BABALU - East Memphis

"Nice place for lunch. Food and service were ok. Did not like the queso. The sauce on top was oddly sweet. Salsa was pretty average and not worth the price. Calamari and guacamole were good. Definitely recommend the hot honey shrimp. Enjoyed the lamb sliders the most. Fries were burnt."

"The food was wonderful, we were welcomed by each staff and Our waiter was fantastic. They kept checking with us on everything , food was great, and served fresh. We were super pleased with the visit to babalu."

"Not a bad place to dine. The service was good but my salad was on the skimpier side. Its just lettuce guys....cmon....pile it on and spare some more dressing. Its 2024. Prices are fair but a bit on the higher end. My wife had the Guacomole and that is obviously where this place shines. Its quite fresh and well prepared at your table side. Not a bad place at all....just wasn't a show stopper for me."

"After a very long walk from the Hilton Garden Inn, it was pretty awesome to find crabcakes on the menu. Although not Maryland style, they were pretty good. The value was outstanding and the walk back better."

"This restaurant is amazing!! Pretty cool atmosphere with nice outdoor patio space to enjoy. But the hidden gem here lies in the interesting flavor layering in each and every dish. I have so many favorites but just to call out a few: hot honey shrimp (far exceeds any thing you think you may know about it’s similar companion -bang bang shrimp. This is really off the charts!) Street corn: there is no comparison anywhere!! It is served off the cob so I was wondering if it would be as good but there is none better… with specialty seasonings and gourmet cheese on top! Pork belly taco: simply divine. Not greasy or fatty but rather tender and extremely tasty. This is a must try at under $4. Hint: I changed out the peanut sauce for the cilantro sauce and it is the way to go. Give it a try. Table side guacamole: this will never disappoint :) Blackened salmon: prepared to perfection : flavor game a win! DJ the server is perfect for his role. He is attentive, knows the menu inside and out and even helped me out by suggesting specific sauces for my entrees."