Patio Pivot: Eight New Patios To Enjoy In Memphis

Could patio dining in Memphis be more popular? I didn't think so, but it's happened! People eager to spread out and stay outdoors during the pandemic have taken it to another level. Restaurants are pivoting to more patio seating, more space between tables, and all kinds of innovative ways to make diners comfortable. Pro tips: Due to limited space, most restaurants require reservations. Tip well.

Wiseacre's Second Brewery And Taproom In Downtown Memphis

The Bartosch brothers and their team have tirelessly brought creativity and quality to the craft beer scene in Memphis since they started in 2013, and their downtown taproom takes this to the next level. Wiseacre Downtown opened in 2020 at the corner of Vance and BB King Boulevard, and the whole place is decked out—outside and inside—with creative and fun art. The new brewery in South Main is much bigger than their original Broad Avenue location, to keep up with t

Try Breakfast or Lunch In Binghampton At Inspire Community Cafe

Ed. Note: Contributor Veena has the latest on Binghampton's newest restaurant, Inspire Community Cafe, which opened in January 2019. All photos by Veena unless otherwise noted. As of November 2020, Inspire Community Cafe is open for socially-distanced dine-in and patio dining for Saturday brunch (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.) and Sunday brunch (11 a.m. - 3 p.m.). They also offer takeout family meals for pre-order.

Try Downtown Memphis' Best Restaurants At Downtown Dining Week 2025

Little Bettie food stand at Wseacre Brewery.

Downtown Dining Week 2025 is nearly here! From November 3-9, 2025, more than 50 downtown Memphis restaurants invite you to dine with them. Let's support local this year and try some new spots while we're at it.

Keep reading to see what each restaurant will offer for a special. Not all have officially announced but we have included which ones have. We'll continue to update this blog as restaurants share their menus.