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If you have not been to Memphis in the last ten years, you might be quite surprised by the changes in the range and type of dining available. A boom in immigration, especially from south of the border, combined with a surge in downtown development, has resulted in an exciting breadth in Memphis cuisine. No longer is Memphis home to only wet and dry barbecue ribs: it now boasts Asian, Mexican and other ethnic restaurants in virtually every area of the city. The nightlife scene, which has always centered around the high quality of musical talent developed in and attracted by the region, continues to be more suitable for those who want to sit and listen than those who want to dance and party.

Downtown

Downtown restaurants tend to fall into two categories: those catering to the business-lunch crowd, and those catering to tourists. In the former category visit restaurants like The Cupboard with its traditional Southern plate lunches or the Woman's Exchange of Memphis for the down-home food Memphis mothers made famous. In the second category, the standout is Chez Phillippe in the Peabody Hotel, with award-winning chef Gutierrez serving up innovative Continental cuisine to society folks and the expense-account crowd. The Rendezvous, on the other hand, attracts tourists looking for good barbecue in a decidedly low-key environment. Next door, locally-owned Sekisui serves up authentic sushi and tempura for those looking for something lighter. Around the corner, Automatic Slim's makes powerful martinis and a wicked Voodoo Stew for the adventurous.

Beale Street

Beale Street is a place where people go for music, dancing and people watching. Excellent gumbo is served at the King's Palace Café and the Rum Boogie Café. Elvis Presley's restaurant, in addition to the King's favorite fried peanut butter sandwiches, makes an awesome pecan-crusted catfish. The Blues City Café is notable mostly for appearing in the Tom Cruise movie "The Firm", and the food is just as exciting.

Harbor Town

The only restaurant currently open in Harbor Town is the River Terrace. The breathtaking views of the river from the floor-to-ceiling windows dare to steal the spotlight from the sparkling seafood dishes and lush desserts.

Midtown/Central

Midtown is where locals go when they're in the mood for innovative cooking or for the perfect place for a special celebration. A dinner here can be combined with an evening of theater or a visit to the Overton Square Entertainment District. Some nights you may be in the mood for Continental cuisine in the formal settings of La Tourelle or Paulette's (also a favorite spot for after-theater dessert and coffee). Other nights you may be feeling adventurous, see what Pacific Rim dishes Tsunami is serving or try a noodle dish at Saigon Le. For light appetites, there's Lilly's Dim Sum & Then Some with its small plates of steamed dumplings and other delicacies. When you're feeling ravenous, head for the all-you-can-eat buffet at India Palace. Whatever your mood, you'll find a place to eat in Midtown.

University of Memphis

Students usually want cheap food and they want it fast. To fill that niche, there's no lack of places in the University of Memphis area. But for those who want something other than the standard hamburger and French fries there are a number of other options. At the corner of Poplar and Highland sits a cluster of restaurants including McAllister's Deli for thick, meaty sandwiches on excellent bread and A-Tan's for solid Chinese fare. Down Highland are a few more exotic choices. MoJo's, occupying a former fish-and-chips establishment, serves up Middle Eastern fare with outstanding onion rings on the side. Around the corner is the International Grocery Store, featuring Middle Eastern and Latin American fare along with plate lunches of kebab. Just down Park is La Montagne, where you can satisfy a craving for healthy fare fortified with bean sprouts and natural grains. These are places where locals stop for a meal when they're in the neighborhood, not necessarily destination spots. However, they do offer a good variety at reasonable prices for those who live, work and study nearby.

East Memphis

East Memphis is not the best place to go for cutting-edge cuisine or authentic ethnic dishes. The affluent local population tends to be a bit conservative in its eating preferences. Corky's Barbecue serves up a barbecue sandwich that is consistently voted "Best in Memphis" despite (or perhaps because of) the mildness of its sauce. Owen Brennan's is popular with those who like the elements of Creole cuisine from New Orleans, while the Cooker offers a slightly upgraded version of traditional Southern fare. Erling Jensen's has such a well-established reputation among long-time Memphis residents that it doesn't bother to advertise anymore, so only those visitors who ask their concierge for a recommendation are likely to know about it. If you're feeling indecisive, head down Ridgeway to Shu's, where you can choose from the Chinese or Thai menus.

