Yum! If you're looking for a dress up or more casual evening of delicious food and great service, head to Napa. Our server, Dylan, was knowledgeable and did a great job explaining when we needed an explanation. We had the mussels to start, which had a to-die-for sauce with bacon in it. I had the big ole pork chop and he had the lamb medallion special. Both awesome. To finish, we had chocolate pate. I'm not sure how to describe chocolate pate, except it was chocolate-y and delicious! Good service goes a long way in my book, and they hit the nail on the head! read more

My mom, grandmother, I went to Napa Cafe last night and it was amazing to say the least! Great atmosphere, outstanding service, and the food was delicious. read more

Napa Cafe - Filet Mignon - New American Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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We love this place. I have enjoyed several of the private rooms but last night I enjoyed a drink out front on a beautifully set farm table. The sunset, candles, wine and calmness were perfection. The doors were open so I could hear the amazing live jazz show. After sipping wine and enjoying an appetizer, we requested to move inside for dinner. The staff flowed with our request with grace and ease. My husband and I split the halibut and it was, as always delicious and light. The beet salad is a favorite for sure.The chef had our portions already split, which I love. I ordered a blue cheese stuffed martini, they went above and beyond and stuffed fresh ones right then. Napa is always a treat! We love the owner and this cozy local gem. read more

Napa Cafe - New American Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

This has become one of my favorite places. The portions are perfect. I was afraid to get the pasta dish, because like most places they give too much pasta; but I was very glad for a we balanced plate. The muscle preparation was perfect. read more

I really enjoyed my experience here and the food was refreshing and very healthy. I definitely recommend this restaurant for anyone wanting a nice lunch or a wonderful Sunday brunch. Oh and by the way their seasonal vegetables are so yummy and tasty read more

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Amazing service, amazing dinner, and great place for drinks! Felt welcome from the time I walked in and will most certainly be back! read more

Napa Cafe - Sweet Buttermilk Pie - New American Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Excellent. I had the duck confit and spinach salad (with creamy Roquefort). Extensive wine list. Great praline/ice cream dessert. Tried the halibut with shallot cream (& something else) sauce which was divine. Was amazed that there was Génépi (Génépy des Alpes) liqueur on the dessert list. They created an impressive vegan salad and main dish for my friend. Can't wait to go back. read more

Napa Cafe - New American Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Wish I had read the reviews! The service was terrible. I immediately felt like an outsider. The crew was cold and impersonal. I felt that me and my party only received adequate service. The food was good, but the portions were skimpy. I will not return. read more

Walking into Napa Café is like being welcomed into a friend's home. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The food last night was superb -- the special was their pork tenderloin -- and Dylan served us attentively without being intrusive. Oh, and the wine list...my goodness!...it's been impressively updated. I highly recommend Napa Café for a really terrific dining experience. Remember to save room for dessert! read more

Food is delicious and staff super friendly. Would recommend reservation. Been 2 times and would plan to have dinner last about 2 hours which isn't bad. Great selection of wine and they always have good specials. read more

The staff was disheveled and had no clue what they were doing. There was no teamwork- they were bickering with each other over who was responsible for what. They consistently put their hands around the rims of drink glasses, fingers touched food as it was being served, and we had to flag random people down for refills because they weren't readily offered. We were told the chef only cooks steaks medium well or well. Huh? Isn't the recommended temperature medium at most? It was fine, but for the price, it wasn't appreciated being told how the meal will be prepared. Chicken was bland and dry, there were a grand total of 5 green beans and 1 baby carrot, and while the gouda risotto was good, it would have been better if it was fully cooked and not still crunchy. The sweet buttermilk pie was good and while the chocolate pate was also, the serving was paper thin and nowhere close to worth the nearly $9 charged. Others have mentioned it and they're absolutely right: this place wants to be considered fine dining, but they don't have the management, staff, food, or decor to pull it off and charge entirely too much. read more

I talked to Kaley yesterday about booking their private room. The room that states it holds up to 65 people via Napa Café website. Kaley said she would call me back, but didn't. The following day I called back and spoke with Glenda. Glenda, who was very dismissive, told me their private room was could not accommodate a party of 20. As I state my confusion, she proceeds to tell me how it wouldn't be fair to their chefs to accommodate my party 20 . Make it make sense? read more

