! But what a cool spot right across from Kisser. It's perfectly located in this area with a few things to do. We got one of their specialty coffees and an americano. The only reason for the 3 star rating is the americano wasn't a very strong. Prices are solid but the drinks we tried were very watered down and too much milk. I think most people would love this place though.

This is a nice little cafe. Good vibes and a bit crowded, but I didn't mind that. There was a worker who went around checking on customers and clearing their dishes out which I appreciated. They also gave a glass bottle filled with water which was an elevated touch. The coffee I ordered was good! They have fun house-made & seasonal flavors; I would love to come in again and try more. My cherry chicken sandwich was unique and tasty, but I feel the bun could've been a little better, the chicken wasn't the best piece of meat (I could be wrong, but it seemed precooked?), and I would've liked more of the delicious toppings it came with. It also seemed pricey ($16.5!) but I'm glad I tried it. Walking by other tables, all the food looked very good. Overall, this was a pleasant experience and I would love to come back and try more of their unique menu items and coffees!

I have been here many times for meetings with fellow wedding vendors, etc and each time I am just as happy as the last. My go to drink is a honey lavender latte and I add mocha. Every time it's delish and the food is great too. The only negative (not really negative ) thing I have to say is that there's not enough seating inside and it can get crowded quick. Other than that, service is always amazing, the ambiance is immaculate and the coffee and food is amazing. One of my favorite spots for sure.

Patient service as their menu is quite extensive. Tried a couple seasonal drinks and yogurt. Nice seating area and a good number of tables outside, inside, and in the hallway Sage harvest latte: a bit savory and interesting sage flavor, although not too strong, not my favorite fall drink I have tried Seasonal yogurt: spiced apples were delicious, granola nice and crunchy, good amount of yogurt, just didn't really think the bananas belonged in a fall yogurt? I think maybe another fruit might have given this bowl a bit more oomph!

This coffee shop is so cute!!! Love their seasonal drink menu and that they make their syrups in house. Staff are always so friendly and efficient.

Highland Yards? So this 'Highland Heights' thing is really sticking around, huh? Okay. I'll play along. Part of my consternation is that if you told me [redacted] years ago that 'Highland Heights', 'Highland Yards' and cute coffee shops would be a fixture of this part of East Nashville I would have laughed at you. And, I would have been wrong. Whatever and however all this came to be, it's here and it's a pretty cool thing to behold. As a carryover from a former life, I'm given to exploring my metro. On a Tuesday morning in early Spring, I didn't have breakfast food in my house.* So, after my morning calls, I hopped in the car and made my way to 'Highland Heights.' Abutting the other side of the tracks was an airy, sunny, fairly crowded coffee shop bustling with people. But despite the bustle, two things: parking was easy and I was greeted with a smile. I think this'll do. After making small talk, I asked some questions about the menu, specials and what not. Rather than being put off, the barista engaged me in conversation, answered my questions and helped me to make some good decisions. I ordered, tipped and waited for my food/drink to be ready. My drink was ready first and not too terribly long after, I had my food. I smiled, thanked him and got in my car to return home. I left out a step: I got in my car and immediately took a sip of my Golden Tumeric latte. Heavenly. Healing. Gorgeous color. A muted sweetness accompanied by slight creaminess. I tried to be mindful of my sips so as to have enough to go with my food by the time I got home. I was somewhat successful. My bagel sandwich with scrambled eggs and cheese sounded basic but it was substantial, with fluffy eggs and just the right amount of cheese. It wasn't a perfect fit with my drink but that was entirely my mistake, not F+F's. F+F is entirely worth your time to discover and patronize. I didn't see a place like this fitting into an area like this but here it is and here we are. It's a good thing. *Well, I didn't have breakfast food I wanted to prepare.

While in Nashville we visited Flora and Fauna for a brunch outing and had a mixed experience. I ordered the spicy feta grilled chicken sandwich with a side of fried potato wedges. The chicken was somewhat dry, but the spicy feta sauce added a nice kick and was quite tasty. Unfortunately, the potato wedges were under-seasoned and didn't add much to the meal. On the positive side, the decor and ambiance of Flora and Fauna are charming and inviting, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy a meal. The drinks were amazing and definitely a highlight of the visit. My dining partners had a better experience with their food, particularly the bagel sandwich, which was the overall winning dish of our meal. Despite some inconsistencies, Flora and Fauna offers a pleasant dining environment and some standout items that make it worth a visit.

Visiting Nashville for day and we were lucky to have found this wonderful place. Great food and coffee and beyond excellent staff. Sitting can be limited since there are too many customers. In a word, excellent.

