Huey's Restaurant - #Restaurantreview

When I visit Memphis, and I'm winding down the night and looking for something to eat (especially having a few drinks on Beale Street), one of the first things I want is a burger...don't ask me why, it just seems to just end up that way!  There are many places that serves burgers in Memphis and many that are within walking distance from Beale Street ( this is one of the infamous streets everyone hangs out on) and are all good, but one of the places that I am familiar with, is Huey's.  

Huey's is located in downtown Memphis, Tn. on 77 S. 2nd St., as well as many other locations.  They have several in the Memphis area, as well as Collierville, Tn, Southhaven, MS, Cordova, Tn. and Germantown.  But, if you are strolling down Beale Street in Memphis and want the closest Hueys, 77 S. 2nd Street is just a few blocks over.

Huey's serves more than just burgers. They have an enormous menu to choose from ranging from shrimp baskets, Po Boys, catfish baskets, appetizers of all kinds, grilled chicken and chicken tenders as well as their Famous Huey Burgers. The options are endless.  This time, I decided to try something a little different. I went with the Shrimp Po Boy.  If you're not familiar with what a Po Boy is, it a sandwich that is served on a hoagie bun, topped with shrimp, chicken or other meat.  My shrimp po boy came with round disks like shrimp that was deep fried, of course, topped with tomato, lettuce and a side cup of buffalo sauce.  

This po boy was almost more than I could eat, but I did manage to get half of it down!  I was in Memphis with my son and my husband who both decided to go with the steak sandwich, which consisted of a 7 oz. tenderloin fillet, tomato and lettuce, served on a buttered toasted hoagie bun.  They both devoured it!  I didn't get to try their steak sandwich, but by the looks of it, they seemed to love it and didn't leave a trace of it behind.  My po boy was awesome.  The shrimp had just enough of the crispiness from being fried and the buffalo sauce gave it that extra kick that I like in a sandwich.

 As my side item...Sweet Potato Waffle Fries. I like that these were served, waffle cut instead of the traditional cut fries.

Huey's is a very popular place among the locals and tourists.  We arrived right at opening time, 11:00 am and before we left, there was not an empty seat in the restaurant. It seemed like everyone was taking advantage of the alcoholic drinks that were on special, which included the Bloody Mary, Mimosa and Screwdriver.  I, on the other hand, went with the house margarita!  It was served in a mason jar with a straw (the mason jar is a Southern thang!)  I loved how this drink was served, Southern style!

Oh, and as far as the feel on the inside of Huey's...well...take a look.

Are you wondering what those little prickly things are on the ceiling?  Well, this is a thing that every local (or tourist) tries their hand at...or should I say mouth?  These are toothpicks, the ones that come in your burger or sandwich. You take the toothpick, place it in your drinking straw and shoot it up toward the ceiling by blowing the toothpick up toward the ceiling...hoping it sticks. Needless to say, I didn't quite make it half way!

If you want to get a feel of what Huey's has to offer, go visit their site at https://hueyburger.com   I think there is something to please just about everyone.  I had a hard time choosing, because there are so many wonderful choices on this menu.

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Huey's Restaurant
77 S. 2ND
Memphis, Tn. 38103
901-527-2700
901-527-3344

Hours:
Sun-Thurs  11 am - 2 am
Kitchen  11 am - 1 am
Friday - Saturday  11 am - 3 am
Kitchen  11 am - 2 am


What do you look for in a casual restaurant?  Is it burgers, sandwiches or a wide selection?  I'd like to know your thoughts!

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***This post has been sponsored by Huey's.  Although a complimentary meal may have been provided, as always, all opinions are always 100% my own.

Gus's Fried Chicken - #Restaurantreview

Ok...who DOESN'T like fried chicken?  If you are one to say you don't...you must be vegan, vegetarian or not into good southern fried foods!  I get the whole diet thing.  I also get that eating healthier is a big concern for a lot of us, but every once in a while, you just gotta splurge.  And if you are going to splurge, why not try some good fried chicken?

