The
Archives
A casual, elevated bar and restaurant inside Hotel Napoleon — crafting cocktails and creative Southern dishes in the heart of Downtown Memphis.
Breakfast
Mon – Sun
6:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Lunch
Mon – Sat
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Bar
Daily
Open until late
179 Madison Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 526-0002
Where History
Meets Hospitality
The Archives takes its name from the building's storied past as the former home of the Memphis Press-Scimitar newspaper — the very room where microfilm archives and past editions were safeguarded for history.
Today, that legacy lives on through a menu that honours Southern tradition with a modern, elevated touch. Every cocktail, every dish carries the spirit of Downtown Memphis — bold, genuine, and deeply rooted in culture.
"Casual, but elevated — a Downtown-savvy dining experience unlike any other in Memphis."
The Archives Difference
Historic Setting
Housed in the former Memphis Press-Scimitar building. The name honours the archives where newspaper microfilm was stored.
Craft Cocktails
An ever-evolving cocktail menu crafted with Tennessee spirits, seasonal ingredients, and Southern-inspired flavour profiles.
Southern Charm
Creative dishes born from Southern tradition — elevated with modern technique and locally sourced ingredients.
Open Daily
Serving breakfast every morning and lunch Monday through Saturday. The bar stays open late for cocktails and light bites.
Explore Our Full Menu
From Memphis-inspired breakfast specialties to craft cocktails and Southern lunch classics — crafted with soul.
In the Heart
of Downtown
179 Madison Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee 38103
Located inside Hotel Napoleon — valet parking available.