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1. Capriccio Grill Peabody Hotel - Memphis
4.5
Awesome(1622)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 20 times today
No ordinary steakhouse restaurant, Capriccio Grill™ is known for having the best steaks in Memphis. Under the direction of Chef Andreas Kisler, steaks are flash-seared to seal in the juices and flavor producing the most succulent, flavorful steaks ever. Pasta dishes from "La Bella Italia" are cooked to al dente perfection and pizzas are wood-fired and served piping hot.Breakfast offers superb American and Southern specialties while the lunch menu features casual American fare like juicy burgers, hearty sandwiches, wood-fired pizzas and crisp salads.
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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. McEwen's on Monroe
4.9
Exceptional(2088)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 15 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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4. Curfew - Memphis
3.1
Good(649)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 8 times today
Curfew is the perfect fusion of a classic tavern feel with Spanish, American and Italian flavors. Unrestrained by conventionality, this elevated dining experience seamlessly blends bold ingredients, a welcoming décor, and a talented team dedicated to culinary excellence. Celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani brings his passion for hospitality to this incredible concept, combining authentic dishes with handcrafted cocktails and locally-sourced beers. Located on the main floor of Memphis’ Canopy Hotel, Curfew is your new destination to gather for the big game, check out local artist or simply indulge your tastebuds.
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5. Mahogany River Terrace
new
4.0
Excellent(106)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 27 times today
Mahogany River Terrace offers an elevated dining experience featuring Southern cuisine with a Creole twist. Located in River Terrace, this restaurant is known for its warm hospitality, stylish ambiance, and delectable soul food. Signature dishes include fried chicken, seafood pasta, jambalaya, and more. The menu showcases fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and traditional Southern techniques, while offering a variety of classic and contemporary options. With an inviting atmosphere and friendly service, Mahogany Memphis provides a perfect spot for a memorable meal with friends, family, or a special occasion.
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6. Esco Memphis Restaurant & Tapas
4.4
Awesome(174)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 32 times today
Experience Culinary Excellence at ESCO Memphis! Indulge in a culinary journey where dining becomes an art form. Signature Dish: Delight in Chef P's masterpiece, Blackened Catfish, a culinary work of art that captures the essence of ESCO Memphis' creativity. Nearby Landmarks: Located in the heart of the city, ESCO offers easy access to iconic landmarks like the Fedex Forum and steps away from Beale Street, providing a perfect backdrop for your dining experience. Atmosphere: ESCO's ambiance is an enchanting blend of chic sophistication and inviting comfort. Whether you seek an intimate, romantic evening or a lively gathering with friends, our setting caters to all occasions. Join us at ESCO Memphis and immerse yourself in a world where dining is elevated to an art form. Reserve your table now to savor the ESCO experience, where every meal is a masterpiece and every visit is a memorable celebration of taste and aesthetics.
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7. B.B. King's Blues Club - Memphis
4.6
Exceptional(1915)
Price: Moderate
• American • Memphis
Booked 9 times today
**NEWLY RENOVATED**Walk in Basis only after 5:30pm daily! Established in 1991, this is the original B.B. King’s Blues Club located in Memphis, Tennessee, the home of American blues music, legendary musicians, famous barbecue. With live entertainment every night of the week – from authentic blues to classic soul and rock and roll – and a menu full of Southern favorites, the club is a popular destination spot on Memphis’ historic Beale Street. The club offers a full menu comprised of a variety of the South’s most delicious comfort foods influenced by flavors from New Orleans all the way to the Mississippi Delta. You MUST stop in for our award winning ribs that are some of the best in town! The intimate restaurant and live music venue has some of the finest local entertainment in town live on stage nightly as well as national touring performers.Please call the group sales line for large parties and catering/delivery needs at 901.202.9114.
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8. The Beauty Shop
4.7
Exceptional(2801)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Memphis
Booked 29 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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9. Complicated Pilgrim
4.5
Awesome(245)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown / Cooper
Booked 8 times today
Located at the cultural heart of Overton Square, Complicated Pilgrim is an ideal respite for the weary traveler or local city slicker. Here our eclectic menu is served with a side of world-class service and a “door is always open” vibe. Enjoy local and regional fare inspired by our own distinctly Memphian perspective, paying special mind to fresh ingredients and partners who share our values of community and quality. Stop by the coffee-to-cocktail bar to get your day started and to end your night on a high note. Now serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.Complicated Pilgrim parking is located at the Overton Square Garage. We look forward to your visit.
A photo of Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town restaurant
10. Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town
4.5
Awesome(2685)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Downtown
Booked 15 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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