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Beautiful vibes, historic decor, delicious cocktails, and to top it off, soft piano playing while you enjoy. I finally made it over to the lobby bar and I can't wait to come back. Honestly it made me want to spend the night and I only had one cocktail. It's definitely a place where you can get a little dressed up for a fun night out or even stop by on a casual vibe. My cocktail was around $17-$18 which was to be expected. The servers were busy so their demeanor was mostly professional, which is fine. Can't wait to visit again!
Nice, peaceful ambiance on a snowy day. The duck master pale ale was delicious! If I'm ever in Memphis again, I'll be right back here to relax.
Immediately when you walk in you get that old money cozy hotel feeling, like you could sit here all night listening to the piano playing and watch all the people enjoying their lives. The lobby bar has an enormous amount of seating without feeling overwhelming. We immediately were able to get seats at the bar to peruse the cocktail menu and Amanda greeted us quickly. Our first round we had an old fashioned and the summer gin cocktail (seasonal) and added the duck floaties bc why not? The piano music and the whole atmosphere was honestly wonderful. We decided to stay for a second drink and watch all the people come and go for a little longer. My bf switched to a Manhattan for his second round and enjoyed that one a little more. If you want a good cocktail specifically a good martini this is definitely the place for you. Not too far off Beale but feels worlds away.
We enjoyed drinks in the Lobby Bar At The Peabody to kill some time before the duck march ceremony. The drinks came with a cute rubber duck in them, which was fun. We shared a lounge table with another couple as it was very busy right before 'duck time'. The waitress was a little stretched between tables. As for the Duck March... 'An overrated tourist trap' is how I would describe the Peabody Ducks experience! Still, it's a unique 'Memphis' experience and something us tourists must do! By the time we were finished with our drinks, we made our way to the balcony overlooking the lobby, where we squished in between other onlookers for an average view. After some pomp and circumstance favoring the small children seated near the elevator and fountain, the ducks marched out of the fountain and into the elevator, on their way up to their 'house' on the roof of the hotel. Afterwards, we made our way to the roof to see where the ducks live and for views over Memphis. All the elevators were pretty clogged after the ceremony, so it took us some time to get up there, at which point we only had a few minutes on the roof as it was going to be closing. The views are worth going up there. On retrospect, I wish we'd gone to the morning ceremony where the ducks march INTO the fountain and the light on the roof was better. If you're tight on time in Memphis, you could skip the duck march experience. We did however, enjoy our drinks at the lobby bar and generally wandering the hotel and gift shops. Helpful?
Amazing atmosphere with excellent service. Both bartenders were very knowledgeable and worked together to make sure we were taken care of. The hotel is absolutely gorgeous! I had the old fashioned and it was very good, my wife had the Lucille. Both were excellent. Great place to unwind and grab a drink!
A place to see ducks, and a place to be scene in the evening. Classic cocktails, and a LOT of Jack Daniel's. Energetic noise level.
The Peabody lobby bar is an easy, drop-in location with a relaxed vibe. My husband and I stopped in several times across the past few weeks, and each drink we had was solid. Above and beyond the drinks and the comfortable atmosphere, the service has been reliably attentive. Avoid the late afternoon duck march if you don't like crowds.
This is an absolutely charming spot to kick back and enjoy a drink or a snack. As the name suggests, it's smack in the middle of the hotel lobby which is gorgeous. There is an actual bar with a counter but you can sit at any of the many tables spread throughout the lobby. It's really more of a lounge than a bar and it's completely family friendly. Speaking of families, if you're interested in seeing the march of the Peabody ducks, you should grab a table about an hour before their forced marches (11:00 a.m. and 5 p.m.). The lobby will be filled with children during those times so grab a table on advance, if you can. They offer a few desserts here but primarily cocktails and they are well-made but pricey. You also get a complimentary snack tray with almonds and wasabi peas. Jack Daniels is featured prominently on the drink menu and they even offer a Jack Daniels flight (which I recommend). Don't forget to explore the gift shops and second floor of the hotel while you're there. It's a historic spot and very interesting. You can also go on the roof and check out the ducks' home. We came to the bar twice and our servers were excellent on both occasions. Highly recommended.
