We had a wonderful dinner at Yolan, located on the main floor of The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Nashville. The restaurant is beautiful and upscale, but still feels warm and welcoming. The fresh focaccia was fantastic, and everything we ordered was beautifully prepared and presented. The filet was cooked perfectly, and the Farmer Dave potatoes were a standout. We also tried the fennel pork sausage with pommes purée and blistered grapes, which was unique and delicious. Our server was absolutely fantastic and really made the evening even better. Unfortunately, we can't remember his name, but he had "FREE BIRD" tattooed across his knuckles--so hopefully Yolan knows exactly who we mean! He was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and provided exceptional service throughout our dinner. Between the food, beautiful atmosphere, and outstanding service, this was one of our favorite dining experiences in Nashville. We would absolutely return! read more

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Ugh! I had such high hopes for this restaurant! The outside is inviting... Upon arrival I found the reception to be subpar. Instead of feeling gratitude for our patronage, it seemed like we were a burden. Ambiance - The inside design was off putting (to me). Has a broad "cafeteria style" set up. Not a good place for a date night or intimate dinner. After being seated, waited far too long to be recognized with many people standing around. Ok now on to the food. NOTHING was hot. Not even warm. It was room temperature. I was afraid to eat it. The pasta options were few, the pasta was overcooked and over sauced, the prawns were interesting- meat removed and mixed with something and put back in shells. Not appetizing at all. The chef sent out a taster that was bland and cold. It was a potato something. So what was good? The fried olives were amazing. Very tasty and warm. The ricotta honey spread was amazing - unfortunately the focaccia was not. The wine options were also plentiful even though they didn't have a bottle on the menu that we wanted and others had to be checked to see if they were in stock. So I left hungry. But I will say I am not sure if the others in my party felt the same way so take this as my personal review only and not a reflection of all in the dinner party. Nevertheless I would never return. Super limited menu and overall just not a good experience. read more

This was a fantastic dinner. For the location that it shares and being so modestly priced the whole dining experience was beyond expectation. The menu was very well organized and gave plenty of options. The food itself and recommendations from the waiter were also very good. The chorizo dip for the tortilla chips is absolutely delicious. The overall environment was really great, from the decorations to the cleanlinesses and finally the lighting for a nice dinner. Great place if you're looking to get dinner and feel like it's an actual dining experience. read more

Yolan - Complimentary cheese tasting - Italian Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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This review is only for breakfast at Yolan while staying at The Joseph. I ordered the Eggs in Purgatory since it was presented as one of their specialties, and honestly, it was terrible. Shockingly bland with almost no flavor whatsoever. I'm not someone who sends food back, but this was only about the fourth time in my life where I genuinely said I hated a dish and couldn't finish it. My wife's breakfast sandwich was definitely better -- still pretty mid overall, but at least flavorful enough to enjoy. Ironically, the potatoes were probably the most seasoned thing we had. This may simply be a restaurant that shines at dinner and not breakfast, but considering it's essentially the breakfast option tied to staying at The Joseph, the experience was pretty disappointing. read more

Yolan - Eggs in Purgatory - Italian Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Came here for dinner on the night I arrived in Nashville for my Christmas road trip. I don't usually go for Italian, but this place caught my attention with a tasting menu, had a tower of canapés as one of the courses, and showcased Italian cooking in more ways that just pasta. Located just off the lobby of a beautiful hotel, just passed the giant gingerbread house, the ambiance was luxury. Dark seating soft illuminated by incredibly high ceilings and a glass wine cellar area that really made the joint feel classy, but not snooty, if that makes sense. Service was exquisite. Very nice server who was all over our ever need. The courses came out very well-timed, our glasses were never empty, and the explanation of each course was good. They're not always good when it comes to restaurants who don't only do tasting menus. Very good service. As for the food, we got the Esperienza Yolan Tasting Menu. The tasting menu they have right now is different than what we had, which is a great sign. Menus that change with the seasons show passion and attention to detail, I think. So I won't do into detail about what I ate, but I will say that the portion sizes were perfect, the pasta we did encounter was entirely unique in its flavor, the meat we ate was cooked perfectly, and the desserts were elegant and had the perfect sweetness. Overall, I was extremely impressed with Yolan. I have never been surprised by an Italian restaurant like I was this night. I definitely recommend. read more

