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McEwen's On Monroe

120 Monroe, Memphis, TN 38103 (Downtown)
901-527-7085
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Ranked #10 of 880 restaurants in Memphis
Price range: RM30 - RM105
Cuisines: American, Seafood
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Cross street: 2ND & MONROE
Transit: Main Street Trolley stop is less than half block from restaurant entrance. Trolley stop located at Monroe and Mid America Mall.
Description: McEwen’s on Monroe is passionate. Passionate about food, passionate about wine, and passionate about creating a place you long to come back to again and again. An eclectic blend of styles with the largest emphasis on Southern food raised to new and unusual heights. Lunch offers a wide array of excellent sandwiches, salads and business entrees, while dinner leans toward the more elaborate and inventive. Our commitment to a relaxed atmosphere and charming personality has enabled McEwen’s on Monroe to become one of Downtown’s most comfortable restaurants. Employing a knowledgeable and attentive staff always at the ready. In addition to the bar and dining room, our wine cellar is available for parties up to 20 people.
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Bluffton, South Carolina
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We were disappointed that it was closed for Mother's day and we could not get a reservation. But, we did happen across the restaurant for lunch one day and the restaurant did live up to it excellent reputation. You will really enjoy your meal at this restaurant.

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Houston, Texas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

McEwen's is a great place for dinner. They use local sources when possible and have fresh, delicious food. Service is good also!

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Oneida, New York
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27 reviews 27 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

a short walk from our hotel, we thoroughly enjoyed our evening meal here. Varied menu, server was pleasant, efficient, knowledgeable and prompt. Food was excellent (best biscuits we've ever had) and we could not recommend any higher. If you are in Memphis, please stop here!

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Chicago, Illinois
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

I enjoyed the food at the restaurant. Very unique and it tasted great. I would say there service is a bit slow--they probably need to do some work on that.

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MemphisFoodie, Owner at McEwen's On Monroe, responded to this review
12 May 2013

Thank you for dining with us at McEwen's and for your comments. We will be on top of any service issues. More

Claremont
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53 reviews 53 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

When we saw the name of the restaurant we thought it might have an Irish menu. We arrived and took a look at the menu, we were pleasantly surprised. All of our meal selections were perfectly prepared and absolutely delicious. We are not sure the type of cuisine that is offered but the menu was varied and creative. A nice... More

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MemphisFoodie, Owner at McEwen's On Monroe, responded to this review
12 May 2013

Thank you for dining with us at McEwen's. Our style of food is American Contemporary with a Southern Influence. More

Geel, Belgium
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30 reviews 30 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

If you are looking for a good restaurant in Memphis, stop looking any further, you have come to the right place. McEwen's on Monroe is an outstanding restaurant with great dishes and very stylish. I took the Sweet potato crusted catfish and my gf the chickenbreast.....both really great. Complementary you can take local beer on draught or pick a selection... More

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Honolulu, Hawaii
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26 reviews 26 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We loved this place! They have lots of small plates on the menu as well as entrees. We opted to share 2 small plates and an appetizer and that was a great choice. We had fried oysters, short rib on sour dough and the crab tostada and they were all fantastic! The service was very good and loved that they... More

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Hernando, Mississippi
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31 reviews 31 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

McEwen's is one of those places to carry you loved one for a night on the town. The last time we visited, the wife had a pecan encrusted fish. It was scrumptious.

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Batesville, MS
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013 via mobile

Dinner at McEwen's was delicious. I had the scallops, DH had the pan seared ribeye. Both were perfect. After dinner we left the dining room and went to the bar to finish our evening. Nice beer and wine selection. We will definitely return again.

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Northern VA
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

My family and I dined at McEwen's and it was a truly fantastic meal. My short-ribs on sour dough and crab tostada were top-notch. My father had a NY strip that "melted" in his mouth, and my Mom's lobster risotta was "one of the best meals" she's ever had. It wasn't an inexpensive evening, but anywhere where you can get... More

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