I don’t know about y’all, but we absolutely love going out to dinner for date night, and that is especially true at the beginning of the year. You had the bustling holiday season and events to go to, and then come January it’s all crickets. It’s my favorite time to get out for dinner. And with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you’ll want to add some of these favorites to your list. I am sharing my top 15 below for a great date night spot, so make a reservation and start checking out some of the best fine dining spots in Memphis!
Restaurants in Memphis for Date Night
1.) Acre – Modern Southern dining in Memphis.
2.) Amelia Gene’s – Contemporary fine dining experience in downtown Memphis.
3.) Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen – Italian food rooted in Southern tradition that was recently mentioned in the Michelin Guide.
4.) Catherine & Mary’s – Unique Italian fine dining in downtown Memphis.
5.) Char – Modern Southern steakhouse in Memphis.
6.) Chez Philippe – Classic French fine dining in the heart of downtown Memphis in the Peabody Hotel.
7.) Erling Jensen – Unique dining experience rooted in French tradition.
8.) Felicia Suzanne’s Restaurant – A Southern creole food restaurant on South Main that recently was mentioned in the Michelin guide.
9.) Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar – Fine dining with multiple dining experiences and “flights” to try in downtown Memphis
10.) Folk’s Folly – Memphis’ original steakhouse.
11.) Itta Bena – Southern fine dining with a Southern twist in downtown Memphis.
12.) Limelight – Creative Southern dining influenced by local ingredients.
13.) Napa Cafe – Definitely a hidden gem in Memphis.
14.) Porch & Parlor – Southern steakhouse located in the heart of Overton Square.
15.) Restaurant Iris – Memphis take on classic Creole cooking in East Memphis.
16.) River Oaks Restaurant – Modern French-American bistro located in East Memphis.
17.) Southern Social – Chef inspired cuisine with a touch of charm, history and the South.
18.) The Lobbyist – Modern American cuisine that was recently mentioned in the Michelin guide.
Memphis has quite the food scene, and it only continues to grow each year. It has been so exciting to watch so many new and local places open up over the years too. All of these spots are fine dining with great wine lists, a cocktail menu and a nice, romantic vibe. Depending on what you’re looking for, I promise one of these on this list will be perfect for date night! Which restaurant in Memphis is your favorite?