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Pros: Ambiance is spectacular. In the lobby of a boutique hotel, you feel like you're in the lap of luxury. Very intimate lighting, very nice table setting, and a beautiful wine cellar to look at during your meal. Service was also spectacular. Our server took very good care of us, we had a dedicated water server, and the food and drink came out very timely. Food itself was the best part. They had a tasting menu, which is rare for Italian places, so we got a grand tour of the menu, and it was all very good and not what you'd expect from an Italian restaurant Cons: No cons whatsoever. A really lovely evening. Tips: Get the tasting menu. You'll feel like royalty. read more

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Possibly the best service I've had at a restaurant ever. From the hostess who was incredibly friendly and gave us lots of Nashville tips to our waiter who helped me find a wine I liked, to the auxillary staff who filled waters and delivered food. Absolutely wonderful folks in this restaurant! The food was also very good. I ordered the filet and my husband had the lamb and some olives. We both ordered a glass of wine with the help of our knowledgeable server, Keenan. Food took a bit to come out, but it was well worth the wait. Literally the only negative about this place is that it is situated right next to the hotel bar, and it got very loud while we were trying to have a nice dinner in a beautiful restaurant. read more

Yolan - Filet - Italian Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Decent hotel restaurant in the Jospeh. Parking can be a hassle. Decent amount of seating. Good service. Clean restaurant. Burger was ok, nothing to hate on but nothing to love either. Brussel sprouts was surprisingly good. read more

Yolan - Italian Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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This was a highlight of a trip to Nashville. The place is kind of hidden in the Joseph with a nice ambiance. You are immediately greeted by the hostess and taken to your seat where they ask your water preference, a sign of a great meal to come. The menu has plenty of options and they have a wonderful tasting menu that I wish I would have done. I chose not too because they didn't have the one dish I really wanted on it, but I probably should have done it for the value. Anyways what I did have was amazing! I started off with the pappardelle which was super flavorful with the perfect à la dente noodles. I basically licked the spoon clean and would have eaten a second portion if I knew how amazing it was going to be. I then had the merluzzo Nero which was good but honestly should have just gotten a second pasta. The celery root slaw was a little off to me, but the cod was cooked well and the star though was the sauce. I'm glad I tried an entree but I should have just gotten 2 pastas and called it a day like I normally do at a place like this. But this place was pretty awesome but a little expensive. It's going to be a place that I put on the list for a nice occasion not just a random dinner spot which stinks because I'm not from Nashville and don't do a lot of nice occasion dinners. Don't get me wrong when I went this week it hit the spot and I don't really have any regrets, but it was 100+ meal for me who is also a non-drinker. I'm sure I'll be back but when I'm ready to celebrate something not just a random Tuesday. read more

Yolan - PAPPARDELLE white Bolognese, Parmigiano Reggiano - Italian Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Yolan is an absolute gem in Nashville. From the moment we sat down, everything felt thoughtful, elevated, and genuinely delicious. We started with the focaccia with whipped ricotta and fermented garlic honey, and wow.. this alone is worth the visit. Perfectly airy focaccia paired with creamy ricotta and the subtle sweetness and depth of the garlic honey was an unforgettable combination. For mains, we tried the gnocchi (They ran out of Truffles for the day) and pappardelle, and both were outstanding. The gnocchi was pillowy and rich without being heavy, while the pappardelle was beautifully cooked with layers of flavor that showed real attention to technique and balance. You can tell the pasta is made with care and intention. We finished with the tiramisu, which was the perfect ending light, well-balanced, and not overly sweet. A classic done right. Between the food, ambiance, and overall experience, Yolan truly delivers. Highly recommend for a special night out or anyone looking to enjoy exceptional Italian-inspired cuisine in Nashville. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Yolan had been on my list of places to try for so long and while I liked it, I didn't absolutely adore it. Finding the entrance was iffy and I had to circle the block a few times for it (this could just be a me problem) and the space wasn't as intimate as I'd imagined. The small plates were fantastic. We got the whipped cheese and focaccia and loved it. The menu was very cream heavy so be prepared to fill up fast. There are several vegetarian friendly options but because of the cream, definitely not much for a vegan. The cocktail menu was small, but the wine menu was extensive. All in all it was a fun experience but I'd have to think hard about going back when there are so many other places in Nashville to try read more

