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    SOB - South of Beale, Bar in Memphis
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    Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives 2026

    SOB - South of Beale

    South Main Arts District, Memphis

    Bar in Memphis, United States

    Why go

    Easy to recommend for a casual downtown Memphis dinner when drinks matter as much as food. SOB - South of Beale is better for a lively gastropub night than a wine-focused evening, with approachable spending, casual dress, 2026 Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives recognition adding a useful trust signal.

    About SOB - South of Beale

    SOB - South of Beale is a Memphis venue to consider when you want a casual plan with a direct price point. The confirmed planning details are simple: the listed price is $25 per person, the dress code is casual.

    Because only a limited set of details is here, avoid building the visit around assumptions about menu format, cuisine, service style, drinks, hours, or specific location details beyond Memphis. Treat those items as things to confirm directly before making plans.

    A Memphis Option with Simple Planning Details

    The clearest hook for SOB - South of Beale is practical rather than elaborate: casual dress and a $25 per person price point. That makes it easier to compare against other Memphis dining options when you are deciding how formal or expensive the night should be.

    SOB - South of Beale is also listed with a Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Bar recognition for 2026. That is a useful note for visitors who track media-recognized venues, but it should not be used as a substitute for checking current menus, hours, or availability.

    For broader planning, use Our full Memphis restaurants guide, Our full Memphis bars guide, Our full Memphis hotels guide, Our full Memphis wineries guide, Our full Memphis experiences guide before locking in the rest of the night.

    Who Should Choose It, Who Should Skip It

    Choose SOB - South of Beale if the basics fit your plan: Memphis, casual dress, an expected price of about $25 per person. It works best as a venue where you confirm the current details that matter to your visit before going.

    Skip it, or at least verify more directly, if your decision depends on unconfirmed specifics such as a particular cuisine, dish, seating style, beverage program, happy hour, reservation policy, or exact neighborhood location.

    Quick reference: choose it for a casual Memphis option with a verified $25 per person price point and casual dress code.

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    Planning details

    Location
    361 S. Main Street
    Website
    southofbeale.com
    Phone
    901-526-0388
    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Upscale casual gastropub atmosphere with a modern yet historic feel, offering a welcoming, social vibe where guests are encouraged to "eat and sip adventurously" on chef-driven food and creative cocktails.[3][16][19]

    Tags

    Vibe

    LivelyModernCozy

    Best For

    After WorkDate NightGroup Outing

    Experience

    StandaloneDesign Destination

    Format

    Seated BarLounge SeatingBooth Seating

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    At the Bar

    Bar Category
    Cocktail Bar
    Late Night
    Closes by 10pm
    Planning details

    Location

    Recognition and awards
    2026
    Explore Memphis
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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the crowd like at SOB - South of Beale?

    What is confirmed is that SOB - South of Beale is in Memphis, has a casual dress code, is listed at $25 per person.

    Is SOB - South of Beale good for a date?

    It fits a casual date if the basics work for you: Memphis, casual dress, about $25 per person. Confirm current hours, menu, availability before making it the centerpiece of the plan.

    Do I need a reservation at SOB - South of Beale?
    Is SOB - South of Beale good for groups?

    The confirmed planning details are the $25 per person price point and casual dress code, so larger parties should confirm availability directly.

    Is SOB - South of Beale worth the prices?

    That depends on what you want from the visit, but the price point is $25 per person. Use that figure when comparing it with other Memphis dining options.

    Is the food good at SOB - South of Beale?

    SOB - South of Beale is listed with a 2026 Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Bar recognition, but you should confirm current menu details directly.

    Does SOB - South of Beale have happy hour deals?