Skip to main content
  • Coffee Bar

Daytime at Yolan

Mornings at Yolan begin with the comforting rhythm of espresso and the scent of house-made pastries rising from the kitchen. The Joseph's Italian heritage inspires each detail — freshly baked goods, classic morning fare, and signature brunch dishes are served daily in a bright, airy dining room just off the hotel lobby. Guests may linger over Eggs Benedict, seasonal French toast, or a hearty Grain Bowl, all complemented by perfectly pulled espresso or a morning spritz. On weekends, brunch brings an added layer of indulgence, marrying Italian flavors with Southern warmth.

As the day continues, Yolan offers weekday lunch shaped by the same regional inspiration and precision found in its evening service. Elegant pastas, comforting entrées, and seasonal salads create a refined midday experience for locals and travelers alike. In the late afternoon, Aperitivo at Yolan invites guests to unwind with the timeless Italian ritual of gathering before dinner. Seasonal cocktails and Italian wines pair with regional antipasti and warm focaccia accompanied by traditional spreads. Whether beginning the day or stepping away from it, daytime at Yolan invites guests to savor each moment.

ESPRESSO BAR AND PASTICCERIA 
Daily, 6 am to 3 pm

HOURS
Weekday Breakfast: Monday to Thursday, 7 am to 11 am
Weekday Lunch: Monday to Thursday, 11 am to 3 pm
Weekend Brunch: Friday to Sunday, 7 am to 3 pm
Afternoon Aperitivo: Daily, 3 pm to 5 pm

 

An Italian Easter Weekend Brunch

FRIDAY, APRIL 3 - SUNDAY, APRIL 5, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

 

Celebrate Easter with a festive spring brunch at Yolan, featuring seasonal specialties and elegant interpretations of Italian tradition. Highlights include Agnello alla Scottadito, a Roman trattoria classic of herb-marinated lamb chops grilled over open flame and served with couscous, roasted carrots, and mint salsa verde. A nod to the Sardinian Easter pastry pardulas sarde, our Ricotta and Meyer Lemon Pancake is topped with whipped mascarpone and warm maple syrup. Pastry Chef Janrich Amaro also presents a selection of holiday pastries, alongside a Hummingbird Tart with a cream cheese glaze, toasted meringue, and candied pecans. Pair with Yolan's signature spritzes and espresso martinis as you gather with family and friends this spring. À la carte menu available. Reservations recommended.

 

VIEW MENU

RESERVE EASTER WEEKEND BRUNCH

Easter Brunch in Downtown Nashville at Cafe Yolan

An Italian Easter Weekend Brunch

FRIDAY, APRIL 3 - SUNDAY, APRIL 5, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

 

Celebrate Easter with a festive spring brunch at Yolan, featuring seasonal specialties and elegant interpretations of Italian tradition. Highlights include Agnello alla Scottadito, a Roman trattoria classic of herb-marinated lamb chops grilled over open flame and served with couscous, roasted carrots, and mint salsa verde. A nod to the Sardinian Easter pastry pardulas sarde, our Ricotta and Meyer Lemon Pancake is topped with whipped mascarpone and warm maple syrup. Pastry Chef Janrich Amaro also presents a selection of holiday pastries, alongside a Hummingbird Tart with a cream cheese glaze, toasted meringue, and candied pecans. Pair with Yolan's signature spritzes and espresso martinis as you gather with family and friends this spring. À la carte menu available. Reservations recommended.

 

VIEW MENU

RESERVE EASTER WEEKEND BRUNCH

Nashville Neighbors Welcome

Before dawn, there is a buzz of activity brewing in the pastry kitchen and Yolan's Espresso Bar, as the team prepares for the arrival of our SoBro neighbors taking a morning stroll, the downtown Nashville workers heading to the office or a morning shift, our friends of the Nashville Symphony preparing for rehearsal, and of course, our guests fueling up for a day of exploring the city.

 

The anticipation is palpable, the fresh-baked pastries are poised, and the espresso machine is revved. Welcome, Nashvillians!

Cafe Yolan Espresso Bar - Coffee Bar at The Joseph Nashville - Downtown SoBro Neighborhood

Nashville Neighbors Welcome

Before dawn, there is a buzz of activity brewing in the pastry kitchen and Yolan's Espresso Bar, as the team prepares for the arrival of our SoBro neighbors taking a morning stroll, the downtown Nashville workers heading to the office or a morning shift, our friends of the Nashville Symphony preparing for rehearsal, and of course, our guests fueling up for a day of exploring the city.

 

The anticipation is palpable, the fresh-baked pastries are poised, and the espresso machine is revved. Welcome, Nashvillians!

Baked Fresh Daily

Yolan's talented pastry team crafts an array of pastry offerings each morning available warmed for dine-in or packaged to-go at the Espresso Bar. Try a house-laminated croissant - flaky butter or rich chocolate. Indulge in a giant cinnamon roll or espresso danish. Discover the gluten-free muffin flavor of the day. Fill up on something savory or seasonally inspired. Whatever your choice, satisfying mornings begin here.

Fresh Baked Pastries - Coffee Bar at The Joseph - Downtown Nashville

Baked Fresh Daily

Yolan's talented pastry team crafts an array of pastry offerings each morning available warmed for dine-in or packaged to-go at the Espresso Bar. Try a house-laminated croissant - flaky butter or rich chocolate. Indulge in a giant cinnamon roll or espresso danish. Discover the gluten-free muffin flavor of the day. Fill up on something savory or seasonally inspired. Whatever your choice, satisfying mornings begin here.

Back to top