Yolan - In between course snack - Italian Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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The restaurant is inside The Joseph hotel. The decor and atmosphere is affluent so I'm definitely in between a 3.5 and a 4 so I'll go ahead and give it a 4 because it is not a 3 star rating. We came over for dinner and the service was really good. The only problem is that they speak too fast and too low that we could barely understand what they were saying. The background music/noise was not helping either. When we got past it, we just enjoyed ourselves and that's why most of my pixs don't have description Come check it out and don't forget to clean up and fancy it up... Also, make reservations. read more

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Food is five stars. The experience was not. We went to Yolan for my wife's birthday and ordered the tasting menu. I want to be very clear up front that the food is incredible. Every course was beautifully executed, creative, and genuinely delicious. From a purely culinary standpoint, Yolan absolutely delivers. That said, at this price point, the entire experience matters just as much as the food, and this is where the night fell short for us. From the beginning, things felt a bit disjointed. Our original reservation had already been moved to a different night due to a private event, which we understood, but I did expect the experience on the new date to feel a little more thoughtful as a result. Instead, we were told there would be a short wait for our table, offered bar seating, then placed at a small side table near the bar that felt more like an afterthought than a destination. Throughout the evening, the staff seemed overwhelmed and stressed. Our server was kind but clearly juggling too much. A few drinks were mixed up, some things were forgotten, and at one point I had to track down a manager just to get silverware. When we stepped away briefly to take a photo, our table was completely cleared, which was surprising mid meal. I want to be clear that I do not fault our server personally. In fact, she did not charge us for a few drinks, which felt like an acknowledgment that things had not gone smoothly. Still, at this level, guests should not feel like they are part of the problem. Even small moments added to that feeling. When retrieving our coats at the end of the night, the interaction felt rushed and oddly irritated, rather than warm or reflective of a special evening out. Lastly, while this is subjective, the ambiance did not match the caliber of the food. Compared to other high end restaurants in Nashville, the decor felt dated and mismatched, more like a luxury hotel lobby than a modern destination restaurant. It did not detract from the food, but it did not elevate the experience either. Would I return? Yes, because the food really is that good. Would I hope for a smoother, more thoughtful service experience next time? Absolutely. Yolan has incredible culinary talent. With tighter front of house execution and more intentional hospitality, it could truly be something special. read more

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Stopped by for lunch. Entered from the street level-later realized it's inside of the Joseph, a luxury collection hotel. Nicely decorated space- loved the art. Server knew the menu well and made some recommendations. Appreciated the salad option instead of fries with my huge burger. Perfectly prepared- great taste. read more

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This is a high end restaurant in the Joesph hotel at Nashville. Parking is valet only. The food is expensive but you get what you pay for. Truffles were delicious and the beef flavoring was strong. One of my favorite arugula salads. Service was very good. Our waiter was extremely attentive. The location and setting wasn't the best. This place is really expensive so it's a good treat. read more

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Food: 4* Service: 3* Ambiance: 4* Food I ordered the fried olives based upon the reviews and they were interesting. Breaded and stuffed with Gorgonzola cheese. They were okay, different, but not special (3*). I also had the arugula salad with cacio e pepe (cheese and pepper) dressing. It was ample, fresh, and tasty (4*). For my main course, I ordered the gnocchi with white (winter) truffles. The chef comes over and delivers your dish, then he very dramatically holds the white truffle and shaver and begins to shower your dish with truffle shavings. The smell of truffles gently wafts toward you as it is shaved and hits the hot sauce warming them slightly. Very theatrical and fun. It was creamy, light, yet rich (5*). I actually asked for some bread to sop up the remaining sauce (fare la scarpetta - mop up with sauce). Service Hit and miss. Our server either had too many tables or was new. But the manager kept having to come over to take care of us due to the servers absence. I ordered white wine and it took 20 minutes for it to arrive. The refill took another 30 minutes. Meh on the service. Ambiance Located in a hotel on the first floor. Dark, relatively noisy due to the open nature of the dining room and proximity to the bar. The casual atmosphere was enjoyable, but also felt a little stodgy at times. Not bad, just seemed misplaced. All in all a good meal. I would find other restaurants next time rather than repeat here. Again, not a bad meal at all, but for the price, the value for the experience received wasn't worth it. 2 people with two salads, one appetizer, three glasses of wine by the glass and two modest entrees = $250. read more

