When the Pats' uncharacteristic performance cost them the AFC championship, I decided to do something uncharacteristic myself: to check out the brand new establishment Bar DKDC in Cooper Young -- self-conscious of my own uncoolness, I tend to stay clear of this kind of places. I don't usually drink alcohol, but decided to try one of their speciality drinks, just to be completely out of character. I was thankful that the bartender talked me out of ordering something that I would definitely regret after the first sip. Having already eaten dinner, we decided to try a couple of the small plates. Their current menu theme is Mexican/Spanish street food ( I read somewhere the menu changes monthly). Knowing little Spanish, I had to ask the bartender what most items were and he was very helpful. We tried the Patatas Bravas and Artisan Tostado(spell?), both of which were poorly executed. Their Patatas Bravas were the saddest looking fries I've ever seen: tiny and limp, drizzled with some kind of aioli that didn't help to elevate them. Besides, my buddy Google told me afterwards Patatas Bravas are supposed to be cubes or chunks. There was nothing artisan about the Tostado: five pieces of small toasts smeared with some melted dark chocolate as if they were some kid's kitchen project and the toasts were not evenly toasted (or fried), some piece being harder than the others that almost cost me a front tooth. So based on the very limited samples we tried, I gave the food two stars but I realize that being brand new (one-week old when we visited), their kitchen must have some kinks to work out, or maybe it was just an off night? Distraught Falcons or Pats' fans on duty? The decor, the setup, the drink list (and the bartender I may add) make Bar DKDC a perfect place for girls night out, and therefore guys will find it a "target rich environment". Oh, I don't know how you cool kids cope, but I had to put my purse on the floor and hold my coat on my lap since the barstools don't have back support and there was no coat/purse hanger under the bar.
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Richard A.
The cool new spot that people are talking about. Good prices for the tapas, but expensive drinks. I was not too impressed with their current Mexican-ish menu, the crispy chicken tacos I had were soggy. Dessert comes from next door at the Beauty Shop, at their price. The atmosphere at DKDC (don't know don't care) makes up for the experience. Always busy, sometimes hard to get seated. Good news is that they change their menu often, so I'll venture on back at some other time.
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C. Ann W.
I've been here a few times and I have loved it every time. I really like the atmosphere and decor, I do however wish they would not make it so dark during the dinner time. I could barely see my food this last visit 3/20/15. I think they are reasonably priced and the food is excellent. We had the bread plate (it was the only item I would say was just OK), the chicken havanas...they were amazing and we ended up ordering more, the lamb plate which was delicious and also the tacos. Wine was served in mason jars which I just love. And the waiter was attentive without being annoying. I will definitely be back, many times. If they ever have the white chocolate blue berry bread pudding for dessert, you MUST get it!
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Casey B.
I've been to this place twice so far and have enjoyed myself thoroughly both times. Last time I went they were out of the rum I wanted (Oronoco, its great on the rocks. They do have it misspelled on the menu btw). So the bartender brought out a couple samples of popular rums for me to try and make my decision from. Gotta love that service! Try the french fries! I know, everyone has had tons of french fries, but the fries here are special. I had the Banh Mi here as well. It was excellent and went well with some of the local brews they have on tap.
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Kontji A.
The name "Bar DKDC (Don't Know Don't Care)" only tells half the story. To me, it's a restaurant/lounge. This is one of my go-to restaurants for good, small-to-medium-sized plates. They have great portion sizes! The cool thing about DKDC is they regularly change the menu, but keep items that are huge crowd favorites like the Chicken Havanas (DELISH). I've never had a bad dish. DKDC is full of character and comfort. I love the decor, I feel like I'm in an artsy loft whenever I go there. On weekends, you might stumble upon an awesome local band. It's a must-do, if you're in Memphis. Oh, before you leave, be sure to take a $5 pic in the photo booth with your pal.
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Amanda G.
Very very unfriendly & stuck up. Guess you have to be a retro hipster cool kid with attitude to fit in or get any respect from the servers & bar tender. Unfortunate.
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Harry D.
Cool decor (modern art, e.g.), warm red walls, comforting soul music from the DJ, and a fun crowd. Note it was a Saturday night that I went. But I didn't have drinks or dinner, so I can't speak to their main attraction.
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Lauren G.
Love this place!! Cool, eclectic atmosphere with the bright red walls, mod and mismatched furniture, and drinks served in mason jars and mules . On Fridays and Saturdays there is a dj who spins older records. There are some people who dance , but overall it has more of a lounge vibe. I always get the Moscow Mule here, and their entire cocktail list looks pretty enticing. Their food menu apparently rotates: tonight my roommate and I split the southwest and Israel burgers, which were very delicious, Juicy, and the perfect size. Overall, I really liked this month's menu. Cool place, Cooler people, great drinks, interesting food!
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Stephanie H.
A bunch of friends and I came here for the first time the other night and we were not impressed. The place has a very interesting around-the-world theme going on. It's decorated with items representing several cultures, and the theme carries over to the menu which features dishes inspired by different cultures (country is specified for every dish). We liked the decor. They also have a cool drinks menu which was quite pricy. All their cocktails started at an 8$ minimum, and come in mason jars of various sizes. Be sure to ask the waiter what exactly the cocktail tastes like before ordering it. I ordered a Blackberry Julip hoping I would taste some blackberry in there, but instead got a mouthful of Jim Beam at every sip. Tried some of their other drinks which weren't too bad though. They also had beer available. Their food is incredibly expensive for the portion that you get. A friend ordered their Israel Burger which was for over 9$ and it came in a tiny plate with no sides. I ordered their handcut fries which were for 5$. They were pretty thick as expected, but not worth the 5$ in my opinion. They came with a dip in a very shallow small dish, and when I asked for ketchup, it was brought out in the same small shallow dish. A third friend ordered their vegetarian dish which tasted really good, but was over $9 and came in an incredibly tiny portion. The other thing that we found to be annoying was the wait-time for the food. Considering how tiny those portions were, you'd think they'd come out faster. After doing a little investigating, we realized that this bar shares its kitchen with the Beauty Shop restaurant next door (same owners I think), which is why the food took so long to come out. In the end, all 5 of us decided that we were not coming back here again. I should mention that the waiter that we had was very pleasant and tried his best to make up for the long wait-time for the food.
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Christopher M.
Get good on the good foot. That's what I had when I walked in, it was delicious. Bought one for my friend and he had three more haha. The atmosphere is low key, eclectic and inviting. Live band playing tonight and they are awesome; Marcella & Her Lovers. Food is great but I'm a drink man when it comes to bars so I liked the drinks
(5)
Caroline V.