North Memphis

North Memphis is primarily residential, except for the Summer Avenue strip where fast foods abound. One notable exception is the Taqueria Guadalupana. This authentic eatery is the best place in town for over-stuffed burritos and enchiladas or more unusual fare such as barbecued goat and menudo (tripe) stew. A little further north, beyond the car dealerships on Covington Pike, find Asian Palace, widely acknowledged as the place for those who understand what Chinese cooks can do with squid, jellyfish and octopus. Be sure to ask for the "authentic menu."

Graceland/Airport Area

Visitors to Graceland have few choices for dining other than low-priced, family-oriented chains. However, many locals think some of the best barbecue in town (and locals are picky about their barbecue) comes from Interstate BBQ.

Germantown, Bartlett and Cordova

Yia Yia's Eurocafe in Saddlecreek, features huge appetizer plates which are more popular than the entrees. Bahama Breeze, is popular at least partly because of its location adjacent to the newest and largest shopping mall in the area, the Wolfchase Galleria. Perennial favorite, Cozymel's, is home to several fanciful varieties of margaritas.







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Asian Palace


Chinese menu
2920 Covington Pike
Memphis, TN 38128
United States
+1 901 388 3883
Widely acknowledged as the most authentic Chinese food in Memphis, it draws an eclectic group of diners to its noisy and lively large dining room. Come with a group to eat Chinese style from a large, round Lazy Susan in the middle of the table.The standard menu has typical Cantonese and Mandarin items, plus outstanding clams in black bean sauce, steamed oysters, and lobster dishes. The "Authentic" menu offers dishes not commonly found in American-Chinese restaurants, including squid, pork, and lobster, all served on jalapeno peppers. Other authentic dishes include fish maw soup and cold jellyfish.

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Automatic Slim's Tonga Club


Hip decor, great food
83 South Second Street
(at Union Avenue)
Memphis, TN 38103
United States
+1 901 525 7948
Expect hip décor and great food at this restaurant, which serves up tasty Caribbean and Southwestern dishes. Sit at the bar and have one of the many flavors of martinis. The best seats, though, are by the window (with a view of the Peabody) and on the mezzanine. As for the food, the Voodoo Stew is a standout, with big chunks of seafood in a lusty sauce. Other specialties include the Coyote Chips—potato chips with a red pepper sauce—as well as the Coconut Mango Shrimp and the various polenta dishes. The lunch menu features large sandwiches such as salmon on sourdough bread.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Automatic Slim's Tonga Club photo by wcities
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Bahama Breeze


Dine in the Caribbean
2830 North Germantown Parkway
(at Highway 64)
Memphis, TN 38138
United States
+1 901 385 8744
West Indies-style ribs, jerk chicken and Jamaican grilled chicken wings are intensely flavorful at this island-themed restaurant. The paella and the Jerk Chicken Pizza are less authentic but just as well done. One of the best and most popular dishes is the Yucatan-Style Pan-Seared Mahi Mahi in a sour cream sauce. There is a little Asian fusion influence, too, in the seared tuna with soy-sesame dressing. Appetizers run $4.50-7.95, while entrees go for $8.95-17.95.The décor has a Caribbean theme—palm trees and all. You are likely to have a 30-45 minute wait for your table, but you can spend that time listening to reggae music and sipping a frozen drink at the lovely outside bar.

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Blues City Cafe


Seen in "The Firm"
138 Beale Street
(at Second Street)
Memphis, TN 38103
United States
+1 901 526 3637
http://www.bluescitycafe.com
The atmosphere at this diner-style café is so authentic that the place was used virtually unchanged in "The Firm", the Tom Cruise movie about a Memphis law firm. Bill Clinton is also fond of the joint. The décor is intentionally weathered, with corrugated iron and glass blocks. Diner-style seating offers a great view of the crowds on Beale. The best bet on the menu is that Memphis staple: barbeque. You can watch big slabs of ribs being turned on the grill while you drink a cold beer. The prices are slightly elevated because of the restaurant's historic location, but you can still eat for less than USD20.

