Napa Cafe

4.9

1843 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Open since 1998, Napa Café is tucked away in a pleasant corner of Sanderlin Centré. Owner Glenda Hastings restaurant has received numerous awards and accolades, including Best Wine List, Best Business Dinner, and Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence. With its polished yet inviting interior, captivating artwork and distinctive cuisine, Napa Café elicits superlatives from first-time visitors, as well as from the guests who return again and again.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(901) 683-0441
Website
http://www.napacafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
For smaller or medium-size business dinners.
Private party facilities
Holds up to 65 guests, no room fee; equipment available.Rehearsal Dinners, Wedding Receptions, Business Dinners, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Retirement Parties, Graduations, & more.

Location
5101 Sanderlin Ste. 122, Memphis, TN 38117
Neighbourhood
East Memphis
Cross Street
North of Poplar, between Mendenhall and White Station
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Thai SteakUS$11.00
Grilled filet mignon tips with traditional Thai marinade
Stuffed Piquillo PeppersUS$14.00
Sweet red bell peppers baked with goat cheese, basil, mozzarella & parmesan cheese, served with French baguette toast
Blackened Shrimp DumplingsUS$14.00
with tomato bacon gravy
Baked Crab DipUS$16.00
Dungeness crab baked with manchego cheese, lemon, garlic, baguette toast

Soups

Today's SoupUS$10.00
Tomato SoupUS$10.00
with basil & dill

Salads

Napa SaladUS$10.00
Our signature salad with Bibb lettuce, toasted almonds, celery, Mandarin oranges, tangy vinaigrette
SpinachUS$11.00
Spinach, pecans, goat cheese, dried cherries, opal apples, bacon, maple Dijon dressing
Iceberg WedgeUS$11.00
Bleu cheese dressing, crumbled bleu cheese, crisp bacon, chopped chives, tomatoes, aged balsamic
Little Gem SaladUS$12.00
Baby Japanese romaine-like lettuce, avocado, radishes, Campari tomatoes, miso vinaigrette, toasted black and white sesame seeds
Caesar SaladUS$12.00
Crisp romaine, creamy Caesar dressing, shaved manchego, brioche croutons

Entrees

ChickenUS$29.00
Roasted USDA organic chicken with hoisin glaze, smoked gouda risotto, green beans & carrots
SalmonUS$34.00
Miso marinated with forbidden black rice, garlic scented spinach, shiitake mushrooms, sweet & sour beet emulsion
Sea BassUS$43.00
Soy ginger butter, soy ginger vinaigrette, black forbidden rice, sautéed spinach
Bronzed Yellowfin TunaUS$38.00
Seared yellowfin tuna dusted with Mediterranean herbs & spices, marinated lentils, whipped cauliflower, & Moroccan caramelized onions
Sea ScallopsUS$42.00
Caramelized sea scallops, curry beurre blanc, chilled grapefruit salad with lemongrass and Thai chiles, black forbidden rice, sauteed spinach
Crab CakesUS$42.00
Maryland-style crab cakes with jumbo lump crab, Dijon mustard sauce, grilled asparagus
Shrimp & GritsUS$33.00
Grilled colossal shrimp, creamy grits, shiitake mushroom & pancetta demi-glace
Filet MignonUS$49.00
Grilled with meuniere butter, port balsamic reduction, mashed potatoes, roasted asparagus
Short RibsUS$39.00
Double stout braised short ribs, tomato con it, mashed potatoes, tonkatsu sauce
Pork ChopUS$39.00
Dry-aged Duroc porterhouse chop, roasted granny smith apple sauce, apple ginger demi- glace, smoked bacon & blue cheese mashed potatoes
Lamb TenderloinUS$42.00
Marinated & grilled lamb, chimichurri sauce, turmeric-scented basmati rice with golden raisins & almonds, roasted cauliflower

Desserts

$9.75

Famous Sweet Buttermilk Pie
Praline Pecan Ice Cream Pie
Seasonal Crème Brûlée
Belgian Chocolate Pâté
Whole Lemon Sorbet
Key Lime Tart

What 1,843 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

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Memphis
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Best Service
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Best Ambience
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Romantic
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Best Overall
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Best Food
Memphis
Best Service
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Best Ambience
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Best Value
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American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Napa Cafe in Memphis offers an exceptional dining experience with consistently excellent food and service. The ambiance is "always on point," and standout dishes include the halibut and short ribs. Guests appreciate the "warm, engaging" staff and the personal touch from owner Glenda. "Highly recommend" for special occasions.

