The atmosphere was grand, parked along the side of the restaurant. Food came out fast, there wasn't a huge choice of food to choose from. However, I ordered baked fish. The very tasty sauce that came with it was absolutely needed. Great first time experience, great for a bar experience. Mediocre overall. read more

Probably the best po-boys you can get in Memphis. There are many other things on the lunch menu that are great, and for the money, it's even better. You can get a great lunch for $12-15. Highly recommended. I wish they were open more often during the week! read more

Funky menu. I like the uniqueness of this place and enjoy myself everytime I go. The food is cooked properly and the quality is impressive. These areas deserve 5 stars. Reason for 4 stars, the menu seems small. Give me some more options, please. read more

Great place. I'm not one to hold back when I'm exploring during work trips. No exception here. The poboys were tempting, so I ordered 2! I went with the shrimp poboy and a side of the cheesy grits, then the roast beef poboy with a side of fries. Downside was the cheesy grits. Good corn flavor but otherwise extremely bland. Even the cheese didn't pop much. The fries were fresh and crispy, verging on crunchy. A little more over cooked then I prefer (I like some softer fries too), but that's my preference. Tasted great. The poboys, I'm not sure what to say. The shrimp was very fresh tasting, great shrimp and not too many additions/condiments. The roast beef was juicy, tender, and the roll just got that little bit of soft from the gravy that was perfect. Honestly, I couldn't pick which was my favorite. I staggered eating each half of each and they complimented so well. Crunch seafood and tender beef. I made room for dessert... bread pudding. Very tasty as well. A large portion, warm, and delicious. read more

I believe the first step to treating an addiction is publicly acknowledging it as an overriding obsession and The Second Line's barbecue shrimp about meets that criteria. The sauce is unforgettably complex and incredible to the point that we would not let the wait staff remove it until it transformed itself from shrimp sauce to a po boy dipping option! It has oyster juice, shrimp stock, Worcestershire sauce, butter and pepper making for a decadent option.. The environment is festive with a New Orleans vibe to it. Staff is attentive and quirky at times, but service is efficient. The Second Line's bread is shipped in from New Orleans and this small effort makes a huge and authentic impression. All of the sides we tried from the red beans and rice to spinach madeline were healthy portions and delicious. It was great to see Owner and Chef Kelly English a consistent presence in the restaurant checking on various tables and clients. We thoroughly enjoyed our fried catfish po boy and one made from chicken thighs. A second line band may follow the main band, but not in this case. At The Second Line, the food is the star! Overall fun atmosphere, excellent food and many reasons to keep going back! Sally read more

Exactly what I hoped for! The loaded cheese fries are the best thing ever. The waiter was very helpful on our first visit and walked us through the menu. read more

My friends have raved about the patio here and about how good the food was. I was so excited that I arranged my birthday party here. First off, this place is NOT good for large groups and they are NOT afraid to tell you so. They don't take reservations, so planning for a large group really isn't feasible. My dinner was on a Monday, and I called a week ahead and then again on that day, and the hostess was trying to deter me from even coming it seemed. We all showed up and they made it happen, but damn, I felt like a bother up front. Food was excellent! Everyone seemed to be happy. The Pimento Cheese fries and the shrimp appetizers were especially delish! However, I can't bump up the stars because the portions are rather small and their prices rather high. Overall, it was a good experience, but it didn't leave a lasting impression.... read more

The pimento cheese fries alone give this place 5 stars in my mind. But everything that was placed in front of us was outstanding. The fried oyster poboy was awesome and a perfect balance of crispy, chewy, savory, and spicy. The service was also incredible. Great dinner. read more

I went to Second Line for the first time last weekend, and loved it. I heard great reviews and was excited to drop by. We went on Father's day, so the wait was almost an hour, but they had just added a great bar on the back patio, so none of us minded much. Once we sat down, we ordered cheese fries covered with andouille sausage and crawfish as an appetizer. It was top five best cheese fries I have ever had. The crawfish really made it and it didn't hurt that there was a bit of gravy on the bottom. Next I ordered a catfish poyboy, which was delicious. We all ordered different poyboys, and everyone loved them all. I would highly recommend The Second Line and can't wait to go back. However, I will be prepared to wait a long time for some of that delicious food. read more

An unexpectedly small treasure. This place has amazing food and a great atmosphere. Great customer service. We had so much fun!

Sunday brunch was great! The atmosphere was very inviting and overall the service was outstanding.

All around great spot! Great to hang with friends or take a date. Food is always solid. Tried most everything on the menu. Go enjoy it.

