I had dinner, cocktails and desserts here. We didn't try any of the entrees but all of the appetizers and share plates we ordered were fantastic. I highly recommend the shrimp and grits and the bread pudding! Definitely coming back next time I visit Memphis. read more

Outstanding is the only way I can describe this Memphis hot spot. The food, atmosphere and incredible drink selections are out of this world. The food I sampled included the Buffalo Sliders, Shrimp and Grits, and Fish Taco's, all of which were great. The Alchemy Originals on the cocktail list all sounded great and seemed very interesting, and best of all they have several Pappy Van Winkle selections on their Bourbon list. I can hardly find this label anywhere while traveling. My visit was on a Saturday night and they were busy, get there early and watch the night unfold right before your eyes. I will send all who ask for recommendations in Memphis to Alchemy and the surrounding Cooper-Young district. read more

Love the constantly changing menu. Service is usually solid. Not as pretentious as some assume or feel. This place gets it

What a wonderful experience while visiting Memphis! We ordered the brussels, lamb ribs, lobster ravioli, fois gras, and Mac and cheese. Ended the night with the marquis and bread pudding. Caren and her staff showed us a great time while we sat at the kitchen bar viewing their skills. The dinner was delicious! If I return (since I'm from out of town), I'll stick to ordering dinner and passing on dessert. This crew has it mastered that really, I don't need a dessert! read more

I created a Yelp account just for the sake of this review. My mother and I were road tripping from Nashville back to Dallas, Tx, so we were dressed for that: jeans and simple blouses. The poor experience started with the host, who was exceptionally stuck up. We sat at our table for 10+ minutes, while multiple servers walked by our table, without being acknowledged before we chose to leave. I get that this is Cooper Young, but... how uppity can a place really be? read more

Me and my friend are here visiting and staying in an Air BnB down the street. We wondered in to Alchemy after seeing the happy hour sign and full patio, both good signs. Half off all drinks besides top shelf liquors and half off food besides main courses. Large menu of shareable/small plates. Got the wedge salad and the fish tacos. Both excellent. Got the No Name #4 cocktail and it was DELICIOUS!!! Would absolutely recommend to a friend and return to this place if I'm ever back in Memphis read more

Great small dishes and an inviting atmosphere. Reminded me of being in NYC. Try their mac and cheese or deconstructed ravioli. Strong drink menu. Good place to enjoy an evening their with friends. read more

Ordered alchemy and had it delivered tonight . The salad was literally a wedge of lettuce and nothing else. The grilled cheese sandwich was cheesy bread not even I. Sandwich form. I recognize that they packaged for delivery but this was a totally unacceptable meal read more

First time I've been here since they've changed their menu. It's never been my kind of place anyway, and now, it's really not. The pretentious atmosphere is unappealing, it's very loud, hard to talk to people sitting next to you let alone across the table. Their menu had a total of 4 vegetarian choices on it, no large plates were vegetarian. I tried the mac and cheese and shared with a friend, we both though it tasted like sour milk and had a vinegar smell. A friend sitting across the table smelled vinegar too. We sent that back. Then I tried the minted fried eggplant, it was good, the vinaigrette and tomato chutney were great. The eggplant was a little watery and too salty. The roasted mushroom salad was good, tried a friends mushroom. I should have only got that. But that's still not a meal. Would not go back. read more

Increidble Food. Got the Steak, Pancakes, and Mac & Cheese plates. Plenty for two people. Also, the white pearl cocktail was excellent.

Came here once for drinks and they were all good. Decided we had to come back for food sometime and we finally did! Cozy, dark atmosphere. They have a nice bar with a couple of tvs, football was on on a Saturday night. Drinks... Naughty sundress-good, very sour but good if you love grapefruit; Sparkling pear-good and sweet kind of tasted like a white wine spritzer or sangria; whatever the whiskey/bourbon drink is with dog in the name is FABULOUS!!! Food wise... Brussel sprouts-we loved them but they are pretty smokey tasting; Mac and cheese-delicious and the sausage is a little spicy; shrimp and grits- I don't like in general but the fam said they were OK; hanger steak- good but steak was really salty and potatoes had absolutely no seasoning. Service was ok, they forgot silverwear for a while and were just a little awkward. About $100-$150 for 4 people if you're drinking but not a lot read more

