Where To Get Mocktails In Memphis

Here's a list of good restaurants and bars serving thoughtful zero proof beverages. There are plenty of others, but this is a good starting point!

Gone are the days where restaurants unveil a few options of spirit-free cocktails for Dry January. Now, mocktails are a staple on many menus year-round and we're glad for it.

If we missed a good spot, please share it in our comments section!

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But first! Be sure to participate IN THE ChampionSip Mocktail competition!

Edible Memphis is doing their annual ChampionSip Mocktail competition again this year to highlight some of the best mocktail options in the city. Sixteen mocktails in 31 days! Last year, the top honors went to Hen House. Who will win in 2025? You can help decide!

How to join in the fun:

Check out the list of participating establishments and their highlighted mocktails
Then go out and try them all. You could win a $150 gift card to the participating restaurant/bar of your choice!
Stay tuned for voting on the @ediblememphis Instagram starting January 17

Where to Get Mocktails in Memphis

1. Cameo Bar, Midtown

We did a call out asking people for their favorite places to get a mocktail and Cameo had the most mentions by far. It's no surprise that this cocktail-driven bar would excel in the spirit-free options too. Not only do they have a yearly spirit-free section, they also offer a list of low-proof cocktails for those who find themselves more in-between.

We're ordering first: No Aim. No Direction. Just Pure Zoom. -- A fancy name for a n/an espresso martini.

2. Bari Ristoranti, Midtown

Another highly praised location for mocktails. Enjoy one of their spirit-free options while indulging in their tasty pasta dishes. We also love that they're doing a "mocktail of the day." One was a fun matcha green tea lemonade tonic recently so you can count on being surprised!

We're ordering first: The Apollo Sprtiz (part of the ChampionShip Mocktail Competition!)

3. Amelia Gene's, Downtown

This stunning fine dining restaurant is known for its chic interior, cheese cart, and stellar menu items but their cocktails have also made a name for themselves! They have a great bar for easy pop-ins or a lounge area. Currently, they have four spirit free cocktails on the menu to choose from.

We're ordering first: The Forge: black tea, pomegranate, lemon, and umami shrub (also part of the ChampionSip competition, we recently tried this and it's a masterfully well made mocktail perfect for those that like a smoked cocktail)

4. Cocozza, Harbor Town

Another great spot to slurp down pasta dishes and more with mocktail options. This cozy spot in Harbor Town has two spirit-free options on their menu.

We're ordering first: We love Cocozza's spritzers so we have to go with the Basil lemon spritzer: lemon juice, q soda, basil, simple syrup

5. Good Fortune Co., South Main

Specializing in made from scratch noodles and dumplings, Good Fortune Co. is also known for their zero-proof options. Currently, the menu has three different options to choose from which reflect their Asian-influenced menu.

We're ordering first: Sailor Saturn: essentially a zero-proof Ube martini

6. Ecco, Midtown

For another great spot with a variety of flavors and mocktails, head to the Evergreen neighborhood to Ecco. This new American bistro restaurant has four spirit-free cocktails to choose from.

We're ordering first: As Told By Ginger: seedlip spice, spiced grapefruit syrup, lime, and Q Tropical ginger beer.

7. Memphis Chess Club, Downtown

Memphis Chess Club isn't limited to its perception as a coffee shop. Really, it's much more than that with lunch and dinner options and you may be extremely surprised to discover their vast cocktail list. They have 15(!) highlighted mocktail options on their menu with most costing between $5-$7.

We're ordering first: Apple Tiny

8. Mary's B.O.T.E, Midtown

This tiki bar, owned by the same incredible team at Cameo (so you know the drinks are good!), are participating in the ChampionShip this year too for the first time since opening. We love this as an option because you can sip your mocktail from one of their fun tiki themed glasses.

We're ordering first: Clear Skies Ahead: non-alcoholic Dark Cane spirit, Lyre's non-alcoholic Italian orange bitter, spiced pineapple, vanilla shrub, macadamia orgeat, and lime

9. Belle Meade Social, East Memphis

Another newee restaurant on this list and one that was quick to be inclusive with their drink options. Belle Meade Social offers five alcohol-free options.

We're ordering first: Not Your Mama's Mule: cucumber mint syrup, lime, ginger ale

10. El Mero Taco, East Memphis

If you're missing margarita nights, don't fret! El Mero Taco makes it easy to stick with zero-proof with four mocktail options. Two include zero-proof tequila to itch those cravings.

We're ordering first: Passion Ardiente, zero proof tequila, passion fruit, smoked habanero, and lemon.

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Hello! I'm Jalyn Souchek, the Director of Content for I Love Memphis Blog! I love calling the 901 home. When I'm not running the blog you can find me cheering on the Grizzlies, at a concert, exploring a new restaurant or kicking back at one of our breweries. I hope you'll love experiencing Memphis with me.

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