I've been here a time or two, and it gets more beautiful each time. The view is spectacular, and maybe even better, the prices are ridiculous. $3-$4 for a cocktail of your choice and pretty cheap bites if you're up to munching too - you really can't beat it. It's a great environment and a good place to grab a drink after work or just because. One might think that would constitute 5 stars, but time after time I've been here, the service continues to be subpar. It is not difficult to be pleasant. Try harder. I always feel like I'm inconveniencing the gentleman bartender who works many of the nights. I'm sorry you have to do your job; mine sucks sometimes too, but I manage a smile and a polite demeanor. But seriously, go. It's worth it. read more

Holy moly! That view! I attended the Special Olympics dinner here a year or two ago and was completely blown away by the view (especially at night...all those pretty lights!)...and yesterday (during the day) was no different (GORGEOUS!). I've heard rumors for awhile now that they a happy hour and it has been on my short list of things I want to try it. Well, yesterday I had a meeting in the bar area at 4 and decided to ring up a few friends after it was over to fully experience their happy hour. And honey, I'm so glad I did. Their house by the glass is only $4 and well liquor is $3. Tower Center, I think we're going to get along just fine (especially since my office is literally next door). But what really impressed me (besides that view), was the food! I am super picky about my cheese plates and not only was it pretty to look at, but it was yummy to eat (kinda important). And the chicken wings? Yes, please! They were so cute and tiny and delicious! I've actually never seen pretty chicken wings but somehow they managed to do it (no seriously, check out my photo). I also stole some bites of my dining partner's french fries and they were indeed just like I like 'em. And the pizza? Phenomenal! You've got to check out my food porn pics! They also rent out the venue space so take a peek around! read more

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This has the best view in Memphis! I worked Carol on a milestone Birthday for my Aunt. Everything was simply stunning, from the decorations,food, view, and the amazing staff! The Birthday party was a huge success! We will definitely use Carol and The Clark Tower event space for every special occasion in the future read more

I don't think many people know that Bistro 33 is now open for lunch. I met a bunch of girls for a fun lunch and we pretty much had the place to ourselves - hence we had great service in a lovely atmosphere with unbeatable views. Most girls had wine and we had a nix of food from salads to burgers to blts. Everyone was happy with their choice. I subbed green goddess dressing for my salad and it was good. Try it out! read more

Clark Tower is a massive, almost sky-scraping building in East Memphis that houses offices and a bank. But until last week, I didn't know that it also had a bar. The bar, which is located on the 33rd floor, is called the Tower Room. And, contrary to my initial impression at finding out that there's a bar in Clark Tower, you don't have to be some kind of captain of industry to drink there. You just take the elevator all the way up and walk in. And once you walk in, it's kind of awesome. The room is lined with huge arched windows that give a panoramic view of Memphis at rush hour. The Tower Room isn't all about the view, though - they've also got one of the best happy hours in Memphis. All of the drinks (including top shelf) are half price from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m., meaning that you can get a quality beverage for less than $5. They've got a small menu, too. read more

I absolutely Love this place! They made the Wedding planning and the Wedding day less stressful. I was treated like Royalty I am so unsure how they knew I was but they made Me feel like The Queen I am! Thank You to All of the Staff! Tina and Tara, I would have never known how AmaZing My day would be! Love You All! read more

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This place is kind of a "best kept secret" in my opinion. Atmosphere is almost unbeatable, never crowded, exceptional staff, and a great view 33 stories above Memphis! read more

The Tower Center - Beautiful view above east Memphis. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Beautiful view. Decent drink prices with a nice selection of bourbon. They appeared to have a nice menu of bar snacks though I have never ordered off the menu. I've only been there for private events that provided food from their catering menu. It is only open to the public for happy hour, though, so get there early. read more

Located on the 33rd floor of the East Memphis landmark, Clark Tower, The Tower Room is an excellent choice for events of all kinds. Perfect for business meetings, weddings, rehearsal dinners, etc., the view is extraordinary either day or evening. As I understand it, they have a new catering manager who's working on a new menu and dining options. I've been to lunch and dinner here in the past The food was great and I loved the elegant atmosphere - and coupled with the incredible view, it's unlike any other venue in the city. read more