We were obsessed with flora and fauna cafe! The food was absolutely delicious. I could eat the pumpkin snickerdoodle every day. The salsa verde with the quesadilla was insanely good. Most importantly the space is so cute with plenty of open seating.

Very cute coffee shop in East Nashville. We accidentally found this coffee shop while waiting to be seated at a restaurant in the same building. We ordered High Garden Matcha -- it comes unsweetened but I asked to add 25% honey and it's perfect. We also got the Butterfly chai latte -- the best chai I ever had, and the pumpkin spice latte muffin was excellent!!!Highly recommended !!!

I finally got to visit this coffeeshop and I loved what I ordered. The coffee was so good and the food was amazing! This is a small shop so be prepared to maybe not enjoy your items there but they have outdoor seating and more seats along the hall to the building it's in. The staff was really sweet and they were all very nice. This is a great location to enjoy some coffee and have a solo date.

Stopped in for a quick bite and it didn't disappoint. I ordered the Delicata Squash Salad. It was quick, tasty, and filling. The staff was pleasant and the space was open and airy.

Stopped by for a drink with my partner. I wanted to get something that was not too sweet and once I saw the matcha mash on the menu, I knew I had found it. The person at the counter was very helpful in explaining the different size options available based on the drinks we were looking for. They even gave us a recommendation. My partner liked the butterfly chai latte. If I was in the mood for a chai, I would probably get that. They have space for you to sit down where they will bring your items to you. They even serve brunch. I'll have to visit again to get the brunch experience. Overall good drinks

We stopped by at 4:00 on a weekday for a quick coffee and snack while out shopping in East Nashville. This coffee shop is small but full of so much character. I loved the green/gold accents, plants, and mural. This is a quant and cozy cafe with lots of charm. I chose a pastry from the case-- a cinnamon twist warmed up. It was so good and honestly so fun to pull apart! The chocolate milk and coffee were also both given thumbs up from our table. The coffee was the last thing to be made and probably took around 10 minutes. We decided to grab a to-go cup and hit the road. They also serve brunch; however, the flavors seemed a little too foo-foo for me. I didn't see much I would eat based on their menu listing. That being said, this was such a gem to find for a quick coffee and pastry break in the middle of the day. The baristas were friendly, the shop was cute, and the food and drinks were delicious. Give Flora + Fauna a visit the next time you're in East Nash!

My friend and I came here to get drinks while we were at Kisser for brunch, and they were nice enough to even bring the drinks to our table at Kisser (though they did get a bit mixed up and we did have to go check on them). Their cappuccino is as expected, and their iced chai is good in terms of flavor but a bit on the milky side for me. Not my fav. They do have some really cool drinks, though, like their Pride Edition Late Bloomer drink and their Sunburn drink, with crazy ingredients. The sunburn drink was SO unique, as the intial flavor was of coffee and coconut but the cayenne quickly hit you in the back of the throat and left you with a punch of heat. We loved how unique it was, though I wouldn't go out of my way to come back here.

The service was great! This iced Cuban Latte was amazing and BLT and roasted potatoes were so good! Very relaxing environment too!!So happy we found this place!!

This place is my go to for friends visiting Nashville it just always slaps but today was ESPECIALLY good! I usually get one of their amazing salads or their peach toast with peanut butter but I decided to branch out and get their avocado toast and holy cr*p that was the best avocado toast I've ever had! It also looks just as good as it tastes I would've never thought to put honey on avocado toast but it works so well with the watermelon radish I'm obsessed. I'm also going to be really sad when they discontinue their pride coffee drink because it's just the best

Delicious coffee (even decaf is great) and pastries. Great breakfast menu and friendly staff. Relaxing atmosphere. Come here every time I am in town.

Enjoyed this beautiful coffee shop on a Thursday morning. We got the Valentine's Day latte and it was very tasty. Took a while to come out but it was worth it. Good service, nice staff. Very clean & bright space. Not a ton of space, and probably wouldn't want to do work here. Great for socializing and a quick bite and drink.

This was a great little cafe in the new Highland Yards mall. I stopped in for the Conversation Hearts Coffee Crawl, and I really enjoyed the Sweet Talk specialty latte. The baristas were very friendly, and the space is beautiful. There's a good amount of seating, but it is all very close together. It's not an ideal location to be having a private or long convo at. Overall a good space to come and hang out for an hour or so. It's very cute & locally owned!

So good I didn't even have time for a photo! My fiancé and I can't decide what's better, the consistently great coffee, the exceptional food, or the genuinely lovely service. Sarah helped us out at the counter and was super knowledgeable and quick. She also brought out our dishes, even remembering who ordered what. I have had the potato hash a few times now & each time it gets better! I can't recommend this place more.

