Present Tense

A culinary and sensory experience celebrating the here and now in Nashville.

https://wefunder.com/present.tense

Total raised on Wefunder: 74500

Total investors: 22

Quick facts

  • Local favorite restaurant w/ a deep sake list, natural wines, and esoteric yet minimalist cocktails
  • Influenced by the sourcing of world class ingredients, fermentation, restraint & Japanese charcoal
  • N.Y. Times Best Restaurants in Nashville & Resy Restaurants That Define Dining in America 2024
  • Chef/Owner awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand and Eater Restaurant of the Year for Dija Mara in San Diego
  • Co-owners have decades of experience in F&B, Hospitality Operations, and Alc-Bev brand building
  • Founder successfully scaled a multi-unit craft bottle shop and online DTC platform in Singapore
  • $1.4M in top line revenue in first 12 months of operations; monthly profitability at 16 months
  • 18-month operating history with strategic plans for growth and expansion

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Present Tense

A culinary and sensory experience celebrating the here and now in Nashville

What Investors Say

LEAD INVESTOR
Invested $50,000 this round + $100,000 previously
“Investing in Present Tense made sense to for a number of reasons. First, I trust in the leadership of Ryan and Rick in guiding Present Tense towards success in the future. Strong and competent owners can be hard to find in the space. Secondly, Nashville is in dire need for a restaurant that pushes the limits and offers dishes and fare not found anywhere else in the city. Finally--one night's omakase experience with Ryan and his staff will make you realize how special and unique Present Tense is. I'm excited to see how the restaurant evolves over time and am happy to be partnered with such an exciting experience!”
What People Say