Guidebook for Memphis
Food Scene
The best local BBQ. Multiple locations. Smoke is the sauce.
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Central BBQ - Midtown
2231 Central AveThe best local BBQ. Multiple locations. Smoke is the sauce.
Andrew Michael
712 W Brookhaven CirHigh end Italian. Seriously amazing food.
The only place you need to know for fried chicken (with a little spice).
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Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
730 S Mendenhall RdThe only place you need to know for fried chicken (with a little spice).
Simply put, if you visit Memphis you have to go here. Even Alton Brown goes crazy for their donuts. They've got it all, but their seasonal cake donuts are just unbelievable. Morning or late night, this is the place to go 24 hours a day.
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Gibson's Donuts
760 Mt Moriah RdSimply put, if you visit Memphis you have to go here. Even Alton Brown goes crazy for their donuts. They've got it all, but their seasonal cake donuts are just unbelievable. Morning or late night, this is the place to go 24 hours a day.
Amazing sno cones at several locations. Make sure you get a supreme.
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Jerry's Sno Cones
1657 Wells Station RdAmazing sno cones at several locations. Make sure you get a supreme.
Brother Juniper's
3519 Walker AveThe breakfast spot
Ultra cute and phenomenal brunch. Biscuits and gravy is 100
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The Liquor Store
2655 Broad AveUltra cute and phenomenal brunch. Biscuits and gravy is 100
Simply put, the best cupcakes in the history of the world.
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Muddy's Bake Shop
5101 Sanderlin AveSimply put, the best cupcakes in the history of the world.
Iris
4550 Monroe AveFood for the love of food
Amazing New Orleans inspired spot with incredible PoBoys in Midtown
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The Second Line
2144 Monroe AveAmazing New Orleans inspired spot with incredible PoBoys in Midtown
Amazing pizza and drinks, nationally award winning. Crazy good brunch too!
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Hog & Hominy
707 W Brookhaven CirAmazing pizza and drinks, nationally award winning. Crazy good brunch too!
The Backlot Sandwich Shop
265 South Front StreetSeriously good sandwiches
Another delicious spot by award winning Chef Kelly English inspired by Spanish fare. Big vibes.
Pantà Memphis
2146 Monroe AvenueAnother delicious spot by award winning Chef Kelly English inspired by Spanish fare. Big vibes.
Tacos nganas
4255 Summer AvenueBest tacos you'll ever have. Authentic.
Incredible food and great vibe in the heart of one of Memphis' hippest neighborhoods
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The Beauty Shop
966 Cooper StIncredible food and great vibe in the heart of one of Memphis' hippest neighborhoods
Unique local experience with delicious bi bim bop. Call your order in.
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Kwik Chek
2013 Madison AveUnique local experience with delicious bi bim bop. Call your order in.
Catherine & Mary's
272 S Main StAuthentic amazing Italian food
Aldo's Pizza Pies - Midtown
752 Cooper StZa in midtown or downtown
Great food, amazing vibe and pretty good coffee inside historic Arrive Hotel.
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Hustle & Dough
477 S Main StGreat food, amazing vibe and pretty good coffee inside historic Arrive Hotel.
Acclaimed sauces and seasonings, and don't forget BBQ spaghetti!
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The Bar-B-Q Shop
1782 Madison AveAcclaimed sauces and seasonings, and don't forget BBQ spaghetti!
Crazy outdoor space and areas for hanging out and kids to play!
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Railgarten
2166 Central AveCrazy outdoor space and areas for hanging out and kids to play!
Polished farm-to-table eatery serving family-style American classics with warm modern interior vibes.
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Bounty on Broad
2519 Broad AvePolished farm-to-table eatery serving family-style American classics with warm modern interior vibes.
Magnolia & May
718 Mount Moriah RoadKiller brunch at a cute French Brasserie
Evelyn & Olive
630 Madison AveJamaican and Southern fusion with mellow vibes
Elwood's Shack
4523 Summer AveNo frills BBQ joint serving comfort food
Bog & Barley Irish Pub
Upscale pub with authentic Irish roots and cozy vibes
Modest digs, incredibly authentic Ethiopian food and coffee
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Abyssinia Restaurant
2600 Poplar AveModest digs, incredibly authentic Ethiopian food and coffee
Porch and Parlor
2125 Madison AveThe Bacon Rack!
Cordova International Farmer's Market
1150 N Germantown PkwyAmazing selection of vendors!
DWJ Korean BBQ
551 South Highland StreetKorean classics in a casual spot
RYU sushi & pho
5137 Summer AvenueBest Sushi spot in town
Sugar Ghost Ice Cream and Bubble Tea
2615 Broad AvenueGreat ice cream and other treats on walkable Broad Ave
Uncle Goyo's
1730 South Germantown RoadAuthentic and amazing Mexican
Tuyen's Asian Bistro
Delicious and authentic Vietnamese, a hidden whole-in-the-wall gem
Tonica
Amazing cocktails and tapas 😍
Muddy's Bake Shop
5101 Sanderlin AveLocal favorite steak spot
Scratch made and frickin delicious noodles, dumplings, and craft cocktails. Big vibes as well.
Good Fortune Co.
