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Lafayette's Music Room Memphis, Memphis, TN
Lafayette's Music Room Memphis, Memphis, TN
Lafayette's Music Room Memphis, Memphis, TN
Lafayette's Music Room Memphis, Memphis, TN
Lafayette's Music Room Memphis, Memphis, TN

Lafayette's Music Room Memphis

4.7
4.7
1106 Reviews
$30 and under
Creole / Cajun / Southern
Some 40 years after going dark, the legendary Lafayette’s Music Room returns to the heart of Memphis’ revitalized Overton Square. Once again, Lafayette’s Restaurant and Bar is the spot to enjoy great food, good local conversation, and some of the best live music in town, seven nights a week.

The original Lafayette’s Music Room was short-lived but still vividly remembered. During the 1970s, it was a small but influential venue rooted in the most happening corridor of Memphis. A key stop on the showcase circuit for up-and-coming touring artists, Lafayette’s played a significant role in launching the careers of such music superstars as Billy Joel, Big Star, KISS, Barry Manilow, J.J. Cale and Leon Russell, to name a few.

Today’s Lafayette’s Restaurant and Bar evokes that storied past. It boasts live bands seven nights a week, from local and touring acts playing rock ‘n roll to jazz to blues and everything in between.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 10 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Pizzeria, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Tuesday Tue, Wed 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thursday Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sunday Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (901) 207-5097
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jody Moyt
  • Catering
    Entertaining at home or office? Let Lafayette's cater your next special occasion. We offer several delicious options to meet your needs. Contact us today or visit our website to view our menu.
  • Private party facilities
    Lafayette’s is the perfect place to host your legendary party. We make event planning easy with our ability to offer several creative dining and event space to meet your needs.
  • Private party contact
    Kathrine Alexander: (901) 202-9114
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown / Cooper
  • Cross street
    Cooper St.
  • Parking details
    Parking available on Madison and in the Overton Square Parking Garage located at 2100 Monroe Avenue.
  • Entertainment
    Our music changes Nightly with Brunch Bands beginning at 11 AM on Saturday and Sunday.To see our Full Music Calendar, check out our website: Lafayettesmusicroom.com
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,106 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Great for brunch

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Good for groups

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Hot spot

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Great for scenic views

  • Memphis / West Tennessee

    Lively

  • Memphis

    Great for brunch

  • Memphis

    Good for groups

  • Memphis

    Hot spot

  • Memphis

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Memphis

    Great for scenic views

  • Memphis

    Lively

1,106 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and music were both amazing. Gluten free options were wonderful as well.

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  2. Campark

    Memphis/West TN

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Best location to see live music in Memphis!! The BEST staff and atmosphere you will find. Excellent drinks and food. A guaranteed good time here!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was outstanding, and the service was top-notch

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was spectacular!!!! All of the places we wanted to go to for Sunday brunch were booked, and I’m so glad that they were. This has easily become my favorite spot! Great service and vibe (jazz band played quietly). Family friendly too!

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  5. Ojoliv

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lafayette's Music Room is a gem, seamlessly blending delicious pizzas with a lively musical atmosphere. The diverse menu caters to all tastes, and the live music enhances the overall experience. The inviting ambiance makes it a top choice for a memorable night out.

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  6. KelleyH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a great time at Lafayette’s! We watched our son play drums with his school’s band. Great food and great music! Such a fun night!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first visit to this establishment. Drove in from Chicago for the weekend and decided to get a quick bite to eat upon arriving in town. What a pleasant surprise. Reasonably priced food and drinks as well as great live music! We will definitely re visit next time in Memphis.

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  8. BillM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, the service and the amazing band made our Lafayette’s Music Room perfect!!!!

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  9. KurtR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Show was great. The food we had was well prepared and tasted good. Service was attentive. Over all a great experience to go and enjoy an evening out and see live entertainment

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  10. ShellyS

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Lafayettes. I'm Herr often for lunch, dinner, shows and celebrating birthdays 🎂

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our visit for my birthday the food was awesome.

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  12. SusanG

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Really enjoyed our afternoon at Lafayette’s. The food was delicious and the music was Awesome! Hope to see Bruce & Lindsey Kee back again soon!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time visiting Memphis and Lafayette music room ... fun experience with great music. Ty!

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  14. alison

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great live music, enjoyed from outside balcony table

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  15. KDaniel

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Food is consistently good. Service also consistently good. Great atmosphere.

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  16. KieshaH

    Memphis/West TN

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time and it won’t be my last… the service and music, awesome!

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  17. MonteM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great, our server was fantastic and the music was awesome

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  18. teresaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    i always have the best time at Lafayette music room. lots of awesome people ,lots of dancing to the best bands. Great food and drinks. i always feel welcomed the service is top notch.

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  19. JulieJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lot of fun at Lafayette’s! Swingtime Express kept our feet tapping until we had to get up and dance. The noise level was loud, but we could still talk to each other across the table. The egg rolls are still our favorite, but we also enjoyed the jumbo shrimp, and white cheese pizza. We loved the cheese grits that came under the crispy pork belly, but the pork was just a little overdone. Thank you for a fun evening! We’ll be back!

