Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town

4.3

2701 Reviews

$31 to $50

Global, International

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2 people

Dec 24, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 12 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Global, International, Contemporary French / American, International
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(901) 260-3300
Website
http://paulettes.net/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
With five great spaces from which to choose, the staff at Paulette’s is very experienced in making every special event a memorable occasion. For small parties, the elegantly appointed Belle Memphis Board Room offers seating for 10. For larger events, Paulette’s offers private dining for groups up to 65. The popular River Hall, with its grand river view, can accomodate up to 80, and our outdoor Courtyard affords a very appealing space for up to 200. Whether for a reception, seated dinner, or buffet, the Paulette’s staff can assemble a menu that fits your budget and the occasion. To book an event, contact Events Manager Casey Collins at 901-552-7866 or email events@riverinnmemphis.com.
Private party facilities
With five great spaces from which to choose, the staff at Paulette’s is very experienced in making every special event a memorable occasion. For small parties, the elegantly appointed Belle Memphis Board Room offers seating for 10. For larger events, Paulette’s offers private dining for groups up to 65. The popular River Hall, with its grand river view, can accomodate up to 80, and our outdoor Courtyard affords a very appealing space for up to 200. Whether for a reception, seated dinner, or buffet, the Paulette’s staff can assemble a menu that fits your budget and the occasion. To book an event, contact Events Manager Casey Collins at 901-552-7866 or email events@riverinnmemphis.com.

Location
50 Harbor Town Square, Memphis, TN 38103
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Island Drive
Parking details
Street Parking
Entertainment
Before & after dinner, you can enjoy the cozy setting & hospitality of the LITTLE BAR, relax in front of the lobby's wood-burning fireplace set in an 1850s era New Orleans mantel and listen to the live piano music or the roof terrace with the best view in Town of the river. An extensive & carefully selected wine list is overseen by our Restaurant Manager.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Fresh Fruit Plate$9.00
Fresh Seasonal Melons and Berries
Honey Yogurt$9.00
Honey, Fresh Seasonal Berries
Cold Cereal & Fresh Berries$7.00
Raisin Bran, Cheerios, Special K, or Granola, Fresh Seasonal Berries, Whole or Skim Milk
Oatmeal$9.00
Brown Sugar, Raisins, Apples
Pastry Basket (2 Each)$12.00
Fresh Baked Croissants and Muffins, Jones Orchard Preserves, Strawberry Butter

Entrees

American Breakfast$13.00
Two Eggs Cooked to Order, Choice of Applewood Smoked Bacon, Sausage Links, or Country Ham, "Grit Girl" Stone Ground Grits or Breakfast Potatoes, Whole Wheat or White Toast
Eggs Benedict$14.00
English Muffin, Country Ham, Poached Eggs, Hollandaise Sauce, "Grit Girl" Stone Ground Grits or Breakfast Potatoes
Vegetarian Omelette$13.00
Fresh Spinach, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Gruyere Cheese, "Grit Girl" Stone Ground Grits or Breakfast Potatoes, Whole Wheat or White Toast
French Toast$14.00
Battered Brioche, Vermont Maple Syrup, Choice of Applewood Smoked Bacon, Sausage Links, or Country Ham
River Inn Pancakes - Regular, Blueberry or Apple$12.00
Vermont Maple Syrup, Choice of Applewood Smoked Bacon, Sausage Links, or Country Ham

Sides

Eggs Cooked to Order$2.00
"Grit Girl" Stone Ground Grits$2.50
Breakfast Potatoes$2.50
Applewood Smoked Bacon, Sausage Links, or Country Ham$4.50
Whole Wheat or White Toast$2.00
Croissant$4.00
Muffin$2.50
French Toast (1 Slice)$4.00

Beverages

Fresh Brewed Coffee$4.00
Espresso$4.00
Cappuccino or Cafe Latte$5.00
Fresh Squeezed Orange or Grapefruit Juice$5.00
Herbal Tea$3.50
Cranberry or Apple Juice$3.50
Hot Chocolate$4.00
Acqua Panna & San Pelligrino$5.00

What 2,701 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Memphis / West Tennessee
Great for brunch
Memphis / West Tennessee
Romantic
Memphis / West Tennessee
Great for scenic views
Memphis
Great for brunch
Memphis
Romantic
Memphis
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town offers "excellent food" and "fantastic ambience," making it a "must stop" in Memphis. Known for its famous popovers and "incredible" culinary delights, the restaurant provides a warm atmosphere with a view of the Mississippi River. While service can be slow at times, the staff is generally attentive, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience.

