McEwen's on Monroe

Name: McEwen's on Monroe
Address: 120 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN, United States, 38103
Telephone: (901) 527-7085
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

1859 Reviews

$30 and under

Southern

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Southern
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Fri 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(901) 527-7085
Website
http://mcewensmemphis.com/?y_source=1_MzA3ODUwMTktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Joe Cartwright
Catering
McEwen's On Monroe specializes in lunch catering. Call 901.527.7085 or see catering description at http://www.mcewensmemphis.com/
Private party facilities
Our beautiful wine cellar seats comfortably up to 20 people. Please see Cellar description at our website www.mcewensonmonroe.com or call the restaurant at 901.527.7085. For larger groups please call the restaurant for other options.
Private party contact
Bert Smythe or John Littlefield: (901) 527-7085

Location
120 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
2ND & MONROE
Parking details
Valet parking for an $8 fee available Monday thru Saturday, 5:30 till close. Street and Public Garage parking available at all times.
Public transit
Main Street Trolley stop is less than half block from restaurant entrance. Trolley stop located at Monroe and Mid America Mall.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Baked Brie$11.00
Honey Truffle Vin drizzle Peach Compote on side Lil greens garnish Wrapped in filo
Cauliflower$13.00
*GF Gorgonzola Cream Buffalo Sauce House-made chips
Cheese Plate$18.00
Danish Blue Manchego Port Cheddar *GF - no crackers
Duck Enchiladas$13.00
2 rolls Pepper Jack Cream BBQ sauce drizzle
Fried Green Tom$13.00
Local corn and pepper salsa Lemon Horseradish Cream 2-3 big slices depending on size
Hummus$10.00
Purple Hull Pea House-made flatbread *Gf - no bread *Vegan - no bread
Noodle Bowl$16.00
4 oz. Cracked pepper Worchester aioli 3 bacon cheddar tots Tots cannot be sold as a separate side
Oysters$24.00
5-6 fried oysters Spicy Mustard Plum Sauce Champagne mignonette
Shrimp & Grits$16.00
*GF 4 jumbo shrimp Smoked Chili broth Cheddar grits
Sliders$15.00
2 sliders arugula, pimento cheese, caramelized onion, cracked pepper aioli, little balsamic glaze *GF - no bread
Special App$18.00
Veg Grit Bowl$12.00
*GF cheese grits, tomato, mushroom, roasted sweet onion, fried kale, house-made veg broth

App as Entree

Baked Brie$11.00
Cauliflower$13.00
Cheese Plate$18.00
Duck Enchiladas$13.00
Fried Green Tom$13.00
Hummus$10.00
Noodle Bowl$16.00
Oysters$24.00
Shrimp & Grits$16.00
Sliders$15.00
Veg Grit Bowl$12.00

Salads

Caesar Salad$9.00
*GF no crouton
Goat Chz Salad$12.00
Apple champagne vin Bonnie blue farm goat chz Grilled pears *GF sub crumbled goat chz
Mixed Green Salad$8.00
*GF greens Cucumber Tomatoes Pickled red onion Red wine vin
Soup$7.00
Tom Mozz$14.00
Wedge Salad$11.00
Applewood bacon Olive oil braised tomato Toasted pecan blue cheese dress *GF no crouton
Roasted Salad$12.00

Salad as Entree

Caesar Salad$9.00
Goat Chz Salad$12.00
Mixed Green Salad$8.00
Soup$7.00
Tom Mozz$14.00
Wedge Salad$11.00
Roasted Salad$12.00

Entrees

Catfish$28.00
Creole honey mustard Mac n cheese Greens Has an egg wash
Feature$38.00
Free Range Chx$28.00
*GF Mushroom marsala Reg mash Spin 20 minute dish min
Osso Buco$36.00
Cheddar grits Greens Braised for 3 hours in its own juices w peppers onions and creole spices
Redfish$34.00
*GF Creamy mushroom tomato sauce Cheddar grits Green bean
Ribeye$40.00
*GF Blue cheese butter Potato mushroom short rib hash Asparagus Can sub reg butter
Salmon$32.00
*GF Sorghum butter Pecan risotto Asparagus
Seabass$44.00
Orange soy glaze Miso broth Shitake mushroom risotto Spin
Seafood Pasta$27.00
Blackened fish Heirloom tomato cream sauce Spinach Parm Paoperdelle egg noodle
Tenderloin$42.00
*GF Ruby port demi glace Back and leek mash Asparagus
Veg Plate$27.00
Local vegetables *can be gluten free *can be vegan Ask for dislikes 20 min ticket minimum
3 Course Dinner$60.00
Small Butter Noodle$8.00
Veggie Pasta$25.00
Strip Feature$40.00

