DINING
American
Arcade Restaurant
540 South Main Street • Memphis, TN 38103
Located in Downtown Memphis
901-526-5757
Serving breakfast all day, the Arcade is Memphis' oldest restaurant that has been pleasing its patrons since 1919. A historical landmark, the Arcade has been featured in such movies as Great Balls of Fire, the Client, Elvis: The Early Years and 21 Grams. Besides breakfast choices, menu items include sandwiches, salads and pizza. more... mapBelmont Grill Germantown
9102 Poplar Pike • Memphis, TN 38104
901-624-6001
An award-winning, comfortable neighborhood restaurant that offers a fantastic selection of barbecue ribs, sandwiches, burgers, shrimp, and steak on their menu, complemented by excellent and attentive service. They are open daily for lunch and dinner.Belmont Grill Germantown
9102 Poplar Pike • Germantown, TN 38138
901-624-6001
Belmont Grill Germantown is known for being a Best Burger & Best Late-Night Dining award winner. Their menu also features sandwiches, seafood, soups and salads. more... mapD'Bo's Buffalo Wings 'n' Things
5727 Raleigh LaGrange • Memphis, TN 38134
901-379-0006
This restaurant's succulent wings are served hot, mild, seasoned, and if you live dangerously, suicidal. They prepare them "buffalo style," meaning crisp, batterless, and with a choice of dressings and vegetables, and they also feature homemade burgers, sandwiches, side dishes, and desserts on their menu. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapEast End Grill
7956 Winchester Rd • Memphis, TN 38115
901-432-4256
A terrific casual neighborhood bar and grill which has one of the best patios in Memphis and offers a menu filled with hearty sandwiches, interesting salads, and fabulous steaks and burgers. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more... mapEast End Grill
7547 Highway 64 • Memphis, TN 38133
901-937-1392
A casual neighborhood bar and grill which has one of the best patios in Memphis and offers a menu filled with hearty sandwiches, interesting salads, and fabulous steaks and burgers. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more...Elliott's Restaurant
16 South Second Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-525-4895
Set in a classic turn-of-the century building, this downtown landmark restaurant is known for having "the Best Burgers in Memphis." Weekday lunch is the only meal served here and the menu consists of gourmet burgers, an award-winning salad bar, delicious sandwiches, soups, and baked potatoes. mapGrill 83
83 Madison Avenue • Memphis, TN 38103
Located Next to the Luxurious Madison Hotel
901-333-1224
Grill 83 and world-class chefs offer elegant downtown dining for any meal - breakfast, lunch and dinner. From perfect omelettes in the morning to prime steaks and fresh seafood from the East and West coasts in the evening, Grill 83 is the ideal place to meet over business or dine with friends. more... mapHard Rock Cafe
315 Beale Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-529-0007
Enjoy a menu of all-American food and see the world's largest collection of rock memorabilia while at this well known themed restaurant which is open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapHouston's Restaurant
5000 Poplar Avenue • Memphis, TN 38117
901-683-0915
The pub-meets-restaurant atmosphere, this restaurant caters to a full range of patrons and the menu offers such delights as steak entrees, chicken, seafood, sandwiches, and salads. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapHuey's Midtown
1927 Madison Avenue • Memphis, TN 38104
901-726-4372
Winner of the "Best Burger in Memphis" award for 18 consecutive years, this restaurant is home of "Blues, Brews and Burgers" and patrons can test their skills at frill-pick shooting, relax and listen to the blues, or try a world famous Huey burger. A variety of appetizers, salads, and sandwiches to go are aslo on the menu and live music is provided on Sundays. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapInterim Restaurant & Bar
5040 Sanderlin Avenue • Memphis, TN 38117
901-818-0821
Enjoy a casual yet elegant atmosphere to enjoy seasonal American cuisine prepared by Chef Jackson Kramer at Interim Restaurant & Bar. Signature dishes include braised pork shanks, oysters on the half shelf and warm chocolate cake. A climate controlled wine room in also on site. more... mapLulu Grille
