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What to order: Barksdale’s country fried steak — don’t forget the biscuits

By , Daily Memphian Published: April 16, 2025 4:00 AM CT

For those who were afraid that Midtown staple Barksdale’s would reopen with mimosa fountains, grass walls and punny neon signs, do not fear.

The mimosas are a few weeks away, at least. 

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Holly Whitfield

Holly Whitfield

Holly has more than 13 years of experience in publishing and digital content, including 10 years at the helm of the I Love Memphis Blog. She began her career at The Commercial Appeal and is author of Secret Memphis.


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