Tweet Me Right! M Street
Virago Sake Patio
Last year I started a little series called “Tweet Me Right!”, where I recognized local businesses that impressed me with their Twitter skills. Tweeting a special of the day isn’t what gets my attention. Communication is key. I look for Twitter accounts that are interacting with their customers, creating dialogue, and thanking them for their business.
It has actually been quite a long time since I’ve done one of these spotlights, but recently someone in particular has really stood out from the rest of the pack of Nashville tweeters, and I felt compelled to do one again.
Tavern Upper Patio
This recognition is a little different than others I’ve done, because I’m not just focusing on one restaurant, but instead an entire group of restaurants – M Street. The M Street Group is made up of Tavern, Virago, Whiskey Kitchen and Kayne Prime. I follow them all on Twitter, so I get to eavesdrop on many a conversation between them and their patrons, and I like what I see.
While the tweeting aspect is the main reason for this shout-out, it’s not the only one. Every part of the business comes into play – food, service, ambiance. I can honestly say that all of my most recent experiences at each of these places has been spot on. Need a reminder of some of the fantastic food I’ve had at each? Just look here for Whiskey Kitchen, here for Virago, here for Tavern and here for Kayne Prime.
Whiskey Kitchen
There are a couple of things in particular that I’d like to point out in addition to those posts. First, the Chef’s Menu at Virago. While most of you know that the sushi is some of the best in the city, you may not often try some of the other amazing offerings. That’s a mistake. The next time you’re there, venture off that sushi menu and try something new. I bet you won’t be disappointed.
Next, let’s talk about Kayne Prime. Yes, it’s a steakhouse. To be completely honest, up until now, steakhouses are pretty much my last choice when dining out. I’m an adventurous eater and have never really understood the allure of eating something I could easily make at home. But my attitude has now changed and it’s completely thanks to Kayne Prime.
This is no typical steakhouse. The menu is inventive, creative, and even vegetarians can leave feeling not only satisfied, but happy. In fact, last week when I was craving vegetables and had a dinner date with a non-meat eating friend, the first place I thought to go was Kayne Prime. Sound weird? Maybe a bit, but we feasted on an array of incredible (very large) side dishes, and even had enough left over to take home for another meal.
Kayne Prime Union Room
Now to the very best part of this post. Reinforcing my opinion of their awesomeness, the M Street group has happily offered up three $25 gift cards for me to give away to my readers! One card will be for Tavern, one for Virago, and the other for Kayne Prime. All you have to do to enter is this:
Mandatory for Entry: Leave a comment below telling me which of the M Street restaurants is your favorite and why. Never been to any of them? Then which one do you most want to try?
Increase your chances to win with these additional entries. Note- you must leave a separate comment:
- On Twitter, follow one of the M Street group restaurants that you don’t already follow: @viragonashville, @tavernnashville, @kayneprime, or @whiskeykitchen and tweet the following: Win a $25 gift card for one of Nashville’s best restaurants from @betheats! http://bit.ly/rbCK4p Then come back here and tell me you tweeted, along with your twitter handle.
- “Like” Kayne Prime on Facebook, then come back here and tell me you liked them, leaving your first name and last initial so it can be verified. (KP is the newest of the bunch, so we need to show it some love!)
Contest ends on Monday, August 22nd at NOON CST. Once the winners are chosen, I’ll contact them via email and will post it here on the blog. If any of the winners don’t respond within 48 hours, I’ll be forced to choose others, so make sure you check your email!
I’ve been to all of the M Street restaurants and love them all. My favorite is Virago for drinks but I’m quickly falling for the steaks at Prime! Outstanding and cooked to perfection.
I live in Bowling Green, KY and come to Nashville frequently. My friends that live in Nashville always talk about Whiskey Kitchen, so I’d like to give it a try next time I’m in town.
Love Whiskey Kithcen but haven’t been to the others (yet). I an now following KaynePrime and Whiskey Kithcen on twitter and I liked KaynePrime on facebook.
Need to go to WK this weekend.
I love Virago and Whiskey Kitchen! The food and service is always exceptional, and I love the atmosphere of both restaurants. Tavern is becoming a new favorite too! Having lived in London and Atlanta, it’s nice to have “hip” places to drink and dine in Nashville!
I am a huge fan of both Tavern and Virago! From the looks of the comments, I’ll be going to Whiskey Kitchen for the first time this weekend! :)
Tavern is great for brunch. The staff is friendly and everything tastes so fresh. Virago has the look, food, and staff. Love it!
Virago! Food is incredible and staff is great!
I tweeted! @and78
Without a doubt Virago! My husband surprised me with a night at the Union Station Hotel for Christmas last year, and we ate at Virago for dinner that night- despite the snow storm. The food and service were great!
