3 New Memphis Restaurants to Try

From Filipino fare to dumplings, these spots are worth a visit.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 11:12am

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A bold, colorful silkscreen print featuring a single iconic Memphis food item repeated in a grid pattern, capturing the vibrant energy of the city's evolving dining scene.Three new Memphis restaurants offer a diverse range of culinary experiences, from Filipino fare to handmade dumplings.Memphis Today

The Memphis dining scene welcomed three new restaurants in March, offering a diverse range of cuisines including Filipino, dumplings, and a courthouse-themed menu.

Why it matters

The addition of these new restaurants showcases the continued growth and evolution of Memphis' vibrant food culture, providing residents and visitors with more dining options and culinary experiences to explore.

The details

The three new restaurants are KUYA, which serves Filipino cuisine, MingXia Dumpling, and The Docket, which has a courthouse-inspired menu. KUYA offers traditional Filipino dishes, MingXia Dumpling specializes in handmade dumplings, and The Docket features a menu themed around a courthouse setting.

  • The three new restaurants opened in March 2026.

The players

KUYA

A new restaurant serving traditional Filipino cuisine.

MingXia Dumpling

A new restaurant specializing in handmade dumplings.

The Docket

A new restaurant with a courthouse-themed menu.

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The takeaway

The addition of these three diverse new restaurants demonstrates the continued growth and evolution of Memphis' vibrant dining scene, providing residents and visitors with more culinary options and experiences to explore.