14 spots to grab drinks before Grizzlies games

Heading to FedExForum to watch Ja and the gang take to the court? Let us help you find the best spots in Downtown Memphis to enjoy drinks before Grizz games.

Amelia Gene’s

For those looking for an elevated experience, Amelia Gene’s gorgeous bar is the ticket.

Bardog Tavern

Bardog is tried, true, and has plenty of booze to get you ready for the game.

Bar Ware

With unique cocktails on the menu and a full bar, Bar Ware is a great choice for pregame sips.

B.B. King’s Blues Club

Just steps from FedExForum, B.B. King’s Blues Club is the spot to immerse yourself in Memphis culture, hear top-notch music and enjoy a cold drink on Beale Street.

Catherine & Mary’s

Located one block from FedExForum, Catherine & Mary’s provides an upscale (but approachable) aesthetic, extensive wine menu and cocktails for Grizzlies fans.

Ghost River Brewing Co.

Located next door to FedExForum, enjoying a beer or two before the game at Ghost River’s Beale Street location couldn’t be more convenient.

The Green Beetle

Head to The Green Beetle to enjoy a couple beers in a laid-back atmosphere before tipoff.

Memphis Filling Station

The newest addition to the local craft beer scene, Memphis Filling Station has more than a dozen brews on tap to choose from.

Old Dominick Distillery

Belly up to Old Dominick’s bar for cocktails you won’t soon forget. Prefer beer? They have a few local options available, too.

Silky O’Sullivan’s

A classic, right? If you have friends in tow, order a diver bucket to split at Silky’s before the game.

Slider Inn Downtown

No matter the temperature, a pregame Jameson Slushie at Slider Inn Downtown is a must.

The Lobbyist

With a spacious patio for early fall and beautiful bar inside for the colder months, The Lobbyist gives Grizzlies fans a nice spot to enjoy a drink before heading to the game. 

The Archives Bar & Bistro

Wine, cocktails, beer? No matter what you fancy, The Archives Bar & Bistro located inside Hotel Napoleon has just what you need.

Wiseacre Brewing Company

Craft beer drinkers flock to Wiseacre’s luxe Downtown taproom and for good reason. With dozens of brews on tap and a couple non-alcoholic options, it’s sure to please your entire crew. 

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