Flew I'm late and noticed this place across from the hotel. Popped in. Kind of a fussy decor and dark. Ordered a Manhattan a blackened shrimps dumpster long and a Caesar salad. I was pleasantly surprised. The car Catalina was the perfect nlend of rue and vermouth. The Caesar salad with homemade croutons was excellent and the blackened shrimp dumplings were really not ce with just a touch of spice in them. I did don't have desert but the gent next to me did and said it was really good. He also said their scallop dish and the shrimp and grits he had were excellent. Plan for n coming back while I am here and have a full dinner. Service (at the bar) was excellent. read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Memphis. I live in Arkansas but it's worth the drive for me. I had two of their specials tonight, chicken-corn chowder and the lamb over basmati rice and cauliflower. AMAZING! And the atmosphere makes you feel comfortable yet elegant. This is one classy joint with great food. If you come in for lunch though, the meatloaf and firecracker chicken are to die for!!! Also, the staff here makes you feel like you're the center of their universe. Jan is amazing. She offered to take my picture once she heard it was my birthday. I never have been good at selfies, so this was a very nice treat. read more

Napa Cafe - New American Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

My girlfriend and I went to Napa Cafe for our anniversary. She's pescatarian, so we both got mahi mahi. The fish was perfectly seasoned. It was pricey, but the atmosphere was on point. Kierra ordered some wine, and it was good. I don't remember the name because I'm not much of a wine guy. My favorite thing was the chocolate pate. Altogether another great anniversary spent at Napa Cafe! read more

I forget about Napa but I shouldn't ! We had two couples celebrating birthdays and holidays. The atmosphere is welcoming but not stuffy. The service was attentive but not rushed and our waiter was very knowlegdable of the menu. Most importantly the food was delicious. We had the warm crab dip for an appetizer. It was tasty and lightly seasoned with herbs. We all had different entrees - the pork chop, salmon, scallops and the halibut special. All were prepared well and each of us were members of the clean plate club. We were too full for dessert but will definitely be returning to Napa soon. It was a very enjoyable evening and we didn't feel rushed through our meal to turn the table. read more

We had high hopes for Napa Cafe. It was our anniversary dinner, and my husband booked it for our special occasion. Upon arrival, we immediately noted that it is in a strip mall, but the interior was well decorated. Well lit by multiple candles, throughout, and muted tones gave the impression of intimate elegance. However, everyone there was in jeans and tee shirts, which immediately killed the "fine dining" vibe we were looking for. The host, Ryan, looked stoned, and blandly asked "can I help you?" several minutes after we entered the restaurant. He grabbed two menus and walked off without a word, so I said, "Oh! I guess we're following you??" in order to give him some clue as to how rude that was. But, again, we sat down and were just happy he wasn't going to be our waiter... Except he was... This guy was terrible. He never made eye contact, just slapped the menus down and walked away. When he droned through the evening's specials, he just stared at the floor. He did not introduce himself, so the only way we got his name was from his name tag. We perused the wine list (which, for being called NAPA Cafe, you would think it would be a substantial collection, but was nothing more than the local cheap supermarket wines, incredibly overpriced). While we waited (and waited, and waited...) for our sparkling wine to arrive, we decided that this was not the place to celebrate our anniversary. So, we ordered an appetizer, which was awful, asked for the check, which was met with an incredulous/stoned look from Ryan, and left. We would not recommend, and will not be returning. read more

We had a delightful reunion dinner at napa cafe on oct 24. The menu choices were varied and delicious. The service was impeccable. The only disappointment was the accountability of the wine consumption. If you have an event here insist on seeing and paying only for the empty wine bottles served. THE WINE SHOULD BE ORDERED BY THE GLASS ONE GLASS AT A TIMEBY THE DINERS. DO NOT LET SERVERS HAVE CONTROL OF THE WINE. read more

