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Amelia Gene's, Memphis, TN

Amelia Gene's

4.8 (583)
$31 to $50
American
255 S Front St, Memphis, TN 38103-3802

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
Amelia Gene’s, Downtown’s finest dining experience, welcomes a contemporary, globally inspired palate artfully designed to impress. Fine wines, classic cocktails, proper bites, and a can’t-miss cheese cart transport diners through a culinary journey with distinct hospitality that can only be found in this state-of-the-art, reclaimed space in Downtown Memphis.

Our menu emphasizes seasonality and a dedication to ingredient-driven preparations. Our Chef's culinary philosophy is characterized by restraint, allowing the innate qualities of the ingredients to eloquently express themselves. Our establishment is located adjacent to the Caption by Hyatt Hotel.

We are proud to offer an extensive wine list thoughtfully curated by our team. Should you wish to bring in a bottle not currently featured on our list, a corkage fee of $25 per bottle will apply, with a maximum of two bottles per party.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary French / American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (901) 686-5051
  • Website
    http://www.ameliagenes.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nate Henssler
  • Catering
    https://www.ameliagenes.com/private-dining-form<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Designed to make every moment special & every gathering unforgettable. We are dedicated to ensuring that every aspect of your experience meets your highest expectations, from our crafted menu to the cherished memories you’ll take away. See for yourself why Memphis Magazine named us one of the city’s most exciting new dining spots in 2024.
  • Location
    255 S Front St, Memphis, TN 38103-3802
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Front Street + M.L.King Jr. Ave.
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef Nate's Tasting Menu

    $60.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    In addition to our regular menu, enjoy a rotating five-course tasting menu—exclusively available Thursday evenings—featuring the freshest seasonal ingredients sourced locally. Designed by Chef Nate Henssler, each course highlights hyper-seasonal, complementary flavors, ensuring an element of surprise and exceptional service guides you through a unique dining experience. For an additional $30, enhance your tasting experience with a curated wine pairing, thoughtfully selected to complement each course. Whether you consider yourself a regular, a culinary adventurer or prefer to be guided by the chef, join us.
    Chef Nate's Tasting Menu Photo

Menu

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What 583 people are saying

Amelia Gene's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Best Ambiance

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Innovative

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Hot spot

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Great for fine wines

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Lively

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    American

  • Memphis

    Best Ambiance

  • Memphis

    Innovative

  • Memphis

    Hot spot

  • Memphis

    Great for fine wines

  • Memphis

    Lively

  • Memphis

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Amelia Gene's offers an exceptional dining experience in Memphis, combining "fantastic food," "amazing service," and a "beautiful atmosphere." Guests rave about the creative menu, attentive staff, and delightful ambiance. Highlights include standout dishes like short ribs and carrot cake, ensuring memorable celebrations and special occasions. A must-visit for food enthusiasts!
583 Reviews

  1. Dave

    Denver10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable experience! Food was wonderful and servers made excellent recommendations.

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  2. Sharon VIP

    Memphis/West TN23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had an awesome birthday! Totally enjoyed my 50th bday dinner

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  3. doug

    Memphis/West TN4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have eaten here several times, each time is remarkable and memorable. We appreciate the attention to detail as well as the excellent culinary offerings.

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  4. Bob

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We eat out quite often and have experienced many excellent restaurants in well over twenty countries. The meal, service, wine and surrounding architecture could not be improved in any way. Next time in Memphis we will definitely go back!

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  5. Nicholas

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience - the service, food, and ambiance was all top notch.

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  6. Jennifer

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely enjoyed our dinner at Amelia Gene's!! Taylor was our server and did an excellent job--we never felt rushed, she answered all of our questions and really made the experience next level. The food was amazing!! The short ribs were to die for. And the carrot cake was top notch--best we've ever had.

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  7. Susan

    Memphis/West TN6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our anniversary here, and the experience was great. We were greeted with a personal note on our table and glasses of champagne. Our food and cocktails were tasty, and we were especially fond of the soft-shell crab appetizer. The wait staff was friendly and attentive without being interruptive. Overall, it was a great experience, and we plan to be back. Thank you, Amelia Gene's, for making our anniversary meal a wonderful one!

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  8. Michael

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    DELICIOUS! From the first bite of the biscuit to the oysters, the potato fondue, and every bite of my monkfish, this meal was DELICIOUS. The setting is beautiful and the service was outstanding. We were celebrating my wife’s birthday and our family dinner at Amelia Gene’s made the celebration extraordinary. ,

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  9. Victoria

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best place for a date, birthday, or family gathering…hands down!!!

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  10. Kyle

    Atlanta4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    They don’t typically do brunch and it showed. Bad.
    Amelia Gene'sResponded on May 13, 2025
    Hi Kyle, Thank you again for taking the time to talk with me — and for giving us the opportunity to make this right. I’m truly sorry your Mother’s Day brunch wasn’t what you were hoping for, especially knowing how many great experiences you’ve had with us before. We put our best foot forward that day, but sometimes, despite our efforts, things just don’t come together the way we intend — and I’m so sorry that impacted your celebration. It truly means a lot that you're giving us another chance. We’re excited to welcome you back and deliver the experience you know and love — and hopefully turn that one star back into five. Warmly, Jessica Henssler General Manager 740-707-1642

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FAQs

Amelia Gene's is rated 4.8 stars by 583 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Memphis / West Tennessee
  4. Memphis
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Make a reservation

Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Amelia Gene's

255 S Front St, Memphis, TN 38103-3802

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Front Street + M.L.King Jr. Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary French / American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nate Henssler
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.ameliagenes.com/
  • Phone number
    (901) 686-5051
  • Catering
    https://www.ameliagenes.com/private-dining-form<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Designed to make every moment special & every gathering unforgettable. We are dedicated to ensuring that every aspect of your experience meets your highest expectations, from our crafted menu to the cherished memories you’ll take away. See for yourself why Memphis Magazine named us one of the city’s most exciting new dining spots in 2024.
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