50 Best Burger Restaurants in Memphis

“Really friendly and good food 5 star service 💙“

“Food was good, and quick. Had fish sandwich, burger tater tots and onion rings hot crisp I thought they were pretty good. service polite and attentive.“

“My last visit, it was friggin delicious it was so ridiculous. 🙌🏽🙌🏽 11/10.“

“The food was a little pricey but delicious and very filling. We each had different burgers and they all great! The truffle fries and nacho fries were awesome! We would definitely eat there again!“

“Quirky restaurant great service and the chicken tender salad was fabulous“

“The staff is always nice and attentive. Always a good atmosphere to be in.“

“We ate at the poplar location with a very large group. Service was excellent. Food was great. They were extremely accommodating.“

“We ate at the poplar location with a very large group. Service was excellent. Food was great. They were extremely accommodating.“

“TLDR: Cozy, country-style spot with friendly service and traditional food. The automatic 20% tip might be a dealbreaker for some.

Review for Old Whitten Tavern

Food: The menu sticks to traditional country flavors. The hashbrowns were good, though I prefer a layer of crunch, and these were soft throughout. The eggs were cooked perfectly and came with cheese as I ordered. The biscuits were thin, flat, and basic in flavor, but the country gravy had a good texture with a simple, satisfying taste. The pancake was generously sized (about 10 inches across and 1/2 inch thick) with a soft and chewy texture, though it lacked much flavor on its own. Thankfully, the syrup complemented it well. Overall, the food gives off a "like grandma used to make" vibe, focusing on simplicity over bold flavors.

Service: The service was excellent. All the staff pitched in to check on me, ensuring I was taken care of. The friendliness added to the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. However, the establishment automatically adds a 20% tip to each dine-in order, regardless of the service quality. While you can add more, it feels a bit rigid—good service should earn a good tip, not have it guaranteed.

Atmosphere: The country vibe is undeniable. The interior features dark ceilings, tables, and floors, with moderate lighting during the day that feels slightly dim but cozy. With one booth and about 17 tables inside, the spacing is comfortable without feeling crowded. The outside seating allows dogs, making it a good option for pet owners. The full bar and all-day breakfast menu add to its versatility, whether you’re stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. However, with only one private bathroom per gender, the morning coffee rush could be challenging.

Summary: Old Whitten Tavern offers a solid country breakfast experience with traditional flavors and a welcoming atmosphere. While the food and service were good, the automatic 20% tip policy might not sit well with those who feel tipping should reflect service quality. Still, it’s a cozy spot worth visiting, especially if you’re seeking classic, no-frills breakfast options.

Parking: The parking lot is shared with multiple other businesses, so during heavy traffic times it could be tough to find a spot near the restaurant.

Kid-friendliness: Though it has a full bar, it is very kid friendly. The bar area is smaller, opening up more to the dine in experience.“

“Everything was delicious. Laid back, casual, clean atmosphere! The shakes were the best we have ever had and Dillion was amazing & attentive.“

“Food was great and so was the service! Will definitely be back!“

“i LOVE THE FOOD! THEY GIVE U GOOD PORTION SIZES THE ONLY COMPLAINT I HAVE IS THAT IT STINKS IN THE INSIDE OF THE STORE THEY MAY NEED TO CHANGE THE RUGS OR MATTS AND CHANGE THE MOP WATER OTHER THAN THAT EVRYTHING IS GOOD! WE ALWAYS ORDER THE FISH ITS SO HOT AND FRESH AND I DONT EVEN EAT “

“this was my first time visiting Crazy coop.. The food is great the catfish(real catfish)was off the chain…oh and the wing busssin“

“Sat with girlfriend and had a great meal. Our waiter, Shannon C. was and is a blessing, as she shared about herself and made us feel right at home. If you want good eating, excellent service and a seat a table that is familiar as mom and pa’s, go here.“

“Hands down best BBQ in Town service was super fast loved the environment.“

“Quick shout out to the crew closing on Saturday night. I try to avoid ordering food just before any place closes but it was late Saturday night and I came in at 10 minutes before close and asked if it would be ok to get a burger to go. They were great and didn't make me feel bad about coming in late. Excellent burger and great service. Which was exactly why I love to go here instead of any of the drive-through places in Midtown.“