Nice place for a late night dessert. We shared the pecan pie. Nice presentation but pie was just okay. Beautiful setting.
What a beautiful place. I sat at the bar and made friends immediately! Ha! I had to get my little rubber ducky, so I had the signature drink. Wry good. I ordered two desserts. Key lime pie and chocolate Bomb. Key lime was ok. More whipped cream than filling. The chocolate bomb was fantastic. It had layers of cake crunch and chocolate. Will have that agin for sure.
This is the best little spot in Memphis to grab a fancy drink! In the lobby bar you can watch the ducks splash in the fountain while enjoying a nice drink and a snack. Most drinks are in the $8-15 range but they do offer more expensive full bottles of wine, champagne, and top shelf liquors. Patrons can sit at the bar or a table with a server. They do offer non-alcoholic drinks as well and kids are welcome to sit in the lobby bar with adults. They offer non-alcoholic mocktails, coffee/tea service, juice, and soft drinks.
The Lobby Bar at the Peabody offers ambiance that cannot be beat, but that's about the extent of it. I should add my visit was in March 2021, as we're still battling the pandemic. It seems like service is more unimpressive than ever, but it could be a result of being understaffed, overworked or just dealing with unappreciative costumers. I understand how taxing it can be. Last night we order drinks in the evening after waiting for (perhaps) 30 minutes. Our waitress did come by (someone else took our drink order and delivered them) to apologize for the wait. We were patient despite people sitting down long after us and being taken care of by other staff members. I appreciated the acknowledgment. The drinks (an adult hot chocolate and mint julep) were delicious. Today I decided to have a soda and hummus after checking out of my room. The waitress came by after about twenty minutes and brought me my soda after another twenty minutes, followed shortly by lack-luster hummus with no utensils. The pita bread was stale like it had been left out overnight. The waitress wasn't friendly, and I never saw her again, so I left my money on the table after waiting quite a while. Again: I suspect the pandemic has created a strain in hospitality as a whole (combined with my sheer bad luck?). Will I come here again? Of course I will! It's the Peabody lobby for Pete's sake. Hopefully I can update my review with a better experience once this dreaded pandemic is behind us.
I have had a lot of Old Fashioneds. Lots. We scored two seats at the bar in the lobby of the Peabody right after the 5:00 duck march. I regret not recalling our bartenders name, but he was fantastic (management if you are reading this he was serving at 5:00 on Friday June 24th). I ordered and Old Fashioned and he asked what whiskey I would like, I asked what he suggested, "Jack Daniels Peabody Select, it is a single barrel." I took his selection. He proceeded to make my wife and I the perfect Old Fashioned, muddled cherries and oranges to release all the flavors, but not turn them into mush, a double shot pour of the Peabody Select and a splash of soda. Once served your drink, you look around and you are in an beautiful, iconic hotel that takes you back in time. A great place to have a cocktail, and what a great cocktail it is.
