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Peninsula

$31 to $50

Modern European

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Innovative
Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions

Located in the heart of East Nashville, Peninsula serves up sharable plates, old world wines, and Spanish style gin and tonics in an inviting and intimate space. James Beard nominated Chef Jake Howell's menu focuses on sustainable, local ingredients and features seasonal, creative dishes influenced by the Iberian Peninsula. Guests are encouraged to sample the flavors of Spain, Portugal and France while enjoying the rustic, yet modern surrounds.

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Executive chef: Jake Howell

From the OpenTable editors: James Beard Award-nominated chef and StarChefs Rising Star Jake Howell is all about the Iberian Peninsula here, where tapas and gin and tonics in a rustic space transport you straight to the coast. But don’t expect tradition—Howell's approach is more modern in dishes like scallops with melon tea and calendula or tomato toast sprinkled with black nigella seeds. The result is Eater Nashville's 2018 restaurant of the year.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Modern European, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(615) 679-0377
Website
http://www.peninsulanashville.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1035 W Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206-3533
Neighborhood
East Nashville
Cross street
Gallatin Ave.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

MAITAKE BROTH, PINE $6.00
CUCUMBER, TURMERIC, CAPER$10.00
BEET, ROASTED GARLIC, HABANERO$12.00
SPANISH TORTILLA$15.00
ENDIVE, BURNT ONION, LOVAGE$16.00
SHRIMP, SANTA LEAF, WASABI$17.00
HOKKAIDO SCALLOP, CARROT TEA, SUTERBERRY*$20.00
MUSSELS, SAGE, JIMMY NARDELLO$20.00
OCTOPUS, PASSION FRUIT, AVOCADO$21.00
CHEWY RICE, DILL POLLEN, BROWN BUTTER, OSETRA CAVIAR$26.00
SMOKED HAMACHI, UNI, HORSERADISH, LIME*$32.00
IBERICO PRESA, MOREL, TOMATO*$70.00
MARZIPAN, BURNT SUGAR, POTATO, OSETRA CAVIAR$20.00
WHITE CHOCOLATE, LEMON, GRAPE$11.00

PLEASE NOTE: NOT ALL INGREDIENTS ARE LISTED. PLEASE LET US KNOW OF ANY ALLERGIES BEFORE YOU ORDER.

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

What 139 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Nashville
Innovative
Nashville
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Peninsula offers one of the "best dining experiences in Nashville" with creative dishes and a vibrant atmosphere. The chef's "culinary experience is exceptional," and the staff provides "warm and inviting" service. Known for its innovative tapas, Peninsula is a local favorite with a "thoughtfully curated" wine selection.

139 Reviews

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Blake
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Been here three times so far and each visit is better than the last. Wait staff is very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about the menu and the food is unreal. Will definitely be coming back.
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Nick
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a truly phenomenal meal/experience we had… every dish was incredible. Can’t wait to be back.
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Ashley
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best dining experience we’ve had in Nashville! Highly recommend
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Judy
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A truly spectacular culinary experience with beautiful, subtle flavors and perfect ambiance. Stellar drinks, perfect service, and one of my best dining experiences…ever.
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Tony
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice lively restaurant serving fantastic tapas. The dishes were well balanced. Great Spanish wine selection.
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Loretta
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and food were top notch. We had a lovely dining experience.
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Valora
Nashville
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Outstanding service by staff and owner, Craig! We took a Culinary Adventure and took all of the Chef’s recommendations for our party of 4. We were 1st time visitors to Peninsula and absolutely loved the experience! With every dish we were surprised that the description of each dish was very different from the remarkable flavors! You’ve NEVER dined like this before—-in a very good way!!! Everything was unique, exceptionally well-prepared and presented. A true 5-star experience and we will return!
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jamie
Minneapolis
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Each time we come the food is amazing. Everytime we are truly surprised at just how great it is. You never ever disappoint . Our Favorite place in the country.
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Elaina
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is a hidden gem. We were there to celebrate a friend's birthday. The owner served us. He was great fun. The gin and tonics were a special treat. Every single bite was delicious. We will be back.
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Jane
Greater Boston
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our bartender was an amazing host and helped sort. Just the right selections for cocktails and menu items. We don’t consider ourselves, particularly adventurous eaters and he was able to find us exactly what was spectacular for us.
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FAQs

Peninsula is rated 4.9 stars by 139 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

1035 W Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206-3533

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Gallatin Ave.
Neighborhood
East Nashville
Hours of operation
Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Modern European, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

Website
http://www.peninsulanashville.com/
Phone number
(615) 679-0377

Peninsula

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Menu

Menu

MAITAKE BROTH, PINE $6.00

CUCUMBER, TURMERIC, CAPER$10.00

BEET, ROASTED GARLIC, HABANERO$12.00

SPANISH TORTILLA$15.00

ENDIVE, BURNT ONION, LOVAGE$16.00

SHRIMP, SANTA LEAF, WASABI$17.00

HOKKAIDO SCALLOP, CARROT TEA, SUTERBERRY*$20.00

MUSSELS, SAGE, JIMMY NARDELLO$20.00

OCTOPUS, PASSION FRUIT, AVOCADO$21.00

CHEWY RICE, DILL POLLEN, BROWN BUTTER, OSETRA CAVIAR$26.00

SMOKED HAMACHI, UNI, HORSERADISH, LIME*$32.00

IBERICO PRESA, MOREL, TOMATO*$70.00

MARZIPAN, BURNT SUGAR, POTATO, OSETRA CAVIAR$20.00

WHITE CHOCOLATE, LEMON, GRAPE$11.00

PLEASE NOTE: NOT ALL INGREDIENTS ARE LISTED. PLEASE LET US KNOW OF ANY ALLERGIES BEFORE YOU ORDER.

What 139 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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