We host catered parties every year and used Imagine Vegan to cater to our growing number of vegan…read moreand veggie friends at our Christmas party this year. It was hands-down the biggest food success we've ever had! Owner, Kristie Jeffrey was a dream to work with: responsive, kind, knowledgeable and genuinely invested in helping us. The food exceeded every expectation. We intentionally ordered appetizers from IV for the entire party, (not just the vegans), with small signs that read: "For Everyone: It's Delicious AND Vegan." Even so, guests couldn't believe what they were eating. Meat-eaters and long time vegans kept double-checking with me that the food was truly vegan, and I (happily) spent the night sharing where it came from! Highlights: Dogs N' Blankets were FLAKY! To be clear: that's PASTRY with no butter and still perfect hours later* The potato skins with "bacon" "cheddar" and "sour cream" converted my dairy-loving, bacon and sausage-loving, picky husband, and he ignored the omnivore meals we selected from another caterer. Spinach dip, rice and vegetables were all deeply flavorful and comforting. The lasagna! For decades I've reproduced a vegetarian lasagna I learned from a friend who's a private chef in London, and after tasting IM's, I'm officially retired. The vegetables were rich, savory, and beautifully balanced, with a flavorful sauce that comes from the spices and vegetables themselves. *For anyone considering Imagine Vegan for catering, a small but helpful tip: when you bring home items that lose texture with steam (like pastries or potato skins) take them out of the foil containers immediately. Before guests arrived, we kept the skins and DN'Bs in our warmer (vents open-no moisture - or you can low-heat warm in the oven with the door slightly open) then later popped them on to platters that had been sitting on silicone warming mats. Dishes like lasagna, rice, vegetables, and dips hold beautifully in chafing dishes with steam. Everything we served looked and tasted as though it had just come out of Imagine Vegan's kitchen! Guests have complemented us on the food at our previous parties, but NEVER like this. They were shocked to be enjoying animal-product-free food THIS much, and excited to know that we have truly delicious, TRULY healthier Southern food options right here in Memphis. As a vegetarian, the comments made my day. PUT YOUR FAITH in Kristie and her team. They're all lovely and very professional. Kristie is particularly warm, thoughtful, and provides food that will genuinely impress.

I love the food and the customer service was great! It's my go to place for a laid back casual…read morelunch on meatless Monday!

My sister and I are like, "let's try this place." (Proceeds…read moreto eat best meal at a famous Memphis restaurant.) Were we lucky? Probably. Did we have good fortune? All signs point to Yes. Simply put: ramen is an underrated food. When it's classed up and prepared appropriately, you'll say, "THIS is ramen?!" And I'd say, "Welcome to Ramen Lovers, table for eternity?" At Good Fortune, order the wings and get you some ramen. You'll be treated with grace and kindness. Get in line to wait. It's worth it. Do.not.leave.without.ordering.wings.

Beautiful ambiance in this smallish establishment that serves creative Japanese pub food. Ramen…read morenoods are house made and served in small bowls. We had the coconut curry broth which was a lite curry style but the winner here was the super crunchy wings in a ginger garlic sauce. Also a fav was their dumplings - simply to die for. Their specialty drinks are very creative and delicious- not to be missed. I would go as far to say this is more of a busy drinking place with excellent small plates. Service is a little sluggish for this always full spot so come early and be prepared to wait, walk-in's only. No reservations. Owners are a cute married couple; the husband is Mexican and the wife is Japanese and the creative mind behind the menu. Authentic fare, truly delicious

Schroomlicious aka Vegan Pimps of Memphis was my first stop in the Mid-South after leaving the…read moreMemphis International Airport. I got an order of their Signature Shroom Philly Rolls & the Lion's Mane Lemonade. The entire meal was chef's kiss, and I also got to converse with the dynamic owner of the restaurant. She was warm & friendly and instantly welcomed me into the Schroomlicious family! Food: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 6/10

