Business Description from the Web
A chic Gulch restaurant with a regional menu and a downtown view.
Tips About This Business
If the weather's cooperative, ask to be seated on the balcony, where the view of downtown is panoramic.
Street and lot parking is limited, so go for the free valet parking on 12th Avenue.
The restaurant's first floor is reserved for private gatherings; call ahead to reserve for parties and events.
Editorial Reviews from the web
In Short Gray walls and floor-to-ceiling windows create a sophisticated, modern style at this refined hot spot. The dining room, located at the top of the stairs, boasts great views of downtown, making the space well-suited for business dining or romantic evenings. Executive Chef Joe Shaw's American cuisine menu features fresh, local ingredients and changes slightly each day....
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Posted by Contributor
on April 21, 2009, (Edited August 07, 2006)
In a blink-and-you-miss-it position between a bar and sonic sushi club, Watermark has a commanding, if quiet, presence. Nashvillians have eaten country ham, grits and blackberry preserves since before there were restaurants, but chef Joe Shaw’s interpretation---paired with seared foie gras as an appetizer---certainly has people putting their money on the line. Previously chef de cuisine at...
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Posted by gayot
on July 09, 2007
Other Reviews from the web
I read many good things about this restaurant and when I ate here I was very sad indeed. My fish was not warm on the inside and should have had at least a few tiny vegetables on the plate or something else to at least feel like you are eating a bit more and I am a very small person. the bread was just ok if you are really hungry and too salty at that. The other foods on the table had complaints...
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Posted by gwynmorrison
on April 21, 2009, (Edited March 04, 2009)
An excellent fine dining experience. Watermark delivers on all fronts -- from the simple yet elegant ambiance and attentive yet unobtrusive service, to the outstanding cuisine. Be sure not to miss the superb grit souffle or the indulgent chocolate sampler. Hats off to Sean Norton for a truly inventive and well-executed menu. A memorable and highly satisfying evening.
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+ Cuisine,...
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Posted by talans
on April 21, 2009, (Edited February 27, 2009)
Very over-rated, overpriced restaurant. Terrible ambiance - high walls & wood floor make for a very noisy setting. Spare interior design is severe, not Zen-like. Half-finished condo project across the street (which, given the economy, will likely remain unfinished) ruins what was probably a wonderful view. Shrimp appetizer was so overcooked & rubbery a knife could barely cut through them....
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Posted by FreshHell
on April 21, 2009, (Edited December 09, 2008)