565 Erin Drive at Poplar • Memphis, TN 38117
Located in Erinway Center
901-763-3677
An award-winning neighborhood restaurant which features an amazing selection of steaks, chops, chicken, pastas, seafood, and mouthwatering desserts on the menu, complemented by an extensive wine list. They are open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. They have a wonderful patio and three private dinning rooms. more... mapNeil's Bar & Grille
1835 Madison Avenue • Memphis, TN 38103
901-278-6345
A Memphis favorite which boasts the "biggest deck in town," this restaurant offers an array of American cuisine on the menu, such as steaks, seafood, pastas, plate lunches, and their unique chili cheeseburger in a bowl, complemented by full service service. A game room is on the property and live entertainment is provided nightly. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. mapNorth End
356 North Main Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-526-0319
This hot spot offers a casual dining atmosphere and a 100 item menu full of treats and creative American entrees. They are known for their "world famous hot fudge pie" and offer a plentiful beer list, as well as creative cocktails. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. mapPier, The
100 Wagner Place • Memphis, TN 38103
901-526-7381
Renowned for their New England clam chowder and prime rib, this downtown landmark restaurant has an authentic nautical decor and they specialize in steaks, prime rib, and seafood, including New Zealand lobster. Excellent view of the Memphis waterfront are available and they are open for dinner. mapRiver Oaks Restaurant
5871 Poplar Avenue • Memphis, TN 38119
901-683-9305
River Oaks Restaurant offers an elegant, upscale dining atmosphere in a classic bistro setting. The menu features the freshest day-boat seafood and an offering of the best in dry aged beef. Utilizing local growers guarantees the freshest produce and specialty items. Only offering boutique and free range farm meats, River Oaks Restaurant's consistency and quality are top notch. more... mapTGI Friday's
185 Union Avenue • Memphis, TN 38103
901-523-8500
One of the first American casual dining chains, this well known restaurant is newly renovated and is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu offers a wide variety of traditional and unique American cuisine, complemented by full bar service. more... map
Asian
Lilly's Dim Sum, Then Some
903 South Cooper Street • Memphis, TN 38104
901-276-9300
A popular Memphis restaurant that is open daily for lunch and dinner and offers a menu filled with contemporary Asian cuisine, such as Oriental appetizers and a great selection of Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Korean noodle and rice based soups and entrees. mapSaigon Le
51 North Cleveland Street • Memphis, TN 38104
901-276-5326
A popular, casual dining restaurant that provides friendly service and generous portions of Chinese and Vietnamese dishes. The menu consists mainly of meat, fish, and noodle and the restaurant is open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. map
Bar-B-Que
Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous
52 South Second Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-523-2746
A Memphis tradition since 1948, this restaurant is known for their world famous ribs, as well as a menu which features charcoal-broiled pork ribs, barbecue chicken, specialty dishes, and sausage and cheese plates. Gift or party platters to go are available and they are open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner, as well as for lunch on Friday and Saturday. more... mapCorky's B-B-Q
5259 Poplar Avenue • Memphis, TN 38119
901-685-9744, 800-926-7697
A must for Memphis tourists, this world famous barbecue restaurant was voted number one in Memphis for 18 years straight and it was featured on Food Network, Bon Appetit, and Southern Living. The restaurant specializes in mouthwatering barbecue slow-cooked over hickory pits in the old-fashioned Southern tradition and it is also the world's largest barbecue shipper. more... mapJim Neely's Interstate Bar-B-Q
2265 South Third Street • Memphis, TN 38109
901-775-2304
