Heather Rene A.

Found this spot while searching for a brunch spot close to Centennial Park. I was a little sceptical to see Japanese/Creol fusion, but I love both types of food so figured why not!? My palette does prefer more traditional pairings, but I'm trying to be more adventurous. With that in mind, I tried the Thai Tea French Toast. All the components sounded good by themselves, but I wasn't sure how I'd like them combined - boy was I impressed! And so happy with myself for giving it a whirl. I had to slow myself down it was so good. I needed to savor every bite. I also got the Hashbrowns which were perfectly cripsy and not greasy (yay!). My friends got the S.E.C. sandwhich (which was HUGE) and the eggs & grits. Both of them enjoyed their meal very much. Next time I'm in the area I'll need to try their lunch as there are some mighty tasty looking things for this newly adventurous pallette to try!

Sarah H.

I haven't tried Verna's coffee shop, but the back bar has the perfect happy hour. It's super laid back, and on Monday nights they lay out coloring books for a little childhood whimsy. It's the perfect start to the week. Their French 75 is delicious, and who can resist a good hot dog? I tried their spicy dog, and the crab rangoon dip. The spicy dog toppings were perfect with a little kick and a lot of crunch. The crab rangoon dip was exactly what you'd imagine and was served with the best potato chips (zapps). Also, the bartender was great! I'll definitely be back soon!

Rebecca Y.

I wanted to gatekeep this place, but it's too good i needed to share with yall. i wish i could give this place 6 stars. i love the concept of an Asian cafe/bar and this place executes it so great. It's a hidden gem in a residential area of Midtown/Elliston place but has a homey, cutesy vibe to it that's so unique. everything i've tried here has been amazing and the staff are all so friendly and kind. it's a great place to study or grab a drink with friends and i love that it's versatile like that. i've been going for their weekly drawing happy hour and it's such a cute and fun vibe that i look forward to each week. cannot recommend this place enough, it's probably my favorite cafe in Nashville. especially love their black sesame latte and mushroom grilled cheese.

Sarah T.

Came in for coffee on a gorgeous Saturday and enjoyed their porch! We decided to try the baby cake trio and loved it! They came out hot and were prefect to split between the two of us. Service was good, everyone was kind and welcoming. We easily found street parking too. They have kept a lot of the old character from the building which i appreciated but the space has been tastefully updated. I did see a wheelchair lift that would make the building accessible for everyone though it was not used during our visit. We will have to come back to check out their drink and evening menu!

Anna G.

Fun spot! Definitely more of a coffee to go spot in my opinion. Service was incredibly slow when we were there but it was busy. Overall enjoyed our food and the atmosphere!

Jeff T.

Really good food and creative coffee drinks in this old house. This is a wonderful lunch restaurant! There is not a lot of seating, but the food is tasty and the staff are really nice. I started with an iced chai tea that I really enjoyed. It had a bit of a bite and it was very refreshing. I really enjoyed the pork and grits bowl! It arrived nice and warm with an egg and some diced veggies on top. I added a side of sausage. It was a large portion and it had a really nice spiciness. My friend loved his beef sandwich. I will definitely return and I strongly recommend Verna for lunch!

Ashley U.

Came in for a quick Saturday brunch and was not disappointed. The food was delicious and everyone was so friendly! I absolutely loved the seasonal coffee options, the Banana Puddin Latte was SO good! I do wish there a little more seating available on the inside but we were still able to sit at the bar after a little wait which was nice.

The sandos were TO DIE FOR! The Chopped Pork Sando was flavoarful It had hints of chinese five spice, and a perfect blend of sweet and savory, with some sweet-tangy punch from the coleslaw. The Smoked Salmon Sando was also light and refreshing, the creem cheese didnt overwhelm the mild smoky taste from the salmon. While the sandwiches we tried were great, the drinks were a bit underwhelming. We got a matcha and a latte to get a sample on their drinks selection. The Peach Pie Matcha tasted like very sweet peach and the matcha didn't come through well and mostly tasted low-grade. The Sesame Latte was okay, a bit on the sweeter side but not too overwhelming. I will try their cold brews next time.

