Had a chance to have a cocktail at the bar before the members in our party arrived for our reservation time. Great, friendly service and very quick. I had a perfect dirty martini and my husband had an excellent old fashioned ( chose not to do the smoked version. ) We were seated at the time of our reservation with courteous and prompt attention from our waiter. He informed us of all the specials and gave us the right amount of time to relax before ordering. The food was excellent and beautifully presented. I like the atmosphere, not too large of a dining area, I like the separate room of tables, with a fireplace, along with the area of booths for a more intimate setting. The bar itself is large and has seating on the outskirts of it as well. read more

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I've been here a handful of times. Most of them have been quite lovely. Out of the times I have dined here, almost all have been with people from work. I do believe C and I have only been here once as a couple. It did not go well at all, so we have not been back together, as she is holding a bit of a grudge. It's a long story but it all ties back to service. That night we had the worst table in the building and service was spotty at best. Food was still pretty good, just whole ass annoyed by the entirety of the rest of the experience. I am lucky enough to be able to be taken to/host dinner with clients and manufacturers a good bit. They like places like this so I get by ever so often. Gotta love expensed meals!!! Tehehe I like the open kitchen concept they have and the bar is really cool. The metal shelves at the bar that store the booze are bad ass. It's warm and cozy and has a great vibe overall. The last time we sat on the enclosed patio. I had not sat out there before. I think the larger tables all go out there. We had seven and there was another group of about twenty in the same room with us. Food ranges from fairly good to fucking great. I've never had anything bad here, but a few sighs have been had, mostly by misunderstood expectations of what I was getting I would say. So, quite possibly I am the problem. As with most of my problems, actually... The oysters Rockefeller are very different from the norm. Fried oysters on a side of spinach. That's what it seems like. I ate it up, don't get me wrong. I did just switch to only fried oysters after the first one. No need wasting stomach space on spinach. Charbroiled oysters is always a good move and the preparation remains traditional on that one. I do find the oysters to be quite massive and hard to chew the whole thing at once. Cutting them just seems silly though. Steaks are prepared very well and to your liking each time. I have never had a bad one. Good flavor too. I am going to spring on the Hawaiian Ribeye the next time I go on my dime. It's a classic that I remember from Steak and Ale as well as Houston's. Both now gone from Memphis. I like the she crab soup an awful lot, and just about every entree I have had here is killer. You really cannot go wrong with the food. Just order something you normally like and boom. I will also say this. The short ribs I had last time were some of the best I have ever had. Bravo on that! Additionally, I had two giant pieces for like $40! I could only eat one of them after all of the appetizers. Oh.... Yea. They have a hot lobster roll that is good! You don't see that in Memphis very often!! Get you some. Wait.... Lamb Lollipops. They have evolved some of the years but they have really good lamb chops. They used to be the exact same dish as their sister concepts of Itta Bena, BB Kings, and Lafayette's. I am not sure if the whole family still has the old version or not. Here it has changed a good bit. As I write this, I crave it.... Ugh. Damn your foods and your seductive prowess food skills! Lastly, Tommy Peters did great things for this city's food scene. I am sad that he is gone but I know he was proud of this one! Ok. That's enough, Adam.... No one reads this crap anyway. '26 - 48 read more

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Another visit for our local bookclub. As always I enjoy this location. This time we opted for brunch items. Our server Tucker was absolutely amazing. It was chilly outside and I loved sitting by the fireplace until the our party fully arrived. We were seated on the enclosed patio area and enjoyed the open space. Cocktail: blueberry lemon drop was 10/10 Appetizer: spinach dip is always a must Entree: chicken and waffles. Moondance opted to take a savory spin on this popular brunch dish. I opted for the chicken marsala on the side. Not my favorite menu item so I likely will not try it again. Paired it with breakfast potatoes. The French toast is massive and makes a great shared option. read more

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Went to Moondance Grill tonight and babyyyy the food did not disappoint I got the 16oz ribeye with the sweet potato casserole and loaded garlic potatoes and everything was seasoned so good. The steak was cooked just right and super tender, like you could cut it easy with barely trying lol. I also tried the Raspberry Revive and it was sooo refreshing with my meal. The vibe in there is really nice and cozy but still classy at the same time. One thing that really stood out to me was the bathrooms, the asthetics in there were honestly sooo cute . You can tell they really paid attention to the details all around the restaurant. Def coming back again because this place was worth every dollar. read more