Scratch made and frickin delicious noodles, dumplings, and craft cocktails. Big vibes as well.
Sunrise Memphis (East Memphis)
Very tasty breakfast in East Memphis
The Liquor Store
Amazing brunch, almost a must visit
knifebird
2155 Central AveGreat vibes, affordable, crazy bruschetta boards
Drinks & Nightlife
Comeback Coffee
358 N Main StSerious coffee
If you're into beer, you have to visit Wiseacre. Head and shoulders above the other Memphis breweries. Sweet taproom and patio.
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Wiseacre Brewery
2783 Broad AveIf you're into beer, you have to visit Wiseacre. Head and shoulders above the other Memphis breweries. Sweet taproom and patio.
Best coffee spot out East. Third-wave, specialty coffee. If I remember correctly they rock the Slayer Steam and feature roasters from all over. Cool vibes inside of an old modern-looking church.
The Hub Coffeehouse
6000 Briarcrest AveBest coffee spot out East. Third-wave, specialty coffee. If I remember correctly they rock the Slayer Steam and feature roasters from all over. Cool vibes inside of an old modern-looking church.
Paula & Raiford's Disco
14 S 2nd StFun local club spot
Antiques-filled Victorian house lounge offering martinis, tapas & sing-along piano plus DJs & bands
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Mollie Fontaine Lounge
679 Adams AveAntiques-filled Victorian house lounge offering martinis, tapas & sing-along piano plus DJs & bands
Fun local coffee spot in the Broad Ave Arts District serving third wave coffee from the country's best roasters. Amazing patio and cute attached shopping boutique.
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City & State
2625 Broad AveFun local coffee spot in the Broad Ave Arts District serving third wave coffee from the country's best roasters. Amazing patio and cute attached shopping boutique.
The Casual Pint
395 S Highland StLowkey beer garden with great atmosphere
Inkwell
631 Madison AvenueAmazing locally owned bar in the hip Edge Alley
Amazing vibe at historic Sears Crosstown building
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Art Bar at Crosstown Arts
1350 Concourse AveAmazing vibe at historic Sears Crosstown building
Beck & Call
33 Beale StreetIncredible downtown views
Celtic Crossing Irish Pub
903 Cooper StIrish pub in ultra hip Cooper Young
Parks & Nature
The largest urban park in America. So big it feels like you've left town. An amazing spot.
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Shelby Farms Park
6903 Great View Dr NThe largest urban park in America. So big it feels like you've left town. An amazing spot.
Beautiful botanic garden with a huge kids area and amazing Japanese garden.
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Isithunzi saseMemphis Botanic
750 Cherry RdBeautiful botanic garden with a huge kids area and amazing Japanese garden.
Jones Orchard
6880 Singleton PkwyFun visit for outdoorsy folks
Tons of space, playgrounds, open fields, and home to the Levitt Shell
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Overton Park Avenue
Overton Park AvenueTons of space, playgrounds, open fields, and home to the Levitt Shell
At nearly a mile in length, big river crossing is the longest public pedestrian bridge across the Mississippi River.
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Big River Crossing
Big River CrossingAt nearly a mile in length, big river crossing is the longest public pedestrian bridge across the Mississippi River.
Arts & Culture
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
926 E McLemore AveNuff said
Amazing outdoor music venue. Bring some wine and cheese. Kid friendly.
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Levitt Shell
1928 Poplar AveAmazing outdoor music venue. Bring some wine and cheese. Kid friendly.
A must-see experience for Memphis visitors
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National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
450 Mulberry StA must-see experience for Memphis visitors
Hernando's Hideaway
3210 Old Hernando RdGreat live music!
Nerd Alert
1061 Cooper StreetBig nostalgia 💛
Kids
Our two young boys love visiting the Fire Museum and playing on the playground
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Fire Museum of Memphis
118 Adams AveOur two young boys love visiting the Fire Museum and playing on the playground
I-Museum yabantwana yaseMemphis
2525 Central AveEpic kid adventures
Pink Palace Museum and Planetarium
3050 Central AvenueFun family museum with IMAX
I-Memphis Zoo
2000 Prentiss PlToo legit to quit
Local Shopping
Antique Warehouse Mall
2563 Summer AveGreat local antique spot
Bad Timing
549 S Highland StVintage clothing, streetwear, and sneakers
Fair Trade certified store packed with handmade & sustainable African clothing, accessories and gifts.
Mbabazi House of Style
2553 Broad AveFair Trade certified store packed with handmade & sustainable African clothing, accessories and gifts.
Small local boutique known for its curated collection of women's clothing and accessories.
FOX+CAT VINTAGE
2153 Central AveSmall local boutique known for its curated collection of women's clothing and accessories.
Retro Grade
571 South Highland StreetVintage clothing, streetwear, and sneakers on the Highland Strip
Great locally owned wine and liquor store with strong selection. This is the one to visit. :-)
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Joe's Wines & Liquor
1681 Poplar AveGreat locally owned wine and liquor store with strong selection. This is the one to visit. :-)
Amacebiso ngesixeko
Ungaphoswa
Local Bands to Lookup
Devil Train
Ungaphoswa
Blanchard's Organic Bread Food Truck
Insane pastries and breads on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings at Joe's Wine in midtown