Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Majestic Grille
Memphis, TN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Majestic Grille runs a broad beverage program across cocktails, wine, beer, and coffee. The cocktail list balances classics like the Paper Plane with originals such as the Passionfruit Tequila Sour, while the wine list spans six countries. Local breweries appear on the beer list, and brunch brings a separate cocktail menu with specials. A guest called the drinks amazing and another praised the wine as fantastic.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Paper Plane, a balanced mix of Buffalo Trace, Amaro Nonino, Aperol, and lemon. For a deeper pour, the Black Manhattan uses Whistlepig Rye and Amaro Averna. The Irish Coffee, made with Bushmills, brown sugar, and cream, is a solid finisher.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts will appreciate the range of classics and originals. Wine drinkers will find international selections by the glass or bottle. Beer fans can sample local brews. Brunch crowds have a dedicated cocktail menu with lower prices.
- When should I go?
- Weekend brunch offers specialty cocktails and Downtown Dining Week specials with $5 Bloody Marys and Mimosas. The main menu is available at other times, though specific hours are not detailed.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run about $16 for a Paper Plane; brunch cocktails cost $8 to $14. Wine glasses start at $9, bottles from $36 to $160. Irish Coffee is $12, and coffee or tea runs $3 to $6.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The program stands out for its dual classic-and-original cocktail list, a wine selection that stretches from Spain to New Zealand, and a beer list that leans into the local breweries. The brunch cocktail menu and Downtown Dining Week specials add a community-focused angle.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A diverse cocktail menu mixes classics like the Paper Plane and Last Word with originals such as the Botanical Blossom and Passionfruit Tequila Sour. Brunch adds a separate set of specialty drinks, and pricing is moderate.
Menu strengths
- — Classic and original cocktails show range and ambition
- — Brunch cocktail menu with lower price point; Downtown Dining Week specials draw value seekers
Standout selections
- — Paper Plane - Buffalo Trace, Amaro Nonino, Aperol, lemon ($16)
- — Passionfruit Tequila Sour - Jaguar Blanco, lemon, Chinola Passionfruit Liqueur, simple syrup, jalapeño, egg whites
- — Botanical Blossom - Lanique Spirit of Rose, lychee, raspberry simple syrup, lime, Prosecco
Pricing: Paper Plane $16; brunch cocktails $8-$14; Downtown Dining Week $5 Bloody Mary and Mimosa glass
Wine
An international wine list covers sparkling, white, rosé, and red from France, Italy, Spain, New Zealand, Argentina, and California. Available by glass and bottle, with a range from $9 to $160.
Menu strengths
- — International breadth across six countries; By-the-glass and bottle options
Standout selections
- — Mercat Brut Rosé - Barcelona, Spain NV, glass $11 / bottle $44
- — Henri Perrusset Macon-Villages Chardonnay - Burgundy, France 2023, glass $16 / bottle $64
- — Faust Cabernet Sauvignon - Napa Valley, CA 2023, bottle $160
Pricing: Glasses $9-$18; bottles $36-$160
Beer
Beer list features local breweries like Crosstown, Wiseacre, and Made, alongside national brands. A seasonal selection is available upon request, but no prices are provided.
Standout selections
- — Crosstown Traffic IPA; Wiseacre Tiny Bomb Pilsner
Pricing: No beer prices listed
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options are limited to Lavazza coffee, cappuccino, espresso, Harney & Sons teas, and soft drinks. No dedicated non-alcoholic cocktails are listed, but the coffee and tea offerings are reasonably priced.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of coffee and tea options; Reasonable prices for coffee and tea
Standout selections
- — Harney & Sons Tea - English breakfast, earl grey, chamomile, citron green ($4)
Pricing: Coffee $3, Cappuccino $5, Espresso $4/$6, Tea $4
Spirits
Premium spirits such as Buffalo Trace, Old Dominick, Whistlepig, Hendrick's, and Planteray appear in cocktails. The only standalone spirit-based drink is the Irish Coffee with Bushmills whiskey.
Menu strengths
- — Uses premium spirits in cocktails; Irish Coffee made with Bushmills
Standout selections
- — Irish Coffee - Bushmills, brown sugar, cream ($12)
Pricing: Irish Coffee $12
How it sits with the food
No specific food-pairing notes are provided, but the wine list's range suggests flexibility with the restaurant's bar-and-grill fare. The cocktail list's citrus-forward options like the Cucumber Gin Rickey or Passionfruit Tequila Sour could complement lighter dishes.
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