Experience · Memphis
Downtown Dinner & Blues Date Night
Start your evening with an elegant dinner at Flight, sampling multiple dishes and wines in a unique 'flight' style. Then, step into the iconic B.B. King's Blues Club for a memorable night of live music and classic Memphis blues, soaking in the city's legendary atmosphere.
A 4.5-hour Downtown Memphis evening plan for couples — Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar, B.B. King's Blues Club, Rum Boogie Cafe.
- Duration
- 4h 30m
- Cost
- $120–$200
- Stops
- 3 stops
- Area
- Downtown Memphis
- Walking
- Moderate walking · Total 0.4-mile driving route
- Best time
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Ideal for
- Couples · Friends · Solo
The plan
The plan
- 1Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar(1 hr 30 min)→
- 2B.B. King's Blues Club(2 hrs)→
- 3Rum Boogie Cafe(30 min)
Why this plan works
Every stop sits in Downtown Memphis, so the whole plan happens inside one neighborhood. 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 Rum Boogie Cafe — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to couples, friends, and solo who want a planned Memphis outing without improvising between stops.
The story
Overview
Start your evening with an elegant dinner at Flight, sampling multiple dishes and wines in a unique 'flight' style. Then, step into the iconic B.B. King's Blues Club for a memorable night of live music and classic Memphis blues, soaking in the city's legendary atmosphere.
The itinerary
3 stops, one great day
- 11h 30mFlight Restaurant and Wine Bar
Food & Drink · Downtown Memphis
Small plates of soups, salads & entrees are served with taster-size pours of wine in posh surrounds.
What to do — Experience their unique dining concept by choosing 'flights' of appetizers, entrees, and desserts, allowing you to sample multiple exquisite dishes.
Scout Side QuestBefore the first bite, guess which dish in the flight will be your date's runaway favorite. See who gets it right.
Book it · Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar
Historic Memphis Guided Walking Tour: Memphis Beyond Beale4.8 (449)3 hrFrom $330.2 mi away
Check availability
0.3 mi · 6 min walk or 4 min drive
Then Take a short walk or quick ride to Beale Street for the blues club.
22 hrsB.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 — Enjoy an electrifying live blues performance by talented musicians in a club dedicated to the legendary B.B. King.
Scout Side QuestDecide together which musician on stage is having the absolute most fun tonight.
Book it · B.B. King's Blues Club
0.1 mi · 3 min walk or 3 min drive
Then Short hop over to Rum Boogie Cafe.
3Optional 30 minRum Boogie CafeFood & Drink · Downtown Memphis
Bar & grill decked out with celebrity-signed guitars offering live music, BBQ, beer & rum drinks.
What to do — Catch the late set at Rum Boogie Cafe and let the night run a little long.
Book it · Rum Boogie Cafe
Scout Stories
People who did this
Be the first to leave a Moment.
Did this outing? Hit "We Did This" up top and share a photo.
The route
On the map
Common questions
Planning this outing
- Is this a good Memphis itinerary for couples?
- Yes. It's built for couples, friends, and solo and runs about 4 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar.
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 4 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this Memphis itinerary cost?
- Roughly $120–$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 0.4 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.
Keep exploring
More ways to spend time in Memphis
Different moods, same city.
Arts & CultureMemphisMemphis Soul & River Views AfternoonImmerse yourself in the rich history of American soul music at the Stax Museum, then savor classic Memphis fried chicken for lunch. Conclude your afternoon with serene views of the Mississippi River from Tom Lee Park, reflecting on the city's unique cultural tapestry.
- Duration
- 4 hrs
- Cost
- $25–$50
- Ideal for
- Friends · Solo
Date NightMemphisDowntown Music & Dinner DateBegin your date night with sophisticated sips and bites at Catherine & Mary's, then dive into the vibrant history of Memphis music legends at the Memphis Music Hall of Fame. Conclude your evening with an upscale dinner at McEwen's, enjoying refined Southern dishes.
- Duration
- 4 hrs
- Cost
- $100–$200
- Ideal for
- Couples · Solo
FamilyMemphisMemphis Science & Park Family DayKick off your day with a casual coffee and pastry before heading to the Memphis Museum of Science & History, where interactive exhibits and a planetarium will engage the whole family. Refuel with delicious wood-fired pizza and locally brewed sodas, then unwind at nearby Audubon Park with some outdoor play.
- Duration
- 6 hrs
- Cost
- $50–$80
- Ideal for
- Families · Kids
OutdoorsMemphisMorning Walk & Coffee in Downtown MemphisBegin your day with a peaceful stroll through Greenbelt Park, taking in the serene river views. Follow it up with an affordable and energizing breakfast, then enjoy a final relaxing walk along the Mississippi River Park.
- Duration
- 3 hrs
- Cost
- $10–$25
- Ideal for
- Solo · Friends
Food & DrinkMemphisDowntown Blues & Bites DateStart 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.
- Duration
- 4 hrs
- Cost
- $100–$200
- Ideal for
- Couples · Solo
Arts & CultureMemphisMidtown Park & Shell AfternoonEnjoy a leisurely afternoon starting with Southern-inspired Italian dishes, then immerse yourself in the vibrant local arts scene at the Overton Park Shell. Conclude your outing with a peaceful stroll through the tranquil Japanese Garden within the Memphis Botanic Garden, a perfect way to wind down.
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- Cost
- $25–$75
- Ideal for
- Friends · Couples