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.

Was hard to find a place on a Monday night that could accommodate one of us who wanted ribs and one…read morewho wanted a healthier fish. We got both here! An older atmosphere, but the food was great and our young server was delightful.

Great food and friendly service! There wasn't a line and the wait for our food was not long at all…read more There were tables inside to beat the heat as well. My husband loves the bbq pizza and it was delicious per usual. My youngest tried brisket for the first time and had no complaints. The pimento cheese biscuit was great and my oldest daughter's pork sandwich was great.

It is worth the stop if you are driving through Memphis TN or live there…read more Food - Excellent Service - Great Ambiance - NOT upscale BBQ is incredible, same with the fish tacos and the potato salad.

What an exquisite Memphis find! Walkable from our Main Street hotel, we obtained an early evening…read morereservation. Seating was comfortable. The dining area and bar space was beautiful. Chef's Kitchen seating also appeared to be available. Melissa D was our knowledgable, highly competent server. She graciously accommodated our seating change when the young hostess placed a party member in direct afternoon sunlight. Wines were by the bottle or the glass. The mocktail "Jetset Radio Future" was excellent! I ordered the Fish entree: a redfish with crunchy chickpeas, lentils and a tomato chermoula. It was so very flavorful and satisfying. Highly recommended. Finished with a French Press of coffee and house made lemon ice cream. Price point was imo, entirely reasonable, considering the quality. Do note: a surcharge is added for credit card use; as well as an 18% tip.

My friend and I were here for trolly night. It was super busy so take my experience with a grain of…read moresalt. We sat on the back patio where the two servers were slammed with customers. The drinks were really good, but my food came out cold. The one bite I had was not impressive, but that could have been due to the temp. The servers were super nice and understanding so overall I would give this super nice spot another try!

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.

Date Night with my dude!! The vibe was chill!…read more It was a great place to watch the game, chill, laugh, and talk. The food was delicious, and the service was great. I'll give it a 10/10 We ordered: -Wednesday, 1/2 off whiskey menu -ANGRY RITA - Fiero habanero tequila, triple sec, pineapple, agave, lime, Tajín rim, Both drinks were lit!! -Buffalo Wings- House-made buffalo sauce. Served with dill ranch. -10" Stallion -Beef pepperoni, salami, ham, red onions, grape tomatoes, black olives, goat cheese, and balsamic.

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.

Every visit to CHAR Restaurant reminds me why it's one of my favorite dining destinations in…read moreMemphis. The crab claws were absolutely fire--perfectly seasoned, buttery, and cooked just right. Every bite was tender and packed with flavor, making them an unforgettable appetizer. The steak flatbread was equally delicious, layered with tender steak, fresh toppings, and perfectly melted cheese. The cocktails were expertly crafted and worth every sip. If you visit during Happy Hour (Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m.), don't miss the discounted cocktails, featured wines, draft beers, and appetizer selections. It's one of the better happy hour values in the city. Char Restaurant +1 Then came dessert--the legendary Butter Pecan Cake. This dessert had to be created in heaven. Warm, buttery, rich with toasted pecans, and paired with creamy vanilla ice cream, every bite melted in your mouth. It's easily one of the best desserts in Memphis. Even better, this masterpiece is also served at CHAR's sister restaurant, Amerigo. From the exceptional food and handcrafted drinks to the polished service and elegant atmosphere, CHAR delivers a five-star dining experience from beginning to end. Highly recommended. Order the crab claws, enjoy Happy Hour, and whatever you do... don't leave without the Butter Pecan Cake.

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

Went on a busy Saturday night to celebrate by birthday with two friends. One being an older…read moregentleman who is accustomed to high end dining. He noted right away that it was a beautiful space but the dress code, menu and some clientele behavior was not what he expected for a high end restaurant .... Myself and my friend loved the cuisine and the atmosphere, but I would note, the only thing on the menu that would be considered. "Classic" would be the steak. He had a hard time finding anything without a lot of culinary flourish(?). I would say this is a bad thing but your grandparents might not value what we do. Our waitress, Sky, was top notch! She had personality, was truly excited to serve us. Asked us about us. Told us a little bit about herself. All the good things! Would ask for her again. Five stars!!! She brought us a birthday treat not only for me but the others as well!