Varied menu and excellent brisket in small charming storefront off Main.

It is a longstanding debate what ribs are the tastiest, but here are some locals’ favorites: Cozy Corner, A&R, Pig On Beale and Central BBQ.

Stop by for a breakfast sandwich and coffee or deli sandwich for lunch a block from the River. A few stools but most ordered are prepared “to go.” Tom Cruise filmed here during The Firm.

Beautifully designed with loads of interesting accents in the heart of downtown in an area with few coffee options.

Venerable an friendly spot in the heart of downtown for breakfast or lunch. Known for its fresh and not over-cooked veggies.

Fabulous outdoor space 17-stories in the sky.

Grab a seat at the counter and enjoy typical diner breakfast and the oldest restaurant in Memphis. Biscuits and gravy and ham with your eggs.

Spend a bit of time on Beale Street, home to countless blues and rock n roll venues. Wander downtown and Main Street, North to South, the heart of downtown; the South part of Main is undergoing a renaissance as the arts district. The National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel exists to assist the public in understanding the lessons of the Civil Rights Movement.

Freshly roasted nuts in all varieties sold in charming vintage shop.

Board the Main Street or Riverfront vintage trolleys and you are in for a treat. Restored to their original elegance; solid brass seats, glass transom windows, hand-carved mahogany corbels, and antique lighting fixtures.