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Blues City Cafe
138 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103
+1 901 526 3637
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#11 of 17 restaurants rated by Real Travelers

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Bill Clinton’s hang-out has also seen fame on the big screen when it was featured in the Tom Cruise film “The Firm.” Authentic southern atmosphere abounds at this diner-style café, with a weathered décor and a visible kitchen serving up Memphis barbeque. Diners can watch the street scene on Beale while enjoying the food at this popular eatery.

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