A Memphis fixture for over 21 years and rated the number two barbecue restaurant in the United States in a survey by People Magazine, this restaurant specializes in pork and beef brisket and serves a menu of pork ribs, rib tips, beef ribs, a variety of sausages, turkey, chicken, barbecue spaghetti, and barbecue bologna daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapMarlowe's Ribs & Restaurant
4381 Elvis Presley Boulevard • Memphis, TN 38116
901-332-4159
Award-winning barbecue highlights the extensive menu at this restaurant which also serves appetizers, sandwiches, Southern style entrees, and tantalizing desserts. Patrons can enjoy a free ride in a pink limousine which picks up from participating hotels and the restaurant is open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more... mapNeely's Bar-B-Q
5700 Mt. Moriah • Memphis, TN 38115
901-795-4177
Known for its one pound, large chop shoulder sandwich, this cozy restaurant has experienced national success and has been rated one of the top barbecue restaurants in the country by Al Roker of the NBC Today. The menu consists of some of the best barbecue in the country, such as pork shoulder, ribs, beef brisket, smoked turkey, barbecue chicken and hot wings, and they are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapPig-N-Whistle Restaurant
7144 Winchester Road • Memphis, TN 38120
901-754-4400, 877-744-6742
Voted as having the number one barbecue sauce in the area, this restaurant offers a delicious menu which offers something for everyone, such as pork, chicken, and turkey smoked over hickory hardwood, sandwiches, side dishes, and desserts, served daily for lunch and dinner. Full catering services are also available. more... map
Bistro
Cafe 1912
243 South Cooper • Memphis, TN 38104
901-722-2700
Situated in a 1912 building, this small, casual bistro features a mix of French, Italian, New Orleans, and Caribbean cuisines on the seasonal menu that includes soups, salads, bruschetta, po’boys, crepes, lamb, steak, and seafood. Fourteen wines are available by the glass or by the bottle, along with a limited selection of beers, and they are open nightly for dinner. Reservations are recommended. map
Brew Pubs
Boscos Squared
2120 Madison Avenue • Memphis, TN 38104
901-432-2222
The restaurant for beer lovers! Features a menu with items such as fresh fish, steaks, sandwiches, and wood-fired pizzas. Try one of their award-winning handcrafted brews. more... map
Cafes
Brother Juniper's at the Palace
3050 Central Avenue • Memphis, TN 38111
901-320-6407
This popular cafe has been voted as having the best breakfast in Memphis and it specializes in oven-baked pastries, breads, and granolas, as well as hearty breakfast dishes, fresh salads, quality sandwiches, soups, and desserts. They are open daily for breakfast and lunch. more... mapCafe de France
2169 Central Avenue • Memphis, TN 38104
Located at Palladio International Antique Market
901-276-3993
This European style cafe has a unique Old World atmosphere, complete with beautiful European antiques and fine art, and they serve a menu of delicious homemade fare and gourmet sandwiches for lunch only Tuesday through Saturday. more... mapOtherlands Cafe
641 South Cooper • Memphis, TN 38104
901-278-4994
Eat, drink, and shop for that exotic gift, all under one roof, while at this friendly cafe that offers some of the best coffee and espresso drinks in Memphis, as well as fresh squeezed juices, specialty breads, bagels, pastries, homemade pies, vegetarian goodies, soups, veggie burgers, and quiche. They are open daily for breakfast, lunch, and early dinner. map
Caribbean
Automatic Slim's Tonga Club
83 South Second Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-525-7948
An artfully creative atmosphere sets the mood for this restaurant's delightful Caribbean and Southwestern dishes. The menu offers an array of selections sure to satisfy anyone from vegetarians to food adventurers. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and on Saturday for dinner only. map
Chinese
P.F. Chang's
1181 Ridgeway Road • Memphis, TN 38119
Located at Park Place Centre
901-818-3889
A unique combination of Chinese cuisine, attentive service, wine, and tempting desserts are all served daily for lunch and dinner in a stylish, high-energy bistro atmosphere at this restaurant which is always fresh, contemporary, and consistently outstanding. more... map
Coffee Shops
Java Blues
7716 Poplar Avenue • Memphis, TN 38104
901-759-1958