Dropped in for a happy hour drink on a Friday night around 5:30. Of course, the draw of the place is the view. The view was good...but SPOILER ALERT: Memphis has a lot of trees. You'll mostly see the tops of trees. You can see downtown buildings and the pyramid in the distance, planes taking off from the airport, and the cars and the trains along Poplar. Drinks are reasonably priced - $3-5. They also have a small bar menu. It was quiet with only a 3-4 other parties in the place. As one of the previous reviewers mentioned - it does not have a "Happy Hour"/"TGIFive-o'clock" vibe. I think it seems like a good place to go for 1) a semi-romantic/private after-work drink date, 2) a business meeting, or 3) a group of people who plan to bring their own fun and don't want to have to wait for a table or yell in a crowded bar. read more

The Tower Center/ Bistro 33 sits on the 33rd floor of the Clark Tower in Memphis. While it is famous for hosting events, the bar itself opens Monday-Friday 4pm-7pm, offering delicious snacks and honest drinks. During these hours (happy hour), you can have a seat in a classy restaurant with views over the city of Memphis. The prices are amazing as well as the food, with house wine for $4 and delicious cheese plates for just $8. The menu is small, but the service and ambience are spectacular. Allie was our gracious host and she was friendly and makes a great drink! This is definitely a nice place to have an after-work drink, with soft lighting and no blaring televisions. Tower Center is definitely worth a visit. read more

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Don't know how this could get any better. Laid back atmosphere, cheap drinks, attentive bartender, excellent panoramic view of Memphis. One of the, if not the, best bars with a view in Memphis. read more

This place is FABULOUS!!! Frankly, looking at the pictures online and in magazines, I assumed the cost would be astronomical- but it was comparable to the other venues I had looked at for our daughter's wedding reception 2/10/18. From start to finish the staff treated our event like it was the most important one they had ever handled. My tiniest request was vital to them. Tara Jones worked with me to plan the reception and she was absolutely wonderful! All of our guests said it was the best reception they had ever been to- the stunning room, the service of EVERY staff member went above and beyond- and the FOOD!!!!!!! Many, many thanks to Tara, Vickie, Carol, Wade and the entire staff for making our special day more PERFECT than I could have dreamed!!!!! read more

We went last night for happy hour before we met a friend for dinner! I'm obsessed! This is my new favorite happy hour place. Granted, they are only open from 4-8, but they have an awesome view! We munched on mashed potato egg rolls. Yes, I said mashed potato egg rolls.... Sooooooo good! Drinks are a great price! read more

I've been postponing writing this review because I really don't want people to know about the weekday happy hour at the tower bar. It is the best happy hour in town! This is my hands-down favorite place to come to for a fancy drink, and the prices are absolutely amazing! Any drink is virtually for 4$. And the drinks are phenomenal! The place isn't usually crowded which I love. And one of the main reasons I've been going more often is the awesome bartender they have working there (Allie you're the bomb!!). She's so friendly and chatty and always knows what I want to drink without me even saying it. The food here is delicious and incredibly cheap. They also have daily specials for 3$!! Yes people. Yummy and fancy snack food for 3$! The other thing I love is the view. Gorgeous. You can also rent the place for weddings or special events. Definitely worth it. They're open Monday through Friday from 4pm to 7pm. Perfect place to unwind after a long day or to start off the night with a bang! I have to mention that the setting here is slightly fancy. The crowd usually includes older people in suits. This is no place for frat boys or partying undergrads. Which makes it perfect in my opinion, and which is why they close so early. They know exactly which crowd they are tailoring to. Final tip: park in the garage. It's free! So big yes to this place. I wish I could give it more stars! read more