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Blues City Cafe photo by Philip Stephenson
Photo: Philip Stephenson
Blues City Cafe photo by Tulio Bertorini
Photo: Tulio Bertorini
Blues City Cafe photo by Adrienne Marold
Photo: Adrienne Marold
Blues City Cafe photo by K.Eady
Photo: K.Eady
Blues City Cafe photo by Adrienne Marold
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Blues City Cafe photo by Dan
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Blues City Cafe photo by Kyle Kesselring
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Blues City Cafe photo by Scott the Hobo
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Blues City Cafe photo by Kelly Jean Williams
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Blues City Cafe photo by Melanie Green
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Blues City Cafe photo by amyj.nicholson
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Blues City Cafe photo by Michael Kelleher
Photo: Michael Kelleher
Blues City Cafe photo by Erica Mason
Photo: Erica Mason
Blues City Cafe photo by the prodigal untitled13
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Chez Phillippe


For that special night out
149 Union Ave
Memphis, TN 38102
United States
+1 901 529 4188
http://www.peabodymemphis.com/...
Jose Gutierrez is the award-winning chef at this flagship restaurant of the Peabody Hotel. He creates imaginative dishes, grounded in traditional French cooking techniques, but with Pacific Rim and Southern influences.The Smoked Pork Tenderloin cooked with a glaze made from Jack Daniels Whiskey (a Tennessee product) and served with grits couscous. Other entrees are based on free-range chicken, black sea bass and guinea fowl. The pastas are excellent as well.The setting is possibly the most elegant in Memphis—velvet curtains, fresh roses on the tables, and gilded mirrors on the walls. Jackets are required for men.

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Corky's Barbecue


Sweet, spicy and southern
5259 Poplar Avenue
(at Yates)
Memphis, TN 38119
United States
+1 901 685 9744
http://www.corkysbbq.com/
This exceptionally popular restaurant with a pleasant, cabin-like dining room has been featured in publications such as Bon Appetit, USA Today and The New York Times. The best choice on the menu is the pork shoulder sandwich. A barbecue sandwich in Memphis means dark, chewy shreds of meat that have been smoked for hours, layed out on a bun and topped with cole slaw and a spicy sauce. You can buy the barbecue in packs with all the fixings. Cold beer, on tap or by the bottle, is the drink of choice.

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Corky's Barbecue photo by Jerry Lee Stinson Sr
Photo: Jerry Lee Stinson Sr
Corky's Barbecue photo by Kaitlin Cashman
Photo: Kaitlin Cashman
Corky's Barbecue photo by Jerry Lee Stinson Sr
Photo: Jerry Lee Stinson Sr
Corky's Barbecue photo by Beth Brooks
Photo: Beth Brooks
 

 
Cupboard


Plate lunches, great vegetable selection
1495 Union Avenue
Memphis, TN 38104
United States
+1 901 276 8015
The eggplant casserole alone is reason enough to come here for lunch. Also on offer, though, are a number of plate lunch specials, with an emphasis on vegetable choices. There's a popular selection of desserts, as well, all served efficiently by the long-tenured wait staff. There's always a wait during lunch time at this down-home eatery, but the "community" table makes this a good dining spot for parties of one. Also try out the downtown location, known as "The Cupboard II," which can be found at 149 Madison Avenue.

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Downtown


Memphis
United States
Downtown Memphis grew from the warehouses that stored cotton and other goods shipped up and down the Mississippi River. For much of Memphis' history, this meant that the riverfront was just a place for commerce. Now, when you take a ride on the paddlewheel boats that run regular tours from the Memphis harbor, you can spot joggers on the Riverfront Walk, visitors on Mud Island and elegant homes along the bluffs (including Cybill Shepard's--look for the round window). Visitors can take a beautifully restored trolley car up Main Street and stop at the Pyramid arena, grab a bite and a brew in one of the Pinch Historic District pubs, loop back to the south to see the Orpheum Theatre and continue on down to the Civil Rights Museum, located in the old Lorraine Motel, site of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination.

