José Andrés Group Brings Zaytinya to The W Hotel in Nashville, TN

José Andrés Group is thrilled to announce the opening of Zaytinya, a new addition to W Nashville. Opening on February 12th, the restaurant is located in the heart of the Gulch and brings a vibrant Eastern Mediterranean dining experience to Music City, rooted in the rich culinary traditions of Turkey, Greece, and Lebanon.

This marks Zaytinya’s first location in the South, welcoming both locals and visitors into an elevated mezze dining experience inspired by the flavors of the Eastern Mediterranean, paired with striking design, and warm hospitality. Designed for sharing and connection, Zaytinya complements Nashville’s vibrant spirit and strong sense of community.

“Zaytinya is an expression of my love for the foods and flavors of Greece, Turkey, and Lebanon,” said Chef José Andrés. “It’s about gathering people around the table and creating moments of joy through food, like we’ve done since Zaytinya first opened over 20 years ago. Nashville’s creativity and energy make it the perfect home for this next chapter.”

Since launching in Washington, D.C. in 2002, Zaytinya has consistently ranked as a top dining destination and has been recognized with honors including Michelin’s Bib Gourmand. Built on Chef José Andrés’ deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in every city it enters.

“As we thoughtfully expand José Andrés Group into dynamic, culture-forward cities, Nashville stood out as a place where Zaytinya truly belongs,” said Sam Bakshandepour, CEO of José Andrés Group. “I’m incredibly proud of how this restaurant blends bold Mediterranean flavors, striking design, and genuine hospitality. It’s the kind of experience we’re passionate about creating, one that invites guests to linger, connect, and return again and again.”

Culinary: A Taste of the Mediterranean

Led by José Andrés Group Chef Partner Michael Costa, alongside Zaytinya Head Chef Cory Seykoski and W Nashville Executive Chef Michael Lishchynsky, Zaytinya Nashville blends authenticity with a modern point of view, creating a bright, dynamic menu designed to be shared.

Guests can explore a wide range of mezze, including classic spreads like Hommus and Baba Ghannouge, alongside vegetable-forward dishes such as Crispy Brussels Afelia and seasonal salads that round out the experience. Standout mezze includes Shish Taouk – grilled chicken skewer, sumac onions, garlic toum, and roasted tomato — and Garides Me Anitho – sautéed shrimp, dill, shallots, mustard, and lemon. In addition to its signature mezze, Zaytinya Nashville will also feature select large-format dishes, such as a Kebab Platter, Smoked Lamb Shoulder, and Whole Fish offering a more expansive way to experience the bold, layered flavors of the Eastern Mediterranean. The menu will continue to evolve with the introduction of brunch offerings later this spring.

Zaytinya Nashville also introduces dishes created specifically for the Nashville market, weaving local influence into the brand’s Eastern Mediterranean foundation. Highlights include Black Eyed Peas, Iberico Pork Souvlaki – roasted roma tomatoes and sumac onions — and Banana Pudding Muhallebi – banana tahini pudding, date, sesame, and caramelized phyllo. In addition, Zaytinya Nashville will debut Tirokafteri – harissa-spiced goat cheese purée finished with toasted pine nuts, Greek honey, and mint.

The beverage program brings Mediterranean flavors to life with inventive cocktails and a curated wine selection. Highlights include the Minoan Sour, made with Spanish olive oil emulsified with egg white for a creamy texture, and the Ancient Olive Martini, featuring olive oil fat-washed gin, vermouth, bitters, and an olive oil garnish. Zaytinya Nashville also features the Melissa Old Fashioned — a guest-favorite cocktail previously offered exclusively in D.C., now brought to the Nashville market as a location-specific offering. Created to reflect the spirit of the city, the cocktail underscores Zaytinya’s commitment to crafting drinks that feel both rooted in the brand and uniquely connected to their surroundings. Spirit-free cocktails, such as the Mediterranean Milk Punch, and a thoughtfully curated selection of Mediterranean wines complete the experience, offering something for every guest.

Design: A Space That Tells a Story

Zaytinya Nashville spans 4,800 square feet, featuring a 3,400-square-foot open-plan dining room and a 1,400-square-foot outdoor patio. The space accommodates 202 guests, including an intimate private dining room for up to 18.

Designed by Rockwell Group in collaboration with architect Baker Barrios, the space blends warm, modern interiors with a light, neutral palette accented by rich blues and natural materials that evoke the coastal Mediterranean.