5 months ago
What an atrocious experience. If I had not wanted to see the march of the ducks so badly, I would have left. As a first time visitor to Memphis, I was expecting this to be one of the highlights of my trip and it most assuredly was not. We walked into the bar area and instead of being greeted, we were screamed at to take a seat and that if we did not take a seat, we had to leave. This directive appeared to be from a manager, who we later saw walking around the lobby area. We had only arrived moments earlier and were just getting settled. There was no sign so we were unaware of this. I'm baffled that this could not have been stated kindly. A "Welcome, please take a seat as there is no standing during this time and we will bring over a menu shortly" would have been perfect. Our server was awful. We ordered drinks and she immediately closed my tab, even though I had not requested that it be closed. I knew right then I was going to order another drink. I understood that it was busy, but it took almost 20 minutes to get a second cocktail and another 10-15 for my whiskey pour, both of which were ordered after the duck march and after the crowd had dissipated. I ordered my whiskey on the rocks, which I often do, but have never had it served with SO many. Way to water down this proprietary spirit collaboration between the establishment and Jack Daniel's, which I had been very excited to try, but left me disappointed. Our server barely checked in with us. Looking at the current health score, I am surprised that we did not get sick here. I am unsure why we were treated so badly. I am not poor nor do I look poor and even if I was, that is no excuse for bad service. The bar is open to non-guests of the hotel, so if it was because I was not staying at the hotel that was a choice I made because I typically do not stay in hotels, with bath/shower combos, especially ones that were recently redone, so as much as I wanted to stay here that was an nonstarter. It is highly unlikely that I would ever consider returning in any capacity, despite wanting to try the spa, the bakery, and other restaurant and retail amenities in this hotel. It is shameful to have had such a déclassé experience in such an elegant establishment. read more
This is quintessential Memphis, and because of that, it's a must - and a pretty good must. It's a cool spot that is great for people watching, and it definitely has that old hotel in the South feel (though updated and more modern). The drinks don't really change but are unique enough, and they are pretty boozy without being so outrageously overpriced. Service is hit or miss but more hit than not. They even do bar snacks still. Overall, even as a current Memphian, we go here every now and then. read more
9 months ago
Beautiful vibes, historic decor, delicious cocktails, and to top it off, soft piano playing while you enjoy. I finally made it over to the lobby bar and I can't wait to come back. Honestly it made me want to spend the night and I only had one cocktail. It's definitely a place where you can get a little dressed up for a fun night out or even stop by on a casual vibe. My cocktail was around $17-$18 which was to be expected. The servers were busy so their demeanor was mostly professional, which is fine. Can't wait to visit again! read more
8 months ago
Nice, peaceful ambiance on a snowy day. The duck master pale ale was delicious! If I'm ever in Memphis again, I'll be right back here to relax. read more
Immediately when you walk in you get that old money cozy hotel feeling, like you could sit here all night listening to the piano playing and watch all the people enjoying their lives. The lobby bar has an enormous amount of seating without feeling overwhelming. We immediately were able to get seats at the bar to peruse the cocktail menu and Amanda greeted us quickly. Our first round we had an old fashioned and the summer gin cocktail (seasonal) and added the duck floaties bc why not? The piano music and the whole atmosphere was honestly wonderful. We decided to stay for a second drink and watch all the people come and go for a little longer. My bf switched to a Manhattan for his second round and enjoyed that one a little more. If you want a good cocktail specifically a good martini this is definitely the place for you. Not too far off Beale but feels worlds away. read more
2 years ago
We enjoyed drinks in the Lobby Bar At The Peabody to kill some time before the duck march ceremony. The drinks came with a cute rubber duck in them, which was fun. We shared a lounge table with another couple as it was very busy right before 'duck time'. The waitress was a little stretched between tables. As for the Duck March... 'An overrated tourist trap' is how I would describe the Peabody Ducks experience! Still, it's a unique 'Memphis' experience and something us tourists must do! By the time we were finished with our drinks, we made our way to the balcony overlooking the lobby, where we squished in between other onlookers for an average view. After some pomp and circumstance favoring the small children seated near the elevator and fountain, the ducks marched out of the fountain and into the elevator, on their way up to their 'house' on the roof of the hotel. Afterwards, we made our way to the roof to see where the ducks live and for views over Memphis. All the elevators were pretty clogged after the ceremony, so it took us some time to get up there, at which point we only had a few minutes on the roof as it was going to be closing. The views are worth going up there. On retrospect, I wish we'd gone to the morning ceremony where the ducks march INTO the fountain and the light on the roof was better. If you're tight on time in Memphis, you could skip the duck march experience. We did however, enjoy our drinks at the lobby bar and generally wandering the hotel and gift shops. Helpful? read more
Amazing atmosphere with excellent service. Both bartenders were very knowledgeable and worked together to make sure we were taken care of. The hotel is absolutely gorgeous! I had the old fashioned and it was very good, my wife had the Lucille. Both were excellent. Great place to unwind and grab a drink! read more
The Peabody lobby bar is an easy, drop-in location with a relaxed vibe. My husband and I stopped in several times across the past few weeks, and each drink we had was solid. Above and beyond the drinks and the comfortable atmosphere, the service has been reliably attentive. Avoid the late afternoon duck march if you don't like crowds. read more
This is an absolutely charming spot to kick back and enjoy a drink or a snack. As the name suggests, it's smack in the middle of the hotel lobby which is gorgeous. There is an actual bar with a counter but you can sit at any of the many tables spread throughout the lobby. It's really more of a lounge than a bar and it's completely family friendly. Speaking of families, if you're interested in seeing the march of the Peabody ducks, you should grab a table about an hour before their forced marches (11:00 a.m. and 5 p.m.). The lobby will be filled with children during those times so grab a table on advance, if you can. They offer a few desserts here but primarily cocktails and they are well-made but pricey. You also get a complimentary snack tray with almonds and wasabi peas. Jack Daniels is featured prominently on the drink menu and they even offer a Jack Daniels flight (which I recommend). Don't forget to explore the gift shops and second floor of the hotel while you're there. It's a historic spot and very interesting. You can also go on the roof and check out the ducks' home. We came to the bar twice and our servers were excellent on both occasions. Highly recommended. read more
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Scott B.
