Best ribs in Memphis, hands down! Do not believe the Rendezvous lies, Rendezvous sucks. I am from St. Louis but now live here for work and I have tried all of the BBQ joints in Memphis, and this is the best for ribs. Go there you will not be sorry. They also have unbelievably big and juicy steaks here. If... more

Nothing fancy, but the ribs were really good, the server was there when we needed her and the place was filled to capacity with happy diners. Beale Street location couldn't be more convenient. more

Went to the Blues City Cafe on 4/21 and loved it! Ribs were awesome! My mom got shrimp and my dad got chilli and they both loved it! Didn't try dessert but wish I had. Great atmosphere and quick service. Will definatly return when in Memphis! more

Succulent ribs, the meat tender and beautifully spiced. I did not find them as saucy as others said. Don't bother with an appetizer - you'll be stuffed with 1/2 rack of ribs and other entrees looked even larger. A great spot - just avoid Sundays; they are off their game on an off night. On a Sunday visit, the ribs... more

Unfortunately, there was no band at the time I went to the Blues City Cafe. But everything else was fantastic. The food, the service, the general atmosphere was excellent. I had the chicken breat (amazingly, I was not in the mood for the much talked about RIBS), and my family member enjoyed their meals very much (Soul Stew, Sausage and... more

After reading the reviews in Trip Advisor, we stopped here to try the ribs. But, "World's Best Homemade Tamales" caught my husband's eye. My husband is Hispanic and in his eyes his mom's tamales would always be the best. But she's been gone for a number of years and he couldn't resist giving them a try. One taste and he... more

My friend and I went here based on the Trip Advisor recommendation. It did not disappoint! We had the rib dinner and I can honestly say they were the best ribs I'd ever had. Blues City Cafe catches the grittiness of bluesy Memphis. I could easily imagine BB King sitting at the next table having a plate of ribs. We... more

I love the Blues City Cafe. I go to Memphis twice a year, and that is the first place I rush to! Whether lunch or dinner, their food is excellent, casual atmosphere and friendly workers. I have been coming to Memphis 10 years now and can't recommend any place higher than Blues City Cafe. more

Best BBQ around/on Beale! Great music too! more