Not Watson’s kitchen - Bar
15 Market Square, Knoxville, TN, 37902
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Address :
15 Market Square
Knoxville, TN, 37902 - Phone (865) 766-4848
- Website https://www.notwatsons.com/
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Garage
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Good For Dancing : No
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : Yes
Coat Check : No
Smoking : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
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Gary N.
First off the only reason they don't get a one star is how new they are. Came in after lunch crowd and the place looked like a bomb went off. Tables covered, uncleared after people left. About 5 minutes before we and others even saw a hostess. She came back smiling and sat someone out if order. Few minutes later we were told 30 minutes even though the place was half empty. Not sure if it's just disorganized or people issues. As I write this we asked our waitress. Looks like some people were out so managers running front with inexperienced help. So they may bounce back and I will give them another go in a few weeks Food wise, the burgers are excellent here. Brats are also big on the menu. With the right help and leadership they should be better
(2)Scott M.
Had the Alligator Po Boy with fries. Also had the fried pickles appetizer. Everything tasted great. Fast friendly service.
(5)Kurt F.
I frequent Knoxville on business, so I have tried most of the restaurants in town. I decided on NotWatsons, since I've never been here and it was close to my hotel. I tried their "Not so old fashioned" and it was delicious and strong. I had to have another. For dinner I started with a wedge salad and the deviled eggs. Both were delicious and well portioned. I had the fish and chips for an entree, it was pretty good, not terrible, but I'd try something new next time. They have a revolving menu for desert, I had a maple bacon cupcake just for fun, which was pretty good. Summary: I would come back for the atmosphere and the food.
(4)Howard B.
Great food and customer service. The chicken and waffles were wonderful and the black and blue sliders were great also.
(4)Justin E.
I had a delicious bacon Bloody Mary to go with my bacon burger. The waitress was a delight and the food was great. It was busy and felt fun but it wasn't too noisy! That's really all I have to say! Nothing went wrong, there was no aspect of the restaurant that turned me off, and my friend had a good meal too. It's a clean jazzy looking place. We sat at a booth and it was cozy! That's all! That's all I got! And this picture!
(5)Madelynn M.
The chicken and waffles with spiced watermelon was DELICIOUS. My fiancé got the burger (name escapes me) with a fried oyster on top....also sinfully good.
(4)John M.
Just stopped in for drinks, but will go back to dry the dinner menu. The ambiance is nice, but the music is a little loud if you're looking for an intimate dinner for two or something. Probably would be a good place for dinner with friends. Tried several drinks and they were all really good: dixie carter, the Watson, and the kingsman. The Kingsman was probably the overall favorite.
(4)Sarah P.
My sister and I tried Not Watson's for the first time this evening, and I must say, it's pretty tasty. I had the fish and chips, which were some of the best I have had in Knoxville. The cod was perfectly breaded and cooked, and the fries were hand cut, which really amped up the dish. There was live music in the Square tonight, and patrons seemed to be taking refuge from the drizzly weather inside restaurants. I assume this was part of why it was so busy, although since I've never been, it's possible that this is common at Not Watson's. Regardless of the crowd, we received great service. All in all, Not Watson's seems to really stack up to the competition in Market Square. Not an easy feat!
(4)Jason G.
We were going to the Library for a drink and decided to have lunch first. This was our first time at Not Watsons but had high hopes after the favorable Yelp reviews. I had the Ahi Tuna burger and my gf had the chili dog. My tuna was slightly over cooked but seasoned well. The chili dog was delicious. Will definitely try the dinner.
(4)Crystle C.
Plan: 1) find out how they make their bourbon spicy heavenly syrup, 2) build a factory, 3) sell it to the masses and 4) rule the world... Seriously though, try the chicken and waffles. Probably the best I've ever had. Go, go, GO!
(5)Anne J.
Not Watson's has a cool story, bro. You can read all about it on the back of your menu while you wait for your drinks. Our waitress was nice. We were quickly seated on the patio because who would deny beautiful weather? Side note: everyone we met thought it was hot but they're not from Texas. Again, looking for vegan options and not a salad, I settled on the Veggie Power Wrap. It ended up being vegetarian because of the wheat flour tortilla wrap. I left off the sour cream and cheese and they offered to double up on the pico de gallo. HECK YES! I love pico de gallo, I really do but doubling up on it sacrificed the wheat tortilla so I was left with a spongy wrap. Regardless, it was delicious. It contained kale, pico de gallo, black beans, avocado and fresh herbs and it comes with a side of crispy french fries -that were frickin' delicious! Market Square offers several great food options, that being said Not Watson's isn't as memorable but I did enjoy my food.