The most authentic Cajun food north of Louisiana. Many wonderful Cajun PoBoys. I selected the healthy option on the menu and it did not disappoint me. The Mississippi Catfish Sauce Piquant was perfectly seasoned and very tasty. read more

The Second Line - Mississippi Catfish Sauce Piquant - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

A little expensive but very tasty food nonetheless. My friend and I sat at the bar and the bar tender was very helpful all night. She recommended some very tasty drinks. Will visit again someday. read more

We were determined to try a new place. Second Line...you're up! We ordered the enchiladas as an appetizer. They were a tasty beginning. Frankly, I expected a big cheesy mess, but it was not. The sauce was nice- spicy, but not overwhelming. Most of the appetizers appeared somewhat small- best shared by two or fewer people. It is not a problem, but you should know up front. We both ordered the shrimp po boy. The bread was perfect and the shrimp were big, fresh and well-seasoned. The flavor was great. The bread was crusty on the outside and soft one the inside. I also ordered the greens and they were great. So with all these positive notes, you may wonder, "why just three stars?" Well, the wait was excruciating. For more than 30 minutes we had to stand in a cramped space. The sever repeatedly reached over us to grab a water pitcher. Why she didn't relocate it, I'll never know. During this waiting period, we saw several dishes delivered to the bar near us. The fries were limp and small portion for the cost. I was concerned that I had chosen poorly because nothing that came out looked particularly appetizing. While my po boy and greens were great. I haven't been inspired to endure the cramped wait to enjoy them again. I noticed they appear to be working on a patio. Perhaps more capacity will allow me to stop by and give them a fourth star. read more

Stopped in here for dinner while I was in town on business. Sat at the bar, bartenders were great. Good cocktail and beer selection. But on to the good part... The food here was fantastic. I had the Andouille, crawfish & pimento cheese fries, an oyster po boy, and cheese grits. First off, the fries were amazing. One of the best dishes I've had in a long time. A truly brilliant combination of flavors. The po boy was good as well, even better w/ some Louisiana Hot Sauce, per the bartender's recommendation. The grits were good as well, but not the best I've had. I'll give the grits 4/5 stars. The place has a laid back atmosphere and nice décor. If I'm back in Memphis again, I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Absolutely delicious! Everything was amazing! We all shared the bbq shrimp app, the cheese fries app, the roast beef poboy, the fried chicken poboy, the shrimp and oyster poboy and the bread pudding. Trendy atmosphere and friendly servers. Would definitely recommend highly!!! read more

I have visited this place on numerous occasions but have for some reason never reviewed. Here's the interesting thing about this place.......on previous trips I've learned while they do have a good selection of alcohol especially bourbons, sometimes the bartenders don't make the best of drinks. And like yesterday for instance we drew "Mr Manbun" for a waiter and he was horrible!! Place was empty, we were starving, and we set for atleast 15 minutes with our menus waiting to order. I also wish the menu had a few more offerings. However with all that said, once you receive the bbq shrimp, the ibya shrimp, or the fries.......all is forgotten. I can not give this place less than five stars because the food is just so dang good. read more

We got there at 7pm on a Saturday night. If you go during prime time dinner hours, be prepared to wait. We waited an hour and a half. It wasn't too bad because we got a drink at the bar, and walked across to Sweet Noshings to grab some stuff while we waited. It was nice because they call you when your table is ready, you aren't tied to a certain radius of the restaurant with one of those annoying buzzers. I was a little disappointed because I couldn't get my first drink choice because they were out of some of the ingredients, but my second choice was the Blackberry bramble and it was pretty good. Be aware, there is not a lot of space in here, either at the bar, standing to wait, or places to sit. Also, it is very loud inside. They also don't take reservations. Once we finally got to sit down, we had a wonderful waitress and great service. We ordered the Natchidoches meat pies as our appetizer and they were pretty good. Then I ordered the Verno Poboy and the cheese grits for my entree. They were both excellent. I ended up eating this meal in 3 servings. Lastly for dessert we got the maple bread pudding and it was amazing. This definitely made the meal. I would come back just to get this and the grits. Also, it was nice that the chef, Kelly English came by and greeted us during our meal. If you decide to visit The Second Line: Come early or be prepared to wait and don't be afraid of crowded and loud places. read more

The Second Line - The Verno poboy and grits - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Atmosphere is nice and cozy. Love the stormy morning. We ordered bbq shrimp, which is great but I think it's a bit too salty. The bread that come with it is sooo goooooddddd. Gumbo is very delicious. My bf ordered cheeseburger po-boy. He says it's thin but cooked perfectly and tasty. read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in Memphis. Always get one of the Po'boys. The Cajun poutine, don't remember what they call it is fantastic. Service is stellar. read more

