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1. Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar
4.9
Exceptional(9821)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 74 times today
Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar is a full service restaurant with multiple dining selections for a guest to enjoy in a single dining experience. Flight offers the finest service featuring a knowledgeable wait staff from which guests can gain valuable insight to enhance their dining experience.Flight offers several distinct dining options: On the main floor, there is the hustle and bustle of friends and business people gathering together. The bar is a welcoming place for those dining alone to meet friends yet unmet, or for those who want a quick bite. On the balcony level, the booths and small tables, some overlooking Main Street, offer more privacy for business or a romantic date night.Please check The Wine Cellar at Flight Restaurant for additional dining options.
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2. Texas de Brazil - Memphis
4.5
Awesome(5327)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Memphis
Booked 72 times today
Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.
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3. Chez Philippe - The Peabody Memphis
4.9
Exceptional(852)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 2 times today
Seasonal, local, sophisticated. Experience a culinary journey in Chez Philippe. Modern American cuisine meets French presentation in four courses or a seven course Tasting Menu by Chef Keith Clinton and Executive Pastry Chef Konrad Spitzbart.Located off the Grand Lobby of The Peabody Hotel, Chez Philippe is the MidSouth’s only Forbes Four-Star and AAA Four-Diamond rated restaurant and has been honored with the “Award of Excellence” from both Distinguished Restaurants of North America and Wine Spectator magazine. In 2023, USA Today named Chez Philippe the #1 "Best Hotel Restaurant" in the country.Serving Afternoon Tea and Dinner, Thursday through Sunday.Tasting Menu carefully curated by the culinary talents ofChef Keith ClintonExecutive Pastry Chef Konrad SpitzbartVegetarian Tasting Menu available upon request. Please advise of any food allergies or dietary restrictions when making your reservation. Reservations recommended.
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4. McEwen's on Monroe
4.9
Exceptional(2088)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 16 times today
McEwen’s on Monroe is passionate. Passionate about food, passionate about wine, and passionate about creating a place you long to come back to again and again. An eclectic blend of styles with the largest emphasis on Southern food raised to new and unusual heights. Lunch offers a wide array of excellent sandwiches, salads and business entrees, while dinner leans toward the more elaborate and inventive. Our commitment to a relaxed atmosphere and charming personality has enabled McEwen’s on Monroe to become one of Downtown’s most comfortable restaurants. Employing a knowledgeable and attentive staff always at the ready. In addition to the bar and dining room, our wine cellar is available for parties up to 20 people.
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5. The Wine Cellar at Flight Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(481)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 6 times today
The Wine Cellar at Flight Restaurant is a perfect spot for special occasions. As the reviews say, it's 'perfect for a date night', 'perfect for a special night out', and 'perfect for a business meeting'. The ambiance is intimate and beautiful, and the food is exceptional. The service is consistently commended as 'impeccable', adding to the overall special dining experience. Even more, they offer complimentary champagne for anniversaries, making it a memorable place for special occasions.
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6. Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town
4.5
Awesome(2685)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Downtown
Booked 16 times today
Combine guests’ favorite recipes of 46 years as a revered Memphis dining establishment with extraordinary chef-created offerings, and you have the popular, award-winning Paulette’s Restaurant.Paulette's superb food, professional service, and warm atmosphere are consistent and unsurpassed. Tender steaks, fresh fish, Sunday Brunch, hot popovers with strawberry butter, and amazing desserts have afforded the restaurant national fame. As one food critic put it, “Paulette’s is a Memphis institution and for a very good reason.”Paulette’s is known as Memphis’ most charming and attractive restaurant with an unparalleled ambiance and the most appealing river setting. It blends beautifully into the scenic, much acclaimed, planned community of Harbor Town. It’s accessible by way of oak tree lined North Parkway, which continues past the Pyramid and over the Willis Bridge spanning the Wolf River Inlet.
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7. The Beauty Shop
4.7
Exceptional(2801)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Memphis
Booked 30 times today
Due to Covid regulations and our assurance of social distancing, we have decided to incorporate, The Beauty Shop, our sister music club, Bar DKDC, our newest Back Dō Oasis Patio behind the Beauty Shop and our patio out front of the Beauty Shop. In addition to the two outdoor igloos, we also now have multiple greenhouses outside to assist in social distancing and outdoor eating even during cold or rainy weather. These can be reserved via outdoor table bookings.This is one way we can keep social distancing in place and still give all of you a great experience when you come back to see us.We are looking forward to seeing all of you! We are doing everything we can to make sure your dining experience is comfortable and safe.
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8. Docks on Beale
new
(0)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
DOCKS ON BEALE is excited to join the Memphis food scene on the iconic Beale Street. Similar to its Baltimore & NYC locations guests can expect an unforgettable dining experience with Instagram-worthy dishes, drinks and décor. At Docks we always say "the camera eats first". We will be open for brunch & dinner seven days a week. Docks will be a new go-to spot for celebrations, special occasions, and private events for locals and visitors.The elevated, but approachable space will feature a unique family-friendly menu that takes on flavors of old world and new world dishes and adds an artistic twist. A signature bar will offer mixologist-inspired takes on classic favorites while still boasting an impressive list of more traditional cocktails. Docks' impressive decor includes a magnificent faux tree with a 20-foot spawn of greenery that will be focal points in the dining room surrounded by plush velvet banquettes, ivy and plenty of social media-worthy photo opportunities.
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9. Folk's Folly Prime Steak House
4.8
Exceptional(2727)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Memphis
Booked 27 times today
Folk's Folly Prime Steak House is a go-to place for special occasions, according to several reviews. Customers praise its exceptional service, delicious food, and impressive atmosphere. One reviewer even mentioned having a private dining room for their anniversary, which adds to the special occasion feel. Its high-end dining and quality food make it a perfect spot for celebrating special events.
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10. Char - Memphis
4.7
Exceptional(2428)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Memphis
Booked 19 times today
Experience modern Southern cuisine and excellent service in a warm, inviting atmosphere at Char. Our specialties include USDA Prime and Choice cuts of beef, along with seafood and shellfish roasted to perfection. Open for lunch and dinner daily, with weekday lunch specials and brunch every Saturday and Sunday. Dine-in, curbside pickup and delivery are offered.