Completely unacceptable. My wife and I went to Napa Café on Friday, December 11. We were both very unhappy with the service we received, and still are. In fact, at that time, we were going out to different nicer restaurants in the city, but stopped doing so after the visit to Napa Café. Our experience there soured us to doing so further. We were served by Jeff. He was, at first, courteous and average as a server at a nicer restaurant. That quickly changed once we ordered. My wife and I were not as hungry that night, and ordered a total of two appetizers, a dessert and a glass of wine. Upon receiving this order, Jeff scoffed about that being all we were ordering. I countered that we were not that hungry that evening, and just wanted to eat lighter. He immediately turned away, not satisfied with that answer. For the rest of our time there, he silently dropped our food off and left. Nothing else. With the dessert, he pretty much dropped it on the table and took off. This is most certainly the worst service we have ever had at a fine dining restaurant. Just because we were not ordering a lot does not mean that we should have been treated at all like that. I wrote to Glenda Hastings, Manager of Napa Café in writing and sent the letter via postal mail. I related to her what I did in this review. She completely ignored my letter and made no reply whatsoever. This tells both me and you, any potential customers of Napa Café, where their patrons rank on their list of importance, which is not at all. There are many good places to dine in Memphis. This is not one of them. read more

The food is amazing with a new menu. Staff is friendly and always helpful with suggestions. I have never had any other than a wonderful meal. read more

Awesome place for dinner! Great service and delicious food. Great wine selections. I have dined here many times, one of my favourite restaurants in Memphis. read more

Wonderful meal, fabulous service. The food is incredible and the atmosphere beautiful. Love Napa Cafe!! read more

Ate there twice while in town for business. Sat at the bar both times. Had the mussels, romaine salad, gnocchi & crab cake app. All were well presented and flavorful. The crab cake is all real fresh crab, and the mussels were outstanding - cooked in a coconut lime brother nice crusty bread. The apps ranged in price from $10 - $15 each, so you can have a nice dinner for under $30. I had their Oregon Pinot noir each night - very nice, about $10/glass, which is also very reasonable. My only suggestion would be for them to put some kind of baffle to block the cold air when people enter the restaurant. Sitting at the bar on cold evenings I really got blasted by cold every time someone came in. But I think I was there during an especially cold time, and direct my more moderate temps, I don't think it would be a problem. If I was back in Memphis, I would definitely return to this restaurant! read more

When you first walk into Napa Cafe, the first thing you will probably notice is the decor; vibrant and lush, this restaurant is just saturated with color, including a ruby red carpet. You will also see classically dressed servers in crisp white shirts and black pants, and and it will probably be fairly crowded. Napa Cafe is a popular weekday ladies luncheon spot, tucked in an unassuming strip mall off the main thoroughfare. I started out ordering the summer squash soup; I really appreciate when restaurants take steps to address seasonality with their ingredients and preparations. The soup was light and delicate, garnished with a spoonful of crème fraîche and snipped chives. It would have been perfect with a touch more salt. For my entrée, I chose the ham and apple sandwich, which is definitely a play on the idea of pairing savory items with sweet items. The sandwich was served on herb ciabatta bread and came with sweet potato chips. The ham was a bit too salty, and the sweetness from the apples could not quite counterbalance the ham. The sweet potato chips were crisp, tasty, and not at all greasy. For dessert, I tried to order the buttermilk pie (a creamier version of cheesecake that doesn't necessarily have to be served cold), but they were out of it. I had to "settle" for the Ghiradelli chocolate paté, a rich, creamy, piece of chocolate heaven. It is served with strawberries and fresh whipped cream, and it is sinfully delicious. Final Impressions: The food was really quite tasty, and our service was impeccable. They have an excellent wine list (Then agan, what would you expect from a restaurant called Napa Cafe?) If you're not forty-five or older, then you probably won't see anyone your age dining at Napa Cafe during the lunch rush. However, the dinner crowd is a bit more eclectic. I would recommend this restaurant to those looking for a romantic night out, or a lunch date with the girls. read more

