Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Memphis

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Updated 05 November 2026

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Oaklawn Southern Dining

5.0

5 (821)

$31 to $50

American

Northeast Memphis

About the restaurant

Oaklawn Southern Dining offers chef inspired dishes, in a unique urban elegant atmosphere! We're minutes away from the popular Paris Landing State Park, and Land Between the Lakes. Our food has flavors from across the nation, featuring some of your well sought after prime steaks and seafood! We are intentional about dining and hospitality, and your whole evening experience from a girls night out, golf outing, date night, anniversary, and of course, helping you take the edge off with one of our Paris inspired crafted cocktails or maybe one of our many bourbons! We did not fall short from an excellent wine or champagne list for you to choose from to compliment your meal or special evening! We also think you will love the view from the old Oaklawn Home, built in 1954, but "remade" with dining and hospitality in mind. Finally, we've added complimentary valet parking with you in mind! Reservations are highly recommended! See you soon.

Top review

Jeff

Dined 7 days ago

Oak Lawn always offers a fantastic dinning experience.

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Popular dish

Diver Scallops

Popular dish

Fried Pimento Cheese Sandwiches

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The Ribeye

Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (10342)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

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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Denise

Dined 1 day ago

We ordered several different meal flights and they were outstanding! The Old Fashioneds were top notch, along with the wine and martinis. Flight never disappoints and our server Landon, delivered exceptional service! Five stars all the way around, from beginning to end! Memphis’s best! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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The Wine Cellar at Flight Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (598)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Carmen

Dined on 3 Oct 2026

The ambiance, food, service was excellent! From our server (Lily) to appetizer, salad, entree, dessert, and coffee- all was an amazing experience! Wish they would consider bringing the concept up to NJ and down to Florida!!!! The concept is amazingly well executed! Would love it to be near as I would make it my go to for all special occasions (and just because 😊).

Porch & Parlor Prime Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (4959)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

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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SandraGold

Dined 1 day ago

Celebrating a birthday with the entire family. Our server Chris was extremely professional and his fantastic personality contributed to a memorable evening.

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4.8

4.8 (5206)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

Downtown

About the restaurant

Located on the third floor of B.B. King's Blues Club overlooking historic Beale Street you will find Itta Bena "A unique delta experience". Whether entering from our private Second Street entrance or walking through the secret hall from inside B.B. King's Blues Club, Itta Bena is sure to capture your senses. The experience is further heightened when you step inside and find yourself surrounded by rich wood floors, vaulted ceilings, deep golden hued chandeliers and the faint sound of the bustling street below. Touching all the senses, we enrich your evening by offering a delta inspired menu of robust flavors and clean presentation. Itta Bena is a complete overwhelming of the senses that you must experience for yourself.

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Carol

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent food and service! Ambiance and music was great and the acoustics were good as well; it was not too loud. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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4.8

4.8 (1115)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

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 $40 per bottle will apply, with a maximum of two bottles per party. In support of our culinary program, outside food is not permitted.

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Daniel

Dined 3 days ago

An Outstanding Dining Experience! We had an excellent experience at Amelia Gene! The food was absolutely delicious, the presentation was beautiful, and the entire staff was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely considerate. A special shoutout to our waiter, Georgina, for providing exceptional service and making sure everything was perfect throughout our visit. The chef also deserves recognition for the outstanding quality and preparation of the food. Mariah was also great and very attentive, we appreciate her so much! It’s clear that the entire team takes pride in creating a memorable experience for their guests. From the food to the hospitality, everything was top-notch. Highly recommend Amelia Gene! We look forward to coming back!

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Chef Nate’s Tasting Experience | November 12th

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Memphis

4.7

4.7 (3068)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

East-Bartlett / Collierville / Germantown

About the restaurant

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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Ashley

Dined on 15 Oct 2026

The steak was absolutely delicious literally everything was delicious. Hats off to the Chef.

Fleming's Steakhouse - Memphis

4.7

4.7 (1447)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

East-Bartlett / Collierville / Germantown

About the restaurant

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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EricGold

Dined 1 day ago

Our date night was fantastic. Jeremy, our server was great. We started with the beef carpaccio plus sourdough bread and butter tray. Really solid and set the stage for my spinalis rib cap plus mashed potatoes. The caps were cooked perfectly. I added a trio of butter and all three were delicious. We split a carrot cake for dessert. All and all was a 5 star dinner. We will be back.

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Popular dish

Chocolate Lava Cake

Experience

Thanksgiving 2-Course Menu

Experience

Rooted in Sonoma featuring Silver Oak

Ignite Steakhouse

4.7

4.7 (1459)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Memphis

About the restaurant

Must be 21 & up to enter.

Close to downtown Memphis, Ignite Steakhouse is the newest upscale steakhouse in the Mid-South area. At Ignite, you will enjoy charcoal-grilled steaks, paired with your favorite wine or handcrafted cocktail.

In addition to premium steaks, Ignite also serves up local favorites with a farm-to- table experience. Food connoisseurs will appreciate the Chef’s Table, where guests can enjoy a chef-curated experience.

If you’re celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner, or looking for a great dinner Ignite Steakhouse will deliver a safe and memorable evening.

Ignite Steakhouse is a cash-free restaurant.

Must be 21 & up to enter.

Ignite Steakhouse charges a 18% gratuity to all parties of 6 or more.

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Krystle

Dined 1 day ago

10/10 Recommend!! Third time there and every time is as good as the time before!! Staff is amazing and the food is delicious!!

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Popular dish

Cheesecake

Walt and Ricky's Seafood Kitchen

3.9

3.9 (77)

$50 and over

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

Walt & Ricky’s is a modern seafood kitchen and oyster bar bringing elevated coastal flavor to the heart of Downtown Memphis. Overlooking the Mississippi River, the restaurant pairs fresh oysters, premium seafood, steaks and indulgent Southern-inspired dishes with handcrafted cocktails, martinis and a thoughtfully curated wine selection.
Designed for everything from date night and celebrations to cocktails with friends, Walt & Ricky’s blends sophisticated dining with unmistakable Memphis energy. Guests can settle in for dinner, gather around the oyster bar, enjoy drinks in our sunroom or take in the riverfront atmosphere from the patio. Our Private Dining room is perfect for your special occasion or group celebration.
Expect beautiful food, warm hospitality and a dining experience that feels polished without ever feeling stuffy. Whether you’re a Memphis local or visiting Downtown, Walt & Ricky’s is where seafood, cocktails and Southern style meet on the river.

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Sammie

Dined 2 days ago

If you’re looking for a good place to eat and enjoy a great dining experience, I highly recommend Walt & Ricky’s! The food is delicious, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the overall experience makes you want to come back. Walt & Ricky’s is definitely worth checking out!

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