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We went to Moondance last night for dinner since it was our last night in Memphis for our anniversary trip. We were not disappointed. From the moment we stepped in we had a good feeling. We were immediately greeted by our server, Johnathan. He provided recommendations and allowed us to look over the menu while he grabbed us waters. We sat by the fireplace which was really nice and romantic. The food was delicious. I had the lobster bisque while my husband had the spinach dip. For entrees, I had the airline chicken which came with two pieces of chicken, some veggies, and the most delicious mashed potatoes I've had in a while. My husband had the lobster roll (Connecticut style) and shoestring fries. They gave him TWO lobster rolls. We couldn't even finish it all. read more

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Had brunch here on Saturday at 1 PM with a reservation. The weather was beautiful, so it felt like the perfect day to come out and enjoy their brunch menu. Our waiter, Joshua, provided excellent service throughout the entire meal. He was attentive, friendly, and made the experience even better. We started with the spinach dip as an appetizer. It wasn't my favorite--it had more of a spinach-forward taste than the cheesy flavor I usually prefer in spinach dip. It wasn't bad at all, just not quite my personal style. I ended up tasting a few dishes from around the table. The salmon was great, and the French toast was delicious. I was also surprised that the lobster roll came with two! Honestly, one would have been filling enough. After the appetizer, I could barely finish half of one. For drinks, I started with the passion fruit mimosa, which was really good, and followed it up with a French 75--also excellent. Overall, it was a really nice brunch experience, and I'll definitely be back to try more items from the menu. read more

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TLDR: highly recommended. Please don't let the emphasis on the dress code be a deterrent. My partner and I were dressed casually (sweaters, jeans, and boots) and there was no issue. We had a reservation for 3:30pm, however, there was a short wait. The hostess was extremely apologetic, but personally came to get us (as opposed to calling our name), when it was time to be seated. Our server was extremely complimentary of us and made excellent recommendations. My partner got the smoked old fashion. We appreciate presentation; the arrival of the beverage in a cocktail smoker was a nice touch. I prefer bourbon, but on the sweeter side, so the frozen old fashioned was a perfect choice for me - also at the suggestion of our server. My partner ordered the she-crab soup, which was absolutely velvety and delicious. I ended up tasting all of his food - the lamb chops, mashed potatoes, and creamed spinach. I typically don't consume lamb, but these were good - cooked to perfection. The sauce paired perfectly with the mashed potatoes which were not overly garlicky. The creamed spinach was good as well. I had the lobster ravioli, which was great - I just wished the portion was a tad larger. I counted 4 ravioli altogether. We had room for dessert. My partner opted for an espresso martini, which was Strong yet good. I ordered the maple bourbon creme bruleè which paired well with my drink. A pianist began to play as we finished up, which we took turns "naming that tune". Something about "outside air" makes my child use the bathroom. I found the facilities to be equally aesthetically pleasing and clean. I am looking forward to returning. read more

Used to be great in there. The food was never anything special but it was a cozy place to have dinner and drinks. Then it turned Memphis . No dress code , everyone smells like weed that walks in, there was a huge brawl there, it's just sad to see another Memphis restaurant go under. read more

Love the food, drinks and service. Very nice place for any occasion. We will definitely return

Excellent food. Great wait staff. Nice ambiance. Had a great seafood crepe and a good lemon drop martini. Would definitely go back.

I've been to Moondance a few times, and this was probably one of my worst experiences there. On previous visits, I've had the lamb chops and braised short ribs. This time, I wanted to try something different. I've heard good things about the maple bourbon glaze salmon, so I decided to try it. I also ordered the Rockefeller oysters, bread service, she-crab soup, and lamb chops. The soup was one of my first dishes, but it was lukewarm when served. The maple bourbon glaze was very sweet, and the salmon tasted like water with the char on the sides being overly charged and sometimes giving a burnt flavor. It felt too sweet paired with the sweet potato casserole, but the green beans served with the casserole were enjoyable. The lamb chops were not great; they were supposed to be cooked medium but were still very chewy and lacked enough seasoning. Lamb is usually pretty good, so I was disappointed. The oysters were good; I really enjoyed those. Our server was not good. He kept trying to sell us more items, but the service was terrible. He asked my partner if he wanted another drink but never refilled our waters. He also brought the dessert menu and was ready with our check before we even had the chance to refuse dessert. It was a wild experience, and I'm not used to service like that or food like that at Moondance. read more

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I met an old friend for a late lunch at Moondance Grill during the week. I ordered the Prime Rib Sliders (sliced ribeye, brioche, horseradish, swiss) and my lunch date ordered the Chicken Lettuce Wraps. I enjoyed these. There were three sliders and it was the perfect amount for lunch for me. I would have liked a little more horseradish but I like it spicy. Good space, big booths, and attentive service. I'd easily return! read more

