The best cafes in Memphis

4 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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7 Brew Coffee

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Chain of coffee shops serving energy drinks, teas, milkshakes, frappes, lattes and smoothies.

2019 Whitten Rd

“Chain of coffee shops serving energy drinks, teas, milkshakes, frappes, lattes and smoothies.”

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Dutch Bros Coffee

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Fun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.

3495 Austin Peay Hwy

“Fun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.”

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Cat House Café

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Cat House Café is the zoo’s longtime crowd-pleaser, now rocking a revamped menu with crispy chicken sandwiches, jumbo tenders, burgers,…

2000 Prentiss Pl

“Cat House Café is the zoo’s longtime crowd-pleaser, now rocking a revamped menu with crispy chicken sandwiches, jumbo tenders, burgers, pizzas and creamy mac. Grab a window seat by the gibbons this week, let them handle the entertainment while you handle lunch.”

From the Memphis newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Fancy Cat Cafe

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Fancy Cat Cafe pairs small-batch, ethically sourced coffee with time in a calm room of adoptable kitties, so you can decompress this week…

5048 Getwell Rd #2 (Southaven)

“Fancy Cat Cafe pairs small-batch, ethically sourced coffee with time in a calm room of adoptable kitties, so you can decompress this week while doing some good. Think creamy lattes, bold cold brew, house-made syrups, and fresh pastries... plus purr therapy that turns a regular afternoon into a serotonin upgrade.”

From the Collierville newsletter, August 7, 2026

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