MEMPHIS, Tenn., December 7, 2022 – Chef Jimmy Gentry announced today he will open The Lobbyist, a new upscale restaurant offering creative, contemporary cuisine in a vintage hotel atmosphere on the first floor of The Chisca building at 272 S. Main Street.

“We have put a lot of hard work into this concept and are looking forward to sharing The Lobbyist with everyone in 2023,” said Jimmy Gentry, Owner and Executive Chef, The Lobbyist and Paradox Catering and Consulting. “We will offer similar cuisine to that of P.O. Press including some old favorites, however I would say the whole menu is a bit more elevated. Stay tuned to the website and other media for the announcements of the staff.”

Gentry and team have been working on the interior of the space for four months which includes rich, dark colors and textures in a classic vintage style. Diners may feel a historic touch based on the decor when they step on to the original preserved vintage tile floor.

The restaurant boasts an eight-person chef’s table that overlooks the kitchen and a private room that will accommodate 20 people. The bar will accommodate 20 people and offer a craft cocktail program offering early and late night happy hours. The elevated wine list will perfectly accompany the creative cuisine served by the open kitchen.

While the complete menu is still being kept under wraps for now, diners can expect to enjoy the globally inspired dishes Gentry is known for while offering a couple of P.O. Press items he became known for.   

A website with more information will be available at lobbyistatchisca.com in the coming weeks.

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About Jimmy Gentry

Chef Jimmy Gentry is the Chef Owner along with his partner Alia Hogan of Paradox Catering and Consulting, Paradox Underground Dining, To Go by Paradox, Charcuterie by Paradox.  Paradox Catering is one of the Mid-South’s premier consultants and caterers providing services in corporate events, wedding, Kosher events and more.  Creating the image of Paradox Catering was a combination of goals and principles set forth by owner Chef Gentry, Hogan & Jessica Lambert by bringing attention to detail and sustaining an intuitive approach. Paradox’s objective is silencing trends and capturing a current style.