General Manager Lisa Franklin A native Memphian, Lisa Franklin started in the restaurant business at a young age working for The Sciara family at Cafe Max. Starting as a hostess, she worked her way up to fine dining management at age 20. At 21, she was hired by Chip Apperson and Chef Jeff Duhnam at The Grove Grill, a popular, upscale East Memphis restaurant, where she managed for nearly a decade. Now as the General Manager of Interim Restaurant since 2008, she strives to ensure a complete and unique dining experience for all of her guests. |
Executive Chef Jackson Kramer Jackson Kramer is a native Memphian who began his cooking career shortly after graduating from Christian Brothers High School in 1998. While working at The Grove Grill, he recognized his passion for food and decided to pursue a career in the culinary arts. Jackson relocated to Portland, OR where he graduated from Western Culinary Institute, a Le Cordon Bleu program. In Portland, Kramer worked under Chef Eric Laslow at Laslow’s NW; while there, Jackson assisted the restaurant in earning the Restaurant of the Year Award by the Oregonian newspaper. After graduation, Jackson completed his externship at Criolla’s in Grayton Beach, FL under the tutelage of Chef Johny Earles. |
BRUNCH (print menu) Daily Soup Truffle Parmesan Fries Macaroni & Cheese Casserole Caesar Salad House Green Salad Cobb Salad The Interim Breakfast Biscuit ‘Bennies’ Golden Malted Waffle Braised Pork Hash Interim Burger Croque Madame Beef Tips Pan Seared Salmon For the kids |
DESSERT (print menu) Frozen Apple Soufflé Frangelico Crème Brulee Seasonal Bread Pudding Cheese Plate We proudly serve Yolo brand gelato and sorbet, please ask your server regarding seasonal flavors. ILLY - Coffee· Cappuccino· Espresso |
DINNER (print menu) APPETIZERS Macaroni & Cheese Casserole Stuffed Quail Risotto Fritters Beef Cheeks Pork Belly Cheese and Charcuterie Board SOUP & SALADS Caesar Salad Arugula Salad House Green Salad MAIN Stuffed Trout Scottish Salmon Scallops Interim Burger Chicken Breast Angus Beef Filet Pork Tenderloin Duck Breast Vegetable Plate Executive Chef | Jackson Kramer 20% gratuity added for parties of 8 or more |
LUNCH (print menu) SALADS Edamame Salad Crab Cake Chicken Salad SANDWICHES Interim Burger Farm Egg Salad Roasted Pork Grilled Mahi Mahi MAIN Beef ‘Bavette’ Chicken Breast Scottish Salmon Vegetable Plate Sides Executive Chef | Jackson Kramer *bread available upon request |
Accolades Chef Josh Belenchia overhauls Interim's menu four times a year. ... Chef Josh Belenchia and staff do a complete overhaul of the menu four times a ... (read more) “When Kramer left for East Tennessee, sous chef Josh Belenchia took his place. Interim chef Josh Belenchia prepares the most expensive "designer" burger in town, priced at $15. The burger uses beef from Neola Farms. (read more) Josh Belenchia is sous chef at Interim Restaurant & Bar. Belenchia says his first cooking influence was his mother who would cook almost every night... (read more) He goes for a more laid back style and hopes to make his customers feel as comfortable as possible when they are in the restaurant…… Cooking precision is No. 1 on Belenchia’s to do list. (read more) |
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About Us Interim Restaurant & Bar opened on January 23, 2007 at 5040 Sanderlin Avenue. A highly visual state of the art kitchen is fused with the dining rooms to enhance the relationship between the Chef and his audience of patrons. The constant flow of activity and artistic food presentation are an integral part of the dining experience. Your palate will be peaked as the savory aromas from the Chef's culinary preparations spill out into the dining room. Interim's climate controlled wine room is also a focal point behind a glass wall bordering the dining room on one side. Visit us soon for dinner or have a cocktail in Interim's spectacular bar. Interim Restaurant & Bar ... come taste what's new! Executive Chef Jackson Kramer (bio)
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