Service was excellent, food was fantastic. I had a cup of loaded potato soup, and I could not…read moreshovel it into my mouth fast enough. Also had the Tuna and jungle of greens, friend had the Salmon, and both were great. It is placed in a cool older building, with a nice selection at the bar.

This place was very interesting to me. The look and vibe of it was very nice. It is a more upscale…read morerestaurant which is always nice for a special evening out. The food however was honestly meh (in my opinion). I got a creole dish and to be fair my dish looked beautiful. The plating was 10/10 but the taste for me left something to be desired. After eating this dish I questioned if I even like creole sauce because it really just wasn't that good. If this is a preference issue, I honestly don't know. I also thought the charcuterie appetizer had a weird mix of items on it from club crackers, to meat and cheese, and random veggies. Not bad but just kind of a weird mix. My husband ordered the salmon and he said it was good, not the best he's had but it was good. Other friends of ours got the white fish among the many other dishes. I did have a salad with these apples on it which was incredibly yummy. I will say though my dish looked amazing some of the other dishes were not plated well. Not to nitpick but to want to be considered a more upscale restaurant which means charging guest more money than say a local Applebee's then knowing how to appropriately garnish or drizzle sauce to elevate at plate is important (see my picture of the chicken dish). All and all not my favorite restaurant but definitely not the worst!!

Very stylish place. Felt high-end without exorbitant prices. Nice tables, nice fabrics, beautiful…read moreinterior. Love that they're playing a movie, but the large plants block it so you cannot see it from many seats. We had fantastic service from Kia. Our lunch was delicious. The salmon and BLT was so good. As was the famous grilled cheese.

I've gone to The Majestic Grille a number of times across the year (surprised I hadn't reviewed it…read moreby now) and one thing they are is consistent. It's just that it's consistently average. I love the ambiance and the vibe of the place; it's pretty neat how it used to be a theatre, and they have kept presence of that history in the place. Beyond that, there's very little that pushes me to really want to go to this place, while at the same time acknowledging that I don't find myself being negative if a friend or someone else picks here. The food is decent, the service is really hit or miss, and I've always found them to be quite slow ... so it just hits average for me. Not something I'm picking but not something I'm dreading if it is picked.

Straight-up comfort food perfection. Everything on this plate was --crispy bacon, perfectly cooked…read moreeggs, hash browns with that just-right crunch, and the biscuits & gravy? Elite. Absolute main-character energy. Portions were generous, flavors were on point, and nothing felt rushed or sloppy. On top of that, the service was top-tier--friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. This is the kind of breakfast that fixes your mood and makes you plan your next visit before you even leave. 10/10, would demolish again

Man, the menu at Elwood's Shack is huge--almost overwhelming on a first visit. Thankfully, right…read morewhen I walked in, someone pointed me in the right direction and said, "If you're trying to decide, go with the Redheaded Stepchild." I took the advice, and I'm really glad I did. It was fantastic--stacked with pulled pork, smoked sausage, and beef brisket, all topped with slaw and BBQ sauce on a bun. I also tried a bite of the barbecue bologna, which is a thick-cut slice served on white bread, and that didn't disappoint either. Inside gets pretty smoky, so you'll probably prefer sitting outside. Luckily, there are plenty of picnic tables and seating areas to choose from. I didn't catch the name of the guy who helped me, but he was friendly, energetic, and made the whole experience even better. Overall, a really enjoyable visit.

The food - amazing! The service - amazing!…read moreThe cocktails - amazing! The atmosphere - amazing! Highly recommend.