“My husband and I were in town visiting my son and family. Highly recommend!!!Great food, friendly service. The food was hot and delicious .“

“Don't sleep on this place. It may not have the most curb appeal, but the food was bomb. Me and my wife both had the cajun pasta and it was very good. Dude was a one man show that evening and was doing it all - much respect. Would recommend to anyone!“

“I'm giving five stars because the burgers and fries were not a let down. They were very good. The service not so much. One waitress stopped at our table and asked if we needed anything, asked for refills and she said "I'll tell her " and walked away to get on her phone. Rude but at least ho eat the burger.“

“The chicken was really good but the fries seemed old and I really like the sauce and I didn't get a biscuit“

“this spot iz the illezt!!“

“This was the best burger I've had in a long time. The food was hot, delicious, and came jn generous portions. The restaurant was nice and relaxing with a very clean and tidy eating space. The service was great, food came quick and the prices were amazing almost too cheap to believe because of how good the food is. If you like burgers then look no further. You will be impressed and leave happy and full.“

“Amazing food, great service, and exceptionally priced! 10/0“

“Great pizza restaurant. My family loves the Around the world sausage add black olives/extra hot peppers. I remember when I was little boy my dad would take me to Fox ridge when it was on Knight Arnold rd to get pizza after SEMAA football practice. One time he dropped the pizza and the owner gave him another pizza free of charge. That’s type people they are family friendly business. Clean restaurant with nice bar and many seatings. Directly located in heart of the city. Highly recommend will be back soon for pizza fix“

“The very best burger anywhere . The lot o burger made me tell at least 30 people how great it is . I’m coming back with a friend and I’ll tell another 100 how awesome your lot o burger is .“

“Come and bring a friend! Trey was very welcoming and energetic as we ordered our food. My wife tried Sidewayz Grille earlier in the day and convinced me to cancel my original dinner plans to go and try the food here. The food was well seasoned (which is hard to find in Memphis), especially the wings and fish!! I hope Trey opens a store down on Madison so I can eat the foot more often.“

“Great burgers and great staff!!! Excellent choice!!“

“The young lady on the register took her time to explain all the different flavors and recommended the most poplar ones to give us an idea of which to try. Thank you so much for your patients as it was our first visit. The food was delicious. The fried green tomatoes, corn nuggets and my salad with the vegan dressing were all perfect sides. Will thank you so much for your great hospitality! We throughly enjoyed😋😋😋“

“I would recommend, but the owner needs to make sure each store is consistent. I've only eaten from there 3 times. the one in Southaven I had the salmon combo - delicious, awesome. The one on Walnut I Door Dash for lunch last week and had a double sliders combo for the first time - it was delicious - sandwiches were made as I ordered. I was really impressed! the only the wrong was i ordered carrot cake & got lemon cake instead I don't care for. someone should have called to give me other choices. Today I skipped going to Southaven (who's customer service was excellent) to go back to the Walnut which is 9 minutes from me - bad choice. I ordered online & got my food to come home. should've checked it first - will do IF I go back to that location. got sliders combo will all I had the last time just left cheese off. The patty wasn't half as thick as the one patty I had on the delivered order. I didn't get my grilled onions. I had to open the sandwiches to see if a slice of tomato or lettuce on each - may have been a thin 1/3 of a slixe of tomato on each. I don't even know how to describe the lettuce. The German chocolate cake - deeelicious! I will support again, but service should be the same at all the stores. I know to check my orders even though Southaven shows their customers the order before bagging it. I shouldn't ha e to drive out there when one is closer.Oh your onion rings are the BEST at both locations! And the salmon sandwich - best I've had! I plan to try more on your menu.“

“Absolutely fantastic food! Feels like r are back in Chicago ❤️“

“great food and service! Looking forward to the live comedy show May 27th“

“Great food. Highly recommended“

“This place was perfect for our small company brunch meeting! The service was fantastic, the food was amazing and the atmosphere was beautiful and comfortable. We were able to hear each other talk and had a great meeting! I highly recommend this place for any occasion! We will definitely be back!“

