Memphis Restaurants

The Lilly's Dim Sum & Then Some 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 Ja... more

This upscale restaurant serves European style dishes and features options like rabbit loins and pheasant that may be shocking to some. The restaurant is known for its lobster tail and extensive wine list. The décor is mo... more

This locally owned steakhouse offers some of the best Prime Rib and seafood in Memphis and also features a large selection of fine wines. Top a steak with smothered onions, blue cheese or crabmeat béarnaise, or select from a va... more

This lively venue hosts visiting musicians as well as the house band, James Govan and the Boogie Blues Band. Patrons can dine on a tasty dinner, snacks, or their famous red beans and rice dish while watching the band, the dance... more

Unusual antics make this Memphis eatery unique, with a graffiti wall that customers are encouraged to write upon and waiters’ antics that cause diners to shoot toothpicks through straws so that they stick to the ceiling.... more

Renowned for hosting some of the best blues music in Memphis, the name of this club says it all. In homage to the owner, legendary blues musician B.B. King, many music greats play here, including impromptu drop-in visits by fam... more

Do not let the unlikely location put you off—the specialties here are worth it. This place is a Memphis tradition, and you may have to fight the regulars for a table or a seat at the counter. The barbecued Cornish game hens are... more

This is a Memphis tradition, with very non-traditional food. It has occupied this corner on Main since 1919, but the cuisine has been updated with spectacular, prize-winning pizza recipes (featuring pesto, goat cheese, and sun-... more

Occupying a lovely Victorian house built around 1900, the Restaurant Iris has romantic atmosphere where you can enjoy fine dining. The French-Creole cuisine is delicious and the service is very friendly. Restaurant Iris is also... more

Known for its seafood, you can get such delights as lobster tails, fried catfish or chargrilled amberjack along with a variety of steaks and chicken dishes. Be sure to ask about the nightly chef specials. Finish off with a piec... more