New Memphis restaurants: From macarons to ramen to vegan fare, 8 spots you should try
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From bakeries to a ramen shop to takeout vegan fare, here are eight new eateries that opened in Memphis in November.
Jersey Mike’s Subs
5985 Stage Road, Bartlett; (901) 236-0500; jerseymikes.com
Jersey Mike’s Subs, known for its fresh sliced and fresh grilled subs, opened a new location at 5985 Stage Road in Bartlett on Nov. 1.
“We are very excited to bring Jersey Mike’s Subs to the Bartlett community,” local franchise owner Bret Dunnaway said.
Guests can place orders in-store or for pickup through the website or through the Jersey Mike’s app. Additionally, delivery is available in most areas through the Jersey Mike’s app or through third-party delivery partners. Curbside pickup is available for orders placed in Jersey Mike’s app.
Hours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. daily
The Wise Omega Bodega
Memphis International Airport (between gates 21 and 23)
Memphis International Airport welcomed its newest bar for travelers on Nov. 2, making a total of nine dining spots in the new terminal.
The Wise Omega Bodega serves several Memphis craft beers and brews from WISEACRE Brewing Company.
It is a full bar, so patrons will be able to get a beverage ranging from cocktails to beers to wines and more.
The bar also features a takeout counter where guests can grab a beverage and snack to go.
Hours: Hours based on airline flight schedules
Flame Ramen
61 S. Second St., Suite 160
Flame Ramen opened a second location on Nov. 6. Located at 61 S. Second St. in the One Commerce Square building, the new restaurant is a fast casual concept that offers a simplified version of Flame Ramen's menu.
The still extensive menu features ramen and rice bowls, bao buns and dumplings.
“We think ramen is an aesthetically pleasing food that is quick and filling,” general manager Cameron Hidayat said. “We had many of our customers asking for a Downtown location, as well as a location with more parking.”
The new location has seating for 50 guests, as well as an outdoor seating area.
Hours: 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday; closed Sunday
17 Berkshire
2055 West St., Suite 12, Germantown; 17berkshire.com
17 Berkshire opened a pop-up shop in Saddle Creek on Nov. 7. Located by Sephora and Lush, the new shop will be open at least through Valentine’s Day.
Owner Nuha Abuduhair said she is excited to have a Germantown location for her Overton Square-based pastry shop and café. “I live out this way and felt that there was a need to have something like this — a bakery that has the upscale, everyday luxury we offer,” she said.
The new bakery is very pink and girly, but still has the feel of the original location. There is seating for about 20, with tables spaced to sit for a spell to visit with a friend or do some work.
The new shop will offer her popular treats like French macarons, savory scones, sweet scones and danishes. There is also her full menu of coffees and teas.
Abuduhair said the new shop does not have a cold case, so they are currently not offering the mousse-based French pastries or the afternoon tea they serve at Overton Square.
Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday
French Truck Coffee
732 Madison Ave.; (901) 458-5599; frenchtruckcoffee.com
French Truck Coffee opened its third location in the Memphis area at 732 Madison Ave. on Nov. 10.
Owner Geoffrey Meeker said he is excited about being one of the first tenants in the Orleans Station development located adjacent to the Medical District and Edge District of Downtown Memphis.
“Coffee shops change neighborhoods,” he said. “We hope to be a hub for the Edge District and the employees and students in the Medical District.”
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The New Orleans-based coffee company specializes in providing artisan coffee that is roasted in small batches locally in Memphis.
The new 2,600-square-foot coffee shop was intentionally designed to be a gathering place. Seating options range for high-tops perfect for meeting with a friend for coffee to a quieter study nook that includes electric and USB plugs.
Hours: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday; 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday
Shroomlicious Meals
394 N. Watkins St.; shroomliciousmeals.com
Shroomlicious Meals opened its first brick-and-mortar location on Nov. 11 at 394 N. Watkins St.
Owner Daishu McGriff started her vegan meal prep business in 2021 in the Other Foods Kitchen (a shared commercial kitchen). Her mushroom-based dishes quickly gained popularity.
Expect dishes like Deep-fried Oyster Mushroom “Wings” in flavors like Honey Gold and Lemon Pepper, Sesame “Chicken” Fried Rice Bowls and Mushroom Street Tacos.
“I don’t like tofu, and was looking for something comparable to meat. I am a creative person and took it upon myself to explore and posted my recipes on social media. I soon started being called ‘the mushroom queen,’” McGriff said about how she started her mushroom-based business.
Currently, Shroomlicious is only offering meals to-go, but in 2024 McGriff will add seating and special events in her new space. A grab-and-go market featuring vendors from Other Foods Kitchen is also in the works.
Hours: Noon-8:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday
The Sift Bakery
5788 Stage Road, Suite 1, Bartlett; thesiftbakerytn.com
The Sift Bakery now has a permanent home.
Owner Lonisa Bowen (whom most know as Lala) opened a retail bakery shop at 5788 Stage Road, Suite 1, in Bartlett on Nov. 17.
"I wanted The Sift Bakery to have a permanent location, so our customers can come get the best macarons and the best pastries that Memphis has to offer," said Bowen, adding she is excited to have her first brick-and-mortar location be in Bartlett.
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The Sift Bakery is known for its tasty French macaron cookies that come in creative flavors like Birthday Cake, Banana Pudding, Strawberry Cheesecake, Vanilla Bean and Churro.
The new bakery also serves assorted baked good like cupcakes, cookies and spiral croissants.
Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday; closed Monday-Tuesday
The Wing Guru
5224 Airline Road, Suite 107, Arlington; (901) 209-0349; thewingguru.com
The Wing Guru opened its sixth Memphis-area location on Nov. 24. The newest location is in Arlington.
Former Memphis Tigers basketball player Billy Richmond founded The Wing Guru in 2017. It’s a Memphis chain known for hot wings and burgers.
More than 20 flavors of wings are offered. Many are true originals, including the Triple J. Richmond developed this Honey Gold-based flavor in partnership with Memphis Grizzlies player Jaren Jackson Jr. — hence the name Triple J.
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday
Jennifer Chandler is the Food & Dining reporter at The Commercial Appeal. She can be reached at jennifer.chandler@commercialappeal.com and you can follow her on X and Instagram at @cookwjennifer.
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