I recently had the opportunity to visit Gus's Fried Chicken.  Gus's Fried Chicken is located in downtown Memphis, Tn.  They have 14 locations located in Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, Kansas, Illinois, Texas, Georgia and Missouri. Gus's Fried Chicken is well known for their spicy fried chicken as well as the long lines from everyone wanting to try their chicken.  The building, itself, is a small dive like place, but packs a ton of flavor in their foods.  

They have different plate options, individual pieces, lots of side items to choose from and even family meals.  One of the side items I've tried, was the mac n cheese.  OMG!  This mac n cheese was so cheesy!  I didn't quite get how many cheeses or what cheeses were involved in making this dish, but let me tell you, this is one side item you will definitely want to try!

I was accompanied by my husband and my 23 year old son, who all chose the spicy chicken.  Our appetizer was the fried pickles (spears), which I may add, is one of my favorites when it comes to appetizers.  The fried pickles were fried to perfection, crispy on the outside, just the right amount of seasoning...and beware...THEY COME PIPING HOT!

Our waitress, Rere, was very knowledgeable in the menu and our food item choices.  She checked on us several times to ensure our food was up to par, that everything was cooked the way we liked it.  We also got to meet Amber, the manager for Gus's Fried Chicken, in Downtown Memphis.  Very pleasant lady and so glad we met.  

As I've mentioned earlier, this is a small building, but was, and is, always packed.  People come from all over, just to try Gus's Fried Chicken.  I had asked our waitress if she knew how they prepared the batter for the chicken (I really wanted to know how they got the spiciness to come through), all she could tell me, was that it is mixed into the batter (no luck in getting the secret recipe!) 

The restaurant reminded me of a quaint blues type place with some Southern charm.  It's not elegant or fancy on the inside, but I feel more at home in a more down-to-earth laid back restaurant.  Eating with your hands is a must here.  The only way to really enjoy your chicken, is to pick it up and start digging in!  Oh, and if you haven't had their baked beans...well, you must give them a try.  With a bit of thickness and sweetness, they are oh, so good!  

ABOUT GUS'S FRIED CHICKEN
The “Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken” recipe is a closely-guarded family secret. Once upon a time, Saveur Magazine asked Gus himself for the recipe. His response? “I ain’t telling!” And neither are his children. Gus’s chicken is a little different each time you try it. It’s got that handmade character – a little of this, a touch of that, a pinch of love, a dash of hot. Once in a while it’ll be so spicy the tears come. Usually, the heat is more gentle, like the touch of an old friend. As Ed Levine wrote for Serious Eats in 2007, “Gus’s Chicken is still perfect, crisp golden-brown on the outside, moist and succulent on the inside, and salted and seasoned with just enough cayenne pepper to let you know it’s there.” Even on the spiciest days, once that signature flavor hits your tongue you know you must finish the crunchy, crispy skin and moist, tender meat. The tears will dry, the tongue will heal. But missing a minute of that soul food tradition? Now that would hurt

Gus's Fried Chicken was recognized in 2009 and 2010 as the 'Best Southern Fried Chicken by Memphis Commercial Appeal and won local awards for it.  GQ magazine cited Gus's Fried Chicken as one of the top 5 restaurants worth hopping onto a plane for a meal, back in 2001.  

To read more about Gus's Fried Chicken, go visit their site at gusfriedchicken.com

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Gus's Fried Chicken
310 S Front St.
Memphis, Tn. 38103
(901) 527-4877

Store Hours:
Sunday-Thursday 11 am - 9 pm
Friday-Saturday 11 am - 10 pm


What do you look for in chicken?  Do you like it hot and spicy or original?  I'd like to hear your thoughts on your favorite chicken!


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*** This post is sponsored by Gus's Fried Chicken.  I want to give thanks to Jessica Maxwell and Amber for hosting my family and I.  As always, opinions expressed are ALWAYS 100% my own.

