The Pumping Station is among one of the most vibrant gay bars in the city. You’ll know you have come to the right place when you hear the sounds of loud music and see a bright rainbow flag at the entrance. Step inside and get ready to have a good time. This lively bar serves over 60 beers with a number of local craft beers available on tap along with a variety of delicious bar food on offer. They also regularly host pool tournaments, quiz nights and various other events on a daily basis. Voted top Gay Bar in Memphis since 2010, The Pumping Station is where you should be headed if you are looking for a laid-back gay bar.
Get on board at The Cove, a bar that specialises in cocktails and fresh raw oysters. The multiple award-winning bar serves beverages like Mint Julep, Pimm's Cup and Sazerac which are a few cocktails listed on the menu. Other drinks include beer or you could make a selection of wine from their collection. To satisfy your hunger pangs indulge in dishes like Shrimp Remoulade, Antipasto Platter and The Sicilian panini. The ambience is mostly lively as musicians take to the stage and perform various songs to entertain the crowd.
This bar has wrap-around windows that let you see the dancers bopping and jiving from the outside, or watch the street scene on Beale from the inside. Autographed guitars hang from the ceiling, offering proof that musicians such as Carl Perkins, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Joe Walsh and others have hung out here. The house act, James Govan and the Boogie Blues Band, performs at Rum Boogie Café when there isn't a visiting artist. The kitchen serves several dinner and snack items, but the Rum Boogie is famous for its red beans and rice.
This brewpub features several beers made on site, including Boscos Flaming Stone Beer, concocted using traditional German brewing techniques that give the beer its unique caramel character. Also on tap are India Pale Ale, Scottish Ale and various seasonal offerings. The specialty pizzas, such as the vegetarian, barbecue chicken and New York and Santa Fe varieties, are the best bets. Pastas, sandwiches, salads and grill items are also available. The spinach and artichoke dip and the battered and fried calamari appetizers are especially good. The pub atmosphere offers casual dining plus an outdoor patio. On the weekend, try the Sunday jazz brunch.
Dig into incredible sushi creations at Sekisui. The ingenious chefs mix flavors and ingredients to put together an array of highly acclaimed recipes like Hurricane tempura roll, Nashville roll, Pickled Daikon and nigiris. Such is the popularity and steady following of this restaurant, that customers themselves have requested custom made recipes, which hold pride of place on the menu. Try the Debra Roll with tuna, cilantro and ponzu sauce or the Jeni's Roll with lobster, scallions and smelt roe. This is a good place to try some sake and wine during happy hours. The service is professional and prompt, while the welcoming staff makes the experience more special.