7 Memphis Patios Hosting Live Music This Season
Soak up Memphis’s patio season before the summer heat arrives! Grab a seat outside at these local spots to enjoy bands, riverside views, craft cocktails, and memorable bites. Image: Facebook / Ghost River Brewing Co.
Before summer officially hits in Memphis, snag a table outside and soak up this stretch of perfect patio weather. From lively hangouts to laid-back spots made for catching up with friends, these local favorites are home to some of the best patios in Memphis. Order a round, settle into the sunshine, and stay awhile. Bonus points if you time your visit with one of their live music lineups so the soundtrack is as good as the food!
Ciao Bella
Location: East Memphis
More Info: ciaobellamemphis.com
Ciao Bella has been serving authentic Italian food for more than 10 years, and it has recently added live music to its patio seating. You can enjoy local artists every Friday — and it’s popular! Some nights have been standing-room-only, so make a reservation in advance. Don’t skip out on lasagna and sea-salted caramel cheesecake while you watch the show.
Ghost River Brewing Co.
Location: Downtown
More Info: ghostriverbrewing.com
Ghost River Brewing has two taproom locations, one on South Main and one on Beale, and you can enjoy patios at both. But South Main is where the live music happens. Ghost River has live music most evenings from Thursday to Sunday, with upcoming performances throughout May. Pair the show with burgers, avocado fries, and locally-made beer on tap.
Loflin Yard
Location: Downtown
More Info: loflinyard.com
On Sundays, Loflin Yard has live music to accompany its tasty menu of snacks, wings, burgers, cocktails, and more. And how about a frozen cocktail while you watch the show? Plus, this restaurant typically offers a strong lineup of weekly and monthly events, so keep an eye on the calendar to avoid missing out.
Mahogany River Terrace
Location: Harbor Town
More Info: mahoganyriverterrace.com
Enjoy one-of-a-kind views of the Mississippi River at Mahogany River Terrace. The restaurant offers live music on Fridays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., where you can watch the sun set over the Memphis bridge. Unwind with a glass of wine, some Cajun fried catfish, and a seasonal dessert. (SB Tip: They also offer vegan options, like egg rolls and a BBQ sandwich.)
Silky’s
Location: Downtown
More Info: silkyosullivans.com
Silky’s is famous on Beale for being the “bar with the goats,” but that’s not all it offers. Stop by for a seat on the patio and listen to live music while you dine on lunch or dinner. Unlike most other spots around town, you can find music throughout the day, such as dueling piano performances and local bands. Check their Instagram for upcoming shows.
Boscos Restaurant and Brewing Company
Location: Overton Square
More Info: boscosbeer.com
Casual dining meets a local brewery at this Overton spot, which frequently has live music. Sit on the patio for views of Overton Square as you dine on wood-fired oven pizzas and seasonal beer, like the Farmhouse Ale or the Boscos Mixed Berry Berliner Weisse.
Momma’s
Location: Downtown
More Info: mommasbar.com
This trucker-themed bar has vibes as unique (and fun) as its menu. They often have live music during special evenings, like $6 Whiskey Wednesday or Saturday brunch. It’s worth swinging by for a firebird chicken sandwich, some fried pie, and a cocktail. And, if you want to be the star of your own show, pop by for karaoke night!
Happy spring, Memphis!
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Ariel Taranski
Ariel's been writing professionally for over a decade, with a passion for travel, pets, good food, and a great book. She's lived in Memphis for over half of her life, a transplant from Florida and Southern through-and-through.