Restaurant Iris

Born and raised in Southern Louisiana Chef Kelly English fell in love with the culture and food of New Orleans Equipped with his training from awardwinning Chef John Besh English presents a unique dining experience Restaurant Iris specializes in FrenchCreole cuisine featuring local and seasonal ingredients English infuses his endless creativity and passion for food into each dish Whether indulging in his Oysters three ways a Knuckle Sandwich or a dessert made just for you one is sure to reap the benefits of Englishs rich culinary background We invite you to experience Restaurant Iris simplicity at its most elegant Please note Due to the limited capacity of our dining room we offer limited online reservation availability For more information regarding availability please contact the restaurant directlyBorn and raised in Southern Louisiana Chef Kelly English fell in love with the culture and food of New Orleans Equipped with his training from awardwinning Chef John Besh English presents a unique dining experience Restaurant Iris specializes in FrenchCreole cuisine featuring local and seasonal ingredients English infuses his endless creativity and passion for food into each dish

Restaurant Iris brings a distinctly French-Creole dining experience to Memphis, Tennessee, shaped by the culinary journey of Chef Kelly English. Born and raised in Southern Louisiana and inspired by the culture and flavors of New Orleans, Chef English brings training from award-winning Chef John Besh to every dish. At Restaurant Iris, the menu emphasizes local and seasonal ingredients, combining classic French-Creole roots with the chef’s creativity and passion. Guests can look forward to standout favorites such as oysters prepared “three ways,” a knuckle sandwich, and desserts made just for you. With a focus on elegant simplicity and a memorable, experience-driven approach, Restaurant Iris is a great choice for diners seeking refined Southern flavor in Memphis. Please note: due to limited dining room capacity, online reservation availability may be limited—contact the restaurant directly for the most up-to-date availability.