(3)Canny F.
I reserved for a table of 14 for dinner; they can only hold the table for 10-15 minutes. When we arrived, our table wasn't ready and we had quite a wait time but it worked out perfectly because a group of us were running late. I ordered the spicy black bean burger with tater tots and I tried some of my friend's sweet potato fries. The burger was way better than it looks. The bun was warm and toasty and the patty was flavorful, consistent, moist and filling. The tater tots were amazingly crunchy and the portion was pleasing. The sweet potato fries were also making my tongue dance; it wasn't too mushy, too crunchy or too salty. Overall, not only did I enjoy the food, but everyone else here that night did. The staff was attentive to my party of 14 and the food came out in a timely manner. The server split the check for all of us, which I'm super grateful for because there were no complications with the math and with people only having credit cards. I highly recommend coming here if you have a large party craving for burgers or hot dogs.
(4)Andy B.
I'm strictly giving this place a 5 star review because I'm obsessed with cheesesteaks and they have a good one here with Amoroso Rolls. That is the key. I ordered mine with white american AND whiz because I like it extra cheesy. I will say that I found this place on Yelp! to plan a stop on a road trip and this was on the way. I stopped on my way to Bristol and on my way back to Nashville, and the first steak was much better simply because it had plenty of steak. My second steak on the way back was a little skimpy.
(5)Lori W.
Wow..Definetly not a frozen hamburger patty..Amazing Marketplace Hamburger...it was cooked perfectly, juicy, not greasy. The fries were crispy, very well cooked. Fresh potatoes not frozen. The waitress was very friendly and helpful. We was seated and greeted immediately after walking in. Ordered the carrot cake for dessert....ohhhhh myyyyyyy....the plating was excellently done. Taste great...very moist, not overly sweet. Carmel adds alittle extra sweetness but doesn't overpower the taste. Fresh carrots...buttercream frosting. Really good. MUST try. Highly recommended... Will definetly be back!!!
(5)Lance R.
This was an excellent place with great food and the waffles and chicken outstanding. They had a nice selection of bourbon and scotch and wonderful service. By the way it's not Watsons because the owners mom was a fanatic for a department store called Watsons and the kids would go NOT Watsons when asked where they wanted to go.
(4)Julie S.
Sat at the bar tonight - cold food and rude service. After our empty plates say in front of us for 10 minutes-we had to ask for our bill. When she dropped the receipt off, not even a thank you or good night. So disappointing!
(2)Christina D.
I have visited Not Waton's twice and both times had a great meal and service. First off, their appetizers all look amazing, so narrowing it down to one visit will be hard. My favorite would have to be their friend green tomatoes with pimento cheese on top OOHHHH MYYYY LAAWWDDD its sooo goooooddddd. Next up we have their deviled eggs, and yes hunty they good too. Their wedge salad would have to be my all time favorite, that included classic blue cheese but also balsamic on it !!! Genus and delicious! And if you are struggling with a side, do the asparagus, always do the asparagus- I don't know what kind of witchcraft is involved in making these, but I want MOOOAARR. I have enjoyed their salmon, which was really good and also their amazing mix drinks, the kingsman being my favorite. They also have a great selection of craft beer and 21 different kinds on draft. I can't wait to go back to try everything else on this menu! Drink Specials: Every Monday is half price bottles of wine all day Every Tuesday is $3 pints Every Wednesday is $4 House Martini's Every Thursday is $5 House mojitos ( many flavors to choose from)
(4)Kurt S.
Skipped over this place too long. Went in to duck a huge crowd from Boomsday and became part of a rush. I was pleased with how well they handled it and I was even more surprised at how fast we got our food and that food was very very good. Thank you, be back.
(4)Aaron W.
Been here twice. First time we came we ordered The Parisian Burger, Mac and Cheese Burger and Philly Steak. Like other reviewers have pointed out the burger beef is completely bland and flavorless. No salt and pepper, no seasoning at all. We pointed this out to our waiter, he got the manager who said that was a problem they have been having for some reason. He was a nice guy and gave us free appetizer passes. We also ordered the Chcago Dog and Friend Green Tomatoes both were excellent. Second visit we decided to use our free appetizer cards. The Nacho Libre and Fried Green Tomatoes came out and both are completely awesome. The Nachos are spicy but I liked it, and they tasted really good. The Fried Green Tomatoes here are notoriously good. The problem on our second visit is that after the waiter took our coupon cards, and after our food came out, the waiter came when we were almost finished eating to say they would only honor one card! He said that it is clearly implied on the card itself. Nowhere on the card does it say one per visit. The closest it comes is where it reads: "Receive a free appetizer (up to $10)." It's pretty obvious that means appetizers over $10 like the Fried Oysters are not covered with the coupon. I submit that Not Watsons needs to update the writing on the card to say: "One free appetizer per visit." Maybe this happened because they put us all on one check and did not separate our checks like they should have. Again, this is a staff shortcoming. They might also want to include the writing "One per table." or "One coupon per check." Ultimately Not Watsons has some decent food options but they need constancy in the preparation (seasoning food), and training for the staff (we should of been notified about the one coupon policy before our food order was placed in the kitchen).
