Tonica Downtown is a lively Spanish-inspired tapas and cocktail bar located in the heart of the city. Open seven days a week, we offer an inviting atmosphere perfect for dinner, drinks, and weekend brunch. Our menu features a mix of classic and modern tapas, seafood, grilled meats, and house-made pastas, all designed for sharing. Guests can enjoy handcrafted cocktails, an extensive wine list, and seasonal specials that highlight Mediterranean flavors. Whether you’re joining us for a casual lunch, a late-night dinner, or our vibrant Saturday & Sunday brunch, Tonica Downtown is the perfect spot for friends, family, and celebrations.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 265 S Front St, Memphis, TN 38103
Phone: (901) 949-7693
Website: https://www.tonicamemphis.com/
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Tonica is a Spanish-inspired tapas bar specializing in gin tonics in midtown, Memphis.
Reviews
Tony
The bar service was excellent from start to finish. The space is open, spacious, and has a great atmosphere that feels lively without being overwhelming.
The food was outstanding across the board. I ordered the scallops, which were incredibly fresh, beautifully seared, and packed with flavor. The steak skewers were cooked perfectly. Tender, juicy, and well-seasoned.
The paella truly stood out. The rice was perfectly cooked with deep, rich flavor, absorbing all the savory essence from the seafood and meats. Every bite was layered and balanced, not mushy, not dry, just spot on. You can tell real care went into this dish.
The cauliflower had a slight firmness that gave it a great bite, exactly how vegetables should be cooked. Not overdone, just right.
Overall, an excellent dining experience. Great food, great service, and a great setting. 5/5
Update: the second time I came back again at bar service. Every was great but the scallop was cold and the paella cold. 4/5
3rd Visit – 2/5
Very disappointing. The lamb skewers and scallops came out cold. The mushroom and coconut shrimp were good, but the “habanero” sauce tasted like ketchup. Drinks took 30 minutes, food arrived before drinks, water was never refilled, and my friend never got the straw he asked for.
We paid $121 for tapas (lamb skewer, mushroom, coconut Shrimps and scallop) and two drinks and ended up going somewhere else after. Not worth it this time.
… moreThe food was outstanding across the board. I ordered the scallops, which were incredibly fresh, beautifully seared, and packed with flavor. The steak skewers were cooked perfectly. Tender, juicy, and well-seasoned.
The paella truly stood out. The rice was perfectly cooked with deep, rich flavor, absorbing all the savory essence from the seafood and meats. Every bite was layered and balanced, not mushy, not dry, just spot on. You can tell real care went into this dish.
The cauliflower had a slight firmness that gave it a great bite, exactly how vegetables should be cooked. Not overdone, just right.
Overall, an excellent dining experience. Great food, great service, and a great setting. 5/5
Update: the second time I came back again at bar service. Every was great but the scallop was cold and the paella cold. 4/5
3rd Visit – 2/5
Very disappointing. The lamb skewers and scallops came out cold. The mushroom and coconut shrimp were good, but the “habanero” sauce tasted like ketchup. Drinks took 30 minutes, food arrived before drinks, water was never refilled, and my friend never got the straw he asked for.
We paid $121 for tapas (lamb skewer, mushroom, coconut Shrimps and scallop) and two drinks and ended up going somewhere else after. Not worth it this time.
Jarvis Hughes
The food was pretty good. my wife and I got sliders. drinks were fantastic and I love the setting. our waiter Will had great customer service and great drink recommendations! Definitely coming back.
… moreThomas Stevens
The atmosphere and vibe here is really cool. I had the paella when there for dinner. It was mid..but flavorful. The sausage was gray, but the shrimp was fresh and wonderful. I’d say it was also too dry. I also tried a couple tapas…both were good
I will likely try this again…but pass on the paella
… moreI will likely try this again…but pass on the paella
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Only stopped in for drinks and dessert but I can already see this becoming one of my favorite restaurants. The vibe is elegant and I loved the light-bulb/greenery décor hanging from the ceiling. Great cocktail selection and the cake was delicious omg!! I hope word spreads – wishing them all the best!
… moreAnthony Jamias
Went in for dinner and they did not disappoint.
Ambiance, vibe, food and service were amazing!
Ordered the Buratta salad, sirloin and shrimp skewers, lamb skewers, mussels and chorizo and the classic paella…ALL were excellent..
… moreAmbiance, vibe, food and service were amazing!
Ordered the Buratta salad, sirloin and shrimp skewers, lamb skewers, mussels and chorizo and the classic paella…ALL were excellent..
Luis Robinson Garcia
Walked in with only 20 minutes before closing. It was somewhat empty but the bar area was kind of busy. The atmosphere is relaxed and chick. Bar tenders were great helped our suggesting drinks. My wife tried out the drinks and mentioned they were pretty good. We did not have a chance to order food kitchen was already closed. But the menu looked very interesting. Next time we are down there we will for sure get a bite to eat. Specially when its Spanish Tapas.
… moreRachel Mullen
Amazing food and service! Love the original location and the atmosphere in the downtown location is really special!
… morepenny asbell
Wonderful new option for downtown- dinner, tapas, nice bar- very pleasant atmosphere with great food
… moreAriel Yates
Food was mediocre at best. Service was terrible and not friendly by any means; felt very dismissed and brushed off vibes from all staff there. Shockingly surprising, I saw waiter I knew from a sister restaurant and was not pleased at experience tonight. I was excited to visit this restaurant and was not impressed. Guacamole was hard, manager never came to table to address the issue but did take it off the ticket after stating 3 times we were not satisfied.
Calamari batter was salty for myself and my party likings.
The aesthetics of the restaurant was cute and spacious but overall experience, I won’t be returning. Had to ask for WATER REFILLS , doesn’t make sense.
Everyone’s energy came off as “unbothered” and no hospitality non whatsoever.
What ever happened to pleasing PAYING customers?? Customer service is key! Don’t treat certain customers better than others and I saw it clear as day.
… moreCalamari batter was salty for myself and my party likings.
The aesthetics of the restaurant was cute and spacious but overall experience, I won’t be returning. Had to ask for WATER REFILLS , doesn’t make sense.
Everyone’s energy came off as “unbothered” and no hospitality non whatsoever.
What ever happened to pleasing PAYING customers?? Customer service is key! Don’t treat certain customers better than others and I saw it clear as day.
Gab
Went here shortly after the downtown location opened. The atmosphere was phenomenal. The drinks were on point and the food was incredibly delicious. The paella was definitely the best we thing we tried. Service was attentive and personable.
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