McEwen's on Monroe

4.9

2129 Reviews

$30 and under

Regional American (Southern)

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

McEwen’s on Monroe is passionate. Passionate about food, passionate about wine, and passionate about creating a place you long to come back to again and again. An eclectic blend of styles with the largest emphasis on Southern food raised to new and unusual heights. Lunch offers a wide array of excellent sandwiches, salads and business entrees, while dinner leans toward the more elaborate and inventive. Our commitment to a relaxed atmosphere and charming personality has enabled McEwen’s on Monroe to become one of Downtown’s most comfortable restaurants. Employing a knowledgeable and attentive staff always at the ready. In addition to the bar and dining room, our wine cellar is available for parties up to 20 people.

Additional information

Location
120 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
Phone number
(901) 527-7085
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Regional American (Southern)
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Fri 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet parking for an $8 fee available Monday thru Saturday, 5:30 till close. Street and Public Garage parking available at all times.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Joe Cartwright

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Popular dishes

BBQ Duck Confit EnchiladasUS$15.00
Pepper Jack Cream Sauce
Baked BrieUS$14.00
Honey Truffle Vinaigrette & Seasonal Compote
Buttermilk Fried OystersUS$26.00
Black Pepper Mignonette & Sriracha Aioli
Purple Hull Pea HummusUS$11.00
House-Made Flatbread, Olives, Capers, Tomatoes
Sausage & Cheese PlateUS$18.00
Pickled Vegetables, Candied Pecans, House BBQ, Creole Mustard, Club Crackers

Small Plates

Big taste

Seared Ahi TunaUS$28.00
Carrot Ginger Puree, Seaweed Salad, Roasted Cashews
Short Rib PastaUS$22.00
Braised Beef Short Ribs, Parmesan Cream, Port Wine Reduction, Truffle Oil
Pulled Pork SlidersUS$15.00
House-Made Smoky Pimento Cheese, Apple Slaw, BBQ Aioli
Roasted Brussels SproutsUS$16.00
Blue Cheese & Toasted Pecans
Roasted CarrotsUS$16.00
Maple Raspberry Dressing, Sweet Orange Ricotta & Herbs
Pan Seared Crab CakesUS$20.00
Citrus Remoulade, Fresh Arugula

Salads

Iceberg WedgeUS$14.00
Applewood Smoked Bacon, Fresh Tomato, Pickled Onion, Bleu Cheese Dressing
Caesar SaladUS$9.00
Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Herb Croutons, Grana Padano, Classic Caesar Dressing
Feta SaladUS$15.00
Mixed Greens, Dried Cherries, Candied Pecans, Basil, Feta, Blackberry Vinaigrette
McEwen's House SaladUS$9.00
Fresh Greens, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Aged Red Wine Vinaigrette
Goat Cheese SaladUS$13.00
Bonnie Blue Farm Goat Cheese, Arugula, Poached Pears, Pretzel Crumbles, Creamy Honey Orange Dressing

Entrees

Pan Seared Chilean Sea BassUS$45.00
Orange Tamari Glaze, Miso Broth, Shitake Mushroom Risotto, Sauteed Spinach
Pan Seared Red FishUS$36.00
Roasted Garlic & Crab Cream, Cashew and Swiss Polenta, Roasted Broccolini
Sweet Potato Crusted CatfishUS$29.00
Creole Honey Mustard, Macaroni and Cheese, Spicy Braised Collard Greens
Grilled SalmonUS$32.00
Citrus Habanero Creme Fraiche, Blueberry Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus
Creole Spiced Braised Pork Osso BuccoUS$36.00
Stone Ground Cheddar Grits, Spicy Collard Greens
Grilled Beef TenderloinUS$45.00
Ruby Port Demi-Glace, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Crispy Bacon & Scallions, Grilled Asparagus
Grilled RibeyeUS$43.00
Porcini Demi-Glace, Roasted Horseradish Potato and Brussels Sprouts Hash, Grilled Asparagus
Free Range Chicken BreastUS$29.00
Sweet Onion Marmalade, Bacon & Butternut Squash Risotto, Sauteed Spinach
Trust Me Vegetarian PlateUS$28.00
Freshest Market Ingredients Available Creatively Prepared to Order