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Downtown photo by balaji shankar venka
Photo: balaji shankar venka
Downtown photo by Christian Banck
Photo: Christian Banck
Downtown photo by Helena Shimizu
Photo: Helena Shimizu
Downtown photo by Kevin Schmidt
Photo: Kevin Schmidt
Downtown photo by Greenway Guide
Photo: Greenway Guide
 

 
East Memphis


Memphis
United States
In an area ranging roughly from just east of the University of Memphis to just outside the I-240 perimeter, East Memphis encompasses the Laurelwood Shopping Center, Oak Court Mall, and the Regalia Center at Poplar and Ridgeway, the best locations in Memphis for designer boutique shopping. East Memphians have the Dixon Gallery and Gardens, which features a collection of Impressionist paintings and first-rate traveling exhibits. You will also find food to suit every palate and price.

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East Memphis photo by Jason Leff Brackins
Photo: Jason Leff Brackins
East Memphis photo by Vern Beachy
Photo: Vern Beachy
East Memphis photo by Alex O'Nan
Photo: Alex O'Nan
East Memphis photo by trains_gg1
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Erling Jensen's Restaurant


A Memphis favorite with continental flair
1044 South Yates Rd
(At Poplar)
Memphis, TN 38119
United States
+1 901 763 3700
http://www.ejensen.com/index.html
European style dishes in a pleasant atmosphere, make this restaurant great for business dinners or romantic evenings out. Appetizers such as Lobster Pancakes, Grilled Quail and Rabbit Loin are followed with delicacies like Scottish pheasant breast or lamb loin with risotto. The restaurant is known for its lobster Tail with Wild Mushroom Butter. Try Marzipan Crème Brulee, fruit tarts or sorbets for dessert. An extensive wine list is offered. Located in a one storey house, this restaurant has an intriguing décor that falls somewhere between casual and elegant. The service is polished and attentive and the presentation is beautiful.

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Graceland


Memphis
United States
Mention Memphis in Paris, Beijing, or Budapest, and who comes to mind? Elvis Presley, of course. The King is more connected with his hometown than are most celebrities, and his home, Graceland, brings more visitors to Memphis from all over the world than any other single attraction in the area.

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Graceland photo by James Braglia
Photo: James Braglia
Graceland photo by 399Retouch
Photo: 399Retouch
Graceland photo by Robin Zebrowski
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Graceland photo by Edward Hollingsworth
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Graceland photo by Elizabeth Marsh
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Graceland photo by A. Sparks&N. Labello
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Graceland photo by Patrick McComas
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Graceland photo by Dave Rutledge
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Graceland photo by Phil Spechtenhauser
Photo: Phil Spechtenhauser
Graceland photo by susan.mizrahi
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Graceland photo by Stefanie Henke
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Graceland photo by Christopher Garris
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Graceland photo by Paul Julius
Photo: Paul Julius
Graceland photo by mcsadden
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Graceland photo by ARHiker
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Graceland photo by Rich Cox
Photo: Rich Cox
Graceland photo by Gene Goodale
Photo: Gene Goodale
Graceland photo by neonpictures
Photo: neonpictures
 

 
India Palace


Interesting, varied lunch buffet
1720 Poplar Avenue
Memphis, TN 38104
United States
+1 901 278 1199
This Midtown restaurant is especially popular at lunch, when the inexpensive buffet draws locals. The buffet features an array of curries, vegetables, tandoori chicken, and sauces ranging from mild to fire-in-your-mouth hot. The a la carte menu is only available in the evening, and features standard Indian curries and tandooris. Breads include papadums and chapati. The pleasant room is divided in two parts by a set of steps. Tasteful Indian art, including a spectacular elephant mural, adorns the walls.

