B.B. King's Blues Club
Barbecue restaurant · Downtown ·

B.B. King's Blues Club

Barbecue restaurant · Downtown ·

Live music & Southern food classics in a brightly decorated listening room

live music
ribs
bbq
great food
great service
blues music
gumbo
catfish
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143 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103 Get directions

$20–30

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Usually a wait
Restroom
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Cozy

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143 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103 Get directions

+1 901 524 5464
bbkings.com
@bbkingsmemphis

$20–30 · Menu

Features

•Usually a wait
•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Cozy
•Trendy
•Family friendly

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Jan 30, 2026

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"Perhaps the most famous establishment in all of Memphis, the homes of blues music, B.B. King’s Blues Club continues to offer high-quality life music every evening with a booming sound system and towering stage. Tables and counter seats are littered about the two-floor club, offering plenty of views of the music acts, which change every evening. Surprisingly, the food is very solid, especially the gumbo, which offers a burly dark roux base, heavy spices, solid chunks of Andouille sausage, and a scoop of a plump rice to bring it all together. Other bites are well-made, too, including fried catfish and French fries. Don’t expect the food to wow you, but that’s not why you’re here anyway. The tunes are dance-worthy and plenty of fun, especially with a huge ice cream sundae to finish." - Jackie Gutierrez-Jones

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"A Memphis blues club where a meal provides a taste of local barbecue 'with a side of the blues'—live music of all sorts is regularly performed here, making it a lively stop for families with older kids." - Jill Krasny Jill Krasny Jill Krasny is a journalist based in New York. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Esquire, The Financial Times, and Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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B.B. King's Blues Club

Mario

Google
BB King’s Blues Club absolutely blew us away—this place is everything you want when you think of Memphis: incredible live music, unforgettable food, and top-tier service. Let’s start with the food. The King’s Meatloaf was hands-down the best meatloaf I’ve ever had. Rich, perfectly seasoned, and cooked to absolute perfection—you can immediately understand why they call it King’s Meatloaf. One bite and it lives up to the name. The salad was unbelievably fresh. It honestly tasted like the lettuce, tomatoes, and onions were picked straight from the farm that morning—crisp, clean, and full of flavor. And the cheese fries phenomenal. When you order cheese fries here, you actually get cheese fries. A generous amount of cheese melted all over the fries—no skimping, no shortcuts, just pure comfort food done right. Now for a special shout-out to Heaven, hands down the best waitress in Memphis. If you ever find yourself in Memphis, make sure to stop at this awesome place.

Jcj T.

Google
Food was great. We were able to hear some music when first arrived. Waitress started out doing well, then toward the end seemed to have forgot about us. Catfish sandwich, pulled pork tater tots, hush puppies and Mac cheese were all very good.

Oscar H.

Google
Just last week I had an incredible meal at B.B. King’s, and I’ve got to rave about their half chicken and rib plate. Absolutely phenomenal. The chicken was perfectly seasoned, tender, and juicy all the way through, and the ribs were fall-off-the-bone with that rich, smoky flavor you can only get from people who really know what they're doing in the kitchen. The portion was generous, the sides were spot-on, and the service matched the quality of the food—warm, upbeat, and fast. If you’re anywhere near the area, do yourself a favor and grab this plate. B.B. King’s nails the kind of soulful, satisfying BBQ that keeps you coming back. Highly recommended!

Traveling T.

Google
Wonderful atmosphere. Chicken fried chicken was so flavorful. Being from Louisiana we like our food seasoned and I didn't have any complaints. The mashed potatoes weren't to great in my opinion, I wondered were they powder bc something was off. The Mac and cheese was super cheesy and most people like that. I had an adult bevy called peach melody and it was fruit and sweet, exactly what I wanted. My husband said the ribs were perfect, flavorful and succulent. The baked beans were good. He had the hurricane adult bevy and as stated before we are from Louisiana, it wasn't like any Hurricane we have had. Definitely has room for improvement. Our waitress was great very personable and on top of it.

Kaycee G.

Google
The gumbo was fabulous and the BBQ sauce is def on point. There is a $10 cover charge when they have live music, but you can keep your receipt, leave and come back without paying again. Small price to pay for live entertainment for sure!

Peter A. M.