Dessert

BCP$9.00
Brownie $8.00
Cake/Cupcake Fee$2.00
Cheesecake$8.00
Crème Brulee$8.00
Key Lime Pie$7.00
Feature Cake$10.00

Side Items

Asparagus$5.00
Bacon Mash$7.50
Collard Greens$5.00
Dinner Veg$5.00
Grits$5.00
Hash$7.50
Mac & Cheese$5.00
Orzo$5.00
Polenta$5.00
Risotto Mushroom$5.00
Spinach$5.00

NA Bevs

Club Soda$1.00
Coke$2.75
Cranberry Juice$2.75
Diet Coke$2.75
Dr Pepper$2.75
French Truck Coffee$3.25
Ginger Ale$2.75
Ginger Beer$4.25
Hot Tea$3.25
Iced Tea$2.75
Lemonade$2.75
Mocktail$7.00
O.J.$3.25
Pineapple Juice$3.25
Shirley Temple$4.00
Sprite$2.75
Tomato Juice$2.75
Tonic$2.75
Topo Chico$5.25

What 1,859 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Memphis / West Tennessee
Best Overall
Memphis / West Tennessee
Best Service
Memphis / West Tennessee
Best Value
Memphis / West Tennessee
Good for business meals
Memphis
Best Overall
Memphis
Best Service
Memphis
Best Value
Memphis
Good for business meals

