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Itta Bena, Memphis, TN

Itta Bena

4.8
4.8
4796 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 43 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
Located on the third floor of B.B. King's Blues Club overlooking historic Beale Street you will find Itta Bena "A unique delta experience". Whether entering from our private Second Street entrance or walking through the secret hall from inside B.B. King's Blues Club, Itta Bena is sure to capture your senses. The experience is further heightened when you step inside and find yourself surrounded by rich wood floors, vaulted ceilings, deep golden hued chandeliers and the faint sound of the bustling street below. Touching all the senses, we enrich your evening by offering a delta inspired menu of robust flavors and clean presentation. Itta Bena is a complete overwhelming of the senses that you must experience for yourself.
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  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (901) 578-3031
  • Website
    http://ittabenadining.com/memphis/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Oscar Pena
  • Private party facilities
    Consistent with Itta Bena’s rich rhythm and blues history our Private Dining Room overlooks Beale Street through blue tinted windows, discreetly tucked away in the corner of our restaurant. Walls decorated with intricate woodwork and a curtained entrance offer privacy to parties of up to 200.
  • Private party contact
    Kathrine Corvelli: (901) 202-9114
  • Location
    145 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Second
  • Parking details
    None
  • Entertainment
    Itta Bena is located just above B.B. King's Blues Club on historic Beale St. Live music captivates our guests and enhances the nearly surreal dining experience. On Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturday nights, Susan Marshall enchants her audience, performing arguably as the contemporary Memphis scene's most powerful and versatile pure singer yet (According to The Memphis Flyer). Visit our website to learn more.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wine

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Crab Stuffed AvocadoUSD 16.00

    Lump crab salad, cornmeal breaded and flash-fried, house remoulade, pico de gallo

    • Pimento Cheese and Caramelized Onion DipUSD 13.00

      Served with pita chips

      • Cajun Abita ShrimpUSD 18.00

        Our signature favorite. Served house-made Abita beer bread

        • Itta Bena Smoked BaconUSD 22.00

          Thick-cut smoked bacon strips, herb goat cheese, blueberry compote, sweet & hot peppers, mozzarella balls, garlic Parmesan baguette

          • Bayou Crab DipUSD 18.00

            Lump crab, cajun seasoning, cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic Parmesan French baguette

            • Crab Stuffed ShrimpUSD 18.00

              Lemon cream sauce, scampi sauce

              • Short Rib SliderUSD 16.00

                Pesto aioli, roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, herb goat cheese, shiitake mushrooms, mesclun greens on a brioche roll

                • Lamb LollipopsUSD 16.00

                  Rosemary sauce & feta cheese

                  Last updated: 31 July 2024

                  What 4,796 people are saying

                  Overall ratings and reviews

                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                  4.8
                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                  • 4.8Food
                  • 4.8Service
                  • 4.9Ambience
                  • 4.6Value

                  Noise • Moderate

                  Loved For

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Best Ambience

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Hot spot

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Romantic

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Good for special occasions

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Lively

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Most Booked

                  • Memphis

                    Best Ambience

                  • Memphis

                    Hot spot

                  • Memphis

                    Romantic

                  • Memphis

                    Good for special occasions

                  • Memphis

                    Lively

                  • Memphis

                    Most Booked

                  Review summary

                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                  Itta Bena is a hidden gem in Memphis, offering a unique speakeasy vibe and elegant ambiance. Known for its "fantastic" food and "amazing" service, patrons rave about the crab-stuffed shrimp and lamb chops. Enjoy live music while dining on well-prepared dishes in a relaxed, classy atmosphere.

                  4,796 Reviews

                  1. Lisa

                    Dallas

                    14 reviews

                    vip
                    5.0

                    14 reviews

                    Dined today

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    This speakeasy-ish spot was crazy wonderful - once we found it! It’s tucked away on a side street off of Beale. The appetizer - smoked bacon with goat cheese and currants - slayed. Our waiter, Greg, couldn’t have been nicer. In terms of interiors, the blue-tinted windows framed in rough hewn wood that contrasted to the boxy, modern light fixtures, (set low, of course), plus the live blues music duo nestled in the corner was intoxicatingly delicious. It’s right up there on my list of exquisite dining experiences. Even better, since we ate there we got free tickets to the blues club below. It’s the total date night package. Such a kick!