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  20. AllieF

    Edinburgh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good menu and excellent food. Music was the swingband who were really good.

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  21. PCB1995

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience3
    There wasn’t anything special about the food. I had the new steak sandwich and seasoned fries. I was expecting thin slices of cooked meat-instead it was thick cuts that was closer to rare cooked. I finished a fourth of the sandwich. The fries were ok. I was expecting more based on the reviews.

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  22. RobH

    Mobile

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    We came for the music, which was GREAT, and enjoyed the food and drinks. It was a fantastic way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

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  23. JeffW

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent seats. The food was great. It's loud because you're there to listen to a live band. Service was outstanding!

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  24. DonnieC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    We love this place. Go there often. The only issue we ever have, is that it’s almost impossible to have a conversation. Therefore, we cannot have all dinners there. We will continue to go here regularly, but bring our quieter guests on jazz performances, and our louder ones after 9. Love the food, and the atmosphere.

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  25. ChrisB

    Austin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and drinks were great! Entertainment was good. And service attentive. We sat outside so it wasn’t so loud but still enjoyed the music. FYI $5 cover charge but it’s worth it for the live band. Pork belly awesome! Lamb chops awesome! Best Mac and cheese! Our table had several others dishes on the menu and they were all fabulous.

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  26. CheriM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food was fantastic.. Went there to see The Pinch they were off the chain !! 🤘 Highly Recommended

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Food wasn't great. Service wasn't great. Wouldn't recommend.

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  28. MMML

    New Orleans

    172 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    172 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    As usual enjoyed live music, food, drinks and company at this locally owned restaurant.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, food and drinks. We also loved the live music!

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  30. robusn

    Austin

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sat outside where the music was not so loud. Our food was excellent, as was the service. Great staff, wonderful ambience.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Mississippi

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always amazing! My go to for patio, live music , brunch laid back Saturday

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a fantastic time- great food, service and entertainment!

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  33. GretchenB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always have a great time. The staff is friendly and helpful. We love Emily as our waitress, she is great.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love, love, love Lafayette’s Music Room! Great food, great live music and excellent service.

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  35. PaulS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The place was absolutely incredible. Food was off the charts great; band was awesome, and the vibe was perfect. Hats off to you!!!!

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  36. RobbieE

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were welcomed in when we arrived and they accommodated our last-minute request to be seated outside on the upstairs deck. Our server was also the bartender, which was great, and she was assisted at various times during the night by a couple of other servers filling our glasses, bringing our food, etc. The lamb chops were cooked perfectly, the burger was enjoyed by someone else in our party, both the side salads and meal salads were HUGE and delicious, and the shrimp/mussels over linguine was amazing. A great night, fantastic ambience overlooking the energy of Madison Avenue. Glad we sat outside though because we could easily hear and enjoy the music of the inside band, but could also hold a conversation. Thank you, Lafayette Music Room, for making our last night in Memphis a memorable one.

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  37. SharronM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    We met here to celebrate a co worker who’s getting married. All of the food was amazing and the live band was great. The server we had was very personable and we all left full and happy.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Todo estuvo genial, comenzamos con un pork belly que súpero en sabor lo esperado, luego sus papas con tocino y queso amarillo fueron un espectáculo a toda mi familia les encantó, y cerramos con porciones individuales que en mi caso fue el linguini con camarones y conchas Del Mar, simplemente estuvo sensacional, Volveríamos a estar aquí sin dudarlo. La banda que tocó también nos gustó mucho por todo esto le damos un 10 de 10. 2 cosas a tomar en cuenta son que debes pagar $5 por persona al llegar y esto es por la banda musical allí ustedes dirán si está bien o no? Y lo segundo fue que la propina estuvo incluida, no nos pareció mal pero tomen en cuenta que será el 20% del total de su ticket.

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  39. CarlB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really nice venue for friends enjoying great music. Hadn't been in there since 1972. Still an awesome place.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, food was delicious, and music was a plus- jazz for brunch.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Lafayette's Music Room Memphis does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Lafayette's Music Room Memphis also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (901) 207-5097.

Lafayette's Music Room Memphis is rated 4.7 stars by 1106 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 PM


Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lafayette's Music Room Memphis

2119 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Cooper St.
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown / Cooper
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Tuesday Tue, Wed 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thursday Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sunday Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Pizzeria, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking available on Madison and in the Overton Square Parking Garage located at 2100 Monroe Avenue.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jody Moyt
  • Entertainment
    Our music changes Nightly with Brunch Bands beginning at 11 AM on Saturday and Sunday.To see our Full Music Calendar, check out our website: Lafayettesmusicroom.com
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (901) 207-5097
  • Catering
    Entertaining at home or office? Let Lafayette's cater your next special occasion. We offer several delicious options to meet your needs. Contact us today or visit our website to view our menu.
  • Private party facilities
    Lafayette’s is the perfect place to host your legendary party. We make event planning easy with our ability to offer several creative dining and event space to meet your needs.
  • Private party contact
    Kathrine Alexander: (901) 202-9114
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