Kooky Canuck - Burgers, Sandwiches and More - #RestaurantReview

Any chance I get, I love to visit Memphis, Tn.  Memphis has tons of events, activities and a wide of variety to choose from.  Memphis is well known for their BBQ, Blues and Jazz music as well as the home of the late Elvis Presley.  I never tire of Memphis.  They have some of the greatest food places around and I love just strolling down the infamous Beale Street, but we'll save the latter for another time.

While in Memphis this past weekend, I stopped by Kooky Canuck.  If you've never visited Kooky Canuck, then you need to check them out.  Kooky Canuck was featured on Man vs. Food in 2008, when it was previously known as The Bigfoot Lodge.  Adam Richman, from Man vs. Food, attempted (and failed) the Kookamonga Challenge (previously the Bigfoot Challenge), which required him to eat a 10lb burger in under an hour.

First of all, I would instantly fail at this challenge, so no, I did not take on that challenge.  I can barely finish a burger before getting stuffed to the point I can no longer eat anymore!  But what I did order, was the Fish N Chips.  I was also accompanied by my husband and son, who ordered the 6 oz. Great Maple Sirloin and Fish N Chips.  Shawn had mentioned that the Fish N Chips were not your ordinary Captain D's battered fish.  These are made with a New England style batter, where the fish is two generous fillets of cod hand dipped in an English beer batter. 

FISH N CHIPS

GREAT MAPLE SIRLOIN STEAK WITH GREEN BEANS

While we were waiting on our food, I got to meet Shawn Danko, the owner of Kooky Canuck, as well as the General Manager, Terry Trim.  Shawn had asked if I ordered any appetizers (which I hadn't) and he said he was bringing us some BBQ Pork Egg Rolls, that I had to try.  He was right about I had to try these, because these were the best egg rolls ever! The wantons were fried to a perfect crisp and were filled with a sweet bbq pork filling that I couldn't get enough of! These were the bomb!  I will definitely be trying these again!  

BBQ PORK EGG ROLLS

AND THE LAST ONE!

Ok, Shawn...I've got to know how you make these!  But, let's not forget the side items.  I ordered the Cheesy Corn.  I didn't know really what to expect...I thought maybe it was corn on the cob, with a cheesy sauce...but this was even better!  Whole Kernel (or maybe cream style corn) meshed with a LOT of cheese sauce.  This was totally something different and something I've never had, nor heard of, but was sure glad I tried it.  YUMMO!  

My son, who just normally just starts eating and who never comments or compliments (verbally, anyway) his food, instantly commented about his 6 oz. Great Maple Sirloin.  He repeatedly kept saying how good his steak was and like a good mother that I am, I had to try it (hey!  I'm not going to miss something my son says taste good!)  He was right on the spot...this Great Maple Sirloin was awesome!  It had a slight sweetness from the Maple Syrup flavoring and the steak was really tender.  After a couple of bites of it, my son said, "Ok, that's enough!"  

Kooky Canuck has tons of burgers and sandwiches to choose from with a wide variety of add ons.  They also serve soups and salads, entrees, desserts and great tasting appetizers that you can't pass up (I'm coming back for more of those BBQ Pork Egg Rolls!)

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I love the whole atmosphere and decor of Kooky Canuck.  I can tell it's a favorite among the local (and tourists), as this place was packed by the time I got ready to leave.  The food was served hot and the service was excellent. Dana, our waitress, was always nearby if we needed anything and was a very pleasant person to talk with.  I would definitely recommend visiting Kooky Canuck if you've never ate here before...and DON'T FORGET TO TRY THE BBQ PORK EGG ROLLS!

Visit Kooky Canuck at http://www.kookycanuck.com/

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97 S 2nd St

Memphis, TN 38103

(901) 578-9800

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1250 N. Germantown Pkwy
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 800-2453

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*** This post is sponsored by Kooky Canuck.  I want to thank Shawn and Terry for hosting my family and I.  Although I may have received a complimentary meal, as ALWAYS, all opinions expressed are 100% my own.