Mollie Fontaine Lounge
(901) 524-1886
679 Adams Ave
Memphis,
TN
38105
35.1444
-90.038
Neighborhoods: Downtown Core, Central
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The Scene
Walking up to this Victorian mansion, you'd expect a lace-and-doily decor. Once inside Cielo, the plush comfy chairs, cobalt-blue lights, gold-leaf ceiling and baby grand piano in the mezzanine transport you to a funkier era. Candles flicker in three intimate dining rooms, while well-dressed foodies sip wine and groove to soft, jazzy music.
The Food
It's a virtual world tour of flavors. Seasonal changes enhance the eclectic menu, although seared foie gras, grilled sea bass and beef tenderloin are almost always available. Roasted garlic vinaigrette douses warm bread and fresh mozzarella salad. Tender lamb, roasted tomatoes and tahini pack a tangy punch. Wild mushroom risotto, baby bok choy or spinach-shiitake dumplings pair well with their main dishes. A diverse wine list plays into the varied theme, featuring everything from Riesling to pinot noir.
User Reviews
mammfissmangonewild
June 29, 2006
My experience was the food was average to above average for the area, but if Cielo was located in areas such as Atlanta, Charlotte or even Tampa, I'd give it 6 mos, the problem is no real competition or a bunch of people who really know their food in Memphis, plainly it's 'good' for what Memphis has to offer', which ain't much, but I'll say it's worth a try, but if you travel beyond the MidSouth or moved here from any other knowledgeable 'food city', you, no doubt will yawn
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blytheg
May 31, 2006
My husband and I ate at Cielo for our first wedding anniversary last weekend. The food was wonderful!! I was also impressed because they let us bring in the top tier of our wedding cake and served it to us after the dinner. The setting was very romantic as well. I would highly recommend Cielo for any special evening!
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Rossicat
May 02, 2006
An update on this restaurant: one year later. well, we went back as promised and unfortunatly our experience this time was not as pleasant. It took forever to get our food. there were six of us and no one got an appetizer. it took 2 1/2 hours for soup and entree to be served. food was great, service was average. we will not be back
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Call Ahead:
Closing times vary and reservations are required.
Category:
Restaurants, Lounges, Bars & Pubs
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Live Music, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