(2)Giselle C.
Ordered the chipotle pork loins. Sauce was good. Spicy and sweet. Well cooked. Asparagus was flame. Wanted to incorporate vegetables. But mac and cheese needs work so it doesn't taste and look like cafeteria mac n cheese.
(3)Erika S.
I didn't know what to make out of Not Watson's. I had heard the good and heard the bad. I decided that I needed to try this tator tot dishing place for myself. I don't know what I expected when I walked in, but the restaurant was really cool inside. The bar lines the left wall and booths on the right all the way back to the kitchen. We went on a Thursday night and found a lively crowd. Right off the bat, I got a sports bar vibe....but a cool sports bar. Lots of local memorabilia dawning the walls with local photos and loud music. Normally, I am not a fan of loud music in restaurants, but somehow it really works with the vibe...or maybe it was just the on point song selections. We were seated promptly and our server grabbed our drink order right away. Our server was great! He talked me into their nightly drink special - a $5 mojito (which didn't take much arm twisting) and gave us time with digest their hefty menu. While making notes of about a dozen things I want to try on future visits (Yes, I was already committed to return trips), I ordered the ALL ORGANIC TURKEY BURGER NO.2. (BLEU CHEESE, BACON, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, LETTUCE, TOMATO & NOT SAUCE) It's organic and turkey. That count's as healthy, right?! As my sides, it felt like it would have been a crime to order anything other than the tots. While waiting for our food, our server brought us samples of the their latest beer, delivered with thorough knowledge of it's origin. You did read that correctly. Our server brought us beer to try...for free. That's what I'm saying. We had really great service! Once our food arrived, I put any reservations about this place to rest. The tots were cooked to crispy perfection and my burger was the kind of mess you expect from a good burger. It was cooked perfectly and adorned with a healthy dose of bleu cheese and caramelized onions. I managed to make a healthy dent in my meal, but didn't come close to finishing. The portion size will definitely not leave you hungry. We had a great experience at Not Watson's and I am eager for my next visit to cross some of the must eats off of my list. I hear a Chicago dog calling my name...
(5)Jennie B.
I LOVE farm to table restaurants. Whether I love their food or not, I still respect them for taking strides to help raise the level of consciousness when it comes to dining out and caring about animal welfare and human health. For some reason I had higher hopes for Not Watson's. I had NOT read many reviews on Yelp, but I did read some of their story on Not Watson's website, and I was excited by their selection. We sat outside on a beautiful, sunny day. I sat down before my 2 others. The table was for 2, but we were 3, so I borrowed a chair from another table. The waitress tried to take my drink order before my other 2 sat down. I told her I was waiting for 2 more people, that we were 3, and I'll order something when they arrive. She offered to bring water to start--great. I had to ask for a 3rd roll-up (napkin with silverware inside) and menu even though I told her we were going to be 3 people. She brought 3 waters, my other 2 joined us, but she never took another drink order. About 5 minutes later she took our order. We all ordered the ('authentic' 9th Street) Philly cheesesteak after discussing details with her. My mother grew up in Philadelphia and I've had many a fantastic Philly cheesesteak in my life! I was SO excited to try this because the menu says: The (sliced) meat's from Philly, the roll's from Philly, the cheese whiz is from Philly, the onions are from Georgia. We asked if it was overstuffed, like I like my Philly cheesesteaks, and the waitress said, 'Yes--it's delicious!' The meals arrived less than 10 minutes later and sadly the cheesesteak looked sparse. The meat was sort of fitting into the roll but not quite pushing the boundaries. We couldn't find the cheese whiz so we immediately mentioned it. The waitress offered to take it back for more cheese whiz. We also asked if they could throw in a little extra sliced meat and she obliged. A couple minutes later she returned with a darn good looking sandwich! The roll did seem authentic albeit a little soft. I like my Philly cheesesteak rolls a bit warm & crispy on the outside while still soft on the inside. Maybe that's just me. The meat, cheese, caramelized onions and cherry peppers were very good. The fresh cut fries were another story. They seemed kinda old. Kinda stuck together, some were large and some were just random pieces thrown in. The only reason I know there was something 'off' with our fries was because just before leaving I spotted the waitress serving another table 2 orders of fresh cut fries. I just about stopped in my tracks and asked her if those were sweet potato fries because they looked phenomenal and completely different than ours! Nope. They were fresh cut fries. So much for consistency. Overall I think this place is OK, but I won't go home and dream about it at night. Nor will I go back anytime soon, unless I'm dying to eat on Market Square, outside, and there is no other open table. I think I'll continue trying new places before I return.
