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EATING OUT & ABOUT A & R BAR-B-QUE 24 N. Third at Court, 524-5242 ALCENIA’S 317 N. Main, 523-0200 ALFRED’S ON BEALE 197 Beale, 525-3711 ARCADE RESTAURANT 540 S. Main, 526-5757 AUTOMATIC SLIM’S 83 S. Second, 525-7948 B.B. KING’S BLUES CLUB Inspired by an authentic Delta juke joint, this club at Second and Beale includes B.B. King photos and memorabilia, along with a reputation for fun, food, and music. Live music nightly with the world’s finest musicians, including the energetic solid rock, soulful, groovy house band, All Stars. Casual dining with a variety of Southern comfort food fused with flavors from around the globe. The lip-smacking BBQ ribs and white cheddar mac and cheese are legendary. 143 Beale, 524-5464, bbkingclubs.com BANGKOK ALLEY 121 Union, 522-2010 BAR NONE 119 S. Main, 522-1488 BARDOG TAVERN 73 Monroe, 275-8752 BEALE STREET TAP ROOM Beale Street’s neighborhood bar, featuring 24 beers on tap and 22 in the bottle. Jukebox and pool table. Open late-night with great beer specials. Join the world-famous Mug Club. Mon–Fri 5pm–5am, Sat–Sun noon–5am. 168 Beale, 527-4392 BEIGNET CAFE 124 G.E. Patterson, 527-1551 BIG ONO BAKE SHOPS 116 S. Front, 522-8999 THE BISTRO AT COURT SQUARE 75 Jefferson, 522-2200 BLACK DIAMOND 153 Beale, 521-0800 BLUE MONKEY BAR & GRILL 513 S. Front, 527-6665 BLUE PLATE CAFE 113 Court Square South, 523-0332 BLUEFIN Bluefin serves “edge cuisine” — highly creative dishes that blend recipes from across the globe. Sit at a sleek sushi bar, in comfy lounge-style seating, or in oversized booths. Also, two private dining rooms with seating for large groups and a patio. Open for lunch Tue–Fri 11:30am–2pm. Dinner Mon–Thu 5pm–midnight, Fri–Sat 5pm–1am, Sun 5–10pm. 135 S. Main, 528-1010, bluefinmemphis.com BLUES CITY CAFE Open early for lunch and late-night for dinner. Dine in or carry out. Enjoy the best meal on Beale, from BBQ ribs and catfish to the best steaks in town. Live entertainment nightly in the Bandbox. Cadillac Room available for 10 or more. Featured on Travel Channel’s “A Taste of America,” Food Network’s “Bobby Flay Show,” in Bon Appetit magazine’s “BBQ Issue,” and Southern Living magazine. 138 Beale, 526-3637, bluescitycafe.com BLUFF CITY COFFEE 505 S. Main, 405-4399 BOGIE’S DELI 80 Monroe, 525-6764 BUTCHER SHOP 101 S. Front, 521-0856 CAPRICCIO GRILL The Peabody Memphis 149 Union, 529-4199 CENTER FOR SOUTHERN FOLKLORE A place where delicious Southern specialties and live music make lunch a great experience. Showcasing the best regional music, books, and artwork. Coffee and beer bar features espressos, cappuccinos, milkshakes, and Southern and ethnic delicacies, such as Ella Kizzie’s homemade peach cobbler, greens, hot-water cornbread, and more. Smoke-free. Mon–Sat 11am–5pm. At the Peabody Place Trolley Stop, 119 S. Main, 525-3655, southernfolklore.com THE CHEESE CAKE CORNER 113 G.E. Patterson, 525-2253 CHEz PHILIPPE The Peabody Memphis 149 Union, 529-4188 CHINA RESTAURANT 150 Jefferson, 527-3838 CLUB 152 Open daily 4pm–4am; opens 11am in warm months. Three floors of fun! First floor: live dance music every night plus pizza, sandwiches, pasta, and salads. At Mustang Sally’s on level two, put some funk in yo’ trunk! Level three, “The Shadows,” Memphis’s #1 upscale club, open weekends only for members or by invitation. 