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Folk's Folly Prime Steak House, Memphis, TN

Folk's Folly Prime Steak House

4.8
4.8
2772 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 25 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
The Folk’s Folly story began in 1977 with unconventional origins, as the best stories often do.

Native son Humphrey Folk, Jr. was a prominent and shrewd developer, whose hard work carried him all over the country, cultivating his sincere appreciation of food and fine wine.

Undaunted by a complete lack of restaurant or culinary experience, he decided to convert a quaint and intimate house into a small eatery. His peers offered little encouragement, so he added the word “folly” to his own name, and Memphis’ Original Prime Steak House was born.

With only a gentleman's handshake to signify agreement, Humphrey Folk welcomed famed Memphis restaurateur Thomas Boggs as managing partner of Folk's Folly in 2003.

This partnership built the bridge to the next generation and Folk's Folly Prime Steak House remains a family affair.



*PLEASE NOTE: ALL REQUESTS FOR PRIVATE DINING MUST BE MADE BY CONTACTING THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY AT
901-762-8200

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (901) 762-8200
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Tom Hughes
  • Private party facilities
    ALL REQUESTS FOR PRIVATE DINING MUST BE MADE BY CONTACTING THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY AT 901-762-8200
  • Neighbourhood
    Memphis
  • Cross Street
    William Arnold Rd.
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking on site.
  • Entertainment
    Live piano in the Cellar Lounge.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 2,772 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Memphis

    Best Ambience

  • Memphis

    Great for fine wines

  • Memphis

    Romantic

  • Memphis

    Steakhouse

  • Memphis

    Best Ambience

  • Memphis

    Great for fine wines

  • Memphis

    Romantic

  • Memphis

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Folk's Folly Prime Steak House offers a "wonderful dining experience" featuring "the best steak in Memphis" with a "warm and sophisticated atmosphere." Guests rave about the "excellent service," especially from attentive servers like Rose and Kevin. Perfect for special occasions, this upscale steakhouse ensures an "unforgettable" evening.

2,772 Reviews
  1. Henry

    Memphis

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our 56th wedding anniversary! The chef always hit the mark for quality food and presentation. But Jonathan, our server, made the evening. From serving to periodic checking up on us made the evening special. Thanks for a wonderful evening!

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  2. Nancy

    Mobile

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time to FF, but it certainly won’t be our last. Our steaks were perfect! The potato casserole and spinach casserole were both fabulous. And, Alyssa, our server, was so attentive and engaging. This was the best dining experience we’ve had in a long time. Can’t wait to go back!

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  3. Shida

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! It was our first time there and we enjoyed the atmosphere and food.

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  4. DUANE

    Memphis

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect . I loved folks folly from the time I walked in to the time we left .

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  5. Chai

    VIP

    Charlotte

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hidden gem of an old staple steakhouse. The bar area as nice to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail with calm pianist playing soft music. Dinner room areas were quiet to enjoy company with not too much noise to converse with each other. Overall a nice experience.

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  6. harold

    VIP

    Memphis

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, ambience, staff and my server particularly were extraordinary! Ms M my long time server is spectacular and a great ambassador for Folks Folly! We waited briefly in the bar area where the head bartender as well is the best! Folks Folly is the best steakhouse in the country hands-down!

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  7. Jeff

    Memphis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Surprised to find a serious steakhouse have such a diverse menu. Can't wait to go back and try different proteins.

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  8. Antwoun

    Memphis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great!!! The food was excellent! The sever was awesome! Overall I was impressed!

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  9. JD

    VIP

    Memphis

    54 reviews

    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter, Kevin, was highly knowledgeable about the menu and offered personalized recommendations throughout the evening. He made our dinner even more memorable.

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  10. Jonathan

    Memphis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top notch!!! Folks Folly never disappoints!!! Incredible!!!!

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FAQs

Folk's Folly Prime Steak House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (901) 762-8200.

Folk's Folly Prime Steak House is rated 4.8 stars by 2772 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 p.m.
Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Folk's Folly Prime Steak House

551 S. Mendenhall Road, Memphis, TN 38117

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    William Arnold Rd.
  • Neighbourhood
    Memphis
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking on site.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Tom Hughes
  • Entertainment
    Live piano in the Cellar Lounge.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
  • Phone number
    (901) 762-8200
  • Private party facilities
    ALL REQUESTS FOR PRIVATE DINING MUST BE MADE BY CONTACTING THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY AT 901-762-8200
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