Walking into Dyer's Cafe in Collierville feels like stepping into a charming retro time capsule--classic red booths, vintage Coca-Cola signs, and walls filled with decades of history. From the soft lighting to the nostalgic decor, everything about this place screams character and comfort. You can tell this isn't just a restaurant--it's a local treasure. Now let's talk about the food--because wow. You always know a place is serious about flavor when their Coke isn't watered down. That's always a green flag for us. I had the Swiss Mushroom Burger with chili cheese fries topped with grilled diced onions, and it was absolutely satisfying--flavorful, juicy, and perfectly cooked. My wife had the grilled chicken sandwich and fried pickles, both of which hit the spot. The fried pickles especially had that perfect crispy bite without being greasy. We wrapped it up with the banana pudding, and it was a soft, sweet, creamy dream--comfort dessert at its finest. Huge shoutout to Mallorie, our server--she was so sweet, attentive, and kind. Her great attitude added to what was already a wonderful experience. Honestly, we hesitated at first due to some of the lower ratings--but we're so glad we trusted our curiosity instead. This was a great first experience, and we'll definitely be back. read more

Dyer's Cafe - Outside Look - American Near Me - Collierville, Tennessee

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First time eating there. It was simply amazing. Hostess was fast nice and sweet Food was wonderful. Catfish amazing hush puppies bite size and full of flavor. Coleslaw was very yummy. Patties melt huge and delicious. But the onion rings was the best I ever had. Must go back. read more

My friend and I went there last evening for dinner. The food and service were great. Our waitress was excellent. We sat outside and enjoyed the live music that was happening in the park. I highly recommend this restaurant. I also recommend going there on a Thursday evening to listen to live music in the park. read more

I tried this place a couple of times, and as the saying goes, I won't be made a fool again. I have been twice in about six weeks. I chalked the first visit up as a fluke, but yesterday the food was even worse. The only reason for two stars is how sweet the servers are. Both of the young ladies that waited on me had fantastic smiles, were super friendly, attentive, and helpful. Dyers is lucky to have them! My wife spurred my interest with a visit here with her Mom a while back. She got a chili cheese dog and some onion rings and enjoyed it enough to tell me about it. I have some really fond memories of Dyers. My Dad used to take me to the one in Bartlett as a treat. Back then I remember that the burgers were really freaking good. They were full of flavor and had a bit of a crunchy exterior, like it was actually fried. He freaking loved them!! I was excited to reminisce with a greasy fried burger! Something must happened to the grease on the ride over from Bartlett because this place is not good. It's almost like they are now braised in grease and not fried, is that even a thing?? It's also dirty as hell. You can see in the kitchen from the left side and it's not a good look. Floors, walls, ceiling, hoods, vents, all of it. I can deal with dirty most of the time if the food is worth risking my health. Not here... Dude making my food yesterday was chewing on a straw, with the opposite end that he had already chewed, hanging out of his mouth, while he was cooking my food. Gross in so many ways and also a critical health code violation. Both of my burgers were tasteless and oddly cool. The cheese didn't melt either time. First time the bacon was cooked, yesterday it was only cooked on one side. Zero seasoning unless it washed off in the flavorless grease. Both burgers tasted exactly the same. The first time I had onion rings that were undercooked and still crunchy while all of the breading sloughed off. Yesterday the fries were old, cold, and soggy. To top it off the bottom hamburger bun was hard to the touch, like it sat on a warm surface too long. Hope yours is better than mine was homies, cause I'm done with this one forever!! '24 - 60/100 read more

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Burgers are only ok, service and people are nice though, I love old classic cafe type places. Nice ambiance.

Food and staff are INCREDIBLE! You won't find a better burger or a cooler place to eat it than Dyer's.