Patronizing different businesses during Black Restaurant Week, a great way to discover local black…read moreowned eateries.. So, we tried a couple of things and I apologize, I forgot to snap a few.. This is a pic of fried "wings" n egg rolls.. The fried wings had a well seasoned batter that was light, crunchy and quite tasty. The egg rolls were fried as well, the outside was a crunchy texture n the inside was hearty, tasty and if I hadn't know better could have passed for meat. Definitely worth a try. It was quite crowded and everything is cooked to order but it only took about 15mins. I will be back for more 'shrooms

This is inside the Hickory Ridge Mall. You go inside and head toward the food court. It's not the…read moreeasiest to find and it is kind of pricey. And it was delicious. I got the taco trio and got a different protein with each taco. All the heat "beef", no heat "beef", and chipotle "chicken" I would absolutely eat here again. None of us are vegan or even vegetarian. We all three completely enjoyed our meal.

I tried the small quesadilla with a side of sour cream. Get a fork because things can get a little…read moremessy! It comes with salsa, which I usually skip, but this time it was a great addition. While I wasn't a fan of the sour cream, the quesadilla itself was packed with plant-based meat that mimicked ground beef and had plenty of cheese. It could have used more spinach, but there was some in there. It was freshly made to order. I might return to try the lasagna, but while many might enjoy the quesadilla, it wasn't quite my thing. I'm not familiar with the area but this spot is located inside of Hickory Ridge Mall.

Muy buen servicio! 100% Recomendable! La comida muy rica y…read moreel ambiente es muy bueno!

We had a nice little meal here at this casual spot right along the western edge of Beale Street…read more Since we visited on a weekend evening, they had the whole road blocked off, so you had to enter from the north or west side to avoid entering the walkable area which requires you to pay a $5 entry. This entire restaurant is built on a slight slope, and they did not level the foundation when building out the restaurant, so if you're sitting at your table and the table is aligned north to south, you will see a slight lean to the flooring. Also, if you have any juices on your plate of food, the juices will flow toward Beale Street. I wanted to try their tamales but will have to do it on a subsequent visit. This visit we ordered the bowl of gumbo and the Memphis strip steak which is pre-cut for you. The gumbo is slightly salty but good. The strip steak was really good, filling and cooked to order. I chose new potatoes as my one side. Service here can be a little difficult depending how busy they are and how wild your fellow patrons in the restaurant can be. It took a long time to pay the bill here due to a large party coming in right when we were wanting to pay and our server was attending to them for about 15 mins while we were trying to flag him down. Other than that, we had no other problems. I would happily return the next time I'm in the downtown area and looking for food near Beale Street.

Everything about this business is exceptional, and it's clear that great employees are the reason…read morewhy. Olivia was our server, and she went above and beyond to make our experience outstanding. From recommending food and drinks to answering our questions about Memphis, she made us feel genuinely taken care of.

My friend made reservations for 3 of us for Sunday brunch at 11:30. Well reservations weren't…read moreneeded because we were the only people seated at a table; there was one man at the bar. We ordered 3 cocktails: Espresso Martini, Bloody Mary, and a Poinsettia. The cranberry juice wasn't available for the poinsettia and they didn't have seltzers, so my friend settled on a Prosecco. I was advised that the Bloody Mary would come with bacon. In the interim, we enjoyed munching on their signature popcorn. However, when it arrived (20 minutes later), it did not have it. I asked the server about it and the bartender quickly rectified the situation and added 3 green olives. My friend that ordered the prosecco thought it was fine. However, the friend that ordered the espresso martini was shocked by the presentation. First it was creamy white in color and the flavor was not quite right. It had an odd twang and not at all reminiscent of a typical espresso martini. My friends ordered the breakfast Mexican pizza and were pleased overall. I ordered the huevos rancheros breakfast hash and it was perfectly portioned and seasoned. Not too spicy and just the right amount of flair. Overall, the food was good, atmosphere was good, service was good, but the drinks were a bit tricky. ***I saved this over my review from over 5 years ago and it looks like we had a tricky time then too