Yolan - Fried olives - Italian Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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One of my favorite dinners in over a year. Sitting in the kitchen with the cacophony of service in full swing was fantastic. And yet, chef Selim took the time to come over for every course to explain and share in our journey through the contemporary Italian experience. Food was excellent. Service and wine perfect. The dining room is more upscale/reserved but a dinner in the kitchen was special. Don't skip if it's available. read more

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Tasty Italian restaurant inside the Joseph hotel. Private room on the left side of the dining room is available to reserve for a group. Salads and bread (served with butter or honey ricotta) are good sharables to start the meal. The zucca e ricotta wasn't my style, but I loved the cacio e pepe pasta- perfectly cooked and so cheesy! The pasta is rich- so suggest sharing and splitting a few other things to round out the meal. Worth checking out. read more

I took my husband here for his birthday in the middle of the week and we had a wonderful experience. It's in a hotel lobby but don't let that fool you, it's a very special experience and the staff was friendly and accommodating. The food was flavorful without trying too hard and I appreciated the portions weren't too large so you could enjoy everything without being stuffed. The wine sommelier was the cherry on top our evening. Thanks for a lovely time. read more

Amazing! The truffle gnocchi was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Fresh! They also have a wonderful assortment of breads and oils, which was a nice touch and elevated the whole meal. The staff was very competent, attentive, and professional throughout. Overall, a really enjoyable dining experience. I'll definitely be back if I go back to Nashville. read more

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I was in town for a conference and used my CSR credits here. Sat at the bar with my kindle, best Cacio e Pepe ever!

The food was decent but I don't think it blows out of your mind and it's not something that's extraordinary. The valet's nice but it's just too expansive for what it is... read more

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Wow. This place is absolutely amazing. The food is northern Italian and cooked beautifully. Tried to pasta with cacio e Pepe and they absolutely got it right. Also had some focaccia with whipped ricotta and prosciutto with burrata mozzarella both were extremely fresh and delicious. The service was very attentive our waiter continued to come by every couple of minutes to make sure we were OK. And the ambience is very elegant, classy and comfortable at the same time. I highly recommend this place a fear in the mood for some good quality Italian food read more

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A hotel (The Joseph) restaurante worthy of Michelin mention, with a high ceiling dining room and bar, and easy to get into. It is a full service, full bar, excellent wine list dining experience or à la carte. The Carne Cruda All'Abese has a distinctive relish tint. The Spaghetti Allá Chitarra has the lightest cream sauce. The Linguine All'Atriciana has just a touch of smoke. Validated parking, but a difficult to find entrance off the alley. read more

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Located in The Joseph hotel in Nashville. We did not have a chance to dine in, but we did order matcha to go. I opted for the strawberry matcha latte made with oat milk. The barista was friendly and made a rich matcha latte made with homemade strawberry syrup. It was good, but expensive so we did not return. read more

Yolan - Italian Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

My wife and I, new to Nashville, wanted to check out Yolan. We were pleasantly surprised to learn its pedigree (Tony Montuono of Spiaggia, Chicago). Our expectations went higher!. We were not disappointed! The ambience was great and service was outstanding. I had the gnocchi and my wife had the seabass. Presentation was great. I just missed the charcoal / wood flavor I vividly remember from Spiaggia. But as I said, my bar went up a notch expecting a Michelin star profile. But kudos to the team for a great experience. read more

