The Memphis Scene

This thread on the Goner board got me thinking about the best patio for dining or lounging in Memphis. Obviously, we've had some nice days and nights for doing so lately.

I'll cast my vote for the new patio out back at Cafe 1912. I didn't even know it was there until our waiter whisked us back there Sunday night. It's a nice secluded place with wicker chairs and sturdy wooden tables, and my girlfriend and I were lucky enough to have the whole place to ourselves.

Cafe 1912 is becoming one of my favorite places in town for a nice dinner. The menu continues to be tweaked for the seasons (I had a nice lamb loin with just-in-season peas and asparagus), and you can't beat the selection of cheap wines-by-the-glass ($6 now instead of $5, but still a deal).