Maciel's Tortas & Tacos is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

1. Maciel's Tortas & Tacos

9.2
45 S Main St, Memphis, TN
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Memphis · 20 tips and reviews

Jessica T.Jessica Toliuszis: Authentic! Awesome tortas sandwiches and the tacos are as authentic as they come. Spicy shrimp taco is the best

Jessica T.Jessica Toliuszis: Authentic and awesome tacos. The spicy shrimp taco is spicy and sweet- terrific. Authentic and awesome tortas / sandwiches

Leslie Z.Leslie Zamora: I loved the caldo tlapeño sopa and spicy shrimp taco with mango. Very authentic and delicious!!

Little Italy Pizza is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

2. Little Italy Pizza

8.1
1495 Union Ave, Memphis, TN
Pizzeria · Central Gardens · 27 tips and reviews

The Commercial AppealThe Commercial Appeal: Authentic New York pizza in Memphis. Grab a couple of (huge) slices and order some garlic knots on the side.

Larry B.Larry Bryant: This is by far the BEST pizza location in Memphis. I recommend this to any and everyone. You want authentic pizza. Little Italy is the place to be. 😩🙌🏾

Sara O.Sara O'Bannon: Best NY Pizza in Tennessee and truly authentic by the slice!!

Los Comales is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

3. Los Comales

8.4
4774 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN
Mexican Restaurant · 3 tips and reviews

The Commercial AppealThe Commercial Appeal: Some of the best authentic Mexican food in Memphis. Try the enchiladas.

Daniel B.Daniel Bardán: Authentic mexican food!! The place is small but very home-feeling, they have TV's and the play Futbol on the weekends. Good for families.

Parker H.Parker Hays: as Mayor, I have to recommend the Torta Pastor. That's a sweet and spicy Pork sandwich. The pork is finely diced and covered in fresh toppings. You get chips and salsa with your order. About $5.50.

Las Delicias is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

4. Las Delicias

8.8
4002 Park Ave (East of Goodlett), Memphis, TN
Mexican Restaurant · 81 tips and reviews

Abigail W.Abigail Warren: Best Mexican food in Memphis. Authentic food and good prices. Can go on a date for two for less than $15. Steak quesadilla is great too!!!

Devin F.Devin Franklin: Food was great, the price was right, and the service was great as well. My coworkers and I enjoyed the food and will be going back soon. Place has authentic Mexican food at affordable pricing.

Madison M.Madison Messmer: Another delicious Mexican restaurant with great authentic Mexican food and cheap too!

Elena's Taco Shop is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

5. Elena's Taco Shop

9.0
Summer Ave, Memphis, TN
Mexican Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Della M.Della Miller: Tacos! Authentic Cali style

Sam B.Sam Barclay: great California beach style taco shop. good food and good service.

Kerry C.Kerry Crawford: Try the carne asada fries - they might be the best loaded fries in the city. Read more.

Casablanca is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

6. Casablanca

8.8
5030 Poplar Ave #7, Memphis, TN
Middle Eastern Restaurant · 49 tips and reviews

Rebekah M.Rebekah Mathews: The atmosphere is great for a date of catching up with friends! The beef and lamb shawarma is the best thing on the menu! Messy but authentic, flavorful, and delicious!

Jeff B.Jeff Brittain: Fantastic place. Everything is of highest quality. Order a hot tea year round.

The Commercial AppealThe Commercial Appeal: Say hi to Amir, the owner. His ginger-honey tea and hummus with shawerma are a perfect combo. Read more.

La Guadalupana is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

7. La Guadalupana

8.5
4818 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN
Mexican Restaurant · 26 tips and reviews

Dustin S.Dustin Smith: Best authentic tacos in the city, hands down.

Daniel B.Daniel Bardán: Good variety of meats. Really good tacos and tortas. Great service.

Shawn D.Shawn Danko: Tongue tacos!!! Beef and chicken have never been the same after having tongue, it's so tender and juicy just like pot roast.

Pyro's Fire Fresh Pizza is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

8. Pyro's Fire Fresh Pizza

8.3
1199 Ridgeway Rd, Memphis, TN
Pizzeria · 35 tips and reviews

Michelle S.Michelle Spangler: Awesome flavor, with the authentic pizza oven. Create your own or choose from their combos, you won't regret it! Reasonable price, two sizes, family friendly... Go Enjoy one Today!

