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Itta Bena, Memphis, TN

Itta Bena

4.8
4.8
4925 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern
145 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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.

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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 2024-09-09.

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 4,925 people are saying

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

                  Overall ratings and reviews

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                  4.8
                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                  • 4.7Food
                  • 4.8Service
                  • 4.8Ambience
                  • 4.5Value

                  Noise • Moderate

                  Loved For

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Best Ambiance

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Hot spot

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Romantic

                  • Memphis / West Tennessee

                    Most Booked

                  • Memphis

                    Best Ambiance

                  • Memphis

                    Hot spot

                  • Memphis

                    Romantic

                  • Memphis

                    Most Booked

                  Review summary

                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                  Itta Bena, nestled above the iconic B.B. King's on Beale Street, offers a "speakeasy vibe" and "incredible food." Guests rave about its "impeccable service" and "sublime crab dip." The "wonderful ambiance" is complemented by "live music," making it a "hidden gem" and a "must-visit" in Memphis.

                  4,925 Reviews

                  1. Rebecca

                    Newcastle3 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined 2 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Food was delicious and the service was great. Get the braised short ribs! You also get free entry into BB Kings downstairs if you dine here

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                  2. Cornell

                    Memphis/West TN16 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined 3 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Outstanding in all aspects. Hands down the best place to eat on Beale Street. (Nothing else is remotely close.) And, to my surprise, one of the best restaurants in all of downtown Memphis. A true hidden gem. Looking forward to going back.

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                  3. Geraldine

                    Dublin3 reviews

                    3.0

                    Dined 3 days ago

                    1. Overall 3
                    2. Food 2
                    3. Service 3
                    4. Ambience 3
                    Historic building on a historic street which was nice to experience. Food was very average but costly. Hostess was very friendly while waitress was uninterested. Would not be rushing back there and cannot understand the level of high praise in reviews.

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                  4. Sherri

                    Toronto1 review

                    5.0

                    Dined 4 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Great restaurant above BB Kings. Excellent food, service, ambience.

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                  5. Janine

                    Seattle1 review

                    5.0

                    Dined 5 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Everything was wonderful. My server was top notch! And the food- mouthwatering! Will definitely return

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                  6. Kim VIP

                    San Diego7 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined 5 days ago

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Beautiful and classy place. Loved the grits and salmon dish. The smoky old fashion cocktail was quite a fun presentation and Lauren and all the staff were wonderful. Tricky to find but look for the blue awning.

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                  7. D'Angelis

                    San Francisco4 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined on April 17, 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Great experience! I will definitely visit this place if business again. Thank you for the experience

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                  8. susan

                    Philadelphia8 reviews

                    4.0

                    Dined on April 15, 2025

                    1. Overall 4
                    2. Food 4
                    3. Service 4
                    4. Ambience 4
                    Chris was a very friendly server. Unexpected ambiance above the BB king bar. Nice surprise!

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                  9. danny

                    Memphis/West TN1 review

                    5.0

                    Dined on April 12, 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Jonathan could not have been more attentive, and professional. It was a very good experience for the two of us.

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                  10. Ortuno

                    Charleston3 reviews

                    5.0

                    Dined on April 12, 2025

                    1. Overall 5
                    2. Food 5
                    3. Service 5
                    4. Ambience 5
                    Professional service with food and drinks served in a timely manner. Randy, our waiter, made it an even better experience. Highly recommend

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                  FAQs

                  Itta Bena is rated 4.8 stars by 4925 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 11 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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