A&R Bar-B-Que

Prepare yourself for the best traditional Memphis-style ribs ever—flat-out sensational. The velvety, succulent meat at A&R simply glides away from... More

The Acorn

Andrew Michaels Italian Kitchen

Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen in Memphis uses limoncello in the filling, then adds chocolate chips... More

Bell Buckle Café

The food—smoked barbecue, vinegar slaw, and a fantastic coconut meringue pie—draws in even non-music lovers. I got an extra slice... More

Brushmark

...chef Wally Joe updates old Memphis favorites, such as a dessert so gluttonous—fried peanut butter sandwiches in a chunky banana... More

Cabana

The Capitol Grille

In their quest to stick to local ingredients year-round, chefs are turning to root cellars. Tyler Brown of... More

Central BBQ

Open since 2002, and full of students from nearby colleges, Central has a breezy, spring-break feel and outdoor deck seating... More

Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous

They’re not wet; they’re not dry. They’re “’Vous-style” ribs and they’re famous. Basted just before serving with a vinegar solution... More

Chez Philippe

Circa

Chef-owner John Bragg wants to evoke the swank of early-20th-century Paris with his restaurant... More

City House

Try the Margherita pie... More

Cozy Corner

Mention to locals that you’re heading to Cozy Corner for barbecued Cornish hen—rich and moist all the way through—and you’ll... More

Dyer's Burger

Encore Restaurant and Bar

Foothills Milling Company

Grace

The walls are pale green and cream, hung with loca... More

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

Even in the heart of bacon country, Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken is worth a detour .... More

Holland House

I missed Monday's bourbon-and-burger night (each one is half price). Still, I was perfectly happy with a Kelso Cola #2... More

Inn at Hunt Phelan