Google
Blues, Ribs and More !!! I had an amazing night at BB King's Blues Club in Memphis. The place was really rocking that night !! After wandering around Beale Street and stopping in quite a few places to listen to music and have a drink or two, I finally made it to my destination. The hostess, once I paid my cover charge, brought me right to the front of the stage, where I sat, met a few people, had a few more drinks and dinner. I started with a cup of succulent gumbo, and even though it was just a cup, it certainly hit the spot. For my main course, as you can imagine, I ordered a half-rack of delicious ribs. The ribs were fantastic, and the vibe and the music and all the people I met just added to the experience. There are quite a few great Blues venues on Beale Street, but BB King's is an iconic spot for food and music.

Syd G.

Google
Came here on a weekday with some coworkers. We were in town for about 5 hours and wanted to see Beale Street. The service was really good but it was the start of lunch and I think there was only two other tables sat. We ordered the fried okra as an appetite share but very disappointed in the portion size for almost $12. We each for about five pieces. Only enough for one person. I got the chicken and ribs platter. The chicken was really good but slightly dry in the middle. The ribs were good as well. Honestly just about an average score but not as good as we hoped for in Memphis.

How it is L.

Google
We had such a memorable evening at B.B. King's Blues Club in Memphis! I’ve always wanted to check out this legendary club and was excited to finally have a chance to go! It felt like an especially perfect time to be there since it was a celebration of 100 years for B.B. King! The vibe is electric, you can feel the energy in the place radiating! We showed up on a busy Friday night without reservations, and they managed to get us a table, which was a nice surprise. The music was phenomenal. Several musicians came on and played everything from blues to soulful jazz and even a bit of rock mixed in. The $10 cover was a great bargain for the quality of the performances. As for the southern food, it was a little too fried for me but the group I was with really enjoyed it. The fried okra was a good addition on the menu. The cocktails were creative and fun as well adding to the whole experience. Overall, this place is a must-visit for anyone who loves live music, comfort food, and a little bit of living history!
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Peter M.

Yelp
Blues, Ribs and More !!! I had an amazing night at BB King's Blues Club in Memphis. The place was really rocking that night !! After wandering around Beale Street and stopping in quite a few places to listen to music and have a drink or two, I finally made it to my destination. The hostess, once I paid my cover charge, brought me right to the front of the stage, where I sat, met a few people, had a few more drinks and dinner. I started with a cup of succulent gumbo, and even though it was just a cup, it certainly hit the spot. For my main course, as you can imagine, I ordered a half-rack of delicious ribs. The ribs were fantastic, and the vibe and the music and all the people I met just added to the experience. There are quite a few great Blues venues on Beale Street, but BB King's is an iconic spot for food and music.
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Syd G.

Yelp
Came here on a weekday with some coworkers. We were in town for about 5 hours and wanted to see Beale Street. The service was really good but it was the start of lunch and I think there was only two other tables sat. We ordered the fried okra as an appetite share but very disappointed in the portion size for almost $12. We each for about five pieces. Only enough for one person. I got the chicken and ribs platter. The chicken was really good but slightly dry in the middle. The ribs were good as well. Honestly just about an average score but not as good as we hoped for in Memphis.
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Minji K.

Yelp
Had such an amazing time exploring Beale Street! There were impressive street performers and lots of bars and shops. Known for being the birthplace of blues, inspiring musicians like BB King, we had to check out BB King Blues Club. They had lives music performed by the BB King All Stars, who were phenomenal, especially in how they engaged with their audience. They do collect a cover charge of $10 per person! I think Memphis style ribs beat out Texas style for me because of how smoky the flavor is. It instantly captivated me and the ribs were also so tender! They were served with coleslaw, which was just okay, and baked beans (slightly sweet and also not really too special in my opinion). It also came with a small dinner roll, so I made myself a little BBQ rib slider! The shrimp po boy was also a hit, served with crunchy tater tots (which had an up charge compared to the fries). The shrimp and tots were super crunchy and delicious. As for drinks, we got the BB King margarita, which was lemony and refreshing, and the peach cocktail, which was a bit too sweet for me. Our waiter was super friendly and overall we had a great time listening to the live music and enjoying our meal. The location is also right at the start of Beale Street, so it's super convenient and hard to miss!
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V B.

Yelp
Great for everything If you just want to eat or drink, grab a table outside if available and still hear the music and people watch with no cover charge Friendly efficient staff and great music
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Andrea U.