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India Palace photo by wcities
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Interstate BBQ


Barbecue sandwich is king
2265 S. Third St
(off I-55)
Memphis, TN 38109
United States
+1 901 775 2304/ +1 888 227 2793
http://www.jimneelysinterstate...
The huge BBQ sandwich here is the favorite choice of many and makes an inexpensive lunch by itself. Beef or pork ribs come with beans, slaw or potato salad. (You can get beef ribs in Memphis, but you are likely to get odd reactions when you order them—to locals, "barbecue" means "pork.") The BBQ spaghetti (pasta with barbecue meat and sauce on top) is served with slaw and bread. With most business being take-out, the dining room is small and functional. If you do choose to eat at the restaurant, you will find that the dress is decidedly casual, as are the table manners—the only way to eat ribs is with your fingers.

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Interstate BBQ photo by Gene Ko
Photo: Gene Ko
Interstate BBQ photo by rdcapasso
Photo: rdcapasso
Interstate BBQ photo by Rich Fraser
Photo: Rich Fraser
Interstate BBQ photo by Adam Hayes
Photo: Adam Hayes
Interstate BBQ photo by Philip Fibiger
Photo: Philip Fibiger
Interstate BBQ photo by Tracey Hughes
Photo: Tracey Hughes
Interstate BBQ photo by Emily Kornblut
Photo: Emily Kornblut
Interstate BBQ photo by Laurie P Henson
Photo: Laurie P Henson
 

 
King's Palace Cafe


Barbecue on Beale Street
162 Beale St
(between Second and Third)
Memphis, TN 38103
United States
+1 901 521 1851
King's Palace Cafe is a great place on Beale in which to have a pre-blues club dinner or a late night bowl of chili. The gumbo has won many local awards, but some people may find it overly spicy. Other Cajun dishes are well done, especially the shrimp and crayfish etouffee, while the barbecue ribs are tender and meaty. Inside the restaurant, bare wood floors contrast with the velvet wall coverings. The brick walls and pressed-tin ceiling make for a fairly high noise level. A back room, separated from the main dining room only by some pillars, features live bands on weekends. Both the crowd and the service are casual.

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King's Palace Cafe photo by Eric Nixon
Photo: Eric Nixon
King's Palace Cafe photo by Kym.
Photo: Kym.
King's Palace Cafe photo by Emma Williams
Photo: Emma Williams
King's Palace Cafe photo by David Bartos
Photo: David Bartos
King's Palace Cafe photo by Julie Zitin
Photo: Julie Zitin
King's Palace Cafe photo by syd
Photo: syd
King's Palace Cafe photo by Jennifer E. Barron
Photo: Jennifer E. Barron
 

 
La Tourelle


French cuisine with a light touch
2146 Monroe Ave
(North of Poplar)
Memphis, TN 38104
United States
+1 901 726 5771
http://www.latourellememphis.com/
Occupying a lovely Victorian house built around 1900 the atmosphere is formal and romantic—polished and gracious—a perfect place for an anniversary celebration or marriage proposal. The French dishes here are lightened with an emphasis on American ingredients. The lobster salad, for example, includes avocado, orange and grapefruit sections. A more traditional French dish is the grilled foie gras with tarragon pan sauce. Entrees include rack of lamb with garlic-mashed potatoes and glazed, roasted pork loin chop. Desserts include a Cappuccino Terrine and Grand Marnier Creme Brulee.

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Lilly's Dim Sum & Then Some


Dim sum all week long
903 South Cooper
(At Young Ave)
Memphis, TN 38104
United States
+1 901 276 9300
The Dim Sum menu includes Japanese gyoza, steamed dumplings, plus Sesame noodles and Won Tons stuffed with shrimp, crab and vegetables. You can also find soups and salads or dishes from Vietnam, China, and Japan. Try an Asian beer or some Thai Iced Coffee. The desserts are not particularly Asian, but interesting and delicious. This small, homey restaurant fits right in the Cooper-Young district. The decorations are sparse but tasteful with a few Chinese paintings and statues hung on the wall. The service is friendly and the wait staff is happy to answer questions about their food.

