3 New Memphis Restaurants to Try This Month (Plus What’s Coming Soon!)
Discover the latest Memphis restaurant openings, new neighborhood favorites, and exciting spots coming soon — with plenty of delicious reasons to plan your next meal out! Image: Facebook / Hive Bagel & Deli
From freshly baked bagels and live-fire pizza to authentic Uzbek dishes and Southern comfort food, our new Memphis restaurants cover plenty of culinary ground. And there’s more on the way! Here’s a look at the latest places to eat around town, plus a few upcoming openings worth knowing about.
Breadie’s Cafe
Location: East Memphis
More Info: breadiescafe.com
Breadie’s brings a mix of sweet and savory offerings for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, making it a versatile stop any time of day. The café’s menu boasts bagels, pastries, sandwiches, soups, and live-fire pizza, with plenty of variety. Southern staples, including gumbo and buttermilk biscuits, round out a menu that blends familiar favorites with options to explore.
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Oasis Fire Grill
Location: Bartlett
More Info: Instagram
Now you can find authentic Uzbek cuisine right here in the 901. What started as a food truck has grown into a brick-and-mortar restaurant on Memphis Arlington Road, bringing even more flavors to the area. Stop by to try favorites like manti and Kazan kebab, along with wings and other menu options worth exploring.
NEW LOCATION: Hive Bagel and Deli
Location: East Memphis
More Info: hivebagelanddeli.com
Your favorite bagel and deli is now open in White Station Plaza! Hive offers bagels made with Memphis honey, freshly baked bread, coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and so much more. Stop by daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to check out the extended breakfast and lunch menus, along with seasonal offerings like the Pottsfield coffee made with pumpkin sage syrup.
COMING SOON!
- Big Bad Breakfast is heading to Cooper-Young for its second Memphis location. The James Beard Award-winning spot is known for its coffee, biscuits, cocktails, and hearty breakfast and brunch favorites, giving us another place to enjoy a leisurely morning meal.
- Blue Noir is set to debut soon on Riverdale Road in the former Joe’s Crab Shack location. The new spot will offer a fine dining experience complete with a bar and lounge.
- Little Petals is continuing to expand across Memphis, with its next location coming to Raleigh. The new spot will mark the seventh Memphis location for Petals of Peony, serving fan favorites like spicy dumplings, spicy Peony chicken, and more.
- Brunswick Rail Yard is set to open for dine-in service in November, but you can already order for pickup! The menu features Southern favorites like catfish and BBQ hot dogs, along with pizzas, salads, wings, and cookies from local bakeries.
- Dave’s Hot Chicken is bringing its signature spicy chicken to town! This is the second Tennessee location for the popular Nashville-style hot chicken spot, and it’s sure to heat up Memphis’s culinary scene.
Craving more? Keep scrolling for more recent restaurant openings!
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SEPTEMBER 2026 UPDATES
Craving new flavors this fall? You’re in luck, because there are plenty of recently opened places to eat. Come hungry for Southern favorites, authentic Asian fare, and so much more, with new Memphis restaurants bringing delicious dishes to the city in spades. Try something completely different, revisit a familiar favorite with a new twist, or simply find your next go-to spot.
Hungry AF Kitchen
Location: East Memphis
More Info: hungryafeats.com
Already known for its catering, Hungry AF has recently opened a brick-and-mortar location of its own. The new spot puts a fun spin on classic favorites, including its beloved seafood dips, Strawberry “Henny” Wings, and more. Stop by for lunch or dinner, or swing in for weekend breakfast, when the menu offers savory, sweet, and spicy options. And don’t fret! Hungry AF’s catering menu is still available for your next event, too.
Stomping Grounds
Location: Midtown
More Info: letsstomparound.com
The long-awaited Stomping Grounds is officially open, giving families a new place to play, eat, and hang out. The new spot features food from Wild Beet, plus a tap wall stocked with coffee, craft soda, wine and beer for the grown-ups, and indoor and outdoor play areas for the kids. Grab a bite, settle in with a drink, and let the little ones burn off some energy.
Walt & Ricky’s Seafood Kitchen
Location: Downtown
More Info: wrseafood.com
The former Fancy’s location has a new tenant: Walt & Ricky’s, a casual waterfront spot serving fresh seafood, raw oysters, and handcrafted cocktails. Make sure to add a side of truffle fries to your order — trust us! The coastal-inspired menu pairs nicely with views of the water, making it an easy pick for a laid-back meal with a little seaside flair.
NEW LOCATION: Little Petals
Location: Highland – East Memphis
More Info: petalsofapeony.com
East Memphians, you no longer have to make the drive for Sichuan cuisine! Little Petals recently opened on Highland, not far from the University of Memphis campus, bringing flavorful Sichuan fare to the neighborhood. Stop by for lunch or dinner and dig into dishes like kung pao chicken and spring rolls. It’s a convenient new spot for students, staff, and anyone craving something with a little spice.
Still hungry? Keep scrolling to see more recent restaurant openings across Memphis!
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AUGUST 2026 UPDATES
Take your taste buds on a tour of Memphis with a visit to these new restaurants. Whether you’re craving authentic Mexican food, Southern comfort classics, or something quick and convenient from the drive-thru, these new spots are worth checking out.
El Agave Mexican Grill
Location: East Memphis
More Info: elagavemexicanrestaurants.com
El Agave has arrived here in the 901, with authentic Mexican dishes and a menu of healthier options, so there’s a dish to suit every taste. Try some of its bestsellers, like the Sky Surf and Turf Dip, Mexican torta, Chile Colorado, or fajita quesadilla.
Flavors of India Bar & Grill
Location: Downtown
More Info: Facebook
Flavors of India Bar & Grill brings an expansive menu of Indian favorites to Peabody Place in Downtown Memphis. Dig into everything from chicken tikka masala and pepper-forward curries to biryani, dosas, naan, and jeera rice. You’ll find the new spot near Texas de Brazil.
JTAP Kitchen
Location: East Memphis
More Info: jtapkitchen.com
JTAP Kitchen blends high-end and casual dining for an experience unlike any other. Some of the highlights include spring pea risotto, grilled salmon with mango salsa, and braised short rib, but there’s also a delicious mix of other offerings, from appetizers to dessert. (Try the loaded Snicker bar for a tasty twist on a classic candy!)
Taco-N-Ganas Drive-Thru
Location: Cordova
More Info: taconganas.com
Your favorite Memphis taco spot now has its very first drive-thru location in Cordova. Swing by to enjoy classics like birria tacos and quesadillas, or grab a party pack for your next event. You can even buy merch at the drive-thru!
Tulips Restaurant & Bar
Location: Southwind
More Info: tulipsrestaurant.com
Tulips Restaurant and Bar is now open in Southwind, bringing a new spin on Indian cuisine to Winchester Road. The spacious restaurant pairs Indian favorites with Mexican-inspired dishes, plus cocktails, live music, and outdoor seating for a dining experience that can easily stretch into a night out.
Dig in, 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.