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  • Deborahvip
    Atlanta Metro •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Flight is a must when visiting Memphis. Have you ever gone to a restaurant and couldn’t decide between two or three dishes..well this is your place. You don’t have to decide…just pick a flight of seafood, fish or game..flights of appetizers, desserts and of course wine. Great service and the food is terrific!
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    Flight Restaurant & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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    4.9
  • OpenTable Diner
    Memphis / West Tennessee •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Recommend using valet for parking - excellent service, waitress very knowledgeable about menu and options, delicious food!! Oh so good! Such flavor!!! Best I have had in a long time in Memphis!
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    McEwen's on MonroePrice: Moderate• Southern• Downtown
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    4.9
  • Jessica
    Greater Boston •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The afternoon tea was amazing! The brown sugar, cranberry cinnamon scones were so good! To top it off, the service provided by Riley, was was absolutely fantastic!!
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    Chez Philippe - The Peabody MemphisPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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    4.9
  • Amy
    Memphis / West Tennessee •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We had a great experience. We celebrated a birthday and an anniversary. The staff made it a special evening. Everything from champagne toasts to a birthday surprise . Everyone that spoke to us was aware of the special occasions we were celebrating and offered special wishes and congratulations. Our waiter was fantastic! Thanks for making our night so special .
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    The Wine Cellar at Flight RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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    4.9
  • Cynthia
    Memphis / West Tennessee •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The atmosphere was upscale. I love the variety at the salad bar. The majority of the meats were very tender, we enjoyed the Portuguese sausage, bacon wrapped chicken, parmesan steak, and the flank steak. The offered sides were delicious I would have liked some sweet tea, being that we are in the south. The rolls lacked flavor and color and I'm not just saying because I'm a trained pastry chef. Overall the table enjoyed the restaurant. Thank you and your great servers.
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    Texas de Brazil - MemphisPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Memphis
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    4.5

Discover best special occasions restaurants in Downtown

Searching for the perfect dining spot in Downtown Memphis for special occasions? Look no further! Our curated selection of restaurants in the heart of Memphis / West Tennessee offers an array of options that cater specifically to making your celebrations memorable. Whether you're planning a romantic dinner, an anniversary, or a lively gathering with friends, these establishments ensure a top-notch dining experience with their exceptional service, luxurious ambiance, and gourmet cuisine. Downtown Memphis is known for its vibrant dining scene that combines Southern charm with sophisticated culinary innovations. Each restaurant brings a unique flavor to the table, often featuring cozy speakeasy vibes, chic modern aesthetics, or a blend of both. From intimate settings to more expansive venues, the attention to detail in both menu creation and customer service is evident. These restaurants not only promise delicious meals but also create an atmosphere that’s perfect for making any occasion extra special.

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