I see many mixed reviews for this location, but my family and I had a very smooth experience! I've…read morebeen to several First Watch's across the country and this one was run with efficiency! We were seated immediately upon entry, party of 4, and ordered quickly. The staff were kind and enthusiastic. Our waitress and hostess were knowledgeable and accommodating. Our food came out quickly and was fresh and delicious! We were in and out quickly and have a lovely time!

This place is always busy and the waitlist doesn't seem to have helped. Arrived early and was told…read morethat our table wasn't ready and that there's 6 ppl ahead. We did see that there's plenty of tables available and figured it might be due to understaff. Overall service was very slow. From being seated to taking orders and food being served. Unfortunately my egg Benedict came with the eggs being soft boiled rather than runny. Other than that, it's decent compared to the other outlet.

The sliders were delicious meat was bigger than the bun I couldn't finish all of them and they give…read moreyou enough fries for two and this is the combo and they sure ALL the condiments were in the bag didn't have to ask for them beautiful

Every visit to CHAR Restaurant reminds me why it's one of my favorite dining destinations in…read moreMemphis. The crab claws were absolutely fire--perfectly seasoned, buttery, and cooked just right. Every bite was tender and packed with flavor, making them an unforgettable appetizer. The steak flatbread was equally delicious, layered with tender steak, fresh toppings, and perfectly melted cheese. The cocktails were expertly crafted and worth every sip. If you visit during Happy Hour (Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m.), don't miss the discounted cocktails, featured wines, draft beers, and appetizer selections. It's one of the better happy hour values in the city. Char Restaurant +1 Then came dessert--the legendary Butter Pecan Cake. This dessert had to be created in heaven. Warm, buttery, rich with toasted pecans, and paired with creamy vanilla ice cream, every bite melted in your mouth. It's easily one of the best desserts in Memphis. Even better, this masterpiece is also served at CHAR's sister restaurant, Amerigo. From the exceptional food and handcrafted drinks to the polished service and elegant atmosphere, CHAR delivers a five-star dining experience from beginning to end. Highly recommended. Order the crab claws, enjoy Happy Hour, and whatever you do... don't leave without the Butter Pecan Cake.

We visited Char for Easter, and overall, the experience was just okay. Unfortunately, nothing…read morereally stood out. The grits were hard, and the crabcake appetizer came out cold--though the sauce on top had great flavor. None of our food was served piping hot, which was disappointing. The crab claws were a highlight--buttery and well-seasoned. We did have to send our fries back for a fresh batch, and the shrimp and grits were just average. The best part of the meal was definitely dessert--the double brownie with pecan ice cream was delicious and saved the experience a bit. On a positive note, the service was good--Liz was great and very attentive--and the atmosphere of the restaurant is really nice. Overall: decent, but not a standout. 7/10

Vibes- very cool, artsy location with dim lighting and an eclectic crowd…read moreDrinks- pretty & strong, but probably 8/10 on flavor Pasta- 10/10 probably hands down the best pasta I've had in a long while. Rich, well seasoned, and fresh Service was also awesome and there's a secret dessert menu our group really enjoyed!

It pains me to have to leave this review. I came here once before several months ago and was very…read moreimpressed. I had a fantastic espresso martini and the best brussel sprouts I've ever tasted! So I was excited to come try something else. On the plus side, the bathroom was so nicely decorated. It was also very clean. I sat at the end of the bar, beside the little section of books. The bartender was nice. I ordered the Ember&Passion cocktail. Although it was pretty good, it was quite mild. Unexpected with the ingredients in it. I was surprised that the level of expected heat was not very detectable. I give it 7/10. When I came here before in the winter, the temperature was perfect and I don't remember being too bothered that they don't have cocktail napkins. But yesterday it was quite warm in the restaurant and not having these napkins wasn't good. Nobody in the restaurant had any type of napkin under any drink! I noticed that just like mine, every glass of water from every patron had a puddle of condensation under the glass. Each time I picked up my glass of water, it would drip onto my food and clothes. My two menus got so wet. I suppose they made this decision to save themselves a lot of money. As for the food: My parmesan truffle fries were excellent!! Hot, crispy on the outside and perfectly cooked in the middle. Best I've had in a long time. The Alabama white sauce on the side was just your typical sauce. It tasted just like every other Alabama white sauce that I've had so was not disappointing. But I actually ended up not using it because it was too thin and it didn't add anything to the fries. The fries were excellent enough on their own. I ordered my burger "pink" but there wasn't any pink to it, but I wasn't that bothered about it. Burger and the toppings were tasty, except for the fried green tomato. Looking closely at the picture, you can see that it was SO SMALL compared to the size of the burger. When a restaurant does that, don't they realize that it makes for a glaring disappointment?! It apparently came from near the end of the tomato, and not the middle. If you are going to offer a fried green tomato on a burger, then I feel as if you should only use the larger slices of the tomato, and save the smaller ends for maybe putting in salads. I've always been obsessed with fried green tomatoes. After having my first two bites of burger and still not reaching the tomato, I took it off to eat by itself. Sadly, it tasted terrible! I was surprised. Obviously, they didn't season the tomato or the batter. (Salt and pepper go a long way.) The burger toppings apparently made the tomato batter not only soggy, but also this strange thick texture. Like mushy and chewy at the same time. 1/10 Worst problem: FLIES!!! So many flies! When I just had my drink but no food yet, I noticed them but was not bombarded by them at that point. It wasn't until my food came. All of a sudden I was literally surrounded by them. They were everywhere! No exaggeration. I actually had to use only one hand to eat and the other hand to constantly move back and forth over my food. I eventually gave up and set the plate of some of my fries about 4 inches in front of my burger in order to hopefully draw the flies to the fries so that I could eat my burger. Unfortunately, after only four bites of my burger, when I set it down to take a drink of water, a fly landed on it within one second. Obviously, that was my last bite, and even when I was moving the plate closer to the end of the counter, two more flies landed on it. The glass of straws was inches from me. That, and the book closest to me seemed to be where they gathered to wait for their opportunity to dive bomb me. So many of them! It turned my stomach when I realized that I had been drinking from a straw with my water and I'm sure there had been flies on it before I got there. Every person that gets a straw in their drink at this restaurant has had a fly sitting on top of it. When the bartender told me about the desserts, it turned my stomach to think of just how many flies were in the kitchen. Had I known the fly situation was that bad when I first got my drink, I would have never stayed there, and I certainly would have never ordered food. I do think it is a real shame because the winter months are a totally different experience in that restaurant. But because of how horrible it was this time, I just can't ever come back.