Moondance Grill - Prime Rib Sliders - New American Near Me - Germantown, Tennessee

Food is typical. Salmon with maple bourbon is good. Crawfish pasta lacked depth. Water service inattentive. Surprised by 23% automatic service charge contrary to standard practice and their own message. read more

We did brunch at Moondance and had another great dining experience. Lilia (Hostess) was the exceptionally charming young lady who got our delightful dining experience started. Hannah (Server) was attentive, engaging, patient, and definitely enhanced our dining experience. My wife enjoyed their Char-Grilled Oysters. They were beautifully prepared with Cajun butter, Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses with a delicate Cornbread topping. The Fried Oyster and Shrimp Po'boy was my choice and it was a hit with this native of New Orleans. For drinks, my with enjoyed their Mimosa which complimented for being bright and refreshing. My Spicy Blood Mary was a basic presentation; it was delicious, but the presentation did not have a signature Moondance flair. Kudos to the Moondance Teams (Bar, Hostess, Kitchen, Managers, Servers) for maintaining a CONSISTENTLY High Level dining experience. Again, we CONFIDENTLY Recommend Moondance for casual and fine dining!!! read more

10/10 experience at Moondance! The ambiance was great. It was quiet enough for our medium sized party to hear each other across the table, yet not too quiet that we felt we couldn't speak freely. Our waiter, Tucker, was awesome. He was patient and knowledgeable,& with several other tables during the time, we never felt neglected. I also enjoyed that there were 3 menu options during this time (around 12:30 on a Sunday afternoon) we had the choice of the full menu, the brunch menu, as well as the lunch hand held menu. There were options for everyone. On to the food: I was quite surprised to find that my oyster Rockefeller was fried, but i was not disappointed. The flavor was all there from the lively and perfectly fried oysters to the smooth and creamy spinach base. For my main, I had the short rib tacos which were excellent along with the candied Brussels. Personally, not a huge fan of the Brussels, i believe mostly due to the texture (i prefer a bit of a crunch and a smaller Brussel sprout) but overall excellent experience. I will definitely be back. read more

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Visited Moon Dance and sat at the bar -- the bar staff service was phenomenal. They were attentive, professional, and genuinely apologetic when issues came up. The three-star rating is specifically for the kitchen execution, not the service. I ordered the lamb (at the chef's recommendation) medium, but it came out well done, with some parts closer to medium-well. The bar team immediately took care of it and sent it back, which I appreciated. Later, I ordered the apple crisp dessert, which took quite a while to arrive. After about 20 minutes, I had to flag someone down to check on it. When it finally came out, the ice cream was completely melted, suggesting it had been sitting for a bit. The bar was busy, so I didn't want to make a fuss -- but with better kitchen timing and execution, this visit could've easily been a five-star experience. read more

Moondance is known for a great burger, so I had to try it! It was great but I'm not sure it was worth $20. If I return, I would try a more unique dish. I will say that the servers are knowledgable about special dishes and are also extremely polite, so I was satisfied with the service. It's probably best to go here in the evening, because the ambience is full of dim lighting and moody dark tones. They sometimes have live music as well. This would be a nice date spot! read more

Moondance Grill - Moondance Classic Burger - New American Near Me - Germantown, Tennessee

Great food great service great atmosphere. You cannot go wrong coming here. We had a great time and we will be back. read more

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Ate at Moondance yesterday afternoon and It was wonderful! The food is always great but service has been a problem for us a couple times, but yesterday was lovely. Service could not have been any better. Certainly made for a great day. Thanks Moondance. read more

She-crab-soup was 10/10!!! I ate it alll! So much flavor and don't listen to the reviews about this because I swear it's amazing! read more

Moondance Grill - She-She Crab Soup - Cup - New American Near Me - Germantown, Tennessee

We frequently eat here and actually prefer the bar because Christina always takes care of us. She is always smiling, happy to see everyone and enjoys what she does! Food is delicious, drinks are great and service is perfection! read more

