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Peninsula

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$31 to $50

Modern European

1035 W Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206-3533

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2 people

May 3, 2025

May 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Great for creative cocktails

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$11.00
BEET, ROASTED GARLIC, HABANERO$12.00
SPANISH TORTILLA$17.00
ENDIVE, BURNT ONION, LOVAGE$17.00
SHRIMP, SANTA LEAF, WASABI$20.00
HOKKAIDO SCALLOP, WHITE ASPARAGUS, JALAPENO*$22.00
CHEWY RICE, DILL POLLEN, BROWN BUTTER, OSETRA CAVIAR$26.00
OCTOPUS, POTATO, MUSTARD$29.00
SMOKED HAMACHI, UNI, HORSERADISH, LIME*$34.00
IBERICO SOLOMILLO, MUSSELS, HOT SAUCE, BROWN BUTTER*$65.00
MARZIPAN, BURNT SUGAR, POTATO, OSETRA CAVIAR$20.00
WHITE CHOCOLATE, SALTED RASPBERRY, CANDIED NORI, BROWN BUTTER$11.00

PLEASE NOTE: Our menu is prohibitively limited for vegan diners.

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

What 201 people are saying

Peninsula reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Nashville
Innovative
Nashville
Innovative

Review summary

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Peninsula offers an "incredible dining experience" with "unique and creative" dishes that consistently impress. Guests rave about the "amazing flavors" and "superb service," highlighting standout dishes like the octopus and beets. The "intimate and cozy" ambiance, combined with "exceptional hospitality," makes Peninsula a "true gem" in Nashville's culinary scene.

201 Reviews

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Elizabeth
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was the most exciting culinary experience we have ever had. My family and I made a reservation for 6 people. The whole process was so smooth. The waiter made incredible recommendations, and each dish was a surprise and a delight. For a party that size they recommended the whole menu and made sure everything was served so everyone got a portion. They timed everything beautifully all night so you could focus on and enjoy each aspect of the meal. You cannot get anything like any of the dishes elsewhere. A must try.
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Tiffany VIP
Alabama3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our evening at Peninsula was one of my favorite dining experiences in a very long time! Every dish was thoughtful and beautifully executed. Our server, Kyle, was delightful and very knowledgeable about the men. Go and try everything. You won’t regret it.
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MacRae VIP
Nashville3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A fantastic restaurant with every dish seemingly better than the last. The owners have a talent for helping you decide what to order, which should be everything on the menu, and for making you feel like friends. Don’t skip the beets! The scallops, octopus and hamachi dishes are truly exceptional. One of the best meals I have had anywhere.
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Joseph
San Francisco6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great selection of small dishes-- the owner/manager visits every table and helps you choose your menu. Superb attention to detail. Prices look high, but the experience is worth it. We are looking forward to our next return visit.
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Lauren VIP
Nashville6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic service and surprising journey each and every course. As Nashville locals, am ashamed this was my first visit. Will be back soon.
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Pamela
Nashville26 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just can’t explain the inner joy achieved by this unassuming, eclectic restaurant. The food had more flavor than we can describe, service was the absolute best. Going back soon. Get the raspberry nori dessert and shrimp in Santa leaf if you can. So superb.
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Jeff
Nashville1 review
5.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow! Food was so good. Service was outstanding. Ambience fantastic.
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Christian
Nashville2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Chewy Rice dish with dill pollen, brown butter, Osetra caviar, and tomato compote was seriously among the best bites of comfort food I have ever tasted. Do not sleep on the dessert labeled "WHITE CHOCOLATE, SALTED RASPBERRY, CANDIED NORI, BROWN BUTTER" either - divine. The food and service here are impeccable. One of Nashville's true gems.
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Judson VIP
Austin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cool ambiance, great kitchen decor, excellent cocktails, service and food quality. Small and quaint neighborhood restaurant. Outstanding small and high quality tapas type portions.
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Kenzie
Mississippi2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nashville local and this is one of the best meals in town, top to bottom! They are doing something really special. Very creative and tons of flavor.
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FAQs

Peninsula is rated 4.7 stars by 201 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

May 3, 2025

May 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 5 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

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Menu

MAITAKE BROTH, PINE $6.00

CUCUMBER, TURMERIC, CAPER$11.00

BEET, ROASTED GARLIC, HABANERO$12.00

SPANISH TORTILLA$17.00

ENDIVE, BURNT ONION, LOVAGE$17.00

SHRIMP, SANTA LEAF, WASABI$20.00

HOKKAIDO SCALLOP, WHITE ASPARAGUS, JALAPENO*$22.00

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

OCTOPUS, POTATO, MUSTARD$29.00

SMOKED HAMACHI, UNI, HORSERADISH, LIME*$34.00

IBERICO SOLOMILLO, MUSSELS, HOT SAUCE, BROWN BUTTER*$65.00

MARZIPAN, BURNT SUGAR, POTATO, OSETRA CAVIAR$20.00

WHITE CHOCOLATE, SALTED RASPBERRY, CANDIED NORI, BROWN BUTTER$11.00

PLEASE NOTE: Our menu is prohibitively limited for vegan diners.

What 201 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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