Phone: +19017222700
Address: 243 South Cooper Memphis, TN 38104, United States
City: Memphis
Menu Dishes: 35
Reviews: 1239
Website: http://www.cafe1912.com/
"If your in the midtown area and are looking for a quiet place to grab glass of wine and a burger or steak you might want to pop in to cafe 1912 next to the old Bobs Barksdale breakfast joint. The wine selection is fair and reasonably priced. The menu is small and tasty. You will find a pork medallion in brown butter, a filet, a burger and shoestring fries, roasted chicken done right, lamb shank braised in port wine, and usually 2 or 3 seafood entrees like pan seared fish of the day, salmon or scallops in a chorizo cumin sauce. Dinner salad options include Lyonnaise and Niçoise along with a spinach entree salad. Please note that reservations are strongly recommended as even when the place looks empty most walk ins are turned away. Kind of snooty that way! The owners are elderly and not present so the wait staff and bartenders can appear more interested in amusing themselves than the patrons so be prepared for a little attitude. That said, 1912 can be a nice place to have a leisurely dinner without interruption or the staff trying to prematurely clear your table. This is bistro style, not fine dining and the atmosphere swirls around regulars enjoying conversation and wine in a relaxed setting. Could this be the next place for your regular gatherings? Maybe"
Full menu - 35 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Starters
Dessert
Salads
House Salad
Classic garden salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots with your choice of dressing.
Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with creamy Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, and crunchy croutons.
Spinach Salad
Fresh spinach, crisp bacon, sliced mushrooms, and boiled eggs, dressed with tangy vinaigrette.
Entrées
Marinated Olives
A mix of olives marinated in herbs and olive oil, offering a savory and aromatic appetizer.
Crispy Fried Calamari
Golden fried calamari rings, crispy on the outside and tender inside, served with a tangy dipping sauce for a delicious appetizer.
Brunch Specials
Main Courses
Braised Lamb Shank
Tender lamb shank slow-cooked in savory herbs and spices until falling off the bone, served with rich, aromatic jus.
Soups, Salads, Burgers, Crepes, And More
Side Dishes
Grits
Creamy Southern-style ground corn dish, often served with butter, cheese, or shrimp.
Bar Snacks
Pasta
Veggie Pasta
Pasta tossed with fresh seasonal vegetables, herbs, and a light olive oil sauce for a satisfying vegetarian delight.
Open Sandwich
Croque Madame
A classic French sandwich topped with ham, melted cheese, and a fried egg, served on toasted bread.
Vegetarian
Nicoise Salad
Nicoise Salad: Fresh greens, tuna, olives, tomatoes, eggs, and anchovies, dressed with olive oil and herbs.
Eggs & Things
Soups
Soup Of The Day
A comforting bowl of homemade soup, featuring fresh seasonal ingredients and aromatic herbs; flavors change daily.
Kids Menu
Pasta Of The Day
Chef's special pasta creation of the day using fresh ingredients, offering a unique and flavorful experience.
Mains
Pan-Seared Salmon
Pan-seared salmon fillet, served with seasonal vegetables and a lemon-butter sauce.
Insalata (Salad)
Seared Sea Scallops
Tender seared sea scallops served with a delicate herb butter sauce.
Small Plates
Appetizers To Share
Banquet Dessert Menu
Peter
Food was just ok this time. Service was very poor. The restaurant was not busy. Spent a lot of money on a disappointing experience.
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Lana
Horrible food- dry salmon and very small salad that was overpriced. Just dined at Porch and Parlor spent a little more for a fabulous meal!
Alvina
good food, nice atmosphere and good service. our server charles was very attentive. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to eat after a short piece in a beautiful atmosphere.
Wilda
#latepost I went to Valentine's dinner at this lovely restaurant. Everything was delicious! I love the open style kitchen you can see the staff making the creations ! And the wait staff was so accomodating. Remember to always make reservations ! View menu
Karla
Very retro, cool, small bar. Ran by the same people who have a coffee shop downtown have opened this cool bar in midtown. I call it my honeycomb hideout. Great place for when you don't want a big crowd around. Great classic cocktails and cheese boards.
Paul
Dinner is back! Reservations recommended, saw a couple of folks turned away . The calamari was excellent. The wine list is good, vintage Rhone red for $27. Catch of the day was pan seared corvina with beurre blanc sauce and risotto. Amaretto cheese cake was wonderful with ugly mug coffee.
Matt
Cafe 1912 is a offbeat, French-inspired restaurant situated in midtown Memphis. Generous portions, charming servers and an eclectic vibe. The dining area is broken into different sections, which keeps the noise level in check even when the restaurant is at capacity The highlights of my meal were the perfectly prepared frites and the spectacular braised short ribs in wine sauce. The cheese board was also impressive. It's definitely worth checking out. View menu
Erick
This place should get 3.5 stars. The food was good, but not great. The location used to be a lot of different businesses over the years since it was built in 1912. The place has a lot of charm with old photos of a woman who was once associated with the restaurant. I had the lobster bisque. It was OK. No lobster chunks, too fishy, and too thin of a consistency. My mussels were good, but oddly served with croutons. I've seen thin toast served but definitely different. Over all pretty good.
Karla
I used to love this restaurant, have been coming here for over 20 years. They had the best hamburger. Went yesterday and the food was disgusting. The appetizer was cold and watery, tasted like gross canned watery pasta sauce. The burger used to have anherb flavor the bun was small and sauce was different. The fries used to be shoestring and now it?s just a plane burger andfries you get at a dive bar. I couldn?t finish it because it wasn?t even worth the calories. You can just go across the streetat slider inn for a burger. So disappointed. Will not be coming back here anymore. Please fix the menu. The ambiance isn?t thesame anymore either.
Dan
If your in the midtown area and are looking for a quiet place to grab glass of wine and a burger or steak you might want to pop in to cafe 1912 next to the old Bobs Barksdale breakfast joint. The wine selection is fair and reasonably priced. The menu is small and tasty. You will find a pork medallion in brown butter, a filet, a burger and shoestring fries, roasted chicken done right, lamb shank braised in port wine, and usually 2 or 3 seafood entrees like pan seared fish of the day, salmon or scallops in a chorizo cumin sauce. Dinner salad options include Lyonnaise and Niçoise along with a spinach entree salad. Please note that reservations are strongly recommended as even when the place loo... View menu
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Fish Delight in our exquisite fish dishes, crafted from the freshest catch of the day. From grilled favorites to savory stews, our menu celebrates the ocean's bounty with flavors to satisfy every palate.
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Coffee Indulge in our rich and aromatic coffee selection, expertly brewed to awaken your senses. From classic espresso to creamy lattes, discover the perfect blend to start your day on a flavorful note.
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Cheese A curated selection of artisanal cheeses from around the world, featuring diverse flavors and textures that delight the palate. Perfect for sharing or savored individually with the ideal accompaniments.
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