Memphis, Tennessee, December 5, 2025
Memphis welcomes three new coffee shops: Jay’s Coffee & Cuisine, JoJo’s Espresso, and Café Noir. These establishments enhance the city’s coffee culture and offer unique experiences for residents and visitors. Jay’s Coffee & Cuisine opens with a special event, while JoJo’s Espresso expands in a new location featuring baked goods, and Café Noir stands out as the city’s only Black-owned bookstore and coffee shop, emphasizing community and diversity in its offerings.
Memphis Welcomes Three New Coffee Shops
Memphis, Tennessee – The city’s coffee scene is expanding with the addition of three new establishments: Jay’s Coffee & Cuisine, JoJo’s Espresso, and Café Noir. These openings offer residents and visitors more options to enjoy quality coffee and unique atmospheres, reflecting the resilience and creativity of local entrepreneurs.
Jay’s Coffee & Cuisine
Location: 122 Gayoso Avenue, Downtown Memphis
Opening Date: December 5, 2025
Details: Jay’s Coffee & Cuisine is celebrating its grand opening today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:15 AM. The event includes complimentary light bites, live music, and specialty coffee for the first 50 guests. This new location marks the coffee shop’s expansion from Millington to Downtown Memphis, supported by the Downtown Memphis Commission’s Table Ready Program, which offers discounted rent to local food service businesses testing the downtown market.
JoJo’s Espresso
New Location: 1730 S Germantown Road, Thornwood, Memphis
Details: JoJo’s Espresso is relocating to a larger space formerly occupied by Newk’s Eatery. The new café will expand from 850 to over 5,000 square feet, accommodating more than 100 guests. The expanded menu will feature on-site baking by Palmer House Bakery, offering gluten-free treats like macarons, puff pastries, oatmeal cream pies, and chocolate chip muffins.
Café Noir
Location: 635 Madison Avenue, Memphis
Details: Café Noir is set to open as Memphis’ only Black-owned bookstore and coffee shop. The space will feature a curated selection of books by BIPOC and LGBTQI+ authors and will collaborate with local minority-owned food and drink vendors like Cxffeeblack and LOAF to serve their products in-store.
Background
Memphis has seen a surge in new coffee shops and cafés, reflecting the city’s vibrant and growing coffee culture. These new establishments contribute to the local economy and provide residents with diverse options for enjoying quality coffee and community spaces. Supporting local businesses in their growth not only enhances the economy but also fosters a sense of community and connection among residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the opening date for Jay’s Coffee & Cuisine’s new location?
- December 5, 2025
- Where is JoJo’s Espresso relocating to?
- 1730 S Germantown Road, Thornwood, Memphis
- What unique offerings will Café Noir provide?
- As Memphis’ only Black-owned bookstore and coffee shop, Café Noir will feature a curated selection of books by BIPOC and LGBTQI+ authors and collaborate with local minority-owned food and drink vendors like Cxffeeblack and LOAF to serve their products in-store.
| Establishment | Location | Opening Date | Unique Offerings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay’s Coffee & Cuisine | 122 Gayoso Avenue, Downtown Memphis | December 5, 2025 | Grand opening event with complimentary light bites, live music, and specialty coffee for the first 50 guests. Expansion supported by the Downtown Memphis Commission’s Table Ready Program. |
| JoJo’s Espresso | 1730 S Germantown Road, Thornwood, Memphis | Relocating to a larger space | Expanded café with on-site baking by Palmer House Bakery, offering gluten-free treats like macarons, puff pastries, oatmeal cream pies, and chocolate chip muffins. |
| Café Noir | 635 Madison Avenue, Memphis | Opening soon | Memphis’ only Black-owned bookstore and coffee shop, featuring a curated selection of books by BIPOC and LGBTQI+ authors, collaborating with local minority-owned food and drink vendors like Cxffeeblack and LOAF. |
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