"Despite its unassuming exterior — tucked into the ground level of a residential building one block off Gallatin Road — Peninsula offers diners some of Nashville’s most electrifying dishes. Chef Jake Howell’s menu is composed of Iberian-influenced dishes that extends way beyond typical ideas of Spanish food — a silky Spanish tortilla is closer to a custard than the more rustic, classic definition — accompanied by a selection of gin and tonics, other artful cocktails, and Spanish wines. The dining room is moody and bustling; seats at the bar are ideal for cozy dining. — EF" - Ellen Fort