2,702 Reviews

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thomas
Memphis/West TN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoy Paulette's special Monday dinners. Great atmosphere on the MS River. Good reservation system and service and the food was very good.
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JohnF
Memphis/West TN
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
MONDAY night specials were great, very reasonable and delicoius.
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Nick
Fort Lauderdale
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great family christmas dinner tonight. The Paullete Filet was amazing as always, the sauce over the steak is the best, also the popovers and strawberry butter are always a hit. Our server Yolanda was kind and attentive . Thank you for a nice evening
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Kelly
VIP
Atlanta Metro
88 reviews
3.0
88 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
My husband and I waited 15 minutes at the door before we were seated at a table. The food was just ok, not bad but nothing to write home about. The bread basket was laughable, literally one piece. I tried their famous chicken crepe and although it was decent, the presentation was off for me. Not quite sure we’ll return.
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Lewis
VIP
London
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Very disappointed in brunch. Omelette was overcooked.
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Marquis
VIP
Memphis/West TN
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was not good at all. It was very bland and needed some seasoning. The drinks were good.
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Joe
Memphis/West TN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always the food and service was stellar! Our server Evan was great and very receptive to our needs. It's a very relaxing atmosphere where nothing is rushed! Have never really been disappointed!
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Shannon
Memphis/West TN
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Understaffed. Food took over an hour. Coffee was cold. Food was passable.
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Bryan
VIP
Memphis/West TN
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I hope this was just an off night. We had a reservation and were seated immediately. We were seated as a couple in a room for large parties in the back. We usually come to Paulette’s for the ambiance. There were large parties in the room and we couldn’t even hear each other speak. The table wasn’t even completely set. They had to grab glasses off another table and there were crumbs on the table. We sat at the table for around 15 minutes before anyone came to give us water and or take a drink order. I assume that they are understaffed. The food was ok , but we consider this a romantic restaurant and it missed the mark tonight. When we were leaving there were many tables that were empty in a quieter part of the restaurant. I’m assuming we weren’t set there due to lack of staff.
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Laura
Memphis/West TN
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed brunch at Paulette’s. The server was pleasant, but they seemed to be a bit short staffed even though they weren’t that busy. The popovers with strawberry butter were delicious! We enjoyed the mimosa and Bloody Mary. My son’s waffles looked divine! I enjoyed the crab cakes benedict. I would definitely eat there again.
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FAQs

Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (901) 260-3300.

Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town is rated 4.3 stars by 2701 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town

50 Harbor Town Square, Memphis, TN 38103

Additional information

Cross street
Island Drive
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Global, International, Contemporary French / American, International
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Before & after dinner, you can enjoy the cozy setting & hospitality of the LITTLE BAR, relax in front of the lobby's wood-burning fireplace set in an 1850s era New Orleans mantel and listen to the live piano music or the roof terrace with the best view in Town of the river. An extensive & carefully selected wine list is overseen by our Restaurant Manager.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://paulettes.net/
Phone number
(901) 260-3300
Catering
With five great spaces from which to choose, the staff at Paulette’s is very experienced in making every special event a memorable occasion. For small parties, the elegantly appointed Belle Memphis Board Room offers seating for 10. For larger events, Paulette’s offers private dining for groups up to 65. The popular River Hall, with its grand river view, can accomodate up to 80, and our outdoor Courtyard affords a very appealing space for up to 200. Whether for a reception, seated dinner, or buffet, the Paulette’s staff can assemble a menu that fits your budget and the occasion. To book an event, contact Events Manager Casey Collins at 901-552-7866 or email events@riverinnmemphis.com.
Private party facilities
With five great spaces from which to choose, the staff at Paulette’s is very experienced in making every special event a memorable occasion. For small parties, the elegantly appointed Belle Memphis Board Room offers seating for 10. For larger events, Paulette’s offers private dining for groups up to 65. The popular River Hall, with its grand river view, can accomodate up to 80, and our outdoor Courtyard affords a very appealing space for up to 200. Whether for a reception, seated dinner, or buffet, the Paulette’s staff can assemble a menu that fits your budget and the occasion. To book an event, contact Events Manager Casey Collins at 901-552-7866 or email events@riverinnmemphis.com.

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Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Grilled Salmon

Gulf Redfish with Crabmeat

Brioche French Toast

Lighter Fare

Fresh Fruit Plate$9.00

Honey Yogurt$9.00

Cold Cereal & Fresh Berries$7.00

Oatmeal$9.00

Pastry Basket (2 Each)$12.00

Entrees

American Breakfast$13.00

Eggs Benedict$14.00

Vegetarian Omelette$13.00

French Toast$14.00

River Inn Pancakes - Regular, Blueberry or Apple$12.00

Sides

Eggs Cooked to Order$2.00

"Grit Girl" Stone Ground Grits$2.50

Breakfast Potatoes$2.50

Applewood Smoked Bacon, Sausage Links, or Country Ham$4.50

Whole Wheat or White Toast$2.00

Croissant$4.00

Muffin$2.50

French Toast (1 Slice)$4.00

Beverages

Fresh Brewed Coffee$4.00

Espresso$4.00

Cappuccino or Cafe Latte$5.00

Fresh Squeezed Orange or Grapefruit Juice$5.00

Herbal Tea$3.50

Cranberry or Apple Juice$3.50

Hot Chocolate$4.00

Acqua Panna & San Pelligrino$5.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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