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First Bloom Coffee and Bakery

About First Bloom Coffee and Bakery

First Bloom Coffee and Bakery is a welcoming coffee and tea destination in Cleveland, Tennessee, where thoughtfully prepared drinks, fresh bakery treats, and comfortable hospitality come together.

Located at 455 Church St SE, this cozy, historic, and quietly stylish café is a wonderful place to begin the morning, enjoy a relaxed brunch, meet a friend for lunch, or treat yourself to dessert.

Guests can choose from great coffee, an impressive selection of teas, quick bites, and local specialties, with plenty of seating for solo dining, casual conversations, or focused laptop work. With complimentary Wi-Fi, a restroom, and a peaceful atmosphere, First Bloom makes it easy to settle in and enjoy your time.

Whether you prefer outdoor seating, a leisurely dine-in experience with table service, or the convenience of takeaway and delivery, First Bloom Coffee and Bakery offers flexible ways to enjoy its menu.

The café also provides on-site services and catering, making it a practical choice for everything from a quick coffee break to breakfast gatherings, business lunches, celebrations, and dessert orders. Customers can plan ahead with reservations, and payment is simple with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.

Rated 4.70 out of 5 based on 204 customer reviews, First Bloom has earned a strong reputation for quality, comfort, and friendly service. Accessibility is an important part of the experience, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet.

Whether you are searching for a dependable morning coffee, a satisfying breakfast, a peaceful place to work, or a cozy spot to enjoy tea and fresh sweets, First Bloom Coffee and Bakery offers a warm, inviting setting for every visit. To learn more or make arrangements, call +1 423-458-1206.

★★★★★ 4.70 rating (204 reviews)
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More Than Just Coffee

Every cup we serve is a small moment of joy, carefully crafted by passionate baristas who care about your experience.

  • Free WiFi
  • Cozy Seating
  • Pet Friendly
  • Local Roasters

Reviews

From our beloved regulars

Lexsi Branch

Lexsi Branch

9 months ago

Absolutely love this place, the workers are always so friendly and willing to help if you cant decide. the coffee is always amazing as well as the pastries. I cant recommend them enough. easily my favorite coffee place in Cleveland. 🩷

Ben Reed

Ben Reed

2 months ago

I had a good time, the shop's a bit hard to find if you eyeball it, but let gmaps guide you after parking (which is plentiful and free) and you'll be good. First bloom is in a refurbished brick industrial building (think brick smoke stacks and old rail lines) and it fits the feeling of the artist studios and art shops around it. Go for the pastries, go for the coffee drinks, pass on the drip coffee if you want it black. 4.8/5

Pavel B

Pavel B

month ago

Banana pudding latte was good and not sweet. Nice big rooms and lots of seating. Nice antique shop next door

Naomi D

Naomi D

3 months ago

What a hidden gem. Quiet, charming, with delicious bagels. Added to my breakfasts spots on my TN visits

P. Scarbrough

P. Scarbrough

10 months ago

What a find! My goodness where has this place been in my life! We were thrilled to find this fabulous cozy coffee spot and bakery in such a gorgeous location! We had a matcha lemonade with added strawberries, 2 iced Amber Waves and a pour over. All were delicious! I had one of the Amber Waves and it tasted like homemade syrup with a lovely balance of acidity and creaminess. My goodness we will be back!

Marli Wolff

Marli Wolff

5 months ago

My new favorite coffee spot in Cleveland TN! What a hidden gem, tucked inside the old grist mill. Such a cool, and cozy location. Staff is friendly and happy to share all the delicious options they offer. The strawberry scone I had was beyond fantastic (I haven’t been able to find true scones in the area… these guys know what they are doing!) and the brown sugar latte was tasty. I can’t wait to go back.

Dani Roberts

Dani Roberts

year ago

Great selection of coffee drinks, tea, and pastries. I got a very tasty jalapeño popper bagel sandwich. The staff is very friendly and willing to make suggestions. It’s a worthy detour if you like hole in the wall coffee shops. 10/10 will go again.

Mary Wilfong

Mary Wilfong

month ago

this place was great!!!! my food and drink were sooooo delicious and unique! there were lots of seating options and it was super cute and cozy. i got some studying done there and i loved it! and the employees are so nice :) i’ll definitely be back!!

Rand Eberhard

Rand Eberhard

5 months ago

Best coffee ☕️ quality and atmosphere I’ve been to in years. Dakota was a great barista and cool person made the vibe chill 🇺🇸👏🏽🐺💯 This history of this place and mill that has been restored and repurposed is such an upgrade blessing to the Cleveland community! East Tennessee jewel of a place Way better choice for coffee and chill vibe compared to Starbucks

Andrew Foster

Andrew Foster

7 months ago

We stopped in at First Bloom Coffee and Bakery this afternoon. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and immediately felt welcome. Since it was our first visit, Dakota walked us through the coffee and bakery menu and took our order. We mentioned we were new to the area, and he kindly recommended other places in town to check out, which we really appreciated. I had a Peppermint Mocha that had the perfect amount of peppermint, and my wife chose one of the holiday coffees. We shared a hazelnut chocolate croissant that was flaky, rich, and delicious. The atmosphere was relaxed and the old wool factory location gave it a whimsical charm that made the experience even more enjoyable. The highlight of our visit was Dakota’s genuine friendliness and the unique old-world factory setting. With plenty of parking and a scenic, interesting location, First Bloom Coffee and Bakery is a wonderful spot we look forward to visiting again

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Common questions about First Bloom Coffee and Bakery

Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • University students

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Come Say Hi

We'd love to see you! Stop by for your favorite drink or to try something new.

Location

455 Church St SE, Cleveland, TN 37311, United States

Hours

Open Now · Tuesday 8 AM-6 PM
Sunday 8 AM-6 PM
Monday 8 AM-6 PM
Tuesday 8 AM-6 PM
Wednesday 8 AM-6 PM
Thursday 8 AM-6 PM
Friday 8 AM-6 PM
Saturday 8 AM-6 PM
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