Noted Memphis food critic, Fredric Koeppel, once wrote that "Napa Café is the sweetest, most welcoming restaurant in town." I tend to agree. This has been a long time favorite of mine. I enjoy the entire experience, from the chic, yet classic decor to the exceptional and friendly service. Not to mention the food. Because at Napa Cafe - it really is all about the food. And the wine! But with the word Napa in the title, would you expect any less? The menu is short, but diverse, offering selections sure to appeal to most. I always get the Napa Salad - their signature, with Bibb lettuce, toasted almonds, Mandarin orange segments & tangy vinaigrette. It's perfect in it's simplicity. My favorite entree here is the Black Pepper Seared Tuna Fillet. It's prepared with a soy and ginger-lime reduction and accompanied by sauteed sweet corn and bacon, peppers, onions and cilantro. It's so fresh, not to mention beautiful to look at. All the dishes at Napa are plated with a creative and artistic flare. The wine list is extensive, offering selections from around the world, but highlighting wines from regions in California including Santa Barbara, Paso Robles, Sonoma and (of course) Napa. So if you're a foodie and/or a wine connoisseur, this is an epicurean experience you won't want to miss. read more

So to say that this is one of the BEST place to eat in Memphis is really a disservice to this amazing restaurant. I've eaten in most of the big cities top-rated restaurants in this country and Europe (and NO I'm not bragging, I'm just stating a fact) and Memphis should be super proud to have this wonderful cafe in their town. I moved away years ago but come home every year to visit my family and catch up with friends who stayed put. I also LOVE to try out new restaurants that I haven't tried (or eaten in in years) and compare to my new town. Ok, so let's get down to business. I ordered the Duck Confit appetizer and it was hands down the best duck confit I've ever put in my mouth. The meat was cooked to perfection and the tostada and sauce was the perfect accent to the meat. My Mom ordered the spinach salad with goat cheese, caramelized walnuts and champagne vinaigrette. I am a nut about salad dressing being over-doused and this salad was prepared perfectly. Our entered were both fish options. My Mom's was Halibut that was prepared perfectly with a side of asparagus that was divine. Vegetables, in my humble opinion, should be prepared simply. These spears were tender but crisp with some butter and not much else. Delicious! I ordered seared tuna that was, well, seared tuna. Nothing any different from many other top places BUT the remoulade underneath, divine. It was caramelized onions, corn, and the most sublime savory sauce that brought the entree above and beyond delicious. Throughout our eating experience, the service was attentive and involved.We skipped dessert in favor of a Saturn dessert wine but boy they looked delicious. Again, bravo to this incredible restaurant and it's owners. They should be incredibly proud of their space. read more

My wife and I came to the Napa Cafe for Valentine's Day and had an awesome experience. The wait time for our food was a little long, but it is forgiven because long wait times are expected on Valentine's Day. The Valentine's Day meal was a 3 course meal with a great selection of appetizers, entrees and desserts to choose from. I had the Filet Mignon and my wife had the Pork Chops. Everything tasted awesome! We plan to be back soon! read more

Poopsie and I stopped in after the movie. It was very good. The food was tasty and very well presented. Service was quick, polite, and unobtrusive. The choices on the menu were a bit limited but we found stuff to hit the spot. Poopsie had a logic issue with the soup choices: Summer Squash soup was a regular item, but Chicken Vegetable soup was a seasonal soup. Go figure. Poopsie had the scallops for the main course and she said they were excellent. I had the chicken, which was a bit dry to start off, but finished OK. We both had risotto's with our main course and they were both great. They have an excellent choice of wine, both lower priced ones and many not so lower priced. So we didn't have any. they also have some unique Belgian beer choices. I had a delerium tremens, better than many wines. Lovely bouquet, nice citrusy taste. Our only beef - even when the restaurant is half full, they seat people close together. Especially painful when your neighbour is a loud mouthed so and so. read more

We had such a special evening last night. Just made a reservations saying we were bringing a client to dinner. We arrived to a specially decorated table with fresh flowers. The food was wonderful. I highly recommend the mussels. Our client was very impressed. The staff went above and beyond. read more

Incredible restaurant! The food and service are among the best in Memphis. Locals love Napa. Very appreciative of what the owner does for Memphis. read more

