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Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town, Memphis, TN

Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town

4.4
4.4
2727 Reviews
$31 to $50
Global, International

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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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Menu

Daily from 7:00am – 10:00am for dine in, take out, or delivery. Hotel Guests: Breakfast includes juice, coffee or tea, and one entree or lighter fare selection. Additional selections are available at a la carte pricing

Lighter Fare

  • Fresh Fruit PlateUS$9.00

    Fresh Seasonal Melons and Berries

    • Honey YogurtUS$9.00

      Honey, Fresh Seasonal Berries

      • Cold Cereal & Fresh BerriesUS$7.00

        Raisin Bran, Cheerios, Special K, or Granola, Fresh Seasonal Berries, Whole or Skim Milk

        • OatmealUS$9.00

          Brown Sugar, Raisins, Apples

          • Pastry Basket (2 Each)US$12.00

            Fresh Baked Croissants and Muffins, Jones Orchard Preserves, Strawberry Butter

            Entrees

            • American BreakfastUS$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 BenedictUS$14.00

                English Muffin, Country Ham, Poached Eggs, Hollandaise Sauce, "Grit Girl" Stone Ground Grits or Breakfast Potatoes

                • Vegetarian OmeletteUS$13.00

                  Fresh Spinach, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Gruyere Cheese, "Grit Girl" Stone Ground Grits or Breakfast Potatoes, Whole Wheat or White Toast

                  • French ToastUS$14.00

                    Battered Brioche, Vermont Maple Syrup, Choice of Applewood Smoked Bacon, Sausage Links, or Country Ham

                    • River Inn Pancakes - Regular, Blueberry or AppleUS$12.00

                      Vermont Maple Syrup, Choice of Applewood Smoked Bacon, Sausage Links, or Country Ham

                      Sides

                      • Eggs Cooked to OrderUS$2.00

                        • "Grit Girl" Stone Ground GritsUS$2.50

                          • Breakfast PotatoesUS$2.50

                            • Applewood Smoked Bacon, Sausage Links, or Country HamUS$4.50

                              • Whole Wheat or White ToastUS$2.00

                                • CroissantUS$4.00

                                  • MuffinUS$2.50

                                    • French Toast (1 Slice)US$4.00

                                      Beverages

                                      • Fresh Brewed CoffeeUS$4.00

                                        • EspressoUS$4.00

                                          • Cappuccino or Cafe LatteUS$5.00

                                            • Fresh Squeezed Orange or Grapefruit JuiceUS$5.00

                                              • Herbal TeaUS$3.50

                                                • Cranberry or Apple JuiceUS$3.50

                                                  • Hot ChocolateUS$4.00

                                                    • Acqua Panna & San PelligrinoUS$5.00

                                                      Last updated: February 2, 2022

                                                      What 2,727 people are saying

                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                      4.4
                                                      4.4 based on recent ratings
                                                      • 4.3Food
                                                      • 4.5Service
                                                      • 4.5Ambience
                                                      • 4.2Value

                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                      Loved For

                                                      • Memphis

                                                        Great for brunch

                                                      • Memphis

                                                        Great for brunch

                                                      Review summary

                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                      Paulette's Restaurant at the River Inn of Harbor Town offers a "wonderful experience" with "delicious food" and "superb service." Known for its "fantastic ambience" and classic French decor, it excels in creating "memorable moments." Guests rave about its "popovers with strawberry butter" and "perfect cocktails," making it a "must-visit" for a classy evening out.

                                                      2,727 Reviews

                                                      1. Wayne

                                                        VIP

                                                        Memphis

                                                        9 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        9 reviews

                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Delicious food, nice environment and terrific service.

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                                                      2. Scotty

                                                        Memphis

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Very pleased with our meal and service. Highly recommend this place.

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                                                      3. Julie

                                                        Memphis

                                                        1 review

                                                        3.0

                                                        1 review

                                                        Dined on February 16, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                        2. Food 2
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                        Crab was very fishy. Popovers were good. Strawberry butter was frozen or very cold.

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                                                      4. Caitlin

                                                        St. Louis

                                                        4 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        4 reviews

                                                        Dined on February 16, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        We had a phenomenal evening at Paulette’s and can’t wait to go back! We were visiting Memphis for the long weekend and I made a late reservation on a whim. We got to the restaurant very early due to a torrential rain storm and the hostess kindly checked us in and, while our table wasn’t ready yet, recommended that we head upstairs to Terrace to wait, which was also lovely. She called our phone directly when our table was ready. The food was delicious, perfect cocktails, and service was on point. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the area and looking for a classy night out!

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                                                      5. Carla

                                                        Memphis

                                                        5 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        5 reviews

                                                        Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Everything was amazing and we enjoyed our dinner.

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                                                      6. Rodney

                                                        Memphis

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Great place to go for the getaway evening of peaceful, delicious brunch

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                                                      7. Barry

                                                        Nashville

                                                        1 review

                                                        4.0

                                                        1 review

                                                        Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                        2. Food 4
                                                        3. Service 4
                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                        Food was good, ambience was nice and waiter could have been a little more attentive. We enjoyed the experience.

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                                                      8. Strick

                                                        Memphis

                                                        10 reviews

                                                        2.0

                                                        10 reviews

                                                        Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 2
                                                        2. Food 2
                                                        3. Service 2
                                                        4. Ambience 2
                                                        Made it to the restaurant at 6:15 pm for 6:30 pm reservations. Received the salad and soup in good time , bread had to be asked for. We received our main course at 7:30pm and it was ok. The dessert was ok also but for the price I was expecting a better valentines experience.

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                                                      9. Kevin

                                                        Memphis

                                                        10 reviews

                                                        3.0

                                                        10 reviews

                                                        Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                        2. Food 3
                                                        3. Service 3
                                                        4. Ambience 1
                                                        We have frequented Paulette’s for many years but the quality has diminished. When we arrived, we were seated at a cloth draped folding table in the lobby. There were lots of people walking back and forth within feet of our table with elevator and slamming door sounds. We asked to be reseated in the actual restaurant and that took some time. We normally order the filet and did again this time. The food did not have much flavor and did not compare to in the past.

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                                                      10. Ben

                                                        Memphis

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        3.0

                                                        2 reviews

                                                        Dined on February 14, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                        2. Food 2
                                                        3. Service 3
                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                        Not impressed. Seemed like an Applebees with the mask of a fine dining restaurant. Looks nice and quaint inside, but everything else from the menus to the food to the drinks were just cheap and unsophisticated, given the prices.

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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 4.4 stars by 2727 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 10 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
                                                      • Neighbourhood
                                                        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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