SMACKERS
Bartlett
Restaurant in Bartlett, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
SMACKERS is a practical Bartlett pick for an easy, low-pressure meal rather than a formal celebration. It works better for casual lunches, early dinners, and small informal groups than for private dining or chef-led occasions; cross-shop Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery for a livelier group night or Petals of a Peony for a clearer cuisine focus.
About SMACKERS
SMACKERS is a casual option in Bartlett with published daily hours. Choose it when the priority is an easy, low-pressure visit; compare it with Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery or Petals of a Peony when you want to consider other dining options.
Better for an easy local visit than a polished occasion
SMACKERS is in Bartlett, has a casual dress code, and lists daily hours. It is most useful for diners who want a direct stop without building the outing around formal occasion details.
For a special occasion, set expectations carefully. Without awards, a chef-led format, tasting menu, private dining details, or a specific service format, this is not the place to describe as a destination experience. SMACKERS is a casual Bartlett option where the appeal is simplicity.
Group plans should stay casual and flexible
The group angle should be kept practical. Without private-room details, large-party policies, or booking specifics, groups should avoid assuming special setup, custom pacing, or event-style service.
If the group wants to compare other options, Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery and Petals of a Peony are natural names to check. For additional comparisons, also look at Soul Fish Cafe and Abbays.
The decision: choose ease, not ceremony
SMACKERS makes sense when the visit needs to be simple and low-pressure in Bartlett. It is not a place to expect a known chef, a wine or cocktail program, a specific cuisine, or a room designed for private dining. For Bartlett diners, the right move is to use it as a convenient casual option and save higher-stakes plans for a venue with more clearly published occasion details.
Planning details
- Location
- 7780 US-64 Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38133
- Website
- smackersmemphis.com
- Phone
- +19013082556
The take
The Take
The Vibe
SMACKERS reads as a straightforward suburban American comfort restaurant rooted in Memphis‑area dining customs. It occupies a strip‑mall suite and leans into the no‑frills, generous portions and familiar plates that define the local eating culture. The place feels more functional than fashionable: food-forward, unpretentious, and aimed at regulars who value good portion sizes and reliable flavors rather than culinary theatre. Expect an atmosphere that privileges community and approachability: the kind of spot where the menu choices and service reflect everyday needs of families, shift workers, and neighborhood diners.
Best For
This is a go‑to for casual daytime and evening meals, especially for families and groups seeking honest, comforting American classics. The menu’s emphasis on value and portion makes it a practical pick for lunch runs, after‑shift dinners, and family outings. SMACKERS’ signature items, the Smackers Sampler and a straightforward cheeseburger, underscore a menu built for sharing and satisfying appetites. Travelers passing through the eastern Memphis suburbs or locals looking for familiar, generous plates will find it reliably suited to relaxed, communal dining rather than special‑occasion splurges.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house specialties: the Smackers Sampler and the cheeseburger are listed as signature dishes and reflect the restaurant’s comfort‑food focus. Generous portions make sharing plates with a small group useful if you want variety without overdoing it. Prioritize classic, familiar items rather than seeking experimental preparations; the kitchen’s strength is straightforward, honest cooking tuned to local tastes. Because the venue trades on value and familiarity, expect satisfying, unfussy plates rather than tasting‑menu refinement.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual sports bar atmosphere with great value and customer service.
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Vibe
Best For
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte
Signature Dishes
- Smackers Sampler
- cheeseburger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 7780 US-64 Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38133
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Soul Fish Cafe, Notable alternative
- Abbays, Notable alternative
- Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery, Notable alternative
- Sake VS Tekila, Notable alternative
- Petals of a Peony, $$ · Chinese, $$ · Chinese
Restaurant context
How SMACKERS compares in Bartlett
SMACKERS is the easier, lower-commitment choice in this Bartlett set. Pick it when the plan is casual and the group wants minimal friction. Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery is a better fit for a louder group meal or a hangout built around pizza and beer, while Petals of a Peony is the clearer choice when Chinese food is the brief.
Soul Fish Cafe and Abbays are stronger cross-shops for diners comparing comfort-food directions rather than occasion polish. SMACKERS should win when convenience and easy timing matter; those peers make more sense when the group already knows the food style it wants.
For value, the decision depends on how much structure the meal needs. If the night needs a defined atmosphere, Sake VS Tekila or Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery gives the outing more shape. If the goal is simply a Bartlett meal without a complicated plan, SMACKERS is the practical play.
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Compare SMACKERS
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMACKERS | Bartlett | , | No published awards |
| Soul Fish Cafe | Memphis | , | No published awards |
| Abbays | Cordova | , | No published awards |
| Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery | Cordova | , | No published awards |
| Sake VS Tekila | Cordova | , | No published awards |
| Petals of a Peony | Cordova | $$ · Chinese | 2025 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at SMACKERS?
Use the current menu as your guide. SMACKERS is best approached as a casual, no-fuss Bartlett stop rather than a place to plan around a specific signature order.
Can SMACKERS accommodate groups?
Private-room details, large-party policies, or booking specifics are not specified.
Is SMACKERS good for a special occasion?
Only if the occasion is meant to stay casual. SMACKERS in Bartlett is a better fit for a simple local visit than for a milestone dinner that depends on formal service, private dining, or a set menu.
What are alternatives to SMACKERS?
For other options to compare, look at Soul Fish Cafe, Rock'n Dough Pizza & Brewery, Abbays, Petals of a Peony, or other dining in Bartlett.
What are SMACKERS' hours?
SMACKERS lists hours of 11 AM–7 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–8 PM Friday, 12–8 PM Saturday, and 12–6 PM Sunday.
