Houston's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

1. Houston's Restaurant

9.2
5000 Poplar Ave (at Mendenhall), Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · 47 tips and reviews

Richard S.Richard Susanto: I might be wrong but to me this is the best restaurant in Memphis. They have the best grilled tuna steak in town.

Paul R.Paul Ringger: Best fries in town.

lisa j.lisa johnson: Fish sandwich awesome. Great service by Allie

J. Alexander's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

2. J. Alexander's

8.8
2670 N Germantown Pkwy, Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · 52 tips and reviews

Rachel V.Rachel VanSlyke: Best prime rib, awesome service, and just a great environment. Love it.

Cedric B.Cedric Brooks: The food is always consistent. The head chef has been there 15 years!

amandaamanda: Must get the spinach con queso dip! Yum!

The Majestic Grille is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

3. The Majestic Grille

8.8
145 S Main St (btwn Peabody Pl & Gayoso), Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · Downtown Memphis · 110 tips and reviews

Brintha V.Brintha Vilvarajah: One of the BEST hamburgers in Memphis!!!!

Kristen S.Kristen Sweat: Best Brunch in Memphis!!!

Tyler B.Tyler Burns: One of the best steaks in town!!!! Get the filet w/ mashed potatoes!!!!

Lunchbox Eats is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

4. Lunchbox Eats

8.5
288 S 4th St, Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · Midtown · 23 tips and reviews

The Commercial AppealThe Commercial Appeal: Everyone else said it, but we'll reiterate: chicken and waffles are the way to go.

Jonathan L.Jonathan Lyons: The Mac & Cheese is the bomb!

The Commercial AppealThe Commercial Appeal: This school-days themed restaurant features sandwiches piled high with house-smoked catfish, chicken, duck, turkey and pork. Try the 3rd Period Smoking Birds with a side of mac n' cheese. Read more.

Mortimer's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

5. Mortimer's Restaurant

8.5
590 N Perkins Rd, Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews

Elizabeth D.Elizabeth Dorff: Great local neighborhood bar and grill, blackened Mahi Mahi was delicious!

Alicia B.Alicia Becton: Sunday nights- All You Can Eat Crablegs!

Amanda T.Amanda Trites: Oyster night Tuesday and Saturday. Also keep a watch for crawfish on Wednesday!

Side Street Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

6. Side Street Grill

8.6
31 Florence St, Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · Midtown · 47 tips and reviews

Everett A.Everett Adamson: Best place outside of Central BBQ.

EricEric: Reopened!

Erin W.Erin Willis: Absolutely LOVED this place. Our server was fantastic. So were the smoked chicken nachos. And I do believe I found the best burger in Memphis. Ever.

The Lookout at the Pyramid is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

7. The Lookout at the Pyramid

8.6
1 Bass Pro Dr, Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · Downtown Memphis · 9 tips and reviews

Michelle B.Michelle Buice: The view is great. The menu is limited and pricy.

Nash P.Nash Pleasant: Solid food, great views from the top of the pyramid.

Melissa W.Melissa Wells: Amazing place to visit, loved it!

Acre Restaurant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

8. Acre Restaurant

8.5
690 S Perkins Rd, Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · Colonial Acres · 11 tips and reviews

Twirly J.Twirly J 💃: Drinks! Drinks! Drinks! The Blood Orange Cosmo is TO-DIE-FOR. Everyone at the table that tried different cocktails liked this the best. :) Go for it! Oh, p.s. I don't even care for Cosmos usually!

Tanja🇩🇪 S.Tanja🇩🇪 Sibley: One of my favorite drinks here is the "acre royal"

Erin W.Erin Willis: The patio is a gorgeous space in a cool day. Very classy restaurant. I heard good things about the burger, so I tried it... and it was delicious.

East End Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

9. East End Grill

8.6
7956 Winchester Rd (at Hacks Cross Rd.), Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

Brian S.Brian S: Cheese fries with chili are the way to go.

Michelle H.Michelle Hefley: Fish tacos are great!

Alecia M.Alecia Mckeever: The salads are great!!!

The Capital Grille is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

10. The Capital Grille

8.6
6065 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

Cakes S.Cakes Saw: Amazing dining. Top notch.

Harry H.Harry Henderson: The food 😁

The Commercial AppealThe Commercial Appeal: "Sumptuous" and "atmospheric," The Capital Grille is a meat lovers mecca, says Jennifer Biggs of The Commercial Appeal. Read more.

McEwen's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

11. McEwen's

8.6
122 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · Downtown Memphis · 35 tips and reviews

Jessica T.Jessica Toliuszis: This is the best lunch in downtown Memphis. And probably the best dinner too.

The Commercial AppealThe Commercial Appeal: The banana pie here is one of the all-time great Memphis desserts. Give yourself a treat and try it out. Read more.

Jessica T.Jessica Toliuszis: McEwen's is hands down best food in downtown Memphis. Perfect for business lunch or dinner. They post daily specials on their website - mcewensmemphis.com

A & J's Catfish Station is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

12. A & J's Catfish Station

7.8
5950 Knight Arnold Road Ext (Hickory Hill), Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

Darryl P.Darryl Poole: Great People! Great Food! Clearly a Family Owned & Family Friendly Place! Absolutely Affordable. And, More Great Food! Consistently does not disappoint!

AprilApril: Delicious. Blackened Tilapia, Green Beans, Slaw, and Hushpuppies. The cobbler is great too. The staff is awesome!!!

AL W.AL WARREN: BIG MENU! Order the big platters!

Belmont Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

13. Belmont Grill

8.2
4970 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

Bill C.Bill Crawford: Very good food and maybe the best burger in Memphis. This has been a Memphis staple for a long time and is well worth the visit.

Joe H.Joe Hayden: Okay food if you can manage to ignore the moronic political signs on the wall

Adam S.Adam Shellabarger: Better burger than Hueys.

Itta Bena is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

14. Itta Bena

7.9
145 Beale St (S 2nd), Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · Downtown Memphis · 18 tips and reviews

Diana P.Diana Pfaff: Mascarpone Grits. White Chocolate Bread Pudding. Unbelievable and so worth a non-balanced diet.!

Rick O.Rick Overturf: Had dinner here on the 21st of March. Awesome food and Service.

Brantley D.Brantley Davidson: Live music at Itta Bena on Friday night. Beale Street background.

Piccadilly Cafeteria is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Memphis.

15. Piccadilly Cafeteria

7.9
3425 Poplar Ave (at Highland), Memphis, TN
American Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Sylvia M.Sylvia Monfee: It's all delicious. We had chicken tenders, salmon patty, and smothered pork chop.

George G.George Glover: I get the large chopped steak and two vegetables almost every time....hard to beat!

Margaret B.Margaret Banks: It is what it is. Good stick to your ribs food at a reasonable price. The amount of food may be more than you should have in one sitting, so don't be afraid to plan your sides as a meal for later.