1,859 Reviews

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EricS
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Truly extraordinary food! Do not miss your opportunity to eat here.
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MarilynB
Cheshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great choice of food, nicely presented and delicious. Service was friendly but unobtrusive. Good choice of wines and spirits. Recommended
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MikeD
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service and food was excellent. The seafood red snapper special was superb as well as the banana cream pie desert. Will go back again.
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ArturoT
Kansas City
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
They accommodated a part of 22 with less than a days notice. The food was very good and came out together despite the size of the party. The cocktails were great too. I highly recommend.
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Rivieravixen
Los Angeles
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a great time at McEwans. Our server, Byrum, took such good care of us. Cocktails and wine were tasty. One of is vegan and had the Trust Me platter, she loved it. The Redfish was very flavorful and moist. We all had a good time.
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Hplaura
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food; very hip and modern interior; overall great experience; would highly recommend.
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ConnieKolo
Memphis/West TN
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic as always. This is one our favorites for everyday dining, special occasions, etc. You just can't go wrong. From our sever Chris to the Manager John and the bartender Amber, we had the best experience for our 25th Anniversary celebration! They have the best grilled salmon and butternut squash risotto and I get it every time. My husband has the featured item which was a perfectly cooked red snapper. We tried the duck enchiladas this time as an appetizer and they were absolutely fantastic. The bourbon, wine and beer selection is top notch as well.
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LynnH
Memphis/West TN
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had the Chile cauliflower entree and chocolate butter cake for desert. Both were delicious.
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JamesG
New York Area
82 reviews
vip
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
I’ve been here several times. Everyone enjoyed their meals. I had the chicken, it was a little cool in temp and a bit too salty for my taste. Nice setting but was very loud last night. Service was attentive. Decent wine list, a bit proud on some but value if you look. Worth a stop! We will be back! Memphis seems to have a high turnover of “good” restaurants this is a staple on our rounds when visiting.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience! Delicious food! Wonderful ambience! Very hospitable ownership and staff!
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Pete
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Short rib pasta is maybe the best dish available in downtown Memphis. Service is always great. If you’re into bourbon they’ve got a page long menu, as the owner is always hunting for bottles. Key lime for dessert was tangy & delicious.
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LeyaE
Philadelphia
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service. Try the shrimp and grits
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NeilH
Memphis/West TN
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual everything was great! Service, Food, Atmosphere!
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MarcieS
Tallahassee
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Travis and Leo took wonderful care of us! The food was impeccable as always!
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WalterO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful overall experience. Service, food and environment was great. We have a hard time finding a place that’s great food and service that’s not to loud to talk. This was a perfect balance of all. We will defiantly be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Memphis/West TN
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Completely delicious with great service. Lindsey was our waitress and paid great attention to each of her tables and specifically advised us on the menu and more. We usually come here for lunch but were even more impressed with the dinner we had. We will be coming back and asking for fabulous Lindsey!!
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angies
Nashville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is always great! Conveniently located downtown near the Marriott hotels, it is an easy two lock stroll to great cocktails and dinner
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great selections, fantastic food, impeccable service, very enjoyable experience
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OpenTable Diner
Memphis/West TN
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome dinner 👏we will b coming back with friends
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MeetMeInMemphis
Memphis/West TN
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our favorite places to eat in Memphis! Our red snapper and salmon were prepared perfectly. Our starter (baked Brie) featured a homemade blueberry compote that brought together all of the beautiful flavors. Love the ambience, service and experience - every time…
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Bless
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 24, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Chris was our Server ana he was fantastic. Meals were delicious. We enjoyed the drinks as well. McEwen was a YES and plan to return for another meal.
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HannahB
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
always good food, good service, and an excellent whiskey selection.
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Diane
Houston
89 reviews
vip
5.0
89 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent all around, first time there, would return!
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RetroRose23
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I found McEwen on Yelp as I was searching for a fine dining experience in Memphis during our stay. McEwen’s did not disappoint. My husband and I were celebrating our 25th anniversary and thanks to the staff at McEwen’s they made it a memorable evening for us. Our waiter, John Michael, was gracious from beginning to end and made great recommendations. Unfortunately we did not get the name of the owner/manager, but we enjoyed conversing with him throughout our dining experience. We enjoyed speaking with him more at the end of our meal. It felt like being amongst friends. Another thing we enjoyed was the music and quiet ambience. The food was amazing. We began with delicious cocktails. I had the Planters Punch your Lights Out (refreshing and tasty), my husband had a Jack & 7 …because when in Tennessee ! We then had an Iceberg Wedge & a Goat Cheese Salad…definitely some of the best we’ve had. For dinner my husband had the Creole Spice Braised Pork, while I opted for the Beef Tenderloin with Ruby Port Demi-Glace, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Crispy Bacon & Scallions, Grilled Asparagus. We had a delicious wine with our meal and finished the meal with a scrumptious Key Lime Pie brought to us with an anniversary candle and well wishes from a jovial female staff member. We will definitely recommend McEwen’s to anyone traveling to Memphis. One of the best dining experiences ever!
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JohnTravis
Memphis/West TN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food. The brussels sprouts was hands down the best I have ever eaten. Everyone at the table loved their food. (catfish, ribeye, salmon) The drinks were tasty, and the desserts were even better. Thank you for such a great birthday meal!
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hedonism
Chicago
33 reviews
2.0
33 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience5
Over priced for what it was. Food execution did not meet up to the expectations, especially for the high prices.
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JackD
Greensboro
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner with fabulous food and service! Highly recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Gracious and friendly. Informed wait staff without being stuffy or snooty. Exceptional bourbon and wine selection. Delicious food presented beautifully. Had a lovely evening.
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OpenTable Diner
Memphis/West TN
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely preshow dinner. The osso buco was the tops..melting in my mouth. The feature that day, the halibut, was perfectly prepared and its accompanying risotto was amazing. Staff...impeccable!!!
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BrianL
Chicago
43 reviews
vip
3.0
43 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience2
Second time I've dined here. It's good. Our server and the host were attentive and friendly. Nothing to complain about, but also nothing special. Zero ambiance, decent, passable food. My wife and I don't do seafood, and maybe this is more the restaurant's specialty? The meal was $135 with tip and we didn't do wine or cocktails. There are better options in the area in this price range.
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NAnd
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
McEwen's on Monroe never disappoints. Food from the creative menu is always very good. Service is excellent as well. It's one of my favorites for lunch or dinner.
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ArleenD
Chicago
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, great service. Fun bartender and good drinks!
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BradY
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great place and Service. Beef Tenderloin was fantastic
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JohnJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pleasantly surprised by McEwens. Everything was wonderful - the decor, atmosphere, service but most especially the food. We enjoyed 2 seafood meals that were paired with sides that complimented the fish. Simply delicious. If I were ever to return to Memphis again - doubtful - I would certainly be back at McEwens.
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LisaC
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every bite of our two meals was delicious! They were seasoned perfectly. The service was spot on. We would definitely come back if we're in Memphis again.
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YvonneC
Kent
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
So good to have food that wasn’t fried! The food was delicious, great drinks menu, amazing bourbon selection.
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Randy
Western NC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Going through Memphis on our way north we had a fabulous experience at McEwens. So going back south (home) we just had to stop in again and weren’t disappointed! Bert, one of the owners happened to be in and stopped by our table and told us a lot about the restaurant. I’m kind of a foodie guy so usually order the chef’s specials and they were really good. Nice wine list and a very good cocktail selection too.
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SteveH
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and didn’t disappoint. Our server was great. Great atmosphere. A win for our group!
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ccesq
Philadelphia
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice lace to eat. Great service every time.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food served promptly with friendly, informed and attentive service. Place seems to run on exceptional team work.
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FAQs