This is one of my favorite places to go for a quiet drink with friends after work ... They open right at 5, and I've never seen it get too packed at that hour. Week nights typically have a very relaxed and uncrowded feel, but weekends can get a little cray. If you like the Automatic Slims decor, this will look somewhat familiar, with mismatched mid-century lounge seating to boot. Bartenders know what they're doing, there's a unique cocktail list and decent wine/beer selection. I can count on something to eat that isn't fried (usually), and even with the rotating menu I can count on the fact that it's always going to be good. Currently it's Mediterranean, and that's just as good as the Asian and Southern menus I've sampled at various points in time. I give DKDC five stars after many visis, each one consistent with good service, great atmosphere, and yummy food.
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Joani E.
Went Friday evening , by myself - 6pm to avoid the crowds. Was told to sit wherever and chose dining seating for 2. Had the pork spring roll special, which was rather tasty, with coriander, mustard, cilantro and au jus. Before my mussels came, they told me they had mistaken a reservation and I needed to move. They put me at a low cocktail table that sat 4 and proceeded to pull back the curtain and bustle around moving furniture around for the incoming group. I was asked when I ordered the mussels if I wanted "artisan bread" with it . I'm used to bread just coming with mussels, but said sure. It was a waste of money. Not only was the bread in disguise as two small rocks, but the mussels come dry. There is no juice to sop up. It wasn't horrible, but I won't be back.
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Amanda D.
This is my neighborhood go-to. So much so, that oftentimes I wind up here 2-3 times a week (like this week). The menu changes frequently with a concept of street food. This week, it was Mediterranean /Middle Eastern. Chicken Shawarma was solid, although not terribly authentic (I don't really care about authenticity, if the food is good). Typically, I just stick to drinks here. The Greenline is my favorite - a really bright and fresh cocktail, especially good during the summer months. If food is your focal point, this may not be your bag. But if you like cozy, quirky hangouts with fantastic local music (Marcella Simien plays there quite a bit and she is a bad ass), you'll be in your element. Oh, and the photobooth is good fun too.
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Cristina H.
This place is honestly the only tapas place that i actually like. I don't know if its because the menu changes from time to time or what. I like the change because you can never get bored but i also get sad when I don't make it back in time to try it again. Ive been when there was a Jamaican menu and it was great and this pass time it was Mediterranean and that was some of the best hummus I've ever had. It was served with some small pita bread and I believe those were pine nuts in the warm hummus. the food here is great and the atmosphere and decor is so unique. When you walk in you see that is quite small, almost like a boutique. But there's plenty places to sit. I really like the intimate feel it gives. I don't suggest it for groups but a small girls night out or a beginning place for date night i definitely would say YES! I hope I get to go back soon and enjoy the hummus and the shrimp tapa again before the menu changes. If not, I'm sure whatever they may have I'll find something I'll like again. Oh and I can't really speak on the cocktails because I forgot my drivers license BUT the little 8oz mason jars they are served in is very cute.
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Ash M.
The hipster wannabe in me cries out in happiness. Bar DKDC is a lovely space! If I lived in Memphis, I'd probably come here every night to unwind and chit-chat with friends. Cute decor. Drinks from a mason jar. Cheap (my friend and I only wanted lemonade & gingerbeer....got it for $3!). Super friendly bartender. What more can you ask for :)
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Joelle P.
Another Karen Carrier eclectic awesomeness. This is definitely a charming spot - and I just love that it is in Cooper-Young. I can't exactly put my finger on why I like this place so much...perhaps simply because it is cozy and cute. The perfect place for date night or to catch up with friends. I typically don't like menus that change too frequently (I like to know what I'm getting) but every month DKDC features a new country and this month happened to be Jamaican cuisine. I wasn't particularly blown away by any of the dishes but I do love tapas style since I get to try a little bit of everything and don't have to commit to one thing. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the food (particularly the shrimp) but nothing really had me salivating for more. That might be a good thing that I can try something else entirely next month. All of the drinks are served in mason jars, which may be a little overplayed at this point, but the mismatched dishes are definitely cool. As are the varied chairs and tables. It is almost like a mini Molly Fontaine Lounge with more emphasis on the food. Plus the photo booth in the corner is awesome.
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Leah Beth B.
Bar DKDC might just be my favorite spot in Memphis. The cozy, NYC-style restaurant is located right next door to Beauty Shop and is operated by the same owner. It's tiny, so if you blink, you'll miss it. The restaurant operates with a changing menu (changes every five weeks) that boasts Global street market-style food. Currently, they offer a Mediterranean selection. I had drinks there a couple of times before I finally bit the bullet and dined there last week. The cocktails are amazing. I suggest trying the Green Line or the Blue Suede Tini. Plus, they typically have live music on the weekends, which is an added bonus. I opted to start with the hummus, of course. I know it's "just" hummus, but it was delicious. For my meal I had the lamb shawarma, which is similar to a gyro. It was seasoned to perfection. My boyfriend had the falafel, which he raved about as well. Word of warning: these plates are small. If you're really hungry, order something else. Overall, it's the ambience that makes me love this place so much. Oh, and there's a vintage photo booth, too!
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Rachel L.
The decor aims to be hip and comfortable, and it wasn't overly crowded either time I've been there. I would probably embrace this bar as a neighborhood haunt if it weren't for a few irksome issues. The food was reasonable priced, but wasn't great. The drinks were expensive. On the second occasion, I ordered a higher tier bourbon neat, and they served it in what looked like a babyfood container. I understand that they're catering to the hipster crowd, but one thing I look for in a bar is not needing to bring my own glassware.
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Josh W.
This place is my favorite new memphis attraction. I've been taking everyone here since it opened. Love the food, the drinks and the atmosphere. It's definitely cool, but relaxed.
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Karen L.
I gotta admit -- I was skeptical about this place. I'm not usually a fan of Karen Carrier, but our UYE (shout-out to William and Joelle!) was fabulous! Our server, MC, was great -- lots of patience with me continuing to fail to actually read the drink menu, and well informed on the current menu (which was on its second day). The Green Line cocktail is amazing! I downed the first one in record time and was working on my second when it started to hit me, which is exactly how I like to get drunk. They've just started an American menu (which seems like a bit of a cop-out to me -- did they run out of foreign countries?), so we were encouraged to provide feedback on what could be improved. Which, I kind of like, because they actually care what I think, but kind of don't, because, well, I won't be back on this menu, so why am I working the kinks out for someone else? The deviled eggs were good, but I don't understand the drizzle of olive oil. It didn't add to the taste at all, but just made them greasy. The boyfriend enjoyed his fried chicken livers, though the fried flavor overwhelmed the liver for me. The chicken biscuits had way too much tarragon in the sauce -- I couldn't taste the sesame or pecan, and in fact, since the biscuit was crunchy, the texture of the chicken blended right into that. However, the Pittsburgh ribeye burger was amazing, and the s'mores dessert special was a yummy take on the campfire classic. Now, the kitschy decor, I can take or leave. Drinking out of a mason jar feels a little "hipster wedding five years ago," personally, but it didn't detract from the experience nearly as much as...the font on the menu. Some awful combination of upper and lower case, and just completely illegible. I actually had to ask the server to translate some items! Plus, I don't really get the name, and our receipt still says Do Restaurant on it -- guess they didn't update their POS! That being said, I would definitely return here, for dinner, drinks or a midnight snack. It was pretty reasonably priced too -- $56 for the two of us, including a couple of $9 cocktails. I'm sure the company had something to do with it, but I had a great time here!
