The Cove is a welcoming bar and neighborhood gathering place in Memphis, Tennessee, where classic cocktails, fresh oysters, and comforting bar fare come together in a relaxed, low-key setting.
Located at 2559 Broad Ave, this local favorite offers the kind of easygoing atmosphere that makes it just as appealing for a casual night out as it is for a planned evening with friends.
Whether you’re stopping in for a great beer, expertly mixed cocktails, happy-hour drinks, or food at the bar, The Cove delivers a memorable experience with a warm, inviting feel that keeps guests coming back.
What makes The Cove stand out is the balance of quality, comfort, and energy. Guests enjoy fast service, table service, and plenty of seating, making it a convenient choice for everything from solo dining to group outings.
The menu and atmosphere are built for variety and enjoyment, with standout bar food, fresh seafood, and a strong drink selection that includes beer, cocktails, alcohol, and spirits. Entertainment adds even more to the experience, with karaoke, live music, and live performances creating a lively setting that feels both fun and approachable.
Outdoor seating, dine-in, takeaway, and delivery options give guests the flexibility to enjoy The Cove however they prefer.
The Cove also makes comfort and accessibility a priority, with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, and restroom facilities available for guests. Planning ahead is simple too, thanks to reservation acceptance and convenient payment options including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
With a strong 4.60-star rating from 719 reviews, The Cove has earned a reputation for being casual, cozy, and trendy while consistently delivering the kind of experience people want from a trusted bar and nightlife destination.
For anyone looking for a place that combines great drinks, satisfying food, welcoming service, and a lively local vibe, The Cove is a standout choice in Memphis.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at The Cove
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
seven large seasoned grilled shrimp. romaine lettuce, tomatoes, and goat cheese; lightly tossed with our garlic lemon vinaigrette and topped with croutons
wedge of iceberg lettuce topped with our cove blue cheese dressing, diced pimentos, and crumbled bacon; served with a side of garlic lemon vinaigrette
rockefeller sauce and chopped artichokes mixed with a combination of cream, mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. served with 4 slices of ciabatta toasted bread
these are not the dry, salt-cured fare you find in a jar. fresh, marinated anchovies and capers on top of potato chips
ours is a syrian recipe using olive oil, fresh ground cumin, and allspice
green, red and black mixed cerignola olives
cove blue cheese dressing spiked with red chili sauce served with fritos and celery sticks
seven large seasoned grilled shrimp served with our spicy cajun remoulade sauce
seven large shrimp served with our house cocktail sauce
three slices of toasted ciabatta bread topped with coppa ham, blue cheese and parsley
to ensure optimum freshness, oysters are shucked as ordered. please excuse the occasional wait. dozen, 1/2 dozen/ dozen
1/2 dozen oysters cooked in the half shell topped with rockefeller sauce and parmesan cheese
1/2 dozen oysters cooked in the half shell topped with bacon and sherry with a hint of nutmeg
mildly spiced gyro chicken slices dressed with a lemon dill tzatziki sauce wrapped in a pita. served with kettle chips on the side
thinly sliced italian style roast beef on a toasted ciabatta bun with provolone cheese and horseradish sauce; served with au jus gravy, baby dill pickles and kettle chips
a pita bread hummus wrap with goat cheese, olives and roasted tomatoes; served with a side salad
sliced genoa, sopressata, and coppa salamis, provolone, grilled eggplant, roasted tomatoes, and olives
marinated artichokes, hummus, grilled eggplant, roasted tomatoes, olives, and pita bread
two larosa tamales baked in a casserole boat topped with cream cheese rotel dip and fresh ground cumin; served with fritos. for extreme heat, ask your server for red hot chili sauce
a grilled cheese panini on a ciabatta bun with provolone, parmesan, goat cheese, crispy bacon and roasted tomatoes; served with chips
marinated artichokes, goat cheese, fresh-marinated anchovies and capers
sauteed eggplant, roasted tomatoes and goat cheese
genoa, sopressata, and coppa salamis, italian olive salad and provolone cheese
spinach rockefeller sauce with marinated artichokes, goat cheese, bacon and topped with a half dozen fresh-shucked oysters
spinach rockefeller sauce with marinated artichokes, goat cheese and bacon
pesto with goat cheese, sauteed eggplant and roasted tomatoes
pesto with genoa, sopressata, and coppa salamis and italian olive salad
shrimp with fresh marinated anchovies, capers and roasted tomatoes
hummus with italian olive salad and roasted tomatoes
chocolate gelato with a zabaione cream center; topped with hazelnuts and cocoa powder
brown sugar brownie made with butter, pecans, and cream cheese; topped with whipped cream
Hear from our valued guests
Came this past weekend with my sister. Wasn’t there long but the time we did spend was relaxing. Everything is open, everyone is up and moving around, very fluid. Bartenders were cool and the atmosphere was welcoming. We had a few drinks. One was suggested, a rum and ginger beer mix, the other, a simple crown and coke. Both were good. Will be back soon!
