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Amelia Gene's, Memphis, TN

Amelia Gene's

4.8 (562)
$31 to $50
American
255 S Front St, Memphis, TN 38103-3802

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
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.

We are proud to offer an extensive wine list thoughtfully curated by our team. Should you wish to bring in a bottle not currently featured on our list, a corkage fee of $25 per bottle will apply, with a maximum of two bottles per party.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary French / American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (901) 686-5051
  • Website
    http://www.ameliagenes.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nate Henssler
  • Catering
    https://www.ameliagenes.com/private-dining-form<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Designed to make every moment special & every gathering unforgettable. We are dedicated to ensuring that every aspect of your experience meets your highest expectations, from our crafted menu to the cherished memories you’ll take away. See for yourself why Memphis Magazine named us one of the city’s most exciting new dining spots in 2024.
  • Location
    255 S Front St, Memphis, TN 38103-3802
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Front Street + M.L.King Jr. Ave.
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's Tasting Menu

    $60.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    In addition to our regular menu, enjoy a rotating five-course tasting menu—exclusively available Thursday evenings—featuring the freshest seasonal ingredients sourced locally. Designed by Chef Nate Henssler, each course highlights hyper-seasonal, complementary flavors, ensuring an element of surprise and exceptional service guides you through a unique dining experience. For an additional $30, enhance your tasting experience with a curated wine pairing, thoughtfully selected to complement each course. Whether you consider yourself a regular, a culinary adventurer or prefer to be guided by the chef, join us.
    Chef's Tasting Menu Photo

  • Sunday, May 11th - Celebrate Mother’s Day

    $25.00 - $80.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    This Mother’s Day, honor the remarkable women in your life with a dining experience that’s as special as they are. Our 5-course pre-fixe menu highlights seasonal ingredients and refined flavors, creating a dining experience that delights from the first bite to the last. *the pre-fixe is the only menu offered on Mother's Day* ✨ $80 Per Adult (11 & older) Course 1: Amuse Bouche Course 2: Choice of Arancini, Blackberry Oyster, or Steak Tartare. Course 3: Choice of Avocado & Prawn Salad, Asparagus Soup with Snow Crab, or Crispy Burrata with Seasonal Greens. Course 4: Choice of Malfadine with Chicken Confit, Petit Filet with Thoughtful Accompaniments, Seabass with Herb Emulsion, or Creamy Risotto. Course 5: Choice of Sorbet, Carrot Cake, or Chocolate Cream Pie. 🍽️ $25 per Child (Ages 10 & under) Course 1: Amuse Bouche – A fun and flavorful start. Course 2: Choice of Watermelon Salad or Kid’s Salad with Ranch. Course 3: Choice of Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Mac & Cheese, or Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce. Course 5: Choice of Sorbet, Carrot Cake, or Chocolate Chip Cookies. To ensure a seamless experience for all guests, this is the only menu available on Mother’s Day—substitutions, modifications, and à la carte options will not be offered. ✨ Reservations are required We believe that great hospitality is about more than exceptional food—it’s about creating moments that stay with you long after the evening ends. We can’t wait to welcome you and your family for a Mother’s Day celebration filled with warmth, connection, and memorable flavors.
    Sunday, May 11th - Celebrate Mother’s Day Photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 562 people are saying

Amelia Gene's 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Best Ambiance

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Innovative

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Hot spot

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Great for fine wines

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Lively

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    American

  • Memphis

    Best Ambiance

  • Memphis

    Innovative

  • Memphis

    Hot spot

  • Memphis

    Great for fine wines

  • Memphis

    Lively

  • Memphis

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Amelia Gene's in downtown Memphis offers an exceptional dining experience, praised for its "outstanding service" and "amazing food." Guests love the "unique menu offerings" and "beautiful ambiance," noting that every visit feels like an "experience." The restaurant's cocktails and desserts, like the "carrot cake," are highly recommended.

562 Reviews

  1. katie

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in Memphis. It’s a splurge but worth it!

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  2. April

    Memphis/West TN1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. Amazing service. Lovely staff. Ambiance is amazing. There’s nothing bad i can say about this place!

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  3. Jp

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great job here…. Well done. I work in hospitality and my group was truly impressed.

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  4. Lawrence VIP

    Memphis/West TN11 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Did not like the food. Cheese cart was good. We got the Steak Tartare and it was presented well but the flavor was nonexistent. Served the tartare on a giant fried potato square and the flavors don't go well together. Bog & Barley's steak tartare is better. The amuse bouche was a bell pepper soup and it was by far the tastiest thing we had. My wife had the corn dusted fried oysters and it was served on a fried beignet. Again, flavors, textures all wrong. I had the risotto and it was oversauced and sour with pieces of crunchy cabbage in it. Why? Texture and flavors all F'ed up. Would not go back.
    Amelia Gene'sResponded today
    Hi Lawrence, Thank you for dining with us and for taking the time to leave such detailed feedback. I’m truly sorry to hear the food didn’t meet your expectations, but I appreciate you mentioning that the service was a bright spot—we take great pride in that. I also want to thank you for speaking with me personally. Not every dish is going to be for everyone, but it means a lot that you’re open to coming back in. I’m looking forward to helping you find something on our menu that’s more in line with your tastes. We care deeply about every guest who walks through our doors, and I look forward to getting it right with you. When you return, please don’t hesitate to ask for me—I’d love to personally welcome you back. Warmly, Jessica Henssler General Manager, Amelia Gene’s

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  5. Brandon

    Memphis/West TN4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Reservation; seated within a minute. The smaller pre sampler from the Chef was a nice touch. The food was top notch. Excellent steak. The menu could be clearer. Staff was attentive. Looking forward to trying another creation.

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  6. Eve VIP

    Atlanta118 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Such a great meal! Our server was awesome and the food was amazing. Sea bass was delicious and filets was perfect. It was noisy after more people arrived, but a delightful evening.

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  7. Stephen

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time we’ve dined at Amelia Gene’s, the experience has been fantastic from the food to the service. Everything is 10 out of 10 and highly recommended. 

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  8. Luis

    Chicago9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and great food. Everything was excellent.

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  9. Delynn

    Memphis/West TN10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved everything about this place. The food, the wine, the staff, the whole vibe. Everything was spectacular and the attention to detail was on point! Will definitely be back again and again!

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  10. Pete

    Memphis/West TN10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good and we will return. Valet parking during a nearby concert made it easy.

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FAQs

Amelia Gene's is rated 4.8 stars by 562 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Amelia Gene's

255 S Front St, Memphis, TN 38103-3802

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Front Street + M.L.King Jr. Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary French / American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nate Henssler
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.ameliagenes.com/
  • Phone number
    (901) 686-5051
  • Catering
    https://www.ameliagenes.com/private-dining-form<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Designed to make every moment special & every gathering unforgettable. We are dedicated to ensuring that every aspect of your experience meets your highest expectations, from our crafted menu to the cherished memories you’ll take away. See for yourself why Memphis Magazine named us one of the city’s most exciting new dining spots in 2024.
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