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Jennifer R.
When I walked into this place I was expecting something completely different... The place is quite quant and intimate. I loved the decor in the place. It had a funky flare to it with a vintage inspired spin. A lot like her other restaurants which I love. There is also this cool photo booth that I will have to try next time I venture here. I ordered a beer and they brought it to me in a mason jar....love that style. I ordered the fish tacos. They were extremely good but the size of the two tacos was small. Lets just say it did not fill me up so I ordered more! I will be coming back to this place but for me it won't be a regular spot. I look forward to going back with my friends to try more items on the menu.
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Ed W.
OK, so I am sorry for the three stars but I was quite disappinted on DKDC. I am willing to try it again, but not this month! This review is for this month's menu, which appears to be bar food. Choices included a saucer-sized plate of nachose (with too few chips and too much goo in a pile on top), overcooked shrimp, French fries that did not appear twice fried like any good quality fry should be, and 6 different hot dogs. I feel like Karen Carrier is such a fabuolous part of the Memphis food scene, and I was so excited about this meal ... but this month's menu was weak. It had not been for the amazingly fun band and the delicious local beers on tap, I would have been forced to go with a dreadful two stars. But I will come back one more time and try it again, and at the very least, if the menu looks bad, I will run eat at beauty shop next door and come back here for the music and cocktails.
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Cherie C.
Honestly, I've had both great and terrible experiences here. Once I walked in with very few people inside but I got no service. We finally left after the bartender ignored us for 20 minutes. Most of my other experiences were excellent, however. The last time, our server was fun and friendly and even joked with us. He was really helpful and knowledgable about the specials, drinks, and food. Giving this place 4 stars based on that server.
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Joseph N.
I got some high recommendations of this spot. I really like the feel of it. It's small, it's got a fun design and there are craft cocktails. One of my favorite things to explore - a craft cocktail menu. Unfortunately, we didn't have a great experience. And the bartender is solely to blame for that. I was with a small group of family (my partner, two cousins and one of the best friends anyone can hope for). My partner and I are from Miami, cousins from Tulsa and the friend is local. We paid $5 to get in since there was a band. We had one round because the bartender seemed to think a lot about himself and his drink making ability. Tall skinny guy with a lot of 'tude. Someone said he's a local DJ, too. Well that air of superiority can be sexy behind the turntables but doesn't work behind a bar. On the turntables you are the boss but when you step behind the bar WE (you know, the people) are in charge. My cousin and I ordered a bourbon drink with grapefruit and mint. The drink just wasn't good. We both tried...we gave it a couple attempts to grow on our pallet. It just wasn't working. So my cousin got the bartenders attention and let him know. INSTANT ATTITUDE. Whoa, don't take it personal. He did. When asking her what else she wanted she was feeling adventurous and asked for his opinion on other cocktails. He straight up told her she wasn't going to like any of them and should get something else. He said that they use fresh juices and he thought we'd at least like that in a drink. He then tells her to just get a bourbon and something. In shock she just says coke. You could have offered an old fashioned, a whiskey ginger, a bufala negra something - anything. Nope. So he makes her drink and slams it down on the bar. My other cousin hadn't even been served at this point and had been there the entire time - he gets a beer - slammed on the bar. I order a Bulleit Manhattan Up and he makes that and slams it on the bar. Anyone with a little bit of smarts knows the difference between a drink being set on a bar and one slamming. We get it, guy. You're upset that someone didn't like one of your drinks. Next time try actually muddling the mint so that the flavor releases and blends with the grapefruit. You MAY have to put a little raw sugar in there to break up the leaf - just sayin' punk. So we left.
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Kerry C.
As sad as I was when I found out that Do was closing, two things have made it ok: 1) the Beauty Shop selling Do's curry noodle soup; and 2) DKDC (the bar that opened its place) is great. One of the things I like so much about Karen Carrier's restaurants is that no matter how different they are, they all have her unmistakable, funky stamp on them. The DKDC space is tiny, but she's filled it with antique couches, low tables and stools, mis-matched tables and chairs and a photo booth. At first, I was skeptical of DKDC's food plan, mostly because I had heard it referred to as "like a New Orleans bar, with tacos." That's only partially true, in that there are tacos (at least right now). Carrier's plan is to change the menu every few weeks to highlight the street food of a different city or country. All of the items are inexpensive (none are more than $12) and they're all good for sharing. When I went, the food menu was Spanish. I tried the smoky, seasoned almonds ($3) which were served in a little bowl like an elevated bar snack. The fish tacos ($3) came in corn tortillas topped with cucumbers, a little spicy salsa and some lettuce, and the empanadas ($3) were fried and stuffed with pork. The mussels ($6) were my favorite, though. They were served in a little boat, and they're smoky and juicy and just absolutely perfect. Mussels, Bar DKDC, Memphis, Tenn. To drink, I ordered the Moonshine Heaven ($9), which is served (like most everything at DKDC) In a mason jar. It's the kind of drink that's perfect for hot summer porch drinking - Popcorn Sutton's white whiskey, grapefruit juice, ginger beer, mint and luxardo, over ice. DKDC is open Wednesday through Sundays, from 5 p.m. until they feel like closing. They don't accept reservations, and since it's more of a lounge than a restaurant, tables are first come, first served. If you're serious about eating, I recommend going early in the evening when it's not as packed.
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Stephanie K.
Very chill, relaxed atmosphere. Drinks were super well made and reasonably priced. Plus our server Jackie was sweet as pie. Didn't get any grub, but will definitely be back to give it a go!
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Tina J.
Good for date nite, mild music, waitress are friendly. They have the best onion rings, good breakfast cheese sandwich, n delicious hot wings.
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Nathan C.
