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Amelia Gene's, Memphis, TN

Amelia Gene's

4.8
4.8
489 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • 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.

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
    Jacket Preferred
  • 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, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef'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's Tasting Menu Photo

Menu

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What 489 people are saying

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Best Food

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Best Ambiance

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Innovative

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Hot spot

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Great for fine wines

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Romantic

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    American

  • Memphis

    Best Food

  • Memphis

    Best Ambiance

  • Memphis

    Innovative

  • Memphis

    Hot spot

  • Memphis

    Great for fine wines

  • Memphis

    Romantic

  • Memphis

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Amelia Gene's in Downtown Memphis is a culinary delight, known for its "fantastic food" and "exceptional service." Diners rave about the "unique menu offerings" and "impeccable waitstaff." The ambiance is "romantic," and the restaurant excels in special occasions, offering personalized touches. "Best restaurant in Memphis," with an unmatched dining experience.

490 Reviews

  1. Kate

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every bite was perfect. Being able to taste individual ingredients, that all complement one another, to create an interesting flavor was divine! Not one of the things I tried had too much or too little of anything. The only part I’m sad about is that I couldn’t stay longer to eat more! Staff was wonderful about getting us out the door on time for our show. And with such an open space, I expected there to be more noise. I am pleasantly surprised that noise is minimal. Will be back, but not soon enough!

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  2. Doug

    VIP

    Memphis/West TN

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was as I expected - excellent!! Best in Memphis, possibly best for miles and miles around.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Mostly everything was great. The one complaint we had is that the seating just off the bar area was very tight. Maybe lose 1 table to give diners and little more room so it doesn’t feel so cramped.

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  4. Talisha

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the restaurant and Leslie’s service was outstanding!

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  5. andrea

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    48 reviews

    2.0

    48 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant seemed disorganized. Although not full, the staff couldn’t get the food ordered or delivered in a timely manner. The soup was cold. Overall, not worth the price.
    Amelia Gene'sResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Andrea, It was truly a pleasure speaking with you just now, and I want to thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Your feedback means so much to us, and I deeply regret that your visit didn’t reflect the level of hospitality we pride ourselves on. We always strive to create memorable moments for our guests, and I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to make this right. I’m grateful for the chance to welcome you back and ensure your next experience is nothing short of exceptional. We can’t wait to host you again, and I look forward to personally ensuring that every detail of your visit is exactly as it should be. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s anything I can do to enhance your next experience. Warmly, Jessica Henssler General Manager, Amelia Gene’s

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  6. Kevin

    Memphis/West TN

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very exciting new choice for downtown foodies. Thoroughly enjoyed it and I will be back.

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  7. Amy

    Memphis/West TN

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and our server Lexi was extremely attentive.

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  8. Jennifer

    Little Rock

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was an excellent experience. We arrived before a show at the Orpheum, we were asked if we had a time restriction, which they met with no issue. Everything that we ordered was perfectly prepared. Zero complaints or criticisms. Staff was on top of everything, even if it wasn’t their table. Definitely an excellent foodie add to the downtown Memphis scene!

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  9. Chris

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time dining here for a birthday dinner 🎂 Everyone went out of there way to make it a special night The atmosphere and food was excellent The wait staff was fantastic

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  10. Cali

    VIP

    Memphis/West TN

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic. Downtown Memphis has needed an upscale restaurant like Amelia gene!!

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FAQs

Amelia Gene's is rated 4.8 stars by 489 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 17 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
    Jacket Preferred
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nate Henssler
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, 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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