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Napa Cafe

4.8
4.8
1585 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
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.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 21 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Fusion / Eclectic

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (901) 683-0441

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Catering

    For smaller or medium-size business dinners.

  • Private party facilities

    Holds up to 65 guests, no room fee; equipment available.Rehearsal Dinners, Wedding Receptions, Business Dinners, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Retirement Parties, Graduations, & more.

  • Private party contact

    Glenda Hastings: (901) 683-0441

  • Neighborhood

    East Memphis

  • Cross street

    North of Poplar, between Mendenhall and White Station

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,585 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Best Overall

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Best Food

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Best Value

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Neighborhood gem

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Great for fine wines

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Good for special occasions

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    American

  • Memphis

    Best Overall

  • Memphis

    Best Food

  • Memphis

    Best Value

  • Memphis

    Neighborhood gem

  • Memphis

    Great for fine wines

  • Memphis

    Good for special occasions

  • Memphis

    American

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  1. CeeCee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Halibut was superb. Lovely evening. Danielle was excellent server.

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  2. MorganW

    Memphis/West TN

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another wonderful dining experience, this time for our anniversary dinner. There were special touches added to our table, and the ambiance of the restaurant was perfect for a romantic dinner. The staff is very personable and attentive. We will be back.

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  3. MikeS

    Memphis/West TN

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We consistently have excellent experiences here!A very relaxing atmosphere with outstanding food and service!

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  4. ShaylaK

    Memphis/West TN

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing as always!! Glenda, the owner, is phenomenal!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My experience was amazing from time time I walked in til the time I left. I will be back!

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  6. AudreyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was one of the best meals I have had in the city of Memphis! I ordered a vegetarian plate that was not on the menu and it was divine. Melt in your mouth tofu over sauteed spinach and black rice with green beans and carrots. It was amazing. There was live music but it was muted and perfect. Not too loud so you were able to have a normal conversation but still enjoy the wonderful music.

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  7. MemphisBuckeye

    Memphis/West TN

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always enjoy dinners at Napa Cafe, and tonight was no different. Diverse, fun wine list, well-prepared and flavorful food, and solid service. Always a bonus to get a chance to chat with Glenda! The smooth-jazz performer was an excellent addition to the evening also! The soups are always great, and the potato-crusted halibut entree was fantastic.

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  8. julesandsteve

    Chicago

    87 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    87 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We always enjoy our meal and experience at Napa Cafe! It is a wonderful restaurant!

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  9. SJCG

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    we asked advice for a bottle of wine and we settled on the bottle but they told us it was $45. It took us a while to decide so it was a bummer when they came back and said it was $65. I think they should have offered it to us for 45 or even 55 just to avoid us starting all over to find a bottle of wine. Also the waiter spoke to softly

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  10. ChariseCook

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    I LOVE Napa Cafe. It’s one of my favorite places. The food is always excellent. I brought my mother in to celebrate her birthday and Mother’s Day. The food, live music, drinks, our server and the ambiance was excellent. Only complaint was it took about 45 minutes for us to receive our food. Good thing we had live entertainment and drinks.

    1 person found this helpful

  11. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Portions were very small for the price. Nice ambiance, but a little loud with the music.

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  12. PatM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Lovely restaurant with excellent food and top wait staff.

    1 person found this helpful

  13. RobinG

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Nice place to dine and the food was good. Just one suggestion please repair the air. The restaurant was very warm.

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  14. GerrinW

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great time all around thanks for making my girls birthday great.

    1 person found this helpful

  15. PaulB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had not been to Napa Cafe in several years. What we found was a great restaurant with great food, maybe even better than our first visit years ago. the service was excellent as well. We would recommend for sure.

    1 person found this helpful

  16. JamesG

    Jackson Hole

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Rick was great. The food was excellent. Would recommend this place.

    1 person found this helpful

  17. Book

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Service was a little slow, despite the early hour. We waited a bit for initial greeting, drinks, etc. The food was really good, but would have liked more attentive service. Also...it was really COLD. I requested they adjust the temperature, but it only got colder throughout the meal. Overall, it was good, but I don't think I'll be back again soon.

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  18. ANai

    Las Vegas

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Napa Cafe never disappoints Great food and great service Sara our server was fantastic The owner stopped by the table and added a personal touch that makes this restaurant unique and very enjoyable. I will definitely be back!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I made reservations for my Husband Birthday. He was so surprised. It was our first time there and will definitely be back.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have been pleased every single time I have dined at Napa Cafè

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  21. DanH

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The only meal in a long time worth the money......very good service !!!!!

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  22. Maury

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    My only complaint was that my steak was a bit overcooked.

