Peggy’s Heavenly Home Cooking

What a great find! Good food and service at a reasonable price.
We were looking for a good soul food place near the hotel but almost all of them close at 7. Peggy’s showed as being open until 9 in Unilocal so we tried it. It turns out they close at 8 and we got there at 8. They welcomed us with a big smile and said «if you want to eat, you are going to eat!».
My wife had the homemade meatloaf and I had the catfish. They were both very good and fresh.
We will definitely go back when passing through Memphis.

I was looking for a new place to try for lunch after church. I was driving down Elvis Presley Blvd and saw this restaurant off to the side. The sign says under new management and open so I turn around and came in. Home cooked meals. You can dine in or get it to go. Service was fast and good and my food was great. Food came out in no time since I ordered the vegetable plate. Greens, green beans and yams were cooked to perfection. Iced sweet tea was excellent. There is a sweet little older lady that sat at one of the tables that greeted everyone that entered and thanked everyone for coming when they leave. Next time I will order one of the meat dishes (buffalo fish, catfish, baked chicken and pork chops) by the looks of it all I know I won’t be disappointed.

We found this gem while heading to Graceland and I am glad we did. The tattered banner out front was the only indication that a restaurant existed in this unassuming building that looked more like a funeral home on the outside.
Inside, we were promptly greeted by friendly staff who may have all been family. The daily specials were made fresh to order but there were hot items on a buffet line available for those not having 15 minutes to wait for a freshly prepared meal.
The wait was well worth it. The catfish fillet was fried just right with a light, cornmeal breading and the fish was very fresh. I also sampled the fried pork chop which had really good seasoning and flavor. Sides were delicious, especially the greens and yams, but the Mac and cheese and black-​eyed peas were not too shabby either. Added a side of sweet tea and had the perfect southern meal that left me full, satisfied, and wanting to come back for more.
Overall a great and authentic experience. I would definitely return if ever in the Memphis area again.