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McEwen's on Monroe, Memphis, TN

McEwen's on Monroe

4.9 (2155)
$30 and under
Southern
120 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN 38103

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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%3D
  • 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.
  • 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, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

McEwen's on Monroe's menu was last updated on 2/19/2025.

Dinner Menu

Apps

  • BBQ Duck Confit Enchiladas$15.00

    Pepper Jack Cream Sauce

    • Baked Brie$14.00

      Honey Truffle Vinaigrette & Seasonal Compote

      • Buttermilk Fried Oysters$26.00

        Black Pepper Mignonette & Sriracha Aioli

        • Purple Hull Pea Hummus$11.00

          House-Made Flatbread, Olives, Capers, Tomatoes

          • Sausage & Cheese Plate$18.00

            Pickled Vegetables, Candied Pecans, House BBQ, Creole Mustard, Club Crackers

            Small Plates

            Big taste

            • Seared Ahi Tuna$28.00

              Carrot Ginger Puree, Seaweed Salad, Roasted Cashews

              • Short Rib Pasta$22.00

                Braised Beef Short Ribs, Parmesan Cream, Port Wine Reduction, Truffle Oil

                • Pulled Pork Sliders$15.00

                  House-Made Smoky Pimento Cheese, Apple Slaw, BBQ Aioli

                  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts$16.00

                    Blue Cheese & Toasted Pecans

                    • Roasted Carrots$16.00

                      Maple Raspberry Dressing, Sweet Orange Ricotta & Herbs

                      • Pan Seared Crab Cakes$20.00

                        Citrus Remoulade, Fresh Arugula

                        Salads

                        • Iceberg Wedge$14.00

                          Applewood Smoked Bacon, Fresh Tomato, Pickled Onion, Bleu Cheese Dressing

                          • Caesar Salad$9.00

                            Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Herb Croutons, Grana Padano, Classic Caesar Dressing

                            • Feta Salad$15.00

                              Mixed Greens, Dried Cherries, Candied Pecans, Basil, Feta, Blackberry Vinaigrette

                              • McEwen's House Salad$9.00

                                Fresh Greens, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Aged Red Wine Vinaigrette

                                • Goat Cheese Salad$13.00

                                  Bonnie Blue Farm Goat Cheese, Arugula, Poached Pears, Pretzel Crumbles, Creamy Honey Orange Dressing

                                  Entrees

                                  • Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass$45.00

                                    Orange Tamari Glaze, Miso Broth, Shitake Mushroom Risotto, Sauteed Spinach

                                    • Pan Seared Red Fish$36.00

                                      Roasted Garlic & Crab Cream, Cashew and Swiss Polenta, Roasted Broccolini

                                      • Sweet Potato Crusted Catfish$29.00

                                        Creole Honey Mustard, Macaroni and Cheese, Spicy Braised Collard Greens

                                        • Grilled Salmon$32.00

                                          Citrus Habanero Creme Fraiche, Blueberry Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus

                                          • Creole Spiced Braised Pork Osso Bucco$36.00

                                            Stone Ground Cheddar Grits, Spicy Collard Greens

                                            • Grilled Beef Tenderloin$45.00

                                              Ruby Port Demi-Glace, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Crispy Bacon & Scallions, Grilled Asparagus

                                              • Grilled Ribeye$43.00

                                                Porcini Demi-Glace, Roasted Horseradish Potato and Brussels Sprouts Hash, Grilled Asparagus

                                                • Free Range Chicken Breast$29.00

                                                  Sweet Onion Marmalade, Bacon & Butternut Squash Risotto, Sauteed Spinach

                                                  • Trust Me Vegetarian Plate$28.00

                                                    Freshest Market Ingredients Available Creatively Prepared to Order

                                                    Desserts

                                                    • Banana Cream Pie$9.00

                                                      Chocolate & Caramel Sauce

                                                      • Key Lime Pie$9.00

                                                        Whipped Cream

                                                        • Cheesecake$9.00

                                                          Chef's Choice

                                                          • Creme Brulee$9.00

                                                            Vanilla Bean

                                                            • Warm Chocolate Brownie$9.00

                                                              Chocolate Glaze & Vanilla Ice Cream

                                                              Last updated: February 19, 2025

                                                              What 2,155 people are saying

                                                              McEwen's on Monroe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                              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
                                                              • 4.8Ambience
                                                              • 4.7Value

