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Itta Bena, Memphis, TN

Itta Bena

4.8
4.8
4819 Reviews
$31 to $50
Regional American (Contemporary Southern)

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 40 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
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
    Regional American (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
  • Neighbourhood
    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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Appetizers

  • Crab Stuffed AvocadoUS$16.00

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

    • Pimento Cheese and Caramelized Onion DipUS$13.00

      Served with pita chips

      • Cajun Abita ShrimpUS$18.00

        Our signature favorite. Served house-made Abita beer bread

        • Itta Bena Smoked BaconUS$22.00

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

          • Bayou Crab DipUS$18.00

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

            • Crab Stuffed ShrimpUS$18.00

              Lemon cream sauce, scampi sauce

              • Short Rib SliderUS$16.00

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

                • Lamb LollipopsUS$16.00

                  Rosemary sauce & feta cheese

                  Last updated: July 31, 2024

                  What 4,819 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
                  • 4.5Value

                  Noise • Moderate

                  Loved For

                  • Memphis

                    Best Overall

                  • Memphis

                    Best Food

                  • Memphis

                    Best Ambience

                  • Memphis

                    Hot spot

                  • Memphis

                    Romantic

                  • Memphis

                    Great for scenic views

                  • Memphis

                    Good for special occasions

                  • Memphis

                    Best Overall

                  • Memphis

                    Best Food

                  • Memphis

                    Best Ambience

                  • Memphis

                    Hot spot

                  • Memphis

                    Romantic

                  • Memphis

                    Great for scenic views

                  • Memphis

                    Good for special occasions

                  Review summary

                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                  Itta Bena offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "amazing food" and "excellent service" in a hidden gem atop B.B. King's in Memphis. Guests rave about the "charming ambiance" and live music that perfectly complements the "fantastic" Southern cuisine. Ideal for celebrations, it's a "must-visit" for locals and tourists alike.

                  4,819 Reviews

                  1. Treasa

                    Memphis

                    4 reviews

                    1.0

                    4 reviews

                    Dined today

                    1. Overall 1
                    2. Food 1
                    3. Service 3
                    4. Ambience 3
                    Food was awful. Took too long for our food reservation was at 615 we arrived 605 didn’t get our food til 648. Lamb chops no seasoning at all chicken in the Cajun pasta was dry. Our waitress was the best thing going tonight

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                  2. Jane

                    Memphis

                    40 reviews

                    5.0

                    40 reviews

                    Dined 1 day ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 4
                    4. Ambience 4
                    Second time here and loved the food just as much as the first time. Great atmosphere and yummy food!

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                  3. Gayle

                    Memphis

                    1 review

                    5.0

                    1 review

                    Dined 3 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Great atmosphere. Food was delicious and beautifully presented. Enjoyed the evening very much— not our first time. We’ll continue to come back.

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                  4. Olivia

                    New York City

                    6 reviews

                    5.0

                    6 reviews

                    Dined 3 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    The food was delicious. Servers were helpful and we could actually hear both the music and each other!

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                  5. Thomas

                    Indiana

                    4 reviews

                    5.0

                    4 reviews

                    Dined on December 10, 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Greg did a great job! Everything was first class…

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                  6. Delynn

                    Memphis

                    9 reviews

                    5.0

                    9 reviews

                    Dined on December 8, 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    The food, the atmosphere, and the service were all impeccable! 10 out of 10!

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                  7. Jennifer

                    Mississippi

                    1 review

                    5.0

                    1 review

                    Dined on December 7, 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Awesome! Enjoyed our meal and service was fantastic!

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                  8. Mark

                    Memphis

                    1 review

                    5.0

                    1 review

                    Dined on December 7, 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    To start, our server on Friday night December 6th (Courtney maybe?) was delightful. Cajun shrimp with the Abita bread was incredible as was the filet, mashed potatoes and creamed spinach. However, the she-crab soup was mind blowing good. Atmosphere was lively and enjoyable. All in all, this is the type of experience my wife and I love to have and are willing to pay for.

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                  9. Ryan

                    Oklahoma City

                    1 review

                    5.0

                    1 review

                    Dined on December 7, 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Had a little trouble locating the entrance being from out of town, but was very pleased with everything. Very impressed that the music from downstairs stayed there. Our server, Jane, was fantastic. Loved the atmosphere and the food. Will definitely return next time we are in Memphis!

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                  10. Brittany

                    Alabama

                    4 reviews

                    5.0

                    4 reviews

                    Dined on December 7, 2024

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Mark was great! We were celebrating our anniversary and enjoyed every minute and bite! Loved the live music. Would absolutely recommend Itta Bena!

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                  FAQs

                  Itta Bena is rated 4.8 stars by 4819 OpenTable diners.

                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                  Make a reservation

                  2 people
                  7:00 p.m.
                  Booked 40 times today
                  Google Map for Itta Bena

                  145 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103

                  Dining areas

                  Additional information

                  • Cross Street
                    Second
                  • Neighbourhood
                    Downtown
                  • Hours of Operation
                    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                  • Price
                    $31 to $50
                  • Cuisines
                    Regional American (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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