50 Places to Have a Rehearsal Dinner in Memphis
It can be so hard to find the best venue for your rehearsal dinner. Between finding the perfect location, to staying within budget, and being able to find the right max capacity, so many tedious details. As a wedding planner I get asked all the time where to have a rehearsal dinner here in Memphis, so I decided to make a list of the restaurants that allow for private parties! Featuring price point, to max capacity, all the way to where they are located, in order to help you find your dream spot!
1. Acre
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-Occupancy: 250
ACRE was born out of three Southern transplants who agreed there was something missing from the Memphis restaurant scene. Chef, partner, and general manager, Wally Joe partnered with Mary and Frank Stanley to develop a restaurant with a rustic and intimate environment with simple yet intricately prepared food! You’ll feel right at home when you step into ACRE!
2. Texas De Brazil
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-Occupancy: 70
Here you really feel like royalty. Texas de Brazil is located in Downtown Memphis making it the perfect location for a mini Memphis tour or family portrait setting! With an endless parade of a wide range of meats and other entrees, Texas de Brazil creates a festive and lively atmosphere for you and your guests!
3. Corky’s
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Corky’s is the definition of Memphis BBQ. Voted the #1 BBQ restaurant in Memphis 22 times, Corky’s practically guarantees you’ll receive the most authentic and mouth-watering BBQ you’ll ever eat!
4. Las Delicias
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-Started from huble beginnings of selling tacos out of his garage, Antonio Martinez opened Las Delicias with the mindset of serving the most authentic Mexican food north of the border. With 3 locations under his belt, Martinez still proudly stands on his principles of having the most authentic and delicious Mexican food around!
5. Owen Brennan’s
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-Occupancy: 100
You don’t have to travel to New Orleans to get the New Orleans experience with Owen Brennan’s in Germantown! Family-owned and operated, Owen Brennan’s serves the best brunch in town, perfect for an early rehearsal or day-after meal!
6. Itta Bena
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- Occupancy: 130 sitting, 200 cocktail style
With contemporary Southern cuisine, Itta Bena serves it up in style with premiere Southern hospitality. Located above the BB King’s Blues Club, your rehearsal dinner with have a smooth and high-end vibe.
7. Ciao Bella
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-20 sitting, 35 cocktail
With tastes of Italian and Greek cuisine, you’ll love to eat in the warm ambiance of the main dining room, enjoy dinner on a cool, summer night on the patio, experience a romantic dinner in the Grotto, or even cheer on your favorite sporting team on the TV screen, you will find a warm, inviting atmosphere.
8. Napa Cafe
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-two rooms sit 65, the bar sits 45
With multiple rooms to choose from, you can expect to enjoy Californian-inspired dishes like halibut and lamb.
9. Folks Folly
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-Occupancy: 80
Humphrey Folk, Jr. started this eatery with zero restauranteur or culinary experience and little support from peers and added Folly to his name to invoke the spirit of good humor. Folk’s Folly prides itself Memphis’s original steakhouse and hasn’t looked back since!
10. South of Beale
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After taking over Interim during the COVID-19 Pandemic, South of Beale boasts a wide variety of high-end entrees.
11. Pete and Sams
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Pete and Sam’s began when Sam was discharged from the Army, and the two wished to bring his love for watching his mother cook to a bigger stage. Pete and Sam’s Italian restaurant was born and offers was wide selection of traditional Italian and American dining!
12. Butcher Shop
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The Butcher Shop steakhouse boasts of grain-fed, simply prepared steaks since 1981. Served with traditional steakhouse sides like sauteed mushrooms and baked potatoes, the intimate setting is perfect for any event.
13. Chickasaw Country Club
Founded in 1922, the Chickasaw Country Club is centrally located off Sam Cooper Boulevard and recently underwent a full renovation in 2018! The Chickasaw Country Club can accommodate both casual and fine dining.
14. Central BBQ
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The triple threat of fall-off-the-bone-meat southern hospitality, and a good time! Central BBQ was born from two BBQ Pit competitors and has since expanded around Memphis and into Nashville!
27. Alchemy
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28. Erling Jensen
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29. The Second Line
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35. Mesquite Chop House
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36. Brickwood Hall
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37. Hu Hotel
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41. Cafe Keough
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42. The Brooks Museum
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44. Candy Factory
46. Jim’s Place
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48. Cafe Society
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49. The Gray Canary
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50. Pontotoc Lounge
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This list is comprised of a wide variety of rehearsal dinner ideas that can accommodate your specific style or needs - anything from casual coffee house to a formal dinner setting!
