Experience · Memphis

Blues & Bites Downtown Date Night

Kick off your evening with the legendary live blues at B.B. King's, soaking in the iconic Memphis sound. Then, enjoy an elegant dinner at a downtown restaurant, making for a classic and memorable date night.

A 3.5-hour Memphis evening plan for couples — B.B. King's Blues Club, Catherine & Mary's, Silly Goose Lounge.

Duration
3h 30m
Cost
$120–$250
Stops
3 stops
Area
Downtown Memphis + 1 more
Walking
Light walking · Total 0.3-mile driving route
Best time
5:00 – 10:00 PM
Ideal for
Couples · Friends · Solo · Adults
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Blues & Bites Downtown Date Night

The plan

The plan

  1. 1B.B. King's Blues Club(1 hr 30 min)→
  2. 2Catherine & Mary's(1 hr 30 min)→
  3. 3Silly Goose Lounge(30 min)

Why this plan works

The 3 stops cover about 0.3 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of Memphis instead of crossing town between them. B.B. King's Blues Club is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Silly Goose Lounge — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to couples, friends, solo, and adults who want a planned Memphis outing without improvising between stops.

The story

Overview

Kick off your evening with the legendary live blues at B.B. King's, soaking in the iconic Memphis sound. Then, enjoy an elegant dinner at a downtown restaurant, making for a classic and memorable date night.

The itinerary

3 stops, one great day

  1. B.B. King's Blues Club1
    1h 30m
    B.B. King's Blues Club

    Food & Drink · Downtown Memphis

    Blues fans come for live music & Southern food classics in a brightly decorated listening room.

    What to do — Arrive early to grab a good spot and immerse yourselves in the soulful sounds of live blues music.

    0.1 mi · 3 min walk or 3 min drive

    Then A short walk will take you to your dinner destination on South Main Street.

  2. Catherine & Mary's2
    1h 30m
    Catherine & Mary's

    Food & Drink · South Main

    Tony, industrial-chic destination for chef-driven Tuscan & Sicilian cuisine, wine & cocktails.

    What to do — Savor chef-driven Tuscan and Sicilian cuisine in a stylish, industrial-chic setting.

    0.2 mi · 4 min walk or 3 min drive

    Then Take a leisurely stroll back towards Beale Street or to your car.

  3. Silly Goose Lounge3
    Optional 30 min
    Silly Goose Lounge

    Nightlife · Downtown Memphis

    Clubby, dimly-lit lounge with antique furniture for drinks, happy hours & a bar menu.

    What to do — Optional nightcap for those who drink — skip it and the plan still works. Settle into the cozy atmosphere for a final cocktail to end your evening.

The route

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Common questions

Planning this outing

Is this a good Memphis itinerary for couples?
Yes. It's built for couples, friends, solo, and adults and runs about 3 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at B.B. King's Blues Club.
How long does this outing take?
Plan on 3 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Memphis itinerary cost?
Roughly $120–$250 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?
Yes — every hop is under a mile, about 0.3 miles of walking in total.
Do I need reservations?
No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.

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