While visiting Memphis we got a late lunch at Rendezvous and were seated right away. Our waiter was…read moresuper friendly and attentive! The food was good overall. The ribs had good flavor but were a little dry. The sides, though, were all delicious and definitely a highlight of the meal. We also really loved the BBQ sauce and ended up buying some to take home. Overall, good casual place to stop in Memphis that has a lot of history.

I'm baffled at the less than stellar reviews. This place sets the standard for ribs…read more We split the full slab for two and everything was fantastic. Big pitcher of sweet tea, beans, slaw...fantastic. Food was served quickly and the service was efficient and polite. Price for two is totally reasonable. Again, this place sets the standard.

Central bbq across from the historic Loraine motel is my favorite place to eat bbq in Memphis…read more You only have to be a few feet away from the restaurant to smell the delicious meats that are smoking inside. Central bbq offers a great selection of bbq favorites, the loaded baked potato was a meal by itself! Beware... you will get the meat sweats here! There is plenty of seating inside and they offer a patio too. Central bbq offers a large draft beer list with a bunch of local favorites. The service is quick, and prices are fare

There was a time when Central barbecue was the only place I would eat barbecue in Memphis. But food…read moreand service has ruined that. I visited the downtown location on 5/24/26 at 6:15 PM. I ordered wings and two dry slabs of ribs. When my family and I finally decided to eat the ribs on Monday, they were disgusting. They had seasoning caked all on them, and they were overly salty. We wiped off the caked-on seasoning and tried to eat around the saltiness. I was praying the 2nd slab was not the same. When I opened them on 5/27 to see, they were the same. I was trying to avoid calling because I just didn't feel like being bothered. But I called. I left a message for the manager to return my call that morning because "he is in the middle of an interview." So I called back that afternoon and was transferred to Ethan. I explained the situation to him. As I was speaking, he kept making the noise un-huh. So, I stopped talking and asked him what it meant aside from it just being rude as hell. He went on to explain that they missed a step and did not rub in the seasoning and shake it off. I don't care. It's an internal quality issue that should be handled with the prep and cook staff. Not me. He asked if I had my receipt and, in a tone that suggested he was doing me a favor, advised me that he would replace the slab. No apologies for the inconvenience or anything.   After my long workday, I went all the way downtown to get the slab replaced. In person, Ethan is just as rude. I asked if he was going to replace both slabs. He could clearly see the quality was trash. He said no and that he would only replace one. Then went on to offer me sides and a slice of cake. No, thank you. I can afford sides and cake just like I did those trash slabs of ribs. Those slabs of ribs cost $62.40 before taxes. With taxes probably being another 5 or 6 dollars. Your mistakes and poor quality should not cost me. He had a young lady bring the replacement slab back out to me. She didn't say thank you or anything. One thing I know is that a white man or woman patronizing your business would not have been treated this way. As a result, moving forward I will spend my Black woman dollars elsewhere on barbeque and smoked chicken wings. Also, I removed you all from my company's approved catering list where we spend a nice amount with you all yearly. Tell Ethan, thanks for helping me see the light and not spend money where I'm not respected and where my customer experience isn't valued.

The hotel front desk suggested we try Blues City Cafe and we were not disappointed. We ordered the…read moreBest meal on Beale street it comes with ribs, fried catfish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw, baked beans and toast. We also added a bowl of turnip greens. The food was some of the best soul food I've ever had. The waiter was attentive and very friendly. We enjoyed live music while we dined. A fun lively place with some great food. I highly recommend!

Yes, it is touristy, but maybe there's a reason for that!…read more The menu covers all the bases without being too overwhelming. I went here twice while on a work trip and over the course of my visits I tried the gumbo, turnip greens, and the Caesar salad. (Skip the salad. I just needed veggies that day.) Both the gumbo and turnip greens were so flavorful. I highly recommend both dishes! My coworker ordered the ribs and catfish and the rib meat seemed to fall off the bone! I had a bite of her catfish and it had the perfect amount of breading on it. Service is kind and they always kept my water filled. The atmosphere is everything I would want from a diner in Memphis- it's divey without being too dirty and decorated with rock n roll memorabilia.

My friend and I made the drive down to Memphis this morning and arrived around 12. They got the two…read moreof us in within 10 minutes and took our order within another 10, and then the food was there in another 10. Super quick for the Sunday rush! The food and coffee was so delicious. I wouldn't say I'm a food snob, but I'm particular about breakfast foods, and this made me very happy. We each ordered a coffee and the bacon potatoes to share. I ordered the Juniper Benedict and my friend ordered the loaded biscuits and gravy. The bacon potatoes were cooked perfectly, soft and slightly crunchy with plenty of cheese and bacon. The eggs in my eggs Benedict were cooked perfectly and they used a regular house-made biscuit that soaked up the egg yolks perfectly. The restaurant was pretty big, but the ambiance felt like a small-town diner. The staff was super kind and attentive, too. The cost is par for the course for a nice diner in a big city. TLDR: Not a bad word to say about this place.

A family favorite since we found this fine restaurant four years ago. Service is warm and friendly,…read moreand they keep your coffee mug topped off! The food is excellent. We love the omelets, the sausage breakfast sandwiches, the pancakes, and the cinnamon rolls! We also love the small eclectic atmosphere and ambiance- it truly feels like a neighborhood favorite place to gather.

Great service, friendly servers and delicious food!!…read more Had the grilled chicken sandwich last night, and tonight decided on a cheeseburger with a side of fries and onion rings

Huey's is a Memphis staple. I stopped by after work and was able to get a table by the window. I…read morewas greeted by my waitress and she was so kind and attentive. Recommended me some appetizers and allowed me some time to look over the menu. I ordered the chicken tender dinner with buffalo sauce. I wanted to try a new drink and went to the beached mule. It has ginger beer, coconut rum & pineapple juice. The drink was $8. Yes, $8 y'all. I will be back for the delicious drink. The tenders was yummy as well. Huey's is famous for their homemade ranch and it has never failed me. This location has live music from time to time. And love the decor is Memphis themed!

Legendary spot here that shouldn't be missed. Amazingly friendly service, and the food was as good…read moreas I remembered.

Not what it used to be…read more I used to eat here 20 years ago when I worked downtown. My coworkers and I would go and the dining room would be full. I just went at 8pm on a Saturday and the dining room was empty. There were maybe 2-3 people standing inside waiting for to-go orders and 4 cars in line in the drive thru. From the time I got to the line to the time I got my food was an hour. I asked when entering my order if they were just busy and would be speeding up or should I leave and they said they were speeding up. They did not. When I finally got my food, I asked the lady at the window what was going on and she was rude. She also asked if I wanted to add a tip which I found funny. The food itself was alright. The bread was just normal, unseasoned white bread. The slaw was seasoned well but a bit watery for my taste. The spaghetti was cooked properly and the sauce was fine but there was very little pork in mine. Overall, the service was very off putting and the meal wasn't worth the drive or the wait. Such a bummer because I've been singing their praises for decades. I doubt I'll go back.

Fast and efficient service - order at the counter and food gets delivered to your table. The…read moreatmosphere is great too. My smoked turkey sandwich was delicious. And they have some of the best mac & cheese too!

It has been a while since I ate at Central BBQ, and it has always been good. This time, not so…read moremuch. In the past, I was served carved or whole pieces of meat. This time it was thin deli slices of fatty brisket and deli slices of chicken, covered in barbecue sauce. Less food, not very authentic, and overpriced (I paid $30 for this). Underwhelming meal and not worth the cost.