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A photo of Complicated Pilgrim restaurant
4.5
Awesome(272)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown / Cooper
Booked 9 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(2845)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Memphis
Booked 35 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.
A photo of Char - Memphis restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2479)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Memphis
Booked 39 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.
A photo of Mahogany River Terrace restaurant
4.3
Awesome(200)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 72 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.
A photo of Tsunami restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(822)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Memphis
Located in the heart of Cooper Young, a historic Midtown restaurant and retail destination, Tsunami is a Pacific Rim-inspired restaurant where guests can feel like globetrotters from the comfort of their own table. Award-winning owner and Chef Ben Smith fuses various ethnic cuisines—from Asia and the South Pacific to France and the American South—to create unique and flavorful small plates and seafood specialties.The cozy restaurant, adorned with local art and handmade accents, offers a unique bar centerpiece with fine wines and liquors, local draft beers, and daily-rotating specialty cocktails.Consistently named “Best Seafood Restaurant” in the Memphis Magazine and Memphis Flyer, coveted Tsunami entrées including a spice-crusted tuna with wasabi vinaigrette, beef tenderloin with smoked chile butter, and roasted seabass with black Thai rice and soy beurre blanc.
A photo of Itta Bena restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(4882)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Southern • Downtown
Booked 38 times today
Itta Bena is a cozy restaurant with a unique ambiance. The rich wood floors, vaulted ceilings, and golden hued chandeliers provide a warm and inviting atmosphere. The reviews consistently highlight the 'charming ambiance' and 'relaxing atmosphere' that create a cozy and comfortable environment. One reviewer even described it as a 'special occasion only restaurant' due to its unique and intimate atmosphere.
A photo of Amelia Gene's restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(474)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 21 times today
Amelia Gene's is a cozy spot with a mix of old and modern charm, as one reviewer put it. It's got a fanciness that a new construction can't match. It's got a great ambiance, and the service is attentive and friendly, making it a place you'll want to return to. The food is also highly recommended, and the space itself has been described as 'spectacular', 'dark', 'sexy', and 'moody'. It's a top-tier dining experience, and a must-visit for anyone in the Memphis area.
A photo of The Wine Cellar at Flight Restaurant restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(497)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 9 times today
The Wine Cellar at Flight Restaurant is cozy due to its relaxing and intimate ambiance as described in the reviews. It's often referred to as a 'cozy spot' or 'extremely intimate'. The reviews also mention the 'relaxing and quiet setting' and the 'elegant and intimate atmosphere', making it a perfect place for a date night.
A photo of McEwen's on Monroe restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2121)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 9 times today
McEwen's on Monroe is described as a place you long to come back to again and again, with a relaxed atmosphere and charming personality. Customers praise the restaurant's great food, excellent service, and wonderful ambiance. The reviews describe it as a pleasant and cozy place, perfect for a comfortable dining experience.
A photo of Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2728)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Downtown
Booked 13 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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  • JohnVIP
    Memphis / West Tennessee •75 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We made reservations for Valentines Day several weeks in advance and were surprised there was a special menu! Although We were a little disappointed we couldn’t get some of our favorite dishes, the menu was excellent and the dishes were creative. We started with appetizers, the crudo and the shrimp. The crudo was great, although something on the plate brought the HEAT! The shrimp were well seasoned and the broth was scrumptious and did not go to waste. For entrees we had the ribeye and the triple tail. The ribeye was a generous portion, Perfectly cooked. The potato cakes were crisp, and the mushrooms added a nice textural contrast. The triple tail portion was a little small, but the accompanying salad and beet puree were very filling. Finally for dessert I had the strawberry cakes. The cake was nice and light, but that icing was decadent! The winner of the night was the waffle. I hope that becomes a regular addition the to the menu. Our server Lee was wonderful. We were also happy to have even seated in a booth, giving us a little more of a private dining experience. Thanks for a great night!
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    The Beauty ShopPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Memphis
    4.7
  • Jenna
    Memphis / West Tennessee •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Ja was our waiter and he was so kind and very attentive. It was Valentine’s Day and Char was busy, but we never felt neglected. The crab cakes were amazing as always… my steak entree was perfectly cooked. My husband’s duck was a little more rare than he wanted but we were pleased nonetheless. We will be back!
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    Char - MemphisPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Memphis
    4.7
  • Marcus
    Memphis / West Tennessee •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I had a wonderful dining experience here on Valentines Day 2025. The parking is about 300 feet from the door but they offer a complementary shuttle service as well as valet for $20. Upon entry I was immediately greeted by the host and sat after my reservation was confirmed. Everything that was ordered came to the table within five minutes or less and it was not just our sever helping but a team effort. Amber was our sever and she was very attentive, I was surprised to find out she was GM just helping out for the day. From the perspective of the customer the restaurant was running efficiently and you could not tell they were short staffed. The food came out hot and fresh and was delicious. I was also surprised that cocktails were moderately priced and they were all under $12. We also had a table by the window with added to the abeyance. Great service, food, and experience on a busy day; I was pleasantly surprised and impressed:
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    Mahogany River TerracePrice: Expensive• Southern• Downtown
    4.3
  • Carl
    Memphis / West Tennessee •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We went for pre-Valentine lunch. I had a wonderful chicken salad and my husband had the redfish over grits. Both were yummy. I later met up with the sales manager of whom I wanted to meet regarding my birthday and other stays. He was so kind I think his name was Brian, but thanks complicated pilgrim for your excellent service even though it looks as though there was one waitress acting as a bartender as well, but very capable thanks again
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    Complicated PilgrimPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown / Cooper
    4.5
  • LewisVIP
    Memphis / West Tennessee •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 8, 2025
    Always love visiting this restaurant. Jeff always takes great care of all his customers.
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    TsunamiPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Memphis
    4.9
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