Ate lunch here yesterday. The onion rings are some of the best I've ever had, would definitely get those again. The burger, Doc's special, had very little flavor. I ate at Dyer's on Cleveland when it opened up years ago & the burger was much better there. Also much better at the Dyer's on Beale St. You could taste the true flavor at those locations. Not sure if they put anything on the patties before frying them or not. I'll probably come back, but maybe for the catfish. read more

I'm not really into burgers and American food much so not much on the menu appeals to me. But if you're looking for a snack, they have some pretty good ones. The fries are pretty good and the milkshakes are delicious. I haven't eaten much here as it all seems really greasy and nothing appeals to me but I wouldn't mind stopping here for dessert. To Try: Chocolate Shake Loved: Milkshake: Stawberry Liked: - Cheeseburger Fries - Dreamsicle (large enough for 2) Ok: - Cookie: Chocolate Chip Disliked: - Tamales read more

Decided to dine in since it was Christmas week and we were enjoying the downtown festivities. I've been eating McDonald's pretty regularly and I gotta say this is a nice change. So my view may be skewed. Burger was good and greasy. Fries - I didn't like how they all clumped together. Not sure what's going on there. Shake - well the "Oreo and M&M" shake is actually either Oreo or M&M. Not both. So whoever printed the menu was an idiot in my opinion. And the Hair on the tip of my shake straw did not add to the Christmas merriment. Also It didn't come out until I was done with the burger too, which was disappointing but I was hungry and ate a little quicker than I normally would. So I won't count that against them. I did find it Odd how the shake comes in a plastic takeaway cup rather than a tin cup given the old fashion vibe they got going on inside. Go figure. They got kids meals under 11 and senior meals over 65. So that's a nice touch. read more

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I visited from out of town and came to this restaurant due to family recommendations. The place itself: cute, old time diner with limited seating, think like a diner from back in the day. Super adorable. The food: nothing too special that I would go out of my way for. The fries were fine, the burger was your typical greasy burger. However, the way they prepare their burgers is cool, in a skillet with "ageless grease". I would come back again if I am in the area and someone suggested it, but I don't think I would go out of my way to come. read more

Dyer's Cafe - Bacon burger with fries - American Near Me - Collierville, Tennessee

Amazing! Absolutely must stop in if you're visiting Memphis and craving a classic smash burger. The Big Papa was a 10/10 burger, although it was slightly too much and I regrettably left a bite or two on the plate. The homemade onion rings and homemade fried pickles were so delicious, and they weren't super greasy or over seasoned like you so often find. Andrea was our server and she was the sweetest, super attentive, and extremely friendly! read more

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We are first timers as we are in the process of moving to the area. We came right before the rush, so we were seated right away. Alexis was very helpful in recommendations for first timers. It's exactly what I wanted, a simple yet juicy flavorful burger. I got the onion rings instead and one of the best rings I've had. read more

Dyer's Cafe - American Near Me - Collierville, Tennessee

Dyers is good, but it's a pretty normal burger joint. Nothing too special here. It's a small space, but always clean. The customer service is good! read more

Ordered online yesterday and went to pick it up. Walked in, it was packed. Sat down near the kitchen to wait on my food and was told I couldn't sit there without a name tag. Order was short an order of fries. Finally found someone to complain to, there were so many people in and out of the kitchen, I wasn't sure who to talk to. Waited and waited and finally asked for a refund and was told no, my food was coming right out and that they were having a private party. They should have refused my online order instead and I would have went else where. Finally handed me my food and didn't say sorry, thank you for waiting, or nothing. Never again will I go back to this place! read more

While the food and services is good, who charges $1.14 for tap water. The water wasn't even in a to go cup. May be last visit. read more

Dyer's Cafe - Charge for water - American Near Me - Collierville, Tennessee

Mushroom burger and onion rings were very good. Service was good. Really liked the ambiance with the historical items. Air conditioning could have been a little cooler. Chocolate milk shake was great. Love the Collierville Square. Highly recommend this except for those that'll bitch about every little imperfection. read more

Great burgers and shakes! My favorite in TN. It's the closest thing I've had to my favorite burger shop in NJ.

