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River Oaks

5871 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119
901-683-9305
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Ranked #151 of 1,007 restaurants in Memphis
Price range: $25 - $65
Cuisines: European, French, Contemporary
Good for: Romance, Special occasions
Dining options: Reservations
Restaurant details
Good for: Romance, Special occasions
Dining options: Reservations
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79% Recommend
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

This little spot located in the middle of the medium strip was VERY nice. Good food, great wait staff and a great value. Had a business dinner there and it was perfect. I would highly recommend!

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Memphis, Tennessee
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21 reviews 21 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Memphis. The food itself, as well as its presentation, are always excellent. I love the atmosphere, because it feels like, and is, a neighborhood dining option, but with the highest quality food. The prices are reasonable for the quality. I never feel rushed by the staff. I do wish that the menu... More

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Collierville, Tennessee, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013

Jose is a great Chef who runs a great restaurant The food is always delicious The service is attentive and courteous Wonderful dining experience

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Memphis, Tennessee
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

A wonderful restaurant in East Memphis. So many great choices on the menu,it is very difficult to make a selection. Whether steak,fish or seasonal items all are very fresh and exceptionally prepared. One of my favorites,is the beet salad. The servers are very professional.

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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17 reviews 17 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2013

The Blood Orange Margarita was fabulous as was the Chef Jose Sirloin Burger! My coworker loved the fish Taco Tuesday, which was a fusion of Asian and Mexican cuisine! The next day I had the Warm Goat Cheese Provencal, which was lovely but went over board with the Warm Dark Chocolate Fondant Cake, which is made only when specifically ordered.... More

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Cannes
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70 reviews 70 reviews
44 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

Went there based on their menu we found online. Food was very good. Desert excellent. Cheese plate, considering they have a French chef/owner was disappointing. Very average...at best, cheese served more chilled than room temperature as should have been, like taken right out of the cooler. Entree's were good, not outstanding, but good. Value was excellent. Service was superbe! Ate... More

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Play in the Rockies every day
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28 reviews 28 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 5, 2013

Walked in at 9:10pm and was told that only cold service was available. Hours open are 1 hour earlier than stated for hot. Alas, I had a great meal one day earlier, but was treated cold hearted.

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hampshire
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29 reviews 29 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2013

Amazing bar staff, great chef. They let themselves down on food. Love my regular food but had something different last couple of times and paid for it .... literally and figuartively...

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Germantown, TN
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35 reviews 35 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2013 via mobile

We had reservations for 5 at 5:30 as we had an event we were going to afterward. The food was excellent and the portions perfect! We got a great table and it was just an awesome experience. We will be back!

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Leavenworth, KS
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30 reviews 30 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2012

We visited this restaurant around 5:00 pm. We were asked if we had a reservation and of course we didn't since we were traveling and staying at the Sheraton next door. The hostess carefully studied her "reservation sheet" and conferred with someone else before seating us. Keep in mind that there were no more than 5 people in the entire... More

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