The Genre is always going to have a customer in me. The parking situation was a little hectic but…read morethat was due to the school graduations happening. Their parking is $5 which isn't bad for downtown. When you walk in, you are welcomed with good music, good vibes and a dreamy blue light that makes any skin look good. (Think Belly, ifkyk). Went for my besties bday party so we were set up in the back in area where they called it the "Garage". It was a very nice space and open up to the outside area too. They did have a bar setup but no bartenders, made drinks in the front. The Food!!!! 10/10 and I will solely keep going for that fried catfish. My whole table had them. 1-2 pieces on catfish each. It's that good. I got some tenders with fries and a side of the spicy honey gold sauce. Best sauce that I had in awhile. Our waitresses Kim & Patrice were phenomenal to us the entire night. Anything that we wanted, we got it. For a Saturday night, they were on point with the service. The Chef also keep checking in on us too and that's something you typically don't see. Going the the bathroom, you can see artwork displayed. The bathroom has mouthwash as well. Perfect for ending the night.

Came here on a Saturday for a floral class taking place in the back. The class started at 4:30, and…read moreI arrived around 4:15 and waited in the parking lot. They do have their own lot, and parking was $5 for Genre customers, which was convenient. When I went inside around 4:30, it was pretty quiet--no music or activity--which was a bit surprising since the class was scheduled to start then. Shortly after, a gentleman came up front and let me know the earlier floral class was running over. I was invited to take a seat and given a menu in case I wanted to order while I waited. Ordering is done through a tablet kiosk right by the entrance. I can see how that might be a bit inconvenient if it gets busy, but it seemed to work fine during my visit. I ordered the 1-piece catfish with a side of okra. I was told it would be whole pieces, but it ended up being a large filet--which was still perfectly fine. My food came out in about 15 minutes. The catfish was a great size and fried to perfection--crispy and flavorful. It was served over a bed of okra, which unfortunately was a bit overcooked, so I didn't eat much of it. Overall, I'd rate the entrée a 7/10. I skipped ordering a drink since beverages were included with the floral class, and they actually brought me one while I waited, which I appreciated. I also noticed they offer hookah, which adds to the overall vibe. Once the music was turned on, the atmosphere really picked up and felt much more lively. I'd definitely come back to try more items on the menu and experience it during a busier time.

Had the pleasure of meeting the chef recently. We had an engaging conversation about her love of…read morepreparing healthy meals and enthuisam about managing her own business. In addition to being a visionary, she is intelligent and a highly motivated entrepreneur. I look forward to tasting one of her specialty meals on my next trip to Memphis.

The Food was so delicious and well cooked! the chef was…read morekind and helpful i love the Memphis Fries

Great lunch stop. Nice menu of burgers and sandwiches. We loved the white beans as a side. The hot…read morepastrami and Big Willy sandwiches were good We were there for a late lunch on a Monday so it was fairly quiet. We were greeted promptly and had friendly service. Worked out well en route to National Civil Rights Museum.

Oldest tavern in Memphis, in a cool part of old town. The Dill Pickle Bomb appetizers were…read moredelicious! Good Sweet Tea, but the bar choices were a bit depleted. My Catfish Plate was good, including Fries & Potato Salad. The Grilled Chicken was also good. Worth a visit!

Great food here! I had the Moroccan lasagna, and it was wonderful! Lots of filling, lots of…read morecheese & noodles, lots of food. My wife and daughter had the chicken pastilla. The cinnamon was wonderful and this could have been a desert! The lemonade was good and the ladies loved the tea! Definitely worth the stop!

Triple crown. Great food, service and atmosphere…read more Can't say enough about the experience at this restaurant. We were staying in the nearby hotel and wandered over. What a find. I would have paid 30 bucks for the tea. Mint, sweetened, yumminess. Come, eat, send me a thank you.