Blues City Cafe

Beale Street in Memphis is a tough one for food. It's all around the edges but within the road blocks, where all the lights are, it's a tough one! We found Blues City Cafe because the line outside of BB Kings was too long and it was too cold. So very thankful we did, it was amazing! I will forever crave those little paper wrapped tamales and chili and am kicking myself today for not getting a few orders to go!! The ribs are phenomenal, best we've had anywhere in a long time and BBQ is usually our go to. Steak fries, hot and crispy and a pork chop smokey and tender. Everything about our meal was top notch and our server Shaq made sure the entire experience was one to remember! We'll be back for sure, the tamales are calling my name! Oh, I left a little 3D print keychain, if you find it, let

We walked here from the crowne plaza hotel about a 15 min straight straight shot walk. We had the seafood stuffed mushrooms which were fantastic and we also had the chicken tenders with fries. The tenders were great but just a simple fried tender no seasoning or anything just simple. This was first time in and first meal while being here for a convention I was satisfied. I also had there coffee it was great.

The food here is over priced (I assume it’s due to the location) and overall was just “okay.” The steak honestly was really delicious. It was juicy and flavorful—hands down, the best thing we ordered. The catfish was just okay, though. It had a nice crunch, but lacked flavor. Chef Larry’s greens were mostly vinegar and not much other seasoning. Not worth an extra $8, for sure. No doubt this place gets packed since it’s directly on Beale Street, but there was no wait when we went. The service was on par and the staff was friendly, I just expected better quality at this price point.

This place was amazing!!! We love blues and good food!! The band was popping and the atmosphere was incredible!! I'm truly grateful we made the trip here!! It sucked to stand in the rain to get in but it was worth it. 👍🏾❤️

My ribs were good. Fell right off the bone, the catfish and baked beans were ok. My fries were good however I wish I had know they had season salt to go on them