An authentic, funky, bluesy coffee shop that serves the freshest and most flavorful coffee in town daily for breakfast and lunch plus features an outstanding menu of traditional American favorites. mapJava Cabana
2170 Young Avenue • Memphis, TN 38104
901-272-7210
Cooper-Young's first coffee house, this lively coffee house features "Seattle's Best Coffee" and the decor consists of local and regional art on display and for sale. An array of coffee drinks and light sandwiches are on the menu and weekly performances by local artists are provided. They are open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. map
Contemporary
J. Alexander's
2670 North Germantown Parkway • Memphis, TN 38133
901-381-9670
A fabulous contemporary restaurant that is open dialy for lunch and dinner and offers an award-winning menu which features hardwood-grilled steaks, baby back ribs, salmon, daily fresh seafood selections, soups, entree, salads, burgers, and sandwiches. more... mapJarrett's
5689 Quince • Memphis, TN 38119
901-763-2264
A creative regional American menu, warm bistro atmosphere, and cozy bar with outstanding French and American wines makes up this charming restaurant which also provides outdoor dining and a banquet facility. They are open for dinner Monday through Saturday; closed on Sundays. more... map
Creole & Cajun
Bayou Bar and Grill
2105 Madison Avenue, Suite 1 • Memphis, TN 38104
901-278-8626
With a patio available for outdoor dining, this unique, charming eatery specializes in Cajun favorites, such as jambalaya, gumbo, catfish acadian, Cajun shrimp, red beans and rice, and muffalettas and they are open daily for lunch and dinner. mapKing's Palace Cafe
162 Beale Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-521-1851
The "home of championship gumbo," this dimly lit, cozy little joint provides a full menu of appetizing Southern delicacies, such as the rack of ribs, Cajun specialties, and shrimp and crawfish etouffee, and blues and jazz music is provided nightly. mapOn Teur 61
2015 Madison Avenue • Memphis, TN 38104
901-725-6059
"One of the best the best little hole-in-the-walls in Memphis," this funky little restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner and it offers an extensive selection of great Cajun home cooking at very reasonable prices. mapOwen Brennan's Restaurant
6150 Poplar Avenue • Memphis, TN 38119
901-761-0990
Providing a full menu of Cajun, Creole, and seafood dishes in an upscale New Orleans style atmosphere, this elegant, upscale, and festive restaurant has an enticing New Orleanian decor and live jazz entertainment is provided on weekends. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner plus serve brunch on Sunday. map
Delis & Sandwich Shops
Lenny's Sub Shop
465 North Germantown Parkway, Suite 111 • Memphis, TN 38018
901-755-5600
Lenny's is a genuine Philadelphia-style sub shop offering fresh baked bread and first quality deli meats and cheeses, sliced fresh to order. Their world-class Philly cheesesteaks are served fresh and hot off the grill. more... mapVinnie's Italian Deli
1497 Union Avenue • Memphis, TN 38104
901-722-9902
Enjoy a very simple dining experience while at this delicatessen which offers a menu of seven sandwiches, pasta with marinara sauce, lasagna and chicken parmigiana, and two desserts. Take-out ordering is encouraged, though there are a few high tables and a shelf with stools around two walls of windows in front. map
Eclectic
Grove Grill, The
4550 Poplar Avenue • Memphis, TN 38117
901-818-9951
A fine dining, neighborhood style restaurant which specializes in eclectic American cuisine and offers a menu filled with favorite staples, created with Louisiana Creole, Texas Southwestern, South Carolina low country, and classic continental cooking techniques. They are open daily for lunch and dinner and reservations are recommended. more... mapRiver Terrace Restaurant
280 North Mud Island Drive • Memphis, TN 38103
901-528-0001
Difficult to get to, but worth the trouble as a table by the huge windows of this restaurant puts you about 20 feet away from Old Man River. The spectacular menu consists of specialties such as Mango-tarragon glazed shrimp, excellent crawfish cakes, pork tenderloin marinated in chipotle peppers, smoked duck breast with Asian spices and lemongrass, and rich desserts. map
Ethnic
Abyssinia Restaurant
2600 Poplar • Memphis, TN 38138
