This spot is incredible. Craig, the proprietor, is absolutely hilarious and if he is your waiter, you’re in for a treat. Our approach is to let him take over and just bring us whatever are his favorites that day. He never disappoints.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best dining experiences in Nashville. It's wild to me how easy it is to get a reservation and also how incredible the food and service is here. I recommend Peninsula to all my friends and to anyone looking for a high end dining experience while also being more affordable than most other high end dining.
Tessa A
Delicious menu, cozy atmosphere, knowledgeable staff. This is a wonderland for those who love tapas and small plates. Presentation is super unique; however, it doesn’t distract from the incredible food. Great date night spot for an easy win! And y’all need to figure out how I can get the maitake broth mainlined into my veins! I dream about that stuff Dietary restrictions: Staff knew allergens and what we could have/avoid. Simple but delicious menu makes it very easy and clear to determine.Parking: It’s in a neighborhood, so parking can be tricky, we never have an issue.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Broth, Iberico Pork
John Nelson
We had an incredible experience. Each dish was delicious with unexpected and complimentary flavors. Thanks to Ted, the bartender, Craig and Yuriko for their suggestions. Amazing food and service!
Peninsula is amazing! These people with their dumb reviews saying this and that about price, or food not being Spanish etc, have no idea what they are talking about Yeah, it's not a traditional Spanish place, but it never claimed to be. It's food inspired by the Iberian peninsula. If you haven't been to every region there, then keep your lack of an experienced opinion to yourself. And as far as price goes, what do you know about food costs? They get the best product money can buy, to give you incredible food. What's expensive to you may not be to someone else, let the person thinking about going decide. I personally think it's amazing value for money. Creative, unique cooking with best in the world ingredients, what more could you want?
KeithS
Dining at Peninsula is a true foodie experience. All the dishes are unique, and each carries its own surprise as it comes to the table. Craig, one of the owners, spent time with us, explaining the dishes and the concept. He was fun and engaging. The whole evening was really special. My only caution is that it is an expensive night out to sample the menu. But it is worth it.
We had a great dining experience, as always! Our second time back, Craig and staff took great care of us!! The food was outstanding, paced perfectly, and the drinks were great. The endive and the scallop were the standouts this time, but everything was delectable. We love Peninsula and will keep coming back. Thank you so much for making it a great date night for us!
JustinL
Truly a spectacular dining experience. The service was the best I've had in years, and the food is tremendous. Peninsula needs to be spoken about in the same conversation as Locust, Bastion and Iggys. It's exceptional.
JohnN
We had an incredible experience. Each dish was delicious with unexpected and complimentary flavors. Thanks to Ted, the bartender, Craig and Yuriko for their suggestions. Amazing food and service!
The service and cocktails were great. The food was not good. In my opinion only one of the 6 plates we ordered met our expectations. Based on the price of the meal for two people that is not acceptable.
Had such a wonderful experience here that I'm afraid to go back and it all be different! JK... the food was phenomenal, the bartender made us drinks that were to-die-for, and the owner was awesome to come by and give us some time to chat good food and if pig's milk can be made into cheese ;).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aaron Frank
This was my second time dining at Peninsula and it did not disappoint. We were greeted as soon as we arrived and sat immediately. Our server Craig was chock full of both energy and knowledge about the food, wine, and cocktails. He pointed us in the direction of an amazing wine from the Canary Islands that punched far above its price point and paired so well with the menu. It’s not often that I eat somewhere and have trouble pinpointing my favorite dish but peninsula did exactly that. Everytime we got a new dish it seemed like it was my new favorite. We had almost the whole menu but if I had to choose something it would be the iberico pork. Easily the best pork I have ever had. It had both the texture and flavor of wagyu but with so much more savory characteristics. It was creamy and soft texturally but filled with walnut and pecan flavors, absolutely astonishing. We enjoyed a glass of 16yr old Sherry with the pork which blew my mind and enhanced the already so present nutty flavor of the pork and before we knew it the place was packed however you would never be able to tell because service never skipped a beat. All in all one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in Nashville. If you want to try something you can’t find anywhere else in Nashville, this is your place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Iberico Pork
JamesR
This is one of the very best restaurants in Nashville, and it's my personal favorite! Every time I go, it's such an awesome time. The food is absolutely delicious and everyone that works there is so warm and friendly. It's always great to see Yuriko, Craig, and Kelsey! Anytime a conversation on Nashville restaurants comes up, I always mention Peninusla!
JennyN
Everything we had was amazing. I'm not sure I could rank them but the chewy rice dish was a standout. The food was creative and delicious. The service was attentive and friendly. We will be back
Leslie Gribble
Inventive and beautiful food. Thoughtful cocktails. Perfect service.