Bar DKDC does the tapas scene well. I've been to tapas places where you feel weird ordering more than one entree because the food is awkwardly sized. Here, the portions are perfect for a good tapas meal, and not so expensive that you can only get just one. As you may know, Bar DKDC switches up their menu to different themes periodically. We showed up for the Asian theme. My wife and I started off with the pork dumplings, which were just great. We both got a sushi roll, hers shrimp and mine scallops. They were both delicious! Since my wife is pregnant, we didn't get anything to drink, but we were very impressed with their drink selection. The atmosphere was cozy, and the made the restaurant seem bigger than it actually is. The tables are separated by hanging pieces of cloth, giving some good privacy. Great place for a date. I'd say this would be my goto for Tapas in Memphis.
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Jason Y.
Maybe we went in to late at night. Around 1am. Every table on the patio was trashed and littered with empty mason jars and half drank beers. Cigarette butts all over. The bartender seemed a little overwhelmed only to have a dozen people at the bar drinking with a few trying to order and settle their tabs. We were looking for a nice cocktail for a night cap. Bullet bourbon on the rocks was a good drink. It was served in a plastic cup (I guess all the mason jars were dirty) Overall a feeling of not being cool enough to get good service. Not enough tattoos?The bartender was the only employee we saw working. Maybe the rest of the staff was gone for the night.
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Stacy E.
Love this place! Unique, original decor (like their other restaurants) and friendly, quick service. Love the small plates because I like to be able to try a lot at a new restaurant. Also like that they change their menu fairly often. Their drinks are tasty, though not strong at all, but since they're a bit different and use fresh fruit not syrupy liquor, I'm willing to forgive a bit. The beignets are amazing. It's small but they have a patio too. The photo booth is super fun!
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Nora M.
Drinks are amazing. So good. Food was just okay. Atmosphere was pretty cool. Best part was the staff. They were so helpful, nice, and accommodating. I'm not an easy customer and they were great. I would recommend it for sure.
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Olivia F.
Food is good but pricey. I am a bit tired of small plate. Despite my boredom I have say the service is great. Since I can walk there is an easy (lazy) choice for dinner or after movie snacks before heading home.
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Sarah D.
This is a great little spot. I'm 100% reviewing based on drinks and customer service; I cannot speak to the quality of the food here. I've been here three times for drinks, and each cocktail I've had has been excellently mixed. The rum selection here is fantastic, and the Moscow Mules are on point.
(4)
Andy S.
Bar DKDC opened a couple of months ago in the space formerly known as Do Sushi. I prefer the new restaurant. The new place features street food. The menu changes every few weeks to focus on street food from another region of the world. Let's face it. Street food is just good, and gives you a good idea about what the locals eat, so I love the concept. They also feature rums that are meant to be sipped rather than be used as a mixer. I decided to go here on my actual birthday. The ambience is nice. It's a smallish place with a bar. There is an old fashioned photo booth. The price isn't old fashioned at $5, but it does take credit cards. They were featuring Jamaican/Caribbean food. The portions are tapas style, so order a few things. A few people ordered the fries, which were good, and they came with mango ketchup. I actually don't care for mango, so I didn't taste the ketchup. I ordered the corn fritters, which were also good. They dip was a blackberry jalapeño chutney. One friend ordered the fried egg sandwich. If you're hungry, I'd go with this one. I also ordered the jerk lamb chops. I love lamb and it didn't disappoint. If you haven't tried this place, give it a try. If you have tried it (like me), next time the menu will probably be different, so it will be like going to a new restaurant!
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Lisa M J.
This is a place where you go for cool drinks and happen to have a late-night snack rather than a place to go eat and have a good drink. The street food concept is pretty hot right now and I applaud the restauranteur for updating the concept here. However, execution of food was just okay (was Mexican street food theme when we went) . I think I read (? Memphis Flyer) that the concept changes every two weeks yet I can't seem to find a website to checkout the current concept. I think they have FB page but I didn't see a recent update about the menu so not sure how one know's if things have changed ...
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Amy D.
Fun place!!! Great music and signature cocktails! They small plates are overpriced and not delightful!! They also have a photo booth inside which is fun to have with friends!!
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Clark P.
Bar DKDC is a nice addition to midtown. Although I miss Do's sushi, the owner is the same and has done a great job. I've been twice and the menu has changed which is part of what they are going for. Apparently, it should change every couple months or so. The Blackberry Julip may be my favorite mixed drink in the city.
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Gail S.
I have been a fan of anything Karen Blockman Carrier does. Automatic Slim's was for years our favorite "go to" place. (But even so, we always requested a table upstairs, because of the noise.) We loved the creative food, the decor, the vats of fruit-infused vodka. So naturally we investigated all Carrier's other restaurants, and especially enjoyed Do's creative twist on sushi. What we did not enjoy about Do, however, is a problem with DKDC: the noise. Although, as with all things Carrier, the decor and vibe are funky and eclectic, it is impossible to have a conversation below screaming unless you want to keep texting each other across even tiny tables. It's even hard to hear your seriously overworked server. But what about the food? The concept here is "street food," more like "street tapas" a global selection whose locale changes monthly. We hit Jamaica, and while it's a bit puzzling that a Caribbean island could offer no fish selections other than shrimp (sugar-cane skewers of spicy, delectable shrimp, however), the limited menu has a lot of interesting items. We recommend the callaloo dumplings and the corn fritters. If you're vegetarian, moreover, you'll be eating from the appetizer part of the menu, but that's what I usually do anyway. More variety, smaller bites. Do be aware that the portions, even of the entrees, are not large. As for the drinks -- Carrier's original concept was to focus on rum, and there is a selection of different kinds of rum and rum drinks. It would be nice if, along with the original concept, there could be "flights" of different kinds of rum. I love rum, but unfortunately, I had the worst daiquiri (okay, Cuban Rum Sour) ever: it was undrinkable. And pricey. Bottom line: if you're adventurous, go. The food rocks. If you're out for a romantic evening, forget it. And bring aspirin.
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Lauren B.
My love for Do (see review) is known so of course I as going to check out the new place. Same exact interior pretty much. Cozy (meaning small) so I would say make reservations if you have more than two in your party or it is a weekend. I've been twice in the past two months and the food was Jamaican inspired. First time I went for dinner & drinks and we all ordered several different things to share. Everything was delicious but nothing was really knock your socks off memorable - except the drinks! Love the drinks! (And they are served in a cute little mason jar.) Second time I went just for drinks - we ate dinner somewhere before - and sat at the bar. We sampled several different cocktails and I can tell you that all of them are delicious. And potent! I will be back for food and drinks again soon.
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Sam L.
good food, Elote is TDF - creamy, crispy, fun, reasonably priced, psyched to see next menu rotation, I heard buzz about a Ciderhouse RUles-Slav Musik night coming soon, maybe when that happens I'll add another star probably
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Veronica X.
