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1. Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar
4.9
Exceptional(9859)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 60 times today
Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar is a full service restaurant with multiple dining selections for a guest to enjoy in a single dining experience. Flight offers the finest service featuring a knowledgeable wait staff from which guests can gain valuable insight to enhance their dining experience.Flight offers several distinct dining options: On the main floor, there is the hustle and bustle of friends and business people gathering together. The bar is a welcoming place for those dining alone to meet friends yet unmet, or for those who want a quick bite. On the balcony level, the booths and small tables, some overlooking Main Street, offer more privacy for business or a romantic date night.Please check The Wine Cellar at Flight Restaurant for additional dining options.
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2. Capriccio Grill Peabody Hotel - Memphis
4.4
Awesome(1638)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
No ordinary steakhouse restaurant, Capriccio Grill™ is known for having the best steaks in Memphis. Under the direction of Chef Andreas Kisler, steaks are flash-seared to seal in the juices and flavor producing the most succulent, flavorful steaks ever. Pasta dishes from "La Bella Italia" are cooked to al dente perfection and pizzas are wood-fired and served piping hot.Breakfast offers superb American and Southern specialties while the lunch menu features casual American fare like juicy burgers, hearty sandwiches, wood-fired pizzas and crisp salads.
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3. Texas de Brazil - Memphis
4.5
Awesome(5360)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Memphis
Booked 85 times today
Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.
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4. Chez Philippe - The Peabody Memphis
4.8
Exceptional(876)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 4 times today
Seasonal, local, sophisticated. Experience a culinary journey in Chez Philippe. Modern American cuisine meets French presentation in four courses or a seven course Tasting Menu by Chef Keith Clinton and Executive Pastry Chef Konrad Spitzbart.Located off the Grand Lobby of The Peabody Hotel, Chez Philippe is the MidSouth’s only Forbes Four-Star and AAA Four-Diamond rated restaurant and has been honored with the “Award of Excellence” from both Distinguished Restaurants of North America and Wine Spectator magazine. In 2023, USA Today named Chez Philippe the #1 "Best Hotel Restaurant" in the country.Serving Afternoon Tea and Dinner, Thursday through Sunday.Tasting Menu carefully curated by the culinary talents ofChef Keith ClintonExecutive Pastry Chef Konrad SpitzbartVegetarian Tasting Menu available upon request. Please advise of any food allergies or dietary restrictions when making your reservation. Reservations recommended.
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5. McEwen's on Monroe
4.9
Exceptional(2100)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 11 times today
McEwen’s on Monroe is passionate. Passionate about food, passionate about wine, and passionate about creating a place you long to come back to again and again. An eclectic blend of styles with the largest emphasis on Southern food raised to new and unusual heights. Lunch offers a wide array of excellent sandwiches, salads and business entrees, while dinner leans toward the more elaborate and inventive. Our commitment to a relaxed atmosphere and charming personality has enabled McEwen’s on Monroe to become one of Downtown’s most comfortable restaurants. Employing a knowledgeable and attentive staff always at the ready. In addition to the bar and dining room, our wine cellar is available for parties up to 20 people.
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6. The Wine Cellar at Flight Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(482)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 11 times today
The Wine Cellar at Flight Restaurant is a perfect spot for special occasions. As the reviews say, it's 'perfect for a date night', 'perfect for a special night out', and 'perfect for a business meeting'. The ambiance is intimate and beautiful, and the food is exceptional. The service is consistently commended as 'impeccable', adding to the overall special dining experience. Even more, they offer complimentary champagne for anniversaries, making it a memorable place for special occasions.
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7. Porch & Parlor Prime Steakhouse
4.9
Exceptional(3895)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 61 times today
Located in the heart of Overton Square, Porch and Parlor Prime Steakhouse offers the finest prime steaks and chops culminating in a Southern steakhouse experience.
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8. Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town
4.3
Awesome(2699)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Downtown
Booked 19 times today
Combine guests’ favorite recipes of 46 years as a revered Memphis dining establishment with extraordinary chef-created offerings, and you have the popular, award-winning Paulette’s Restaurant.Paulette's superb food, professional service, and warm atmosphere are consistent and unsurpassed. Tender steaks, fresh fish, Sunday Brunch, hot popovers with strawberry butter, and amazing desserts have afforded the restaurant national fame. As one food critic put it, “Paulette’s is a Memphis institution and for a very good reason.”Paulette’s is known as Memphis’ most charming and attractive restaurant with an unparalleled ambiance and the most appealing river setting. It blends beautifully into the scenic, much acclaimed, planned community of Harbor Town. It’s accessible by way of oak tree lined North Parkway, which continues past the Pyramid and over the Willis Bridge spanning the Wolf River Inlet.
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9. The Beauty Shop
4.7
Exceptional(2813)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Memphis
Booked 32 times today
Due to Covid regulations and our assurance of social distancing, we have decided to incorporate, The Beauty Shop, our sister music club, Bar DKDC, our newest Back Dō Oasis Patio behind the Beauty Shop and our patio out front of the Beauty Shop. In addition to the two outdoor igloos, we also now have multiple greenhouses outside to assist in social distancing and outdoor eating even during cold or rainy weather. These can be reserved via outdoor table bookings.This is one way we can keep social distancing in place and still give all of you a great experience when you come back to see us.We are looking forward to seeing all of you! We are doing everything we can to make sure your dining experience is comfortable and safe.
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10. Docks on Beale
new
(0)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
DOCKS ON BEALE is excited to join the Memphis food scene on the iconic Beale Street. Guests can expect an unforgettable dining experience with Instagram-worthy dishes, drinks and décor. At Docks we always say "the camera eats first". We will be open for brunch & dinner seven days a week. Docks will be a new go-to spot for celebrations, special occasions, and private events for locals and visitors.The elevated, but approachable space will feature a unique family-friendly menu that takes on flavors of old world and new world dishes and adds an artistic twist. A signature bar will offer mixologist-inspired takes on classic favorites while still boasting an impressive list of more traditional cocktails. Docks' impressive decor includes a magnificent faux tree with a 20-foot spawn of greenery that will be focal points in the dining room surrounded by plush velvet banquettes, ivy and plenty of social media-worthy photo opportunities.

