Memphis may be best known for its barbecue, but that’s not all that’s going on in the food scene. There is fabulous food of all types for all budgets going on in the 901. Whether you’re craving an elegant night out, or some down-home grub, or a meal on the go, there is a wealth of options to choose from! Check out our list of the best restaurants in Memphis.
Best Restaurants in Memphis
Here at StyleBlueprint, we make sure to partner with the best businesses and showcase them in our SB Guide. Below is a list, from our SB Guide, of the best restaurants in Memphis.
City Silo: Table and Pantry
Neighborhood: East Memphis (Sanderlin)
Website: thecitysilo.com
City Silo Table + Pantry offers gourmet comfort food utilizing fresh, healthy ingredients. Their innovative dishes include house made dressings and aioli, a wide range of gluten-free, plant-based options as well as organic dairy, eggs and chicken. With an emphasis on farm-to-table cuisine, they strive to use local, sustainable ingredients and techniques as much as possible.
City Silo’s breakfast is just as delicious as their lunch and dinner!
McEwen’s Memphis
Neighborhood: Downtown (Monroe)
Website: mcewensmemphis.com
If you’re looking for a uniquely Memphis restaurant that brings together a comfortable dining experience with upscale cuisine, McEwen’s is your answer. McEwen’s dishes are largely Southern but incorporate European influences in ways that are innovative and flavorful. From classics like shrimp and grits to clever recreations like duck enchiladas, McEwen’s menu features something for everyone to enjoy.
Widely popular for lunch and dinner, McEwen’s also has a great bar to enjoy craft cocktails, boutique wine and beer and delicious appetizers.
Wild Beet Salad Company
Neighborhood: East Memphis (Carrefour Shopping Center)
Website: wildbeetsalads.com
After spending her college years in Manhattan and armed with the desire to make healthy food accessible and affordable, founder Kelcie Hamm returned home to Memphis and opened Wild Beet Salad Company. This chic shop, devoted to fresh chopped salads and wraps, allows customers to build their own dish out of their favorite healthy ingredients.
Wild Beet Salad Company offers catering services to deliver fresh lunch and dinners to your door!
Other tasty restaurants around the Memphis area:
Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen
Craving Italian food served over candlelight? Look no further than Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen. This East Memphis gem, located in Brookhaven Circle, is a perennial crowd-pleaser with its handmade pastas, hearty seafood and game entrees.
Beauty Shop
“Look Good, Eat Good” is the name of the game at the Beauty Shop. This trendy restaurant is housed in the former Atkins Beauty Salon — rumor has it Priscilla Presley was a regular! Plus, take a walk around Cooper-Young after your meal.
Central BBQ
With several locations around the Memphis area, Central BBQ has quickly become one of the most beloved BBQ spots in the city. And make sure to save room for dessert, because the hip folks at Central BBQ make a mean banana pudding!
Felicia Suzanne
Head downtown and cozy up to your sweetheart on one of the red velvet banquettes at Felicia Suzanne’s. Here you will find southern staples like seafood, creole favorites and yes, even fried chicken. Felicia believes in the farm to fork concept, so every seasonal ingredient is fresh and grown by regional farmers.
Gus’s Fried Chicken
This iconic Memphis eatery is beloved for its famous hot & spicy fried chicken recipe that has been passed down three generations. Gus’s Fried Chicken is a laid-back southern restaurant that welcomes the whole family. Beat the heat with a craft beer, sweet tea or some of their delicious sides.
Las Tortugas Deli Mexicana
This little gem in a Germantown strip offers some of the freshest and most authentic Mexican food. With almost 20 different kinds of tacos served each day, along with other authentic menu items that are constantly changing, there is always something new to try at Las Tortugas Deli Mexicana.
The Second Line
Chef Kelly English is a native of New Orleans, so there’s no doubt he knows how to whip up some good Cajun food at The Second Line. One of his specialties includes chicken and andouille gumbo.
Whether you have lived in Memphis your entire life or you are just stopping through for a couple of days, the SB Guide is full of things that you don’t want to miss — local businesses, local events, top restaurants and more!
