Pepper Bistro

Pepper Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. J

   James

   Memphis2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   I recently visited this restaurant on Valentine’s Day, expecting a VIP experience, but unfortunately, it was anything but. First, the parking situation was unacceptable—there was no concrete parking, making it extremely difficult for women in heels to walk comfortably. A simple improvement like concrete parking could go a long way in enhancing the experience for guests. To make matters worse, our meal took almost 3 ½ hours to complete when it should have taken less than two. The restaurant wasn’t even busy, yet the service was excruciatingly slow. When the food finally did arrive, it was cold and far from the quality one would expect from a restaurant that promises VIP treatment. We drove 45 minutes expecting a special night, but instead, I left with a wife who was upset and disappointed. Overall, this experience was terrible, and I’m left regretting that we chose this place for such an important evening. A lot of improvements need to be made if they want to live up to their promise of providing exceptional service.
   

   Pepper BistroResponded on 25 February 2025

   James, thank you so much for your review. We are heart broken that you and your wife found your dining experience to be terrible. We realize the challenges that we face with the area and the building and are meeting them head on. We had a server that did not report to work but that is not an excuse. You specifically noted that the parking is unacceptable and the food was cold when you received it - for this we apologize. We are fairly new and from your private note I believe that you want us to do well which means doing better. We hope you enjoyed the atmosphere, some of the courses, and the champagne. We would have been glad to rewarm your food for you or comp the entree, if we had known. Please don't give up on us, and we hope you and your wife will book again soon!!
   

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   HermanN

   Memphis1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 8 April 2023

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   I really love this little bistro. It's a bit out the way whenever I am in Memphis, but I make it a point to stop at Pepper and grab something on the go or dine-in for dinner. I had the French Mustard Chicken Thighs and Brandy Sweet Potato Pie. It was all delicious. The bistro is sort of rustic. It appears to be a work in progress, but I look forward to dining again very soon. Oh yes, try the Lavender and Earl Grey Tea cookies when you visit!
   

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   TwoGuysFromMemphis

   Memphis5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 20 July 2022

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   First time trying the pepper bistro. Cute, eclectic restaurant in the tiny town of Galloway, TN. We had reservations for 1pm, but we were the only people there. They presented a lengthy lunch menu, but was disappointed to hear that they were only serving four items, two of which were burgers. I had wanted to try one of the quiches. We both order the burgers; one was the French Bistro burger with sautéed mushrooms and a Gorgonzola aioli, the other was a traditional American cheese burger with pimento cheese. Both were served with fries. Be prepared, the French Bistro burger is big and kind of messy. If you are on the fence about Gorgonzola slip it. The aioli is quite strong and very not for those who don’t like blue cheeses. The owner and Chef, Diana, came out to greet us and offered a piece of lemon pound cake, on the house. Most pound cake is served cold or room temperature. This was served slightly warm with a lemon glaze. Quite delicious! We plan to go back for dinner and hope that there are more options. The dinner menu looks fantastic!
   

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Memphis1 review

   1.0

   Dined on 25 June 2022

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   We drove 45 minutes just to to realize that the restaurant in business.
   

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Memphis1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 8 March 2022

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We had a great time dining at Pepper. The owner was a wonderful soul that made sure we were taken care of. The food was amazing! This is a nice little getaway spot, can't wait to go back!
   

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Memphis3 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 15 February 2022

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Valentines Day Special Menu. The highlight was the appetizer. It went down from there. Claims to cook “fresh” but there were obvious frozen, canned, and boxed ingredients used in the dishes, poorly seasoned and overcooked. Claims French inspired but did not experience that in anything but portion sizes and wait time. There were good ideas behind the menu, but did not come through in the presentation.
   

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Memphis2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 15 February 2022

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Won’t go back to this place.
   

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Memphis2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on 15 February 2022

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   Spent $125 per person for Valentines dinner.. advertised as a prix fix menu including champagne .. ONE glass. Very disappointed that the 3 courses included a basic salad with beets, “lobster spaghetti”.. literally spaghetti noodles with basic sauce and a couple chunks of lobster, dessert?… we waited 40 minutes for dessert before we decided to leave without the dessert. We were one of many couples who finally walked out. As people who have worked in the restaurant industry and support local businesses, we hung around as long as we could. One star given only because zero stars was not an option.
   

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9. GR

   GallawayRocks

   Memphis2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 25 September 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   I love, love this little elegant rustic bistro! The food is outstanding! The restaurant was a little short on servers, but overall the meal was excellent, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
   

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    GallawayRocks

    Memphis2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 May 2014

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5

    I booked for fine dining, and we ate some of the best food during our 7-courses. The courses did take a while, so relax and prepare to stay at least 2 hours.
    

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