Whew where do I start, this was my first visit to The Second Line and I'll definitely be back. Everything was good, atmosphere, food, service, everything. We had the andouille, crawfish & pimento cheese fries which while they looked heavy they were not in fact they were delicious. We both had the fried seafood platter and again I was ubberly impressed with the portion size and the deliciously fried shrimp, oysters and catfish. Of course we could not eat everything and thought we were done until our waitress offered up bread pudding from Restaurant Iris and again this concoction of delectable ingredients should be illegal because it was that same good. I could go on and on about our experience but writing this is bringing back delicious memories so I'll stop and say bus The Second Line. read more

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Let's start with we love this place, lol Great service, can't tell you how many times we were asked if we needed anything. The atmosphere is casual, with a touch of class. Started with a couple of Bloody Mary's which is my drink of choice and I am very picky about, these are right up there with the best. We are here for lunch and ordered two appetizers for meals, I had a Fried oyster Salad. My wife had the Happy Enchiladas. Both were outstanding and unique. Nothing ordinary about this place. Truly enjoyable. Can't wait to return. read more

The customer service was phenomenal. I ordered the beef po'boy and it was delicious, the potato salad was equally tasty. My friends also enjoyed their meals, and the drinks. If somehow you aren't full, I definitely recommend the bread pudding, it is amazinggg! read more

The Second Line - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

I love trying new restaurants and this place hits the spot. I went when it first opened and it was totally busy so the wait was a little hard to handle but understanding that it was all good. Food made it worth the wait! The Chef is really personable too... He came to ask about my friend and I's food. Must Go! read more

Second Line never fails! From their gumbo and po-boys to the margs and champagne cocktails, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The patio is a prime view for people watching, making new friends, & enjoying the Memphis weather. The decor makes it feel cozy and perfect for a date night or just catching up with friends. I've only sat on the patio, so I can't speak for inside dining. Thanks for working so hard to make sure your guests have a top notch experience! Definitely a local favorite! read more

The Second Line - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

My favorite part about Second Line is the roux, it was delicious! I am used to good roux, but this had such a rich, savory flavor that I was begging the waitress for the secret. It was the base sauce to the bar-be-que shrimp and I ate five pieces of bread just to soak it all up. I got the fried oyster po boy because the waitress raved about it, but to be honest it wasn't out of the ordinary. Not that it was bad, just not amazing. I highly recommend the red beans and rice for a side though. I loved the atmosphere, very eclectic bluesy style. And I cannot wait for warmer weather to sit out on the patio. read more

It was good. Not great. A bit pricey for the portion size. Kind of a hipster joint. Very Louisiana bayou influenced. Nice patio. Friendly staff. Worth giving a try if your in the mood for something different. read more

THIS PLACE NEVER DISAPPOINTS. We eat here regularly and I cannot speak highly enough of everyone we come into contact with here. Food is amazing, service is stellar, patio is gorgeous, cocktails are refreshing. I highly recommend sitting on the patio on a nice day. read more

First, the food was fabulous! We started with the meat pies, which were delish (although a little clove-y for my taste). I ordered the roast beef poboy with onion rings on the side, and my boyfriend opted for the chicken thigh poboy with the cheese grits. Everything was great, the roast beef especially. It was moist and tender, and the bread on both sandwiches made me feel like I was visiting New Orleans for the night. We were seated promptly, and once we ordered, our food came quickly. That was good since we were super hungry! The ONLY not so great part of our experience at Second Line was the service, and that's why I only gave it four stars. Our waiter was a bearded guy with glasses, and either he was overwhelmed with work or he just didn't care. Either way, he made us feel like the latter. I can usually cut waitstaff some slack, having worked in food service in the past, but it got a bit ridiculous toward the end. We had to flag down the hostess or other waitresses for drink refills and eventually to get the check. He didn't check on us a single time during our dinner. Despite that hiccup, I'd totally go back to Second Line. Next time I'm ordering the fries with pimento cheese and crawfish! read more

The Second Line - Chicken Thigh Poboy and Cheese Grits at Second Line - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

I've been twice now and both times was not disappointed. They don't take reservations so it's not good for large groups and I recommend getting there early in the weekend. Service has been good and has a good atmosphere. Must try appetizers are the pimento cheese fries and the BBQ shrimp. The po boys are some of the best I've had outside of the New Orleans with fresh French bread. I prefer the pulled pork po boy. And has a fantastic bread pudding. read more

Absolutely in love with the barbeque shrimp! I have grown up eating classic Cajun barbeque shrimp, and The Second Line's recipe does not disappoint, ever. The oyster po boy was fresh and delicious, the oysters were not greasy or lacking. The Verno po boy (braised chicken thighs) is so moist and flavorful, this is another must try item. Also, I must mention that their drinks... are amazing! I am a gin drinker, and they have options for people like me! The drinks tend to be a bit strong, but from my point of view, this is not a problem. I just mention that as a warning to those that may not like strong drinks. The service has been good, not great, but never bad service. This place stays busy, and I know the food is cooked to order, so I just sit back and enjoy my gin drink. read more

