The best dining experiences are about creating moments. They either take you far away or cement a memory in your mind, with the most superior culinary adventures accomplish this with all five senses.

Char takes you out of everyday Memphis the moment you step inside its spacious dining room with its generous booths and warm lighting. Fun, upbeat music plays low enough as to not compete with the various conversations happening from the bar to the private booths to the larger dining rooms.

If you’re curious about what to order, the scents waft to your table from plates being delivered to nearby diners. And servers clad in crisp, white shirts with black vests can give sound recommendations.

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