Dyer's Burgers • 1912

The deep-fried burgers at Dyer's emerge from a vat of grease that's been filtered and replenished—never fully replaced—since 1912, creating a cult following for their uniquely seasoned crust. This Beale Street institution cooks every patty in the same century-old oil, a method that sounds audacious but delivers a flavor Memphis locals fiercely defend. Step inside for a burger that tastes like living history, one crackling bite at a time.