Highest-rated restaurants in Memphis, according to Tripadvisor

With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.

What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Memphis using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.

Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven't been to yet.

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#30. Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (191 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 712 W Brookhaven Cir, Memphis, TN 38117-4504
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#29. Babalu

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (377 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2115 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104-6501
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#28. Seasons 52

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (352 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 6085 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119-4708
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#27. South of Beale Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (333 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 345 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103-4202
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#26. Huey's Midtown

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (304 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1927 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104-2623
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#25. Aldo's Pizza Pies - Downtown

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (608 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 100 S Main St Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38103-2972
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#24. Texas de Brazil

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (693 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, Brazilian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 150 Peabody Pl Ste 103, Memphis, TN 38103
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#23. Huey's Downtown

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,166 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 77 S 2nd St, Memphis, TN 38103-3011
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#22. Rizzos by Michael Patrick

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (223 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 492 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103-4443
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#21. The BBQ Shop

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (539 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Barbecue
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1782 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104-2642
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#20. Blues City Cafe

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (3,503 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 138 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3712
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#19. One & Only BBQ - Kirby Pkwy

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (393 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Barbecue
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1779 Kirby Pkwy #1a, Memphis, TN 38138-3666
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#18. Corky's BBQ

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,532 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Barbecue
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5259 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119-3513
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#17. The Beauty Shop Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (406 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 966 S Cooper St, Memphis, TN 38104-5611
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#16. Soul Fish Cafe - Poplar Avenue

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (204 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4720 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38117-4402
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#15. Lafayette's Music Room

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (322 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2119 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104-6501
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#14. B.B. King's Blues Club

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (4,253 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cajun & Creole
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 143 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3713
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#13. Marlowe's Ribs & Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,704 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Barbecue
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4381 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN 38116-6407
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#12. Paulette's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (902 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, International
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 50 Harbor Town Sq, Memphis, TN 38103-8918
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#11. The Soul Fish Cafe Inc

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (339 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 862 S Cooper St, Memphis, TN 38104
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#10. Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (902 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $
- Address: 730 S Mendenhall Rd, Memphis, TN 38117-5216
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#9. Majestic Grille

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,203 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Grill
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 145 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103-3615
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#8. McEwen's Memphis

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (652 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 120 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
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#7. Folk's Folly Prime Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (350 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 551 S Mendenhall Rd, Memphis, TN 38117-4217
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#6. Terrace At The River Inn

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (477 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 50 Harbor Town Sq, Memphis, TN 38103-8918
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#5. Brother Juniper's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (776 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3519 Walker Ave, Memphis, TN 38111-5917
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#4. Itta Bena

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (561 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cajun & Creole
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 145 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103-3713
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#3. Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (4,428 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $
- Address: 310 S Front St, Memphis, TN 38103-4112
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#2. Maciel's Tortas & Tacos

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (196 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, Latin
- Price: $
- Address: 45 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103-5101
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#1. Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,812 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 39 S Main St Southwest Corner of Main Street and Monroe Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103-5101
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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