Memphis Art Museum Gets New Restaurant

Memphis Art Museum is set to unveil a major culinary milestone next January with a full-service restaurant designed by Dryden Studio and helmed by local legend John-Paul Gagliano—creator of Ecco, Libro, and Tonica. This 4,500-square-foot space, featuring a 20-seat bar and dual indoor/outdoor seating, will even have its own entrance to operate independently of the museum. Spearheaded by Herzog & de Meuron and championed by museum director Dr. Zoe Kahr, the project blends art and cuisine while honoring Memphis’ food heritage. Gagliano’s mom, Sabine Bachmann, pioneered the city’s dining scene on Front Street decades ago—now her son’s latest venture, Tonica, stands just steps away. This isn’t just another restaurant—it’s a family legacy reimagined for the riverfront, poised to redefine downtown Memphis dining. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8d35890b8c5ce29f