(3)Robin N.
We were excited to try Not Watson's, and since Stock and Barrel had a 2-hour wait, we figured tonight was a good time. I wish we'd waited the 2 hours for S & B. The wait for a table wasn't awful, about 35 minutes. We were seated, and it was a good 10 minutes before our server came over. We ordered cocktails and a couple of waters. The cocktails came about 10 minutes later, but it was another 15 before we saw waters and that was after we reminded our server. We ordered burgers--the Parisian and the Ultimate Bacon Cheeseburger, both of which came with fries. The wait for food wasn't bad, and we asked for additional mayo when the manager brought it over. No mayo came until we flagged her down several minutes later to ask about it. The food was bland at best. The burgers could have used some salt and pepper, and my dining partner said even the bacon needed something to add flavor. The fries seemed old, like they'd been in the oil far too long, and were soggy, but also burnt-ish. The service we had tonight was subpar. She couldn't have been more inattentive and bored, and while all of her tables appeared to be in front, she remained in the back in the kitchen for long swaths of time rather than checking on her tables. Our water was never, not even once, refilled, nor were we asked if we might like additional drinks. As I mentioned, the manager was even tardy and negligent. After paying, we left without anyone acknowledging us to say thank you or even looking up from the hostess stand; there were at least 2 people there--a hostess and the manager. We won't be back. The food simply isn't up to the standards set by other eateries in the area, and the service isn't up to anyone's standards.
(2)Funk D.
A stop-over in Knoxville took us on a walk-about of the UT campus followed by a stumble upon "The Market Square" in Downtown K-Ville. Had the pooch with us and was happy to find lots of pet friendly patio options. Decided upon NotWatson's Kitchen & Bar. The group shared a portobello mushroom sandwich, a buffalo chicken sandwich, fresh cut French fries and a wedge salad with Apple smoked bacon & blue cheese crumbles. Three local beers complimented the meal that could certainly be recommended...and Maizy had a biscuit to boot!
(4)Justine H.
Service and accommodations to menu and drink preferences were OUTSTANDING! I believe our servers name was Gus and did not catch the bartenders name but in our group we had some substitution requests for food and drinks and they went over and beyond. The food was delicious - we had the BBQ sliders and Fried Green tomatoes and all 3 of us had different variations of burgers. They have an outdoor seating area and a pretty large indoor dining area compared to some of the other spots downtown. I can't imagine this place getting anything less than 4 stars for any reason. I forgot to snap photos but trust me the food was delicious!
(5)Chris K.
Service wasn't good. Waiter brought out the wrong entree and also charged us for a second appetizer that we never ordered. Fried green tomatoes were good minus the massive amounts of pimento cheese slapped on top of each of them. Salad was good, not great as well as my chili dog and fries. I might try this place again in the future, but with better options within a 30 second walking distance probably not.
(2)Heather T.
We went for the first time and actually didn't have to wait! We had the best server, Samuel. He explained all the beer on their menu, and gave us plenty of time to look over the menu. I had the ole smokey burger and it was fabulous. The French fries were delicious as well. My fiance had the cheese steak sandwich and if you like the traditional ones, you will love this one! I highly recommend this restaurant and will be back.
(5)Michael G.
Good, but not great. We ended up here because the wait at Stock and Barrel was too long and because the service at Five was quite literally the WORST I've ever experienced...seriously, don't go to Five. Ever. I wish them quick failure. We waited about 30 minutes after being told it would be about 20. There were empty tables the whole time. People who came after us got seated before us. That system seemed unorganized. Once seated we tried the fried pickles for an appetizer. The breading was really good, but the pickles themselves tasted unlike any pickles I've had before. It was a weird twang. I don't know what a rotten pickle tastes like, but I wondered if I might be eating one... My wife got one of the burgers. It was big, and it was good. Really good. She got tater tots on the side, and they were very good as well. One recommendation: they put something called "not sauce" on most if not all of the burgers; ask for it on the side. It's an odd combo of mustard, mayo, ketchup, jalapeno and something else. I wouldn't want it on my burger. I ordered the fish and chips. The fish was absolutely fantastic. The fries were pretty standard fare. The only negative really was the pickles and the service. The place was completely empty by the time we left at 9. There were several servers there, and they seemed to be standing around enjoying each other's company. In the meantime, it took us a LONG time to get our order in, to get drinks refilled and to get the check at the end of the night. I'd eat here again, but I probably wouldn't pick it over the other options around.
