15 Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee In East Memphis

1. Napa Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(1845)

Price: Expensive

• American • East Memphis

Booked 17 times today

Open since 1998, Napa Café is tucked away in a pleasant corner of Sanderlin Centré. Owner Glenda Hastings restaurant has received numerous awards and accolades, including Best Wine List, Best Business Dinner, and Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence. With its polished yet inviting interior, captivating artwork and distinctive cuisine, Napa Café elicits superlatives from first-time visitors, as well as from the guests who return again and again.

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2. Coastal Fish Company

4.9

Exceptional(8447)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Memphis

Booked 152 times today

Where the water meets the sky, Coastal Fish Company sits on the edge of Hyde Lake in Shelby Farms Park creating a picturesque location for diners to enjoy. Coastal Fish Company offers a unique fine-dining experience by having the freshest and best sourced seafood prepared in traditional styles and new twists. Want your favorite raw oysters ? Why not try them with one of our many savory sorbets. Care for a key lime pie to end your night on a sweet note? How about opting for the chocolate covered key lime pie to satisfy that chocolate craving. Along with all of the coastal fare, there are also ‘land’ options in both the appetizers and entrees that will satisfy any appetite. Whether you sit outside in the cozy patio almost touching the lake, inside at the bar area full of energy, or in the dining room at a spacious and comfy booth, you are guaranteed to have excellent service, a wonderful meal, and a beautiful view.

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3. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Memphis

4.8

Exceptional(2879)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • East-Bartlett / Collierville / Germantown

Booked 42 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Memphis, TN serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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4. The Capital Grille - Memphis

4.8

Exceptional(2341)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 45 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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5. Fleming's Steakhouse - Memphis

4.6

Exceptional(1322)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • East-Bartlett / Collierville / Germantown

Booked 25 times today

Your Memphis Fleming's is located on Poplar Avenue between Ridgeway and Massey, convenient to Ridgeway, Graceland, Beale Street and Tunica, MS. Fleming's in Memphis is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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6. Complicated Pilgrim

4.5

Awesome(280)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown / Cooper

Booked 15 times today

Located at the cultural heart of Overton Square, Complicated Pilgrim is an ideal respite for the weary traveler or local city slicker. Here our eclectic menu is served with a side of world-class service and a “door is always open” vibe. Enjoy local and regional fare inspired by our own distinctly Memphian perspective, paying special mind to fresh ingredients and partners who share our values of community and quality. Stop by the coffee-to-cocktail bar to get your day started and to end your night on a high note. Now serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.Complicated Pilgrim parking is located at the Overton Square Garage. We look forward to your visit.

7. Curfew - Memphis

3.4

Very Good(675)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

Where luxury meets soul, Curfew is an American tavern with craft cocktails, bold flavors, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Located on the main floor of Canopy Memphis Downtown, Curfew offers an elevated dining experience that seamlessly blends indulgence with connection. Whether you're on your way to AutoZone Park for a baseball game, heading to FedEx Forum to cheer on the Grizzlies, or simply looking for a place to unwind, Curfew delivers unforgettable flavors, impeccable hospitality, and a carefully curated selection of handcrafted cocktails and locally sourced brews. Join us for a meal that’s soulful, satisfying, and always worth savoring.

8. Southern Social

4.8

Exceptional(5724)

Price: Expensive

• American • East-Bartlett / Collierville / Germantown

Booked 63 times today

Aptly named for its locale, Southern Social nestles up to the old Southern Railway’s historic Germantown Depot and sits adjacent to Southern Avenue.Owners of downtown Memphis’ Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar have opened Southern Social. The top tier fine dining restaurant will reflect the high standards established at Flight. The restaurant features a chef-inspired menu, offering fresh seafood and prime steaks. Southern Social brings exceptional specialty cocktails and Flight’s award-winning wine selections.

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9. Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town

4.4

Awesome(2732)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Downtown

Booked 10 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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10. Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.9

Exceptional(9958)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 67 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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1. Napa Cafe

2. Coastal Fish Company

3. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Memphis

4. The Capital Grille - Memphis

5. Fleming's Steakhouse - Memphis

6. Complicated Pilgrim

7. Curfew - Memphis

8. Southern Social

9. Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town

10. Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar

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