good food, good tunes, good service. a happy establishment I would recommend to anyone. and yes, they serve oysters
Wonderful food and service. Outstanding live music many nights a week. Dogs welcomed.
Food is decent for bar food. Great selection of whiskies and even a small selection of absinthe. Small space, especially when there is a show or event, but no place goes harder when it comes to theme and ambiance.
We went to celebrate our friend birthday at the bar. The live music was amazing. The drink was good. Service was beautiful. We all had a great time here. Definitely one of the best bar to hang out with friends without worrying about anything.
⭐☆☆☆☆ (5 stars for entertainment, 1 star for logic) The Cove is less of a bar and more of a social experiment designed to answer the question: “What if every character in a sitcom was trapped in the same building with alcohol?” First, there’s Nick. Nick walks around like he’s the final boss in a vampire video game, but he’s really giving “regional manager of a vintage Hot Topic.” The curly mullet is a bold choice, and by bold, I mean it appears to have made the choice for him. Every retro t-shirt looks like it has survived at least three decades and two divorces. He projects Dark Lord energy but somehow also the energy of a guy who would immediately apologize to a house cat for being in its way. The cougar population seems oddly fascinated by him, which is proof that nature remains full of mysteries. Then we have Brandon. Nobody is entirely convinced Brandon is actually named Brandon. He has the hair of a luxury shampoo commercial and carries himself like he’s moments away from boarding a yacht in Monaco. Yet somehow he’s standing at The Cove. He speaks with the confidence of a man who has definitely used the word “curated” while discussing domestic beer. Respectfully, he’s one silk scarf away from becoming a witness in an international art fraud documentary. And then there’s Mikey. Sweet, glorious Mikey. The man’s a badass DJ who somehow manages to be both the soundtrack and the main character. His musical selections keep the place alive, and his booty deserves its own historical marker. Scientists should study it. Local government should protect it. The Cove should probably put it on the logo. Finally, Mary. Mary has enough Big Boss Energy to run a small nation. Unfortunately, she appears to use that power exclusively to reject feedback and terrify innocent menu suggestions. The menu reads like it was assembled during a power outage with no adult supervision. Every recommendation seems to enter a black hole from which no idea can escape. If confidence alone
Attended a gathering to celebrate a coworker. We had the place to ourselves. The staff was absolutely professional. Soft and quite during speeches. Attentive. It was awesome. Great place great bar. I hope they stay around a long long time
If you are looking for a great place for good food and drinks with a friendly atmosphere and music this is the place for you. You are greeted by very friendly puppy dogs in a pirate ship setting. Live music at night. The food is So good that it makes you want to come back and try the other dishes. Tyler Holmes who works there was very friendly and a pleasure to meet. I enjoy going there meeting new people every time I visit ❤️
Aye mane, the vibes were great and so were the staff, the food and drinks 🍹. That spinach and artichoke dip with the perfectly toasted bread was phenomenal
What a find!!! Nicholas was a wonderful tastebud tour guide! He walked me through the extensive cocktail menu. He was full of suggestions and helped us navigate the many different options. He was so kind he even gave us suggestions on local places to go listen to music. The vibe was a perfect combination of casual and approachable, but sprinkled with fancy cocktails that I definitely wouldn’t get at my neighborhood bar.
Common questions about The Cove
The Cove is located at 2559 Broad Ave, Memphis, TN 38112, United States, Memphis, TN 38112, United States.
You can reach The Cove by calling +1 901-730-0719.
The Cove has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 719 customer reviews.
The Cove features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
The Cove features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
The Cove features the following highlights: Fast service, Great bar food, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Karaoke, Live music, Live performances.
The Cove features the following popular for: Solo dining.
The Cove features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Food, Food at bar, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Spirits, Wine.
The Cove features the following dining options: Seating, Table service.
The Cove features the following amenities: Restroom.
The Cove features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
The Cove features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
The Cove features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
The Cove features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
The Cove features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
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