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The Lobbyist
Modern Southern
The mid-century bones, globe lights, and tall windows looking onto South Main suggest a certain kind of restaurant, and then the menu arrives to politely disagree. This fusion dinner spot folds Indian, Mexican, Thai, and Italian into each other without apparent anxiety, and the corn mash, which the New York Times flagged as one of the standout dishes of 2024, is a case study in how that audacity pays off. The chef earned a James Beard semifinalist nod in 2026. Portions run large, so bring company.
The awards strongest first
- Michelin Guide Selected Restaurant
- The New York Times 2024 · Corn Mash · The 26 Best Dishes We Ate Across the U.S. in 2024
- James Beard Awards 2026 · Semifinalist · Best Chef: Southeast · Jimmy Gentry
One number, weighted & current 79
How we scoreThe dishes from the writeups
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Delta Grind grits
“It’s hard to say which is the star of this signature dish: the coarse Delta Grind Grits, made from Mississippi corn and enriched with mascarpone, or the roasted seasonal squash mounted on top of them.”
The New York Times, 2024 -
Corn mash with acorn squash
“Corn mash with acorn squash set in a rich bacon jus speaks to this restaurant’s big, bold, and satisfying style.”
Michelin Guide
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- The Peabody Memphis Stay · 76
- ARRIVE Memphis Stay · 75
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