Memphis Cafe is a cherished soul food restaurant in Costa Mesa known for its authentic Southern home-style cooking since 1995. Housed in a stylishly preserved 1950s mod building, it offers classic dishes like smoky gumbo, pulled pork, and chicken and waffles alongside handcrafted cocktails in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Its loyal local following appreciates the exceptional service and unique ambiance that make it a standout dining destination.

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Tue-Fri 3PM - 6PM

Drink Specials

  • $6 Well Drinks
  • $6 Draft Beer
  • $6 White Wine
    • Backhouse Chardonnay
    • California
  • $6 Red Wine
    • Vivet Cabernet Sauvignon
    • Argentina
  • $10 Memphis Old Fashioned
  • $10 Memphis Manhattan
  • $10 Memphis Mules
    • redemption bourbon
    • square one cucumber vodka or torada tequila
  • $10 Memphis Margarita (torada tequila or jalapeno infused tequila)

Food Specials

  • $6 Gumbo Cheese Fries
  • $6 Country Gravy Fries
  • $7 Down Home Gumbo (bowl)
  • $7 Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
  • $8 Smoked Chicken Flautas
  • $8 Nashville Fried Chicken & Waffles
  • $10 Buffalo Hot Wings (5 wings)
  • $10 BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos

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Highlights

  • Signature Southern dishes such as smoky gumbo and buttermilk fried chicken
  • Located in a well-preserved 1950s mod building with unique retro ambiance
  • Thoughtfully crafted selection of classic and distinctive hand-crafted cocktails

Important Details

  • Reservations accepted
  • Dog-friendly patio available

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