Tweeted @Christina615
“Liked” Kayne Prime on FB (Christina V)
Haven’t been to Kayne yet. Maybe this weekend. But of all the others, Whyskey is my favorite. They all are great. Been multiple times to all. Love the menu at Virago. Love the view & patio at Tavern. Have had very good service at all. But for me, Whiskey is the best all around. Always great vibe, very good service, great drinks, good menu of very tasty food, & a good value for it all.
@davidrglenn tweeted & RT
I haven’t been to the “new” Virago yet, but I just know I’ll love it, as I loved everything I tried at the old location… It’s always been a go-to place to take out-of-town guests!
I tweeted! My twitter handle is dannyjo.
I also liked Kayne Prime on Facebook! I’m Danielle W.
I’ve only ever eaten at Virago, and that was a loooong time ago! I went to Tavern for drinks & I liked the atmosphere better there. I was drooling over their menu, so I’d definitely list that one as my favorite!
I just started following Whiskey Kitchen on Twitter- heard great things about them. However I also tweeted your comment verbatim! My handle is @RhondaHendricks.
Ok last step- I just liked Kayne Prime on Facebook! Rhonda H.!
Tavern’s hamburger and sweet potato fries are amazing! I’m sure I’d like them all but I LOVE Tavern!
I’m split on which concept is my favorite. I really like Tavern’s food and drink menu, but I’m a member of Citizen so I have to say it’s my favorites since I can get a little of each concept there!
I tweeted my entry @blakea89 and like Kayne Prime on Facebook. Blake A.
I LOVE going to Whiskey Kitchen because the food is excellent for the price. The bar above Virago overlooking the city is an AWESOME atmosphere.
I’ve only been to WK once, and never to the others… but WK was so fun, had some freakin’ fabulous Veev Lemonade, and we just had the greatest time that night. I’d love to find a steakhouse that my mah johngg girls would love: one vegetarian, one all big burritos, one doesn’t venture outside the comfort zone, and me: the human garbage compactor. So I’d LOVE to win Kayne Prime. Thanks for the giveaway, Beth!
PS. Retweeted you, and retweeted WK’s tweet!
loved the whiskey kitchen… so classic nashville to make shrimp and grits even more awesome while maintaining its core greatness!
my twitter handle: @robynbcollins
my tweet:
Win a $25 gift card for one of Nashville’s best restaurants from @betheats! bit.ly/rbCK4p
robyn c. like kayne prime on facebook… and will love it in person…
I liked Kayne Prime! If they’re anything like the other M street restaurants/bars….I know I’ll love them!!!
I have only been to Tavern once and it was for brunch, so I would love to go back again for lunch.
We’re pretty partial to Whiskey Kitchen, but then again we’ve yet to visit Kayne Prime!
Here’s my tweet
I like the drinks at Tavern. Would really LOVE to try Kayne Prime – but its a bit out of budget for me, so this gift card would be awesome!
I LOVE Virago. From the green been tempura (delicious!) to the half price bottles of wine on Sundays, it’s definitely my favorite! The upstairs patio isn’t too bad either :).
I’ve only been to Whiskey Kitchen…which was awesome. The thing I liked most about it (or any restaurant) is when the menu has so many choices that sound amazing. I’m not a get the same thing every time kind of guy (ala Beth at Germantown cafe!) so a place with a lot of different “can’t go wrong” menu items is great for me!
I really like Whiskey Kitchen, but I’m still waiting to try Kayne Prime!
I had a really fun time at Tavern with some girlfriends on a Sunday afternoon. They get bonus points for being open post-brunch times, and the cocktails were great too!
Tweet, tweet. (@kyddsr), and i already follow ’em all.
We love Whiskey Kitchen. They have the best fish tacos. Can’t wait to try the others soon!
Now I “like” Kayne Prime on FB (Suzanne R)
Nashville I’m on my way YAY, I haven’t tried any of these wonderful places yet but am so looking forward to trying all of them. We will be moving to the area in 3 weeks, can’t wait.
Tweeted! http://twitter.com/#!/abbeysez/status/105648684473126912
i tweeted (@ispeaknashville), added tavern and liked kayne prime. giddy up!
Liked Kayne Prime!
Hi Beth,
I have recently moved back to Nashville and am excitedly overwhelmed by all things food/restaurant/farming/local going on! Congratulations on your Food Network show! Of all of the things I have stumbled upon recently, I am most thrilled for the fresh pressed juices from thejuicenashville.com. She is serving at 12th South and Woodbine Farmers Markets, with home delivery on the horizon. The most pleasurable, fresh-tasting juice I’ve experienced and Stephanie, the owner, is delightful. Hope you or your readers are able to enjoy some, and I look forward to learning more about what is going on in Nashville through you!