Where Food Is art and a Staple of OUR Identity & Culture. Yes, Memphis has 100-plus barbecue restaurants. But we have just as many establishments dedicated to wings, not to mention Southern and soul food, and creative, contemporary twists on all our delicious culinary traditions. Because we believe home is where the food is. The Lobbyist Hog & Hominy The prestigious MICHELIN Guide has expanded its Atlanta Guide to the American South, highlighting the region's best restaurants. Five Memphis staples received recognition in 2025. Scan the code to explore these must-try Memphis restaurants. Michelin Memphis Felicia Suzanne's , The Lobbyist , Andrew Michael's Italian Kitchen and Petals of a Peony have earned recognition from the MICHELIN Guide for their outstanding cuisine, while Hog & Hominy secured a coveted Bib Gourmand Award. Memphis Classics For a taste of local favorites, from chef-inspired fine dining to renowned soul food to Elvis' old stomping grounds, try The Arcade , Beauty Shop , Soul Fish , Sunrise Memphis , Gus's , SOB , Restaurant Iris and Flight . memphistravel.c om/ michelin-memphis Clockwise from top: Julian Harper, Alex Shansky, Julian Harper, Craig Thompson Curious about local craft beer? memphistravel.com/memphis-hops-stops 10 Beauty Shop MICHELIN Guide American South Tradition & Twists