What a great experience! Not sure what was better...the delicious food or the great service.
Mary Beth
Food was overly salted to where I was drinking a lot of water both during the meal and after. Spent $85 plus tip and felt peckish later that evening due to small portion sizes. Presentation, gin tonics, and menu ingenuity are something to write home about, but waitress was snarly and hit-or-miss on getting her attention. Scallop tasted fishy and would've been manageable except its only flavor garnish was —wait for it— a lone pickled cherry tomato and an edible flower. Stick with tried-and-trusted Butcher & Bee if you want shareable tapas at this price point, on this side of town.
Brad
Still one of our favorite restaurant's in all of Nashville! Beet, endive and chewy rice was amazing! We were over Thanksgiving leftovers and wanted to treat ourselves on Black Friday!
Erica Law
I took the waitresses recommendation on what to order I got five things to share. The description and what I actually got felt like it wasn’t the same thing. Also, they put a ton of sauce on 3 of the entrées that had strange flavors. It was a nice atmosphere and the service was great. I’ve eaten at restaurants like this before but not so much in Nashville I like to think I know what good food taste like and this just wasn’t it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Greg Yankun
We tried this place a long time ago and just thought it was okay but all of our chef friends were saying this is one of the best restaurants in the city so we had to try it again and they were right! Incredible and unique menu with excellent drinks to match. The endive and the sticky rice were out of this world good. It’s definitely a vibe inside too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anne
We love Peninsula. We were seated at the bar and enjoyed a couple of the delicious gin drinks and dove in to the tapas menu. The Spanish tortilla and tempura shrimp wrap are a signature selection for us. Everything else was as excellent as the last time we ate there in the summer. The chef is creative and bold with flavor ant texture. The front of house staff are professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. All of the accolades Peninsula has received are well deserved.
Alice
Ordered multiple menu items, a few dishes overly salty but otherwise delicious. Service could be better but definitely recommend Peninsula!
Kristopher
Top 3 restaurants in Nashville. Wont find a better place to eat in East. Food is always inventive and delicious and the service is warm and welcoming.
Michael Aron
If you’re looking for a classic multi-course experience with appetizer, bread, salad, and entrée — this one takes a different path. Not better, not less — just its own thing. The atmosphere is lively, the service excellent, the bartender and drinks outstanding, and the food creative, beautiful, and fun. We’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shane Simpson
Peninsula is a true standout in Nashville’s dining scene—unique, inventive, and superbly delicious. More people should know about this gem, and they certainly will now that it’s been recognized by the Michelin Guide with a Bib Gourmand. The space is intimate and the exceptional service is attentive, and not overbearing. The ever-evolving, creative menu surprises and delights every palate, offering about 12 small plates that deliver quality and flavor. The chewy rice with lobster was exceptional, while the marzipan with potato and caviar ranks among the best bites you’ll ever have. Peninsula is an absolute must-visit—and if it continues on its current path, a Michelin Star feels inevitable. Congrats to the James Beard’s Best Chef and team!
Second time here in the past 2.5 years. Food is always amazing. Service is great. Looking forward to the next one.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Roxanne
We loved the food and the decor. We had a reservation at 9 so it was quite loud. Everything else was incredible. If you want a quiet atmosphere, go early and if you want an energetic party vibe. Go late. Either way the food will be impressive.
Randy
May have been one of the best meals that I ever been ever served. The subtle flavors including the unusual spices gave each dish an attraction that was totally irresistible. It is hard to imagine the level of thought and tasting that must have gone into each dish.
Megan
Peninsula exceeded my expectation. A perfect evening with friends! The dishes are incredibly creative and delicious. They delivered outstanding service. We enjoyed a very late dinner and they did not rush us. Absolutely deserving of a James Beard award. I will be back soon for another chewy rice, dill pollen, caviar, lobster and also that beet dish—- excellent, excellent !!