Desserts

Banana Cream PieUS$9.00
Chocolate & Caramel Sauce
Key Lime PieUS$9.00
Whipped Cream
CheesecakeUS$9.00
Chef's Choice
Creme BruleeUS$9.00
Vanilla Bean
Warm Chocolate BrownieUS$9.00
Chocolate Glaze & Vanilla Ice Cream

What 2,129 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

McEwen's on Monroe is celebrated for its "great atmosphere" and "amazing food," with standout dishes like the "Trust Me Vegetarian Plate" and "incredible" cocktails. The service is frequently described as "exceptional" and "attentive." While some find it priced on the higher side, many highlight it as a "must-visit" spot in Memphis.

2,129 Reviews

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Eimir VIP
Memphis16 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always! Started with cocktails from one of the best bartenders in town and the hummus appetizer. Then we shared a Caeser salad and the short rib pasta, which although on the small plates menu, is still plenty to share and its delicious! Always a good atmosphere in the bar and great service.
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Anthony VIP
Las Vegas8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here and it's a gem. McEwen's has a beautiful bar area with vintage brick and wood. We loved sitting at one of the high tops there. The cocktail menu was extensive and featured many drinks that are either classics or well-balanced. This is usually a sign that the bar staff know what they’re doing and McEwen‘s did not disappoint. The waitstaff were extremely attentive, the food was excellent, and overall we had a perfect experience for my birthday dinner.
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MichelleW
Memphis3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience all around. Food, cocktails, service and atmosphere outstanding!
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Kristy
Dallas2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful dinner. We will be back. The star was the Oso Bucco!
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Timothy
Minneapolis7 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Courteous, knowledgeable and attentive service with delicious, well prepared menu items.
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Mark VIP
Memphis11 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
David, behind the bar, was over the top amazing. He was knowledgeable and personable.
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kathy
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful restaurant! Food was excellent atmosphere was exceptional and we will definitely do a repeat for another date night!
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Drew
New York City21 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ribeye was perfect. I wouldn’t not get it with the brown sauce next time. It was like a gravy. The greens were perfection!
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Jodie VIP
Minneapolis2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ribeye! Nice service for a large group. Good atmosphere
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Barclay
Nashville1 review
5.0
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a daddy daughter date and arrived in the early evening. We were able to enjoy a great conversation and great food. As we were leaving it was starting to get crowded. I am happy we went early. It seems to be a popular place and it is in a convenient location.
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McEwen's on Monroe is rated 4.9 stars by 2129 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

120 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN 38103

Additional information

Phone number
(901) 527-7085
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Regional American (Southern)
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Fri 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet parking for an $8 fee available Monday thru Saturday, 5:30 till close. Street and Public Garage parking available at all times.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Joe Cartwright

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McEwen's on Monroe

Make a reservation

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29 Memphis Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

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Osso Buco

Short Rib Pasta

Apps

BBQ Duck Confit EnchiladasUS$15.00

Baked BrieUS$14.00

Buttermilk Fried OystersUS$26.00

Purple Hull Pea HummusUS$11.00

Sausage & Cheese PlateUS$18.00

Small Plates

Seared Ahi TunaUS$28.00

Short Rib PastaUS$22.00

Pulled Pork SlidersUS$15.00

Roasted Brussels SproutsUS$16.00

Roasted CarrotsUS$16.00

Pan Seared Crab CakesUS$20.00

Salads

Iceberg WedgeUS$14.00

Caesar SaladUS$9.00

Feta SaladUS$15.00

McEwen's House SaladUS$9.00

Goat Cheese SaladUS$13.00

Entrees

Pan Seared Chilean Sea BassUS$45.00

Pan Seared Red FishUS$36.00

Sweet Potato Crusted CatfishUS$29.00

Grilled SalmonUS$32.00

Creole Spiced Braised Pork Osso BuccoUS$36.00

Grilled Beef TenderloinUS$45.00

Grilled RibeyeUS$43.00

Free Range Chicken BreastUS$29.00

Trust Me Vegetarian PlateUS$28.00

Desserts

Banana Cream PieUS$9.00

Key Lime PieUS$9.00

CheesecakeUS$9.00

Creme BruleeUS$9.00

Warm Chocolate BrownieUS$9.00

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