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  23. BruceS

    Raleigh

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I started with the tomato soup, and my recommendation is to not miss this when you dine at Napa Cafe! The yellowfin tuna special was flavorful, and the cauliflower mash with lentils finished the dish perfectly.

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  24. Savannah

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was AMAZING. We went with the specials of the night instead of menu items and they did not disappoint! It was a little loud due to prom groups, but it wasn’t too terrible. The service was incredible as well.

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  25. Lizzy

    Memphis/West TN

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We love Napa Cafe. It is our favorite go to restaurant. You can depend on great food & service. We had reservations this past Saturday evening. There was a little glitch in our table request but it all worked out. The owner, the hostess young ladies, and the waiter bent over backwards to make sure we had an enjoyable evening. Thank you Napa Cafe!!!

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  26. Jimbo

    Memphis/West TN

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had dinner in wine room. Very private and quiet. Will do again.

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  27. RebeccaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful place to eat dinner with friends. We were a group of 8 so we were placed in the party room. I liked it was quieter in there and we could comfortably converse.

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  28. TGlide

    Memphis/West TN

    46 reviews

    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service!! The lamb special was superb. Excellent wine list.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love going to Napa Cafe. The food is always great. Our wait staff did an excellent job and they are all so pleasant. Would highly recommend.

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  30. Mike1962

    Memphis/West TN

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Fantastic! We had Jan’s room and couldn’t have been happier with the ambiance and service. The shrimp and grits were some of the best I’ve had. I recommend this restaurant as a great elevated neighborhood spot for a dinner out with family or a date with someone special (if you get Jan’s room)

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  31. AngelaS

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an amazing first time experience at Napa Cafe! My daughter and I were there celebrating together. The staff and service was fantastic, the food was sooo delicious and beautiful presentation (she had the salmon and I had the scallops), and loved the love jazz music! I definitely hope to be back!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love everything about this place definitely going back . I had the shrimp and grits and it was AMAZING!! 🔥

    1 person found this helpful

  33. Chris

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was impeccable. The atmosphere was beautiful. Perfect for our 6th wedding anniversary. Jan was awesome. We want to thank you for the delicious food and time at we enjoyed.

    1 person found this helpful

  34. MorganW

    Memphis/West TN

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Made reservation for an impromptu birthday dinner for a friend. The 4 of us all ordered different entrees from the menu, and nothing we ordered disappointed. The drinks and desserts were also fantastic. Our server, Hunter, took great care of us throughout the meal, and the hostess was lovely as well. We will be back!

    1 person found this helpful

  35. BeckyB

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the vibe in the main dining room. Food and service were great.

    1 person found this helpful

  36. mtwhite

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We very much enjoyed the food and the service. The restaurant is pretty loud but we were able to be seated in the wine room where the noise level was much quieter.

    1 person found this helpful

  37. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was absolutely fantastic!! My Husband had the Halibut and I had the Seared Scallops, for dessert the Creme Brulee...Superb!!!!

    1 person found this helpful

  38. Mphs

    Memphis/West TN

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love eating at Napa Cafe. All of the servers are great- the last two visits we have had Jan- she is a great server, very attentive and super nice! We always HAVE to get an appetizer. The baked crab dip is delicious, but it is a very small portion for the price. The fresh bread and butter-so delicious! The entrees are always fresh tasting and served at the appropriate temperature as the dish should be served. Then there is dessert. Anything you choose is awesome but our favorite is the praline pecan ice cream pie!! Delicious! Great place to eat and you will not be disappointed. ; )

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  39. Anonymous

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved the food, atmosphere, and service. We had cream of shitake mushroom soup, Thai steak & baked crab dip for appetizers, spinach salads, and halibut and sea bass for our entrees before capping off the night with the chocolate paté. We also had the Dasher cocktail. I cannot begin to tell you how AMAZING this food was and how kind of attentive the servers were. I haven't had an experience like that in a LONG time, and I love that Glenda came by to check on all of her guests. We had a wonderful date night, and can't wait to go back!

    1 person found this helpful

  40. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday. Great food and service and ambiance. Special decorations and Jan is fantastic waitress

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Napa Cafe does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Napa Cafe also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (901) 683-0441.

Napa Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 1585 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Napa Cafe

5101 Sanderlin Ste. 122, Memphis, TN 38117

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    North of Poplar, between Mendenhall and White Station

  • Neighborhood

    East Memphis

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Fusion / Eclectic

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (901) 683-0441

  • Catering

    For smaller or medium-size business dinners.

  • Private party facilities

    Holds up to 65 guests, no room fee; equipment available.Rehearsal Dinners, Wedding Receptions, Business Dinners, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Retirement Parties, Graduations, & more.

  • Private party contact

    Glenda Hastings: (901) 683-0441

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