B.B. King's Blues Club
B.B. King's Blues Club
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11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Monday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Friday
11:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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Chow down on some fried pickle chips while listening to some of your favorite blues music.
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- AlyBCatonsville, Maryland4 contributionsGood food for lunch and friendly staffWe dropped in for lunch after a long morning of sightseeing. The pulled pork with sautéed vegetables and the shrimp po’ boy with fries hit the spot! Looks like a great venue to see music, so we hope to be back.Visited March 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten March 27, 2024
- Helen A1 contributionDinner and showLove this place. Best ribs in Memphis. I come for work once or twice a year since 2000 and always eat here at least once. Sometimes more. I bring friends and co-workers, when I can. Since I first heard Memphis Jones here, I check the schedule when I’m in town and make sure to be here for as many of his shows I can. Disappointed he’s only here the one time this week, but enjoying the show! They have awesome staff as well! Daisy was our server tonight and she went above and beyond, with cold glass and beautiful smile! Thank you BB Kings!Visited September 2024Traveled with friendsWritten September 9, 2024
- SouthernBred59Raleigh, North Carolina236 contributionsLive music on Friday evenings! $10 cover chargeWe visited the BB King Blues Club on a Friday evening and were lucky to be seated at at the bar with a perfect view of the stage. Food was good, drinks were good, and music was fun. Crowd was not rowdy, but everyone had fun.Visited October 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten October 19, 2024
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7 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
We checked out many places and their menu options. We've noticed we don't tend to eat as much as we used to when we were younger, so this had some good options for "sharing" a meal. There were 2 different bands performing when we were there. Both were good. A couple years ago I had been here with a friend and we didn't have to pay a cover charge. This time, we each had to pay a $10 cover charge over and above the cost of food and drinks. The second band spent more time promoting their name and introducing members as well as informing us that for $20 they will play any song you want. Give me a break. We literally sat there for over an hour and they may have played a total of 20 minutes worth of music. If I had known they were going to charge a cover charge, we probably would have skipped it. The food was ok as well as the drinks. If you read the menu's and signs - almost every place on Beale Street has the best BBQ! LOL
Written September 17, 2022
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Mark R
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May 2021 • Family
I understand having to recoup losses from the covid shutdown, but when you have to pay a $10 cover that you were unaware of, and you planned your vacation around staying in Memphis just to go there, it is quite irritating and disappointing. So $30 just to get into the door, the music was so loud the wait staff could not hear our orders, and subpar food I unfortunately regret going there.
My husband and I were there last year and had a fantastic time with great food. The other concerning issue had nothing to do with BB King’s. We parked in a private lot two blocks away and had to avoid broken liquor bottles and trash. And it got worse as we walked toward Beale St. I have been to Memphis several times over the years snd have never seen trash on the streets and sidewalks like that. The area smelled like a garbage truck, so we didn’t even walk down Beale St and just wanted to get out of there.
The city of Memphis needs to clean up or it will lose more repeat visitors like us.
My husband and I were there last year and had a fantastic time with great food. The other concerning issue had nothing to do with BB King’s. We parked in a private lot two blocks away and had to avoid broken liquor bottles and trash. And it got worse as we walked toward Beale St. I have been to Memphis several times over the years snd have never seen trash on the streets and sidewalks like that. The area smelled like a garbage truck, so we didn’t even walk down Beale St and just wanted to get out of there.
The city of Memphis needs to clean up or it will lose more repeat visitors like us.
Written May 24, 2021
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Tracey D
Prudhoe, UK108 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
We went here for dinner after visiting Graceland during the day. There was a live band on which were brilliant, food was also excellent. Beale Street was pedestrianised on an evening with live bands which was very busy but really good.
Written September 21, 2022
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happytravellers2011
Johannesburg, South Africa31 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
It was such a pity as the music was fabulous and we met great people but staff ruined the night. We were seated upstairs by a waitress and had just sat down when another "highly strung and emotional" waitress came over to us and said we must move. The two staff then had argument and we were directed downstairs. We complained about the treatment but settled then into new table and really enjoyed the night, music and meeting people and having fun. But then, our waitress was continuously not available and when we tried to pay the bill at the door...she then arrived all upset and RUDE!! We complained to the manageress who seemed completely overwhelmed and it did seem very weak management and that the staff did what they wanted!! Other locals also told us that they don't go to this venue because of similar issues. Needles to say, despite great music...we will never return
Written February 28, 2024
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Mark D
Newcastle, Australia3,570 contributions
Sep 2024 • Solo
I think every trip to Memphis has to include a visit to BB Kings.... It's located at the start of Beale Street entertainment precinct! The music was good, staff at the entrance were great, the barmaid downstairs was one of the rudest people I've ever encountered..... I left after one drink, because of her, she was beautiful & I think she thought that was enough.... she was soooo wrong! She got minimal tip, ladies at the entrance got 50%!
