The Arcade Restaurant, Memphis' Oldest Cafe

The Arcade Restaurant, Memphis' Oldest Cafe Celebrating 107 years this year and 4 generations strong! Open 7am-3pm everyday for dining in, delivery, catering, private parties, and events!
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The Arcade has the honor of being Memphis' oldest restaurant. Speros Zepatos founded the diner in 1919 after immigrating from Cephalonia, Greece. Situated at the corner of South Main Street and G.E. Patterson, the original building was a small, one story, wood framed building. Food was actualy cooked on potbelly stoves! In 1925, Speros tore down the wood structure and built the Arcade Building in a Greek revival style, complete with retail stores to signify the "Arcade" name.

✨ Trolley Night is TONIGHT! ✨Our “Southern Lady” is the perfect cocktail to sip while celebrating Dolly Parton–themed Tr...
09/25/2026

✨ Trolley Night is TONIGHT! ✨

Our “Southern Lady” is the perfect cocktail to sip while celebrating Dolly Parton–themed Trolley Night! 💕🤠🥂

We’re keeping the lights on late and will be OPEN for dinner until 9:30 PM tonight!

Come eat, drink, and enjoy a beautiful Friday night on South Main! 🎶✨

📍 The Arcade Restaurant

Trolley Night is TONIGHT and we’re OPEN for dinner! The weather is perfect for a fun night on South Main, so come stroll...
09/25/2026

Trolley Night is TONIGHT and we’re OPEN for dinner!

The weather is perfect for a fun night on South Main, so come stroll the neighborhood and stop by The Arcade for dinner!

Pair your meal with your favorite cocktail
Cozy up with a Pumpkin Spice Latte
Then enjoy everything Trolley Night has to offer!

Come spend your Friday night with us on South Main! ❤️
Check out our lunch specials ⬇️
Lunch specials served from 11-2, open 7am-9:30pm

Todays Specials:
•Fried or Blackened Catfish
•Hamburger Steak
•Country Fried Steak
•Liver and Onions
•Vegetable Plate ( any of our daily sides)
•Tuna or Chicken Salad Plate
•Chicken and Dumplings

Choose from any two sides ⬇️
•Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
•Fried Okra
•Turnip Greens
•Buttered Corn
•Side of Chicken and Dumplings
•Side Salad
•Cup of Chili or daily soup
•French Fries
•Potato Salad

Dessert of the day:
Peach Cobbler
Soup of the day:
Roasted Red Pepper and Gouda

Family friendly fun here at The Arcade! 🍕 Whether you’re craving a slice, a southern comfort plate, or breakfast served ...
09/24/2026

Family friendly fun here at The Arcade! 🍕 Whether you’re craving a slice, a southern comfort plate, or breakfast served all day, Memphis’ oldest café is the spot to be. 💛

Swing by downtown, grab your favorite booth, and let us serve you a taste of history with a side of comfort.

🍳 Breakfast served all day

🥘 Lunch Specials | 11 AM – 2 PM (Mon–Fri)
• Fried Chicken
• Hamburger Steak 🤠
• Country Fried Steak
• Liver & Onions
• Chicken & Dumplings
• Veggie Plate (any 4 sides)

➡️ Sides: Mashed Potatoes & Gravy • Turnip Greens • Black-Eyed Peas • Fried Okra • Side Salad • Rice with Brown Gravy • Fresh Fruit • Potato Salad • Cup of Chili

🍜 Soup of the Day: Roasted Red Pepper and Gouda
Free Dessert of the Day: Sweet Rolls

📍 The Arcade Restaurant – Since 1919
🕖 Open Daily | 7 AM – 3 PM

Classic Coca-Cola sign on our back lot! ❤️ Lunch Special for today is “Arcade’s Chicken Pot Pie” served with 2 sides, Co...
09/23/2026

Classic Coca-Cola sign on our back lot! ❤️ Lunch Special for today is “Arcade’s Chicken Pot Pie” served with 2 sides, Cornbread, and a small dessert.

Swing by, grab your favorite Coke product, and pair it with a southern breakfast or lunch plate!

🍳 Breakfast served all day

🥘 Lunch Specials | 11 AM – 2 PM (Mon–Fri)
• Chicken Pot Pie
• Hamburger Steak 🤠
• Country Fried Steak
• Liver & Onions
• Chicken & Dumplings
• Veggie Plate (any 4 sides)

➡️ Sides: Mashed Potatoes & Gravy • Turnip Greens • Black-Eyed Peas • Fried Okra • Side Salad • Roasted Potatoes• French Fries • Fresh Fruit• Potato Salad • Cup of Chili

Soup of the Day: Roasted Red Pepper and Gouda

📍 The Arcade Restaurant – Since 1919
🕖 Open Daily | 7 AM – 3 PM

Take a piece of Memphis home with you!Our Arcade Restaurant magnets are available at the register and online through our...
09/22/2026

Take a piece of Memphis home with you!

Our Arcade Restaurant magnets are available at the register and online through our website. ❤️

A little piece of Memphis history for your fridge! Serving Memphis since 1919!

