Southern
Alcenia's
Memphis, Tennessee
Why stop here: Alcenia's is a $$ southern pick in Memphis. Order Fried chicken and greens.
CuisineSouthern
Price$$
TownMemphis
Warm, hospitable downtown Memphis soul-food spot where Betty Joyce Chester-Tamayo serves fried chicken, cabbage and famous ghetto-aid punch
What to order
Fried chicken and greens
At Alcenia's, Roamward highlights Fried chicken and greens because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.
Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.
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