When the Pats' uncharacteristic performance cost them the AFC championship, I decided to do something uncharacteristic myself: to check out the brand new establishment Bar DKDC in Cooper Young -- self-conscious of my own uncoolness, I tend to stay clear of this kind of places. I don't usually drink alcohol, but decided to try one of their speciality drinks, just to be completely out of character. I was thankful that the bartender talked me out of ordering something that I would definitely regret after the first sip. Having already eaten dinner, we decided to try a couple of the small plates. Their current menu theme is Mexican/Spanish street food ( I read somewhere the menu changes monthly). Knowing little Spanish, I had to ask the bartender what most items were and he was very helpful. We tried the Patatas Bravas and Artisan Tostado(spell?), both of which were poorly executed. Their Patatas Bravas were the saddest looking fries I've ever seen: tiny and limp, drizzled with some kind of aioli that didn't help to elevate them. Besides, my buddy Google told me afterwards Patatas Bravas are supposed to be cubes or chunks. There was nothing artisan about the Tostado: five pieces of small toasts smeared with some melted dark chocolate as if they were some kid's kitchen project and the toasts were not evenly toasted (or fried), some piece being harder than the others that almost cost me a front tooth. So based on the very limited samples we tried, I gave the food two stars but I realize that being brand new (one-week old when we visited), their kitchen must have some kinks to work out, or maybe it was just an off night? Distraught Falcons or Pats' fans on duty? The decor, the setup, the drink list (and the bartender I may add) make Bar DKDC a perfect place for girls night out, and therefore guys will find it a "target rich environment". Oh, I don't know how you cool kids cope, but I had to put my purse on the floor and hold my coat on my lap since the barstools don't have back support and there was no coat/purse hanger under the bar.
(2)Richard A.
The cool new spot that people are talking about. Good prices for the tapas, but expensive drinks. I was not too impressed with their current Mexican-ish menu, the crispy chicken tacos I had were soggy. Dessert comes from next door at the Beauty Shop, at their price. The atmosphere at DKDC (don't know don't care) makes up for the experience. Always busy, sometimes hard to get seated. Good news is that they change their menu often, so I'll venture on back at some other time.
(3)C. Ann W.
I've been here a few times and I have loved it every time. I really like the atmosphere and decor, I do however wish they would not make it so dark during the dinner time. I could barely see my food this last visit 3/20/15. I think they are reasonably priced and the food is excellent. We had the bread plate (it was the only item I would say was just OK), the chicken havanas...they were amazing and we ended up ordering more, the lamb plate which was delicious and also the tacos. Wine was served in mason jars which I just love. And the waiter was attentive without being annoying. I will definitely be back, many times. If they ever have the white chocolate blue berry bread pudding for dessert, you MUST get it!
(4)Casey B.
I've been to this place twice so far and have enjoyed myself thoroughly both times. Last time I went they were out of the rum I wanted (Oronoco, its great on the rocks. They do have it misspelled on the menu btw). So the bartender brought out a couple samples of popular rums for me to try and make my decision from. Gotta love that service! Try the french fries! I know, everyone has had tons of french fries, but the fries here are special. I had the Banh Mi here as well. It was excellent and went well with some of the local brews they have on tap.
(5)Kontji A.
The name "Bar DKDC (Don't Know Don't Care)" only tells half the story. To me, it's a restaurant/lounge. This is one of my go-to restaurants for good, small-to-medium-sized plates. They have great portion sizes! The cool thing about DKDC is they regularly change the menu, but keep items that are huge crowd favorites like the Chicken Havanas (DELISH). I've never had a bad dish. DKDC is full of character and comfort. I love the decor, I feel like I'm in an artsy loft whenever I go there. On weekends, you might stumble upon an awesome local band. It's a must-do, if you're in Memphis. Oh, before you leave, be sure to take a $5 pic in the photo booth with your pal.
(5)Amanda G.
Very very unfriendly & stuck up. Guess you have to be a retro hipster cool kid with attitude to fit in or get any respect from the servers & bar tender. Unfortunate.
(2)Harry D.
Cool decor (modern art, e.g.), warm red walls, comforting soul music from the DJ, and a fun crowd. Note it was a Saturday night that I went. But I didn't have drinks or dinner, so I can't speak to their main attraction.
(4)Lauren G.
Love this place!! Cool, eclectic atmosphere with the bright red walls, mod and mismatched furniture, and drinks served in mason jars and mules . On Fridays and Saturdays there is a dj who spins older records. There are some people who dance , but overall it has more of a lounge vibe. I always get the Moscow Mule here, and their entire cocktail list looks pretty enticing. Their food menu apparently rotates: tonight my roommate and I split the southwest and Israel burgers, which were very delicious, Juicy, and the perfect size. Overall, I really liked this month's menu. Cool place, Cooler people, great drinks, interesting food!
(4)Stephanie H.
A bunch of friends and I came here for the first time the other night and we were not impressed. The place has a very interesting around-the-world theme going on. It's decorated with items representing several cultures, and the theme carries over to the menu which features dishes inspired by different cultures (country is specified for every dish). We liked the decor. They also have a cool drinks menu which was quite pricy. All their cocktails started at an 8$ minimum, and come in mason jars of various sizes. Be sure to ask the waiter what exactly the cocktail tastes like before ordering it. I ordered a Blackberry Julip hoping I would taste some blackberry in there, but instead got a mouthful of Jim Beam at every sip. Tried some of their other drinks which weren't too bad though. They also had beer available. Their food is incredibly expensive for the portion that you get. A friend ordered their Israel Burger which was for over 9$ and it came in a tiny plate with no sides. I ordered their handcut fries which were for 5$. They were pretty thick as expected, but not worth the 5$ in my opinion. They came with a dip in a very shallow small dish, and when I asked for ketchup, it was brought out in the same small shallow dish. A third friend ordered their vegetarian dish which tasted really good, but was over $9 and came in an incredibly tiny portion. The other thing that we found to be annoying was the wait-time for the food. Considering how tiny those portions were, you'd think they'd come out faster. After doing a little investigating, we realized that this bar shares its kitchen with the Beauty Shop restaurant next door (same owners I think), which is why the food took so long to come out. In the end, all 5 of us decided that we were not coming back here again. I should mention that the waiter that we had was very pleasant and tried his best to make up for the long wait-time for the food.
(2)Christopher M.
Get good on the good foot. That's what I had when I walked in, it was delicious. Bought one for my friend and he had three more haha. The atmosphere is low key, eclectic and inviting. Live band playing tonight and they are awesome; Marcella & Her Lovers. Food is great but I'm a drink man when it comes to bars so I liked the drinks
(5)Caroline V.