Check out our lunch specials ⬇️
Lunch specials served from 11-2, open 7-3

Todays Specials:
•Chicken Spaghetti
•Hamburger Steak
•Country Fried Steak
•Liver and Onions
•Vegetable Plate ( any of our daily sides)
•Chicken and Dumplings

Choose from any two sides ⬇️
•Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
•Fried Okra
•Green Beans
•Buttered Corn
•Side of Chicken and Dumplings
•Side Salad
•Cup of Chili
•French Fries
•Potato Salad

Dessert of the day:
Peach Cobbler

Our Memphis Thang is a crowd favorite! Loaded with turkey, creole mustard, brie cheese, roasted red peppers and onions. ...
09/21/2026

Our Memphis Thang is a crowd favorite! Loaded with turkey, creole mustard, brie cheese, roasted red peppers and onions.
📷 NOLA foodie 🤤

Check out our lunch specials ⬇️
Lunch specials served from 11-2, open 7-3

Todays Specials:
•Meatloaf
•Hamburger Steak
•Country Fried Steak
•Liver and Onions
•Vegetable Plate ( any of our daily sides)
•Tuna or Chicken Salad Plate
•Chicken and Dumplings

Choose from any two sides ⬇️
•Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
•Fried Okra
•Green Beans
•Buttered Corn
•Side of Chicken and Dumplings
•Side Salad
•Cup of Chili or daily soup
•French Fries
•Potato Salad

Dessert of the day:
Peach Cobbler
Soup of the Day:
Chicken Noodle

Celebrate National Cheesburger day with us! 🍔Check out our lunch specials ⬇️Lunch specials served from 11-2, breakfast a...
09/18/2026

Celebrate National Cheesburger day with us! 🍔
Check out our lunch specials ⬇️
Lunch specials served from 11-2, breakfast all day open 7-3

Todays Specials:
•Fried or Blackened Catfish
•Hamburger Steak
•Country Fried Steak
•Liver and Onions
•Vegetable Plate ( any of our daily sides)
•Tuna or Chicken Salad Plate
•Chicken and Dumplings

Choose from any two sides ⬇️
•Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
•Fried Okra
•Turnip Greens
•Macaroni and Cheese
•Side of Chicken and Dumplings
•Side Salad
•Cup of Chili or daily soup
•French Fries
•Potato Salad

Dessert of the day:
Cinnamon Rolls
Soup of the day:
Chicken Noodle

Vintage

👑✨ Disney Princess Brunch is coming to The Arcade! ✨👑Join us October 24th for a magical brunch and a special Disney Prin...
09/17/2026

👑✨ Disney Princess Brunch is coming to The Arcade! ✨👑

Join us October 24th for a magical brunch and a special Disney Princess performance! 🏰✨

🎟️ $20 per ticket includes your meal and admission to the performance.

Spots are limited, so make your reservation today through our website or Resy to reserve your spot!

We can’t wait to see all of our little princes and princesses!

Check out below to see our specials served today 11-2 . Open 7-3 breakfast served all day!

Todays Specials:
•Greek Chicken
•Chicken and Dumplings
•Country Fried Steak
•Liver and Onions
•4 Vegetable Plate
•Grilled Cheese and Soup

Choose from any two sides ⬇️
•Buttered Corn
•Fresh Fruit
•Turnip Greens
•Fried Okra
•Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
•Chicken and Dumplings

Our complimentary dessert today are Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding

Soup of the day:
Chicken Noodle



Trisha Yearwood visiting us on her show Food Network a few years ago! Check out below to see our specials served 11-2 ...
09/16/2026

Trisha Yearwood visiting us on her show Food Network a few years ago!
Check out below to see our specials served 11-2 . Open 7-3 breakfast served all day!

Todays Specials:
•Chicken Pot Pie
•Chicken and Dumplings
•Country Fried Steak
•Liver and Onions
•4 Vegetable Plate
•Grilled Cheese and Soup

Choose from any two sides ⬇️
•Black Eyed Peas
•Fresh Fruit
•Broccoli and Cheese
•Fried Okra
•Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
•Chicken and Dumplings

Our complimentary dessert today are Cinnamon Rolls

Soup of the day:
Chicken Noodle

Chicken Spaghetti is our lunch special today!✨ Grab your favorite seat and savor a Southern classic meal at The Arcade —...
09/15/2026

Chicken Spaghetti is our lunch special today!✨ Grab your favorite seat and savor a Southern classic meal at The Arcade — Memphis’ oldest café since 1919. ✨

Whether it’s breakfast all day, your go-to Southern comfort plate, or today’s lunch special, we’re here to serve you with history, flavor, and a smile. Come enjoy your favorite meal paired with your favorite drink in a place where memories are made daily. ❤️

🍳 Breakfast served all day

🥘 Lunch Specials | 11 AM – 2 PM (Mon–Fri)
• Chicken Spaghetti
• Hamburger Steak 🤠
• Country Fried Steak
• Liver & Onions
• Chicken & Dumplings
• Veggie Plate (any 4 sides)

➡️ Sides: Mashed Potatoes & Gravy • Corn • Fresh Fruit• Fried Okra • Side Salad • Side of Chicken and Dumplings • French Fries • Green Beans • Potato Salad • Cup of Chili or Chicken Noodle Soup

Free Dessert of the Day: Cinnamon Rolls

📍 The Arcade Restaurant – Since 1919
🕖 Open Daily | 7 AM – 3 PM

Address

540 South Main Street
Memphis, TN
38103

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 3pm
Tuesday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday 7am - 3pm
Thursday 7am - 3pm
Friday 7am - 3pm
Saturday 7am - 3pm
Sunday 7am - 3pm

Telephone

+19015265757

Website

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