Honestly, I live down the street. And I feel horrible that I always forget this place exists. It's truly one of the best breakfasts ever in town. Sarah was kind and just had a really good energy. I wish I took a picture of the food but I ate it too fast. Gotta set a mental reminder that the coffee here is so damn good. Thank you for the great service and exceptional food.

Wonderful food - very fresh and light which is becoming more common in Nashville, though not as common as you'd expect for a city with a lot of young adults. Coffee is also fantastic. The interior is lovely and shares space with the other shops in the building. Service is also great, though can be on the slower side depending on how busy it is.

Got a matcha latte that tasted solely like oat milk with a hint of matcha: mid. Also got an egg & cheese bagel that was completely unseasoned: mid. Overall extremely mid experience!

My boyfriend and I love this place! The food is always SO yummy, the ambiance is so cute and romantic, and the service is great. There are tons of vegetarian/ vegan options, and all of them are so good. Definitely recommend for a cute date/brunch spot! We love the veggie wrap, potato hash, and the hot honey breakfast sandwich.

I had a really great experience here! The staff is so kind and friendly, it has a very beautiful interior, lots of seating, and great music too (not too loud, either). I also like that it's connected to other shops and businesses, yet it still has its own private entrance! Service is fast as well! I got the iced chai latte and the breakfast bagel sandwich with sausage added on. The latte was really great, I hope I can come back sometime and try their coffee. The bagel was really good, not too tough, with a generous amount of egg on it. I added the sausage because I figured there would only be one egg, but I was so impressed with how much they put on it. It was a big sandwich, It felt like I was getting my moneys worth, especially for the area. I was only passing through Nashville, but this place made me wish I was a local!!!

Food is honest, innovative, seasonal and delicious! I wish they wouldn't be shy on their seasoning as everything I had needed another pinch of salt! As a coffee snob, execution was great and matched the ambiance. I can't wait to go back again.

Adorable coffee spot, delicious coffee and teas, some baked goods (we got a berry scone). They also gave some breakfast, sandwiches and bowls if you've got a heartier appetite. Super friendly staff, neat old industrial building transformed into charming businesses.

This place belongs off broadway. The Avocado Toast came out about 3minutes after I ordered it, red flag, it was flavorless and on bread not toast. 10 minutes later I received my latte which was ordered at the same time. The menu uses terms like "house made black pepper" whatever that means, and they put edible flowers on my $15 pancakes which were like mush sliders. My friend had a breakfast burrito akin to 7Eleven grab and go. I won't be back. If I wanted overpriced mediocrity I would just go to Hearts up the road.

Don't dine here if you support employers who employ animal abusers. I witnessed an employee literally smash a bird's skull in with a broom trying to get it out of the restaurant. We were watching & thought he would just "shoo" it gently but this man literally swatted it in mid air, SO loud & with so much force that multiple people turned their heads in shock, the baristas too. The employee walked away & came back with a rag to pick up the bird & dispose of it. It's obvious that the poor bird is dead. DISGUSTING.

Really cute cafe and affordable prices!! Our AirBnB host suggested this sweet spot for brunch and it worked out perfectly! The barista was so kind and helped us select what to order. They have a great menu and it was hard to pick just one thing to eat! I ended up ordering the Fauna Breakfast and it was delicious -- it was filling and hit the spot for a hot breakfast. I also ordered an iced lavender latte and it was balanced perfectly, the lavender complemented the espresso really well. We also enjoyed the atmosphere of the restaurant -- the interior was so relaxing and beautiful. 11/10 would love to eat here again! I know we'll be back!

Wrap was a 10/10 the best thing. Everything on the menu looked pretty good ! Very happy with my decision. The coffee wasn't anything special I had the iced vanilla latte and it was average. The vibe was so cute too! We came in a big group and they did not seem like they wanted to accommodate for us. The cafe is small so I understand how a big group may be frustrating but we were doing our best to make it easiest on them.

Jogged over here before my flight out of Nashville. It was definitely a worth while meal for before travel. I ordered the chai and the lady checking me out mentioned the milk was from a Kentucky dairy, which was a fun tidbit. Trying not to drink milk alternatives because they tend to be too processed, but real milk can also be a mess, too lol Any who. This was a chill spot to grab breakfast by myself. I was super happy to see something close to a English breakfast. Will be happy to pop back when I'm visiting again!

I like the food, the location and the coffee But the whole we discriminate against people with disabilities and dont allow service animals. Ill spend my money somewhere else on a daily basis.

I came for the flora and not the fauna, as this is a pretty vegetarian- and vegan-friendly cafe. A diverse menu yielded a quinoa bowl with balls of black beans and sweet potatoes, as well as a matcha blackberry lemonade. Both were tasty, and there was much else that I could have ordered. The place is in an industrial-looking building on the edge of town, and it was as pricey as eating in a nicer area. Some of the decor was a bit obnoxious. But I didn't have any major complaints and the food was definitely worthwhile.