152 Beale, 544-7011, club152memphis.com COCKADOOS 85 S. Second, 590-0610 COURT HOUSE DELI 22 S. Main, 527-2253 COYOTE UGLY SALOON 326 Beale, 888-UGLY COzY CORNER RESTAURANT 745 N. Parkway, 527-9158 CURRENTS 50 Harbor Town Square, 260-3300 DENNY’S 166 Union, 522-1304 DYER’S HAMBURGERS 205 Beale, 527-3937 EARNESTINE & HAzEL ’S You’ve got to see this historic bar! The famous Soul Burger sizzles for lunch 7 days a week. Lunch delivery of 4 or more available Mon–Fri for just $5 per burger. Tucked in the back of this storied building, the cozy, 16-seat, 5 Spot restaurant serves fine dining fare accompanied by white tablecloths, candles, and a jazz jukebox. Bring your own wine! Open daily 11am–3am. 531 S. Main, 523-9754, earnestineandhazels.com ELLIOTT’S RESTAURANT 16 S. Second, 525-4895 ESCAPE ALLEY SUNDRY 651 Marshall, 528-3337 FELICIA SUzANNE’S 80 Monroe, Ste L-1, 523-0877 FERRARO’S PIzzERIA & PUB 111 Jackson, 522-2033 THE 5 SPOT 531 S. Main, 523-9754 FLIGHT RESTAURANT 39 S. Main, 521-8005 FLYING FISH 105 S. Second, 522-8228 FLYING SAUCER 130 Peabody Place at Second, 523-PINT FRANK’S MAIN STREET MARKET AND DELI 327 S. Main at Vance, 523-0101 FRONT STREET DELI Memphis’s oldest delicatessen, since CLASSIFIEDS Call 901-525-7118 to place your ad. Engagements · Weddings · Birthdays Shuttle Service · Tour Groups The most beauiful Cinderella carriages and more! The Carriage Company www.CarriageCoMemphis.com 901.507.2587 Only On Our Website! WWW.MEMPHISDOWNTOWNER.COM YOU CAN TURN OUR PAGES... ONLINE! Visit often for interactive content and monthly giveaways. memphisdowntowner.com mArch 2011 MEMPHIS DOWNTOWNER 27
Eating Out & About Restaurant Guide
A & R BAR-B-QUE 24 N. Third at Court, 524-5242 <br /> <br /> ALCENIA’S 317 N. Main, 523-0200 <br /> <br /> ALFRED’S ON BEALE 197 Beale, 525-3711 <br /> <br /> ARCADE RESTAURANT 540 S. Main, 526-5757 <br /> <br /> AUTOMATIC SLIM’S 83 S. Second, 525-7948<br /> <br /> B. B. KING’S BLUES CLUB <br /> <br /> Inspired by an authentic Delta juke joint, this club at Second and Beale includes B.B. King photos and memorabilia, along with a reputation for fun, food, and music. Live music nightly with the world’s finest musicians, including the energetic solid rock, soulful, groovy house band, All Stars. Casual dining with a variety of Southern comfort food fused with flavors from around the globe. The lipsmacking BBQ ribs and white cheddar mac and cheese are legendary. 143 Beale, 524-5464, bbkingclubs.com<br /> <br /> BANGKOK ALLEY 121 Union, 522-2010 <br /> <br /> BAR NONE 119 S. Main, 522-1488 <br /> <br /> BARDOG TAVERN 73 Monroe, 275-8752<br /> <br /> BEALE STREET TAP ROOM <br /> <br /> Beale Street’s neighborhood bar, featuring 24 beers on tap and 22 in the bottle. Jukebox and pool table.Open late-night with great beer specials. Join the world-famous Mug Club. Mon–Fri 5pm–5am, Sat–Sun noon–5am. 168 Beale, 527-4392<br /> <br /> BEIGNET CAFE 124 G.E. Patterson, 527-1551<br /> <br /> BIG ONO BAKE SHOPS 116 S. Front, 522-8999<br /> <br /> THE BISTRO AT COURT SQUARE 75 Jefferson, 522-2200<br /> <br /> BLACK DIAMOND 153 Beale, 521-0800<br /> <br /> BLUE MONKEY BAR & GRILL 513 S. Front, 527-6665<br /> <br /> BLUE