Welcome to Pearl Diver
Pearl Diver, nestled on Gallatin Avenue in Nashville, offers a delightful escape into a Polynesian-inspired paradise. This vibrant eatery exudes a quirky tiki bar atmosphere, complete with a fun and laid-back vibe. Guests rave about the expansive drink menu featuring strong, flavorful cocktails, alongside a tantalizing variety of dishes. Highlights include the succulent coconut shrimp and the flavorful papa's bravas. The friendly staff enhances the experience, ensuring visitors feel at home. With quirky decor, a digital photo booth, and a lively setting, Pearl Diver is perfect for gatherings, whether it's a girls' night out or a casual dinner date.
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1008 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN 37206, United States Hotline: +1 615-988-2265
Welcome to Pearl Diver, a vibrant gem nestled in the heart of Nashville at 1008 Gallatin Ave. This Polynesian-inspired eatery invites you to experience a delightful fusion of culinary adventure and laid-back atmosphere. Imagine a place where the rhythmic pulse of tiki culture meets the cozy charm of a dive bar, all while offering a diverse menu designed to tantalize your taste buds.
From the moment you step inside, the eclectic vibe captivates. Diners rave about the quirky tiki-style cocktails that aren't just eye-catching, but also expertly crafted to transport you to a tropical paradise. The standout drinks are complemented by a menu that celebrates shareable delights. The Pu Pu platter is a must-try, allowing guests to sample an array of flavors from delicious coconut shrimp to crispy potatoes that have garnered a fan following.
What truly sets Pearl Diver apart is its warm and welcoming atmosphere. Guests like Carrie Dishman highlight the cleanliness and comfort, while the friendly staff always go the extra mile to enhance your dining experience. Whether you’re hosting a girls' night out, as Jacklyn Hodges Hall suggests, or enjoying a romantic dinner like Kathlene Lei Ruiz, the ambiance is inviting and assures you that a good time is just a drink away.
For those looking to capture memories, the digital photo booth near the entrance is a playful addition that guests appreciate, engulfing the experience in fun and camaraderie. The lively setting, enhanced by retro aesthetics and even Baywatch playing in the background, creates an entertaining distraction, as noted by Trevor Thompson.
The food at Pearl Diver is consistently praised for its unique and elevated flavors. From the giant coconut shrimp, revered as possibly the best by several guests, to the expertly seasoned empanadas, every dish promises a memorable bite. And let’s not overlook the cocktails; they are not only flavorful but often come with a pleasant punch, as highlighted by Lily Guzman L.E..
If you’re in Nashville and yearning for an escape that combines excellent food, inventive drinks, and a passion for creating a fun dining environment, Pearl Diver should definitely be on your itinerary. With its quirky aesthetics and delicious offerings, it promises a nostalgic journey through Polynesian culture, right in the heart of Nashville.
It is a Polynesian fueled fever dream kind of place. Drinks are quirky tiki style concoctions. Really well made. The Pu Pu platter was good to try a bunch of things. The coconut shrimp were huge and really well executed. The papa's bravas was my favorite of the items. Watch for the fire ours started to burn the skewer sticks, hard to put it out early on. Place itself is a mix of tiki/ dive bar, but clean and comfortable. Staff were really helpful and friendly.
The perfect girls night spot!! Great drinks, the best patio spot for the summer! Fans, parking, and great bar bites! 10/10 would recommend!
My partner and I had dinner at Pearl Diver, and it quickly became one of our favorite spots from our Nashville trip. From the moment we walked in, we were blown away by the vibe. It was laid back and the staff made us feel so welcome. We couldn’t have asked for a more pleasant atmosphere. The food was delicious, although we did make the mistake of ordering something a bit too spicy for our taste. That was totally on us, and we still loved the flavors. The drink my partner ordered was also a bit stronger than she’d expected, but at least we’ll know what to order next time! I honestly could’ve spent the whole night just hanging out there, but we had a show to catch that night. This is something I always look for whenever I visit a new place but there’s a digital photo booth near the entrance that adds a playful touch to the experience, perfect for capturing memories with your date. We would love to come back next time we visit Nashville!
This place was recommended by a LYFT driver of ours. So glad we took the suggestion, it was such a cool place! It’s kinda retro/bohemian chic, has an insanely elevated, quirky, yet unpretentious vibe/staff/crowd. The food was so good & came pretty quickly. The drinks were strong, yet flavorful & delicious & everything was so picturesque (camera eats first)! Our waiter was so nice, accommodating & lots of fun. They had Bay Watch playing on the bar TVs & it was hilariously distracting in the best & most welcome of ways to watch & see how it ages, as we ate/drank/laughed at the episode. My gf & I said we may start to a re-watch of that series after how ridiculously fun we had narrating & discussing the episodes we watched while there.
The vibe here is very low-key, which was surprising for our party at first, but the service the food and drinks were delicious. The Photo Booth is such a plus.
Made a pitstop at this establishment during a rain storm on Gallatin Avenue. There was a lot of traffic and this place looks very inviting from the outside so we pulled over and walked in for the first time. What a beautiful establishment. The bartenders were both very friendly and the cocktails were stiff.! we got a chance to meet the new chef and the food was excellent. We enjoyed the coconut shrimp. I think it was the best I’ve ever had and I got the pina colada.! damn that one was so strong ! The pina colada did not disappoint and it was happy hour so it was only six bucks! Highly recommend this place for a great vibe and atmosphere! The coconut shrimp was succulent !
Absolutely loved this bar! Really good cocktails and good food as well. Overall really good bar service, although no table service so you have to actually go to the bar to order your food and drink. The only downside. The theme of the bar is really fun as well, great vibe!
Great atmosphere and unique food. The potatoes were amazing. The empanadas are good as well. It has a great variety of cocktails