So we hadn't been to Napa Cafe in quite a while...but we were in the area and decided to pop in hoping they could fit us in. We were surprised to find a completely renovated restaurant...it was nice before but the new design breaks up the rooms allowing for a more intimate space. As we entered we were promptly greeted, our names taken and directed to the bar where a super friendly bartender quickly took our drink orders. We got lucky and they had a cancellation and wound up in the wine cellar room which is super cute and of course separated from the other areas. The only complaint is that it gets a bit warm in there...I would suggest they run an ac duct, or at the least put in an exhaust vent to pull some of the heat up and out. That being said it wasn't that hot with the 2 of us...but with more people it could have gotten uncomfortable. So the food... We started by splitting a crab cake. It was very sizable and delicious...oh and the bread is really good...we kept asking for more. For our entrees I had the pork chops which were cooked to perfection and delicious. The pork chops came with the most yummy mashed potatoes...they had bacon and stuff already mixed in...so friggin good. As a surprise it also came with an apple sauce...I hate apple sauce...but I ate every bite of this stuff!!! I don't know what kind of magic went into it (it too had some bacon in it) but it was really really good. So my entree was perfect! My wife ordered the filet with gouda risotto, pearl onions and carrots. She ordered her filet medium rare...it came out closer to medium...but it was still delicious. The gouda risotto could have been a bit more flavorful but it certainly wasn't bad...my chops/sides were just better than her steak/sides. . Dessert...this was really the only let down in the meal. We ordered a cheesecake but I think the waiter said it was a ricotta cheesecake. We were excited about it...until it showed up COVERED In coconut. We both HATE coconut. She refused to eat it...I picked around what I could...but we left most of it on the plate. They should have definitely mention coconut when describing the dish as its one of those ingredients that people generally love or hate. So that was our meal...oh and Nick was our waiter he was awesome! I wish I could remember the bartender because he too went above and beyond! We had a great time here! read more

Napa Cafe - The "wine cellar" room is one of the private little rooms. Great feel...seats 6 comfortably. - New American Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

I always dine at Napa when I visit from Boston! The food is WONDERFUL and there is a wide array of choices for my food allergy- something that is not always the case in Memphis! The salad portions are healthy- not the teeny bites of some fine dining- and full of taste and texture! The entrees- omg the entrees- are heavenly. I can honestly say that the steak rivals most steaks in Boston...but you have to spend $45+ here to get what Napa offers for a fraction of the price! And it is ALWAYS good! (I should mention I had my first steak in 13 years here in 2010 and it broke my no-red-meat trend.) My second favorite is the tuna, which will change the way you feel about tuna forever (yes, it is just that darn good) and the corn sauté will have you mimicking- or at least trying to- the recipe in your kitchen. Napa's dessert menu is very, very reasonably priced with options to suit everyone- including the choc-o-holic within (try the chocolate pate). Their coffee is tasty, and the after dinner wine and drink selection is superb. Which brings me to my next point: wine. Oh my goodness, the wine. There are pages of wine to choose from, and the staff is very knowledgable about the grapes and pairing certain wines with entrees, etc. Our server remembered what I ordered last time (wow!) and recommended a special wine on the list that just so happened to be the last bottle. Boy was it good! Very rarely do my partner and I enjoy a bottle together, since he likes to chew his wines (heavy) and I like the lighter ones. Somehow, this bottle suited us both, and the price could not be beat (at $40)! It would have been $90 in Boston, easy. The atmosphere is quiet with low lighting and very romantic. I love the candles, soft music and gorgeous paintings hanging on the walls. Our table had *extra* decor and special menus since I mentioned it was an anniversary dinner during the reservation. What a special touch! I also appreciated there was not another couple dining elbow to elbow with us (as there are in big cities), which made the dinner all the more intimate and special. I would recommend this fine eatery to anyone visiting Memphis or the surrounding area (it is close to the interstate, which would make a good visit from MS or AR) and absolutely anyone staying at the nearby Doubletree Hotel. Easy parking, pretty wooden bar to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail or glass of wine and a very sweet, attentive staff. What I would not give for a place like this near home! read more

