This place just simply rocks. Fido has always been a staple for coffee in Hillsboro Village, and one might suppose there wasn't a need for another one. However, this small lil espresso bar packs more than a powerful punch with its creatively served offerings. Friendly (yes, they REALLY are) baristas take good care of patrons with coffee beverages (a few of the same items from its next door canine sister), by-the-cup tea, as well as Las Paletas and Jeni's Ice Cream. You MUST try the Olive Sinclair magic shell on your ice cream, or for that matter, just go ahead and take a dark chocolate SHOT too!!
I was nervous about checking this place out after reading the reviews, but it turns out it is under new management (since February 2011 I think they said)? I really dig this place. Comfy lounge area, quiet space, great yogurt. Can't beat it.
This is a great venue, not only for eating, but the upstairs dining room doubles as a gallery for local artists. The current exhibit is by photographer, Nancy Diana, and features her "Signs of Life: Nashville - Part I & 2" series, her "Sustenance" series, and many of her landscapes of Middle Tennessee. Here's a link to many of the photos being shown: http://www.pbase.com/bellanundo/signs_of_l…
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Walked to this place last night in East Nashville. Great location for an ice cream shop. All the flavors are homemade and the place had a lot of character. I had the berry ice cream which consisted of blueberry, rasberry and strawberry...I think?? It was quite tasty. My wife had the Little Debbie Swiss Cake Roll ice cream and that one was great too. $3 for a cone ( not too bad ) 1 is enough for two people to share... The guy working there was friendly so I will definitely go back for more.
Nucci's is easily one of the best things about Cool Springs. Owned by Connie and Steve Hovis, the entire family is friendly, capable and eager to please. When it comes to their sandwiches, Italian Ice or gelato, they don't have to try very hard. Everything is always fresh, tasty and consistently what you expect when you order it. The decor is open, inviting and bright. The staff at Nucci's goes out of its way to make everyone feel welcome. If you want something different than run-of-the-mill fast food, try NUcci's. You'll be delighted you did.
Re: “Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams”
Ridiculously good and can't get enough of this place.