Service was lovely (but more on pacing later), ambiance very buzzy. We went here on a rec from a…read morelocal couple who have lived in Memphis their whole life. The food was good but not the "Michelin hype" we were told to expect. The most interesting thing was the Bucatini - it was supposed to be a miso fennel verde and really tasted nothing of miso and mostly like a tomatillo salsa. It was still delicious but not what we'd expected. The corn mash was good - the bacon jus starts to solidify quickly so you can't be afraid you're eating a fatty, heavy dish. It needed a little acid or brightness to balance out IMO. There were micro greens but I would have liked more of them. The broccolini is exactly what you'd expect, also too al dente (even for me! I love a firm veg!!) and the Brussels sprouts were SO SALTY the dish was nearly inedible, which was too bad because the sauce / dressing was really good and adding little ruffle like potato sticks to it added nice texture but I could only have two bites. I will say the Foccaia bread service looked incredible (we did not order it). It seemed like a great group HH shareable. The focaccia looked fresh with crispy edges and fluffy; it was a big round boule about the size of a salad plate. I would go back to try that! I believe the menu changes frequently so that's a reason to return. We were just passing through though so would probably try somewhere else if we were to come back to Memphis. The worst part about it was actually probably the pacing of the meal. Dishes came out essentially all at once and given everything leaned kind of heavy and salty there was no reprieve or way to cleanse the palate between items. Granted, this is family style so ordering 4 dishes for 2 people is maybe not ideal, it still just felt rushed and overwhelming.

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.

They didn't have any internet to process the total and asked me to go next door to pull out cash to…read morepay. Something they could've done at the beginning. It's in a shitty area with people hanging around outside. The food was ok

Jackson Ave., with a couple of notable exceptions, really tests my adventurous-eating mettle. This…read moreparticular stretch makes Summer feel like Shady Grove to me. I've passed by 7 Mares for years, riveted by the sweet murals with sharks, mermaids, and Mexican dishes painted in the windows, and yet paralyzed by thoughts of a massive language barrier, or a filthy establishment, or something darker - with fear driving my fantasies inevitably to a cartel-style execution awaiting me inside. But I've also imagined it to be the next great Mexican restaurant in town, which I'm on a continual quest to find. I finally got the nerve to go in today, and I was worried for all the wrong reasons. Make no mistake, this IS a dicey part of town. There is a lot of, uh, colorful foot traffic. (El 7 Mares shares its building with a small corner store.) But 7 Mares is an oasis from the outside. No record scratched when I walked in. It was cheerful (with plenty of Halloween decorations adding spirit) and clean enough upon a cursory inspection. I was greeted warmly in fluent English. Even the TV was airing a program in English. (Red flag?) There were several (diverse!) tables of customers in the small front room, with a few people at the tin-roofed bar. I was very relieved to have my assumptions proved wrong. Sadly, the disappointing part of my experience was the food. I have to say that I didn't find the next great Memphis Mexican food today. I went with a safe, standard choice for me: enchiladas suizas with a side of guacamole. Chicken was the only option for these enchiladas. 7 Mares provides free chips and salsa. The salsa was average at best, and the guacamole I ordered was subpar. The salsa reminded me of Los Picosos - not bad, but not my type. I can't verbalize the flavor, but I think it's a combination of sweet and tangy. And quite mild. The guacamole was really creamy, as if it had been mixed with sour cream. Again, edible, just "unnatural" and not very good. I haven't had the processed grocery store guacamole in many years, but this didn't seem too far from what I remember of that stuff. As far as the enchiladas, they were not a good example in my experience. The menu mentioned a tomatillo sauce (that's what defines the dish, right?), but I swear there was nothing but cheese on these. And a ton of it at that. The chicken was good - tender and well seasoned with peppers cooked in. But these weren't the enchiladas suizas I've grown to love. I'll keep going to Playitas when I'm craving those. I may end up giving 7 Mares another try, but there are a ton of proven restaurants in the vicinity - Macon and Summer to the southeast - that already have my loyalty. Things would have to improve dramatically for me to come back a third time.

I was really excited to finally try this spot and left feeling a little less disappointed that it…read moretook me so long to get here. About everything was average at best, compounded by the fact that our waitress was about as thrilled to be working as the bowling pins were to be knocked down repeatedly. The pizza as well was fine but nothing Marco's couldn't pop out just as well. Of course, the bowling is a big draw, and it was definitely fun and easy to operate - definitely a good idea as a concept, just needs some fine-tuning to be truly solid.