Went last week- NOT KIDDING there was a fly floating in my over priced cocktail- if this wasn't unappetizing enough- I then found a big thick black hair in my slider. Disgusting. The waitress wasnt Very apologetic about the dead fly so i didnt bother to mention the hair. It seems a drink comp should have been in order. Won't be back! Overrated, and obviously low oversight on what goes into the food and drink. read more

Spectacular brunch! Great bloody mary! Delicious crabcake benedict and potatoes with pimento cheese! In addition, we sat at the bar and the service we got from Parks was splendid, he made our day! read more

Food is good but pricey for the portions. Some of the staff lack knowledge about the cocktail menu or classic cocktails in general. Made the bartender aware of an alergy, asked if the offending item was included, was told no but then he made it within our line of sight and included then wanted to charge us for it when we asked before ordering. Hopefully this was an off moment but service in general is hit or miss. read more

This was my first time trying out this place after almost going a few times. First off I can not say much about the food I just had a cheese plate and it was good. The other girls at the table had shrimp and grits, BBQ pizza, mushroom pancakes and hummus. Everyone at the table loved the food said it was all amazing. I am giving this place 2 stars based on customer service .....and slow service. They had no record of our reservation and the hostess was very rude until a manager got involved. It was a constant struggles to flag down a waiter and order a drink. When we did have a waiter they were very nice and tried but this place is extremely understaffed. I am not saying I would not go back but they sure did not make a great impression on my first trip. read more

Me and my sorority sisters decided to hang out here one Friday night. Loved the trendy, fresh feel of the place. The atmosphere was buzzing and the coctails were tasty. I would come again... this is a great place to mingle and meet with friends. The food was good...not spectacular, but good enough. Go for the vibe, the peeps, and the wine. read more

Alchemy staff recognized our food order and asked if our dishes needed / wanted to be vegan. They were very accommodating, professional and checked up on our us & how the accommodating meal was. Highly recommend the Brussel sprouts and / or Cauliflower dish! read more

I like the vibe of Alchemy. It's trendy without being overwhelmingly packed. The service was quick, bartender was on point, and the Girl Next Door (watermelon martini) was great. read more

The first time I went to alchemy I was not impressed because I had poor service. I went again to Alchemy following my engagement and they were fantastic. They sat my fiance and I in a private area. Our food was fabulous, the server was attentive, overall it was a great experience! read more

I love the drinks at Alchemy. The liquor selection is fantastic, with a list of spirits spanning several pages. The bartenders are experienced, efficient and skilled. The atmosphere is beautiful -- the decor is impeccable. I've heard mixed opinions about the food, but I just can't stick around long enough to try it. Because I just cannot handle the noise. If I'm going out to a place with no deejay, no band, and for heaven's sake, NO KARAOKE I would like some conversation with my cocktails. But whenever my husband and I go to Alchemy I feel like I have to yell at him even though he's sitting six inches away. Which doesn't make for a comfortable, relaxing environment. I know crowded bars get loud. But it's loud even when it's not crowded. And I don't go out to yell at my husband -- I can do that at home. There are ways to improve the acoustics of a space like Alchemy. I hope the owners do something about it soon, because the noise is the only thing keeping me from becoming a regular. read more

I have been here twice, now. Both times were for cocktails, only, and both visits were awesome. The ambiance is chic and comfortable, and they don't blast "club" music, so you can actually hear the conversation you're having! They have couches, tables, and a whole raised seating area in the back for larger parties. They also make a fantastic gin cocktail! I have yet to order any food, although the menu certainly is tempting. I will be back for dinner, sometime, but this is one of my favorite little places for good drinks in an upscale atmosphere. read more

