Each room has a decorative theme like purple walls and black leather sofas. Here, though, your money buys you a few extra comforts such as a terrace where exercise equipment is delivered on request. To kick back with clients, try a cocktail or two at Le Chardonnay, a dimly lit midtown wine bar with more than 40 wines by the glass. At mealtime in Memphis the tables get quiet, since no one dares to spoil a fine spread with too much talk. This is especially true at barbecue places.
Pork is the main meat here.
If you insist on using a fork, Memphis has some fine dining. A cheaper substitute is Paulette's in midtown, where the southern food is served with European accents. It's best to hit Beale Street. For a more authentic Beale Street experience, visit one of several old-style blues joints that dot the strip. A different sort of diversion awaits at Southland Greyhound Park, in West Memphis, Ark.