Highly recommend Junior's Chicken & Fish! I ordered 75 wings, and they were all cooked perfectly…read moreand tasted great. I went back later and tried the regular chicken, and it was delicious too. Great food, great quality, and I'll definitely be back!

Highly recommend! Their tendies are AMAZING and seasoned so perfectly I cannot get enough. Their…read moreranch too OMG! Hush puppies and the Philly are great too! I always swap my fries for hush puppies because fries just don't taste quite as good reheated unlike them hush puppies do. Not sure if it's the owner or manager that's there running the front, but he's very friendly and nice. Overall I love this place because it's so filling and cooked to perfection every time. This place is way better than others around. Please give it a try!

The overall experience was delightful. The service was the definition of southern hospitality - the…read moreentire staff was welcoming and personable. The building has a classic charm with a hint of elegance that elevates the dining experience. Okay, let's get into the food- the southern strawberry cake was absolutely delicious. Each bite took my palate on a joyride of goodness. The mashed potatoes were velvety and delicious- smit was the best mashed potato I've ever eaten. The redfish and crab was the perfect combination. The fish was fresh with just the right amount of flakiness. The cheese grits were very tasty too. Definitely a southern experience worth having.

We had a great date night at Southern Social. The food was absolutely delicious and Kevin gave us…read moregreat service. My favorite were the pork belly and the tater tots.

This Yelp Elite outing was such a good time from start to finish. The fried broccoli was…read moreFIRE--crispy, flavorful, and easily one of my favorite bites of the night. The drinks? FIRE. The atmosphere? FIRE. The vibe? Definitely FIRE! What really made the evening special was the experience. We got to create our own flower bouquets, which was such a fun and unique touch. Great food, beautiful drinks, good energy, and something interactive to enjoy with the other Yelp Elites--it was the perfect combination. Magnolia & May has a warm, inviting atmosphere that makes you want to sit back, sip your drink, eat good food, and enjoy yourself. I had an amazing time and would absolutely return. And yes...I'm still thinking about that fried broccoli!

Great place to go. Everything is really fresh. Bar tender Drew is nice & thoughtful and came to…read moretell us all about the place. His mocktails were delicious. I tried two different mocktails and loved both, and he even customized them for me without the soda. They were really good! I loved the little bites we got to try as well. My husband and I came here once before for a date, and I remember my experience being excellent the first time also! Highly recommend this place for fresh and delicious food, and they change up their menu because they get things seasonally, so you can always try something new!

Stoney River continues to be one of our favorite places, and this visit reminded us why. We enjoyed…read morethe new seasonal salmon croquettes, and they were absolutely delicious--crispy on the outside, flavorful on the inside, and paired perfectly with the sauce. The Parmesan fries are always a must-order and never disappoint. The cocktails were equally impressive. The Sidecar was smooth and refreshing, and the Pomegranate Martini was perfectly balanced. Our waitress was outstanding! She was friendly, attentive, and did an excellent job recommending the seasonal specialties. Her recommendations were spot on and made our experience even better. We chose to sit on the patio, and the weather couldn't have been more perfect. It made for a relaxing evening with great food and an even better atmosphere. The warm bread with butter is always a favorite, and the carrot cake with toasted pecans and rich caramel sauce... it comes to play every single time--no games! Moist, flavorful, and easily one of the best desserts around. Excellent food, exceptional service, beautiful patio dining, and a consistently outstanding experience. We'll definitely be back!

1. FOOD -First time there went last night My hubby and I took a friend for bday dinner, we are from…read moreHouston Tx and this was part of our trip. We all had bone in ribeye cowboy cut. The steaks we good well made however I had to make adjustments. for all as ! My friend was given my steak and I was given my hubbys. Problem was mine had onions hubby has an onion allergy and can't eat onions. It was total confusion at table between us and we all kept steak we were presented as only one did not have onion. I didn't send back because we waited a long time for steaks, which is highly unusual. 2. SERVICE- Our waiter was and I don't remember name but was Hispanic with light blonde colored hair. So waiter came to table seemed annoyed, like they gave him an extra table or something. Waiter showed no smile only introduced self and very business like wanted order. Never offered drink refills or bread hubby had to ask. Lobster bisque was good but cold not warm but cold. Gave most to my friend just seemed too much trouble everything took so long . This again I find strange we are very familiar w steak house and go like 2x per month to try different ones they never never take that long! 3. Ambiance- Meh! We were seated facing kitchen rushed to table I didn't have time to ask if something else was available as we were walked to table hostess just left. Place is basic steakhouse wine bottle display which would have been better view than kitchen anyway all in all a 3 and that's for steak and potato, prob won't go back. When we are in Memphis next it will be a different one also minimum tip for Mr personality. He's young he'll learn