The New Best Fries in Memphis?
The New Best Fries in Memphis?
Look out, Young Ave. Deli - the Brass Door has only been open for a few weeks, but I think they're already trying to claim your "best fries in Memphis" honors.
Check out this paper cone full of tastiness that I got at the Brass Door:
The fries - excuse me, chips - are salty perfection. They're crispy on the outside and light and mushy in the middle. They're generously sprinkled with sea salt flakes, and they come with a side of curry dipping sauce. They're also good with ketchup. They'd probably be good with just about any dipping sauce. Or on their own. Whatever.
Behind the fries, you'll see a sandwich. It's a wee tiny Cuban and it was the "slider of the day" when I was there. The daily special comes served in sets of threes.
The Brass Door is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. - midnight-ish. The kitchen closes around 9 p.m.
If you stop by, be sure to explore the extremely pretty building (it used to house a tobacco shop). If there aren't any seats on the first floor, head up to the mezzanine or to the "Cavern" - aka, the basement - big room with a stage for live music.
Go There:
The Brass Door
152 Madison Ave
Memphis, TN 38103
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Jonathan McIntosh
I totally agree. Great flavor, texture, and the salt they use is special somehow.
Also - the Irish Breakfast... delicious.
August 18, 2011 5:18pm
Matthew Brown
A great place for a pint, with great food also-- how can you go wrong? The proprietor, Seamus is also a great guy. Good Luck to the Brass Door!
August 19, 2011 10:22am
Josh
Eat them with malt vinegar. They are certainly stiff downtown competition for the fries at Majestic.
August 19, 2011 10:42am
warning veggies!
It wasn't until the second time I ate them that my waiter told me (AFTER I ate them) they are cooked in duck fat and lard! I'm vegetarian. Oops. This should be stated on the menu. They are fantastic though =) Love The Brass Door!
August 19, 2011 11:31am
Jan
I agree; these are some of the best fries --- well, chips --- I've ever eaten. I've already been to the Brass Door three times since it opened. Nothing I've had there has been anything short of delicious!
August 21, 2011 10:58pm
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