The best thing here was the pork belly app . Filet mignon was pretty watch it though it might be a little on the done side. Pass on the chicken and the gnocchi. I would have given it two stars but there was something big and weird in the bathroom. A lizard a frog or something huge no lie. They also charge an automatic 18 percent gratuity and the service was not worth that. I've had much much better.The bill was $80 after a $25 coupon. My advice go down the street. read more

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We were just so impressed from the beginning. The hostess and wait staff were very attentive from the moment we walked in the door. We were seated at an intimate table, which allowed us to comfortably interact. Ambiance is great but let's get real, you want to know about the food! We had the goat cheese appetizer- very light and tasty, you won't fill up on this app. My husband had lamb; I had short ribs...absolutely no complaints from either of us. Portion sizes were perfect and the food was delicious! We will definitely return. If you've not been, get yourself there so you can enjoy what they have to offer! read more

Probably one of the best hidden gems in Memphis. This quaint cafe serves some of the best food available with wine that will complement any dish. With a comfortable quiet atmosphere, they provide fabulous food to arrest the palate and ample food to satisfy the hungry. Decadent deserts finish the day along with a nice evening drink or post meal coffee. Enjoy! read more

Napa Cafe is one of my go to places when I think of it...food is always fresh and well prepared. It is located in a central location but parking can be a pain at times because it is situated in a strip mall. The restaurant is small with a full bar and an eclectic design...it is very nice. Overall the wait staff, from the front door all the way to the kitchen, is excellent and very knowledgable of the menu. I have had many things on the menu with no disappointments but the Shrimp and Grits is just awesome! I recommend for sure! read more

Napa Cafe - Shrimp and Grits! - New American Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Went here today for Mother's Day and truly enjoyed it. I got the shrimp and grits with the fruit as a side. I get my haircut right next to this place and honestly didn't really know it existed. I knew there was something there, obviously, but I didn't realize it was as nice as it is. The menu was a typical holiday menu where there are only a few options. I think we pretty much covered each option at our table and everyone seemed quite satisfied. There was blackened salmon with purple rice, french toast, a crab/lobster omelet, crab cakes, and a few other items. I truly enjoyed my shrimp and grits. The last three times I have ordered this dish, all of which were in different states, it was a lack luster experience. They put five huge shrimp in with a very tasty mix of grits. I ate every bite and would do so again if you put it in front of me this moment. I would suggest this spot as a good lunch date type joint. I am not sure how they do dinner, but lunch was excellent. The service was ok, but servicing an 8 person table that includes a toddler probably isn't the easiest thing to do. Good job crew. read more

Had the good luck to be staying in a crummy hotel just across the parking lot from this gem. First of all, the service was remarkable. We almost felt like celebrities, we were so well taken care of. Memphis can be sultry but we wanted to be outside after a day of hotel meetings with more to follow. We were accommodated in the surprisingly well appointed little piazza in front of the restaurant. It's in a strip mall, as so many fabulous restaurants here are, but this is made pretty and serene with trees and planters and a trellis. The wine and beer list was well selected and they had a custom made sour beer that was perfect for a warm June night. Everything was fresh and delicious, but the hospitable service was what warmed our hearts. Everyone made us feel welcome and special. It made for a special evening even on a work trip Monday. read more

Came to the restaurant for a light dinner. I was not hungry enough for a full meal so decided to ask if they could add salmon to a wedge salad. The waiter said I could so I ordered it. The salad was good, but I was shocked when the charged me the full salmon dinner price instead of the salad with the salmon added. I questioned the waiter about it and he assured me that was the price. I have never seen this kind of price gouging before. I will not go back. read more

Excellent little wine bistro, with great service and unique food menu, albeit a little more limited than I'd like. The spinach, walnut, pear salad is fantastic and the firecracker chicken appetizer is awesome! As much as I loved Napa Cafe, it's not the kinda of place I'd frequent simply because I'd be hard pressed to find enough on the menu to keep me coming back. Perfect for an occasional special occasion, though! read more