Standard Reservation Recently named one of OpenTable’s Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America, Yolan is a true love letter to Italy—an authentic experience of Italian cuisine, wine, and hospitality in the heart of downtown Nashville. Located within The Joseph, the restaurant honors the heritage of the founding family and its namesake, Yolanda.
Evenings feature house-made pastas, wood-fired meats, and seasonal dishes shaped by Italy’s diverse regions, with à la carte selections or the five-course Esperienza Yolan tasting.
By day, Yolan offers breakfast, weekday lunch, and weekend brunch. Italian-inflected morning fare, signature pastries, and spritzes pair with a vibrant espresso bar, while lunch offers elegant, midday dishes crafted with the same regional inspiration and care.
Daily Afternoon Aperitivo invites guests to enjoy cocktails and small plates as the day unwinds. From sunrise to evening’s end, Yolan reflects the soul of Italian dining—warm, refined, and beautifully composed.
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La Tavola in La Cucina: À La Carte Experience the heart of Yolan – the scents, the sights, and the energy – seated at the most exclusive table in Nashville: La Tavola in La Cucina. La Tavola invites up to four guests to dine within our kitchen as our chefs expertly craft plates and preside over your experience to bring our love letter to Italy to life.
$50 reservation fee* per guest. À la carte menu. Pricing exclusive of tax and gratuity.
*Fee does not apply toward final bill.
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Afternoon Aperitivo Savor the spirit of Italy at Yolan’s daily aperitivo — a refined ritual of relaxation and indulgence. Enjoy a curated selection of Italian wines, refreshing spritz, and signature cocktails alongside shareable snacks, including the new Stuzzi Tower — one-bite expressions from land and sea crafted for the early evening hour. Whether gathered at the copper bar or easing into dinner, Aperitivo is a spirited prelude to dinner, marked by conviviality and craft.
Offered daily, 3pm-5pm only.
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Sicily Wine Tasting: Forged by Fire Experience Sicily through a guided exploration of Mount Etna, the island’s most dynamic wine region and the inspiration for Yolan’s new seasonal menu. As we celebrate our sixth anniversary, discover the remarkable vineyards that thrive on the slopes of Europe’s most active volcano, where fire, elevation, and Mediterranean influence converge to shape wines of extraordinary character.
Shaped by ancient lava flows and dramatic elevations, Etna has emerged as one of the world’s most celebrated wine-growing regions. The volcanic soils impart remarkable freshness, minerality, and complexity, producing wines that are both powerful and refined.
In this guided tasting, guests will discover the elegance of Nerello Mascalese and the vibrant character of Carricante while exploring the unique terroir, history, and traditions that have fueled Etna’s remarkable rise on the world wine stage.
Guided by Yolan’s passionate wine team, this tasting is part of our monthly wine and spirits series exploring the remarkable regions, traditions, and stories that continue to define the world of wine.
$85 per person
Tasting includes four wines and cheeses. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity.
Limited availability. Reservations required.
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Pasta alla Norma Pasta Class + Lunch Join us inside Yolan’s kitchen for a hands-on exploration of Pasta alla Norma, one of Sicily’s most celebrated dishes. Inspired by the fertile volcanic landscape surrounding Mount Etna, this iconic preparation reflects the rich agricultural traditions and culinary heritage of Catania. Guided by Chef de Cuisine Liam Byres, guests will prepare fresh pasta dough and learn the techniques behind this timeless Sicilian classic, featuring tomato, fried eggplant, basil, and ricotta salata. Each participant will make their own fresh pasta to take home. Following the class, guests will enjoy a three-course lunch featuring seasonal salad, house-prepared Pasta alla Norma, dessert, and curated wine pairings.
Pasta-Making Class and Lunch, $175 per person
Limited availability. Reservations required. Pasta type subject to change.
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September Wine Tasting: Harvest Along the Coast As summer gives way to harvest season, California and Oregon take center stage as two of the world's most influential wine regions and the leading voices of the American West Coast.
From California's powerful Cabernet Sauvignon and expressive Chardonnay to Oregon's elegant Pinot Noir and vibrant cool-climate wines, these regions have earned international acclaim for their ability to balance innovation with a profound sense of place. Shaped by diverse landscapes, maritime influence, and dramatic shifts in climate, their wines offer remarkable range, character, and distinction.
In this guided tasting, guests will explore the varietals, growing regions, and philosophies that define West Coast winemaking while discovering how climate, terroir, and craftsmanship shape each glass. From sun-drenched vineyards to coastal valleys and mountain slopes, this tasting celebrates the diversity and excellence that have made California and Oregon benchmarks for modern winemaking.
Guided by Yolan’s passionate wine team, this tasting is part of our monthly wine and spirits series exploring the remarkable regions, traditions, and stories that continue to define the world of wine.
$85 per person
Tasting includes four wines and cheeses. Pricing is exclusive of tax and gratuity.
Limited availability. Reservations required.
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Malloreddus Pasta Class + Lunch Join us inside Yolan’s kitchen for a hands-on exploration of malloreddus, Sardinia’s iconic pasta shape. Guided by Chef de Cuisine Liam Byres, guests will prepare fresh pasta dough and learn the traditional techniques behind shaping this centuries-old pasta, whose saffron-infused tradition reflects the island’s agricultural heritage and connection to the Mediterranean spice trade. Each participant will make their own pasta to take home. Following the class, guests will enjoy a three-course lunch featuring seasonal salad, malloreddus with saffron tomato ragù, dessert, and curated wine pairings.
Pasta-Making Class and Lunch, $175 per person
Limited availability. Reservations required. Pasta type subject to change.
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