                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                              Loved For

                                                              • Memphis / West Tennessee

                                                                Best Overall

                                                              • Memphis / West Tennessee

                                                                Best Value

                                                              • Memphis / West Tennessee

                                                                Innovative

                                                              • Memphis / West Tennessee

                                                                Good for groups

                                                              • Memphis / West Tennessee

                                                                Healthy

                                                              • Memphis / West Tennessee

                                                                Romantic

                                                              • Memphis / West Tennessee

                                                                Good for special occasions

                                                              • Memphis

                                                                Best Overall

                                                              • Memphis

                                                                Best Value

                                                              • Memphis

                                                                Innovative

                                                              • Memphis

                                                                Good for groups

                                                              • Memphis

                                                                Healthy

                                                              • Memphis

                                                                Romantic

                                                              • Memphis

                                                                Good for special occasions

                                                              Review summary

                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                              McEwen's on Monroe is celebrated for its "attentive service" and "outstanding food." Diners rave about innovative dishes, particularly the sea bass and duck enchiladas. With a cozy ambiance, it's ideal for date nights or family gatherings. Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and "delicious desserts" like the banana cream pie.

                                                              2,155 Reviews

                                                              1. John VIP

                                                                Memphis / West Tennessee8 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Always enjoy McEwens. The food and service are great. I visit many restaurants and the ownership team know how to run a business. Don’t miss it.

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                                                              2. Rich VIP

                                                                Memphis / West Tennessee8 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 4 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                It was a late dinner, but perfect for us. Food was wonderful, service great, bar drinks excellent.

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                                                              3. Clifford

                                                                Miami - Dade70 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 7 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                A great place Great Waiter You must try this place … one of best in Memphis

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                                                              4. Greg VIP

                                                                New York City6 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined on May 20, 2025

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Attentive service and outstanding food. The menu was innovative and interesting.

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                                                              5. Kelli

                                                                Baton Rouge / Lafayette9 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined on May 18, 2025

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                The service was wonderful. Our table shared 3 appetizers. The brussel sprouts were the favorite. The entrees were phenomenal, except for the chicken. The yellow snapper special was the table favorite!! The sea bass was perfectly seasoned. Dessert and coffee was enjoyed and we were not rushed.

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                                                              6. Ruth

                                                                San Diego24 reviews

                                                                3.0

                                                                Dined on May 11, 2025

                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                2. Food 2
                                                                3. Service 2
                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                Disappointed mcewens was out of their famous banana pie. We came there for dinner and wanted the pie for dessert. Service was efficient but not friendly. Large portions, sea bass dinner was very salty.

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                                                              7. Stephanie

                                                                Memphis / West Tennessee1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined on May 10, 2025

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                Always great food and great service. You don’t feel rushed. The staff is all very friendly and accommodating.!

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                                                              8. Stuart

                                                                Las Vegas9 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined on May 10, 2025

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                We enjoyed comfortable seating in an active but not noisy environment, prompt service and exceptional food. One person had a perfectly prepared steak, another delicious seafood. Outstanding were the banana cream pie and chocolate brownie desserts. One improvement would be if they had told us in advance about the valet parking availability.

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                                                              9. Darryl

                                                                Memphis / West Tennessee1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined on May 9, 2025

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Extremely good food and excellent service. I have dined at McEwen’s many times and it never disappoints.

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                                                              10. Eimir VIP

                                                                Memphis / West Tennessee18 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined on May 6, 2025

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                One of the best restaurants in the city and a downtown jewel!

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                                                              McEwen's on Monroe is rated 4.9 stars by 2155 OpenTable diners.

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                                                              2 people
                                                              7:00 PM
                                                              Booked 9 times today
                                                              Google Map for McEwen's on Monroe

                                                              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
                                                              • Price
                                                                $30 and under
                                                              • 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, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                              • Website
                                                                http://mcewensmemphis.com/?y_source=1_MzA3ODUwMTktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
                                                              • 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.

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