(3)Salmaan T.
Ordered 2 burgers to go. The market and Bleu cheese burgers. Savory bun and cooked exactly how I asked. Meat quality was great. One of the better burgers in knoxville. Will definitely be back.
(4)Lizzy C.
This place is a solid place to have a casual lunch or dinner with a variety of hotdogs and sandwiches. Overall, the service and service have been fine. No complaints.
(4)Jody C.
This place is pretty great. Their burger meat is not quite as good as Stock and Barrel, but I love the options for the burgers. Best sweet potato fries I've ever had. Plus, they have tater tots on the menu! That's a small thing, but I dig it. Had a few of the entrees, and they are well-prepared, flavorful, and a good price. Their desserts are pretty fantastic too. As for the service. I've been going since literally day one. They've gotten a ton better. Sure you'll have bad service every once in a while. But I also watched a waitress keep her composure while one of my friends was being a complete piece of crap. For that, I gave her a bigger tip.
(4)Lauren B.
First things first, as other Yelpers have stated, the hostess at the front needs to perk up. We were meeting friends who got there before us whom she had JUST seated, when we asked if they were there she basically just waved her hand towards the back and said "yeah"... We got settled in and ordered drinks. We did ask some questions about the ingredients in the drinks, which were not answered, so I just had to google. There needs to be some general training, especially if they are serving specialty drinks. The menu has so much stuff on it, all kinds of sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, etc.. and it's all reasonably priced. I ordered the chili dog and tots for $6.50. The tots were amazing. They were super fresh and crispy and probably the best things I ate all night. My chili dog was good but the bun should have been toasted or the cheese melted. I kept thinking my food was cold. The alligator po'boy was spicy and the fries were wilty. My two drinks tasted completely different even though I ordered the same thing. All the employees we encountered after seating were super friendly and accomodating but not very knowledgeable. Mehhh. I probably won't come back here anytime soon, I would like to let some time pass and try brunch maybe.... maybe.
(2)Tara S.
Over all I did not experience anything that leaves me feeling compelled to return. I will say, I hope that is all due to new restaurant glitches, however they've kind of been open too long for that excuse. First, when we walked in , the hostess, and a waitress who was looking at the books, looked up, met our gaze, and stared at us. Finally the hostess said" can I help you with something?". Maybe I sound snarky and old-fashioned but what happened to a friendly greeting from the hostess? Also....we both know what you can help me with. Finding a seat! I am not a census taker, I am hungry! Anyway, we were then seated quickly. I have to compliment the effort put into the remodel - it is soooo much lovelier than the former restaurant which inhabited the space. The bar is lovely, lighting is good. They had some pretty good wine and beer so we started with drinks. Our server wasn't unable to use the wine tool, so there was a bit of slamming around the table and the cork ended up broken in two with bits in the bottle. Our server was sweet and apologetic, however when we looked over the food menu she checked back every minute or so, which made us feel rushed. The menu seemed enticing in some ways and confusing in others. For example, there were dishes that featured a component which was not available on its own -like an appetizer with bbq pulled pork or something, when pulled pork was not offered elsewhere. This makes me think the pork isn't cooked or smoked in house, because it seems like something awesome to offer if you're making it fresh! We each ordered a burger. They were pretty good, the burger buns were great. We had to wait for long expanses of time to get things that we asked for or were forgotten; the service was very hot and cold. I think I will go again and sit at the bar and maybe have an appetizer to see if things have improved; i hope the best for them but things were just not in sync on my dinner visit.
(2)David C.
Terrible! Got called for our table that was out door and their hostess let another group walk up and take our table. So instead they put us at a bar top table with our three year old. Then our waitress came said hi and left and handed us over to another waiter who must of forgot about us because it took us another 10 minutes to get water. The place was just too loud to go to for a dinner, too many bro's trying to flex up on each other. Finally after a long time we finally ordered and as we watched people who came after us get their food we asked about ours. Our food was brought out and my pregnant wife was served raw undercooked cold scallops. They comped us for the plate but by that point we were already too annoyed and just asked for boxes to go and left.
