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    Wet Willie's

    3.9 (167 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars
    Closed 12:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    WET WILLIE'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Live music
    Very loud
    Good for groups

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    Shelby W.

    If you're looking for a fun drink on Beale Street, you come to Wet Willie's! This place reminds me a lot of Bourbon Street in NOLA. The big, frozen, fruity cocktails you can get in all kinds of flavors! Here, you can combine flavors also to make some interesting concoctions. Just because I'm a sucker for a good frozen drink, this might be one of my fave new drink spots in downtown Memphis.

    Kevin W.

    This is downtown Memphis. You need to pay for parking at a parking garage or find limited street parking. I always find free parking on the Wet Willies end of Beale Street. This venue is essentially a wall of slushie machines with alcohol pre-mixed in. They do have some non-alcoholic options. Large drinks cost $11 each. They frequently have a long line that moves quick. Staff is always friendly. Drinks are always tasty and strong. I have not tried the food here but others seem to really like it.

    Call me a cab, shock treatment and attitude adjustment. Drink with caution.

    Good place to get a frozen drink. Staff is friendly. Cost isn't too bad for the sizes. Our first time trying I asked the young girl what she suggested. She said call me a can, shock treatment and attitude adjustment. I did not know these were all three if their strongest drinks. I was zooted in about 5 minutes. LOL! We went back the next day and my drink was much more tolerable. We tried the chips and queso. It was a decent appetizer for $8. If you're looking for a good frozen drink you can walk around with or a quick buzz this is the place. $11 for small, $12 for medium and $13 for a large. They do have reusable cups as well. My only complaint is that the bathrooms are kind of gross.

    Tequila wings
    Mary-kate Q.

    Wings are the best thing to get when your wasted the tequila sauce is the bomb.com. Better than the strip club. Love that you guys have chicken tacos now . Don't remember how long it took for the food to come out my server kept me entertained the employees are extremely funny. Day drinking on Beale is the best.

    Pink flamingo (strawberry / pink colada)
    T. G.

    On a work trip and we had to stop by! Drinks were extra sweet but they had a lot of fun flavors- really liked the selection and was glad I got a small. The pink flamingo- strawberry / pina colada was delish. Would recommend!! Fun spot!!

    Ellie F.

    If you like drinks that are so sweet you cannot taste the alcohol, this is the place for you. Their slushies are super refreshing in the Memphis heat, and you'll feel like you're getting a delicious treat. Plus, you can take your drink and walk around historic Beale Street! Pro tip: reserve a parking spot ahead of time using an app like Spot Hero.

    Natasha M.

    Just going to give a quick shoutout to the best place for a cold strong drink on Beale. I've been coming here since my first night in town over a decade ago. My friends popped in here on Sunday night with some out of town guests. This was a party pleaser overall.

    Bob Marley
    Celeta S.

    I'll never pass up an opportunity to get a slushy from Wet Willie's. The Bob Marley is my absolute favorite. It's refreshing and it's pretty to look at. It's always a conversation starter. People ask what you're having and order themselves one. The location is cool. I was able to take some nice pics outside of some Memphis sites so I had a great time. Beale Street is always a good time and Wet Willie's makes it even better.

    Keep your head strong and your Willie's wet
    Fox E.

    Everybody loves Wet Willies. I do you do we all do. Much better than the dry kind. Come in here for some nice alcohol and fun times and some cute people right in the heart of Beale Street and always plenty of fun. Definitely one of the better experiences in Memphis in terms of nightlife, and right in the middle of all the action.

    Bacon burger

    when I say this is hands down one of the best juiciest burgers ever. I was kinda scared of paying $15 for a burger but it was working every bite from the fries to the bacon

    Chicken Tenders

    10 out 10, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED After visiting Memphis on vacation, the staff at Wet Willies really has me planning on visiting Beale St for sure. China and Chantay made me feel like I wasn't a tourist and suggested plenty of things to do while I was here and even the manger, Marques, recommended his personal favorite mix and kept me laughing with his wit. Between the hospitality,above & beyond customer service, great drinks, and amazing food Wet Willies is a true gem of Beale St.

    Erin M.

    So being from Louisiana I know a good daiquiri and this is a good daiquiri. There are many options to choose from as far as flavor and size. It is a bit overpriced but it is on Beale street so that's kind of expected. They also have a food menu if you would like something to snack on while down Beale. The service is prompt and they get you in and out. Come here and chill out. Drinks are strong and worth it.

    Call a Cab w/Mango
    Jess P.

    You can never pick a bad drink from here, WW has some pretty good tasting daiquiri's, the names of the slushies are hillarious. They all seem to pack some punch! Of all the drinks offered on Beale Street, we were familiar with this place so at least have an idea of what we were going to get. I got the call a cab mixed with mango and I thought it tasted really good, I did a large which was about ten bucks. I drank the majority of it, you can't leave the street vicinity with drinks so I did end up throwing my cup away. They seemed to move the line pretty fast. . so we didnt wait long.

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    Pricey but definitely a great drink...get the coozie for $15...refill is about 1/2 price...2 drinks and I had to call it a night early

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    Nice place just a little pricey but considering where it is at that is not surprising

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    Got the Naked Sex which is just a lower calorie version of the normal drink. Taste was ok, but next time I will stick to the regular one.

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    Great drinks the service is a little slow at time s but they stick to their not charging at the door.

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    Awesome place to go for a variety of frozen adult beverages! Love it

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    Now this is the good kind of cheesey. How can you say no to these frozen cocktails when it is 90 degrees at night? One of a kind!

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    server was a real bitch. Drinks were good but really strong. Lots of different flavor and an awesome bathroom!

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