901-321-0082
Explore the spirit of adventurous taste while at this unique restaurant which specializes in authentic Ethiopia cuisine with dishes such as spiced chicken, salmon goulash, and lowfat vegetarian, lamb, and beef available on the menu. The restaurant also features a daily buffet and they are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. map
French
Aubergine Restaurant
5007 Black Road • Memphis, TN 38117
901-767-7840
Contemporary French cuisine served in an elegant, colorful setting is featured at this restaurant that offers fresh seafood and mostly organically raised meat on their menu, complemented by an excellent wine list. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday for dinner only. mapBonne Terre Cafe
4715 Church Road West • Memphis, TN 38651
Located in Nesbit, Mississippi
662-781-5100
Enjoy five and six course dinners consisting of French country cuisine prepared by award-winning chefs in an elegant, intimate setting while at this restaurant that offers specialties on the menu such as jumbo lump crab cakes, sauteed red snapper on asparagus, and bacon wrapped monk fish. Limousine service is available and jazz entertainment is provided for Sunday brunch. They are open by reservations only Tuesday through Saturday with seating beginning at 5:00 p.m. more...Cafe Society
212 North Evergreen Street • Memphis, TN 38104
901-722-2177
The relaxed and cozy atmosphere of a French cafe is reflected at this restaurant which offers a quiet getaway complete with a pleasantly lit and decorated atmosphere. Delicious French and American entrees, such as braised lamb shank with a pear brandy and walnut glaze, are on the menu and they are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner, as well as on Saturday for dinner only. mapLa Tourelle Restaurant
2146 Monroe Avenue • Memphis, TN 38104
Located One Block from Overton Square
901-726-5771
"A Memphis fine dining tradition since 1977," this establishment has long been Memphis' favorite French restaurant and it takes its name from the turret in one corner of the turn-of-the-century house where it is located. Delicious French cuisine consisting of Gulf grouper, venison, veal, and lamb chops is on the menu and they are open nightly for dinner. Sunday Brunch is also served and reservations are highly suggested. more... mapPaulette's Restaurant
2110 Madison Avenue • Memphis, TN 38104
901-726-5128
The perfect place for a romantic evening out, this restaurant was modeled after a European country inn and it offers an extraordinary menu of French and Hungarian influences that are colorful and rich in flavor. They are open daily for lunch and dinner and reservations are recommended. map
Fusion
KoTo
22 South Cooper • Memphis, TN 38104
901-722-2244
Popular local restaurateurs Jimmy Ishii and Erling Jensen fuse Japanese and European cuisine at this restaurant which offers such specialties on the menu as smoked rack of lamb and poppy-seed seared tuna with plum sauce. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday through Friday. map
International
Beauty Shop, The
966 South Cooper • Memphis, TN 38104
901-272-7111
Set inside an old 1940s-style beauty shop, patrons of this restaurant can dine in refurbished hair-dryer chairs. An eclectic array of chairs and tables from antique stores keeps up the beauty shop theme and the menu, which is globally inspired, provides a wonderful range of culinary influences sure to please all customers. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and open on Sunday for brunch. mapCielo
679 Adams Avenue • Memphis, TN 38105
901-524-1886
Housed in an ornate Victorian mansion filled with 19th century architecture and original artwork, this restaurant features an eclectic, avant garde atmosphere and a superb menu of international fusion cuisine, with influences from South America, the Caribbean Islands, and Pacific Rim countries. They are open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner only and reservations are recommended. mapErling Jensen, The Restaurant
1044 South Yates • Memphis, TN 38119
901-763-3800
Globally inspired cuisine, an award-winning wine list, and an elegant yet comfortable atmosphere are featured at this restaurant which uses the freshest, most seasonal ingredients to create their magnificent dishes. They are open nightly for dinner. more... map
Irish Pubs
