Searching for Restaurants near me in Memphis? For restaurants near me in Memphis, compare occasion, menu, price, and hours. Central BBQ and Gus’s offer casual choices, while The Arcade is a lower-priced daytime option. Flight, Itta Bena, The Majestic Grille, and Porch and Parlor represent higher-priced evening options. Texas de Brazil lists an all-you-can-eat grilled-meat format.
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| # | Place | Best for | Value | Food | Atmosphere | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Majestic Grille | Historic movie-house dining | Listed price range is $20–60 | Steaks and upscale American fare | Grand 1913 movie-house setting with silent films | 4.5 (2,604) |
| 2 | B.B. King’s Blues Club | Southern food on Beale Street | Listed price range is $20–30 | Southern food classics | Brightly decorated setting listed | 4.6 (12,255) |
| 3 | The Arcade Restaurant | Historic daytime dining | Listed price range is $10–20 | Breakfast and lunch fare | 1950s-style neon diner setting | 4.2 (4,661) |
| 4 | Central BBQ – Downtown | Casual barbecue plates | Listed price range is $10–20 | BBQ nachos, pork sandwiches, and brisket platters | Informal eatery setting | 4.3 (6,409) |
| 5 | Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar | Wine-paired small plates | Listed price range is $50–100 | Soups, salads, and entrees | Posh surroundings with taster-size wine pours | 4.8 (3,140) |
| 6 | Blues City Cafe | Beale Street soul food | Listed price range is $20–30 | Delta-style soul food, barbecue ribs, burgers, and drinks | Old-school juke joint and eatery | 4.5 (7,557) |
| 7 | Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken | Spicy fried chicken meals | Listed price range is $10–20 | Spicy fried chicken and comfort sides | Low-key setting | 4.6 (6,893) |
| 8 | Itta Bena | Dimly lit Southern dining | Listed price range is $50–100 | Southern bites | Posh, dimly lit cabaret and cocktail-bar setting | 4.6 (1,159) |
| 9 | Porch and Parlor | Higher-priced evening dining | Listed price range is $100+ | — | — | 4.8 (1,281) |
| 10 | Texas de Brazil – Memphis | Brazilian grilled-meat dining | Listed price range is $50–100 | All-you-can-eat grilled meats and salad bar | — | 4.5 (4,006) |
Top 10 explained
1The Majestic Grille
Historic movie-house diningThe Majestic Grille serves steaks and upscale American fare in a grand 1913 movie-house setting with silent films. Its listed price range is $20–60, and hours are 11 AM–9 PM daily.
Sources and verification
Public-source research, not an on-site visit. Branch-specific policies should be confirmed with the venue.
- Majestic Grille | Bar & Grill in Memphis, TN — official page; business general; checked 2026-09-11
- The Majestic Grille – Restaurant Reviews — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-11
- Hours & Location | Majestic Grille in Memphis, TN — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-11
2B.B. King’s Blues Club
Southern food on Beale StreetB.B. King’s Blues Club serves Southern food classics at 143 Beale St. Its listed price range is $20–30, and the venue advertises private events.
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Public-source research, not an on-site visit. Branch-specific policies should be confirmed with the venue.
- Memphis – B.B. King’s Blues Club — official page; branch; checked 2026-09-11
- B.B. King’s Blues Club — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-11
- B.B. King’s Blues Club Memphis — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
3The Arcade Restaurant
Historic daytime diningThe Arcade Restaurant is a nostalgic diner serving breakfast and lunch amid 1950s-style neon signs. Its listed price range is $10–20, and it is open daily from 7 AM to 3 PM.
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- Memphis’ Oldest Cafe – Arcade RestaurantArcade Restaurant … — official page; branch; checked 2026-09-11
- The Arcade Restaurant, Memphis’ Oldest Cafe — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
- ARCADE RESTAURANT – Memphis — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-11
4Central BBQ – Downtown
Casual barbecue platesCentral BBQ Downtown serves BBQ nachos, pork sandwiches, and brisket platters in an informal setting. The listed price range is $10–20, with hours of 11 AM–9 PM daily.
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- Central BBQ – Downtown — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
- Central BBQ – Memphis, TN (Downtown) — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-11
- Central BBQ – Downtown Memphis | Reviews, Menu & Hours — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-11
5Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar
Wine-paired small platesFlight Restaurant and Wine Bar serves soups, salads, and entrees with taster-size wine pours. Its listed price range is $50–100, and hours are 4:30–9 PM daily.
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- Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar – Memphis, TN — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
- Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar | Memphis TN — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
- FLIGHT RESTAURANT AND WINE BAR — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-11
6Blues City Cafe
Beale Street soul foodBlues City Cafe is an old-school juke joint and eatery serving Delta-style soul food, barbecue ribs, burgers, and drinks. Its listed price range is $20–30, with late hours on Friday and Saturday.
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- Blues City Cafe – Memphis — official page; branch; checked 2026-09-11
- Our Menu — search snippet; business general; checked 2026-09-11
- Blues City Cafe, Memphis, TN — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
7Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken
Spicy fried chicken mealsGus’s World Famous Fried Chicken serves spicy fried chicken and comfort sides in a low-key setting. Its listed price range is $10–20, and the venue offers catering.
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- Memphis, TN (Downtown) | Gus’s World Famous … — official page; branch; checked 2026-09-11
- GUS’S WORLD FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN, Memphis — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
- ItsJawz Food Reviews — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
8Itta Bena
Dimly lit Southern diningItta Bena is described as a third-floor eatery above B.B. King’s, offering Southern bites in a posh, dimly lit cabaret and cocktail-bar setting. Its listed price range is $50–100, with hours of 5–10 PM daily.
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- Memphis – Itta Bena Dining — official page; branch; checked 2026-09-11
- Itta Bena Restaurant – Memphis, TN — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
- Itta Bena | Memphis TN — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
9Porch and Parlor
Higher-priced evening diningPorch and Parlor has no description supplied in the listing. Its price is listed as $100+, and its hours vary by day, with dinner service shown throughout the week.
Sources and verification
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- Porch & Parlor Prime Steakhouse — official page; branch; checked 2026-09-11
- PORCH AND PARLOR, Memphis – Restaurant Reviews, … — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
- PORCH AND PARLOR – Updated September 2026 — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
10Texas de Brazil – Memphis
Brazilian grilled-meat diningTexas de Brazil offers all-you-can-eat grilled meat carved tableside with a salad bar. Its listed price range is $50–100, with hours varying by day.
Sources and verification
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- Memphis, TN | Brazilian Steakhouse & Churrascaria — official page; business general; checked 2026-09-11
- TEXAS DE BRAZIL – MEMPHIS – Downtown – Menu, Prices … — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
- Texas de Brazil | Memphis TN — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-11
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Frequently asked questions
Which Memphis restaurants are best for a casual, lower-cost meal?
The Arcade Restaurant, Central BBQ Downtown, and Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken list $10–20 ranges. The Arcade is open during the day, while Central BBQ and Gus’s list service through the evening. Check the daily hours before traveling.
Which choices work better for reservations or larger groups?
B.B. King’s Blues Club advertises private events. Other group, reservation, and seating policies are not confirmed in the supplied information. Confirm availability and event details directly.
How should I handle dietary restrictions when choosing?
The supplied facts do not establish allergen safety or dietary accommodations for any restaurant. Contact the restaurant directly to confirm ingredients, preparation practices, and whether your needs can be accommodated.
