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    Kooky Canuck

    4.0 (860 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    KOOKY CANUCK ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Ryan R.

    What an awesome time here the night of the college football national championship. Huge TVs by which to enjoy the game. Wonderful service team and bartender. I loved the vibe and upscale yet outdoorsy feel. The food was quite delish. Of course I'm a fan of the 34 oz Beale Street Berry Smash. Had a great time chatting with folks and enjoying the game.

    Pick Three Kooky Combo: Chicken Tenders, Fried Green Tomatoes, Cheese Bites. Old Bay Hot Honey Sauce
    Michael R.

    My wife and I were searching for a good Sports Bar to watch an NCAA March Madness game. We were staying at the Peabody Hotel in Downtown Memphis and discovered this venue was right across the street. We checked it out ahead of time, lots of TV's. Decent menu of options, and everyone seemed friendly. Upon return we found a couple seats at the bar, which we prefer, where we could watch our game. Mike the bartender was awesome, very friendly, made us feel at home. We ordered the Appetizer plater which was really good. The Old Bay Hot Honey Dip for the Chicken Tenders was a favorite. The food coming out for the people around us all looked good. We had a great time, and would definitely go back.

    Breaded cod, french fries, lemon and tartar sauce
    Shran J.

    As I was leaving work, I had a craving for fish and chips. There are a couple of places that serve fish and chips but this right here is my go to. You get two huge pieces of breaded cod, golden invaded perfection and the fries. Take up half the plate and they're not just crispy but they're flavorful they give you half half of a lemon instead of a small piece my only grape is more tartar sauce. Other than that this gets a 10 out of 10. Even on my off day, I would make the drive just for this!!

    foreground: poutine; in the back: fried green tomatoes w/ pimento
    Namie M.

    The food here is amazing. I haven't had poutine like this since being in Canada. Burger was great, as well, and the Canadian draft on tap was perfect with it all. My mom had the fried green tomatoes with pimento cheese - these are so good. We had a new server being trained and not only was she awesome, the person training her was, also - no water glass was empty for very long at all! The ambiance is really nice; it felt nicer than I expected even though I'd seen a lot of competitive eating videos that were done here. Will be back!

    Maple Bacon Burger
    Julie G.

    April was amazing at the bar ... love this bar area... huge TVs great place to watch some games and drink some bloodys

    Canada burger and cider.

    Best food I had while in Memphis! I cannot recommend this place enough. I came in between the lunch and the dinner rush around 2 PM. I got a 34 ounce cider and the Canadian burger. Staff was friendly. The food came out super quick and it was DELICIOUS. They also have bar seating.

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    Michael W.

    I was impressed from the time I first stepped through the door . I was greeted by a extremely enthusiastic hostess who was happy to see me. I ordered to go; so the hostess asked me to proceed to the bar. I ordered a chef salad, one pound of wings, cheese burger combo. Childs chicken meal and bread pudding. The food was served hot and seasoned. You definitely get your money's worth with the large portions served. The overall feel of the restaurant is very welcoming and relaxing. The only thing is you may have to park in a nearby garage because it's difficult to find free parking or parking on the street. Also add Premium Parking app on your phone.

    Cheese burger kids meal
    David P.

    This is such a fun place and I'm really glad I came and tried the challenge. I will be back to do it again just with the burger a little less done. It was a bit overcooked making it harder to chew. Next time medium or medium rare. My wife lived the salmon and the boys liked their chicken and burger as well. The poutine was my personal favorite as I love it when done right. The service was phenomenal and very friendly. I loved our server and had a great time. The ambiance is very fitting and made a Minnesotan feel very at home considering we're often confused as Canadian anyway ahh? :)

    Prime Rib Stroganoff

    Had the Prime Rib Stroganoff- was PERFECTION on a plate! DELICIOUS!!! Food was hot fresh and quick. Would go back again and again.

    Poutine Burger
    Julia B.

    Canadian spot- had been looking for a place with poutine! This place was walking distance from other great eat spots, lighting was dark but a big open space. Soda menu had ginger ale, surprisingly! We went for things with gravy and cheese curds. Poutine fries were loaded with Kraft Mac n Cheese, cheese curds, gravy... he got the poutine burger. Food was good but looked way better than the flavor unfortunately. The flavor was good, but didn't have anything that stuck out seasoning wise. It would be good for a picky eater. When we asked for our check we had an issue with an extra item added on our tab, but had it settled before we left.