McEwen's on Monroe is rated 4.9 stars by 1859 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

120 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN 38103

Additional information

Cross street
2ND & MONROE
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Fri 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet parking for an $8 fee available Monday thru Saturday, 5:30 till close. Street and Public Garage parking available at all times.
Public transit
Main Street Trolley stop is less than half block from restaurant entrance. Trolley stop located at Monroe and Mid America Mall.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Joe Cartwright
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://mcewensmemphis.com/?y_source=1_MzA3ODUwMTktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(901) 527-7085
Catering
McEwen's On Monroe specializes in lunch catering. Call 901.527.7085 or see catering description at http://www.mcewensmemphis.com/
Private party facilities
Our beautiful wine cellar seats comfortably up to 20 people. Please see Cellar description at our website www.mcewensonmonroe.com or call the restaurant at 901.527.7085. For larger groups please call the restaurant for other options.
Private party contact
Bert Smythe or John Littlefield: (901) 527-7085

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McEwen's on Monroe

Make a reservation

Additional information

29 Memphis Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Cauliflower

Key Lime Pie

Osso Buco

Apps

Baked Brie$11.00

Cauliflower$13.00

Cheese Plate$18.00

Duck Enchiladas$13.00

Fried Green Tom$13.00

Hummus$10.00

Noodle Bowl$16.00

Oysters$24.00

Shrimp & Grits$16.00

Sliders$15.00

Special App$18.00

Veg Grit Bowl$12.00

App as Entree

Baked Brie$11.00

Cauliflower$13.00

Cheese Plate$18.00

Duck Enchiladas$13.00

Fried Green Tom$13.00

Hummus$10.00

Noodle Bowl$16.00

Oysters$24.00

Shrimp & Grits$16.00

Sliders$15.00

Veg Grit Bowl$12.00

Salads

Caesar Salad$9.00

Goat Chz Salad$12.00

Mixed Green Salad$8.00

Soup$7.00

Tom Mozz$14.00

Wedge Salad$11.00

Roasted Salad$12.00

Salad as Entree

Caesar Salad$9.00

Goat Chz Salad$12.00

Mixed Green Salad$8.00

Soup$7.00

Tom Mozz$14.00

Wedge Salad$11.00

Roasted Salad$12.00

Entrees

Catfish$28.00

Feature$38.00

Free Range Chx$28.00

Osso Buco$36.00

Redfish$34.00

Ribeye$40.00

Salmon$32.00

Seabass$44.00

Seafood Pasta$27.00

Tenderloin$42.00

Veg Plate$27.00

3 Course Dinner$60.00

Small Butter Noodle$8.00

Veggie Pasta$25.00

Strip Feature$40.00

Dessert

BCP$9.00

Brownie $8.00

Cake/Cupcake Fee$2.00

Cheesecake$8.00

Crème Brulee$8.00

Key Lime Pie$7.00

Feature Cake$10.00

Side Items

Asparagus$5.00

Bacon Mash$7.50

Collard Greens$5.00

Dinner Veg$5.00

Grits$5.00

Hash$7.50

Mac & Cheese$5.00