PLATE CAFE 113 Court Square South, 523-0332<br /> <br /> BLUEFIN <br /> <br /> Bluefin serves “edge cuisine” — highly creative dishes that blend recipes from across the globe. Sit at a sleek sushi Bar, in comfy lounge-style seating, or in oversized booths. Also, two private dining rooms with seating for large groups and a patio. Open for lunch Tue–Fri 11:30am–2pm. Dinner Mon–Thu 5pm–midnight, Fri–Sat 5pm–1am, Sun 5–10pm. 135 S. Main, 528-1010, bluefinmemphis.com<br /> <br /> BLUES CITY CAFE <br /> <br /> Open early for lunch and late-night for dinner. Dine in or carry out. Enjoy the best meal on Beale, from BBQ ribs and catfish to the best steaks in town. Live entertainment nightly in the Bandbox.Cadillac Room available for 10 or more. Featured on Travel Channel’s “A Taste of America,” Food Network’s “Bobby Flay Show,” in Bon Appetit magazine’s “BBQ Issue,” and Southern Living magazine. 138 Beale, 526-3637, bluescitycafe.com<br /> <br /> BITY COFFEE 505 S. Main, 405-4399 <br /> <br /> BOGIE’S DELI 80 Monroe, 525-6764 <br /> <br /> BUTCHER SHOP 101 S. Front, 521-0856 <br /> <br /> CALHOUN’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL 115 G.E. Patterson, 528-8600 <br /> <br /> CAPRICCIO GRILL The Peabody Memphis 149 Union, 529-4199<br /> <br /> CENTER FOR SOUTHERN FOLKLORE <br /> <br /> A place where delicious Southern specialties and live music make lunch a great experience. Showcasing the best regional music, books, and artwork.Coffee and beer bar features espressos, cappuccinos, milkshakes, and Southern and ethnic delicacies, such as Ella Kizzie’s homemade peach cobbler, greens and hot-water cornbread, and more. Smoke-free. Mon–Sat 11am–5pm. At the Peabody Place Trolley Stop, 119 S. Main, 525-3655, southernfolklore.com<br /> <br /> THE CHEESE CAKE CORNER 113 G.E. Patterson, 525-2253 <br /> <br /> CHEZ PHILIPPE The Peabody Memphis 149 Union, 529-4188 <br /> <br /> CHINA RESTAURANT 150 Jefferson, 527-3838<br /> <br /> CLUB 152 <br /> <br /> Open daily 4pm–4am; opens 11am in warm months. Three floors of fun!First floor: live dance music every Night plus pizza, sandwiches, pasta, and salads. At Mustang Sally’s on level two, put some funk in yo’ trunk! Level three, “The Shadows,” Memphis’s #1 upscale club, open weekends only for members or by invitation. 152 Beale, 544-7011, club152memphis.com<br /> <br /> COCKADOOS 85 S. Second, 590-0610 <br /> <br /> COURT HOUSE DELI 22 S. Main, 527-2253 <br /> <br /> COYOTE UGLY SALOON 326 Beale, 888-UGLY <br /> <br /> COZY CORNER RESTAURANT 745 N. Parkway, 527-9158 <br /> <br /> CURRENTS 50 Harbor Town Square, 260-3300 <br /> <br /> DENNY’S 166 Union, 522-1304 <br /> <br /> DYER’S HAMBURGERS 205 Beale, 527-3937<br /> <br /> EARNESTINE & HAZEL’S <br /> <br /> You’ve got to see this historic bar! The famous Soul Burger sizzles for lunch 7 days a week. Lunch delivery of 4 or more available Mon–Fri for just $5 per burger. Tucked in the back of this storied building, the cozy, 16-seat, 5 Spot restaurant serves fine dining fare accompanied by white tablecloths, candles, and a jazz jukebox.Bring your own wine! Open daily 11am–3am. 531 S. Main, 523-9754, earnestineandhazels.com<br /> <br /> ELLIOTT’S RESTAURANT 16 S. Second, 525-4895 <br /> <br /> ESCAPE ALLEY SUNDRY 651 Marshall, 