![]() ![]() I found out my server was the longest employee on staff – he had been with the restaurant for 38 years. For as truly busy as the restaurant is, the team is remarkable. In speaking with the manager after my meal, I complimented him on his staff and their efficiency. With a 24-hour notice, they will also make five pounds of shrimp for you! The meal comes with sides of beans and slaw, just like you would imagine. If ribs are not to your liking, you can also get chicken, beef brisket, or lamb. Hence, the enticing scents you discover as you walk down the steps. These and all the other items are grilled over charcoal in the pit at the front of the restaurant. The main event was a whole slab of pork ribs, enough to feed two people. ![]() Starting with the cheese and sausage appetizer, I found that something as simple as this could be turned into a great meal starter when served with flair and smiles from a wait staff where most have been employed here for years. Some of the best food I’ve found was here in this bustling down-to-earth place. Rendezvous hasn’t gained its outstanding reputation by chance. You will witness business meetings, families with kids out to enjoy a great meal, locals wanting a drink and a bite to eat, and tourists who have heard this is a must-stop while in Memphis. The restaurant building itself is efficient and uses every space in the restaurant. Located in a downtown alley, you enter and head downstairs into a fantastic array of aromas and a sea of people. I was fascinated watching this smooth, continuous flow of diners in and out of this restaurant. It gives you an excellent overview of Memphis and is genuinely quite fun.Īt the Rendezvous, you will experience great food and an education in how a generations-old restaurant continues to thrive after decades of churning out simply spectacular food. I would recommend both Alfred’s and taking the tour. The wait staff at Alfred’s was wonderfully accommodating, knowing that you will naturally see lots of different people as a place for gathering for Backbeat Tours. Other patrons indulged in the chicken Caesar salad and the chicken and sausage gumbo. Layered on top of a generous portion of tortilla chips, you find pulled pork, Rotel, cheese, barbeque sauce, jalapenos, and an extra splash of their famous seasoning. I can personally attest that the BBQ Nachos are exceptional. This drink was too intriguing, so I had to ask – it’s a cocktail that features Stoli Razberi, Malibu, 99 Bananas, Pineapple Juice, and Sprite. You can also experience some of their featured cocktails, like the Pink Flamingo or Alfred’s Funky Monkey. Sandwiches, sides, and dessert fill out the menu. There are dishes such as fried green tomatoes, salads, and gumbo for starters, a catfish fillet, a pulled pork platter, or their award-winning baby back ribs. ![]() I did see some of those, along with many Elvis photos. Alfred’s has the most extensive collection of gold records in the US. Here you can frequently find live music with various performers and even some celebrities dropping in from time to time. Music is an essential part of Alfred’s – Memphis is synonymous with music. Great music was playing, and it was just slightly after noon. It is an excellent restaurant with a great atmosphere. Little did I know I was entering the first club on the infamous Beale Street, which showcased rock and roll in the mid-80s. Arriving early, my companion and I decided to head inside for a drink and a bite to eat. I discovered Alfred’s as it was the place to get tickets for Backbeat Tours. ![]() Visiting other destinations in Tennessee? Check out our other delicious guide: I must say, I am looking forward to returning to delve more into this friendly, reemerging city. But I also enjoyed some of the city’s other treasures. I naturally had to visit Graceland on a recent visit and experience authentic Memphis BBQ. I would encourage you to explore not only the most well-known areas of the city but also some of its hidden gems. All are correct, but there is so much more to Memphis. When someone mentions the city of Memphis, the first thought is likely either Elvis, blues, or barbeque. Warning: file_get_contents(©LisaEvans-1-768x1024.jpg): failed to open stream: HTTP request failed! HTTP/1.1 404 Not Found Warning: exif_imagetype(©LisaEvans-1-768x1024.jpg): failed to open stream: HTTP request failed! HTTP/1.1 404 Not Found ![]()
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