Decided to give Alchemy a try for brunch this morning with my (adult) son. Walking in, the atmosphere is nice - liked the decor. After a few minutes we were seated, and before too long a sleepy bored girl named Bethany took our drink orders (I only know her name because it's on the receipt). I ordered ice water, while my son ordered orange juice. Got my water, minus the ice.. but at least it was cold. My son got a tiny glass of juice for which we were charged $5. I didn't realize at the time the price of the dang juice. I decided I wanted biscuits and sausage gravy while my son got a belgian waffle. We both asked for a side of bacon. At least 15 minutes later (after not having been asked if we needed more water or anything) we got our food. Presentation was nice. My biscuits looked big and fluffy, and the gravy had several chunks of sausage. My son's two waffles looked decent. We each got 3 nice strips of thick cut bacon that looked to be cooked perfectly. I took my first bite of my biscuits and gravy, and was confused.... the gravy was sweet, and I have no idea what it was flavored with, but I certainly didn't taste any sausage. The biscuit was ok, but the gravy - nope. I took a few more bites, and it was just plain weird. I've never had sweet sausage gravy, and I assumed the chunks in it were sausage, but I sure couldn't taste even a hit of sausage. I was really disappointed. I was going to eat it though, because I was hungry - but I left most of a biscuit because there wasn't nearly enough gravy. My son's waffles were okay he said. Nothing special about them although he did run out of syrup pretty quickly. They put the syrup on the waffles and didn't provide any on the side. Our waitress was mostly absent, and as I said earlier in the review, appeared very bored and sleepy. Not the least bit attentive. Finally, after sitting there waiting for maybe 10 minutes after finishing, and with my wallet and credit card sitting in plain view, she sauntered over with our receipt. So, for crummy service, 2 average waffles, 2 biscuits with not enough gravy, an orange juice and 2 sides of bacon: a whopping $32.78 before tip! Holy sh!t. They charged us $4.50 for each 3-piece side of bacon, $5 for the OJ, biscuits and gravy $7, and a whopping $9 for the belgian waffle. For those prices, I'd expect much better service, and much much better food. I've had better service and food at CK's Coffee Shop. Needless to say, we won't be back. read more

Holy Cocktails Batman! I certainly felt a "BOOM" and "BAM" when I realized that each was $11. I should have known I was breaking the bank when no prices were listed on the menu. Every cocktail was made with the freshest ingredients, nice herbs, fresh fruit, and premium liquor. While I must say the drinks were good, it made me a little ill that my night cost me $40 and I only had 3 drinks. The bartender was nice but a little snooty. It's a neat place but it could be really loud when crowded. Not really sure I have to go back especially with Sweet Grass and Next Door just across the street. read more

Currently finishing up my dinner at Alchemy tonight. After my friend was served a cocktail with a bug in it, the waiter returned with a new one and advised that it was "on the house" just like any respectable business should. After receiving our ticket, she was charged for the drink. The assistant manager (little guy with a HORRIBLE attitude) told us we were ridiculous for expecting our drink free because "we can't control bugs". He then proceeded to throw her receipt in her face and walked off. Food was great but the experience of customer service ESPECIALLY from that assistant manager has left a bad taste in my mouth as well as the other 7 people at our table tonight. AWFUL! read more

Alchemy has somehow managed to create an upscale vibe in the heart of Cooper-Young without becoming stuffy. You'll receive impeccable service and mindfully made drinks. When it comes to booze, they know their stuff. Lewis and the rest of the bartenders not only make sure you enjoy your drink, but also that you're having a good time. Check them out next time you're in midtown! read more

Its an upscale lounge in the heart of the Cooper-Young district. This neighborhood has really undergone a major upgrade in terms of options available. Its hip, young and booming. Alchemy is one of the places here that people come in for a drink or a fancy cocktail. I ordered my usual Old Fashioned and honestly it was 7/10, I've had better in terms of taste but this one was seriously 9/10 on the "strength" scale. Usually about 2-3 of get me a good buzz but this one knocked the lights out of me. The balance was a little off because of the alcohol but overall not too bad. This place has a great vibe and a superb ambiance! Great date place for sure and really classy too! read more

We haven't been here in awhile... The food and service weren't great the last time we were in... We LOVED it when it opened because of the awesome Mac and cheese, but they got a new chef and the whole menu kind of changed.. I would love to give this place another try because we like Burt so much! We are regulars at his restaurant downtown and KNOW that he runs a good business! We'll definitely be back, I just hope it's better. read more

I love their tomato soup with grilled cheese. And they make great drinks! Not cheap though. But I still give it *****

The food was great, it's more like a tapas place, and for that it was wonderful. The scallop bruschetta were delicious. And the service was great. Will definitely return read more

