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DINING IN MEMPHIS
The Peabody Memphis
Capriccio Grill
An Italian steakhouse specializing in U.S. prime steaks and chops from the national top purveyor, Ruprecht’s of Chicago. Fresh lobster and seafood are delivered daily. And the menu is rounded off with aromatic pasta dishes from La Bella Italia. The Capriccio Grill has received the DiRoNA Award. Call 901/529-4199 for reservations.
Chez Philippe
Winner of the AAA Four Diamond Award and the only Mobil Four-Star gourmet restaurant in the Mid-South presents an international menu of French cuisine. French-Asian cuisine is known for combining traditional French presentation and techniques with Asian ingredients. The cuisine is inventive ad blends complex flavors. Located just off the Grand Lobby, Chez Philippe is open Tuesday through Saturday, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Call 901/529-4188 for reservations.
Peabody Deli & Desserts
Serving morning coffee, continental breakfast, light meals of salads and sandwiches and specialty desserts. The Deli is open daily from 6:30 a.m.
Automatic Slim’s - 83 South 2nd Street - 901/525-7948
Expect hip decor and great food at this restaurant, which serves up tasty Caribbean and Southwestern dishes. Sit at the bar and have one of the many flavors of martinis. The best seats, though, are by the window (with a view of the Peabody) and on the mezzanine. As for the food, the Voodoo Stew is a standout, with big chunks of seafood in a lusty sauce. Other specialties include the Coyote Chips potato chips with a red pepper sauce as well as the Coconut Mango Shrimp and the various polenta dishes. The lunch menu features large sandwiches, such as salmon on sourdough bread. Serving Lunch 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.; Dinner 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
The Butcher Shop - 101 South Front Street - 901/529-0856 www.thebutchershop.com
Since 1982, The Butcher Shop has built its powerful reputation by serving the finest hickory charcoaled steaks cut from the highest quality grain-fed beef direct from the Midwest. Beef at The Butcher Shop is aged four weeks before being skillfully hand cut by the "in house" butcher. In addition to tender and juicy steaks, The Butcher Shop offers fresh fish, pork chops, 24 hour slow roasted Prime Rib, chargrilled marinated chicken and fresh pasta. Tremendous steaks, excellent service, fair prices and a comfortable atmosphere make The Butcher Shop the prime choice for your evening out. Prices $14.00 - $30.00. Hours 5:00 p.m. till, seven days a week.
E.P. Delta Kitchen & Bar - 126 Beale Street - 901/527-0166 www.epdeltakitchen.com
It has long been said that the Mississippi Delta runs from the lobby of the Peabody Hotel in Memphis to the lobby of the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans. The geographic span takes in several states and a lot of food specialties. E.P. captures some of the highlights of that food and presents these outstanding recipes on a seasonal basis. Today's Mississippi Delta regional cuisine is filled with southern accents, Cajun and Creole accents along with current interpretations of the dishes. This region's exciting cuisine is constantly changing and evolving partially because of better communications and a greater availability of quality ingredients. Prices $15.00 - $28.00.
Felicia Suzanne’s - 80 Monroe Avenue - 901/523-0877
www.feliciasuzanne.com
Chef Felicia's philosophy of food is evident in every dish she serves. She changes her menu seasonally to insure the freshest ingredients available and to take advantage of the region’s abundant offerings: Tennessee tomatoes, Arkansas peaches, Mississippi catfish, Louisiana crawfish and seafood from the Gulf. Her food choices also come from other parts of the country. She has salmon and halibut flown in daily when in season. She utilizes local farmers as purveyors for quail, pork and grain. Her 'test kitchen' is at work on an on-going basis creating new dishes and honoring familiar favorites. Prices $26.00 - $36.00. Hours 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
King’s Palace Café - 162 Beale Street - 901/521-1851
www.kingspalacecafe.com
King’s Palace Café has the old time Beale Street atmosphere of good food and good music. King’s Palace Café has a large dining room and a lazy outdoor patio, also the Jazz Room for live Blues and Memphis Music featuring Charlie Wood on the Hammond B-3 nightly. King’s Palace Café serves Cajun cuisine ranging from Shrimp & Crawfish Etouffee, Blackened Catfish, Voodoo Potatoes, Jambalaya and many more. They also have pasta dishes, such as Shrimp Velvet, which is large butterfly shrimp on a bed of linguini with a mildly spiced cheddar cheese sauce, and many more pasta choices. King’s Palace Café also has Memphis Style (hickory smoked) BBQ Ribs, and New York Strips, Bacon Wrapped Filets, and Salmon Steaks (which are lightly smoked and grilled to perfection). Prices $15.95 - $22.95. Open for lunch and dinner seven days and nights a week.
Lolo’s Table - 128 Monroe Avenue - 901/522-9449
www.lolostable.com
LoLo's Table, voted best new restaurant in Memphis in 2005 by several publications, is a relaxed casual fine dining venue in downtown Memphis. Dine on Chef Blake Payne's regional classic creations that include hints of Asia and Latin America. Prices $12.00 - $23.00. Lunch Monday – Friday 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; Dinner 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
McEwen’s On Monroe - 122 Monroe Avenue - 901/527-7085 www.mcewensonmonroe.com
A bistro-like atmosphere and service make McEwen's one of downtown's most comfortable restaurants. The chef makes lunch and dinner different as, well, day and night. While lunch offers a wide array of excellent sandwiches, salads and business entrees, dinner leans toward the more elaborate and inventive. Retaining a slightly funky veneer, it continues to be the flash point for Southern food raised to new and unusual heights. The knowledgeable and attentive staff are always ready to "go the extra mile" to ensure your dining experience is one that will be remembered for some time to come. Prices $20.00 - $30.00. Lunch Monday – Friday 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.; Dinner 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Pat O’Brien’s - 310 Beale Street - 901/529-0900
www.patobriens.com/memphis
The home of the Blues and the Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll can now claim another legend. Pat
O'Brien's Memphis is a replica of the famous New Orleans bar and restaurant and promises to be a favorite of locals and tourists alike. Just like its counterpart in the French Quarter, the Memphis location has a sing along Piano lounge with copper top pianos, Main Bar, Restaurant and elegant Private Party facilities. The unique architecture of New Orleans is preserved throughout the complex, complete with a wrought iron balcony overlooking Rufus Thomas Drive and beautiful French doors on historic Beale Street.
Rendezvous - 52 South 2nd Street - 901/523-2746
The entrance to the Rendezvous is located behind 52 South 2nd Street in an alley of downtown Memphis. On a typical weekend night, that alley is full of customers waiting to be seated in the world-renowned restaurant. The Rendezvous offers some of the best barbecue in the city with flavors inspired by Greek heritage combined with classic barbecue taste. While its dry ribs have made it famous, the restaurant also features a fabulous pulled pork sandwich with Rendezvous’ distinctive barbecue sauce. Prices $7.25 - $17.50. Hours Tuesday – Thursday 4:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.; Friday 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Stella - 39 South Main Street - 901/526-4950
www.stellamemphis.com
Innovation coupled with fabulous flavors, an exceptional wine list, and a commitment to gracious and friendly service make Stella Downtown Memphis's hottest new dining destination. Featuring the cuisine of John Kirk, one of the South's most talented up-and-coming chefs, Stella's food can best be described as global contemporary with a Southern flair. While drawing from regions all around the world, Chef Kirk's food always retains touches of his Delta roots. Prices $28.00 - $42.00. Dinner is served Monday through Saturday beginning at 5:30 p.m.
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