(1)Ricky T.
All the hype, mediocre food, average service. I ordered a Chili Mac and Cheese Burger, and my friend had the Alligator Burger. Both sandwiches were nothing memorable. I could have probably made something comparable at home. The prices were reasonable considering you're in market square, but I could have gotten two full meals if I just went to Cook Out. The menu looked really good at first, but like anything else "don't judge a book by its cover." However, I do like the idea and theme of the restaurant. Perhaps its a better place to grab drinks. They have a few drink specials that won't break your bank. Other than that, I'd probably skip the food. Service was average - not very personable.
(3)Heather C.
Had the carpetbagger with tater tots. The fried oyster was delicious. Ate it right up before I could take a picture. My husband had the good morning with a side asparagus. "It was good." We'll be back soon!
(5)Kellie C.
I had delicious burger but enjoyed the beer selection and recommendations from our waiter even more. Excellent service and casual-but-fun ambiance. We will definitely be back to try more!
(5)Jeff E.
So far I've had a fried oyster po' boy and the market cheeseburger and both were excellent. The fries are great, but the real treat is that they're one of a very small number of places that offers tater tots. Seriously, that's so good I just went back and changed from 4 to 5 stars. Just for having tots. The beer selection is decent but nothing special, and the decor is serviceable - don't expect anything amazing. There's great food on the menu, the staff are all wonderfully pleasant, and if you sit in the right place, the person eating with you will hand over her bacon. I won't tell you which seat it is, but you'll know when you sit there. Free bacon is worth trying it out.
(5)Libby G.
I went for the first time last Saturday and was not pleased. The food was so-so. I got the Chicago dog and it was fine, but completely forgettable. Seemed like something they put together using ingredients from Kroger. Luckily, the tots were tasty. The drinks were also meh. My husband's beer was flat. I tried the Not So Old Fashioned and The Watson and neither were delicious. The Watson was pretty odd actually...the watermelon completely overpowered the drink. As a whole, this place needs to simplify. The cocktails were too complicated and the food menu felt a little all over the place. I'd rather they have less options but really perfect those options and make them great. I also feel like I should note that 3 out of 4 of us who ate dinner that night got very ill afterwards. I know there is no way to be sure that it was because of the food at Not Watson's, but it certainly makes me nervous to go back. I know that this place is relatively new, so I hope that they can work out these kinks. I really want to be able to support this local restaurant in the future. As it stands now, however, I will not be returning to Not Watson's.
(2)Audrey H.
It looked pretty crowded when we arrived but were seated and waited on right away! I was with a group of four and we were hungry so decided to split an appetizer - fried pickles, yum! I got a burger and was cooked as I requested. It wasn't anything spectacular but I loved the sweet potato fries! This is the kind of place that has a pretty big/overwhelming menu, great for pleasing a large group of people.
(4)L B.
3 visits since they opened- 1 visit last month hoping for improvements over time The fried green tomatoes perhaps set the bar too high for the rest of the menu. They were the favorite of all the diners in my parties- the other dishes are very mediocre in comparison. Very loud if you are in the mood for that - the drinks were all well done though the staff does seem a bit "relaxed" rather than attentive
(2)Jason B.
Great food, very friendly service, and really kitchy in an upscale, casual, not expensive way. Yeah, this place was pretty awesome. When I first walked into Not Waston's I wasn't sure what to expect on the menu, or the impact that would have on my wallet. It had a modern chic style to it with tables spread throughout the restaurant and a long bar against the wall, but they also had a few big screen TVs which made it feel like a sports bar. There really isn't a single way to describe or categorize this place, and I loved it. The staff was friendly from the moment I sat down. I was there on a business dinner trip, but despite that I'm always sarcastic and tease people. The waiter jumped right in and helped me! He also answered every question I had about the menu items, but there was only one thing I wanted: chicken waffles. Sweet heaven on Earth, I'd never had chicken waffles before but I've wanted these ever since. The meal was cooked perfectly and only took about ten minutes to arrive. It was quiet and cozy inside. Sure, there were a lot of conversations happening all at once, the outer wall of booths are close to each other, but it wasn't overwhelming. It was dark once I got here so the place felt cozy and romantic, so this is a great place to bring a date. Not sure about a first date because once she has those chicken waffles she might run off with the chef. TIP: Had I mentioned the chicken waffles? They are a regional food not found in many restaurants, even in the south, so get these while you can. I don't even like waffles myself, but these were amazing.
(4)J H.
Favorite place to take my dog here. They are so accommodating. Appetizers here are delicious.