Silky O'Sullivan's
183 Beale Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-522-9596
The number one Irish bar between Chicago and New Orleans, this establishment has a pleasant, inviting dining atmosphere, complete with live music, great drinks, great food, and real Southern fun. The menu contains a wide array of selections, including Memphis barbecue, sandwiches, great appetizers, and exquisite desserts. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch on the weekends. more... map
Italian
Bravo! Ristorante
939 Ridge Lake Boulevard • Memphis, TN 38120
901-684-6664
Waiters and waitresses perform arias and show tunes while serving outstanding Mediterranean and Italian cuisine at this lively restaurant that also offers breakfast and lunch menus which feature American fare and buffets. mapBrooklyn Bridge Italian Restaurant
1779 Kirby Parkway • Memphis, TN 38138
901-755-7413
This intimate, family restaurant has been serving home cooked Italian food in Memphis since 1985 in an intimate atmosphere and the menu includes such delicacies veal and shrimp toscana and beef tenderloin in red wine sauce over angel hair pasta. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday for dinner only. mapColetta's Italian Restaurant
2850 Appling Road • Memphis, TN 38133
901-383-1122
Serving Memphis since 1922, this restaurant is the orginator of the barbecue pizza and everything is homemade including sauces, lasagna, ravioli, manicotti, spumoni, and cannoli. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapSpaghetti Warehouse
40 West Huling • Memphis, TN 38103
901-521-0907
Generous portions of Old-World Italian cuisine served in a fun and festive atmosphere is featured at this restaurant which prepares a full menu of hearty, made-from-scratch dishes. They are open daily for lunch and dinner and reservations are required for groups of eight or more. more... mapSpindini
383 South Main Street • Memphis, TN 38103
Located in Downtown Memphis
901-578-2767
Chef Judd Grisanti continues a family tradition by offering fine Italian dining in a contemporary upbeat setting. Menu selections include wood-fired pizza, bruschetta, fried calamari, lobster ravioli, chicken parmigiana, oven roasted lasagna, halibut, and filet of beef tenderloin. An extensive list of Italian and Californian wines is available. more... map
Japanese
Sekisui Downtown
160 Union Avenue • Memphis, TN 38103
901-523-0001
A traditional Japanese restaurant which offers some of the best authentic Japanese cuisine in Memphis, including tempura and teriyaki, as well as a traditional, finely stocked sushi bar. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday through Friday. mapSekisui Pacific Rim & Sushi Bistro
4724 Poplar Avenue • Memphis, TN 38117
901-767-7770
Some of the best authentic Japanese cuisine in Memphis, including a finely stocked sushi bar, can be found at this restaurant that also offers a robata grill, creative salads, desserts, premium sakes, Japanese beers, and fine wines. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday through Friday. more... map
Locally Operated
Soul Fish Cafe
862 South Cooper • Memphis, TN 38103
901-725-0722
Serving lunch and dinner daily, Soul Fish Cafe offers a simple menu of such selections as salads, sandwiches, and breaded catfish. map
Mediterranean
Maxwell's
948 South Cooper Street • Memphis, TN 38104
901-725-1009
Bright combinations of Mediterranean flavors are served at this restaurant which has a relaxing deocr consisting of dark walls decorated with contemporary art, which is for sale. The bar is popular with the martini-and-cigars crowd. map
Mexican & Southwestern
Cafe Ole
959 South Cooper Street • Memphis, TN 38104
901-274-1504
Walls painted to resemble a crumbling adobe wall, Mexican folk art, and leopard-print booths provide a casual and funky setting at this casual Mexican restaurant with a lively midtown atmosphere that offers a menu full of healthy Mexican and Southwestern cuisines with specialties including enchiladas, cowboy steak, and shrimp Diablo. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. mapSalsa Cocina Mexicana
6150 Poplar Avenue • Memphis, TN 38119
901-683-6325
California-style Mexican cuisine served in a bustling and festive atmosphere is provided at this restaurant which offers specialty dishes such as tequila-lime shrimp and burrito de carnitas. Weekly live entertainment is also provided and they are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. map