Yelp
Opened in 1991 on Beale Street this was the original open by he late blues legend. It stands out for its quality house band, high energy atmosphere & decent food. We got an outside table on the corner and started by sharing a disappointing andouille sausage & cheese platter and icy cold beer. We shared the awesome jambalaya pasta with chicken, shrimp, andouille sausage in a spicy tomato sauce. The music was good & loud the people were friendly.

Malinda D.

Yelp
Good cocktails, blues and the best Gumbo ever! This guy was absolutely incredible! Walked down the street to Find other lively venues and this place had the best vibe.
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Spencer H.

Yelp
If you want the New Orlean's feeling while visiting Memphis, then head to Beale Street! Instead of Charbroiled oysters and crawfish, it's BBQ and comfort food, but the atmosphere is almost identical. You can bar hop up and down the street, while listening to great music. My girl's dad is a piano/keyboard master, so when choosing a restaurant before heading to Ole Miss for the big game, what better place to eat and enjoy live music than B.B. King's Blues Club. He was in heaven! B.B. King's Blues Club is a two-level no frills music hall/restaurant, with a nice sized stage, and a good amount of seating. We sat upstairs in an area where I definitely had to duck because of the short ceilings, so if you're tall, make a note of that. Service was awesome, even with our rather large party. I was attempting to eat light but our server made sure I got the eight bones and not the four and I'm sure glad that she did. Those ribs were amazing! Everyone enjoyed their meals and now I see why Memphis is known for their BBQ!! The local band was great and played several of the familiar tunes that we know and love. If you're ever in Memphis, head to Beale Street and stop by BB King's, you'll have a great time like we did!!
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Nessa R.

Yelp
My 1000th review had to be special. While visiting the Home of the Blues we were able to venture to Beale St. My significant other did what he does best and researched the best restaurants in Memphis. His good deeds had us at B.B. King's Blues Club. The family was all up for going to B.B. King's too, as they had this in their things to do while also being first timers in Memphis. My sister was nice enough to pay $70 for us to get in. Thankfully she came early and paid the $10 per person fee. What I liked about this is that they didn't make the whole party be present before allowing them in. Good for us! Service: Our waitress was great even when things got busy, she made sure to come back around and check in frequently. Ambiance: B.B. Kings is a venue for the "Blues"! Music is available nightly and you will pay a cover, it's definitely a club. The restaurant is older and the area where we were seated was very low. Beware Tall people. Since it's a club atmosphere it's a place where you can dress casual but believe it or not, women in wedding dresses were at the Club! Let's Get Into It! My mom, dad, sister, aunt, and the significant other had ribs, they loved them! I had bbq chicken and loved it! The juices and coating were perfect! Nephew had chicken fried chicken and devoured it. We got white chocolate banana bread pudding to share and it did not disappoint! Drinks were a bit on the light side, could use better pours. Overall, family consensus, we enjoyed and would return!
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Brad S.

Yelp
For a Monday night in December the music was hot. Seven piece band that was worth the $10 cover. The lead singer was awesome!The night ended a bit early. Fifteen minutes before close the band was all wrapped up. Ten minutes before close and every stool not sat on was flipped up. Hospitality? Still, we enjoyed a beer, music, and white chocolate banana bread pudding. Solid 3.8 stars.
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Jay S.

Yelp
In terms of food, it was 3 out of 5, so a lot of emphasis was on the music. There were two bands that played throughout the afternoon towards midnight, with roughly 30 minute intermissions in between chunks of performances. Overall my partner and I enjoyed our time there, mainly because of the Memphis Soul Factory that offered phenomenal vocals. The drinks were sugary and I couldn't really taste the alcohol, which could be a plus or minus depending on what one is looking for. I was just looking for a good time so I was okay with such. The crawfish poppers didn't have the crawfish flavor, unfortunately, and relied on the sauce for such. The gumbo had a lot of black pepper in it which provided a good amount of flavor, and it was an interesting combo having it with crackers. Finally, the shrimp po boy contained a good amount of shrimp which was nice, and the fries side was fresh and tasted good. This establishment is probably one of the most well-known on Beale Street, and as much as it's a Blues club, we listened to a lot more R&B cover songs during our time there, so depending on the night, one may need to pick and choose depending on what type of music they're looking for.
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Santa C.