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Lilly's Dim Sum & Then Some photo by wcities
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Midtown/Central


Memphis
United States
The Midtown area stretches from I-240 on the west to the University of Memphis area on the east, and from Southern Avenue to Jackson Avenue. This lively neighborhood harbors beautifully restored residential areas, the city's highest concentration of ethnic restaurants, trendy clubs and live theater, along with some of the best places for antiques shopping. At the heart of Midtown lies the Overton Square Entertainment Complex, home of Playhouse on the Square, the Malco Studio on the Square movie house and wine bar, Loony Bin Comedy Club, and a selection of restaurants and funky shops. To the north are the rolling lawns and shade trees of Overton Park, home of the Memphis Brooks Museum, the Overton Golf Course and the Memphis Zoo.

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Midtown/Central photo by Gary Bridgman
Photo: Gary Bridgman
 

 
Mojo's Restaurant


Hummus and belly dancing
775 South Highland Street
(South of Park)
Memphis, TN 38111
United States
+1 901 458 0030
Here Middle Eastern and Greek food combines with belly dancing performances on the weekends. The fairly limited menu has favorite Middle Eastern and Greek specialties. The baba ghanoush and tabbouleh are especially good, and can be paired with another choice on the combination plate for about $6. The Greek salad comes with plenty of feta cheese and olives. The sandwiches are large, and come with a choice of French fries or outstanding onion rings ($5-7).The bar serves beer only. It looks like a fast-food place from the outside, but inside it is spacious and clean. On Friday and Saturday nights, it's a popular spot with the local Middle Eastern community.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Mojo's Restaurant photo by Shawn O'Donnell
Photo: Shawn O'Donnell
 

 
North Memphis


Memphis
United States
North Memphis is the kind of heterogeneous ethnic neighborhood common in cities such as Chicago and New York. With a recent influx of immigrants from Mexico, authentic taquerias and restaurants have sprung up on and near Jackson Avenue. Asian shops with exotic produce and merchandise are helping the area take on an appealing international flavor.

Review © 2007, Wcities
North Memphis photo by syann lee
Photo: syann lee
 

 
Overton Square Entertainment District


Restaurants, bars & theaters
Madison Avenue and Cooper Street
Memphis, TN 38104
United States
+1 901 278 6300
This is the perfect place for an evening or afternoon out. A lively neighborhood with theaters (both live and film), bars, restaurants and interesting shops - There is something for everyone here. Spend the day antique shopping, dine in an international restaurant and then catch a film or play. During holidays the square hosts parties with live music, drinks and dancing outside. Each December, Memphis artists host a show here where you can buy original artwork at very reasonable prices.

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Peabody Hotel


The heart of Memphis
149 Union Ave
(at Second Street)
Memphis, TN 38103
United States
+1 901 529 4000 / +1 800 732 2639 (Toll Free)
http://www.peabodymemphis.com/
This place is a true southern original - perhaps the only hotel in the world where ducks live on the roof and ride the elevator to the main floor and promptly march to the lobby fountain every day at 10a. Restored to its late 19th-century elegance, the Peabody is the heart that pumps Memphis social life. On any given weekend, you can sit in the lobby bar and watch people come and go from charity events, weddings and high school proms. With its central location two blocks from Beale Street and its two superb restaurants, Dux and Chez Phillippe, the Peabody is well worth the cost. Famous guests that have stayed here include Robert E. Lee and William Faulkner.

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Peabody Hotel photo by ukmari
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Peabody Hotel photo by Matt Lancashire
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Peabody Hotel photo by Megan Landers
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Peabody Hotel photo by Susan Szews
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Rendezvous


Ribs and fixings
52 S. Second St
(at Union Avenue)
Memphis, TN 38103
United States
+1 901 523 2746/ +1 888 464 7359
http://www.hogsfly.com/
A favorite with Memphians, this restaurant is where they take visitors for fun atmosphere and food. Technically, the ribs served at the Rendezvous are not barbecue—they are char-grilled with a dry rub of spices. But the slabs of ribs are huge, tender and reasonably priced. Barbecue sandwiches—filled with rich and juicy shreds of pork—as well as portions of both pork and beef ribs all go for less than $10. Antique implements, signs and artifacts of the old South fill the warehouse-like space. The tables are close together, but the noise and crowds are part of the fun.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Rendezvous photo by flickr/ajc3
Photo: flickr/ajc3
 