Yolan - Gnocchi and seabass - Italian Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Tapas easily shared and perfect Michelin like quality dishes. We especially love loved the fried olives. Everyone enjoyed this fun experience like dinner. read more

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First impressions, not an impressive dining area - very loud, cold, lacking an upscale elegance. The kitchen is the focal feature. The Arancini al Ragu was a delightful starter. It was lightly fried and was one of the highlights of the meal. Skip the "signature" truffle gnocchi dish. The Parmesan cheese flavor overpowers the delicate flavor of the truffles. Having said that, it's a shining star compared to the Bucatini All'Amatriana. This pasta dish is far too sweet and lacks a depth of flavor. The Risotto Alla Milanese was a lighter dish. The saffron does not compete with the wonderful flavor of the lobster and as for the saffron, one would hardly notice its presence. Farmer Dave Potatoes were a nice side. I cannot comment on the veal chop because our waitress forgot to bring it out and apologized profusely. Overall, the service was slow between courses, the water glasses were always filled, the dessert menu is limited, and the dining area is quite loud. read more

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Disclaimer: I got food poisoning from the lamb and had to miss a day of work at the client I took my client to Yolan and overall it has a great atmosphere and the service was good. I wish some of the apps here a bit more elevated like the pizza and salad. The pizza was good but literally a personal pizza and the burrata salad was very hard to cut when meeting with a client. The bread was delicious! My client split the veal which was massive! Great size and I heard it was good! I was the only one who got the lamb and it was really oily/buttery and made me sick. Essentially gave me food poisoning and as I was the only one who had this dish and got sick I'm confident it was this item. read more

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Good food and excellent service. The ambience was Hotel lobby Ish, which wasn't great, but the food made up for it.

An absolutely wonderful experience from start to finish. The ambiance was stunning--elegant, warm, and thoughtfully curated, making the entire evening feel special the moment I walked in. The hostesses were incredibly kind and welcoming, and a special thank you to Joel, who truly made me feel like a top priority as soon as I arrived. That level of attentiveness and care does not go unnoticed and made the experience even more memorable. The focaccia with whipped butter and oil was exceptional--perfectly executed and unforgettable. A personal thank you to the chef for the amazing complimentary hibiscus tea, which was both refreshing, warm and beautifully crafted. And their take on the Old Fashioned? Absolutely exceptional--balanced, bold, and refined. Thank you to the entire Yolan staff for such a wonderful, elevated experience. I can't wait to return. read more

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The food, ambience and service is good but not worth it's prices. The place is definitely overpriced by the stds of a highend restaurant, for example- We had to wait for 15 mins in spite of having reservations, they missed getting one of the snack dishes we had ordered (did take it off the bill later). The food quality and taste was very good though and the cocktails were also very well made and balanced. The lamp entree especially was a thoughtfully made dish. The desert was tasty but lacked to surprise or intrigue me. Again, I have much higher expectations of service and creativity from such high end restaurants. I would have given it another start if the prices were not this high. read more

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I drove here on a scooter while my other half was in a conference meeting. The food portions were good and service was as well. Lots of different servers checked on the table and introduced themselves. I came for the espresso bar and was not disappointed with my Martini read more

Yolan - Espresso martini - Italian Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Best birthday dinner ever! This meal was a dream. The truffle gnocchi was definitely worth the splurge and the burrata starter was also so unique and tasty. The vibe was moody and so fun and the service was outstanding. Can't wait to visit again! read more

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This was my favorite dining experience in Nashville. Perhaps so far ever. Everything was perfect! There were eight of us total. We started with a couple of orders of fried olives and foccacia bread, one with the whipped ricotta with garlic honey and the other with andjul (if I remember correctly). Both were amazing! My cousin and I could not decide because everything sounded so delicious, so we decided to share. We got an order of the Gnocchi with truffles, the Squid ink pasta with octopus, and the strip steak with whipped potatoes and wild mushrooms. The Gnocchi was, by far, the best I have ever had in my life. It was absolutely delicious! The steak was cooked and seasoned perfectly. It was the first time I've had truffles, and I loved them. It was an AMAZING experience and a perfect way to start out our Nashville girls trip! Everyone loved what they ordered. The waitstaff was extremely helpful. And I can not forget, of course, compliments to the chef! Thank you for such a wonderful experience! read more

