NASHVILLE, Tenn (WTVF) — After nearly three decades as a Hillsboro Village staple, Fido Coffee Shop will close its doors — but not for another 967 days.
Owner Bob Bernstein announced that June 1, 2028, will mark the final day of business for the popular coffeehouse. The long notice, he said, gives employees and loyal customers time to prepare — and celebrate the café's lasting legacy.
"It's tied to our lease," Bernstein said. "I know how much money this building is going to need, where my head will be, and most of all, where the rent will be. It was time to make the decision."
Bernstein said the choice not to renew the lease came down to a mix of rising costs and industry pressures. He cited tariffs, weather-related issues, and construction challenges, calling them "a lot to be stacked