Jane
Each dish was unique , well prepared and served with great presentation. Kyle was especially attentive and engaging. We have already made our next reservation
What a great experience! Not sure what was better...the delicious food or the great service.
Food was overly salted to where I was drinking a lot of water both during the meal and after. Spent $85 plus tip and felt peckish later that evening due to small portion sizes. Presentation, gin tonics, and menu ingenuity are something to write home about, but waitress was snarly and hit-or-miss on getting her attention. Scallop tasted fishy and would've been manageable except its only flavor garnish was —wait for it— a lone pickled cherry tomato and an edible flower. Stick with tried-and-trusted Butcher & Bee if you want shareable tapas at this price point, on this side of town.
Still one of our favorite restaurant's in all of Nashville! Beet, endive and chewy rice was amazing! We were over Thanksgiving leftovers and wanted to treat ourselves on Black Friday!
I took the waitresses recommendation on what to order I got five things to share. The description and what I actually got felt like it wasn’t the same thing. Also, they put a ton of sauce on 3 of the entrées that had strange flavors. It was a nice atmosphere and the service was great. I’ve eaten at restaurants like this before but not so much in Nashville I like to think I know what good food taste like and this just wasn’t it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
We tried this place a long time ago and just thought it was okay but all of our chef friends were saying this is one of the best restaurants in the city so we had to try it again and they were right! Incredible and unique menu with excellent drinks to match. The endive and the sticky rice were out of this world good. It’s definitely a vibe inside too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We love Peninsula. We were seated at the bar and enjoyed a couple of the delicious gin drinks and dove in to the tapas menu. The Spanish tortilla and tempura shrimp wrap are a signature selection for us. Everything else was as excellent as the last time we ate there in the summer. The chef is creative and bold with flavor ant texture. The front of house staff are professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. All of the accolades Peninsula has received are well deserved.
Ordered multiple menu items, a few dishes overly salty but otherwise delicious. Service could be better but definitely recommend Peninsula!
Top 3 restaurants in Nashville. Wont find a better place to eat in East. Food is always inventive and delicious and the service is warm and welcoming.
If you’re looking for a classic multi-course experience with appetizer, bread, salad, and entrée — this one takes a different path. Not better, not less — just its own thing. The atmosphere is lively, the service excellent, the bartender and drinks outstanding, and the food creative, beautiful, and fun. We’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Peninsula is a true standout in Nashville’s dining scene—unique, inventive, and superbly delicious. More people should know about this gem, and they certainly will now that it’s been recognized by the Michelin Guide with a Bib Gourmand. The space is intimate and the exceptional service is attentive, and not overbearing. The ever-evolving, creative menu surprises and delights every palate, offering about 12 small plates that deliver quality and flavor. The chewy rice with lobster was exceptional, while the marzipan with potato and caviar ranks among the best bites you’ll ever have. Peninsula is an absolute must-visit—and if it continues on its current path, a Michelin Star feels inevitable. Congrats to the James Beard’s Best Chef and team!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Second time here in the past 2.5 years. Food is always amazing. Service is great. Looking forward to the next one.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We loved the food and the decor. We had a reservation at 9 so it was quite loud. Everything else was incredible. If you want a quiet atmosphere, go early and if you want an energetic party vibe. Go late. Either way the food will be impressive.
May have been one of the best meals that I ever been ever served. The subtle flavors including the unusual spices gave each dish an attraction that was totally irresistible. It is hard to imagine the level of thought and tasting that must have gone into each dish.
Peninsula exceeded my expectation. A perfect evening with friends! The dishes are incredibly creative and delicious. They delivered outstanding service. We enjoyed a very late dinner and they did not rush us. Absolutely deserving of a James Beard award. I will be back soon for another chewy rice, dill pollen, caviar, lobster and also that beet dish—- excellent, excellent !!
Each dish was unique , well prepared and served with great presentation. Kyle was especially attentive and engaging. We have already made our next reservation
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