Yelp
Must visit if you are visiting Memphis. Most of the cocktails are $11.50 quite reasonable service was excellent. The ladies they were very friendly and helpful. The band was great. The food is good. $10 each person for cover charge.
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Locked L.

Yelp
This Is the spot to go to in Memphis great live music and food. You will feel the food and music in your soul.
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Alan N.

Yelp
Came on a Sunday at 5pm. Beale street was pretty dead. There were people walking around and in the stores, but for the most part, nobody was out hanging out on the street. But BB Kings was quite full with every table taken. So its a good thing it was quieter because it was easier for my friend and I to get a table. The music was fantastic! Great space to experience some blues music! Make sure to tip the musicians ! $10 cover per person - they take credit card. Fried okra was really good. The Memphis whiskey was great as well.
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Crystal D.

Yelp
I had such a great experience here. BB's was pretty busy although Beale St wasn't. We were able to get a seat and arrived in time to catch a wonderful blues trio. Note that there is a cover charge to help with the cost of the performance but it's minimal and worth it. The front desk and wait service staff were all friendly and welcoming. The restaurant is very spacious and has many levels for seating. The stage is central along a wall offering a good view no matter where you sit. We ordered a couple of cocktails of which names I have forgotten. They were okay tasting but strong. We ordered barbecue plates with different meats but the ribs were my favorite. They were tasty and very tender. I also really loved their macaroni and cheese and their coleslaw. Listening to live blues while dining is so amazing. I highly recommend checking this place out.
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Brad A.

Yelp
Our team was in town for a week and really enjoyed a great team dinner with live music the atmosphere was just fantastic! We had 2 lovely servers who took excellent care of each of our players meeting everyone's needs with a big smile and positive energy. Our water glasses were never empty and those enjoying a drink were all satisfied. As to my dinner, I saw the wings on someone else's plate when I walked in and they looked good so, I had two types of wings and they were delicious. They were not small little nibble the bone wings they were full meaty wings and perfectly seasoned both the dry rub and the buffalo sauce. All my athletes food looked great. I snagged a few of their nachos and I'd do those for sure again! If we're ever back in Memphis we're going back for sure.
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Kimberly D.

Yelp
The ambiance was excellant! The food was lip smacking delicious (the best we had on our trip there) and the service was spot on! Now I can't remember if that man's name was Ron or Don BUT I did take a photo with him. He was amazing and suggested very amazing things to drink and eat. We was so pleased with his service that my man asked him what bills he had due and the guy thought about it for a minute and told us. We gave him the money for it. He was so good to us and he deserved it. The live music was amazing. I loved it. The food outstanding I wish we would have gone back there Saturday night to have dinner. Next time I'm in Memphis this place is my go to spot.!!!
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Marty S.

Yelp
Hands down the best ribs I have ever had!!! Wasn't sure what to expect but super glad I walked in! You won't regret it.
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Rashid M.

Yelp
This was an awesome place to have dinner and listen to live music. The music was off the hook, and you could tell the the people eating here were really digging it. They played some really good blues and R&B. Food was good. I had the Fried Okra, which I couldn't stop eating (although I wish that they were more crispy). For my entree, I had the BB's Famous Lip Smacking Ribs. I thought they were excellent and the meat was truly falling off the bones. The side of beans were also very good. The restaurant is located right on Beale Street. It's pretty large, and we came prior to a snow storm, so it wasn't hard to find a table. I thought service was okay. Although the restaurant is pretty commercialized, as a tourist, I thought this was a cool place to listen to music and have some Memphis BBQ.
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Doug M.

Yelp
In Memphis for wife's birthday and had to visit the World Famous Beale Street...which is a must see stop for any music lover -- especially those of the Blues genre. The club is one of many on the street...but of course...BB is one of the "Three Kings" of Memphis (Elvis and Dr King being the others). The music performances are multiple every night...and the artists we heard were very good. The drinks were strong and reasonably priced. Unfortunately...the food was not great. My wife had the lemon pepper chicken wings...and I had the Tennessee Buffalo Chicken Sandwich. We both had trouble finishing our food...the reason being it was just way too salty. I am not sure if this was just a one off experience or if the chef just loves salt...but we both agreed the amount of salt in both meals was excessive to the point of not being able to eat. I am still giving this place 4 stars, however, as it is a super cool club and is an iconic spot on Beale...but maybe next time we will just go for the music and drinks!
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Christa M.

