As an international traveling food critic and unbeknownst to the staff, the following is what I…read moreexperienced: + Very comfortable atmosphere. + Quality of food was exceptional high with nothing but the finest of products. + Great breakfast meals served at anytime they are open. + Superb service. + Classic car show each Tuesday night during good weather. + The owner, Frankie is outstanding! His situational awareness, and attention to detail are spot on. If you are in the area and don't take the time to dine here, you missed out on a fine experience.

Excellent food. The taste of the food was authentic, like an abuela was in the kitchen. Chips were…read morefresh and warm salsa tasted as if it were made that morning....salsa with chips excellent....I had Chillaquilles with salsa verde.....spot on flavor.... presentation unique..... alcohol available. I am already planning my return trip.

The overall experience was delightful. The service was the definition of southern hospitality - the…read moreentire staff was welcoming and personable. The building has a classic charm with a hint of elegance that elevates the dining experience. Okay, let's get into the food- the southern strawberry cake was absolutely delicious. Each bite took my palate on a joyride of goodness. The mashed potatoes were velvety and delicious- smit was the best mashed potato I've ever eaten. The redfish and crab was the perfect combination. The fish was fresh with just the right amount of flakiness. The cheese grits were very tasty too. Definitely a southern experience worth having.

We had a great date night at Southern Social. The food was absolutely delicious and Kevin gave us…read moregreat service. My favorite were the pork belly and the tater tots.

This is a nice venue to meet up with friends and enjoy some great cocktails and get good service. I…read moreenjoyed the Elvis themed "Hip Shaker" cocktail.

This Speakeasy in Hotel Pontotoc is a new gem added to downtown Memphis. The aesthetic is amazing…read morewith gorgeous decor. My only suggestion would be to tone down the bright can lights in the main seating area to the right of the entrance for softer mood lighting. Nate, our bartender, made a fun custom cocktail to appeal to my sweet tooth. He was so friendly and accommodating! We got a few drinks and apps. The spinach artichoke dip was perfectly warmed and was a large amount for two. The warm brownie was rich and gooey in the middle. The only thing I would've liked is vanilla ice cream to balance the thick chocolatey richness. I will definitely be back as I loved the vibe, the staff & the selections!

Vibes- very cool, artsy location with dim lighting and an eclectic crowd…read moreDrinks- pretty & strong, but probably 8/10 on flavor Pasta- 10/10 probably hands down the best pasta I've had in a long while. Rich, well seasoned, and fresh Service was also awesome and there's a secret dessert menu our group really enjoyed!

It pains me to have to leave this review. I came here once before several months ago and was very…read moreimpressed. I had a fantastic espresso martini and the best brussel sprouts I've ever tasted! So I was excited to come try something else. On the plus side, the bathroom was so nicely decorated. It was also very clean. I sat at the end of the bar, beside the little section of books. The bartender was nice. I ordered the Ember&Passion cocktail. Although it was pretty good, it was quite mild. Unexpected with the ingredients in it. I was surprised that the level of expected heat was not very detectable. I give it 7/10. When I came here before in the winter, the temperature was perfect and I don't remember being too bothered that they don't have cocktail napkins. But yesterday it was quite warm in the restaurant and not having these napkins wasn't good. Nobody in the restaurant had any type of napkin under any drink! I noticed that just like mine, every glass of water from every patron had a puddle of condensation under the glass. Each time I picked up my glass of water, it would drip onto my food and clothes. My two menus got so wet. I suppose they made this decision to save themselves a lot of money. As for the food: My parmesan truffle fries were excellent!! Hot, crispy on the outside and perfectly cooked in the middle. Best I've had in a long time. The Alabama white sauce on the side was just your typical sauce. It tasted just like every other Alabama white sauce that I've had so was not disappointing. But I actually ended up not using it because it was too thin and it didn't add anything to the fries. The fries were excellent enough on their own. I ordered my burger "pink" but there wasn't any pink to it, but I wasn't that bothered about it. Burger and the toppings were tasty, except for the fried green tomato. Looking closely at the picture, you can see that it was SO SMALL compared to the size of the burger. When a restaurant does that, don't they realize that it makes for a glaring disappointment?! It apparently came from near the end of the tomato, and not the middle. If you are going to offer a fried green tomato on a burger, then I feel as if you should only use the larger slices of the tomato, and save the smaller ends for maybe putting in salads. I've always been obsessed with fried green tomatoes. After having my first two bites of burger and still not reaching the tomato, I took it off to eat by itself. Sadly, it tasted terrible! I was surprised. Obviously, they didn't season the tomato or the batter. (Salt and pepper go a long way.) The burger toppings apparently made the tomato batter not only soggy, but also this strange thick texture. Like mushy and chewy at the same time. 1/10 Worst problem: FLIES!!! So many flies! When I just had my drink but no food yet, I noticed them but was not bombarded by them at that point. It wasn't until my food came. All of a sudden I was literally surrounded by them. They were everywhere! No exaggeration. I actually had to use only one hand to eat and the other hand to constantly move back and forth over my food. I eventually gave up and set the plate of some of my fries about 4 inches in front of my burger in order to hopefully draw the flies to the fries so that I could eat my burger. Unfortunately, after only four bites of my burger, when I set it down to take a drink of water, a fly landed on it within one second. Obviously, that was my last bite, and even when I was moving the plate closer to the end of the counter, two more flies landed on it. The glass of straws was inches from me. That, and the book closest to me seemed to be where they gathered to wait for their opportunity to dive bomb me. So many of them! It turned my stomach when I realized that I had been drinking from a straw with my water and I'm sure there had been flies on it before I got there. Every person that gets a straw in their drink at this restaurant has had a fly sitting on top of it. When the bartender told me about the desserts, it turned my stomach to think of just how many flies were in the kitchen. Had I known the fly situation was that bad when I first got my drink, I would have never stayed there, and I certainly would have never ordered food. I do think it is a real shame because the winter months are a totally different experience in that restaurant. But because of how horrible it was this time, I just can't ever come back.