Not sure what has happened to this place. We ate here last night for the first time in a year. Our hamburgers were cold. The cheese was shredded cheddar and was not even melted. Who puts shredded cheddar cheese on a hamburger in a restaurant. We won't be going back here ever again. And oh by the way, they charge you two dollars extra if you use a debit card or a credit card. read more

The burgers are just good old fashion burgers that you remember from your childhood. The french fries are a greasy kind of good, and it's situated in downtown Collierville old Square which is great for a nostalgic visit read more

Dyer's Cafe - diners sitting at tables - American Near Me - Collierville, Tennessee

It was the best food I have had in ages. The staff was amazing!!! I LOVE coming here and the food was so GOOD. It was the best milkshake I think I have ever had. I loved how greasy the food was, it was hot when it got to my plate and the fries where SOOO good!!! They have some of the best fried pickles ever. It was packed in there and I got my food fast. (I almost did not go in because it was so packed) They were refilling my drinks fast also. Overall would 100% go again. read more

Great burger & onion rings! Definitely worth trying. Heard the milkshakes are good. Give them a try!

Did not have an item on the menu but the waitress was not knowledgeable enough to tell me on the front end, so she took my order but then had to come back and tell me they were out. Forgot to bring my condiments, forgot to bring out the fries, put my side item on my kids plate, told me they were out of mustard but then appeared with mustard. Lol After forgetting so many things actually asked is there anything else we can get you? Yeah, how about the items we ordered! Lol this had to of been the worst experience yet and I'm not even sure they knew what they were doing. Well, thats it for us. We will not return. Oh even had to ask for refill on water. Went 01/01/24 read more

Looked online and saw they close at 8. Walked in the door at 6:30 and asked to place a to go order. The girl working said we are closing at 7 and kitchen is closed. She gave me serious attitude then took my order. Two burgers, a side of fries and a side of onion rings. Handed me the check and theres almost $6 dollars worth of gratuity added. I asked why and she said bc its a to go order. So I HAVE to tip you for putting burgers in a bag? Thisnis out of control. Shitty service and way over priced. If you want a burger go elsewhere. $39 dollars for two burgers and two sides. Oh and you have to deal with a piss poor attitude as well. read more

+ Great burgers, onion rings, and service!!! + Military and First Responders discount. read more

It had the best banana pudding I've ever had and the staff was nice.the burger was really good and the pickles were really good. The ice cream was really delicious. read more

Food was yummy. I disliked that it seemed like the supervisor or owner went out of his way to greet everyone but me. I was alone and just sitting there looking around. I guess they are used to their regulars and want to show them all the love and attention. It made me feel out of place. Food was good though but everything needed more salt. read more

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Me and my boyfriend stopped in on Saturday for an old fashion bacon burger and milkshakes the atmosphere is so friendly . The food was great if you're into retro Americana. He and I agreed that We'd go back again read more

Dyer's Cafe - Old fashion chocolate milkshake - American Near Me - Collierville, Tennessee

Love the food here , and I can assure you they have the best shakes and ice. Ream hands down eat here once a week.

Came back to Dyer's after 2+ years. Had remembered a great greasy burger and went with the Doc's choice. Sadly I was disappointed with my burger as it was burnt and dry ... Not the grease as I had remembered nor was it very good. Read a few of the reviews from the past year and some similar experiences. Thought I was going to get a great burger again but not this time. Hopefully others will have a better experience at this established historical burger joint. read more

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Ordered shakes to drink outside but they gave us plastic to go cups - killed the "experience" of the soda fountain - when I asked her about it she said to let her know next time. Ummmm if I wanted it to go I would have expected the plastic cup read more

Service was great. Onion rings very good. Got the chili cheeseburger are it was good however the chili needs more flavor. It's a little bland. Definitely will be back it's still a good spot read more

this place was fantastic. went here with my girl bestie who i'm in a relationship with and we got the fried pickles to split, i got the bacon burger and she got a grilled cheese and it was nothing short of perfect. this is the best burger in the memphis area. i'm not kidding. i don't take these things lightly. this is my third favorite burger, and i've eaten burgers in a lot of different places. its a cute little old fashioned diner with a small menu but a great vibe. the service was great and i can tell that even when its busier they keep on top of everything. its a little small but it's truly no issue because the seats were spacious and it didnt feel cramped. this was one of the best dining experiences i've had in memphis. read more

Dyer's Cafe - Bacon Burger. best burger in memphis. - American Near Me - Collierville, Tennessee