My husband and I went for the first time today. It was our 6th wedding anniversary, we had reservations and were seated right away. Sydney our server ( who is a dead ringer for Dakota Fanning) greeted us and gave us a hand signed anniversary card ( very nice touch Moondance). She was very thorough with the menu. We started with the spinach dip and short rib tacos, I could have bathed in the tacos, so tender and seasoned to perfection. The bread service of soft pretzel rolls and sweet cream butter were a unique touch. The main entrees were the New York strip for me and my husband got the Hawaiian ribeye, these were the best steaks we have had in a long time, Sydney recommended the Hawaiian and it did not disappoint. Sydney was the other star, our drinks never got even a third empty, she was extremely attentive and always a smile on her face. She told us about the desserts that weren't on the menu as well. Great food, ambiance and service all were top tier. We will be back soon. read more

Moondance Grill - Signed card from staff - New American Near Me - Germantown, Tennessee

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Ny bestie and I grabbed lunch here during my last visit and it was great. There's valet parking and the staff was very friendly. Of course, I got a mimosa and instantly appreciated that the cup wasn't full of ice. I ordered the crab benedict and it was delish. Very light and fresh tasting. The place has a laid back ambiance and dim lighting, surely a good date night spot as well! read more

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The food was great an delicious. The service was excellent. The price was reasonable. The noise level was way too loud. read more

I and my wife went there for valentines day dinner. We dressed to the nines. There was a dress code posted on the front door. As we went in i asked the hostess "is this dress code for real? These people look like shit". Sweatpants, hootchie mamas that you could almost see the goodies the dress was so short, people that looked as if they were homeless in there. I dont understand how some of these people actually could afford it. $200 easy for wine and dinner, my wife and i dont eat much. This was basically for one meal. It looked like a bunch of low class prostitutes in the bathroom. My wife wouldn't even go in there. The hootchies were taking selfies and bullshitting around. I cant say anything negative about service or food. It was great, but the owners need to have their clientele screened before entering and make this place what it should be. So dissatisfied. read more

Moondance grill is a nice upscale restaurant with a dress code. We came for lunch before heading to the airport, I was so glad it wasn't a problem. This restaurant was awesome. From the wait staff, cocktails, food, dessert and the rest room was immaculate. We were a party of 8 and our waiter was he was on point with everything and knew the menu and made great recommendations. I started with a smoked old fashion cocktail and the presentation was awesome. I kept staring at the drink, the waiter had to tell me to take the drink. The drink had a touch of sweetness to it that gave it an extra punch. Then I ordered the she crab soup, it was a nice creamy broth with pieces of crabs really tasty. The seafood Po boy sandwich was different I never had fried Oysters in my sandwich and that combination with the shrimp made the sandwich exceptional. I didnt have dessert but my cousin ordered the brownie and ice cream to go. It looked really good and they were happy with it so they ordered 2 of them. This restaurant is really worth the visit. Everyone in my group enjoyed their cocktail and entree. I will definitely be back. read more

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Love the she crab soup and the beef carpaccio! Everything we order here is always delicious and the service is great. read more

Moondance Grill - Carpaccio was delicious! - New American Near Me - Germantown, Tennessee

This is my to go restaurant when I want a good beef carpaccio, lamp chop, oysters and martini! Service is always A+!!!

Lamb chops are delicious. Atmosphere is very good. Service was good. ...z.......,.,!' read more

The food wasn't worth the price. I expected more. The service was great. Overall, a 5 out of 10.

We sat at the bar. There were about 12-15 spots open. We sat down and were told to move because the bar needed to be wiped clean. Okay we moved. Our meal came out before appetizer. My drink and water sat empty for a long period of time. By time I was asked about another we were ready to leave. Maybe would order a to go order but probably not in person. The feeling was of disorganizaction. Lots of people there but not doing one thing. read more

Had dinner with a group of people. Great ambiance, there was a band playing in the bar. Enjoyable, not too loud. Our server made good recommendations. Had the spinach dip and the charcuterie board. Both were very good. I ate the maple bourbon salmon with asparagus and mixed vegetables. It was delicious. Loved the meal. They do have a dress code so check before you go. read more

Upscale interior in Germantown, spacious interior and soft lit ambiance. Kind of cavernous, but comfortable. Service was very good, on par with Southern Social or Limelight (with Iris, Capital Grill, or Erling Jensen as the high water marks). Food was very good, thought somewhat basic for what is offered. Had swordfish: perfectly cooked, lightly seasoned with a buttery cream-based sauce. Didn't have the rice, as I'm not a huge grain-as-filler person. The broccolini was, gasp, the best thing on the plate. The Brussel sprouts were good, but middle of the road compared to what I've had elsewhere. (What's odd is that this was a Bonefish Grill caliber meal, where Bonefish's Brussels were far superior; though I would, all told, pick Moondance between the two- dress code and proximity to home being the factors that tip the balance.). Others at the table had the short ribs (over-salted and a bit fatty- it was akin to a pot roast) and diver scallops, which looked to be the belle of the ball. The deserts are gargantuan. The cheesecake was good, the brownie I didn't try (not a big chocolate person). The bread pudding, my go-to, was ho-hum (Second Line, Iris, El Mero Taco as the standard bearers here in Memphis). All in all, room for improvement, though a solid showing but lacked the notable flair that should come with high brow cuisine. read more

