Whether you’re planning a birthday dinner, celebrating something special or just needing a fun night out with your girlfriends, Memphis has SO many restaurants that are perfect for a night out. From trendy cocktail spots and rooftop patios to lively brunch destinations and yummy dinner spots, these are some of the best restaurants in Memphis for a fun night with your girlfriends. Check them out below!
Best Memphis Restaurants for a Girls’ Night Out
Tonica
Tonica is one of the best spots for a night out with its stylish and modern atmosphere. The cocktails are amazing, the food is amazing, and the entire restaurant has a fun energy that makes it great for celebrations or a dressier night out. The location in downtown Memphis is perfect for a night out.
Owen Brennan’s
Owen Brennan’s is always a fun choice for a girls’ night because the atmosphere feels lively, relaxed and very Memphis. Between the patio, cocktails, and New Orleans-inspired menu, it’s a great place to spend a long night of talking and laughing with friends. Their brunch and happy hour are especially fun for groups.
Southern Social
Southern Social is such a fun and lively spot for a girls’ night out, especially if you’re looking for a spot out East. The atmosphere feels upscale but still casual enough for a spot to laugh all night with friends. It’s always a great mix of cocktails, live music and Southern-inspired food. It’s perfect for groups who want somewhere energetic that still feels elevated.
Belle Meade Social
Belle Meade Social has such a fun atmosphere for a girls’ night out. The cocktails, shareable plates and stylish interiors make it feel trendy and social without being too over the top. It’s a great option for dinner, drinks, and catching up with friends in a relaxed but elevated setting. Everything we have ordered here has always been incredible.
Felicia Suzanne’s
Felicia Suzanne’s is a cozy Downtown favorite that feels perfect for a slower girls’ dinner with wine, cocktails and elevated Southern dishes. The atmosphere is warm and intimate, making it ideal for catching up with friends over a long dinner and dessert. We went here recently for Book Club, and we all raved about the food and the environment.
Tiger and Peacock
Tiger and Peacock is hands down my favorite going out spot in Memphis. It’s one of the prettiest rooftop spots in Memphis for drinks and dinner with friends. Located on top of The Memphian Hotel, it has beautiful city views, creative cocktails and a fun atmosphere that is perfect for photos, sunset drinks and a night out. You can sit indoors or outdoors. It’s such a fun option when you want somewhere that feels a little more elevated and trendy.
Good Fortune Co.
Good Fortune Co. is such a fun downtown spot for sushi, cocktails and shareable plates with friends. The atmosphere is trendy and energetic without being overwhelming, and it’s one of those restaurants that makes dinner seem like such an experience.
Hen House
Hen House is a great spot if you want great cocktails, shareable plates, and a cozy atmosphere that still feels trendy. The wine bar vibe makes it perfect for lingering over drinks and appetizers while catching up with friends. It feels stylish and intimate without being overly formal.
BABALU
BABALU is always a solid girls’ night option because it’s fun, energetic and perfect for groups. Between the margaritas, tacos, and tableside guacamole (yum!), it’s ideal for a more casual night out that is still lively and memorable.
Magnolia & May
Magnolia & May is such a cute spot for a girls’ night out in East Memphis. The atmosphere is bright, welcoming and stylish while still being relaxed enough for long conversations over dinner and cocktails. It’s especially great for brunch, wine nights or a more laid-back girls’ dinner.
Paulette’s
Paulette’s is perfect for a more classic and elegant girls’ night out, especially if you want dinner with beautiful river views in Harbor Town. vThe atmosphere iscozy and timeless, and it’s somewhere where you can linger over wine and dessert while catching up with friends. It’s quieter and more intimate than some of the trendier spots, which makes it great for conversation. It’s a Memphis tradition around here.
Beauty Shop
Beauty Shop is such a Memphis classic for a girls’ night out. The colorful interiors, fun cocktails and lively atmosphere make it so trending and fun. Whether you’re going for brunch, dinner, or drinks, it’s a restaurant that always feels fun and energetic for a night with friends.
Final Thoughts
Whether your perfect girls’ night includes rooftop cocktails, sushi and wine, margaritas and tacos, or a cozy wine bar atmosphere, Memphis has so many fun restaurants for a night out with friends. They bring the vibes, the energy and the amazing food and drinks! These are the kinds of places where you will love catching up, laughing and making a whole evening out of dinner together. Which one are you adding to your list next?