Wouldn't give 1 star but the app requires you choose at least one. Eat at the one on Beale street years ago and wasn't impressed. Thought i would try this one and give them a second chance. Walked in and all the servers were standing in the back talking. One of them finally acknowledged us and told us where to sit. 5 minutes passed and another couple come in and she told them where to sit ( right by us ) they both went to the restroom first then come to sit down with menus already waiting one them. We are still waiting for someone to give us menus at this time. Sit there for another 4-5 minutes and still no menus so we got up and walked out. The only time we were acknowledged was on the way out. one of the servers said have a nice day. 2 strikes and they wont get a chance for a third! I will go somewhere that want my business. read more

Today's food adventure takes us to Collierville for burgers, shakes, and fries. Dyer's has everything one could want as far as the small-town ambiance goes. This small, quaint cafe on the town square has amazing burgers, and my fries were hot, fresh, and looked to be hand cut. The one thing that kept me from giving 4 stars was the disappointing milkshake. It was thin and had very little flavor. Despite, I still recommend this spot for a really good burger. read more

We ordered fried catfish fillet dinners with fries and coleslaw. We also ordered a patty melt. The fillets were the smallest I've seen and there were only 3 in the dinner. They were not only small but overcooked. The fries were not good tasting and of an unpleasant texture. Hush puppies were smaller than a golf ball but just as hard and overcooked. Neither fries nor hush puppies tasted fresh but from frozen. The patty melt was good as were the onion rings we ordered with it. Much tastier options can be had of the less than tasteful options at competitors in this city. I won't be returning. read more

I finally broke down and tried this for lunch. I was totally surprised at how good it was. I'd always heard good things about it, but you never know. The burger was fresh and cooked perfectly, but I could feel my arteries clogging with each bite from the grease. The onion rings were amazing and I needed about 2 more orders of them. I'll definitely choose this spot for lunch more often. read more

We went back and had the catfish and it is good and not too hard. The fries are always good and hot.

Bottomline: Dyers burgers have been a Memphis staple for over 100 years. The Cafe on the old Collierville Square embodies everything you want in a old timey Burger Joint. From the 50s decor to the greasy Chili Cheese Fries to the triple patty burgers, Dyers Cafe is a must for burger purists. We moved to Collierville over a year ago and this was our first visit. Milk Shakes, Fried Pickles and Burgers were all consumed. We've since gone back multiple times. The service is always great and willing to accommodate our requests. If your wanting something simple with a touch of nostalgia or are a burger purist, it's hard to beat this place. read more

Dyer's Cafe in the square in Collierville is absolutely adorable! The food is delicious. Everything my family has ordered has been cooked perfectly and tastes so good. We love the decorations and appreciate the extra effort the owner has gone through to keep everyone safe and healthy during COVID. The best part though is the kindness of the staff. They are very attentive and work hard to make sure you have nice dining experience. read more

Dyer's Cafe - American Near Me - Collierville, Tennessee

Dyer's is as much a part of Memphis as Graceland or the Orpheum. I'm not gonna google the history, but they started out a long time ago. I think on Cleveland. I miss the one in Bartlett, but we have Asian Star now and they're cool. What makes Dyer's cool is that they cook this in an iron skillet in the beef fat which has never been replaced since day 1. They just strain it and keep adding to it. Maybe that's kinda gross, but it's good. It does have a unique flavor and it's got that little bit of crunch and lots of grease. The patties are small. I think 3 ounce, so you'll need a triple to get a half pound. I ordered a double and wanted a bit more. It's not an impressive burger by any means and it will not make a spot in my top ten favorite burger joints, but for that once in a while fast food burger with grease and Memphis history, you cannot beat it. P.S. The onion rings were home made and they were great. I was also happy with the price. Thanks Mark. I have a strict criteria for the style of burgers that I personally prefer, and for me, this type of burger does not fit it. I have my list posted in an article on the Memphis Talk feature of yelp. It's not a bad burger but there is no way I would say this is number 1 in the state. Good grief. Look at the burgers at Memphis Mojo and tell me that yours is better. There's no way. read more

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