In a maze of neon lights, ears tuned to the jives of rock n roll, blues and jazz blaring from alleyway dives, nose perked upwards searching for the origin of the smell of barbecue pork ribs that lingers in the night air … a setting that captures the senses, that fills the soul and livens the spirits.
You’ve found Beale Street.
Want a little taste of the heart, funk, rock and soul that made Memphis famous? Take your pick from a variety of Beale Street settings.
Whether you’re into the vintage beats of blues and soul or a more contemporary mix of tunes, Beale Street definitely has the music scene covered. Beale Street and the Memphis nightlife offers nighttime diversions that tempt the ears with everything from blues clubs and live music venues to street festivals such as the Blues First Weekend, the Cajun-themed Zydeco Festival and of course the Beale Street Music Festival.
And maybe nothing is more prevalent on Beale Street than good eats. Find “pork with an attitude,” along with great blues music at The Pig restaurant. The Rum Boogie Café, Silky O Sullivan’s and Alfred’s On Beale are favorites of the locals. Famous chain restaurants such as the Hard Rock Café, Pat Obrien’s and Coyote Ugly are also sprinkled along Beale.
Hear the music. Taste the food. Experience the nightlife. Relive the history … Feel the soul of Memphis on Beale Street.