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Itta Bena, Memphis, TN

Itta Bena

4.8 (4954)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern
145 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for live music
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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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
    (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
  • 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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Menu

Itta Bena's menu was last updated on 9/9/2024.

Appetizers

  • Crab Stuffed Avocado$16.00

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

    • Pimento Cheese and Caramelized Onion Dip$13.00

      Served with pita chips

      • Cajun Abita Shrimp$18.00

        Our signature favorite. Served house-made Abita beer bread

        • Itta Bena Smoked Bacon$22.00

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

          • Bayou Crab Dip$18.00

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

            • Crab Stuffed Shrimp$18.00

              Lemon cream sauce, scampi sauce

              • Short Rib Slider$16.00

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

                • Lamb Lollipops$16.00

                  Rosemary sauce & feta cheese

                  Last updated: July 31, 2024

                  What 4,954 people are saying

                  Itta Bena reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                  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

                  Noise • Moderate

                  Loved For

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Hot spot

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Great for fine wines

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Romantic

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Great for scenic views

                  • Memphis

                    Hot spot

                  • Memphis

                    Great for fine wines

                  • Memphis

                    Romantic

                  • Memphis

                    Great for scenic views

                  Review summary

                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                  Itta Bena in Memphis offers an "unexpected treasure" above BB King's with its "speakeasy vibe," "amazing food," and "superb cocktails." Diners rave about the "shrimp and grits," "she crab soup," and "crème brûlée." The atmosphere is "romantic and casual," enhanced by "live jazz." An excellent choice for "special nights out."
                  4,954 Reviews

                  1. Andy

                    South Carolina1 review

                    5.0

                    Dined 5 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Food was the best I experienced in Memphis. Service was outstanding. High recommend if you are ever in Memphis

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                  2. Tracey

                    Orlando / Central Florida East2 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined 7 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 4
                    We chose the Stuffed chicken, Caramelized onion and pimento cheese dip with fried pita, and Brussels sprouts. All were fantastically delicious!

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                  3. John VIP

                    Charlotte16 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined 7 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 4
                    4. Ambience 5
                    A definite departure from the Beale Street BBQ norm. Fine dining with a nice ambience and excellent service. A nice escape from the crazy..

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                  4. Jill VIP

                    Tulsa1 review

                    5.0

                    Dined on June 2, 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Only one night in Memphis and we picked a winner for dinner! The food was amazing, the atmosphere was perfect and our server, Chris, was an absolute gem! What a fun and delicious time. And Chris, if you read this, these old white guys still following us around. 😂

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                  5. OpenTable Diner VIP

                    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined on June 2, 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    We experienced a fabulous dinner last night at Itta Bena. The atmosphere gives a supper club vibe and the staff is fantastic. Cocktails were superb, and handcrafted by the fabulous bartender, Hanson. He made our evening delightful. Don’t miss his namesake espresso martini, to top off your meal!

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                  6. Stephen

                    Denver / Colorado4 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined on June 1, 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    The garlic peppercorn sauce may be the greatest creation ever. Paired perfectly with the filet and the sherry mushrooms. I will definitely comeback as often as my wallet can afford.

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                  7. Gloria

                    Austin1 review

                    5.0

                    Dined on May 31, 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Shrimp and grits outstanding, my husband had the Cajun pasta which was almost too much for him, delicious but a lot of food, but could not resist the crème brûlée

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                  8. James VIP

                    Philadelphia County7 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined on May 31, 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    It’s been a while, but Itta Bena does not disappoint! Loved the food and service! Will be back.

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                  9. Marilyn

                    South Carolina1 review

                    5.0

                    Dined on May 26, 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Long time customer. Will always return for the great food, amazing cocktails. Love.

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                  10. Diane VIP

                    Seattle / Eastern Washington5 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined on May 24, 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 4
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 4
                    Very nice dinner with a trip afterwards down the back staircase to listen to the BB Kings Blues Club house band. Great evening.

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                  FAQs

                  Itta Bena is rated 4.8 stars by 4954 OpenTable diners.

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

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                  2. United States
                  3. Memphis / West Tennessee
                  4. Memphis
                  5. Downtown

                  Make a reservation

                  2 people
                  7:00 PM
                  Booked 47 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
                  • 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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