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Iris

Creole restaurant · East Memphis ·

Iris

Creole restaurant · East Memphis ·
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Chef Kelly English’s flagship brings French-Creole technique to Memphis classics in the Laurelwood space, with polished service and a deep wine list. Highlighted by Eater and respected by local critics for special-occasion dining with local flavor.

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Creative Creole-French fare in an elegant renovated bungalow.

barbecue shrimp
fried green tomatoes
new orleans style
redfish
steak iris
chocolate pie
private rooms
craft cocktails
Google Rating
4.5 (496)
Yelp Rating
4.1
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4550 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38117 Get directions

$50–100

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Lunch reservations recommended
Popular for dinner
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Creative Creole-French fare in an elegant renovated bungalow.

barbecue shrimp
fried green tomatoes
new orleans style
redfish
steak iris
chocolate pie
private rooms
craft cocktails
Google Rating
4.5 (496)
Yelp Rating
4.1
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4550 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38117 Get directions

$50–100

See Menu
Usually a wait
Restroom
Popular for lunch
Lunch reservations recommended
Popular for dinner
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