This is one of my favorite places to go for a quiet drink with friends after work ... They open right at 5, and I've never seen it get too packed at that hour. Week nights typically have a very relaxed and uncrowded feel, but weekends can get a little cray. If you like the Automatic Slims decor, this will look somewhat familiar, with mismatched mid-century lounge seating to boot. Bartenders know what they're doing, there's a unique cocktail list and decent wine/beer selection. I can count on something to eat that isn't fried (usually), and even with the rotating menu I can count on the fact that it's always going to be good. Currently it's Mediterranean, and that's just as good as the Asian and Southern menus I've sampled at various points in time. I give DKDC five stars after many visis, each one consistent with good service, great atmosphere, and yummy food.
(5)Joani E.
Went Friday evening , by myself - 6pm to avoid the crowds. Was told to sit wherever and chose dining seating for 2. Had the pork spring roll special, which was rather tasty, with coriander, mustard, cilantro and au jus. Before my mussels came, they told me they had mistaken a reservation and I needed to move. They put me at a low cocktail table that sat 4 and proceeded to pull back the curtain and bustle around moving furniture around for the incoming group. I was asked when I ordered the mussels if I wanted "artisan bread" with it . I'm used to bread just coming with mussels, but said sure. It was a waste of money. Not only was the bread in disguise as two small rocks, but the mussels come dry. There is no juice to sop up. It wasn't horrible, but I won't be back.
(3)Amanda D.
This is my neighborhood go-to. So much so, that oftentimes I wind up here 2-3 times a week (like this week). The menu changes frequently with a concept of street food. This week, it was Mediterranean /Middle Eastern. Chicken Shawarma was solid, although not terribly authentic (I don't really care about authenticity, if the food is good). Typically, I just stick to drinks here. The Greenline is my favorite - a really bright and fresh cocktail, especially good during the summer months. If food is your focal point, this may not be your bag. But if you like cozy, quirky hangouts with fantastic local music (Marcella Simien plays there quite a bit and she is a bad ass), you'll be in your element. Oh, and the photobooth is good fun too.
(4)Cristina H.
This place is honestly the only tapas place that i actually like. I don't know if its because the menu changes from time to time or what. I like the change because you can never get bored but i also get sad when I don't make it back in time to try it again. Ive been when there was a Jamaican menu and it was great and this pass time it was Mediterranean and that was some of the best hummus I've ever had. It was served with some small pita bread and I believe those were pine nuts in the warm hummus. the food here is great and the atmosphere and decor is so unique. When you walk in you see that is quite small, almost like a boutique. But there's plenty places to sit. I really like the intimate feel it gives. I don't suggest it for groups but a small girls night out or a beginning place for date night i definitely would say YES! I hope I get to go back soon and enjoy the hummus and the shrimp tapa again before the menu changes. If not, I'm sure whatever they may have I'll find something I'll like again. Oh and I can't really speak on the cocktails because I forgot my drivers license BUT the little 8oz mason jars they are served in is very cute.
(5)Ash M.
The hipster wannabe in me cries out in happiness. Bar DKDC is a lovely space! If I lived in Memphis, I'd probably come here every night to unwind and chit-chat with friends. Cute decor. Drinks from a mason jar. Cheap (my friend and I only wanted lemonade & gingerbeer....got it for $3!). Super friendly bartender. What more can you ask for :)
(4)Joelle P.
Another Karen Carrier eclectic awesomeness. This is definitely a charming spot - and I just love that it is in Cooper-Young. I can't exactly put my finger on why I like this place so much...perhaps simply because it is cozy and cute. The perfect place for date night or to catch up with friends. I typically don't like menus that change too frequently (I like to know what I'm getting) but every month DKDC features a new country and this month happened to be Jamaican cuisine. I wasn't particularly blown away by any of the dishes but I do love tapas style since I get to try a little bit of everything and don't have to commit to one thing. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the food (particularly the shrimp) but nothing really had me salivating for more. That might be a good thing that I can try something else entirely next month. All of the drinks are served in mason jars, which may be a little overplayed at this point, but the mismatched dishes are definitely cool. As are the varied chairs and tables. It is almost like a mini Molly Fontaine Lounge with more emphasis on the food. Plus the photo booth in the corner is awesome.
(4)Leah Beth B.
Bar DKDC might just be my favorite spot in Memphis. The cozy, NYC-style restaurant is located right next door to Beauty Shop and is operated by the same owner. It's tiny, so if you blink, you'll miss it. The restaurant operates with a changing menu (changes every five weeks) that boasts Global street market-style food. Currently, they offer a Mediterranean selection. I had drinks there a couple of times before I finally bit the bullet and dined there last week. The cocktails are amazing. I suggest trying the Green Line or the Blue Suede Tini. Plus, they typically have live music on the weekends, which is an added bonus. I opted to start with the hummus, of course. I know it's "just" hummus, but it was delicious. For my meal I had the lamb shawarma, which is similar to a gyro. It was seasoned to perfection. My boyfriend had the falafel, which he raved about as well. Word of warning: these plates are small. If you're really hungry, order something else. Overall, it's the ambience that makes me love this place so much. Oh, and there's a vintage photo booth, too!
(5)Rachel L.
The decor aims to be hip and comfortable, and it wasn't overly crowded either time I've been there. I would probably embrace this bar as a neighborhood haunt if it weren't for a few irksome issues. The food was reasonable priced, but wasn't great. The drinks were expensive. On the second occasion, I ordered a higher tier bourbon neat, and they served it in what looked like a babyfood container. I understand that they're catering to the hipster crowd, but one thing I look for in a bar is not needing to bring my own glassware.
(2)Josh W.
This place is my favorite new memphis attraction. I've been taking everyone here since it opened. Love the food, the drinks and the atmosphere. It's definitely cool, but relaxed.
(5)Karen L.
I gotta admit -- I was skeptical about this place. I'm not usually a fan of Karen Carrier, but our UYE (shout-out to William and Joelle!) was fabulous! Our server, MC, was great -- lots of patience with me continuing to fail to actually read the drink menu, and well informed on the current menu (which was on its second day). The Green Line cocktail is amazing! I downed the first one in record time and was working on my second when it started to hit me, which is exactly how I like to get drunk. They've just started an American menu (which seems like a bit of a cop-out to me -- did they run out of foreign countries?), so we were encouraged to provide feedback on what could be improved. Which, I kind of like, because they actually care what I think, but kind of don't, because, well, I won't be back on this menu, so why am I working the kinks out for someone else? The deviled eggs were good, but I don't understand the drizzle of olive oil. It didn't add to the taste at all, but just made them greasy. The boyfriend enjoyed his fried chicken livers, though the fried flavor overwhelmed the liver for me. The chicken biscuits had way too much tarragon in the sauce -- I couldn't taste the sesame or pecan, and in fact, since the biscuit was crunchy, the texture of the chicken blended right into that. However, the Pittsburgh ribeye burger was amazing, and the s'mores dessert special was a yummy take on the campfire classic. Now, the kitschy decor, I can take or leave. Drinking out of a mason jar feels a little "hipster wedding five years ago," personally, but it didn't detract from the experience nearly as much as...the font on the menu. Some awful combination of upper and lower case, and just completely illegible. I actually had to ask the server to translate some items! Plus, I don't really get the name, and our receipt still says Do Restaurant on it -- guess they didn't update their POS! That being said, I would definitely return here, for dinner, drinks or a midnight snack. It was pretty reasonably priced too -- $56 for the two of us, including a couple of $9 cocktails. I'm sure the company had something to do with it, but I had a great time here!