 
Rum Boogie Cafe


Collection of autographed guitars
182 Beale St
(at Third)
Memphis, TN 38103
United States
+1 901 528 0150
http://www.rumboogie.com/home.htm
This bar has wraparound windows that let you see the dancers bopping and jiving from the outside, or watch the street scene on Beale from the inside. Autographed guitars hang from the ceiling, offering proof that musicians such as Carl Perkins, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Joe Walsh and others have hung out here. The house act, James Govan and the Boogie Blues Band, performs when there isn't a visiting artist. Shows usually go on from 9p-1a on Friday and Saturday, and from 8:30p-12:30a Sundays and weeknights. The kitchen serves several dinner and snack items, but the Rum Boogie is famous for its red beans and rice.

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Rum Boogie Cafe photo by Adrian Gray
Photo: Adrian Gray
Rum Boogie Cafe photo by Jenny Lewelling
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Photo: Season Clauss
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Photo: Ray Zhao
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Rum Boogie Cafe photo by Matt Ballard
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Rum Boogie Cafe photo by Megan Shields
Photo: Megan Shields
Rum Boogie Cafe photo by Jim Hughes
Photo: Jim Hughes
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Rum Boogie Cafe photo by Ross Mills
Photo: Ross Mills
 

 
Saigon Le


Inexpensive, authentic Asian cuisine
51 North Cleveland Avenue
(at North Watkins)
Memphis, TN 38104
United States
+1 901 276 5326
This restaurant's menu includes tasty spring rolls, served with a platter of greens and herbs, wrapped in lettuce and cilantro, and dipped into the peppery sauce. Huge bowls of noodles with your choice of meat or seafood run USD5-USD7, while an extensive menu of Chinese and Vietnamese dishes is also on hand. The interior looks like it was quickly converted from an old fast food place, with a mixture of plastic covered booths and square tables in one small room—all the better for observing the eclectic crowd, a mixture of college students and faculty, local residents and a few lucky tourists.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Sekisui


Sushi, sake, and more
50 Humphreys Boulevard
Memphis, TN 38138
United States
+1 901 747 0001
http://www.sekisuiusa.com
The East location of this restaurant offers a peaceful dining atmosphere with bridges and waterfalls, where guests may dine as the Japanese (on the floor) or Western-style, if they prefer. Tempura-style vegetables, Teriyaki chicken and sushi are among the authentic Japanese options offered at this popular restaurant. There's also beer, sake, wines, and cocktails, as well as karaoke on weekends. (Other locations: Midtown - 25 Belvedere, +1 901 725 0005; and Downtown - 160 Second Avenue, +1 901 523 0001)

Review © 2007, Wcities
Sekisui photo by Laura Jean Hocking
Photo: Laura Jean Hocking
 

 
Shu's Restaurant


Thai, sushi, Chinese and catfish
3588 Ridgeway Road
(North of Winchester)
Memphis, TN 38115
United States
+1 901 366 9760
You have a choice of Thai, Chinese, sushi or catfish. This family owned restaurant has branched out by hiring Thai and sushi chefs and allows you to order catfish from John's Catfish next door. Chinese specials include Peking Duck, Shrimp with Tangy Sauce, and Sesame Chicken. The Thai menu includes Pad Thai, a popular rice noodle dish, and many curries. Also try the sushi. The atmosphere is pleasant with booths and a few tables. The decorations are tasteful. If you are lucky, the owner might play live piano music.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Taqueria Guadalupana


Authentic taqueria
4818 Summer Avenue
(between Avon and Mendenhall)
Memphis, TN 38122
United States
+1 901 685 6857
This restaurant serves authentic Mexican fare such as salsa and chips, enchiladas and fajitas, among other items. The wonderful tacos come with your choice of beef, pork, barbecue goat, tripe or chopped tongue fillings, and are served with red and green salsas. The menudo soup is a big seller, especially on weekends when people are looking for a hangover cure. The guacamole is deliciously creamy.This huge space used to be a shoe store. However, the restaurant is obviously clean and quite comfortable. Casual dress is recommended so that you do not need to worry about picking up the tacos with your hands. Entrees run $5-$9.75. No alcoholic beverages are served.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Tsunami