Believe it or not, going for the first time with parents and guests. I'll admit I'm quite concerned that none of the menus I've seen have any description to them. In fact, the drink menu had better descriptions than the food menu. So I've been searching online in an attempt to get some idea of what a dish is and what is in it. First impressions are important, especially with this group. And what they order is going to make that first impression. I have a feeling our waiter is going to hate me. And I hate that. But oh well. Maybe the menu on site will be more descriptive. Wish me luck. Post experience edit from 2 to 1. No. Just no. No seasoning. Should be named Fried Food Po Bo Line. Wouldn't sit 2 on an empty patio until at least 3 arrived (of 5), then balked at seating 3 out of 5 (the men were parking the car) all on an empty patio. Squished 5 into a 4 top. We like each other so we dealt with it. Menu was as expected. We had to ask about every single item. Time consuming, frustrating and needed to take notes. Server annoyed that we wanted to gel over apps first and then order. Had to be flagged down for drinks. LEFT to change his shirt, didn't notify us or even "introduce us to a server who could assist in his absence" (to me that's service 101. Food - Fried po' boys all around. Nothing was seasoned. Sides were not good - grits: cheese not incorporated, just a rock hard mound of cheddar on top and, as i'm told, just a lump of starch. Spinach was not good. One bite from separate people and pushed to the side. chicken Livers..."ok" but covered in a weird sauce. The smothered fries were either a reheated mush or died in the window waiting on a shirt change perhaps. Don't let 'em sell you on the bread. It's just bread. Oysters seemed nice, but again, no seasoning whatsoever. There is nothing at all cajun, new orleans or even.....salt.... about it. Go at your own risk. only plus is patio and nice cocktails....if you can get one. read more

Imagine walking into a random home on Sunday morning and asking the inhabitants for food and drink. They'd be thrown for a loop, right? That's the vibe of Sunday brunch at Second Line: totally thrown that you're there and finally acquiescing to bring you food and drink. I'm all about a leisurely brunch but the two hours we were there equalled an inattentive experience. The food was okay, but there are better Memphis brunch options. If you want a fun brunch with a great waitstaff--try The Beauty Shop. If you want a great po-boy, go to Parish Grocery. As for our group, this one is a one & done. read more

I thought Second Line was great. The menu is a little more expanded than what you see online. Service was nothing to complain about and the cocktails were fantasic We had the meat pies for starter, which were OK. You could tell they were overly seasoned. Still good. I had the gumbo which was fantastic. However, it wasn't like mom made it, but I don't knownif any restaurant could live up to that. Only caveat her, the cornbread wasn't needed. I wss full as is. Overall, it was great and did live up to the hype. Kelly English even stopped by to ask how we were doing, which was surprising even for a Wednesday. Side note, the clipboard menus are so overplayed. read more

Couldn't have been more satisfied with my most recent visit here. It was a Friday night (two days before Valentine's Day, no less), but the place was so well-staffed that it was running like the well-oiled, high-quality machine it is. The Second Line is easily my favorite spot on Overton Square not named Restaurant Iris. From the BBQ shrimp, to the excellent cocktails, to the unbeatable po boys, to the wait staff and that clearly puts an emphasis on service, I have never left that restaurant unimpressed. This visit was no different. Five stars to the Second Line. As always. read more

Went for my sister's 21st birthday and everything was amazing. Is on the more expensive side but worth every penny

Second Line is a great restaurant that is upscale but still casual. The food is outstanding. The Besh BBQ Shrimp is a must order item. We just spent a week in New Orleans. While we were there we kept trying to find a BBQ Shrimp dish that was as good as Second Line's. We love NOLA restaurants, but we were thrilled to be at home for lunch today. Go to Second Line. You will not be disappointed. read more

Better than "comfort food" as their promo says. The menu is unconventional in a great way. Starti with the Andoulie, crawfish and pimento cheese fries (3.5/5) we had a fried Gulf oyster poboy (4/5) Mississippi Catfish plate (5/5) and a J Dubs salad (3.5/5). The sides or groceries as they are called were excellent. Red beans and rice (4/5), cheese grits (5/5) with creamy grits that were the best of the best. Madeleine spinach (4/5) was good but not equal to the other exceptional sides. We finished with the brownie ice cream and a bourbon pecan carmel sauce that was fantastic. The salty sweet carmel with a clear fresh pecan flavor was worthy of desserts found at the most exclusive restaurants. The cost was more like $$$ instead of the $$ listed. Dinner for 3 with drinks was $110. Overall rating 5/5. read more

The second line is a great spot to have a drink with your gal friends on a good ole Satuyay funday ! When it feels nice out the outdoor bar is a great spot! The chicken thigh poboy is pretty awesome! I love the environment The Second Line provides! read more