Bad Idea

Bad Idea is a Wine Bar restaurant in East Nashville, bookable through Chase Dining with $300/year via the Sapphire Reserve Dining Credit.

Location: East Nashville, United States, East Nashville, North America, United States

Cuisine: Wine Bar, Farm-to-table, American

Rating: 4.5★

Card credits that apply at Bad Idea

Up to $300 a year in Chase Dining statement credits can go toward the bill here.

Sapphire Reserve Dining Credit — $300 a year (Chase Sapphire Reserve)

$150 credit January–June and $150 July–December for dining at Sapphire Reserve Dining Collection restaurants. Exclusive access to priority reservations at top restaurants via Chase Dining and OpenTable. Tip: Book Chase Dining restaurants in major metros before special occasions.

Booking: tables at Bad Idea book through the Chase Dining program — use the booking link on this page.

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Frequently asked questions

Which card dining credit can I use at Bad Idea?

Bad Idea is bookable through Chase Dining, so the Sapphire Reserve Dining Credit statement credit applies — up to $300 a year toward the bill.

How do I book a table at Bad Idea?

Reserve through the Chase Dining booking link on this page. The statement credit reimburses qualifying dining charges on your card automatically.

What kind of restaurant is Bad Idea?

Bad Idea in East Nashville serves wine bar, farm-to-table, american and carries a 4.5-star rating.

Bad Idea is a wine bar and restaurant in East Nashville focused on Contemporary American cooking and seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Founded by Alex Burch, recipient of the Michelin American South Sommelier Award 2025, the concept places wine at the center of the experience, with a dynamic, food-friendly list designed for exploration and balance. The culinary program is directed by David Breeden, whose approach emphasizes technique, restraint, and letting exceptional ingredients speak for themselves. The result is a refined yet approachable neighborhood destination for both casual evenings and special occasions. Bad Idea was also named a semifinalist for Best New Restaurant in the 2025 James Beard Awards.

Updated 2026-08-07