Pacific Rim
Tsunami
928 South Cooper • Memphis, TN 38104
Located in the Historic Cooper-Young District
901-274-2556
Specializing in Pacific Rim cuisine, the Asian-inspired menu at this restaurant boasts a delectable assortment of seafood, chicken, lamb, beef, and vegetarian dishes served nightly for dinner and spacious private dining room is available for groups up to 40 people. Reservations are recommended. more... map
Pizza
Chuck E. Cheese's
3649 Hickory Hill Rd. • Memphis, TN 38115
901-363-1064
Chuck E. Cheese's offers games, rides, prizes, food, and entertainment that children of all ages will love. The entire family will enjoy their freshly baked pizzas and garden fresh salad bar. Visit for everyday fun or they can host special occasions. This is truly "where a kid can be a kid." more... mapChuck E. Cheese's
3268 Austin Peay Hwy. • Memphis, TN 38128
901-386-0072
Chuck E. Cheese's offers games, rides, prizes, food, and entertainment that children of all ages will love. The entire family will enjoy their freshly baked pizzas and garden fresh salad bar. Visit for everyday fun or they can host special occasions. This is truly "where a kid can be a kid." more... mapJoey's Pizza
97 North Main Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-522-9040
Locally known as Memphis' best New York style pizza, this pizzeria is open daily for lunch and dinner and it offers an extensive menu of mouthwatering pizzas, as well as subs, pastas, and salads. map
Regional & Franchised
Sports Bars & Pubs
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium
130 Peabody Place • Memphis, TN 38103
901-523-8536
Frequent music, a lively pub atmosphere, and enough variety of brews keep patrons coming back to this American pub which offers an array of traditional pub style foods, as well as the largest selection of hand-crafted beers in the South. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more... mapKudzu's
603 Monroe Avenue • Memphis, TN 38103
901-525-4924
Memphis Magazine calls this establishment "the perfect bar" and it offers a variety of food, such as salads, sandwiches, burgers, appetizers, homemade soups and desserts, grilled chicken, Philly sandwiches, tuna, and tamales. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining and live music is provided Thursday through Saturday. mapS.O.B - South of Beale
361 South Main Street • Memphis, TN 38103
Located in the South Main Arts District
901-526-0388
This is Memphis' first gastropub specializing in strong, chef-driven food along with good ale and wine. more...
Seafood
Half Shell, The
688 South Mendallhall Road • Memphis, TN 38117
901-682-3966
Established in 1973, this Memphis landmark is one of the best destinations in town for the freshest quality seafood. Weekly specials featuring fresh fish, Alaskan King Crab, and Louisiana oysters are on the menu, as well as hand-carved steaks, sandwiches, and fresh salads. more... mapJoe's Crab Shack
7990 Horizon Center Boulevard • Memphis, TN 38133
901-384-7478
Open daily for lunch and dinner, this tacky looking, yet quaint restaurant is well known for serving all different kinds of crab, cooked in all sorts of ways, and they also feature savory sandwiches, colorful salads, pastas, and steaks on their menu. more... map
Southern
Alfred's
197 Beale Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-525-3711
The best in Southern style cooking is featured at this restaurant which offers items such as barbecue ribs, corn-fed catfish, and only fresh vegetables on the menu. A rooftop deck and covered patio are available for patrons to enjoy the ambiance of Beale Street and the largest dance floor on Beale Street is at this restaurant which is open daily for lunch and dinner. Live entertainment is provided every night from April through October. mapBlocker's Soul Food
3624 Austin Peay Highway #4 • Memphis, TN 38128
Raleigh Oaks Plaza
901-381-2648
"Home of the Blessing Dressing!" more... mapBlues City Cafe
138 Beale Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-526-3637
This local favorite restaurant is known for their outstanding barbecue ribs, homemade hot tamales, Southern fried catfish, gumbo, and over-broiled steaks by the pound and patrons of this restaurant can enjoy live entertainment nightly in the Band Box. They are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more... mapBrushmark Restaurant
