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Folk's Folly Prime Steak House

Cuisine: American, Steakhouse

Price Range: $$$

10Best Says

Recognized year after year as the best steakhouse in Memphis, Folk's Folly guarantees a flawless American feast from start to finish. With its very own butcher shop next door, the restaurant asserts that steak is clearly the specialty. However, the menu also boasts an array of other delicious main courses, including grilled duck breast and Alaskan king crab legs. In typical steakhouse fashion, sides are large and meant to be shared - and are not included with entrees. The restaurant is large and old fashioned, with five dining rooms and multiple private booths. While you're there, stop by the Cellar to enjoy live piano music nightly, along with cocktails and the trademark - and complimentary - fried pickles.

Address:

551 S Mendenhall
Memphis, TN 38117

Phone:

901-762-8200

EXPERT TIPS BY: Sally Walker Davies
Memphis Local Expert

Romantic Dining: "When reserving a table at Folk's Folly, be sure to ask for a spot in one of the private dining nooks."
Best Restaurants, Steakhouses: "When reserving a table at Folk's Folly, be sure to ask for a spot in one of the smaller dining rooms. The largest room, while certainly comfortable, lacks intimacy and is best for business-style get-togethers."
Group Friendly: "When reserving a table at Folk's Folly, be sure to ask for a spot in one of the smaller dining rooms. The largest room is best for business-style get-togethers."

Best for Romantic Dining Because: There are plenty of romantic nooks-and-crannies for couples - even almost-private, walled booths.
Recommended as Best Restaurants Because: We love Folk's for its predictability, its social scene, and its amazing beef.
Best for Steakhouses Because: Folk's Folly is the original steakhouse in Memphis, and is as old-school as they come.
Best for Group Friendly Because: There are plenty of group spaces at Folk's Folly, with atmospheres to match the occasion, whether small and intimate or large and business-like.