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The Wine Cellar at Flight Restaurant
Price: Expensive•American•4.9(528)Coming Soon!Chez Philippe - The Peabody Memphis
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(952)Serving Afternoon Tea, Wednesday - Sunday, and Dinner, Thursday - Sunday.
Seasonal, local, sophisticated. Experience a culinary journey in Chez Philippe. Modern American cuisine meets French presentation in four courses or a seven course Tasting Menu by Chef Keith Clinton and Executive Pastry Chef Konrad Spitzbart.
Located off the Grand Lobby of The Peabody Hotel, Chez Philippe is the MidSouth’s only Forbes Four-Star and AAA Four-Diamond rated restaurant and has been honored with the “Award of Excellence” from both Distinguished Restaurants of North America and Wine Spectator magazine. USA Today named Chez Philippe the #1 "Best Hotel Restaurant" in the country in both 2023 and 2024.
Vegetarian Tasting Menu available upon request. Please advise of any food allergies or dietary restrictions when making your reservation. Reservations recommended.
The Capital Grille - Memphis
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(2,400)Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.McEwen's on Monroe
Price: Moderate•Southern•4.8(2,179)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.
Itta Bena
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Southern•4.8(4,996)Located on the third floor of B.B. King's Blues Club overlooking historic Beale Street you will find Itta Bena "A unique delta experience". Whether entering from our private Second Street entrance or walking through the secret hall from inside B.B. King's Blues Club, Itta Bena is sure to capture your senses. The experience is further heightened when you step inside and find yourself surrounded by rich wood floors, vaulted ceilings, deep golden hued chandeliers and the faint sound of the bustling street below. Touching all the senses, we enrich your evening by offering a delta inspired menu of robust flavors and clean presentation. Itta Bena is a complete overwhelming of the senses that you must experience for yourself.Capriccio Grill Peabody Hotel - Memphis
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.2(1,716)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.
Brunch, served on Saturdays and Sundays, includes biscuits and brunch beverages served tableside, choice of starter and entree, along with an assortment of bite-sized desserts from the Peabody Pastry Shop.
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- DDewanMemphis / West Tennessee •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoEverything was great from food to service our server Tony was awesome very attentive and paid attention to every detailMore infoTexas de Brazil - MemphisPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Memphis•4.7
- DDawnLondon •28 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoAmazing meal, wonderful service. Fun choices with the flights. Loved it highly recommendedMore infoFlight Restaurant & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown•4.9
- EErickMemphis / West Tennessee •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoGreat meal! Great service! Thanks Bert and Joe for a wonderful evening!!!More infoMcEwen's on MonroePrice: Moderate• Southern• Downtown•4.8
- DDeniseMemphis / West Tennessee •5 reviews5.0Dined on Jul 19, 2025We had good food, vibes and atmosphere. What more can you ask for. Awesome timeMore infoThe Wine Cellar at Flight RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown•4.9
- SSidLos Angeles •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jul 17, 2025Derrick was awesome. He made sure our visit was amazing.More infoCapriccio Grill Peabody Hotel - MemphisPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.2
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Memphis has a bustling downtown area that offers visitors plenty of high-quality eats. For example, you'll find some of the best meat-oriented dishes in the whole South. Popular options include fried chicken, hearty barbecue meals and stuffed sausage. Those who love meat dishes simply have to try out one of the local comfort food diners. In addition, there are many different Mexican restaurants in the area for fans of tacos, burritos and more. Most local restaurants focus on traditional fare. During your visit, you should get at least one traditional Memphis breakfast, which generally includes country ham steak, grits and a short stack of pancakes.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Downtown Memphis include Amelia Gene's, Mahogany River Terrace and Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Downtown Memphis are Itta Bena, Amelia Gene's and Chez Philippe - The Peabody Memphis
Bottomless brunch in Downtown Memphis is available at Mahogany River Terrace, Docks Off 5th and Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town
The most romantic restaurant in Downtown Memphis is Porch & Parlor Prime Steakhouse
Restaurants in Downtown Memphis with a great view include Mahogany River Terrace, Itta Bena and Porch & Parlor Prime Steakhouse
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