Yelp
Stopped by on a Friday for lunch on a road trip from TX to IN. Loved the live music. They have a very impressive stage. The lights were low, giving it a great bluesy ambiance. Was sat quickly and attended to regularly by our server. The ribs though... SO tender, SO juicy and packed with smoky goodness. My brother-in-law and I shared 4 rib bones and the pork loaded tots. We were in a meat coma when we left. 100% recommend this as a road trip stop.
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Eddie H.

Yelp
What a great time! We heard 2 fantastic bands perform. Me and my wife really enjoyed ourselves. The server was fantastic always came around. We liked the gumbo but the tater tots appetizer were soggy. I don't like the man in the bathroom expecting a tip every time I wash my hands. He was very polite but it was already too crowded in there. I would recommend coming here as the top place.
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Eda X.

Yelp
When in Memphis, you MUST check out BB King's Blues Club for the dose of live blues performance. This club oozes the sweat and love of blues, the authentic flavor of what black soul music down South. Cover charge is $10. Be prepared to be knocked the living winds out of you by the live band and singers here. They are full of soul and talent, enthusiasm and love for music. Come early for front seats to talented singers who use their powerful pipes to sing both classic and new tunes while enjoying finger-licking BBQ ribs. Pro tip is to order the BBQ sauce on the side so that you can control the BBQ on your own discretion. Great food, great music and overall a great evening spent on Beale Street. Highly recommend stopping by and sticking around the evening for rotating artists and bands.
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Kevin I.

Yelp
B.B. King's has the kind of live music that makes your feet tap before your fork hits the plate. The band was phenomenal--worth the trip alone. The food? Solid all around, with portions big enough to keep you satisfied and flavors that hit the right notes, even if the prices leaned a little high. My only gripe--and the reason this isn't five stars--is the **\$20 cover charge**. At these menu prices, the music should already be baked into the experience. Don't get me wrong: I'd happily pay to hear talent like that, but it felt like double-dipping. Overall, a great night out: lively atmosphere, delicious food, and music that's second to none. Just be ready for that extra \$20 on top.
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Daniela R.

Yelp
Absolutely loved it here! We were visiting from Houston, TX so we were looking to feel the authentic blues feel of Memphis and I'm just so happy we chose here! The food was so delicious with a lot if flavor and big portions. All the staff was very helpful and kind, felt the southern charm. The entertainment was surreal to witness, we had the pleasure of listening to 2 jazz/blue bands and really enjoyed both performances. We had such a great time! We came around 6:30/7pm and there was a $10 cover charge per person that goes toward the performers. I definitely had my fill of Memphis coming here and would recommend to anyone visiting!
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Corrie G.

Yelp
The shrimp and grits are TO DIE FOR!!! I've never had it the way they made it and it's delicious!!! I highly recommend! We sat upstairs and live music was about to come on- the house band was amazing- they are super talented and it was cool to hear them interact with the crowd while everyone was enjoying dinner and drinks. The vibe was chill and feel good, you can't help but tap or groove to the music in your seat! My boys loved the music and we knew all the songs. You don't have to like blues music to enjoy coming here! If you enjoy music, you'll enjoy the mood and entertainment! Plus people watching and seeing others enjoy the music and tap to the beat etc etc is awesome and you can't help but smile. As you leave you go through the gift shop where I got a $35 hat. :) Happy we stopped here along our cross country family trip! Thank you for good food, entertainment and service!
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Elvira K.

Yelp
We were just passing through Memphis on way home to Chicago from Austin Texas. Stopped here for dinner. The food was excellent. Better BBQ than we had in Texas. We were seated right next to the house band. Couldn't ask for better seats. The band was very good. Enjoyed the experience. Wish we could have stayed longer but had an early start in the morning so left after the first set. So sad.
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Lisa F.

Yelp
Just go for the music... not the food and not the service. The music is 5stars! The people at the door? Not very welcoming while taking your afternoon cover charge. Even though the place was empty, they didn't want to let us sit at a table until we really pressed them. The servers were just okay. The menu is touristy/boring/expensive- best to skip the food. So, just go for the music!
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Zoya K.

