Mason Jambon of Railgarten, Loflin Yard, and Bounty on Broad

Tray Gamble and Jim Hicks of Mugshots Grill & Bar

We’ve got double the trouble this week with Trey Gamble and Jim Hicks, the owners of six Mugshots Grill & Bar restaurants spanning the Mississippi, Arkansas, and now Tennessee markets. These guys never knew a college job would turn into a career path, but years later, they continue to thrive by building family-like culture among their staff and serving up some of the best burgers in town. Tune in to hear their story!

Max Lawhon of Max's Sport Bar in Memphis

It's a story of good timing, hard work, and a little bit of luck! Tune in today to hear Max Lawhon share how he started the sports bar at age 23 and what sets the neighborhood bar apart today.

Happy Holidays! (plus hear JD's Restaurant Grind story!)

This is our last episode before a short break for the holidays and it's short & sweet! Tune in to hear JD share about his background in the restaurant industry and make sure to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss our new season of episodes in 2024.

Mason Jambon of Railgarten, Loflin Yard, and Bounty on Broad

He’s a New Orlean’s native that’s had an impressive career in the music and hospitality sectors. Tune in to hear how Mason Jambon got his start at the famous Commander’s Palace and eventually made his way to Memphis on this episode of The Restaurant Grind!

Ernie Mellor of Hog Wild BBQ

As the longest-standing Memphis in May BBQ competitor, Ernie Mellow has nothing to prove. Owner and pitmaster of Hog Wild BBQ, Ernie has earned countless accolades for his food and stood in as an advocate for other Memphis restaurateurs through his work with the Memphis Restaurant Association. Tune in to hear all sorts of Memphis stories, especially the origin story of Memphis’ famous barbecue nachos!