Written September 19, 2024
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Lisa G
6 contributions
Dec 2022 • Friends
Excellent service, food was hot, fast and freshly made. Generous portions and extremely good. Especially the BBQ and BB King sauce.
Not necessarily handicapped accessible so make sure if needed you tell them in advance.
Not necessarily handicapped accessible so make sure if needed you tell them in advance.
Written December 19, 2022
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Steve D
Vadnais Heights, MN167 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
I love BB KING! After visiting I can say the thrill is gone. Very slow service. After we sat down we waited a half hour. Finally went to the bar and ordered drinks and food. A 10 dollar cover charge each is fine but the band kept asking for a 20 dollar bill with your request on it. Actually saying come on don't be so cheap! Finally the bartender waved and I went to get my food. I've never felt like I was welcome or wanted,other than my money. The ribs were good,but not worth the insults
Written April 6, 2022
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K3892SPjackieb
Wichita, KS40 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
The place was cool, food good, band good. Seemed kinda dirty and rough around the edges. Why would they charge $5 per person to enter and then spend $200 on food/drinks?!? Seems greedy and uncalled for. My family enjoyed the place more than I but they don’t get out much lol.
Written January 11, 2020
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Tom F
Lemont, IL662 contributions
Oct 2020
It was the first time my wive was in Memphis. I looked for somewhere with a live band and found it. BB Kings has an excellent house band that plays a number of different music genres, no just blues. They are excellent musicians.
They play reduced hours, so you need to get there early, because they are off stage at 10:00pm.
They play reduced hours, so you need to get there early, because they are off stage at 10:00pm.
Written October 6, 2020
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Diana M
Carlsbad, NM134 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
Stopped in for a bite to eat and to hear some live Blues. We had the best time!
The BBQ ribs were the best we tried in Memphis. Including Central BBQ and Neely's. The shrimp and grits were also good.
Of course the music was outstanding but to top it off, Tony "TC" Coleman made an appearance and played a couple songs. GREAT NIGHT!
The BBQ ribs were the best we tried in Memphis. Including Central BBQ and Neely's. The shrimp and grits were also good.
Of course the music was outstanding but to top it off, Tony "TC" Coleman made an appearance and played a couple songs. GREAT NIGHT!
Written September 20, 2021
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Go33081034511
Tinton Falls, New Jersey
Can you just walk in and sit at the bar?
Written November 15, 2023
Hello. Husband and I plan to visit next week. Do you have any gluten free items on the menu, please?
Written November 1, 2019
Hello. Husband and I plan to visit next week. Do you have any gluten free items on the menu, please?
Written November 1, 2019
HI What time does her show start. We could only get reservation for 645. Hope it's not too early.
Written July 31, 2018
We didn’t need reservations. We just walked in. But I bet we were there around that time on a Saturday. Check the website, see if there is any info. DON’T GIVE UP YOUR SEAT
Written August 1, 2018
Do you need to make reservations?
Written September 19, 2017
What time goes the cover charge start?
Written July 27, 2017
We're heading to Memphis this summer and have 2 teenagers. Are minors allowed at BB King's or is it classified as a night club where one must be an adult to gain entry?
Written June 1, 2016
We saw kids in there. I would say its family friendly
Written June 1, 2016
How easy is it get seated on Friday and Saturday nights? I tried making reservations but don't do reservations on weekends.
Written August 9, 2015
Get there earlt..about 7 and no problem. Even later is not bad as there is a high turnover, especially at band breaks. The place is deceptively huge
Written August 10, 2015
Would love to stop in on our way through town. Is there RV parking near by? We don't mind walking.
Written June 28, 2015
I don't know about RV parking, that's not how we travelled...I am sure you can find something nearby...
Gary
Written June 29, 2015
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