They have a great happy hour special. I believe wine was $3-$4 per glass. They also have food specials and the food was very good. They are only open during the week from 4 pm-7pm and specialize more in catering than restaurant business. The reason for the off key review is that the service was lackluster. There was only one person working the entire space. She was friendly, but could really use some assistance. read more

Heard they had a fantastic happy hour, was looking forward to it, finally made it to the top of Clark Tower to experience it. Truth be told, perhaps the worst happy hour atmosphere I've ever experienced. Yes, the view, the view, the view was great. There was only 1 waitress/bartender for the entire place. When we arrived, only 3 tables were occupied, 1 by the people we were meeting. Initial drink order - fast. But, you don't twist a lime in a Crown & 7, especially when the 7 is flat. Apps were good, cheese plate and chicken pizza. Pizza was the best of all. Another round came timely, but, then...1 worker was behind the bar, couldn't get out, a few more people showed up, but, not over crowded, in fact, disappointed there weren't too many people there. Had to eventually go to the bar to get our tab. I'd rather go to a HH where there's: 1 - people, 2 - fun atmosphere, 3- nice drink & food options. They need a shot of B-12 or something to survive. (& is Molly Ringwald coming there on 8/10 equal to a shot of B-12, I don't know) read more

My wedding was held at the Tower Room this past September. We had the entire floor to ourselves and our guest were able to enjoy a beautiful sunset during our ceremony and dance the night away with the espectacular views of the city. However, their staff was HORRIBLE! 1. My leftover wedding cake (1 and 1/2 tiers) were thrown to the trash! They told me they were taking it to the back to box it off. When I asked for it the staff acted like they didn't know and told me it was in the trash! I was in total disbelief that someone would just do that. 2. Our guest complain that the serving staff rushed their plates of the table and they were rude. During the middle of the reception several of the serving staff started taking photos in our photo booth. 3. We asked for the bar to be wine and beer only. They didn't respect that and in less then 30 minutes our tap ran off. Due, to the expensive price of hard liquor $1,500 in 30 minutes. 4. We asked the wedding coordinator to meet with us after we came back from our honeymoon! She never returned our emails or calls! This place left me with a sweet and bitter taste. I loved my wedding because my husband, family, and friends shared that moment with me. But, I felt disrespected by this venue. Overall, the place is beautiful but, I would not recommend it! read more

I LOVE this place. Just don't everywhere come here at once... I don't want to share! Delicious small plate food, amazing atmosphere, incredibly cheap drinks. The bartenders are great and friendly, and will try to make you anything that suits your fancy. Allie is totally the best, she's hands down my favorite bartender OF ALL TIME. She makes great specialty martinis and she's the best. Ask for a Hello Kitty or a caramel apple martini. Just trust me. read more

Tried this restaurant after seeing an ad online. Glad we did! The best french onion soup I've tasted! Halibut and Tilapia were both delicately prepared and delicious - I was told the chef hand filets each piece of meat and fish. Breathtaking view of Memphis from the 33rd floor of the Clark Tower. Great service from the waitstaff (Josh was our waiter and he was fabulous). Reasonable wine & food prices (Lunch from $6-$14, Dinner Entrees from $15-$28). I believe the Tower Room is now under new management and the head chef is the same guy that was at the old Roustica. Good for a romantic dinner or business lunch. read more

As others have said, this is a hidden jewel in Memphis. No advertising except word of mouth, which keeps this place honest. It really is designed for weddings, big parties and special events, but their lounge/happy hours are unique and refreshing. The bartenders are friendly and make excellent cocktails. The prices are super affordable for the rather upscale atmosphere, with a great view of Memphis. No draft beers, but plenty of bottled selection and decent variety of wine and spirits. If you haven't been, try something to eat, anything, its all delicious. The fries are ridiculous and the remoulade sauce would bring me back in its own right. Also cant recommend the crab cakes highly enough. While most food items are not "hearty" the portions are more than enough for a light dinner or appetizer before heading out for the night. The ambience is very relaxed, with comfy chairs, chill music, and is the perfect place to quietly unwind with friends after a long week. They are not open for long, I think its something like 4-7 or 8 pm; and only on week days as this venue is almost always booked for some kind of event. Parking is convenient and free! Check out the West side of the Tower and park in the garage, you'll be on the 3rd floor with easy access to the elevators. Definitely check this bar out, especially for a date or even for a work dinner/drinks as it will impress without breaking your wallet! read more