Yelp
This place was in one word, alive! Great music, good food and ambience. To start, the singers were fantastic! We ordered a few things to try. The chicken and waffles were yummy. There were two kinds of wings, dry rub and sauces. Both were good, but personally I preferred the dry rub. We also got the catfish and shrimp platter. Sadly, that was not nice as the fish smelled too fishy(which it shouldn't), and the shrimp were soggy. The chicken sandwich was also delicious. We will definitely be going back
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Lety T.

Yelp
The ambiance is amazing the waitress service is like no other and they have a variety of food to order very good food.
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Julie G.

Yelp
Food was delicious.. I got the marinated chicken breast sandwich and it was very flavorful I highly recommend... service was on point and they were busy .. I enjoyed sitting on the patio while listening to live music .. patio is amazing .. they were pumping out the tunes on a Friday afternoon

Adam F.

Yelp
Had the jambalaya pasta and grande nachos. You may think they seem pricey but the portions are just huge here. Great environment with the live music and interesting design, but don't expect to have much conversation while eating lol. Highly recommend! $10 cover charge isn't ideal but luckily we had tickets to the Grizzlies game so it got waived.
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Nyla W.

Yelp
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING ! came with my boyfriend and we both enjoyed the service, the live music , and the atmosphere. The catfish that i had was the best catfish ive had in my life. We would definitely go there again!!
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Mary D.

Yelp
Was on a road trip with my BFF had to stop by BB and try the food. Of course it did not disappoint. It was delicious point on salad was excellent and fresh as well as the ribs the mac & cheese and the coleslaw. Our server was the bartender and our server. She was excellent served everybody. Thank you. Nicki. She's the best Nikki.
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Cecile A.

Yelp
Really fun evening listening to some great bands while eating good bbqed chicken. Super friendly and efficient service. Seems to be the best spot on Beale St.
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Raul H.

Yelp
The ribs were amazing. The bar service even better. Michelle is unbelievable and very informative and not to mention beautiful. Thank you, baby King for a great lunch.
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Gidget D.

Yelp
I'm half way through a cross country road trip and have now eaten at many'go to ' paved, BBKINGs is easily the best so far. The meatloaf is unmatched and the band, especially the sax player, was great. Great service to top it off making it the perfect ending to the day
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Juliane D.

Yelp
Great service. Wild ambiance but the music was truly fantastic. We highly recommend the Pork bbq plate. It was enough for 2 of us to share. Finger liking good. The ribs melted off the bone. True Memphis BBQ!
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Dawn W.

Yelp
Speechless. Food was on point. My hubby grabbed the rack of ribs and roll, I had the bbq chicken dinner with Mac and cheese and beans gumbo to start and strawberry shortcake to finish off the most amazing Valentine's Day dinner. Our server was engaging and all smiles every time he walked by. Live entertainment made this packed club vibe until the sun came up. It was like a family reunion. 10/10 for me.
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Cole K.

Yelp
Visiting from NC on a Sunday. The restaurant was not busy. Our server Kay was the absolute best. She gave us suggestions based on our taste and preferences. The ribs are sooooooo goood. Wow! Best ribs I ever had. We had crispy fries and catfish bites as well as the delicious baked beans. If we ever come back to TN, this is the place we will go for lunch and dinner. We wish we could stay to listen to the band and continue eating. What an amazing restaurant. It's a very nice restaurant. Also, the bathrooms were very clean.
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Azalea C.

Yelp
A great nightcap for the evening. The live band was on point and played a decent variety of music.
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Darlene M.

Yelp
Great nostalgic atmosphere with blues music the ribs were amazing with the perfect blend of spices. Baked beans had a smoky taste delicious. coleslaw was excellent. Our drinks were very tasty Hurricane and Long island iced tea. Very friendly staff
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Scott L.

Yelp
Wasn't expecting good food. But the ribs were top notch. Very pleased with this spot for sure.
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Wes P.

Yelp
This place is amazing. The music is great. The atmosphere is fun and lively. The food is really good. Good enough for three visits in four days! Shrimp and grits are addictive. The pulled pork sandwich was the best I've ever had, but maybe could use a tad more sauce, which they happily bring. Don't worry about the side of sautéed vegetables being too healthy. They are sautéed in enough tasty fat goodness to make you want a plateful. The Tennessee Buffalo Chicken Sandwich was perfectly spicy and perfectly crisp. And I'm pretty sure those tater tots are tossed in crack because you can't stop eating them. I think we're going back again tonight.
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Kimberly F.