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                  2. Yulia

                    Chicago

                    3 reviews

                    vip
                    5.0

                    3 reviews

                    Dined 1 day ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Sat at the bar. Bartender was excellent (Gregory?). Food is great. Music was delightful. Will be back

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                  3. Kerry

                    Tampa

                    3 reviews

                    5.0

                    3 reviews

                    Dined 5 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    We had an absolutely delightful dinner. The food was savory and comforting, and the service with Jane was impeccable. This is a hidden treasure in downtown Memphis. Bravo!

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                  4. Betsy

                    Central Coast

                    4 reviews

                    5.0

                    4 reviews

                    Dined 6 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    We chose Itta Bena for our last night in Memphis - saved the best for last! The food was incredible and we had a delightful server, Chris, who made our night very special. Looking forward to coming back!

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                  5. Gayle

                    Dallas

                    2 reviews

                    5.0

                    2 reviews

                    Dined 6 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    We had an excellent experience! The food was spectacular, service was spot-on, and we were seated in the little room that overlooks Beale, which is a bit quieter - thank you!!

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                  6. Andrea

                    Cincinnati

                    41 reviews

                    5.0

                    41 reviews

                    Dined 6 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Great food and great music to enjoy your dinner by. We highly recommend it and hope to come back again.

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                  7. OpenTable Diner

                    Memphis/West TN

                    5 reviews

                    5.0

                    5 reviews

                    Dined 7 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Loved it! This was our 6+ visit and it never disappoints

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                  8. ClareD

                    Phoenix

                    13 reviews

                    5.0

                    13 reviews

                    Dined on 14 November 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    As a tourist from Colorado, wasn’t easy to find the restaurant! Because there aren’t any signs! But we made our way up the stairs from B.B Kings bar on Beale Street. At Itta Been the bartender took care of our wine selection, with a good Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley. . My friend & I enjoyed good conversation there and then moved to our reserved table for a delightful dinner. Delectable selection of entrees on the menu! The Jumpo Shrimp & Grits was presented in a large soup bowl to accommodate the incredible sauce made from shiitake mushrooms, scallions, garlic & wine was poured over the grits flavored with smoked Gouda! We had a side of french fries with Parmesan cheese!The combination was memorable. A good wine to accompany the incredibly good entree and divine music by a combo in the background with low lighting created good ambience-a memorable evening!

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                  9. Patrick

                    Mobile

                    1 review

                    2.0

                    1 review

                    Dined on 14 November 2024

                    1. Overall 2
                    2. Food 3
                    3. Service 2
                    4. Ambience 4
                    It was a little frustrating for the price. Lamb app was excellent. Steaks and sides were mediocre for a 300 dollar dinner. I made the reservation 3 weeks ago for my fiancés birthday. We were sat next to a drunk group of 20. Couldn’t hear a thing. Service was mediocre. For that price go somewhere else.

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                  10. Hannah

                    London

                    6 reviews

                    5.0

                    6 reviews

                    Dined on 12 November 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    We had such a lovely meal at Itta Bena. The food was delicious, service was great and really friendly. It's really a hidden gem! Loved that we could go down to the club afterwards, their house band is brilliant.

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                  Itta Bena is rated 4.8 stars by 4796 OpenTable diners.

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                  2 people
                  7:00 pm
                  Booked 43 times today
                  Google Map for Itta Bena

                  145 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103

                  Dining areas

                  Additional information

                  • Cross Street
                    Second
                  • Area
                    Downtown
                  • Hours of Operation
                    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                  • Price
                    $31 to $50
                  • Cuisines
                    Contemporary Southern, Steak, Seafood
                  • Dining style
                    Casual Elegant
                  • Dress code
                    Business Casual
                  • Parking details
                    None
                  • Payment Options
                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                  • Executive Chef
                    Oscar Pena
                  • Entertainment
                    Itta Bena is located just above B.B. King's Blues Club on historic Beale St. Live music captivates our guests and enhances the nearly surreal dining experience. On Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturday nights, Susan Marshall enchants her audience, performing arguably as the contemporary Memphis scene's most powerful and versatile pure singer yet (According to The Memphis Flyer). Visit our website to learn more.
                  • Additional
                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wine
                  • Website
                    http://ittabenadining.com/memphis/
                  • Phone number
                    (901) 578-3031
                  • Private party facilities
                    Consistent with Itta Bena’s rich rhythm and blues history our Private Dining Room overlooks Beale Street through blue tinted windows, discreetly tucked away in the corner of our restaurant. Walls decorated with intricate woodwork and a curtained entrance offer privacy to parties of up to 200.
                  • Private party contact
                    Kathrine Corvelli: (901) 202-9114

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