Amelia Gene's

4.8

490 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Feb 27, 2025

9:30 p.m.

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Great for fine wines

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
Neighbourhood
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
US$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.

What 490 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
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Memphis
Best Food
Memphis
Best Ambience
Memphis
Innovative
Memphis
Hot spot
Memphis
Great for fine wines
Memphis
Romantic
Memphis
American
Memphis
Best Food
Memphis
Best Ambience
Memphis
Innovative
Memphis
Hot spot
Memphis
Great for fine wines
Memphis
Romantic
Memphis
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Amelia Gene's in Downtown Memphis is a culinary delight, known for its "fantastic food" and "exceptional service." Diners rave about the "unique menu offerings" and "impeccable waitstaff." The ambiance is "romantic," and the restaurant excels in special occasions, offering personalized touches. "Best restaurant in Memphis," with an unmatched dining experience.

490 Reviews

K
Kate
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every bite was perfect. Being able to taste individual ingredients, that all complement one another, to create an interesting flavor was divine! Not one of the things I tried had too much or too little of anything. The only part I’m sad about is that I couldn’t stay longer to eat more! Staff was wonderful about getting us out the door on time for our show. And with such an open space, I expected there to be more noise. I am pleasantly surprised that noise is minimal. Will be back, but not soon enough!
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Doug
VIP
Memphis
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was as I expected - excellent!! Best in Memphis, possibly best for miles and miles around.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Memphis
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Mostly everything was great. The one complaint we had is that the seating just off the bar area was very tight. Maybe lose 1 table to give diners and little more room so it doesn’t feel so cramped.
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Talisha
Memphis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the restaurant and Leslie’s service was outstanding!
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andrea
VIP
Philadelphia
48 reviews
2.0
48 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The restaurant seemed disorganized. Although not full, the staff couldn’t get the food ordered or delivered in a timely manner. The soup was cold. Overall, not worth the price.
Amelia Gene'sResponded 3 days ago
Hi Andrea, It was truly a pleasure speaking with you just now, and I want to thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Your feedback means so much to us, and I deeply regret that your visit didn’t reflect the level of hospitality we pride ourselves on. We always strive to create memorable moments for our guests, and I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to make this right. I’m grateful for the chance to welcome you back and ensure your next experience is nothing short of exceptional. We can’t wait to host you again, and I look forward to personally ensuring that every detail of your visit is exactly as it should be. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s anything I can do to enhance your next experience. Warmly, Jessica Henssler General Manager, Amelia Gene’s
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Kevin
Memphis
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very exciting new choice for downtown foodies. Thoroughly enjoyed it and I will be back.
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Amy
Memphis
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and our server Lexi was extremely attentive.
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Jennifer
Little Rock
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our service was an excellent experience. We arrived before a show at the Orpheum, we were asked if we had a time restriction, which they met with no issue. Everything that we ordered was perfectly prepared. Zero complaints or criticisms. Staff was on top of everything, even if it wasn’t their table. Definitely an excellent foodie add to the downtown Memphis scene!
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C
Chris
Memphis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time dining here for a birthday dinner 🎂 Everyone went out of there way to make it a special night The atmosphere and food was excellent The wait staff was fantastic
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Cali
VIP
Memphis
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic. Downtown Memphis has needed an upscale restaurant like Amelia gene!!
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FAQs

Amelia Gene's is rated 4.8 stars by 490 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 27, 2025

9:30 p.m.

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

255 S Front St, Memphis, TN 38103-3802

Additional information

Cross Street
Front Street + M.L.King Jr. Ave.
Neighbourhood
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.

Amelia Gene's

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Tasting Menu

Menu

What 490 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Amelia Gene's restaurant rated?

Is Amelia Gene's currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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