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3 years ago
Nice place for a late night dessert. We shared the pecan pie. Nice presentation but pie was just okay. Beautiful setting. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
What a beautiful place. I sat at the bar and made friends immediately! Ha! I had to get my little rubber ducky, so I had the signature drink. Wry good. I ordered two desserts. Key lime pie and chocolate Bomb. Key lime was ok. More whipped cream than filling. The chocolate bomb was fantastic. It had layers of cake crunch and chocolate. Will have that agin for sure. read more
5 years ago
This is the best little spot in Memphis to grab a fancy drink! In the lobby bar you can watch the ducks splash in the fountain while enjoying a nice drink and a snack. Most drinks are in the $8-15 range but they do offer more expensive full bottles of wine, champagne, and top shelf liquors. Patrons can sit at the bar or a table with a server. They do offer non-alcoholic drinks as well and kids are welcome to sit in the lobby bar with adults. They offer non-alcoholic mocktails, coffee/tea service, juice, and soft drinks. read more
The Lobby Bar at the Peabody offers ambiance that cannot be beat, but that's about the extent of it. I should add my visit was in March 2021, as we're still battling the pandemic. It seems like service is more unimpressive than ever, but it could be a result of being understaffed, overworked or just dealing with unappreciative costumers. I understand how taxing it can be. Last night we order drinks in the evening after waiting for (perhaps) 30 minutes. Our waitress did come by (someone else took our drink order and delivered them) to apologize for the wait. We were patient despite people sitting down long after us and being taken care of by other staff members. I appreciated the acknowledgment. The drinks (an adult hot chocolate and mint julep) were delicious. Today I decided to have a soda and hummus after checking out of my room. The waitress came by after about twenty minutes and brought me my soda after another twenty minutes, followed shortly by lack-luster hummus with no utensils. The pita bread was stale like it had been left out overnight. The waitress wasn't friendly, and I never saw her again, so I left my money on the table after waiting quite a while. Again: I suspect the pandemic has created a strain in hospitality as a whole (combined with my sheer bad luck?). Will I come here again? Of course I will! It's the Peabody lobby for Pete's sake. Hopefully I can update my review with a better experience once this dreaded pandemic is behind us. read more
4 years ago
I have had a lot of Old Fashioneds. Lots. We scored two seats at the bar in the lobby of the Peabody right after the 5:00 duck march. I regret not recalling our bartenders name, but he was fantastic (management if you are reading this he was serving at 5:00 on Friday June 24th). I ordered and Old Fashioned and he asked what whiskey I would like, I asked what he suggested, "Jack Daniels Peabody Select, it is a single barrel." I took his selection. He proceeded to make my wife and I the perfect Old Fashioned, muddled cherries and oranges to release all the flavors, but not turn them into mush, a double shot pour of the Peabody Select and a splash of soda. Once served your drink, you look around and you are in an beautiful, iconic hotel that takes you back in time. A great place to have a cocktail, and what a great cocktail it is. read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
We came to the famous Peabody to watch the duck parade! We were so glad the duck parade has returned to visitors/non hotel guests! We had a blast sipping yellow cocktails (mocktails as well), watching the duck parade & taking in the beauty of the hotel! The nuts on your table are a nice little snack to munch on while watching the duck parade! We also got to visit with the duck captain who stopped by our table to chat! Our server was great! The drinks may seem pricey but you get a cute mini duck as a souvenir if you order the signature cocktail & the drinks are large. We had such a lovely time relaxing at the lobby bar at this beautiful hotel! read more
