Experience · Memphis
Downtown Blues & Bites Date
Start your romantic evening with an appetizer and a cocktail at a trendy downtown eatery, setting a sophisticated tone. Then, immerse yourselves in the soulful sounds of live blues music, followed by an elegant dinner of refined Southern-influenced Italian cuisine.
A 4-hour Memphis evening plan for couples — Esco Memphis Restaurant & Tapas, B.B. King's Blues Club, Catherine & Mary's.
- Duration
- 4 hrs
- Cost
- $100–$200
- Stops
- 3 stops
- Area
- Downtown Memphis + 1 more
- Walking
- Light walking · Total 0.1-mile driving route
- Best time
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Ideal for
- Couples · Solo
The plan
The plan
- 1Esco Memphis Restaurant & Tapas(1 hr)→
- 2B.B. King's Blues Club(1 hr 30 min)→
- 3Catherine & Mary's(1 hr 30 min)
Why this plan works
The 3 stops cover about 0.1 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 Catherine & Mary's — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to couples and solo who want a planned Memphis outing without improvising between stops.
The story
Overview
Start your romantic evening with an appetizer and a cocktail at a trendy downtown eatery, setting a sophisticated tone. Then, immerse yourselves in the soulful sounds of live blues music, followed by an elegant dinner of refined Southern-influenced Italian cuisine.
The itinerary
3 stops, one great day
- 11 hrEsco Memphis Restaurant & Tapas
Food & Drink · Downtown Memphis
What to do — Arrive for an early dinner or just drinks and small bites, enjoying the lively atmosphere before the main event.
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Memphis Civil Rights Smartphone Guided Walking Tour4.0 (5)2 hrFrom $100.1 mi away
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0 mi · 3 min drive
Then A short walk to Beale Street will bring you to the heart of the blues scene.
21h 30mB.B. King's Blues ClubFood & Drink · Downtown Memphis
Blues fans come for live music & Southern food classics in a brightly decorated listening room.
What to do — Find a cozy spot to listen to the live blues band, soaking in the iconic atmosphere of this historic club. Order drinks to enjoy with the music.
Scout Side QuestBetween songs, each invent a classic blues song title that describes how your week has been going.
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0.1 mi · 3 min walk or 3 min drive
Then Take a leisurely stroll to Catherine & Mary's for a refined dinner experience.
3Optional 1h 30mCatherine & Mary'sFood & Drink · South Main
Tony, industrial-chic destination for chef-driven Tuscan & Sicilian cuisine, wine & cocktails.
What to do — Savor a thoughtfully prepared meal, choosing from a menu of innovative dishes and a curated wine list to complete your memorable evening.
Scout Side QuestBefore opening your menus, guess which flavor or ingredient the other person will be most drawn to tonight.
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Welcome to Memphis: Private Downtown Orientation Walk5.0 (1)1 hrFrom $850.1 mi away
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Premium Elvis Experience: City Tour with Graceland Tickets5.0 (61)7 hrFrom $4800.1 mi away
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Planning this outing
- Is this a good Memphis itinerary for couples?
- Yes. It's built for couples and solo and runs about 4 hrs across 3 stops, starting at Esco Memphis Restaurant & Tapas.
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 4 hrs door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this Memphis itinerary cost?
- Roughly $100–$200 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 0.1 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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