This spot is incredible. Craig, the proprietor, is absolutely hilarious and if he is your waiter, you’re in for a treat. Our approach is to let him take over and just bring us whatever are his favorites that day. He never disappoints.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best dining experiences in Nashville. It's wild to me how easy it is to get a reservation and also how incredible the food and service is here. I recommend Peninsula to all my friends and to anyone looking for a high end dining experience while also being more affordable than most other high end dining.
Delicious menu, cozy atmosphere, knowledgeable staff. This is a wonderland for those who love tapas and small plates. Presentation is super unique; however, it doesn’t distract from the incredible food. Great date night spot for an easy win! And y’all need to figure out how I can get the maitake broth mainlined into my veins! I dream about that stuff Dietary restrictions: Staff knew allergens and what we could have/avoid. Simple but delicious menu makes it very easy and clear to determine.Parking: It’s in a neighborhood, so parking can be tricky, we never have an issue.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Broth, Iberico Pork
We had an incredible experience. Each dish was delicious with unexpected and complimentary flavors. Thanks to Ted, the bartender, Craig and Yuriko for their suggestions. Amazing food and service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Broth, Spanish Tortillas with Uni, Spiralized Beet, Iberico Pork
Peninsula is amazing! These people with their dumb reviews saying this and that about price, or food not being Spanish etc, have no idea what they are talking about Yeah, it's not a traditional Spanish place, but it never claimed to be. It's food inspired by the Iberian peninsula. If you haven't been to every region there, then keep your lack of an experienced opinion to yourself. And as far as price goes, what do you know about food costs? They get the best product money can buy, to give you incredible food. What's expensive to you may not be to someone else, let the person thinking about going decide. I personally think it's amazing value for money. Creative, unique cooking with best in the world ingredients, what more could you want?
Dining at Peninsula is a true foodie experience. All the dishes are unique, and each carries its own surprise as it comes to the table. Craig, one of the owners, spent time with us, explaining the dishes and the concept. He was fun and engaging. The whole evening was really special. My only caution is that it is an expensive night out to sample the menu. But it is worth it.
We had a great dining experience, as always! Our second time back, Craig and staff took great care of us!! The food was outstanding, paced perfectly, and the drinks were great. The endive and the scallop were the standouts this time, but everything was delectable. We love Peninsula and will keep coming back. Thank you so much for making it a great date night for us!
Truly a spectacular dining experience. The service was the best I've had in years, and the food is tremendous. Peninsula needs to be spoken about in the same conversation as Locust, Bastion and Iggys. It's exceptional.
We had an incredible experience. Each dish was delicious with unexpected and complimentary flavors. Thanks to Ted, the bartender, Craig and Yuriko for their suggestions. Amazing food and service!
The service and cocktails were great. The food was not good. In my opinion only one of the 6 plates we ordered met our expectations. Based on the price of the meal for two people that is not acceptable.
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Had such a wonderful experience here that I'm afraid to go back and it all be different! JK... the food was phenomenal, the bartender made us drinks that were to-die-for, and the owner was awesome to come by and give us some time to chat good food and if pig's milk can be made into cheese ;).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was my second time dining at Peninsula and it did not disappoint. We were greeted as soon as we arrived and sat immediately. Our server Craig was chock full of both energy and knowledge about the food, wine, and cocktails. He pointed us in the direction of an amazing wine from the Canary Islands that punched far above its price point and paired so well with the menu. It’s not often that I eat somewhere and have trouble pinpointing my favorite dish but peninsula did exactly that. Everytime we got a new dish it seemed like it was my new favorite. We had almost the whole menu but if I had to choose something it would be the iberico pork. Easily the best pork I have ever had. It had both the texture and flavor of wagyu but with so much more savory characteristics. It was creamy and soft texturally but filled with walnut and pecan flavors, absolutely astonishing. We enjoyed a glass of 16yr old Sherry with the pork which blew my mind and enhanced the already so present nutty flavor of the pork and before we knew it the place was packed however you would never be able to tell because service never skipped a beat. All in all one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in Nashville. If you want to try something you can’t find anywhere else in Nashville, this is your place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Iberico Pork
This is one of the very best restaurants in Nashville, and it's my personal favorite! Every time I go, it's such an awesome time. The food is absolutely delicious and everyone that works there is so warm and friendly. It's always great to see Yuriko, Craig, and Kelsey! Anytime a conversation on Nashville restaurants comes up, I always mention Peninusla!
Everything we had was amazing. I'm not sure I could rank them but the chewy rice dish was a standout. The food was creative and delicious. The service was attentive and friendly. We will be back
Inventive and beautiful food. Thoughtful cocktails. Perfect service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5