Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Memphis

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Memphis? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Napa Cafe

5.0

5 (1815)

$31 to $50

American

East Memphis

About the restaurant

Open since 1998, Napa Café is tucked away in a pleasant corner of Sanderlin Centré. Owner Glenda Hastings restaurant has received numerous awards and accolades, including Best Wine List, Best Business Dinner, and Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence. With its polished yet inviting interior, captivating artwork and distinctive cuisine, Napa Café elicits superlatives from first-time visitors, as well as from the guests who return again and again.

Top review

WayneVIP

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

Delicious food, and terrific service in a very nice environment.

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The Wine Cellar at Flight Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (486)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Rebecca

Dined 3 days ago

We had a wonderful evening. We were seated immediately. Food was delicious and staff was so accommodating!

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Popular dish

Wild Boar Tenderloin

Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (9872)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

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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Katy

Dined 6 days ago

Very fun, upscale dining experience. They serve the meals in "flights" so instead of one big cut of meat, you'll receive 3 smaller plates. I got to have 3 oz of a delicious grouper, 3 oz of sea bass, and 3 oz of steak. What a dream! Also, same concept with the dessert menu. YUM. Great service from a team who seemed very passionate about providing a top-tier experience. Highly recommend.

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4.9

4.9 (5633)

$31 to $50

American

East-Bartlett / Collierville / Germantown

About the restaurant

Aptly named for its locale, Southern Social nestles up to the old Southern Railway’s historic Germantown Depot and sits adjacent to Southern Avenue.

Owners of downtown Memphis’ Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar have opened Southern Social. The top tier fine dining restaurant will reflect the high standards established at Flight.

The restaurant features a chef-inspired menu, offering fresh seafood and prime steaks. Southern Social brings exceptional specialty cocktails and Flight’s award-winning wine selections.

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Sarah

Dined 2 days ago

AMAZING !! We went to celebrate a friend and they went above and beyond!

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Blackened Shrimp Pasta

Simon's

4.8

4.8 (159)

$31 to $50

American

Jackson

About the restaurant

Located in Bolivar, Tennessee, in the heart of Hardeman County, Simon’s provides an exceptional experience from the moment you walk in the door until the moment you leave. Our staff will provide excellent food, beverage, and service that will bring you back wanting more. Along with our menu featuring hand-cut steaks, shrimp, locally sourced catfish, and much more, we feature a full service bar with an extensive wine list, local craft beer selections, and spirits along with hand crafted specialty cocktails. For our warmer months, we have a patio which will feature local and regional live music.

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TammyVIP

Dined on Nov 16, 2024

The food was perfect and plenty of it. Our server never let our glass get empty. Food came out very timely. Staff is so nice!

Amelia Gene's

4.8

4.8 (419)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Amelia Gene’s, Downtown’s finest dining experience, welcomes a contemporary, globally inspired palate artfully designed to impress. Fine wines, classic cocktails, proper bites, and a can’t-miss cheese cart transport diners through a culinary journey with distinct hospitality that can only be found in this state-of-the-art, reclaimed space in Downtown Memphis.

Our menu emphasizes seasonality and a dedication to ingredient-driven preparations. Our Chef's culinary philosophy is characterized by restraint, allowing the innate qualities of the ingredients to eloquently express themselves. Our establishment is located adjacent to the Caption by Hyatt Hotel.

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AlVIP

Dined 2 days ago

For sure this is the “premier “ restaurant in the Memphis area. Service is immaculate, food is beautifully plated and the flavors will wake up your taste buds and make you smile. Chef Nate is a master in the kitchen and Jessica navigates the dinning room making sure you’re well taking cared of . Amelia Gene has became our favorite restaurant to enjoy great cuisine with family and friends . I highly recommend you visit and enjoy this gem in downtown Memphis .

Seasons 52 - Memphis

4.7

4.7 (4053)

$31 to $50

American

Memphis

About the restaurant

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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Jim

Dined today

I need bonus points for review. So it was good the waitress was attentive.

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Popular dish

Ahi Tuna Tartare

Popular dish

Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops

Popular dish

Avocado Toast

Wilson Cafe

4.6

4.6 (49)

$31 to $50

American

Wilson

About the restaurant

In harmony with the seasons, the cuisine at Wilson Cafe celebrates the exceptional local bounty of the Delta and its environs. Our menus honor the Delta land, farms, and wines from our Napa Valley vineyards with dishes that reflect the region’s diverse cultural influences and rich pastoral traditions. Our talented chefs pay tribute to the area’s remarkable agricultural heritage and mark the pace of nature with ingredients fresh from The Grange gardens and the surrounding communities.

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Suzanne

Dined on Nov 16, 2024

The food was amazing. The mixed drinks not so much. We will eat there again soon.

Complicated Pilgrim

4.5

4.5 (255)

$30 and under

American

Midtown / Cooper

About the restaurant

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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Jordan

Dined 5 days ago

All the servers and bartenders and managers were fantastic. The restaurant and entire street corner experienced a bit of electricity issues and there were no hiccups at all. A great Christmas Eve dinner! Thank you for being open!

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Popular dish

Brussels Sprouts

Esco Memphis Restaurant & Tapas

4.4

4.4 (185)

$30 and under

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Nikita

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

Always a great experience at Esco service is great drinks are a plus

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