This place deserves two stars for its posturing 'craft cocktails' and pretentiously tiny dishes. (I understand small portions, when the food is actually good though.) Alchemy gets one star, however, for its appalling service. It's pretty sad when a rotten apple ruins an otherwise decent bunch, but Alchemy's quasi-genial creeptastic old bar tender certainly soured our experience. Really, I don't care if the bar hired you to woo your "hundreds of social media fans." Just do your job and don't be a deceptive d-wad. This rollicking geezball has to be the single most imperceptive sad excuse for a bartender I've ever encountered. On a single night, he managed to charge my mom for another party's bill, forget that he'd handed her a tab, assumed that I was my mom's husband/date whom walked out on the tab when I went to get our car, then charged my mom again for our tab (thanks mom!), and overcharged our friends and helped himself to an additional $35 tip (on top of a 20% tip). Needless to say, multiple people called the owner to complain, and we were dismayed to see same old fart working the bar a month later. So yeah, we haven't been back. This all happened about two years ago, so I hope he's been fired. Sorta tacky to post such a delayed review, but it's way outweighed by the tackiness of blind grandfather forgetfulness. Or old man liar thief. Whichever you prefer. In any case how the hell did they keep him on board for so long? I've heard similar stories about the same guy several times since. Maybe he's the owner's dad in law? Who knows.. Just go to Next Door. read more

We had a great experience at Alchemy. Our family of four was seated immediately on a Friday evening even though the restaurant was busy and the bar was hopping. The menu had something for everyone. Standouts were the bacon fig appetizer, mac and cheese and Brussels sprouts. The service was excellent. read more

Really unique atmosphere, love the wrap around bar, really delicious brunch. I wish there had been more selections on the brunch menu but everything was relatively inexpensive and very filling. Coffee was fantastic, great drink specials for Mother's Day and brunch in general! I had the BET with poached eggs and it was delicious. Loved taking my moms here for Mother's Day but I wish there was more to choose from on the menu. read more

Great brunch! I didn't give 5 stars because they were out of a particular dessert and our server was slow at refilling our drinks and cocktails. I would totally recommend brunch here! read more

I always love going to Alchemy! Their mixed drinks are delicious. The Oh Clementine is my favorite. They have an extensive whisky collection as well. I've never tried food here (except dessert!), but I've smelled it when other people have had it and it smells amazing. read more

First I'll start by saying our server was nice but service was poor. First they didn't have the champagne we ordered on the weekend of Valentine's Day, I would think they would stock up on $$ ones or at least a bottle on Valentine weekend. Service was super slow, our drinks were missed up multiple times even the server and bartender tasted the drink the bartender made and thought it was bad. When we got there they weren't busy but service was sooooooooo slow. I started ordering wine just hoping they couldn't possible miss it up and wouldn't take long to make, it was still slow. Food was ok, but terrible service. I would have expected the manager to come by to say hey sorry we didn't have the drinks u wanted and that we missed it up. Also we all got our food except one person which her food took about 10 minutes to get there after ours. The dessert wasn't good, creme brûlée was disgusting. I wouldn't return here and now I remember why I never come here. I would have expected better service and for management to check up on tables. It was a bit embarrassing for me as I had picked the place for my cousin who was here from out of town to celebrate her 30th. Poor poor! read more

Good place, decent food, lots of options and a happening scene. Excellent drinks and reasonable prices. Trendier midtown scene with a good mix of styles. read more

Ehhh. Kinda seems on its last legs. Lots of deferred maintenance around the place. Nice but very weak service. Food was ehh and overpriced. Wasn't impressed. I do believe it's more of a nighttime drinking place. Which is fine. read more

I went to Alchemy for the first time Saturday and I was so impressed. The bar staff was attentive and someone was always checking on us at all times. There have been so many instances when I've gone to a restaurant and had to wait 10+ minutes to get another drink but the staff at Alchemy was asking me if I needed one before I even had to. We were super impressed and will definitely be back. read more

The shrimp & grits were fantastic! 5 thumbs up & the Flirty Martini was the best...I will definitely visit ther again..the service was great! but i did notice the bartender wit the short hair cut try n gt snobby wen I told her an ingredient was missing out of my martini..but overall it was Great! read more

Always a great time at this local favorite. Great food and wine selections, imaginative cocktails, attentive staff, and engaging conversation are always to be found. Half-Priced Happy Hour is a budget-friendly way to try a wide variety of menu items while still managing to pay your bills. Try deciding on a single favorite; bet you just can't do it. I am partial to the lamb . . . and the crab cakes . . . and the mac-n-cheese . . . and beef tenderloin . . . and the Brussels sprouts . . . and the heirloom tomatoes . . . and the Shrimp n Grits . . . Well, you get the idea. read more