(5)Kaushik G.
We were driving through Knoxville and stopped here on a whim. What a good decision that was. Our server was very helpful and friendly. Our food was delicious. I had the creole pasta and my wofe had the veggie wrap. The pasta was perfect with good chunks of alligator meat. My wife's wrap was very flavorful which is normally not the case with veg food. All in all I will definitely visit again.
(4)Naomi G.
I had the device and it was delicious. However, when I returned, I had the Parisian burger and it was not so good. And yes, their hand cut fries are not crisp. I hope to go back and maybe third time's the charm.
(3)Jamie B.
Great atmosphere. A little pricey. Me and my husband came in for brunch. I had a bloody Mary.. Which was great! I also ordered the chicken and waffles--pretty amazing. My husband got the ultimate bacon cheese burger with pimento cheese. He said it was awesome!! We had been wanting to come here for a while, glad we did.
(4)Janine A.
This place has so much potential! If only they could get the staff on point (we were without a server for a good 20 min at a slow time) and turn off the TVs- it would have a much better ambiance.
(3)Brian G.
This is my new favorite place to get fish and chips in Knoxville. Skip the house martini though.
(4)Deborah M.
Husband and I hit this place up on a rare date night. He ordered the short ribs, which were superb. I couldn't resist the chicken and waffles, which came with watermelon sprinkled with a spice blend. Tasty! The chicken was good, but the cheddar waffles really made the dish special. Portions were kind of insanely large but I don't complain about leftovers. The drink menu is really nice though and that disco lemonade? That situation made my night! Service was kind of meh, nothing special. Good food, great drinks. That floor is insanely slippery which becomes a consideration after a few of those great drinks, as well as the limited bathroom facilities.
(4)Luke P.
A nice little spot in market square. Not So Old Fashion and fried pickles. Fried pickles are spears but the batter makes up for it. Not So Old Fashion was perfect. I split a chili Mac n cheese and a philly with a friend. Everything was perfect. 10/10 will visit again.
(5)Mike M.
One of the best Philly Steak Sandwich I've had outside of Philly. Authentic with bread and meat from Philly! Onions and peppers were delivered on the side but I'd prefer them fully integrated with the sandwich in the kitchen. The French toast was quite good, however I had to ask three times for butter. Atmosphere has a good vibe but the decor contains no soft materials so the noise level is high.
(4)Jessica C.
A friend and I came into Not Watsons for dinner last night with our two toddlers for dinner while I was visiting in Knoxville and we had a great experience! Our server (I believe her name is Lindsay) was very sweet and helpful and our food came out quickly! We each ordered an organic turkey burger and her daughter had kids grilled cheese and my son had the kid burgers... Fries for everyone. Our burgers were amazing! And the kids loved their food too! Both of them gobbled it right up! The fries are perfect! Seriously one of the best quick meals I have had out in a very long time. Plus the staff was just genuinely kind and that is always such a plus when you are dining out with children. I will for sure be going back when we come into Knoxville again!
(5)Mario E.
We decided to try this place out based on recommendations of friends. I tried the Creole pasta that was decent, the pork lion is fabulous, the salmon was my friends favorite choice as well. Good place to try when you are in Knoxville.
(5)Samantha R.
This new gem to Market Square was just what the square needed! Went here with a group of 10 ladies and had a wonderful time. The food was delicious, the drinks were just right and the waitstaff were wonderful!! I'll definitely be frequenting this spot!!
(5)Greg O.
A very nice place to dine as a couple. Great atmosphere & drink specials. The food is delicious & a bit spicy.
(4)Julia H.
My mother still remembers when this place was for shopping, so when it opened I just had to check it out. They don't have quite the selection for happy hour specials as they Could, but the food makes up for that. The PBR. At $2 all day isnt bad either. My first time here I tried the grilled chicken salad. I had to box it up and take it home t was so big! The last time I was there I tried the black bean veggie burger.... Wowed by the hand made patty, and knowing I didn't need the whole burger with super tasty, sweet potato fries... I ate it all anyway!
(4)Adam S.
We stumbled on this place a couple of weeks ago while looking for a place to eat in Market Square. After looking at the menu, we decided to try. In 2 weeks we have been back 3 times. We think the Fried Green Tomato appetizer is one of the best appetizers in Knoxville. We've ordered pan seared scallops, burgers, Buffalo chicken sandwiches, and a Chicago dog. We have not had bad food or service yet. Twice we've been served by a guy in a kilt, and he is a great server. Our only complaint so far is that the food comes out so fast, you don't get enough time to enjoy multiple adult beverages. We will be regulars even though we live out west.