528-3337<br /> <br /> FELICIA SUZANNE’S 80 Monroe, Ste L-1, 523-0877 <br /> <br /> FERRARO’S PIZZERIA & PUB 111 Jackson, 522-2033 <br /> <br /> THE 5 SPOT 531 S. Main, 523-9754 <br /> <br /> FLIGHT RESTAURANT 39 S. Main, 521-8005 <br /> <br /> FLYING FISH 105 S. Second, 522-8228 <br /> <br /> FLYING SAUCER 130 Peabody Place at Second, 523-PINT <br /> <br /> FRANK’S MAIN STREET MARKET AND DELI 327 S. Main at Vance, 523-0101<br /> <br /> FRONT STREET DELI <br /> <br /> Memphis’s oldest delicatessen, since<br /> <br /> 1976. Breakfast served till 11am. Hot/cold sandwiches, plate lunches, homemade desserts, and salads. Beer served. Sidewalk cafe. Mon–Fri 7am–2pm. 77 S. Front, 522-8943<br /> <br /> GEORGE’S COFFEE SHOP 50 N. Third, 528-9713 <br /> <br /> GREEN BEETLE SPORTS BAR 325 S. Main, 526-0383 (under renovation) <br /> <br /> GRILL 83 83 Madison, 333-1224 <br /> <br /> GUS’S WORLD FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN 310 S. Front, 527-4877 <br /> <br /> HAMBURGERS AND MORE 3 S. Main, 545-0048 <br /> <br /> HAPPY MEXICAN 385 S. Second, 529-9991 <br /> <br /> HARBOR TOWN COFFEE 111 <br /> <br /> Harbor Town Square, 590-2815 HARD ROCK CAFE 315 Beale, 529-0007 <br /> <br /> HARRY’S DETOUR SOUTH MAIN 106 G.E. Patterson, 523-9070 <br /> <br /> HOOTERS RESTAURANT Peabody Place at Third, 523-9464 <br /> <br /> HUEY’S DOWNTOWN 77 S. Second, 527-2700 <br /> <br /> THE INN AT HUNT PHELAN 533 Beale, 525-8225<br /> <br /> ITTA BENA <br /> <br /> Tucked away worlds apart from Beale Street, this exclusive, upscale restaurant is designed after the speakeasies of the ’20s, with an unmarked, discreet entrance. Itta Bena combines upscale Southern contemporary cuisine with a Delta influence. Enjoy an intimate signature martini in the private lounge. We’re a favorite with local and visiting celebrities … for obvious reasons.Join us. Dinner daily 5pm. Third floor above B. B. King’s Blues Club, 145 S. Second, 578- 3031, ittabenamemphis.com<br /> <br /> JOEY’S NEW YORK DELI & PIZZERIA 97 N. Main, 523-0616<br /> <br /> KING’S PALACE CAFE <br /> <br /> Live jazz and blues nightly. Home of championship gumbo. Dining and entertainment in the tradition that made Beale Street famous. Daily blackboard lunch specials, Memphis-style BBQ, etouffee, pasta, oysters, and specialty dishes, like our famous chicken pontalba. Lunch and Dinner daily 11am–till. 162 Beale, 521-1851, kingspalacecafe.com<br /> <br /> KOOKY CANUCK <br /> <br /> Locally owned in the heart of Downtown, award-winning Kooky Canuck provides a fun, unique dining experience for all ages!This comfortable lodge setting serves “Americana” food with a Canadian twist, including poutine, BBQ egg rolls, Glenna’s meatloaf, catfish, prime rib, veggie burgers, fried Cornish hens, skillet desserts, and the famous 4-lb Kookamonga burger — free if eaten in one hour! Table-top s’mores, kids’ menu, private parties. Open daily 11am–1am; bar open until 2:30am. 97 S. Second, 578-9800, kookycanuck.com<br /> <br /> KUDZU’S BAR & GRILL 603 Monroe, 525-4924 <br /> <br /> LENNY’S SUB SHOP 22 N. Front, 543-9230 153 S. Main, 529-4377 <br /> <br /> LIL’ ANTHONY’S CAFE 341–45 Beale, 672-8510 <br /> <br /> LITTLE CAFE ECLECTIC 111 Harbor Town Square, 590-4645<br /> <br /> LITTLE TEA SHOP <br /> <br /> Downtown workers have lunched here since 1918 for the best of Southern home cooking. Plate lunch standards include chicken pot pie, catfish, greens with hot sauce, black-eyed peas, and cobblers for dessert. Iced sweet tea is the authentic drink, and the decor, like the food, is homey and comforting in the middle of a stressful day. Works by local artists adorn the walls, adding to the feel of lunching in a cozy home. Mon–Fri 11am–2pm. 69 Monroe, 525-6000<br /> <br /> LOCAL GASTROPUB 95 S. Main, 473-9573 <br /> <br /> LUNCHBOX EATS 288 S. Fourth, 526-0820 <br /> <br /> MADISON AVENUE CAFE 143 Madison, 730-1373 <br /> <br /> MAGGIEMOO’S ICE CREAM & TREATERY 125 S. Main, 522-1912 <br /> <br /> MAGNOLIA GRILLE 250 N. Main, 527-7300<br /> <br /> THE MAJESTIC GRILLE <br /> <br /> Home of the “Unforgettable Sunday Brunch” 11am–3pm. What began in 1913 as the Majestic Theatre is now a 1940s-style bar and grill, with an upscale, uniquely Memphis ambience and great food at reasonable prices, specializing in steaks, fresh seafood, flatbread creations, and gourmet burgers. Located one block north Of The Orpheum. Watch the trolley go by on our lush patio, enjoy a signature martini, or gaze at the intricate theater ceiling while dining with friends … whichever way, you’ll enjoy great food and friendly service.Free wireless internet access. Open daily at 11am. Kitchen open late. 145 S. Main, 522-8555, majesticgrille.com<br /> <br /> MAMA KATIE’S DINER 662 Madison, 576-1502 <br /> <br /> MARKET CAFE 149 Madison, 577-0086 <br /> <br /> MARLEY’S 380 Beale, 526-1400<br /> <br /> MARMALADE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE <br /> <br /> Marmalade Restaurant believes that sharing the South’s best-kept eatery secrets is one of our major contributions to Memphis’s population. Marmalade’s food offers the taste of home. This includes our grilled steaks and pork chops, Southern fried catfish and chicken, fresh garden vegetables, seafood gumbo, cornbread, and homemade peach cobbler. Full-service bar, on-site parking, and music with R&B, soul, and jazz DVDs. Facilities for group meetings and dinners. Tue–Thu 6–9pm, Fri 6pm– midnight. 153 G.E. Patterson, 522-8800<br /> <br /> MCEWEN’S ON MONROE 120 Monroe, 527-7085 <br /> <br /> MESQUITE CHOP HOUSE 88 Union, 527-5337<br /> <br /> MISS CORDELIA’S GROCERY <br /> <br /> Delicious sandwiches made to order, homemade daily soups. Fresh-baked breads. Authentic, fresh, fun dishes to enjoy at our table with a glass of wine, on the patio, or to go. Call for catering needs.Cordelia’s Table open daily 7am– 9pm. 737 Harbor Bend in Harbor Town, 526-4772, misscordelias.com<br /> <br /> MISS POLLY’S SOUL CITY CAFE <br /> <br /> Authentic soul food heats up Beale Street!Fried chicken and waffles, home-cooked vegetables like Mamma made, and all the down-home trimmings that make soul food a Southern tradition — all accompanied by soulful music from the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s. Open daily Mon–Thu 9am–midnight, Fri 9am–5am, Sat 7am–5am, Sun 7am–midnight. 