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“The best meal on Beale!”
Enjoy the best meal and entertainment on Beale Street at the world famous Blues City Cafe at 138 Beale. Blues City Cafe opened in March of 1991 under the name of "Doe's Eat Place". Doe's was originated in Greenville Mississippi by owners Charles and Dominic (Doe) Signa. George Eldridge was brought in as the owner in Memphis and ran Doe's for 2 years during a push for business in downtown Memphis, particularly Beale Street. In the early 90's, Blues City Cafe developed a menu and consistent items that would work for the Memphis and Beale Street locals, tourists, etc. Ribs became the focal point, as they are today, and other items were added over the years, such as our steaks, catfish and tamales. In October of 1993, investors bought Doe's and changed the name to Blues City Cafe. Many of the same faces that were with Doe's in the early 90's remain at Blues City Cafe today. Ty Agee and Jerry Bean for example, their consistency and constant drive to better our food quality and speed of service have made Blues City Cafe what it is today, The #1 business at the #1 tourist attraction in Tennessee. Over the years we have had many special musical guests in our music venue at Blues City Cafe called the Band Box.
First of all, you need to ignore anyone who tells you to get ribs anywhere other than here. I have tried them all and no one comes close to this little hole in the wall. The food is amazing, the... Read more
If you asked me yesterday, I would have said I don't like ribs. Turns out I just haven't had good ones! I cleaned the ribs at Blues City Cafe and wanted more! Their restaurant has fun colorful... Read more
If you are looking for delicious BBQ ribs this is your place! Rapid and friendly service! Tip try the blues city Café seasoning on your boiled potatoes! Also, give the apple dumpling a... Read more
Blues City Cafe
Hours
- Sun - Thu: 11:00 am - 1:00 am
- Fri, Sat: 11:00 am - 3:00 am
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Credit Cards Accepted
- Reservations
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Bar
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Private Dining
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Outdoor Seating
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