(5)David G.
Had their turkey blue cheese burger. Caramelized onions, bacon, gluten free bun. Side was yummy sweet potato fries. Also ordered slaw. $3 per extra side. A little pricey, but fantastically good.
(4)Terri L.
Visited here for lunch. It was just okay. Not bad, but not great. My chili was lukewarm, and the salad was kind of bleh. Whatever. I won't return.
(3)Jen R.
We were happy to find this new spot downtown, it had a really cool "feel" to it and the food was delicious! We stopped in for dinner, they were busy but managed to seat us pretty quickly. Our server came by by & got us situated with drinks really fast. I got the fish & chips and was really happy with how great it turned out, kind of the perfect pub meal. My husband got a burger & it was amazing, they use really good grass-fed beef & you can definitely taste the difference. The burger was cooked perfectly as a medium rare too, sometimes that's hard to find. All in all, it was a win & we'll be going back for sure. Next time, I think I'll get the chicken & waffles, the table next to us had it and it looked delish! Stop in, you'll thank me later!
(5)Jen L.
Let's just say...I hope since it's new the Owner's are still working out all the kinks. The food menu selection was average if you're wanting upscale bar food. The Deviled Eggs were good, but nothing to write home about. The rest of the food we ordered (turkey & regular burgers) was just average. As far as service goes, our waitress was new, so we gave her the benefit of the doubt. However, when she repeated back our order, yet still messed it up and forgot to bring correct side and drink refills after being reminded twice...I'd rate the service as an epic fail!
(3)Evan M.
Excellent menu and speedy service. They have a great selection of creative burgers, brats, sandwiches, and some of the best fish n chips I've had. I also recommend the deviled eggs with "redneck caviar".
(4)Lacy M.
Quickly becoming my new favorite downtown eatery. Food is incredibly cooked and presented with care and the prices are unbeatable in One of Knoxville's best areas for entertainment. Great brunch specials and creative delicious burgers! You gotta go.
(5)Margaret S.
Awesome salad and burger, great service. Looking forward to coming back for the chicken and waffles!
(5)Joe S.
Updated interior and decent menu, but execution is so-so after three visits. I work a block away and have been with customers. The Philly is as good as anything in town. Chicken and waffles - Bland. Fries, so-so. Burger, ok, not amazing. Most frustrating thing is the need to blast music at lunch when you are trying to have a business lunch. I understand the staff likes louder music and it seems hip, but I don't see a bunch of kids paying $12-14 + for lunch plus tip so why not make the sound reflect the demographic/price point.
(3)Ingmar B.
The hostess was awful. I thought perhaps she was just having a bad day but after reading other reviews I'm guessing she's an example of nepotism gone bad? ?? I asked to sit outside and have my table cleaned. The latter never happened. Cleaned it myself. Wait staff seems good second time around and food mediocre. First time here was just prior to Tday. Enjoyed the best burger in years and excellent service and that was during the weekend lunch peak; it's late afternoon presently. With a sample size of two I'm being stingy with two stars but then again I've been waiting for my bill since a few minutes prior to starting this review and I relish an exceptional burger and consistency.
(2)Scott W.
AhI tuna. Sandwich was great. Staff very helpful. Need a larger craft beer selection.
(3)Chris G.
WORTH THE VISIT! My wife and I visited the restaurant this past weekend and instantly fell in love...with the restaurant. The restaurant was very busy but you would not know from the experience. Service was very attentive and the food was great. We started with the Deviled Eggs, which were very good. My wife ordered the Ahi Tuna Burger which we LOVED. I say we because both dishes we ordered ended up being split pretty evenly. The other dish that we ended up splitting was the Braised Short Ribs. Can't wait to go back!
(5)J B.
I've eaten here three times since they opened, and have to say I loved my experience twice and liked it once. The fried green tomatoes are the best I've ever had...interesting mix of pimiento cheese, tomato jam and country ham. Yum! The Philly was exactly that. Authentically good...they say the bread is from Philly and the steak is from Philly...and I believe them. Burger was awesome (just as good as their neighbors if you ask me) and was actually cooked medium! Had salmon the last time, and it was good, although the sauce wasn't really my thing. More a personal preference than a bad dish. I'll be back!
(5)Zack G.
Great, attentive service. I've been here about four times now and each time the food has been great, the waitstaff and bartenders have been attentive, and the host/hostess has been prompt in getting my party a table. They make fantastic cocktails, have a nice selection of beer, and their food is delicious. Gary must have went to a different place than I and my friends/family did.
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