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Fido

1812 21st Ave S
Nashville, TN 37212
Phone: (615) 777-3436
Fido
Price:
$
Best of Citysearch:
Breakfast 2006, Breakfast 2006, Coffee 2005
Hours:
Mon-Thu 7am-11pm, Fri 7am-12am, Sat 8am-12am, Sun 8am-11pm

Editorial Review for Fido – by Citysearch Editors

In Short
Grungy floors, rocky tables and uneven service are all forgiven: This funky coffeehouse is the heart and soul of Hillsboro Village. Fido draws a mix of Vandy students, Music Row execs and soccer moms. Coffee is the main attraction, but large sandwiches and all-day breakfasts are also draws. Egg McFido, a bagel piled with scrambled eggs and cheddar, makes a swell "morning after" remedy. Sturdier appetites lean toward the Village Burrito--flank steak, spinach, feta and eggs.

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Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

Weekend breakfast and brunch draw the biggest crowds. Expect speedier service at lunch on weekdays.

Know Before You Go

Fido's mellow vibe makes it an ideal spot for a low-key first date.

User Reviews for Fido

Citysearch (28), Trip Advisor (1 ), All (29)

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

04/07/2008 Posted by reviewerAustin

Overpriced salad arrived after about 15 minutes during a slow time. It was small and insignificant, not worth 8.99 and the waitress was surly.Coffee is good, so stick with that.

Cons: parking is challenging, pricey.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

03/18/2008 Posted by thenashvillian

I am a local Nashvillin and live near Fido. I have given this coffee house so many chances but they consistently fail in one area - service. This is one of the main, if not the mother ship, coffee house for The Village and Vanderbilt. I really love the coffee and food here which is why I want Fido to correct its biggest flaw, the service. Parking is just not going to happen for you behind the storefront, so don't try. (And please stop trying to pull out of the parking lot onto Hillsboro Pike and make a left towards Belmont - you will screw up traffic for those of us that drive through The Village several times a day) Park behind the Belcourt and you will be fine to walk the short distance. Once you get inside, the line can get a little long but they do move. The biggest problem comes when you do order; it takes them on average 20 - 30 min to get anything to you. I have ordered two cups of coffee before and it took 25 Min!! I have ordered two breakfast items with some coffee and it took 30 min! Fido is never staffed by the same employees week to week which may lend to the disorganization. The Free WIFI and the abundance of seating is a big plus. The changing wall paper of local artist is also a nice touch. Overall, I rate this coffee house a 4 out of 5 with the missing star attributed to their horrible service. If you want the 5/5 star coffee house in the area, take the extra 3 min drive to Bongo Java.

Pros: Best Coffee, Great Food, and WiFi

Cons: Horrible Service and No Parking

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Editor's Review

A focus on food provides more than a caffeine rush at this Hillsboro Village institution.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

Weekend breakfast and brunch draw the biggest crowds. Expect speedier service at lunch on weekdays.

More Insider Tips

Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 7am-11pm
  • Fri 7am-12am
  • Sat 8am-12am
  • Sun 8am-11pm

Payment Types

  • American Express
  • Visa
  • MasterCard

Cuisines

  • Coffeehouse
  • Bakeries

Meal Price

  • $

Amenities

  • People Watching
  • Kid Friendly
  • Local Favorites
  • Brunch
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch Spot

Recognition for Fido

2006 Editorial Winner - Breakfast
2006 Audience Winner - Breakfast
2005 Audience Winner - Coffee

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