Great atmosphere and very friendly service. Good food, bright and cozy. It's a cafe, but they serve the food somewhere between a restaurant and cafe, but it's cafe casual atmosphere. Very cute and clean. Not a lot of laptop plug ins, but there is one table area that has them and seats 4 people, but really only 2 ppl if they are strangers who don't want to crowd each other.

Lovely local coffee shop! The decor is outstanding and the coffee doesn't get any fresher than this! I got a cortado and it was velvety smooth with a complex nutty flavor. This would be the perfect place to stop by to catch up with a friend or get some work done. I'm very glad I decided to stop by!

Flora and Fauna is a wonderfully intentional restaurant. Every aspect of the space seems well thought through. Even the coffee machine was purchased in a color that matched the decor. The restaurant shunned table numbers for table animals, offers tea in a beautiful glass tea pot, provides water to the tables in wine bottles, and styled their space in a comfortable clean aesthetic. The food and drink were amazing. The homemade chai is the best I've had, and I love a great chai tea. My wife had a potato Hash Bowl and is still raving about the beets. I like to judge a restaurant off their avocado toast and they passed with flying colors. Highly recommend.

Very cute little shop with good fresh food and friendly employees! Got a Fauna Breakfast plate to split with my husband, and it was perfect. The employees didn't have any problem with us splitting a meal, and gave us an extra plate. The food was made pretty speedily, water and glasses were waiting for us on the table, and the meal and ambience were fantastic. Could be a little hard to find in the new development, but worth it when you do. Can't wait to come back!

Charming little spot - loads of natural light, the live plants everywhere are a beautiful touch of nature indoors. The staff were all super friendly and smiling on a Joplin' Saturday morning. I just popped in for the first time while traveling through Nashville and wish I had time to sit down for breakfast as the plates that passed me while I waited all looked and smelled delicious! Anyone who reads any of my collections and posts knows I always hunt for the best local coffee shops when I'm on the road. This one popped up and I had to give it a try. I ordered my usual traditional cappuccino (it's always a good sign when the cafe offers a less than 8 oz cap!!). My coffee came out quickly but don't let that infer anything about the quality. The barista managed to send a little extra love with a sweet heart in the microfoam. The espresso is mild with deep chocolate notes - which I love. I would definitely come back here next time I'm in Nashville - keep up the great work F&F team!

One of those places where I almost don't want to write a review because it's a place I want to frequent and don't want to get too busy, because its welcoming, mellow atmosphere is a big part of its charm! I first stumbled upon F+F when in the building to get my hair cut next door, and people seemed to be happily grazing on a late lunch or working over coffee. I was excited to return and try it for myself. We enjoyed their coffee drinks, including both iced and hot options. Some interesting syrup options -- including pecan and coconut-caramel -- if that's your thing. They've seemingly thought about all the details in the thoughtfully-designed place. You can order online and they have a couple reserved parking spots right out front to run in to pick up orders. Lots of gluten-free, vegetarian, and modified-for-vegan options available on the food menu.

Made a trip to Flora + Fauna this morning after a terrible experience else where and I felt like visiting Flora + Fauna was the only solution to fix my day and boy was I right. Everything I have tasted has been so amazing and the staff are so sweet and endearing!

I'm always on the prowl to try the newest coffee shops in Nashville. When I heard Flora + Fauna was finally open, I jumped in my car and headed on over to Highland Yards to give them a try! When you walk in, you can tell that they took their time building a fun, creative, and beautiful space! There is so much art, greenery, and overall good energy - the color palette of the space was also so aesthetically pleasing. I felt very welcome as soon as I walked in! Seating is pretty ample! There is bar seating, as well as some other high top corners + normal seating, so a wide variety of options. I started off with the Cuban, and it was definitely in the top three that I've ever had in Nashville! Always a good sign (: Next, I got the Hummingbird pancakes! What I love about this dish was how they elevated something simple like a pancake, but added so many different complementing flavors to bring it together! The Pecan cream cheese was very light, not too over powering, and the sweetness off the banana paired very well with the acidity added by the pineapples! To top it all off, the customer service was absolutely amazing, I was checked up on multiple times and felt so much kindness exuded from the staff! Definitely going to be coming by here more often and bring some friends - I need to explore the rest of this menu!

Amazing and cool coffee shop! Parking was very easy. They do have an amazing menu for special dietary restrictions. Very nice and welcoming people. Super cute place and their coffee was spectacular!

Small elegant coffee shop with brunch options. Lavender coffee and drip were both tasty. Really enjoyed the quinoa bowl. Service was quick and friendly.