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Arcade Restaurant

540 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103-4810 (Downtown)
901-526-5757
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Ranked #86 of 965 restaurants in Memphis
Price range: S$0 - S$13
Cuisines: American, Pizza, Californian
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Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout
Neighbourhood: Downtown
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Corby, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

great place to eat lovelly food ,it is very basic but its the oldest restuarant in memphis and elvis used to eat there ,we were able to have some thing to eat that wasnt a burger

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Port Perry, On
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22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We loved the old decor and worn tables. It was obvious that the locals love it too. We went for breakfast on a recommendation to try the potato pancakes and they were great!

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O'Fallon, Missouri, United States
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

While there was a long line for a table, we were able to grab a spot at the counter rather quickly. Breakfast was fat, awesome and reasonably priced. Service is outstanding.

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See 2 more reviews by StaceyM27 for Memphis
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013 via mobile

My husband and I went here for breakfast. He is from Memphis and I went to school here and we have strong ties here and much memphis pride. We both were so disappointed The biscuits were terrible; the pancakes were dry, Luke warm and uncooked; the country ham was not good; the hash browns were so burned u had to... More

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San Francisco, California
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

The Arcade restaurant, the oldest in Memphis started in 1919, but it is stuck in the remodel they did in the 50's; and thank you very much for that. we are talking diner style, with booths and tables offering classics such as burgers, and liver and onions but also featuring more modern treats. I had an artichoke, goat cheese, sun... More

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Clinton, New Jersey
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64 restaurant reviews
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64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

No trip to Memphis would be complete without a meal at the Arcade Restaurant. This is a historic old diner that's been here forever. The food is basically good. This is not a 5 star restaurant, but it deserves 5 stars because of it's history, it's an Elvis old hangout, it's in decent shape, and the food is good. If... More

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Herndon, Virginia
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225 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

My husband and I had breakfast at the Arcade while visiting Memphis. I ordered a bacon and cheese omelet and my husband ordered the sweet potato pancakes with sausage. The service was very good and our coffee cups were kept full. My omelet had a ton of bacon in and on top of it and was very good. Skip the... More

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Columbus, Ohio
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24 reviews 24 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013 via mobile

Enjoyed eating where Elvis ate. Good bacon and sweet potato pancakes. Like the old diner vibe. Only a few stores open in this South Main district. That was disappointing.

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See 2 more reviews by mailbum for Memphis
tupelo, ms
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30 reviews 30 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

My wife and I ate here on our recent weekend in Memphis. The atmosphere is the coolest thing about this spot to me. It is an old old diner that opened in 1919. Very cool old school look to it. The food was good, nothing outstanding but I would eat here again for sure. You definitely get alot of food... More

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The Woodlands, Texas
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74 reviews 74 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 43 cities Reviews in 43 cities
191 helpful votes 191 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

This was one of our favorite memories of Memphis: sitting at the well-worn counter, bantering with the friendly waitstaff and discussing the historic significance of this venue. Breakfast was served fast and delicious. We enjoyed the unique Sweet Potato Pancakes and Eggs Sardou. The owner was kind enough to spend time with us – you don’t get that at most... More

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