I loved the whole experience of the lobby bar. The whole pomp and circumstance of the marching of the ducks is just delightful to see. Now to the bar itself, huge drink menu. I don't think I've ever been to a refined bar such as itself with such a large variety of mixed cocktails. In the menu is also housed all the delectable pastries that are available to nibble on while you sip and watch the ducks circle around the pond. Be sure to quack your drink up with a souvenir rubber ducky for just $2, it's a cute touch. read more
5 years ago
We went Saturday afternoon for the duck march. They to show up 30 minutes early, not if you want to see it. better get there earlier. keep in mind this was spring break week and st Patrick's week so maybe more busy than usual. $31 for a angry orchard and a whiskey on the rocks. the March starts at the fountain in the bar and goes to the elevators right across the hall. the duck master spoke by the fountain so we couldn't hear him at all. they need speakers. they did seat kids along the red carpet so they could see, but then you're separated from your child if you're not in the front room. made me nervous and they weren't my kids. the ducks go down the carpet to the elevator. kind 9f cool to watch, but a good money maker for the bar. took awhile to get our drinks as it was already busy by the time we got there. we were there at 4 for the 5 March. be ready in the hall way in order to get front row standing. Lots of youngsters. there is a room with memorabilia on the second floor. the hotel us beautiful. read more
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4 years ago
You've gotta see the ducks!! Get to the Lobby Bar early for a prime seat to the Duck March. The bar offers a wide array of drinks, so you're sure to find something you like. I chose a glass of champagne and going for the whole tourist experience, added in a rubber ducky... not necessary but totally adorable and Instagramable. The bartenders were friendly and attentive. Even though they were very busy, they were sure to get to everyone as quickly as possible. This is a MUST when visiting Memphis... you won't be disappointed. read more
7 years ago
The lobby bar is a must visit if you are in Memphis. Make sure to arrive at least 30 minutes early so that you can get a seat with a view of the red carpet for the duck march. Don't blink or you will miss them. Those little ducks have places to go and food to eat. They come down at 11 AM and go home at 5 PM daily. The duckmaster is also a delight. The dessert tray is spectacular! The St Jude Dream is worth the calories and part of the proceeds go to the foundation. The lobby bar is comfortable and well appointed. Grab a drink and enjoy a break from walking in Memphis. read more
9 years ago
This is a beautiful bar located in The Peabody hotel. My husband and I spent about 2 and half hours at this bar. We enjoyed the drinks and scenery. The reason we were here so long was of course to see the ducks. It was definitely worth it. We got a perfect seat at the bar right in front of the fountain. We watched the ducks swim until the Duck Master finally came out with the red carpet to escort them to the elevator. It's quite a little show. Much bigger than I expected. They do a great job preventing people from standing around the fountain and obstructing the view of those sitting, so if you think you're going to show up late and just stand to watch the ducks, not a chance. Coming early, about an hour at least is worth it. Paying the high price for the drinks to have a great seat to see the ducks is also worth it. The drink menu is huge and anything not listed they can pretty much make as well. It helped that we had an awesome bartender as well. read more
It's so beautiful here. Especially when it's decorated for Christmas. I spent more time here than I probably should have. Tired the night we arrived, it was still bustling at 11 PM. I had a nightcap and the cutest complementary tray of bar snacks. So old time elegant all around. Headed down in the morning to secure seating for the duck parade, and had a Chocolate Covered Berry coffee drink that was to die for. Lovely sipping...so good I ordered a second before my son showed up with a bottle of champagne. His girlfriend tried it and said "so good but so rich you couldn't drink two." LOL...I just did. Probably won't stay here again cause of the rooms, but I'll stay somewhere else in downtown Memphis and spend time here. Lots and lots of time here. read more
7 years ago
