Bluff City Coffee

Anytime I'm anywhere near Hardtimes Deli, I have to stop in for what I consider the best Turkey…read moreBacon Ranch sub in the city. The combination of freshly baked bread, smoked turkey, pickled avocado, and crispy bacon creates an incredible flavor in every bite. The atmosphere is just as enjoyable as the food. With its laid-back vibe and cozy seating, it's the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a great meal. Today, I paired my sandwich with Jalapeño Ranch Sea Salt chips, and to top it all off, I grabbed a Jarritos Pineapple soda--the perfect drink to complement an already amazing lunch. If you're looking for a delicious sandwich and a welcoming place to unwind, Hardtimes Deli is definitely worth a visit.

This place is fantastic. I have gotten sandwiches here a few times and they never disappoint. They…read moreare packed full of meat and toppings and many of the sandwiches put a unique spin on classics. The staff are always super welcoming. The only downside is the price, as spending ~$20 on a sandwich is never fun, but it seems like that's just about everywhere these days. However, if you're not that hungry, these sandwiches can be stretched to 2 meals to keep the cost down. A few of my favorites are the Turkey Bacon Ranch and the SSS Chopped Cheese. THEY ALSO HAVE CANNED GATORADE. IYKYK Being able to pop over to Slowdown Dry Goods next door while you wait for your food is a big plus. They always have some cool stuff to check out while you wait.

I took a pic of our sandwiches, potato salad and kimchi to send to my son in Dallas to brag that Memphis finally has a real Deli!

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Front Street Deli

4.4(53 reviews)

0.7 mi•Downtown

Fresh bread, pleasant location, outdoor seating available…read more The sandwhich maker is super kind and hospitable. The overall vibe is very chill. A nice stop to make on a pleasant afternoon where you want to walk and enjoy the river.

The owner was trying to close up to pick up his kids but couldn't let me leave empty handed. He…read morethrew together a Stone Hero for me and set me on my way. That sandwich was legit. Freshly baked bread, just enough ratio of ingredients to be filling but not excessive. Next time I'm In Memphis, I'll be be back! Hours listed aren't correct. He tries to close by 2:30 each day he's open.

Front counter

Candied Bacon BLT

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Front of store

Busters Butcher

4.6(20 reviews)

6.4 mi•Chickasaw Gardens

If it happens to be meal time whenever I'm in this area, I like to drop in to grab a bite to eat…read more My favorite to go item is their roast beef and cheddar sandwich. At $13.00 plus tax, it's priced similarly to any of the fast food sandwich shops. However, the quality and freshness of Buster's version is unsurpassed. I recommend this place and shall continue returning here for sandwiches and other foods.

Pretty decent spot to get some good cuts of meat. It's clean and the staff are very friendly and…read moreknowledgeable. It's lean and they carry lots of little offering and local pairings, pickles, olives, crackers and such. It's pricey but given the quality, it's about right. Have been a few times and I'm sure we will return.

Perfect!

Great honey and preserves

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Hot cocoa.

Elwood's Shack

4.5(1.2k reviews)

8.5 mi•Berclair

It is worth the stop if you are driving through Memphis TN or live there…read more Food - Excellent Service - Great Ambiance - NOT upscale BBQ is incredible, same with the fish tacos and the potato salad.

I was passing through and tried to find a place that would give me a taste of the local food scene…read more I was craving authentic Tennessee BBQ. I'm sure glad I made the choice to stop here! My sandwich was very good! $10 is pretty fair for what I got. I loved the sauce, the meat was also really good. The tater salad was AMAZING! I'd get a large of it everytime I eat there if this was a local place for me. The meal was a solid 9/10 If you're in Memphis and you want some good BBQ made with heart and soul, then you should try Elwood's. The only thing missing from my meal that would've completed it for me was some hot buttery cornbread. I'll certainly be back to try their ribs and other foods!

Self serve drink station (thank goodness for unsweetened tea, for a Northerner like me)

Texas Patty Melt

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Patty melt

Highland Super Submarine Sandwich Shop

4.3(121 reviews)

6.3 mi•Highland Heights

I'm in my 40's and I've been eating at the Chinese Sub Shop since college at their old location on…read moreHighland over by UofM. The food is outstanding. They make the sweet bread in-house and it's always fresh and delicious. They use fresh-sliced meats and have freshly chopped veggies. They're definitely one of the best sandwich shops in town and it's where locals like to eat. The couple who run the place are super friendly and always remember my order and chat me up when I go by. The restaurant is always clean and the food remains affordable for what you get.

I've been eating here since the old Highland location, back when ordering a sandwich almost felt…read morelike a negotiation. You'd walk in and say something like "Turkey sub, no mayo," and without missing a beat they'd hit you with, "Turkey sub come with mayo." No discussion. No customer-service script. Just blunt honesty. Honestly, that was part of the charm back then. What's funny is seeing how much they've softened over the years. The owners seem older now, calmer maybe, and genuinely kinder and more accommodating than I remember. Still quick, still efficient, but way more patient with customers than the old days. Feels like a neighborhood spot that grew up a little without losing its identity. The food is still what brings people back though. The bread has that same soft, slightly sweet flavor that nobody else in Memphis really does right. I got the Super Sub this time and it was exactly what I wanted -- fresh toppings, good balance, and one of those sandwiches that disappears faster than you expect. The chicken sub is still probably my favorite overall. Place was clean, service moved fast, and yeah... still cash only, which somehow feels completely on-brand at this point. Some things probably shouldn't change. Not every single person will "get" this place, and that's fine. But for a lot of Memphis people, this spot is tied to memories as much as sandwiches. Glad to see they're still going strong.

