Business Description from the Web
Located next to a huge tourist draw like B. B. King's, Black Diamond enjoys a certain degree of anonymity a fact that makes it all the more appealing. This cozy bar is where the locals head when they are looking for a night on the town and some great blues music. In fact, don't be surprised if you see somebody famous gracing the stage names like Bob Margolin, Isaac Hayes and Matt Murphy...
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Posted by 10best
on October 22, 2008
Looking for the blues? Here in the hometown of the blues, this club is a sure bet for the real thing. Live bands take the stage every night, making this small bar a big hit on Beale Street. Recent blues greats who have played here include Muddy Waters' former sidekick Steady Rollin' Bob Margolin. Look closely for the neon sign, because it's easy to miss this little gem on a street crowded with...
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Posted by wcities
on August 25, 2008
Black Diamond serves up American cooking known for their pizza, ribs and sandwiches. Expect the average entrée to cost $8 to $12.
Taste the best barbecue and pizza on Beale Street and listen to some of the best musicians in Memphis while at this favorite night spot that provides the best in local and national blues bands nightly.
Editorial Reviews from the web
Although fairly new on the Beale Street scene, this club has caught on in a big way and has attracted the likes of the Memphis Horns, Matt "Guitar" Murphy, Isaac Hayes, and The Nighthawks to get up on the stage here. The last Thursday of the month is songwriter's night.
Other Reviews from the web
Cheap drinks, decent bar food (wings, fingers, pizza, etc), and great location. Amongst a sea of bars, street performers, clubs and bands this little diamond in the rough is a great local hangout.
I worked in Memphis 2 weekends a month for a year and a half, so I got to know my way around pretty good! I "lived" at the Radisson Hotel, 2 blocks from Beale, but being from Boston, had always been a big blues fan (or since many rock & roll guitar virtuosos' started dying in the early 70's anyways)!
153 beale st memphis, tn...
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