Memphis/ Food & Drinks
Published on May 24, 2019
Explore the 3 most popular spots in Memphis's Hickory Ridge-South Riverdale neighborhoodPhoto: Pop's Deli/Yelp

Visiting Hickory Ridge-South Riverdale, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this Memphis neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a deli to a Southern-style spot. 

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Hickory Ridge-South Riverdale, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Pop's Deli

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Topping the list is deli Pop's Deli, which offers sandwiches, cheesesteaks and more. Located at 6749 E. Shelby Drive, it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 99 reviews on Yelp.

This spot, which has operated for more than a decade, was named as one to check out for its Chilean sandwich by The Commercial Appeal. Other menu items include chicken tenders, hot wings and sandwich platters. 

2. La Michoacana

Photo: William P./Yelp

Next up is La Michoacana, a spot to score ice cream and frozen yogurt, situated at 6635 Winchester Road With five stars out of 24 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.

This restaurant's rum raisin cream pop was named the "best Mexican ice pop" at La Michoacana by Memphis magazine. Other Ice cream flavors include German vanilla, bubble gum and strawberry cheesecake. 

3. Southern Hands Homestyle Cooking

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Southern Hands Homestyle Cooking, a Southern spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 84 Yelp reviews. Head over to 6025 Winchester Road to see for yourself. 

This spot boasts two other locations in Mississippi and along Austin Peay, according to its website. On the menu, look for fried chicken, catfish and baked spaghetti.


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