Warm woods, brass accents, white aged brick, and lush greenery ground the space create a comfortable, transportive atmosphere. While signature hand-painted pendant lights, custom two-toned glass disc sconces inspired by the Greek “evil eye,” and Gio Ponti–inspired tiled tables add character and texture throughout. Soft ambient lighting and a refined, Mediterranean-influenced soundscape complete the experience, offering a setting that feels elevated, welcoming and distinctly Zaytinya.

José Andrés Group in Nashville

The opening of Zaytinya marks an exciting addition to Nashville’s growing culinary scene and a meaningful milestone for José Andrés Group in Tennessee. Located within W Nashville, Zaytinya will be joined by Bar Mar, Butterfly and an additional pool bar set to debut soon, collectively positioning the hotel as a dynamic culinary destination within the city.

With its thoughtful design, shareable menu, and welcoming atmosphere, Zaytinya is set to become a destination for locals and visitors alike.

To make reservations, please SEE HERE.

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Easily accessible through the main entrance of W Nashville, or on the corner of 12th Avenue S and Laurel Street.

Sunday-Thursday: 11am-10pm

Friday & Saturday: 11am-11pm

Stay tuned for updated hours on additional programming.

José Andrés Group

José Andrés Group (JAG) is the creative team behind renowned dining concepts and the dynamic media company named for Chef and Founder José Andrés. Originally conceived as ThinkFoodGroup with co-founder Rob Wilder, and now led by Global CEO Sam Bakhshandehpour, the newly named company reflects the breadth of its mission to change the world through the power of food, through its innovative restaurants and thoughtful storytelling across multi-media platforms. With over 30 restaurants located across Chicago, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando, and Washington D.C, and The Bahamas, José Andrés Restaurants offer culinary experiences that span from food trucks to world-class tasting menus, including the two Michelin starred minibar by José Andrés in Washington, D.C. Formed in 2021, José Andrés Media was created to share how food connects people around the world. The production company specializes in unscripted and scripted television series, books, podcasts, and digital short- and mid-form content with a focus on food-related stories and characters, and the culture of food. José Andrés is an internationally recognized culinary innovator, New York Times bestselling author, educator, television personality, and humanitarian, twice named one of Time’s “100 Most Influential People,” and awarded “Outstanding Chef” and “Humanitarian of the Year” by the James Beard Foundation as well as the inaugural “American Express Icon Award” by the World’s 50 Best Restaurants. For more information, visit www.joseandres.com.

W Nashville

Central to Nashville’s vibrant Gulch neighborhood, W Nashville, part of W Hotels and Marriott International, Inc., immerses guests in a locally-charged cultural scene that celebrates the city’s diverse creative community through music, art, design, and craftsmanship. Honored with Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers Choice Awards and named “Best Hotel” and “Best Place to Swim” in Nashville Scene’s Best of Nashville Awards, the property offers 286 rooms, 60 suites, and over 26,000 square feet of outdoor space, including the city’s largest hotel pool area at the 10,000-square-foot WET Deck. With six street-access venues—including the signature Living Room lounge—W Nashville is set to welcome an exciting lineup of José Andrés Group concepts, including Zaytinya, the forthcoming Bar Mar and Butterfly, and a vibrant poolside bar—further cementing the hotel as a premier dining and nightlife destination in the city. Sophisticated yet grounded in Southern soul, the hotel is a magnet for tastemakers seeking elevated hospitality in the heart of Music City — and the perfect home for Zaytinya’s Nashville debut.

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Rockwell Group

Based in New York with offices in Los Angeles and Madrid, Rockwell Group is an interdisciplinary architecture and design firm that emphasizes innovation and thought leadership in every project.

Founded in 1984 by David Rockwell, FAIA, and led by David and partners Shawn Sullivan and Greg Keffer, the 330-person firm merges performance and architecture to create extraordinary experiences and built environments across the globe. Inspired by theater, technology, and high-end craft, the firm creates a unique narrative for each project, ranging from hospitality to cultural and educational institutions to transportation hubs and Broadway sets. Honors include the AIANY President’s Award; a Cooper Hewitt National Design Award; a Tony Award for Best Scenic Design for She Loves Me; two Emmy Awards; the Pratt Legends Award; the Presidential Design Award; the James Beard Foundation Who’s Who of Food & Beverage in America; Interior Design’s Icon Award; Architectural Digest’s AD100 Hall of Fame.