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Your Guide to the Coolest Bars & Clubs in Memphis

Perhaps you are moving to Memphis for a great job prospect or a low cost of living, then settle down for the rewards of great music, the greatest BBQ, and a laid-back lifestyle. Memphis, home to Graceland, Beale Street, and Sun Studio, offers enough to enjoy against a backdrop of rich history, southern friendliness, and the Mississippi River. If being out in nature is something you enjoy, you’ll find beautiful landscapes and flowing rivers that beckon you to come out into the open. Memphis is a city that caters to a wide range of interests. 

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Memphis has a low cost of living. Many Memphis houses for sale cost below $200,000 which is far lower than the national average. Residents have plenty of reasons to be joyful here, from the pure scenic splendor to the lip-smacking taste of Memphis-style barbeque. Memphis is the country’s 9th happiest city in 2022, as well as the 7th most spiritually fulfilled. Memphis is the 4th happiest city to work in the United States. Read on for your guide to the coolest bars and clubs in Memphis.

Coyote Ugly Saloon

The world’s most well-known bar! If you’ve seen the movie, you’ll understand why this bar exists. If you’re in the mood for some bar dancing, you know where to go. The bartenders are known for their dancing routines on top of the bar and for serving drinks with a bit of attitude. Every day from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. is Happy Hour! Friday night is Military Appreciation Night, with beer discounts and no cover charge for our military, police, and firefighters.

Tin Roof

While the Tin Roof is a national franchise of bars and live music venues, the Memphis location goes to great lengths to simulate a Beale Street atmosphere. Enjoy live music on stage every night, DJs and games in “The Green Room,” and lots of food and drink. 

The Pig on Beale

Memphis-style barbecue is the focus at The Pig. Whether you’re looking for BBQ sandwiches, ribs, or smoked turkey, The Pig has it all, as well as live blues music on the weekend. The Pig on Beale, voted one of the top three bar-b-que joints in the country, is a classic Memphis-style hickory-smoked barbecue place. The BBQ Lovers Feast is held at our location. Alternatively, choose the Super Feast, which promises to feed six hungry people. Bring your hunger with you! Pork has a sense of humor. An exhibition of collectible movie posters creates a retro ’50s mood.

Absinthe Room

It’s difficult to believe that a popular street like Beale Street could have a hidden gem, but Absinthe Room is exactly that. You may curl up on the couch or gaze down on the action on Beale Street. Take a trip down the psychedelic stairwell, which leads to four pool rooms, three of which have views of Beale. Its charming, warm, private atmosphere is ideal for racking a few cues and sampling a variety of spirits. The internet jukebox will keep you entertained with all of your favorite songs, or you can relax and appreciate the world-famous collection of movie posters that surround the walls. It’s a terrific spot for group gatherings and welcomes walk-ins.

Digital pianos for poor students

Last year, I read an article online about the Department of Education distributing thousands of digital pianos, metallic boards in public elementary schools in the National Capital Region, Central Luzon, and Southern Tagalog regions. The move is said to address the lack of musical instruments in public schools. I wonder if there’s a development on this project. If the government will have another project like this and they would decide to give out guitars and would look for accessories like capo guitar, check it out at MusiciansFriend.com. Giving musical instruments is something that private institutions should consider sponsoring to support well-deserved students pursue a career in music and related opportunities.

Gensan Tuna Festival 2017

Our niece making two thumbs up beside the Tuna Festival Float. Borrowed from her Facebook account.

If hubby had his way he would be visiting his hometown as many times as possible. He misses the old place in General Santos City and staying for a couple of days is not enough for a busy man like him. The last time he went home may not be a happy occasion but at least he gets to bond with her siblings, nephews and nieces at the beach. They spent a few hours swimming, eating, and listening to music being played at the nearby cottage. The songs have brought back so many memories from his generation. He check it out! the lyrics of each song so he could sing along. He wishes to go back to Gensan for the Tuna Festival in September.