Delicious Pacific Rim cuisine
928 South Cooper St
(at Young Ave)
Memphis, TN 38104
United States
+1 901 274 2556
http://www.tsunamimemphis.com/
This restaurant has developed a reputation for quality food in a slightly eccentric atmosphere.Menu choices change often, as the chef develops variations on the Asian and Pacific Rim themes.Standouts are the seafood dishes, including mussels steamed in sake with a red curry sauce and fresh tuna with wasabi.Salads are interesting, but the seasonal soups, like roasted-corn chowder and butternut squash, are often more exciting.Appetizers run $4-$9, entrees $16-$20. The restaurant occupies one fairly small room and an attached bar. The decor is fun and colorful, filled with offbeat works of art. Dress is casual.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Tsunami photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
University of Memphis


Memphis
United States
The University of Memphis is largely a commuter campus, thus it has not developed the usual collection of businesses catering to students. Instead, the stretches of Highland and Park along the borders of the campus have an odd collection of bars and a Middle Eastern restaurant called Mo-Jo's, which looks like a fast food place, but isn't.

Review © 2007, Wcities
University of Memphis photo by Dave Barger
Photo: Dave Barger
University of Memphis photo by Chris Lawrence
Photo: Chris Lawrence
University of Memphis photo by Chris Lawrence
Photo: Chris Lawrence
University of Memphis photo by Stephen Hackett
Photo: Stephen Hackett
University of Memphis photo by Maggie Garcia
Photo: Maggie Garcia
 

 
Wolfchase Galleria


Newest and largest mall
2760 N Germantown Pkwy
(Off I-40 east of Memphis)
Memphis, TN 38133
United States
+1 901 381 2769
http://www.WolfchaseGalleria.com
This huge mall has had quite an impact on the shopping habits of Memphians. The four anchor stores are J.C. Penney's, Goldsmith's, Sears, and Dillard's. Other stores feature specialty items such as luggage and leather goods, bath and body products, eyewear and unique children's clothing. Places to eat in the mall include Johnny Rockets, a 1950s theme restaurant, and a food court. The Malco Theaters complex on the second floor has nine movie theaters, all with stadium seating for better viewing.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Wolfchase Galleria photo by Franklie
Photo: Franklie
 

 
Woman's Exchange of Memphis


Nonprofit organization serves great lunches
88 Racine St
(Between Poplar Ave and Walnut Grove)
Memphis, TN 38111
United States
+1 901 327 5681
http://www.womans-exchange.com...
Other chapters around the country sell cottage craft goods made by people who must work from home because of disability or other reasons. The Memphis organization does too, but also runs a successful tearoom that serves lunch on weekdays. A selection of three main courses is offered: classics such as salmon loaf, juicy beef tenderloin, or a vegetable plate. The $8 price includes a small green salad, choice of iced tea or coffee and the day's dessert. Set in a charming house in Midtown, no fancy decor here, but you feel like you're a guest in someone's (large) dining room.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Yia Yia's Eurocafe


Friendly with innovative Mediterranean food
7615 West Farmington Road
(Saddle Creek Center)
Memphis, TN 38138
United States
+1 901 756 4004
"Yia Yia" means "grandmother" in Greek, but this is not your grandmother's kitchen! The salads here blend wonderful greens with ingredients such as Gorgonzola cheese, apples, walnuts and fennel. Appetizers called "Euro bites" include grilled shrimp wrapped in pancetta as well as a beautifully prepared crab risotto. Entrees such as beef tenderloin, grilled salmon and lamb are enhanced by sauces such as cilantro and sweet garlic emulsions, along with side dishes including goat cheese potato cakes. Kids, meanwhile, can choose individual pizzas, peanut butter sandwiches or pasta dishes. Yia Yia offers an excellent selection of single-malt scotch by the glass, plus flavored martinis and a full bar. Dress is suburban casual.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
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