154 Beale, 527-9060, misspollysmemphis.com<br /> <br /> MOLLIE FONTAINE LOUNGE 679 Adams, 524-1886 <br /> <br /> MOVIE AND PIZZA COMPANY 110 Harbor Town Square, 527-2233 <br /> <br /> MR. HILL’S SOUTHERN REVUE 149 Madison, 922-5559<br /> <br /> NEELY’S BAR-B-QUE 670 Jefferson, 521-9798 <br /> <br /> ONIX RESTAURANT 412 S. Main, 552-4609 <br /> <br /> PA PA PIA’S 83 Union, 521-4331 <br /> <br /> PEABODY DELI & DESSERTS & THE CORNER BAR The Peabody Memphis, 149 Union 529-4000 <br /> <br /> PEARL’S OYSTER HOUSE 299 S. Main, 522-9070<br /> <br /> PIG ON BEALE <br /> <br /> Memphis-style hickory-smoked BBQ, homemade and seasoned to taste. Pulled pork, mouth-watering ribs, and BBQ wings.Live Memphis blues and rock ‘n’ roll every weekend. Sun–Thu 11am–10pm, Fri–Sat 11am–till. 167 Beale, 529-1544, porkwithanattitude.com<br /> <br /> PIZZA ITALIA 175 Peabody Place (corner Third and Peabody Place), 527-0606 <br /> <br /> RED ROOSTER 340 Beale, 590-0437 <br /> <br /> REHAB DISCO 94 S. Front, 523-0275 <br /> <br /> RENDEZVOUS 52 S. Second, 523-2746 <br /> <br /> RENEE’S SANDWICH SHOP 202 G. E. Patterson, 525-2963 <br /> <br /> RIO LOCO 117 Union, 523-2142 <br /> <br /> RIVERSIDE GRILL 694 Riverside, 527-3946<br /> <br /> RUM BOOGIE CAFE <br /> <br /> Blue plate lunch specials, championship gumbo, BBQ ribs and chicken, and world-famous red beans & rice. A true Southern dining experience with nightly music featuring James Govan & the Boogie Blues Band. Full bar/casual dress. Memphis music memorabilia and more than 175 autographed guitars. Open daily 11am– 2am. 182 Beale, 528-0150, rumboogie.com<br /> <br /> RUMBA ROOM 303 S. Main, 523-0020 <br /> <br /> RUSSWOOD PARK SPORTS BAR & GRILL Inside Holiday Inn Select, 160 Union, 525-5491 <br /> <br /> SAFARI WORLD TAPAS BAR 414 S. Main, 672-7339 <br /> <br /> SAIGON LE 51 N. Cleveland, 276-5326<br /> <br /> SAM’S HAMBURGERS AND MORE 94 N. Main, 543-9977 <br /> <br /> SEKISUI 160 Union, 523-0001 <br /> <br /> THE SILLY GOOSE 100 Peabody Place, 435-6915 <br /> <br /> SILKY O’SULLIVAN’S 183 Beale, 522-9596 <br /> <br /> SOLE RESTAURANT AND RAW BAR 170 Lt. George W. Lee, 334-5950 <br /> <br /> SOUTH OF BEALE 361 S. Main, 526-0388 <br /> <br /> THE SPAGHETTI WAREHOUSE 40 W. Huling, 521-0907 <br /> <br /> SPINDINI 383 S. Main, 578-2767 <br /> <br /> STARBUCKS 332 N. Lauderdale, 495-2320 170 Lt. George W. Lee, 334-5938 <br /> <br /> SUBWAY SANDWICHES & SALADS 85 N. Main, 543-3782 110 Auction, 521-9753 <br /> <br /> SUPERIOR RESTAURANT 159 Beale, 523-1940 <br /> <br /> TEXAS DE BRAZIL 150 Peabody Place, 526-7600 <br /> <br /> TGI FRIDAY’S 185 Union, 523-8500 <br /> <br /> TJ MULLIGAN’S 362 N. Main, 523-1453<br /> <br /> TROLLEY STOP MARKET 704 Madison, 526-1361 <br /> <br /> TUG’S 50 Harbor Town Square, 260-3344 <br /> <br /> WANG’S 113 S. Main, 523-2065<br /> <br /> WESTY’S <br /> <br /> We’re the Downtown restaurant with enough ambience that movies such as The Firm, The Rainmaker, and 21 Grams choose to film here. “Break the chain” and eat locally. We’ve served Memphis incredible food since 1983, so bring family and friends to the Pinch District and explore our extensive, diverse menu. Make sure to finish your meal with our world-famous hot fudge pie!Open daily 10–3am year-round; delivery 11am–2pm and 5pm–2am. 346 N. Main, 543-3278, EatAtWestys.com<br /> <br /> WET WILLIES 209 Beale, 578-5650 <br /> <br /> WRAPZODY GOURMET WRAPZ 99 N. Main, Ste 101, 503-9842<br /> <br /> Say You Saw It In The Downtowner!
