"River Oaks charms locals with New American cuisine prepared with graceful French technique. With a passion for pristine ingredients and a talent for seamlessly incorporating global influences, chef Ben Vaughn creates innovative interpretations of bistro favorites". - James Beard Foundation
Voted Best Restaurant in 2007
-Memphis Magazine
Nominated Best Chef 2007, Ben Vaughn
-Memphis Magazine
Voted Memphis best restaurant in 2006
-Memphis magazine food and wine panel
Voted Memphis best new restaurant in 2006
-Memphis magazine food and wine panel
Voted top five reviewed restaurants in 2006
-Commercial Appeal
Other votes and nominations: Best French / Continental food, Best Place to Seal the Deal, and Best Chef for Ben Vaughn
River Oaks is modern French-American bistro where the traditions of French cuisine meet the flavors of the American market with a menu reflecting the changing seasons and a focus on the simplicity of fine ingredients.
Masterfully designed by Nancy Mah, a Memphis-born designer whose work can be seen in New York restaurants including Michael Jordan's Steakhouse, Ruby Foo's, and Lutece. River Oaks has a beautiful interior that features a magnificent wine bar, a vibrant dining room, amazing lighting, and expansive hand-painted canvases by local artists. The exquisite décor is the perfect setting for River Oaks Restaurant's culinary delights.
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