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.
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.
Take a cue from the sign outside and enjoy a Guinness at Celtic Crossing. A traditional menu of pub food like Irish beef stew, fish and chips, and shepherd's pie is made even better by weekly specials. Traditional Irish music played by local musicians can be heard several times per month, and trivia night is always popular. When they don't have live music, you might catch great local DJs providing the musical entertainment for the evening. Check the website for information on music and events.
The Slider Inn is a popular dive bar in Memphis that is much-visited by patrons. It serves some wholesome salads and burgers which can be washed down by pitchers of beer. Open till 3a daily, the venue also hosts quiz nights from time to time. Dine outdoors and enjoy the cool breeze in fine weather.
Lamplighter Lounge is a vibrant dive bar that has been in operation since more than 40 years. Set in a quirky space with celebrity portraits adorning the walls, a pool table and sounds from the jukebox resonating through the interiors, the lounge has quite a divey ambience. Not only do they offer ice-cold beer, but they also serve an assortment of American dishes like cheeseburgers, fries and sandwiches in case you get hungry. Head to this lively place and spend quality time with old friends over great food and drinks or get ready to make new ones. Whatever your reason, you are sure to love this laid-back bar.
The food here is designed to complement the beer. Appetizers include the beer cheese soup, hot tamales, sausage quesadillas, and sausage and cheese plates. Sandwiches make up most of the main dishes. One of the rooms contains a large bar and wooden tables and chairs, and the other room has pool tables and a sports bar atmosphere. The most popular place to eat and drink is on the wrap-around patio at the windows. Cigar smoking is encouraged on the patio, and the restaurant offers a cigar list. The restaurant features live music on weekends and is in the heart of the tourist district, so there are usually plenty of chances for people-watching.