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Amelia Gene's, Memphis, TN

Amelia Gene's

4.8
4.8
513 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for creative cocktails
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

View menu on restaurant's website

What 513 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 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

    American

  • Memphis

    Best Food

  • Memphis

    Best Ambiance

  • Memphis

    Innovative

  • Memphis

    Hot spot

  • Memphis

    Great for fine wines

  • Memphis

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Amelia Gene's offers a captivating dining experience in downtown Memphis with "creative, beautifully designed" dishes and a "magical ambiance." The restaurant is praised for its attentive staff, "stellar service," and memorable menu items like the tasting menu and wagyu beef. Ideal for special occasions, it's a local favorite.

513 Reviews

  1. William VIP

    Atlanta3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic meal with amazing service, will definitely be back when I’m back in town

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best service from Jaden. Amazing food and great ambience!

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  3. Mary

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service, and atmosphere were amazing. It was one of the best meals I have had in a long time. I will be going back!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time! Staff were friendly and very professional. Each course came out in a timely manner but never felt rushed through the meal. The amuse-bouche soup was incredible!! We’ll be back!!

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  5. Lisa VIP

    Memphis/West TN70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our first time here, and we were celebrating my birthday. From the valet to the front desk, we were treated with smiles. A birthday acknowledgement from the lovely lady at the hostess stand started off our evening. The space is gorgeous! It's hard to believe this was the old William C Ellis & Sons Machine Shop. They kept some of the rustic characteristics while adding beautiful lights and a cozy ambience. Our server, Miso, (like the soup, ha!) was a joy to be around. He was so knowledgeable about the entire menu and had great suggestions. Our favorites started with the delicious Final Rose and Midnight Trolley cocktails. We then shared the Blackberry Oysters, Gulf Prawns, and Seafood Chowder. All were outstanding, flavorful and did not disappoint! My least favorite was the Charred Octopus Salad, which wasn't terrible but wasn't as flavorful as our other dishes. We should have stopped there, because we were getting full, but we had the New Bedford Hake and couldn't finish it! It was tasty, though. My husband's fav dessert is carrot cake, so we had to take a slice home. Can't wait to return to this lovely restaurant, cause we have other things to try. What a treasure for downtown Memphis!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Professional service, diverse menu, excellent experience. Highly recommend!

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  7. Erskine

    Memphis/West TN10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first visit. We choose it to celebrate my wife’s birthday. We were not disappointed. Our waiter, Jaydon did a great job explaining the menu and specials. He did not mind my wife and I asking additional questions through out our stay. Our entire meal from starter to dessert was a 10.

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  8. AJ3604

    Memphis/West TN4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience was wonderful. There’s complimentary valet parking which is a plus when dining downtown. We were greeted as we walked in and seated at our 5pm reservation time. Our server Marquis was delightful, he explained everything, gave recommendations and was just an overall amazing person. We liked everything we ate, loved the ambiance and plan to come back.

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  9. Jerome VIP

    New Orleans32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s one of our new favorite spots in downtown Memphis. Jackson gave great service and the menu was amazing from the drinks to the dessert. Will definitely be back for the espresso old fashioned and chocolate bread pudding!

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  10. Kelly

    Memphis/West TN1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal, beautiful place. Chef runs a tight ship!

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Amelia Gene's is rated 4.8 stars by 513 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 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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