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Memphis Soul Cafe & Bar


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4 of 5 stars 19 ratings
19 ratings
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#27 of 281 restaurants in Costa Mesa
  • Cuisines: American
  • Price range*: $18-$30
  • Address: 2920 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-5914
  • Phone:  (714) 432-7685
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 10, 2008

One of my all-time faves. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 19, 2008

great southern comfort food....laid back comfy atmosphere more

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5 of 5 stars
JSB_CA 10 contributions
Irvine, CA
Feb 15, 2008

I love going to Memphis for both the food and the atmosphere. It's a great place to kick back for a late night dinner and listen to whatever music they're playing and watch the different people coming in. I saw the review that mentioned really rude service, but I've had just the opposite experience. Really friendly servers and good service.... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 9, 2008

love the catfish sandwich and fries more

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4 of 5 stars
Appraiserdewd 34 contributions
Dec 27, 2007

The service was attentive, even during a busy Sunday Morning Brunch time. The food was pretty good. The sausage was unique and the bacon was very good. My coffee and water were always full. The eggs (I prefer them over medium) were cooked correctly. The only complaint is that the French Toast was too soggy in the middle. This was... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Nov 12, 2007

Food is comfort food and usually great- get the meatloaf- oh yeah and their apple smoked bacon for breakfast. more

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1 of 5 stars
rcleerestj1 1 contribution
Orange County California
May 14, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

Many mistakes were make duing a very unbusy time by the kitchen. Instead of graciously fixing the mistakes the servers were rude and acted as if we had done somehting wrong. During our meal the Manager and waiters sat at the end of the bar and gave us dirty looks and talked about us. If this is how the treat... more

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4 of 5 stars
torta_basilica 41 contributions
Newport Beach, CA
Jan 19, 2005

Cool, 50's vibe, casual dining - patio is best. Awesome steaks, salads, comfort foods with a twist, not so keen on the cold cornbread, but that's the only downer here. Just a great place with really good food to eat & enjoy the crowd. more

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Memphis Soul Cafe & Bar Address

2920 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-5914
Tel: (714) 432-7685
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.