Ursula T.Ursula Thomas: Pizza always made fresh and taste fresh and healthy!

Katie B.Katie Breyer: I have to disagree with the price comment. You can get a filling meal for under $10, a craft beer for under $4. Not many places offer that! Get a brownstone beer and sit in their patio area!!. Delish

PYRO'S Fire Fresh Pizza is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

9. PYRO'S Fire Fresh Pizza

8.9
2286 N Germantown Pkwy, Cordova, TN
Pizzeria · 19 tips and reviews

Kent S.Kent Smith: Good pizza. Unique. Loved the fact that I could get anything I wanted for one price.

Rick K.Rick K: Love the concept but the line is always way too long.

Alicia C.Alicia Carpenter: Make your own pizza. I can take the whole family and everyone is happy. We all can have an individual pizza with our own toppings. Try the corn and black bean. Yum.

One & Only BBQ is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

10. One & Only BBQ

8.2
567 Perkins Extd, Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · 39 tips and reviews

Debra F.Debra Fradkin Rowars: Authentic BBQ with fresh buns & delish green beans. Sweet & spicy just the way it should be.

Patty C.Patty Campbell: Great pulled pork and the deviled eggs are delicious! Now I know what the "fuss is about"- great Memphis Barbecue!

Mary FoxyBrown H.Mary FoxyBrown Holsey: Delicious ~

The Slider Inn is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

11. The Slider Inn

9.0
2117 Peabody Ave (Cooper), Memphis, TN
Burger Joint · Midtown · 77 tips and reviews

Shannon M.Shannon Morgan: This is the only place in town that serves an authentic New England lobster roll on its regular menu. This is one of my favorite delicacies. Try it.. It's delicious!!

Philip P.Philip Prichard: The lobster roll is a great deal for lobster thats been flown in from Maine, fresh!

Emily A.Emily Adams: Dear Jason B... If you want sweet tea, go to McAlister's. Slider Inn is what it is. Get over it or bring your own simple syrup.

Loflin Yard is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

12. Loflin Yard

9.2
7 W Carolina Ave (Florida St), Memphis, TN
New American Restaurant · Downtown Memphis · 12 tips and reviews

Sarah W.Sarah Whinnem: Maple espresso pulled pork, queso, and fire pits.

RaquelRaquel: Such a great hangout for friends and fam! They host several fundraisers in support of the Memphis community and culture. Always good tunes & an amazing atmosphere! So thankful for this downtown oasis!

Sharbour R.Sharbour Ray: Hands down the best smoked wings! Family - Pet - Kid friendly environment. I love laying in the hammocks and playing over-sized Connect Four Games!

Payne's Bar-B-Q is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

13. Payne's Bar-B-Q

8.1
1762 Lamar Ave (at McLean Blvd), Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · 32 tips and reviews

Tim S.Tim Scoutelas: Need some authentic, Memphis BBQ? They have space heaters in this place it is so down home. Check it out!

Casey Z.Casey Zumwalt: My favorite BBQ sandwhich in Memphis. I love their mustard coleslaw.

Kerry C.Kerry Crawford: The medium sauce is quite possibly made by the angels. It's a foodgasm for real.

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

14. Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

8.8
730 S Mendenhall Rd (Spottswood), Memphis, TN
Fried Chicken Joint · 70 tips and reviews

Taylor B.Taylor Babich: Half chicken, Mac and cheese, greens, and fried rice. Start with pickles and green tomatoes

The Commercial AppealThe Commercial Appeal: Best fried chicken in Memphis. Get some fried green tomatoes or fried pickles. Heck, get both.

Melissa B.Melissa Baggett: Don't tell my mom, but this is the best fried chicken i've ever had, sub for mac-n-cheese in your combo!

Muddy's Bake Shop + Coffee is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Memphis.

15. Muddy's Bake Shop + Coffee

8.5
585 S Cooper St, Memphis, TN
Coffee Shop · Midtown · 13 tips and reviews

Eric A.Eric Adamcik: Amazing coffee selection with an equally amazing staff, plus everything in pastries you've come to love from Muddy's.

DudeDude: Cupcakes and cappuccino

ElleElle: There are outdoor tables!