10/10 best spicy marg I've had in a long time and the fried dumplings 10/10 will recommend. will…read moredefinitely be back!!!

If you're looking for something different in Memphis, put Swamp Bar on your list…read more It's an Asian + Creole fusion spot, and I'm always down to try something I haven't had before. I ordered the Yakamein, which is a New Orleans staple, and y'all... that broth alone was GOOD! I could've honestly just sat there with the broth. The flavor was definitely there. They also have a pretty good happy hour Wednesday-Sunday from 5-8 PM with house wine, well drinks, margaritas and beers, so that's something to keep in mind if you're trying to grab a drink and some food without spending too much. Wednesdays they have a DJ, too. You can check their lineup to see who's playing, just know there is a cover charge. Parking tip: I would park in the parking garage. It's usually around $3-$5 depending on the date and time, and honestly, that's better than driving around looking for parking. Also, Swamp Bar is 21+ and it's first come, first served, so keep that in mind before you go. Overall, I enjoyed the vibe and definitely think it's worth checking out if you like trying different food and you're tired of eating at the same spots in Memphis.

I saw recommendations to come here and really liked it!! We sat outside, got some Lion's Manes…read moreBites, and had a few drinks. Our waiter was friendly and helpful. Everything came out quickly and perfect!

I came byke. Divey in the best sense. Food is innovative and y'all know I'm a thot for tots!…read more Service is equally effective from servers and bar top! Ambiance is chill laidback, low-key vibes.

The service here is excellent. My waitress Sarah was very attentive. I came in crazy thirsty,…read moredrinking a lot of water and she never let my glass get more than half empty before she refilled it. She was friendly and gave good advice about the menu and explained the live music set up and timing when I asked about it. As I moved here a couple of days ago and I'm living out of a hotel until my belongings arrive on a moving truck, and I'm eating a lot of food out. I could say before this restaurant I was a little disappointed in the food I was trying at restaurants that had been rated five stars on yelp. For example, and it didn't happen at this restaurant, I had a Cobb salad the night before that relied on gobs of cheese to please, which shouldn't even be on a cob salad. But enough, groaning and moaning, and back to this restaurant. I love seafood, and I got the seafood appetizer platter. It was really good and I was quite satisfied. I started eating it and I thought now this is what I've been hoping for in a Jackson dining experience rated with high stars on yelp. I am looking forward to coming back to the restaurant and trying more of the items on the menu as there were many things that looked good.

Great food, great service, nice patio area for a refreshing meal. Would definitely recommend and…read morevisit again if we are in town.

Delicious cocktails and awesome service in a very classy hotel lobby. We only had drinks here so…read morethere's not much more to say. Bar Hustle is definitely worth stopping in.

Our second time coming to the happy hour for drinks and the best Detroit-style pizza in the city…read more It did not disappoint. The bar tender was great, the drinks were perfect, and the pizza was amazing. We also had the French fry appetizer, which was also delicious. The sauce was unique and fit perfectly on the hot fries. This place is a hidden gem. You won't regret giving this hotel bar a try.

Located inside the Lakeland golf club you'll find the Birdie. Came here as a recommendation from…read morefriends. The wagyu bacon cheese burger was extremely good! The burger was flavorful, juicy and cooked just right. Environment is pretty chill, with a view to a golf course and tv's playing sports. Service was pretty good too, friendly staff and owners as well.

Had a a recent solo date here? I'm a big fan of this restaurant. The food and the service is always…read moregreat! Trust me....get the Miso Deviled Eggs. It's like a ramen bowl in a single bite! The seasonal dish really surprised me! Pan seared Black Cod with Green coconut curry, roasted squash, shiitake mushrooms, rice balls, cilantro and guajillo oil.

Miso Deviled eggs Dubu Jorim (lentil cake )…read more Charred radicchio Caesar salad Halibut French onion tartine We had an excellent experience. Three came for dinner and shared a number of plates. If you get several plates, the sharing quantity is fine. We were actually too full to eat dessert. It was an excellent meal. Very energetic and excited waitress helped us select, guided us and revelled with us when we celebrated the delicious food. A very calming and nicely done, ambience. Highly recommend