NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Ocean Prime will open at Nashville Yards on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, bringing a polished, seafood-forward dining experience to Music City. Designed for the way Nashville gathers, the nationally acclaimed concept from Cameron Mitchell Restaurants pairs fresh seafood flown in daily and a made-from-scratch kitchen with elevated hospitality built around a simple standard: “Yes is the answer. What’s the question?”
“For more than a decade, we’ve been searching for the right opportunity to bring Ocean Prime to Nashville because we wanted the right fit for our brand, our team and the city,” said CEO and Founder Cameron Mitchell. “Ocean Prime is built on exceptional food, genuine hospitality and a commitment to our associates, and Nashville is a city that values all three. I’m proud of the team that will bring this restaurant to life and create a place guests can count on for an exceptional pre-show dinner, client gatherings or milestone celebrations with the level of service those occasions deserve."
As Nashville continues to grow, so does the demand for restaurants that deliver the full package: standout food, genuine hospitality, an atmosphere that feels intentional and a location that makes nights out feel effortless. Ocean Prime has earned its reputation through exceptional cuisine and elevated hospitality, backed by an associate-first culture that helps deliver the kind of service guests remember and return for. From fresh seafood and prime steaks to a polished wine and spirits program, every detail is designed to deliver an unforgettable dining experience.
Ocean Prime Nashville will be located at Nashville Yards at 990 Signal Crossing, Nashville, Tenn. 37203. The approximately 10,000-square-foot restaurant will include more than 370 seats, two large, covered terraces spanning 2,400-square-feet, and two private dining rooms that can accommodate 8 to 12 guests or 35 to 45 guests.
Steve Weis, Cameron Mitchell Restaurants’ vice president of development, added: “Nashville Yards is an ideal setting for Ocean Prime. “It sits at the intersection of downtown’s business community and live entertainment, and the walkability and energy of the neighborhood align perfectly with how guests use Ocean Prime, from pre-show dinners to private events.”
For reservations visit ocean-prime.com. Follow @oceanprime and @oceanprimenashvilleyards on Instagram and @oceanprime on Facebook.
ABOUT OCEAN PRIME
Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an extraordinary experience with stunning settings, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, and a Wine Spectator honored wine list. Every Ocean Prime restaurant is uniquely designed to capture the energy and elegance of each city – making it an unmatched destination to socialize, talk business, celebrate, and indulge. Each restaurant also offers a private dining experience ideal for an elegant private dinner, hosting a small group business or social event, or memorable celebration.
Guests can expect best-in-class hospitality from passionate and knowledgeable associates coast-to-coast. Embracing its midwestern roots, Ocean Prime places the highest value on their people. The company cares deeply about delivering authentic hospitality and believes that every member of the team is essential to creating a memorable Ocean Prime experience. Ocean Prime empowers associates to say “Yes is the answer. What is the question?” Guests can experience Ocean Prime in 21 locations around the country: Beverly Hills, Boston, Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Denver (Tech Center and Larimer Square), Detroit, Fort Lauderdale, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Naples, Nashville, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Sarasota, Tampa and Washington, D.C. Visit Ocean-Prime.com or follow @oceanprime on Instagram and @oceanprime on Facebook.
ABOUT CAMERON MITCHELL RESTAURANTS (CMR)
Founded by Cameron Mitchell in 1993, Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, LLC (CMR) has built a diverse portfolio of varied concepts, ranging from multi-location upscale destinations to single neighborhood favorites. Today, CMR operates 51 restaurants company-wide under 20 different concepts, with 23 locations in Columbus, Ohio, including Budd Dairy Food Hall. In addition, Cameron Mitchell Premier Events, the premier catering and event planning company in central Ohio, oversees three venues in Columbus. The national Ocean Prime brand has 21 locations in 15 states plus the District of Columbia, with an upcoming location opening in Nashville, Tennessee in 2026. The Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern, a sister company of CMR, currently operates 17 locations in three states. CMR and the various concepts have received numerous culinary, leadership, entrepreneur, community service and readers’ choice awards. For more information, visit CameronMitchell.com.
In October 2025, Cameron Mitchell was inducted into the Culinary Institute of America’s Hall of Fame, one of the highest honors in the culinary world, recognizing his contributions and leadership in the industry. Additionally, the CIA dedicated the entrance gate to the Alumni Walk of Fame as Mitchell Gate, recognizing Mitchell’s active support for the college.
As seen on CNN, Forbes and Smart Business, Mitchell shares his story and the wisdom he has gained through the years in his book ‘Yes is the Answer. What is the Question?’, available at ShopCameronMitchell.com.
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