What an enjoyable evening, and our 37th anniversary! She crab soup was divine, as well as the entrées. We had a young waitress, only her fifth night, and she was stupendous! read more

Date night: Birthday Edition part 2! I made reservations for 730p on my birthday, which fell on a Sunday. This was our first visit to Moondance and I was excited to try them out. When we arrived, we were greeted and seated immediately. Our waitress was very attentive and didn't take long to take our order. We shared the fried oysters as an appetizer. They were really good. My picky husband really enjoyed them. For our meals, we both ordered the lamb chops which were served with mashed potatoes and asparagus. The lamb chops were very good, cooked just right! The sides were alright, nothing that stood out. Since it was my birthday, they served us a complimentary dessert, which was pretty good. The ambiance was perfect and even though it was storming out, my experience was very nice. Overall, we enjoyed ourselves and I had a nice birthday. read more

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My husband and I went to moondance grill to celebrate our anniversary. The restaurant had ample parking and an option to valet park. The ambience of the restaurant reminds me of Seasons 52 meets Flemings. We had a very short wait before being seated near the kitchen. I like the open kitchen style, and the incredibly quick service. We also had a wonderful waiter, who checked on us frequently, and also brought out a little complementary champagne to commemorate our anniversary. For appetizers, we both shared a spinach dip, which was delicious! For drinks, we had a specialty old-fashioned, which was smoked. It was pretty good, but I will try a sweeter drink next time. My husband had the rotisserie chicken and I had the lamb lollipops. The taste was good overall, but we both added a little more seasoning. The portions of the food were also reasonable for the price. Overall, I was satisfied with the ambience and service. I will be back, but I will probably try something different next time. read more

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The experience was amazing, at the door i was met with valet, we got sat down within less than 5 minutes the mood of the restaurant was very calming the character of the place was very fancy , I felt like i was in a movie! My waitress had great service. The food was amazing.The wait for the food was not too long. And, finally the place its self was outstanding. I would definitely recommend going to Moondance Grill if you want a fine dining experience! read more

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If I could leave zero stars I would. The food is good however the behavior of the staff is unacceptable. I ordered over the phone and came in to pick up the order. I paid for it and received a receipt. While I waited I stepped outside for business. When I returned to the inside my order was boxed,bagged, ready. I was asked by a girl emptying the trash if she could help me. I asked if the bag was for me and gave her my name. She said yes but there was a note stating that payment was required. I told her that I had already paid and I have a receipt. She snarled "We gon' check!". I said "Well while you're checking I have my receipt and I handed it to her. She told me that it was protocol. I handed her my receipt! The only reason she did that was because I am black. I have been there several times before and have witnessed them hand over orders to white customers without any issues. This was unacceptable to the fullest. To add insult to injury the salmon was burned to a black crisp!!!!! I had to throw it away! I recommend this place daily and I am truly disappointed. This was the worst meal I've ever purchased from Moondance Grill! I couldn't eat it!!!!! read more

Service was excellent and food was delicious. Best spinach dip I've ever had. Lobster rolls were great. I will definitely be back. read more

Moondance Grill - Lobster rolls. Delicious. - New American Near Me - Germantown, Tennessee

This was my first visit. I've heard a lot about Moondance and was excited when it was suggested for our Galentine's Dinner! We made reservations prior to our visit. When we got there it was still super crowded for a weeknight, so we ended waiting about 20-30 minutes to be seated. When we were finally seated, we had do sit in the bar area (we preferred a booth) at a table top. After being seated, we were quickly attended to. Our sever was so great! We started out with appetizers. We shared spinach dip (also includes salsa) and Abita Barbecued Shrimp (served with homemade Abita beer bread). Both were delicious the bread and and chips were hot and fresh. It's a good size serving and definitely sharable. Next, we enjoyed our meals. I had Salmon sign a side of Brussel sprouts and sweet potato casserole. It was all so good! The ambiance is a vibe! I would've preferred not to be in the bar area because of the music. It was a bit to loud for me. Great food, great service = a great Galentine's! read more

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