Absolutely our favorite spot in Memphis!! The Peabody lobby is the perfect place for cocktails, relaxing and people watching in Memphis not to mention the Duck March! We recently indulged in the Jack Daniels Punch Bowl and it was PHENOMENAL!! We truly can't wait for our next visit to Memphis so that we can stay at the Peabody and enjoy the Lobby Bar again!! Thank you Peabody Memphis!! read more
I don't often use the phrase, "pomp and circumstance," but there certainly is a lot surrounding these ducks. Over an hour before they march up and down the red carpet, folks gather in and around the lobby and up on the mezzanine to secure a decent vantage point to watch these fowl birds do their thing. It is extremely anti-climactic. It's a few ducks walking in a line. I almost feel bad that I elbowed a septuagenarian in the face in order to snap a better photo, but believe me, she had it coming. Anyway, aside from the ducks, this hotel is amazing. It's obviously gorgeous (the centerpiece of the fountain is stunning), but it's also got so much history, so many good stories behind it, and tons of cool artifacts displayed around the area. While everyone is waiting on the ducks, wander around the mezzanine and check out the house phones, that cash register in the case, the art, the piano, and everything else. If you like old stuff, you won't be disappointed. read more
The Peabody should be on anyone's must-try list for Memphis. And even if you don't get the opportunity to stay in the hotel, you need to check out the Lobby Bar and the Corner Bar. My fiance and I went to the Lobby Bar just looking for a casual but classy atmosphere for great cocktails, and that's exact what we found. We ordered the pineapple martini and the G&Tea. Both were terrific cocktails with great balance and taste. Aside from the drinks, it's really the atmosphere that we loved most- being in a classy environment, but being able to just chill on one of the couches and people watch, take in the architecture, and listen to the piano man. I'd definitely recommend checking them out, and we'll be back again soon. read more
If you're not staying at the Peabody, it's worth grabbing drinks at the Lobby Bar to experience everything this incredible hotel offers. Plus, the famous fountain sits right in the middle of the bar! They have fun, delicious drinks here, and plenty of choice on the menu for whiskey drinkers and wine lovers alike. Many of their cocktails have interesting descriptions about their history, both at the hotel and in general. I had a Tom Collins, which was SO good I had to order a second. It was an adult lemonade (and I think I found my new favorite mixed drink). My friend had the blueberry mojito, which was gorgeous with fresh mint and blueberries, and she loved hers as well. They also have some fabulous desserts here. My friend ordered a chocolate mousse, and the waiter brought me one as well- that was so nice and the main reason I'm giving this place five stars. They were rich and delicious- not to mention gorgeous to look at! read more
8 years ago
Wife and I walked here from our downtown hotel just to see and have a drink. We were not there at "duck parade" time, but it was well worth the walk and the time! I had a martini and she had a glass of wine, but it is just a great place to sit and enjoy the ambience of this historic place. Our server was nice and efficient. I highly recommend! read more
8 years ago
Overpriced and overly sweet drinks. Ordered two Peabody Mint Juleps and they were way too sweet. $30 for two drinks ... ouch. The ambiance is very nice and the hotel looks equally as nice. read more
6 years ago
Delicious drinks and beautiful, romantic atmosphere. They will add a duck to any drink for $2! It makes as a great little souvenir. read more
4 years ago
If you are in Memphis, you must check out the Peabody. The ducks do their march twice a day and people gather to watch it regardless of day or time it happens. Ask anyone locally and they can direct you here. Their drinks and food are not cheap so it is a treat. We did their champagne brunch and it was very good food...definitely worth the price if you are hungry and want to endulge in a few mimosas. They had a vast array of breakfast and lunch items and their desserts were too good to resist....good thing we were walking around afterwards...had to burn some of those calories! The decor in the Peabody is first class and it should definitely be a place on your to do list while in Memphis. read more
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