    Memphis' Best Burger

    Epically good food!! We're always a fan of Canadian food, but most restaurants are kitschy, without having really good food. The Kooky Canuck is a wonderful restaurant with delicious food, wonderful service, and great vibes! Friday night was full, but we were able to be seated right away! We started with a Log House salad with house made Honey Mustard. It was so fresh, with crisp mixed greens, egg, a generous amount of shredded cheese, diced tomato and red onion! The dressing was so flavorful! Then we each ordered a burger - the Canadian and the Memphis Best! Both were incredible!! Well seasoned patties, delightful toppings, substantial but soft bun...and the fries were perfectly cooked and salted! It should have been too much food - especially accompanied by a 34oz Loonie Logger on tap and a sweet tea - but we managed to finish it all! It was the highlight of our trip to Memphis and I will be dreaming about it until we can return!

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    Amazing food... Amazing Service... Best Happy Hour in the city with the Best Bartender, Davif...

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    The food and service never disappoints. The amount of food will definitely have you full. The happy hour is also a must-have.

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    The service was friendly and on top of things. The restaurant was busy. We enjoyed the food, especially the Mac and cheese

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    Our server Rachel was super sweet and was very accommodating. She kept our drinks full and was very attentive.

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    Amazing burgers and fries. And have always had great service at the bar. My go-to dinner place when I'm in Memphis.

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    Ask the Community - Kooky Canuck

    Is there a party room to accommodate 30 people?

    Yes there is but semi-private,

    You offer any birthday specials?

    We offer a birthday avalanche on the menu which includes a photo.

    Do they take cash payments?

    Cash is King!

    Are they Wheelchair accessible?

    Both locations are wheelchair accessible.

    How is parking?

    There is no private parking. We usually just park in the lot right past kookys on the right. Costs $13 but there are also garages you can park in right there as well, not sure how much they cost.

    Is Sasquatch burger challenge still available?

    Yes, it's still on the menu. If you eat the whole burger in a certain time limit then the meal will be free and your picture will be taken and place on the wall of fame.

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    Sunrise Memphis

    Sunrise Memphis

    4.6
    (1.1k reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Driving from Oklahoma City to Maryland sounds absolutely insane (because it kind of is), so when we…read morefound ourselves passing through Memphis around lunchtime, I turned to my trusted Yelp experts to help us find a local gem. Sunrise Memphis did not disappoint. We stopped in around 12:30 p.m. on a Wednesday and didn't experience any crowds or much of a lunch rush. That being said, after eating here, I completely understand why people mention waiting hours on weekends. The ordering process is simple: walk up to the counter, place your order, grab a number, and seat yourself. I appreciated that they offer both breakfast and lunch all day because it meant we didn't have to choose between the two. I ordered the chicken tenders with tater tots and an Arnold Palmer. Everything was fresh, hot, and exactly the kind of comfort food you crave in the middle of a long road trip. Kyler ordered the Kitchen Sink, which came with eggs, bacon, hash browns, grits, and a biscuit. He asked if he could swap the cheesy grits and biscuit for biscuits and gravy, and they ended up bringing him everything anyway! It was a massive meal, but absolutely delicious. Beyond the food, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. I also loved the fun, eclectic atmosphere. The colorful Memphis touches throughout the restaurant gave it so much personality, and there was even a bar area that made me think this would be an absolute blast for brunch with friends. Sunrise Memphis ended up being one of our favorite surprises of the entire drive. If you're passing through town, do yourself a favor and stop here.

    You know when there's an arrow the entire length of the building saying line starts here, you're…read moreabout to have some good grub! A step inside at the same time the counter guy hollered back to let the cooks know a graduation was about to begin so "expect to be busy soon" confirmed that fact! You order at the counter and are given a number for your table and your food is delivered with a smile and some casual southern hospitality banter. This place is quirky with its decor but on point with the food. Get the bacon! Always get the bacon! I'm still dreaming about it! Be warned! We were told during busy times, the line stretches around the building for a steady 8hrs at a time! May the timing of your visit ever be in your favor!

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    Hen House

    Hen House

    4.3
    (207 reviews)
    9.1 mi
    $$

    Vibes- very cool, artsy location with dim lighting and an eclectic crowd…read moreDrinks- pretty & strong, but probably 8/10 on flavor Pasta- 10/10 probably hands down the best pasta I've had in a long while. Rich, well seasoned, and fresh Service was also awesome and there's a secret dessert menu our group really enjoyed!