1,843 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Memphis1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing experience for my birthday dinner! They had prepared our table with a beautiful place setting for my birthday and went above and beyond with adding a birthday message on my menu. From beginning to end, the service was great and they were so friendly. Our waiter was excellent and had great food and drink recommendations. The ambience was beautiful and felt intimate yet lively. There was a saxophonist there playing music and singing and he was great. It was really an experience to remember. We will be back.
1 person found this helpful
C
Cindy
Memphis32 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our second time to go to Napa Café recently. We used to go more frequently. I’m not really sure why we stopped. Anyway, the food, the service, the ambience was all amazing and we will be going back. We had the crabcakes and they were amazing .
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Lora
Denver4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service and food were both impeccable! We look forward to returning.
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Tracy VIP
Memphis5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. We had a large party and wait staff was great!
1 person found this helpful
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Steve
Memphis1 review
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a very enjoyable experience. The staff were all very friendly. The other customers were extremely friendly. The entire atmosphere was very pleasant and enjoyable. Everyone involved in the establishment working or patrons or having a good time.
1 person found this helpful
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David VIP
Memphis67 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding as always; Glenda and her staff make every effort to ensure a delightful dinning experience.
1 person found this helpful
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Roderic
New Orleans3 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was good. The atmosphere was nice. The food came out a little slow
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Jo
Memphis4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sea bass was excellent. Service was exceptional.
1 person found this helpful
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Andrea
Atlanta18 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience tonight to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Service was impeccable! We will be back soon!
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Alan
Memphis2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome Experience! 10/10 Can’t wait to go back soon!!
1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Napa Cafe does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Napa Cafe also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (901) 683-0441.

Napa Cafe is rated 4.9 stars by 1843 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 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

5101 Sanderlin Ste. 122, Memphis, TN 38117

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
North of Poplar, between Mendenhall and White Station
Neighbourhood
East Memphis
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.napacafe.com/
Phone number
(901) 683-0441
Catering
For smaller or medium-size business dinners.
Private party facilities
Holds up to 65 guests, no room fee; equipment available.Rehearsal Dinners, Wedding Receptions, Business Dinners, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Retirement Parties, Graduations, & more.

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Napa Cafe

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

29 Memphis Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Short Ribs

Spinach

Famous Sweet Buttermilk Pie

Appetizers

Thai SteakUS$11.00

Stuffed Piquillo PeppersUS$14.00

Blackened Shrimp DumplingsUS$14.00

Baked Crab DipUS$16.00

Soups

Today's SoupUS$10.00

Tomato SoupUS$10.00

Salads

Napa SaladUS$10.00

SpinachUS$11.00

Iceberg WedgeUS$11.00

Little Gem SaladUS$12.00

Caesar SaladUS$12.00

Entrees

ChickenUS$29.00

SalmonUS$34.00

Sea BassUS$43.00

Bronzed Yellowfin TunaUS$38.00

Sea ScallopsUS$42.00

Crab CakesUS$42.00

Shrimp & GritsUS$33.00

Filet MignonUS$49.00

Short RibsUS$39.00

Pork ChopUS$39.00

Lamb TenderloinUS$42.00

Desserts

Famous Sweet Buttermilk Pie

Praline Pecan Ice Cream Pie

Seasonal Crème Brûlée

Belgian Chocolate Pâté

Whole Lemon Sorbet

Key Lime Tart

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Napa Cafe offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Napa Cafe restaurant rated?

Is Napa Cafe currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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