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Itta Bena, Memphis, TN
Itta Bena, Memphis, TN
Itta Bena, Memphis, TN
Itta Bena, Memphis, TN
Itta Bena, Memphis, TN

Itta Bena

4.8
4.8
4914 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • 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
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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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What 4,914 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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Best Ambiance

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Great for scenic views

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Good for special occasions

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Lively

  • Memphis

    Best Ambiance

  • Memphis

    Great for scenic views

  • Memphis

    Good for special occasions

  • Memphis

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Itta Bena offers an enchanting dining experience in Memphis, celebrated for its "amazing" food and intimate atmosphere. Guests rave about the "fabulous service" and "delicious" Southern cuisine, like the standout She Crab soup and shrimp & grits. This "hidden gem" is perfect for special occasions or a memorable night out.
4,914 Reviews
  1. Scott

    Memphis/West TN1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place. Live music, the ambiance, food all amazing. Our sever was perfect. We had a wk feral time.

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  2. Michael

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding place. Server us even when we rolled in at 9:45 pm on a Monday night when they close at 10 pm. Spectacular steak and Mac and cheese.

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  3. Russ

    Memphis/West TN2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Memphis MUST do! Come early and have a bev downstairs before dinner.

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  4. Angela VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly enjoyed being here. Will definitely make my next visit a date night experience.

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  5. BobD VIP

    Kansas City13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Music a bit loud but only at the big table. Nice atmosphere and great food

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Mississippi1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great atmosphere and great service, highly recommend

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  7. sharon VIP

    Chicago35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food ... oh... the food is amazing! The ambience is delightfully old school, intimate, and comfortable, the waitstaff attentive and personable. we loved it.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This somewhat hidden (if that is possible on a busy tourist thoroughfare) restaurant is a pleasure - food was good, across the board, and the space makes you feel like a guest in an old Memphis jazz club. Great meal!

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  9. CapitalTrip

    Nashville4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The ambience was lovely and our drinks, appetizer (the crab-stuffed avocado), entrees (definitely try the pork chop), and our server John (great suggestions) were all top-notch. The desserts were good - good enough that we ate every bite - but the one thing I found a bit annoying was the thumping that came through from downstairs once in a while. I was sitting by the window and seemed to be the only one bothered by it, so maybe there was a speaker or amp right below. Overall a great experience, and we’d definitely go again and recommend.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous service, fabulous food, fabulous mood! The She Crab soup was point on. The filet Mignon was fantastic! The short ribs were amazing! The before and after dinner drinks were delicious! The mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts were excellent! Nothing disappointing at Itta Bena’s!

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Itta Bena is rated 4.8 stars by 4914 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for Itta Bena

145 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Second
  • Neighborhood
    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
  • Phone number
  • 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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