1934 Poplar Avenue • Memphis, TN 38104
Located in the Brooks Museum of Art
901-544-6225
Southern gourmet cuisine served in a bistro atmosphere in a beautiful museum setting is featured at this restaurant that presents culinary artistry combined with fine wines from a variety of cultures for an elegant ambiance. Brushmark serves lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday and dinner the first Wednesday of every month, except in January and July, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. more... mapBuntyn Restaurant
4972 Park Avenue • Memphis, TN 38117
901-458-8776
Since 1927, this nostalgic, old-fashioned restaurant has been serving baskets of sweet cornbread and rolls, heaping portions of Southern fried chicken, smashed potatoes and gravy, turnip greens a tangy hot sauce, squash casserole, sweet candied yams, black eyed peas, and sinfully rich desserts. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and early dinner. mapCupboard, The
1400 Union Avenue • Memphis, TN 38104
901-276-8015
Typical Southern, blue-plate specials, which include a meat and three vegetables, are featured at this restaurant which specializes in authentic down home cooking complete with a menu that includes smothered pork chops, meat loaf, corn pudding, fried chicken, turnip greens, corn bread, and other Southern specialties. mapDay Diner, The
1584 East Alcy Road • Memphis, TN 38103
901-946-4131
family restaurant, serving up hearty southern style meals from scratch with friendly service. From sandwiches to plate dinners, Sunday buffet specials, chitterlings, hot wings, and more. more... mapLittle Tea Shop
69 Monroe Avenue • Memphis, TN 38103
901-525-6000
The power-lunch place in downtown Memphis, this landmark restaurant was established in 1918 and it features homemade Southern favorites on the menu, such as pork chops, turnip greens, corn sticks, pot roast, and roast chicken and gravy. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch only. mapMarmalade Restaurant & Lounge
153 G.E. Patterson Avenue • Memphis, TN 38103
901-522-8800
Serving food prepared in the Southern, homestyle cooking tradition, this local favorite restaurant offers such delights as grilled pork chops, Southern-prepared catfish and chicken, and fresh garden vegetables, accompanied by performances from local jazz, blues, and r&b artists. They are open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner only. mapRum Boogie
182 Beale Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-528-0150
Down home cooking and down home blues are the trademark at this restaurant which features delicious items such as championship gumbo, Memphis-style barbecue hickory-smoked ribs, red beans and rice, fried catfish, and blue plate lunch specials on their menu. Live music is provided nightly starting at 8:00 p.m. and they are open daily for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. more... map
Steaks & Chops
Buckley's Fine Fillet Grill
5355 Poplar Avenue • Memphis, TN 38119
901-683-4538
A cozy and casual steakhouse that is known for their thick and juicy steaks, as well as other steakhouse staples which are cooked to perfection and come in more than generous quantities. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve lunch Monday through Friday. more... mapButcher Shop Steakhouse
101 South Front Street • Memphis, TN 38103
901-521-0856
A Memphis tradition for over 20 years, this steakhouse is known for their incomparable thick and juicy steaks, ranging from eight ounce filet mignons to 30 ounce T-bones. They also feature fresh Atlantic salmon, grilled marinated chicken, prime rib, and pork chops on the menu and they are open nightly for dinner. more... mapFolk's Folly Prime Steak House
551 South Mendenhall Road • Memphis, TN 38117
901-762-8200, 800-467-0245
This restaurant is a Memphis tradition for the finest prime steaks and fresh seafood and it offers a menu filled with intriguing appetizers, hearty vegetables, generous salads, down-home desserts, and classic cuts such as filet mignon, porterhouse, and cowboy rib eye, complemented by an award-winning wine list and outstanding service. They are open nightly for dinner. more... map
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