WARNING FOR BRIDES OR REALLY ANYONE PLANNING AN EVENT! I am so heartbroken about what has transpired. My brother and his fiancee are getting married Feb. 26 of 2011. I have been searching and helping to plan the wedding (as I am maid-of-honor & the bride is an out-of-town bride living in Nashville) since June. I went to view The Tower Room on July 11th as a possible venue for the reception. A man named Lance showed us the room that day and said, if we decided on the place, a woman named Kristen would be working with us. We were told at that time that the date was free. I loved the view. The ballrooms were a bit 1920s feel, but they were nice. The view was the winner and after looking at reviews of the place and hearing the details on rates I was convinced that this was it. The bride and groom were there that day and equally loved the place, but preferred the Summit Ballroom, the bigger ballroom. By Mid-August we had started making payments to make the down-posit of, I think $1,800 with a room rate of $6,000 minimum. At this point we were working with another girl, I have forgotten her name as my mother was the one making the payments. We were again told at this time that the date was free. By this point Kristen (I believe her name was) had been fired. By the time we were around to the second payment we were now back to working with Lance as that girl had now been fired. He had written up a contact, promising us the Summit Ballroom (in the contact), and saying we were making payments on the down-posit and saying that by Feb. 15 all the money for the room was to be due. We went up there almost weekly with payments. Basic details for the event being confirmed each week, with them taking our money. We made payments for some time before we had a death in the family were we stopped making payments for about three weeks. It came time to order invitations and we called to check the room and everything. In mid-November we spoke with a woman who told us we did have the Summit Ballroom for the 26th and so on. We had also called a couple times previous to this and spoken to other women supposedly working there who confirmed the same details. A week after we ordered the invitations ($600) they called and told us we no longer had the Summit Ballroom, they had given it to a bigger party of 250 people (we only had 200) that had supposedly been booked since July. They were sorry for the mistake but they would be able to put us in the smaller ballroom. We did not want the smaller ballroom as it is a long, very odd rectangular shape. We were VERY upset and did not buy that this party had been booked since July. They then told us that Lance had now been fired. They offered us free drinks and linens of our desire. We said we would consider it and that we wanted to view the room again and discuss it that Sunday as it was the only day the bride would be in town until December. She was having the bridal shower Saturday and leaving Sunday and the only possible time she could meet would be Sunday morning. We were called back a couple days later (the day before the bridal shower at my house) and told that they were taking everything back that they said (as the drinks and linens go), that we had suddenly breached our contact, and we were told by some woman that we must speak with Wade, the owner, who was unable to speak at that time. This was the first time we had heard of Wade! When my mother spoke with Wade today (for the first time ever, his existence only being revealed when his name was mentioned in the previous phone conversation) he told her that we had breached the contact (by supposedly not making the down-posit in time??? although a time is not specified on the contact) and they were keeping the money ($1,400) and were not offering us any ballroom and were finished with us. When my mother tried to explain that Lance had said this and that she was told that it did not matter what Lance said. Wade would not let her get a word-in at that point. She replied, "I am trying to say something." Wade then replied rudely, "Well, I am done with listening to what you have to say." And at that point he hung up. It was 5 minute conversation, monopolized by him telling us that we had no options and were without a venue for the reception when the wedding is just three months away! My mother spent most of today in an attorney's office in tears over the whole ordeal. The new management of The Tower Room is disorganized, rude, and unprofessional. After the second "firing" we should have ceased everything with them. This is the most horrific thing that could have happened in the wedding planning, and in this economy with our families' budget, $1,400 is not something that we can just allow to be stolen from us. I am so upset and I hope no bride or event planner has to undergo something like this read more