FOOD, COMMUNITY, COMFORT since 1995

Welcome to Memphis Café, a beloved local establishment located in the heart of the SOBECA district in Costa Mesa. Since 1995, we have been delighting locals with our unique take on Southern home-style cooking. Indulge in our signature dishes such as our smoky gumbo, pulled pork, buttermilk fried chicken and our famous chicken and waffles. Come and enjoy a thoughtfully crafted selection of both classic and distinctive hand-crafted cocktails and a carefully curated beer and wine at this well-preserved 1950’s mod building, the former “Kings Inn”. Our friendly staff is excited to welcome you and provide you with an exceptional dining experience.


$12.95 Weekly Deals

Meatloaf Sunday

Industry Tuesday

Hickory BBQ Wednesday

Pot Roast Thursday

Grub with Greg features Memphis

“Everything here was excellent! The Down Home Gumbo and Barbecue Shrimp and Green Chili Grits were my favorite and I’m totally coming back for their Bananas Foster Banana Pudding! It was out of this world!!🍞”

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