(4)Jennifer R.
When I walked into this place I was expecting something completely different... The place is quite quant and intimate. I loved the decor in the place. It had a funky flare to it with a vintage inspired spin. A lot like her other restaurants which I love. There is also this cool photo booth that I will have to try next time I venture here. I ordered a beer and they brought it to me in a mason jar....love that style. I ordered the fish tacos. They were extremely good but the size of the two tacos was small. Lets just say it did not fill me up so I ordered more! I will be coming back to this place but for me it won't be a regular spot. I look forward to going back with my friends to try more items on the menu.
(3)Ed W.
OK, so I am sorry for the three stars but I was quite disappinted on DKDC. I am willing to try it again, but not this month! This review is for this month's menu, which appears to be bar food. Choices included a saucer-sized plate of nachose (with too few chips and too much goo in a pile on top), overcooked shrimp, French fries that did not appear twice fried like any good quality fry should be, and 6 different hot dogs. I feel like Karen Carrier is such a fabuolous part of the Memphis food scene, and I was so excited about this meal ... but this month's menu was weak. It had not been for the amazingly fun band and the delicious local beers on tap, I would have been forced to go with a dreadful two stars. But I will come back one more time and try it again, and at the very least, if the menu looks bad, I will run eat at beauty shop next door and come back here for the music and cocktails.
(3)Cherie C.
Honestly, I've had both great and terrible experiences here. Once I walked in with very few people inside but I got no service. We finally left after the bartender ignored us for 20 minutes. Most of my other experiences were excellent, however. The last time, our server was fun and friendly and even joked with us. He was really helpful and knowledgable about the specials, drinks, and food. Giving this place 4 stars based on that server.
(4)Joseph N.
I got some high recommendations of this spot. I really like the feel of it. It's small, it's got a fun design and there are craft cocktails. One of my favorite things to explore - a craft cocktail menu. Unfortunately, we didn't have a great experience. And the bartender is solely to blame for that. I was with a small group of family (my partner, two cousins and one of the best friends anyone can hope for). My partner and I are from Miami, cousins from Tulsa and the friend is local. We paid $5 to get in since there was a band. We had one round because the bartender seemed to think a lot about himself and his drink making ability. Tall skinny guy with a lot of 'tude. Someone said he's a local DJ, too. Well that air of superiority can be sexy behind the turntables but doesn't work behind a bar. On the turntables you are the boss but when you step behind the bar WE (you know, the people) are in charge. My cousin and I ordered a bourbon drink with grapefruit and mint. The drink just wasn't good. We both tried...we gave it a couple attempts to grow on our pallet. It just wasn't working. So my cousin got the bartenders attention and let him know. INSTANT ATTITUDE. Whoa, don't take it personal. He did. When asking her what else she wanted she was feeling adventurous and asked for his opinion on other cocktails. He straight up told her she wasn't going to like any of them and should get something else. He said that they use fresh juices and he thought we'd at least like that in a drink. He then tells her to just get a bourbon and something. In shock she just says coke. You could have offered an old fashioned, a whiskey ginger, a bufala negra something - anything. Nope. So he makes her drink and slams it down on the bar. My other cousin hadn't even been served at this point and had been there the entire time - he gets a beer - slammed on the bar. I order a Bulleit Manhattan Up and he makes that and slams it on the bar. Anyone with a little bit of smarts knows the difference between a drink being set on a bar and one slamming. We get it, guy. You're upset that someone didn't like one of your drinks. Next time try actually muddling the mint so that the flavor releases and blends with the grapefruit. You MAY have to put a little raw sugar in there to break up the leaf - just sayin' punk. So we left.
(2)Kerry C.
As sad as I was when I found out that Do was closing, two things have made it ok: 1) the Beauty Shop selling Do's curry noodle soup; and 2) DKDC (the bar that opened its place) is great. One of the things I like so much about Karen Carrier's restaurants is that no matter how different they are, they all have her unmistakable, funky stamp on them. The DKDC space is tiny, but she's filled it with antique couches, low tables and stools, mis-matched tables and chairs and a photo booth. At first, I was skeptical of DKDC's food plan, mostly because I had heard it referred to as "like a New Orleans bar, with tacos." That's only partially true, in that there are tacos (at least right now). Carrier's plan is to change the menu every few weeks to highlight the street food of a different city or country. All of the items are inexpensive (none are more than $12) and they're all good for sharing. When I went, the food menu was Spanish. I tried the smoky, seasoned almonds ($3) which were served in a little bowl like an elevated bar snack. The fish tacos ($3) came in corn tortillas topped with cucumbers, a little spicy salsa and some lettuce, and the empanadas ($3) were fried and stuffed with pork. The mussels ($6) were my favorite, though. They were served in a little boat, and they're smoky and juicy and just absolutely perfect. Mussels, Bar DKDC, Memphis, Tenn. To drink, I ordered the Moonshine Heaven ($9), which is served (like most everything at DKDC) In a mason jar. It's the kind of drink that's perfect for hot summer porch drinking - Popcorn Sutton's white whiskey, grapefruit juice, ginger beer, mint and luxardo, over ice. DKDC is open Wednesday through Sundays, from 5 p.m. until they feel like closing. They don't accept reservations, and since it's more of a lounge than a restaurant, tables are first come, first served. If you're serious about eating, I recommend going early in the evening when it's not as packed.
(4)Stephanie K.
Very chill, relaxed atmosphere. Drinks were super well made and reasonably priced. Plus our server Jackie was sweet as pie. Didn't get any grub, but will definitely be back to give it a go!
(4)Tina J.
Good for date nite, mild music, waitress are friendly. They have the best onion rings, good breakfast cheese sandwich, n delicious hot wings.
(5)Nathan C.
