River Oaks has reopened and Gutierrez is as good as ever
José Gutierrez, master chef and owner of River Oaks restaurant, fillets a large red snapper as he prepares to put it on the grill. Gutierrez’s restaurant is hosting dine-in seating and curbside pick up during the pandemic. (Houston Cofield/Special to The Daily Memphian)
Baked Alaska and crème brûlée are two of the dessert choices at River Oaks Restaurant. (Jennifer Biggs/Daily Memphian)
Rack of lamb en croute is a recent Saturday night special at River Oaks. (Jennifer Biggs/Daily Memphian)
José Gutierrez, master chef and owner of River Oaks restaurant, puts the finishing touches on a crispy tuna dish before it leaves the kitchen. (Houston Cofield/Special to The Daily Memphian)
River Oaks is known for their red meat and seafood dishes. The filet mignon seasoned in herb butter and served with mashed potatoes and green beans is a popular item on the menu. (Houston Cofield/Special to The Daily Memphian)
The farro golden beet salad is one of River Oak’s more popular items on the menu. The dish includes chunks of golden beets, hazelnut, farro and watermelon-radish slices. (Houston Cofield/Special To The Daily Memphian)
The kitchen at River Oaks is busy on a Wednesday night in July despite the pandemic. (Houston Cofield/Special To The Daily Memphian)
José Gutierrez, master chef and owner of River Oaks restaurant, sears some tuna on the grill before placing it on a dish. (Houston Cofield/Special To The Daily Memphian)
River Oaks Restaurant has reopened and chef/owner José Gutierrez is relaxed, his food is excellent and the restaurant as comfortable and welcoming as ever.
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Jennifer Biggs
Jennifer Biggs is a native Memphian and veteran food writer and journalist who covers all things food, dining and spirits related for The Daily Memphian.
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