Peyton G.

Coffee we ordered was delicious and I loved the hummingbird Cuban. The paintings and decor, while a bit weird, were fun and interesting to look at. When the melts arrived they seemed to be gritty for some reason which took away from the flavor. Spam and rice was delicious but the egg was cold in a bowl of hot food which we weren't expecting. Definitely took away from the consistency of the dish. Service was slow and intermittent which is bad because they did not have self service water. When I asked a passing food runner, it seemed to be an inconvenience for him.

Lauren M.

my new favorite spot! They have fabulous drinks and food! It is also super cute inside and I love the bathroom! drink/food rating: - banana pudding latte: 10/10 - matcha latte: 8/10 - latte: yum - chicken and rice: 10/10 I really like the drinks here because they are a really great sweetness level which is important to me. They also have fun flavors and specialty drinks. I love the chicken and rice it's so good I recommend highly. parking: they have a few free parking spaces in the lot to the right of them, but only the spots with their address on them. The spots with the numbers and no address are paid parking. The parallel street parking in front is also free. Bathroom: 10/10. The first bathroom's lock is unclear so I always go in the second one, just a note. However, both bathrooms have a unique design and they're so cute. I love them one of my favorite bathrooms in Nashville.

Lyna M.

Finally got to try this place out after I keep telling myself every week I'm going to go. Since I had my dog with me we sat out on the patio, it was a nice day out so why not. I had their banana puddin matcha latte since I was doing this matcha madness I wanted to keep it going and it was. And I tried their spam and rice and it was delicious. From the rice, the spam and the kimchi everything just complimented each other perfectly. The flavor was perfect! And i also tried the matcha ginger baby cakes and it was so good. I don't do sweets so it was perfect for me. The server was really friendly. I got a glimpse inside and it was a cute place. Felt homie. I definitely want to go back and try some of their cocktails.

Alexis M.

Cute new spot with a cozy atmosphere and some truly creative dishes. I came in on a weekday and tried a bunch of menu items but my favorite had to be miso baby cake with yuzu kosho butter. The yuzu was subtle, not overpowering and the texture of the baby cake is in-between a pancake and cornbread. I also tried the egg & grits bowl, the jam & cheese toasts, and a side of andouille sausage with crab salad. Everything was really good and prices are affordable. My only compliant is the service seemed a bit off, the food came out at odd times and they forgot our baby cake order. As for the drinks, they have a lot of unique espresso/matcha drinks, it was so hard to choose! I ended up trying the I'm the Problem with was matcha, homemade cornbread milk (cornbread soaked in oat milk) and strawberry. There is street parking available which is a plus. Overall, the food and drinks are definitely worth a stop in, the space is welcoming, and I'd give it another try to see how things shape up!

Bailey D.

Come for the Banana Pudding latte, stay for the S.E.C. breakfast sandwich. Verna is a lovely new addition to the neighborhood, with a comfy atmosphere and friendly staff too! Alas, I never had a chance to visit Cafe Coco in its heyday, but I loved learning about the history of the building from Verna's owner, Beau. A friend and I stopped in for breakfast on a Thursday morning, and we grabbed a table by the window. It was early, so there wasn't much of a crowd yet, but seats were definitely filling up by the time we left. Right away, it truly feels like you're stepping into someone's home. You're surrounded by a familiar, welcoming feeling, and the decor is exquisitely curated. It literally looks like someone's cute, crafty grandma hung up her favorite knick-knacks and art. And may I say, grandma has excellent taste! The food and drink menu is short and sweet, and although I've only been once, I have a feeling there's not a bad order in sight. I started with the Banana Pudding latte, which was warm and full of a real banana flavor without being too sweet. The S.E.C. was everything I wanted it to be and more ... toasted bread, melty cheese, a jammy egg, and smoky sausage in every bite. This is a must-order for anyone who's looking for a unique take on a breakfast sandwich.