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  • Bobbye
    Memphis / West Tennessee •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We arrived promptly at noon for our tea experience. We were seated at a lovely table with gorgeous linens. The china was delicate and covered in tiny flowers. Service was top notch. I had eaten there many times with my husband, but this visit was for my son and me. Solomon waited our table and gave a very timely description of what to expect from the Afternoon Tea. My son really appreciated the high quality tea that was served. The food was delicious but more than we could eat. Solomon packed it up for us in little boxes in a cute Peabody Hotel bag. I recommend this experience to anyone who wants a special treat.
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    Chez Philippe - The Peabody MemphisPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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    4.8
  • Rafe
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    McEwen’s is a downtown staple for fine dining. I’ve never had an anything but amazing food and excellent service.
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    McEwen's on MonroePrice: Moderate• Southern• Downtown
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    4.9
  • MikeVIP
    Memphis / West Tennessee •62 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    I have been here 5 times this month. This time they did not have gluten free bread, It would be really nice if you could get some and some honey mustard dressing. I love the Peabody it’s such a beautiful place. I am local and I come at least 5 times in December to see the tree and bring my friends. The duck master is amazing. Don’t know his name but it’s the younger one. I will be back tomorrow with two different friends. Just love this place.
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    Capriccio Grill Peabody Hotel - MemphisPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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    4.4
  • Andrew
    Memphis / West Tennessee •33 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We celebrated my son’s 20th birthday there and it was terrific! We go a few times a year but each time we go it’s always a great experience. We had amazing service, the salad bar is so good and plentiful. We always enjoy all the meats and the atmosphere is always great! Highly recommended. We have been coming for years and it never disappoints!
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    Texas de Brazil - MemphisPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Memphis
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    4.5
  • Crystal
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 16, 2024
    The concept of this restaurant is fantastic if you’re one that usually can’t make up your mind on what to eat. Little plates are served and nicely presented. Also wine or whiskey comes in flights. You can close as many as you would like but 3 is a good choice. Unfortunately, we didn’t have room for dessert but we’ll be back next time we are in the area. Such a great variety of meats and they had my favorite dish: chicken and waffles. The chicken was sooo tender! Everything was delicious and the service from Reece was impeccable.
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    Flight Restaurant & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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    4.9

Discover best special occasions restaurants in Downtown

Searching for the perfect dining spot in Downtown Memphis for special occasions? Look no further! Our curated selection of restaurants in the heart of Memphis / West Tennessee offers an array of options that cater specifically to making your celebrations memorable. Whether you're planning a romantic dinner, an anniversary, or a lively gathering with friends, these establishments ensure a top-notch dining experience with their exceptional service, luxurious ambiance, and gourmet cuisine. Downtown Memphis is known for its vibrant dining scene that combines Southern charm with sophisticated culinary innovations. Each restaurant brings a unique flavor to the table, often featuring cozy speakeasy vibes, chic modern aesthetics, or a blend of both. From intimate settings to more expansive venues, the attention to detail in both menu creation and customer service is evident. These restaurants not only promise delicious meals but also create an atmosphere that’s perfect for making any occasion extra special.

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