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WOW. What an exceptional restaurant that is firing on all cylinders! The dining room is gorgeous and the service was so polished and professional. The sommelier was fantastic and recommended a great wine for us that was in the price range we wanted. The focaccia to start was perfect with the whipped ricotta. My husband and I shared the gnocchi and the cacio e Pepe. I was blown away by the flavors of both! Our friend got the bucatini and raved about it. We shared the lamb, which the chef himself came out and explained to us. It was crispy and flavorful and not like any lamb I have ever had. Then we split 2 desserts, a tart one and a chocolate one. Both fantastic and like little works of art! If I lived in Nashville I would eat here as often as my budget would allow. If you're looking for excellent fresh pasta in Nashville, look no further! read more

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We stayed at The Joseph and since Yolan is right inside, we had to try it out. I've been seeing a lot of high ratings for it, so I was excited. The restaurant is right off the lobby out in the open area, which I did find odd. It was loud, but we could still have a conversation. Our server was fantastic, giving us recommendations that were spot on, and she was able to have the bartender make me delicious cocktails. The food was outstanding. We ordered A LOT because I had trouble deciding and I assumed the portions would be small. Well, we walked out ready to burst from so much food. We started with focaccia with the whipped ricotta - bread was warm and soft with a nice crunch exterior- the ricotta was extremely creamy and flavorful. We had the fried olives which were surprisingly delicious. They gave us a free appetizer of two small ricotta fritters bites. Amazing. We then had the Stracciatella which was a spreadable white cheese topped with sunchokes and pomegranate seeds with olive oil crackers. It was complex and very tasty. We then tried the gnocchi - the softest and most delicate I've ever had. The cream sauce was perfect. We then had the steak which was cooked perfectly medium and the mashed potatoes were also the smoothest I've ever had. Finished the meal with the gelato which was a salted miso brown sugar - flavors that I never considered to work well together, but do. We loved our experience and would absolutely return. read more

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I always have a "but" in my reviews except for tonight. I've lived in Nashville for 20 years and this is likely the best meal I have had in this city. We started with the focaccia with the whipped ricotta and fermented garlic honey. We had the Buccatini Amatriciana that was just excellent final course was a shredded lamb that had a crust in the meat with wild mushrooms parsley and ricotta scorza nera and my wife had the roasted turnips. This is a must try in Nashville. read more

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High expectations coming here and sort of a let down to be honest. It's in the hall of a hotel downtown and everyone who works there seemed incredibly pretentious, make it make sense. They were kind and we never had to wait for a water refill but it felt stuffy. We started with the mercato which was pretty good. I had the gnocchi and my mom had the risotto, they were both ok. The dessert was delicious but I cannot recall the name and it doesn't appear to be on the menu anymore. Give it a try if this sounds like your type of place, it just wasn't for me. read more

Yolan - Gnocchi - Italian Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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The last time I visited Nashville this was one of my favorite spots so I wanted to take my husband. I was dissapointed to have a few snags with my initial reservation but after rearranging things, we made it work. Our waitress tried hard but forgot my husband's drink and I think got our entrees confused with another table. She also asked if we were celebrating (we were- a birthday) and that was never mentioned again. Another waitress was abrupt with us -she definitely did not want to engage. For food: I got a glass of reserve Sav Blanc and really enjoyed it. Our apps were meh. The straciatella didn't have much flavor or substance. It was mostly shaved celery. The octopus was bad. There is no other way to say it: it was chewy and tasted burned. For the 3 inch piece we got, $30 was way too much to pay. We got the cacio e pepe and risotto - both were amazing. Loved the saffron risotto and I was pleasantly surprised at how delicious it was. Ordering risotto is not something I do everywhere because I get mad when I'm served a congealed mass of gluey rice. But this was creamy - just the way it should be. So, I'd say if you go, stick to primi and secondi, maybe get the bread plate. But even the pastas we had weren't enough for me to keep my 5 star rating because the service was really lacking and the apps made me feel robbed. read more

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