University of Memphis' Area guidebook
Food scene
Corky's has grown into a national brand. Get their ribs wet or dry for finger licking good BBQ.
28 locals recommend
Corky's Ribs & BBQ
5259 Poplar AveCorky's has grown into a national brand. Get their ribs wet or dry for finger licking good BBQ.
Central is a local favorite. If you don't want to wait on your pulled pork sandwich, their Summer Ave location nearly always has seating available.
20 locals recommend
Central BBQ - Summer
4375 Summer AveCentral is a local favorite. If you don't want to wait on your pulled pork sandwich, their Summer Ave location nearly always has seating available.
Always hopping with guests enjoying the traditional Mexican dishes with inexpensive prices and amazing chips.
24 locals recommend
Las Delicias
4002 Park AveAlways hopping with guests enjoying the traditional Mexican dishes with inexpensive prices and amazing chips.
This is my go-to sushi spot that serves high quality sushi rolls in a larger size than anywhere else in town.
6 locals recommend
Sakura Japanese Restaurant
2060 West StThis is my go-to sushi spot that serves high quality sushi rolls in a larger size than anywhere else in town.
An enduring institution in Memphis serving traditional Italian dishes.
8 locals recommend
Pete and Sam's
3886 Park AveAn enduring institution in Memphis serving traditional Italian dishes.
Legendary among sweet tooths, their blueberry cake donut or glazed cruller are my recommendation. Open 24 hours.
43 locals recommend
Gibson's Donuts
760 Mt Moriah RdLegendary among sweet tooths, their blueberry cake donut or glazed cruller are my recommendation. Open 24 hours.
Party pleaser and Memphis founded chain is the place to go when you need to feed an army.
47 locals recommend
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
730 S Mendenhall RdParty pleaser and Memphis founded chain is the place to go when you need to feed an army.
Neighborhood gem that has now been discovered by the entire city. Go early if you want to skip the wait.
75 locals recommend
Brother Juniper's
3519 Walker AveNeighborhood gem that has now been discovered by the entire city. Go early if you want to skip the wait.
The choice if you want something more upscale. Their seared tuna salad is my go to for a business lunch.
15 locals recommend
Char Restaurant
431 S Highland StThe choice if you want something more upscale. Their seared tuna salad is my go to for a business lunch.
Sightseeing
Their outdoor garden is especially stunning in the Spring, and hosts rotating art exhibitions as well. Free admission through 2024.
67 locals recommend
Dixon Gallery & Gardens
4339 Park AveTheir outdoor garden is especially stunning in the Spring, and hosts rotating art exhibitions as well. Free admission through 2024.
Graceland
This is Memphis' main tourist attraction.
Sun Studio
706 Union AveIf you're in Memphis for music, don't miss the iconic Sun Studio.
Memphis was in the center of the civil rights movement and this museum is a National destination.
319 locals recommend
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
450 Mulberry StMemphis was in the center of the civil rights movement and this museum is a National destination.
FedExForum
191 Beale StBasketball stadium where both the Grizzlies and the Tigers play.
Baseball and soccer stadium where you can catch a Redbirds game or a 901 FC match.
73 locals recommend
AutoZone Park
200 Union AveBaseball and soccer stadium where you can catch a Redbirds game or a 901 FC match.
This is Memphis' college football stadium famous for it's bowl game at New Year's.
21 locals recommend
Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium
335 S Hollywood StThis is Memphis' college football stadium famous for it's bowl game at New Year's.
Gyms and Exercise
High Point started in East TN, but this Memphis location is their best one yet. Lots of boulders and tall top rope walls, including a few climbs on the outside wall. Fun for all ages, and their auto belay system allow individual climbers to still practice on top rope climbs.
14 locals recommend
High Point Climbing and Fitness - Memphis
21 N Humphreys BlvdHigh Point started in East TN, but this Memphis location is their best one yet. Lots of boulders and tall top rope walls, including a few climbs on the outside wall. Fun for all ages, and their auto belay system allow individual climbers to still practice on top rope climbs.
Lovely lake with a great walking trail where you can exercise and enjoy the weather.
223 locals recommend
Shelby Farms Park
6903 Great View Dr NLovely lake with a great walking trail where you can exercise and enjoy the weather.