Bar DKDC does the tapas scene well. I've been to tapas places where you feel weird ordering more than one entree because the food is awkwardly sized. Here, the portions are perfect for a good tapas meal, and not so expensive that you can only get just one. As you may know, Bar DKDC switches up their menu to different themes periodically. We showed up for the Asian theme. My wife and I started off with the pork dumplings, which were just great. We both got a sushi roll, hers shrimp and mine scallops. They were both delicious! Since my wife is pregnant, we didn't get anything to drink, but we were very impressed with their drink selection. The atmosphere was cozy, and the made the restaurant seem bigger than it actually is. The tables are separated by hanging pieces of cloth, giving some good privacy. Great place for a date. I'd say this would be my goto for Tapas in Memphis.
(4)Jason Y.
Maybe we went in to late at night. Around 1am. Every table on the patio was trashed and littered with empty mason jars and half drank beers. Cigarette butts all over. The bartender seemed a little overwhelmed only to have a dozen people at the bar drinking with a few trying to order and settle their tabs. We were looking for a nice cocktail for a night cap. Bullet bourbon on the rocks was a good drink. It was served in a plastic cup (I guess all the mason jars were dirty) Overall a feeling of not being cool enough to get good service. Not enough tattoos?The bartender was the only employee we saw working. Maybe the rest of the staff was gone for the night.
(2)Stacy E.
Love this place! Unique, original decor (like their other restaurants) and friendly, quick service. Love the small plates because I like to be able to try a lot at a new restaurant. Also like that they change their menu fairly often. Their drinks are tasty, though not strong at all, but since they're a bit different and use fresh fruit not syrupy liquor, I'm willing to forgive a bit. The beignets are amazing. It's small but they have a patio too. The photo booth is super fun!
(4)Nora M.
Drinks are amazing. So good. Food was just okay. Atmosphere was pretty cool. Best part was the staff. They were so helpful, nice, and accommodating. I'm not an easy customer and they were great. I would recommend it for sure.
(5)Olivia F.
Food is good but pricey. I am a bit tired of small plate. Despite my boredom I have say the service is great. Since I can walk there is an easy (lazy) choice for dinner or after movie snacks before heading home.
(3)Sarah D.
This is a great little spot. I'm 100% reviewing based on drinks and customer service; I cannot speak to the quality of the food here. I've been here three times for drinks, and each cocktail I've had has been excellently mixed. The rum selection here is fantastic, and the Moscow Mules are on point.
(4)Andy S.
Bar DKDC opened a couple of months ago in the space formerly known as Do Sushi. I prefer the new restaurant. The new place features street food. The menu changes every few weeks to focus on street food from another region of the world. Let's face it. Street food is just good, and gives you a good idea about what the locals eat, so I love the concept. They also feature rums that are meant to be sipped rather than be used as a mixer. I decided to go here on my actual birthday. The ambience is nice. It's a smallish place with a bar. There is an old fashioned photo booth. The price isn't old fashioned at $5, but it does take credit cards. They were featuring Jamaican/Caribbean food. The portions are tapas style, so order a few things. A few people ordered the fries, which were good, and they came with mango ketchup. I actually don't care for mango, so I didn't taste the ketchup. I ordered the corn fritters, which were also good. They dip was a blackberry jalapeño chutney. One friend ordered the fried egg sandwich. If you're hungry, I'd go with this one. I also ordered the jerk lamb chops. I love lamb and it didn't disappoint. If you haven't tried this place, give it a try. If you have tried it (like me), next time the menu will probably be different, so it will be like going to a new restaurant!
(4)Lisa M J.
This is a place where you go for cool drinks and happen to have a late-night snack rather than a place to go eat and have a good drink. The street food concept is pretty hot right now and I applaud the restauranteur for updating the concept here. However, execution of food was just okay (was Mexican street food theme when we went) . I think I read (? Memphis Flyer) that the concept changes every two weeks yet I can't seem to find a website to checkout the current concept. I think they have FB page but I didn't see a recent update about the menu so not sure how one know's if things have changed ...
(3)Amy D.
Fun place!!! Great music and signature cocktails! They small plates are overpriced and not delightful!! They also have a photo booth inside which is fun to have with friends!!
(4)Clark P.
Bar DKDC is a nice addition to midtown. Although I miss Do's sushi, the owner is the same and has done a great job. I've been twice and the menu has changed which is part of what they are going for. Apparently, it should change every couple months or so. The Blackberry Julip may be my favorite mixed drink in the city.
(4)Gail S.
I have been a fan of anything Karen Blockman Carrier does. Automatic Slim's was for years our favorite "go to" place. (But even so, we always requested a table upstairs, because of the noise.) We loved the creative food, the decor, the vats of fruit-infused vodka. So naturally we investigated all Carrier's other restaurants, and especially enjoyed Do's creative twist on sushi. What we did not enjoy about Do, however, is a problem with DKDC: the noise. Although, as with all things Carrier, the decor and vibe are funky and eclectic, it is impossible to have a conversation below screaming unless you want to keep texting each other across even tiny tables. It's even hard to hear your seriously overworked server. But what about the food? The concept here is "street food," more like "street tapas" a global selection whose locale changes monthly. We hit Jamaica, and while it's a bit puzzling that a Caribbean island could offer no fish selections other than shrimp (sugar-cane skewers of spicy, delectable shrimp, however), the limited menu has a lot of interesting items. We recommend the callaloo dumplings and the corn fritters. If you're vegetarian, moreover, you'll be eating from the appetizer part of the menu, but that's what I usually do anyway. More variety, smaller bites. Do be aware that the portions, even of the entrees, are not large. As for the drinks -- Carrier's original concept was to focus on rum, and there is a selection of different kinds of rum and rum drinks. It would be nice if, along with the original concept, there could be "flights" of different kinds of rum. I love rum, but unfortunately, I had the worst daiquiri (okay, Cuban Rum Sour) ever: it was undrinkable. And pricey. Bottom line: if you're adventurous, go. The food rocks. If you're out for a romantic evening, forget it. And bring aspirin.
(3)Lauren B.
My love for Do (see review) is known so of course I as going to check out the new place. Same exact interior pretty much. Cozy (meaning small) so I would say make reservations if you have more than two in your party or it is a weekend. I've been twice in the past two months and the food was Jamaican inspired. First time I went for dinner & drinks and we all ordered several different things to share. Everything was delicious but nothing was really knock your socks off memorable - except the drinks! Love the drinks! (And they are served in a cute little mason jar.) Second time I went just for drinks - we ate dinner somewhere before - and sat at the bar. We sampled several different cocktails and I can tell you that all of them are delicious. And potent! I will be back for food and drinks again soon.
(4)Sam L.
good food, Elote is TDF - creamy, crispy, fun, reasonably priced, psyched to see next menu rotation, I heard buzz about a Ciderhouse RUles-Slav Musik night coming soon, maybe when that happens I'll add another star probably
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