Dining

Super sub

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Super Sub on soft bread

Lucchesi's Beer Garden

4.5(48 reviews)

6.2 mi•Chickasaw Oaks

Delicious gyros and other sandwiches. They also come with Maui chips . Kinda hidden but worth the…read moregastro sensation that it holds inside .

I've been here a dozen times and I'm surprised that I've never written a review. The beer selection…read moreis superb and the food quality is amazing. I will warn you to stay away from the Triple H gyro if you have a low tolerance for heat. I had an unfortunate experience. Anyhow, the servers are attentive and knowledgeable. And I love their patio and bar for the relaxed atmosphere

7.7 mi•East Memphis Park - Cherry Gardens

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Ms B's Sub Shop

4.6(48 reviews)

Incredible food. Clean restaurant and the staff were so helpful. They even let us have samples…read morewhich helped my decision tremendously! Subs are made so good. And that chicken salad, OMG!

Good food! The ladies working there are friendly, very helpful and made me feel welcome.read more

6.9 mi•High Point Terrace

Worried about eating out and cleanliness with the virus situation? Ms Bonnie and her team are watching out for you!! Always.

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Cheffie's Cafe

4.0(199 reviews)

Nice concept ! It's a clean establishment with an open floor plan & plenty of natural lighting…read more There's also a lovely patio with plenty of outdoor seating. I got the build your own salad & my friend got the Kyoto salad. They give plenty of lettuce, but the protein serving was a bit scant for my liking. Definitely room for improvement there. The produce was fresh & I like that they chopped the salad. Service was good and fast. You place your order when you come in - subway style, then you seat yourself.

Yummy! We chose Cheffie's based innately reviews and are so glad we did. The sandwiches are really…read moregood!! I really loved that it is a local shop and not a chain. After placing our order we sat outside on the beautiful patio enjoying the day and good lunch.

Build Your Own Salad

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Kyoto Salad

Potbelly

3.9(72 reviews)

15.1 mi

Food is always good, the workers always get my order out quicker than most restaurants and the…read morestore is always clean.

Always good food. Always friendly service. Ambiance is nice as well. Nothing else to say.read more

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Mad Grocer

4.9(24 reviews)

2.8 mi•Med District

Stopped by for lunch Friday with friends. Wow! What a pleasant surprise. The sandwiches were too…read morenotch and plentiful. I had the shrimp po boy that was fried to perfection for me. The shrimp was seasoned with cajun flavors and chili pepper flakes then dipped in a tempura like batter and fried. The shrimp was paired with a soft but yet crunchy bread. The sandwich was topped with lettuce and tomatoes. It did not have a sauce but would have been even better with a spicy aioli. Very GREAT SANDWICH. My friend ordered The Madness that came with a variety of meats topped with lettuce and tomatoes with an onion marmalade. My other friend chose The Philly Cheese Steak. Looked really good. The restaurant/deli is located inside of the grocery store with the same name. The place is nice and organized with snacks, local sweets, drinks, wine etc. The deli has other wonderful options in the case as well. Service was great. The gal that took our sandwich order was so nice and friendly. This grocer is found in the Crosstown Concourse. We decided to eat outside of the grocery store at a table. I will return to try some other scrumptious sandwiches.

Giardiniera, Olive salad, some sort of tomato jam...This guy knows what he's doing. God bless you…read moresandwich artist.

Order and pick up

The M&M

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Sweet potato salad

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Kristopher G.

10 years ago

Absolutely fine spot to really have a cup of coffee and hang out or work. Pleasant decor, extremely pleasant staff, fairly great coffee and espresso beverages. The people working there were absolutely happy to have me sit around all day, sit on their comfy sofas, and use their quick wifi. They just have a little bit of food (mainly bagels and pastries) but what they do have is great. Plus they'll heat up your muffin for you. read more

Tyler F.

10 years ago

Frankie F.

151

10 years ago

Great coffee! Passing through. :) read more

Cynthia B.

16 years ago

Who needs Starbucks when you've got this friendly local place with tons of character? I love to go and pick up a newspaper and sit and drink my delicious latte and people watch. It's such a friendly environment. Great homemade pastries are an added bonus! read more

Happy F.

12 years ago

This is my favorite coffee shop. Coffee is good. I love the service, they remember your name and what you get. Sarah is the best!!!

Savannah W.

3 years ago

I work downtown and get my coffee and parfait here most mornings . Coffee is always perfect and they're so nice !

Jenn M.

365

9 years ago

Took 14 minutes to get a coffee. I realize each beverage is hand made but the manager was so rude. SKIP IT!

Art C.

Elite 26

310

2834

1980

9 years ago

Good coffee but bad pastries with a side of attitude... we wouldn't return.

Qbonnbon N.

13 years ago

Iced White Chocolate Mocha was Good!

Krista M.

14 years ago

Memphis, Best coffee shop

Pam B.

12 years ago

Good coffee and pastry

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