Yelp
Hands down THEE BEST soul food in Memphis! We had Gumbo, Fried catfish, meatloaf, ribs, Mac & Cheese and red beans. Everything had its own unique flavors. That explode in your mouth. Someone in that kitchen today is putting their whole soul into their cooking. The service was spectacular! Our waitress Zoe was so sweet and helped me navigate my Mom who was in a wheelchair to our table. She checked on us frequently and with a smile. Environment was bluesy and the lighting was perfect for the space. Thank you for the hospitality! Will stop by again when we're in town.
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Carolyn P.

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This is the place to eat and enjoy alittle music. We went during day so was not too busy. Service good and food really good.I ordered the tatertots dish and was surprised how much I enjoyed it. Very crisp with pork , cheese, bbq ! We will always eat here first choice. I'm sure everything on menu is good. Music was very good!
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Mike S.

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The BBQ was good but the music was way too loud. Two of us shared a dinner with pork ribs and grilled chicken with sides. It was very good and a lot of food. Unfortunately, the music was just too loud to relax and hang out. I mean ear-splitting. We left as soon as we ate. I was also disappointed in the bands. They were good but not much blues, more R&B and rock. We found better blues down true street.
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Whitney A.

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This was one of the highlights of our visit! There was a $10 entertainment fee per person but the band was great so I didn't complain. The wings were very flavorful and they were fresh. We had a larger group so we ordered a bunch of appetizers and food. I had the blackberry smash to drink and it was tasty but a little weak. Our best appetizer had to be either the wings or the fried okra. It was fried perfectly. I had fried fish, it was seasoned well. Do not get the Cole slaw, it was trash ready....no flavor at all. The bbq chicken was smoked really well and the Mac and cheese was really good for commercial Mac and cheese. I took one star off because our server had a very nasty disposition starting off but she did get better as time went on. The place was packed but if you have time try to check out the pics around the place which is hard with so many people. They also don't take reservations after 5:30 pm.
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Jami W.

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What a great time with entertainment and food!! I was told there would be a long wait but we were seated quickly. It was also raining and a Tuesday night. There was a $10 cover charge that mentioned it was for the band. We were seated upstairs with a great view of the restaurant and band. I will mention that it was quite loud but I didn't mind it as the music was very good! The waiter came for our drinks fairly quickly. I ordered the strong island tea and it was just that. For food I ordered crawfish bites and the nachos with pork. The place was packed and the food took a long time to come out. The waiter was also bartending and was slammed so I understood. He was very apologetic. Now the food was well worth the wait because it was all delicious! The crawfish bites had a lemon bite to them and the nachos were a large portion with plenty of cheese and meat. I ended up with food leftover to take home even after sharing. The music or should I say entertainment was on point! The vocals were amazing and the band was talented! We had a great time and I would definitely come back!
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Patricia A.

Yelp
Passing through Memphis and had to stop and check out the B.B. King's Blues Club. Walked down Beale Street and enjoyed the festive atmosphere with the music and people watching. Hands down we had to stop in at B.B. King's Club. $10.00 cover charge for the live bands that were playing. Cover charge goes towards the band fees, at least that's what we were told. Payed our cover and we were seated upstairs. Ordered SOUTHERN FRIED PLATTER Our marinated catfish and shrimp are cornmeal breaded, served golden and crispy with sweet onion hushpuppies, French fries, coleslaw, comeback sauce, cocktail sauce and lemon. Catfish and Shrimp 24.99 Fries and coleslaw were good. Catfish and shrimp were flavorful and well seasoned. I would have preferred it fried a bit longer for a golden brown crunchy texture. Overall it was pretty tasty. PULLED PORK PLATTER Our pork is dry rubbed and slow-cooked until it is fork tender. Pulled and topped with BB's BBQ sauce, served with baked beans and coleslaw $19.99 Beans and coleslaw were good. Pulled pork was cooked to perfection well seasoned and Hawaiian bread complemented it perfectly. Made some sliders with the pork and coleslaw and the did not disappoint. Really enjoyed our stop here and the food was good and filling. lol very bands were great to listen to and added a cool vibe to the place.