“Great lunch food and great atmosphere. Will be back“

“Good food, good service. The fries were great po boy slider’s fantastic. Just be aware they add 20% gratuity automatically.“

“Consistently good; needs to work on customer service skills; greet me and ask how may I help you; don't just stand there and wait on me to say something“

“Bring your Uzi and pitbull or order for delivery. This restaurant has the best soul food and delicious sandwiches that you could ask for. The hamburgers and philly are divine. A small deli style lunch is available made by southern cooks. It's at Hollywood and Chelsea. Clean and friendly. People who know....order from there.“

“My first time here & my experience was awesome here the staff was amazing and I ordered some fried green y'all they were the best thing on this side of town and u don't need no sauce that's how good they are kudos to this establishment 💞“

“Our waiter was Bobby and he was amazing!! The food was delicious and affordable. Wonderful atmosphere.“

“As a vegetarian it is so nice to find a slider place with so many vegetarian and vegan options. We tried both the vegan wings and the veggie sliders. I do wish the server had explained a bit more that the egg and pb&j sliders are just that, no vegan meat. Those we probably would have skipped. The vegan chicken slider and veggie burger were great. The wings are a combo of tofu sticks and cauliflower bunches with a kick.“

“Always good never disappointed when I come here

Vegetarian options: They do have non-meat options

Parking: Plenty of space

Kid-friendliness: Nothing for kids to do but a okay place to bring them“

“We were passing through Elvis Presley Blvd in Memphis (obvious tourists from the north) and just stopped for a quick bite on the way to another attraction. Knowing nothing about the place or any expectations. The service was wonderfully fast and the fish burgers we ordered were cooked/wrapped/served properly. The guys inside were great and the owner lady is amazing! She even gave us recommendations and a whole list of museums to visit! Amazing people - beautiful town!“

“Delicious!! Will be back soon!“

“Shout out to Serv for making my birthday celebration a success last night! I had a freaking blast and my friends did too! Kat our waitress was the bomb and I enjoyed seeing Stormy!“

“Very fresh clean very upbeat staff it’s a lot of laughter and it very welcoming when I entered the store. They offered me a crown and I felt very uplifted“

“The neighborhood breakfast and lunch spot! This is not your fine dining joint but more so a mom and pops joint! The food is cooked as ordered and always ? ?? delicious.Most people grab and go but there are a few tables if you elect to sit and eat. Don't be going to Renee's acting all boogie because the cooks will get you together!“

“Hey Errrbody...just got into Memphis ? n I needed sumthang 2 eat..seen this place on line n decided 2 chk it out..I got me sum Honey Gold Chicken Wingz w sum Seasoned Fries n a roll w/a Sweet Tea...Errrthang was hittin..deelish ? u gotz 2 kno it..okkk!! Go chk them out..they worth it!! Ohhh Yea n shout out 2 tha employee dat took my order w tha dreadzzz n tha cook!! Great Job Fellas??✌?“

“My husband I stopped at Burger King to get an early dinner we went in and took our food to go. Husband ordered the new brisket whopper Jr. Meal and I got an original chicken sandwich. The young lady taking our order up graded my husband's meal from the price showing on the board without asking. I don't understand this one unless they are getting commission from every upgrade they sale? It's the only thing I have came up with, but when we got the receipt and our food. I said while looking at our receipt we weren't charged the price of the meal on the board but for more..the young lady says you didn't want Medium? My husband says no but it's okay this time...he was in a good mood. And was hungry. So we left it like that. But as I write this review I'm not okay with this way of getting more money from the consumer everything is already high priced as is. And I've noticed in this area of the country it is the norm...our food once we arrived at our motel was great! Inside of the Burger King was clean. The people at the counter were very pleasant. just watch when you order the meals (Sandwich, fries and drink) which usually are small sized you see when ordering. Or you will be getting more both larger fries and drink at the higher price..“

“Very tasty fresh and hot juicy it was very delicious the bread was toasted really good and lettuce was fresh and the tomatos was great also“

“I had the chicken and waffles it was very good. Very good service. Excellent food. Can't wait to try the ribeye & egg plate and the steak omelette on my next visit. Clean space. I recommend this place.“