Rock'n Dough in Memphis is a fun spot that combines a brewery atmosphere with solid, well-executed…read morepizza. I ordered the Marg (their margherita), and overall it was a satisfying pie. There was a bit of cheese slide, but the rich, flavorful tomato sauce paired beautifully with the fresh tomatoes, which really carried the slice. The cheese was good, and the crust was thin and crisp with a decent structure that could handle some weight without falling apart. I've also had their vegan pizza, which deserves a shoutout. It's genuinely quite good, made with very fresh ingredients, and it's refreshing to see thoughtful vegan options on the menu. Rock'n Dough delivers a decent pie whether you're plant-based or looking for the classics.

Amazing brunch. Good drinks! Very elegant atmosphere to have dinner or brunch with friends. Prices…read moreare very reasonable too!!

We visited Char for Easter, and overall, the experience was just okay. Unfortunately, nothing…read morereally stood out. The grits were hard, and the crabcake appetizer came out cold--though the sauce on top had great flavor. None of our food was served piping hot, which was disappointing. The crab claws were a highlight--buttery and well-seasoned. We did have to send our fries back for a fresh batch, and the shrimp and grits were just average. The best part of the meal was definitely dessert--the double brownie with pecan ice cream was delicious and saved the experience a bit. On a positive note, the service was good--Liz was great and very attentive--and the atmosphere of the restaurant is really nice. Overall: decent, but not a standout. 7/10

I celebrated my Birthday at Amelia Gene's Executive Chef…read moreNate Henssler along with his entire staff added to a very calm and relaxing atmosphere The food was very delicious from the Duck to the Biscuits we ordered almost some of everything on the menu The complimentary soup was delicious and the Birthday goodies along with a Birthday Card from Executive Chef Nate Henssler I'm planning on returning for Thursday Tastings

My wife and I took our son to celebrate his graduation from the University of Memphis. Amelia…read moreGene's is his favorite restaurant and he has been a few times to celebrate other special occasions. This was the first visit for my wife and I but it will not be the last. Kelsie Nicholson was our server, who my son commented was "his favorite" based on past experiences. Kelsie was knowledgeable about all aspects of the menu and paid attention to our allergy restrictions. She was also helpful in navigating the tasty options for all five courses of our meal with thoughtful suggestions and great advice. The vibe of the restaurant was special and timeless but not dated. The mood was lively with a nice selection of low volume but energetic music played on the speaker system. The biscuits were excellent, my son's Blackberry Oysters were perfect, the cheese cart was an adventure and the desserts were incredible! Roasted Duck, Short Rib and Filet were our entrees and we also had a Raviolo and Lumache for our pasta course. Five stars all the way around for this fantastic experience! Inhale Peace, Exhale Love Hu!

Best wings I've ever had. The Memphis soul and the Hot Honey are AMAZING!!! My girls Love the honey…read moregold.

My family recommended this place when I came to visit a couple months ago…read more I won't lie - the food was delicious. The lemon pepper chicken was on point. The strawberry cake was delicious, and the fries were seasoned perfectly... Unfortunately the taste of food is not the only thing rated for quality. I had a problem with a few things : 1) The actual cooking staff did not wear PPE (face masks) while preparing the food until I mentioned they weren't wearing them (we're in the middle of the COVID19 pandemic). 2) The wait time was ridiculous. We ordered our food via the phone, but it still wasn't ready after traveling the 25 minutes we traveled to get there, because they had apparently given someone else our order by mistake. 3) The woman they had answering the phone for the orders was often distracted. She was nice, but she had messed up our order over the phone. I love supporting black businesses, so I was excited to support this restaurant. I know the owners are natives of the area, which means they have local experience and know what's good in the city ... and to be honest, the food definitely sells itself! It' just the service needs a lot more work, and I hope they get that part of it together. They are definitely worth fighting for!!