    It pains me to have to leave this review. I came here once before several months ago and was very…read moreimpressed. I had a fantastic espresso martini and the best brussel sprouts I've ever tasted! So I was excited to come try something else. On the plus side, the bathroom was so nicely decorated. It was also very clean. I sat at the end of the bar, beside the little section of books. The bartender was nice. I ordered the Ember&Passion cocktail. Although it was pretty good, it was quite mild. Unexpected with the ingredients in it. I was surprised that the level of expected heat was not very detectable. I give it 7/10. When I came here before in the winter, the temperature was perfect and I don't remember being too bothered that they don't have cocktail napkins. But yesterday it was quite warm in the restaurant and not having these napkins wasn't good. Nobody in the restaurant had any type of napkin under any drink! I noticed that just like mine, every glass of water from every patron had a puddle of condensation under the glass. Each time I picked up my glass of water, it would drip onto my food and clothes. My two menus got so wet. I suppose they made this decision to save themselves a lot of money. As for the food: My parmesan truffle fries were excellent!! Hot, crispy on the outside and perfectly cooked in the middle. Best I've had in a long time. The Alabama white sauce on the side was just your typical sauce. It tasted just like every other Alabama white sauce that I've had so was not disappointing. But I actually ended up not using it because it was too thin and it didn't add anything to the fries. The fries were excellent enough on their own. I ordered my burger "pink" but there wasn't any pink to it, but I wasn't that bothered about it. Burger and the toppings were tasty, except for the fried green tomato. Looking closely at the picture, you can see that it was SO SMALL compared to the size of the burger. When a restaurant does that, don't they realize that it makes for a glaring disappointment?! It apparently came from near the end of the tomato, and not the middle. If you are going to offer a fried green tomato on a burger, then I feel as if you should only use the larger slices of the tomato, and save the smaller ends for maybe putting in salads. I've always been obsessed with fried green tomatoes. After having my first two bites of burger and still not reaching the tomato, I took it off to eat by itself. Sadly, it tasted terrible! I was surprised. Obviously, they didn't season the tomato or the batter. (Salt and pepper go a long way.) The burger toppings apparently made the tomato batter not only soggy, but also this strange thick texture. Like mushy and chewy at the same time. 1/10 Worst problem: FLIES!!! So many flies! When I just had my drink but no food yet, I noticed them but was not bombarded by them at that point. It wasn't until my food came. All of a sudden I was literally surrounded by them. They were everywhere! No exaggeration. I actually had to use only one hand to eat and the other hand to constantly move back and forth over my food. I eventually gave up and set the plate of some of my fries about 4 inches in front of my burger in order to hopefully draw the flies to the fries so that I could eat my burger. Unfortunately, after only four bites of my burger, when I set it down to take a drink of water, a fly landed on it within one second. Obviously, that was my last bite, and even when I was moving the plate closer to the end of the counter, two more flies landed on it. The glass of straws was inches from me. That, and the book closest to me seemed to be where they gathered to wait for their opportunity to dive bomb me. So many of them! It turned my stomach when I realized that I had been drinking from a straw with my water and I'm sure there had been flies on it before I got there. Every person that gets a straw in their drink at this restaurant has had a fly sitting on top of it. When the bartender told me about the desserts, it turned my stomach to think of just how many flies were in the kitchen. Had I known the fly situation was that bad when I first got my drink, I would have never stayed there, and I certainly would have never ordered food. I do think it is a real shame because the winter months are a totally different experience in that restaurant. But because of how horrible it was this time, I just can't ever come back.

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    Brother Juniper's

    Brother Juniper's

    4.5
    (1.4k reviews)
    6.4 mi
    $$

    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.

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    McEwen's Memphis

    McEwen's Memphis

    4.4
    (665 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    I really like this restaurant. We just happened to be hungry while shopping and found this place…read moreand it was great! The food, atmosphere, service, easy parking and friendly staff were all 5 out of 5.

    This place was very interesting to me. The look and vibe of it was very nice. It is a more upscale…read morerestaurant which is always nice for a special evening out. The food however was honestly meh (in my opinion). I got a creole dish and to be fair my dish looked beautiful. The plating was 10/10 but the taste for me left something to be desired. After eating this dish I questioned if I even like creole sauce because it really just wasn't that good. If this is a preference issue, I honestly don't know. I also thought the charcuterie appetizer had a weird mix of items on it from club crackers, to meat and cheese, and random veggies. Not bad but just kind of a weird mix. My husband ordered the salmon and he said it was good, not the best he's had but it was good. Other friends of ours got the white fish among the many other dishes. I did have a salad with these apples on it which was incredibly yummy. I will say though my dish looked amazing some of the other dishes were not plated well. Not to nitpick but to want to be considered a more upscale restaurant which means charging guest more money than say a local Applebee's then knowing how to appropriately garnish or drizzle sauce to elevate at plate is important (see my picture of the chicken dish). All and all not my favorite restaurant but definitely not the worst!!

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    Long week in Memphis, dining at one of my favorites!
    Long week in Memphis, dining at one of my favorites!
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