Restaurants nearby Big Cypress Lodge (walking and short drive)
Big Cypress Lodge has multiple on-site restaurants and bars within the Pyramid, including The Lookout at the Pyramid (up top), Wahlburgers Wild on the main floor, The Fishbowl bar by the bowling alley, The Den Bar & Lounge, and the Mississippi Terrace outdoor bar. Most venues serve American-style food and drinks; breakfast is available for purchase at Wahlburgers Wild and in-room dining is offered during specified hours.
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On-site dining at a glance
Big Cypress Lodge operates several on-site venues that cover breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails so you rarely need to leave the Pyramid for a meal.
Venues include a top-floor restaurant with skyline views, a main-floor casual restaurant and bar, a bowling-bar area, plus third-floor lounge and outdoor terrace options.
- The Lookout at the Pyramid — full-service American/steakhouse (lunch & dinner).
- Wahlburgers Wild — main-floor restaurant with breakfast through dinner and wilderness-inspired menu.
- The Fishbowl — island-themed bar overlooking the 13-lane bowling alley, serves bar fare and drinks.
- The Den Bar & Lounge — third-floor lobby lounge with fireplace and full bar.
- Mississippi Terrace — outdoor third-floor terrace bar with fire pits and river views (hotel-guest access most evenings).
| Venue | Type | Hours (as listed) |
|---|---|---|
| The Lookout at the Pyramid | Restaurant / Bar | Mon–Sat 11:00AM–9:00PM; Sun 11:00AM–8:00PM |
| Wahlburgers Wild | Restaurant (main floor) | Mon–Sat 9:00AM–9:00PM; Sun 10:00AM–7:00PM (breakfast 7AM–10AM) |
| The Fishbowl | Bar / Bowling area | Mon–Sat 11:00AM–9:00PM; Sun 11:00AM–7:00PM |
The Lookout at the Pyramid — skyline meals
The Lookout at the Pyramid is the hotel's full-service American/steakhouse restaurant located at the top of the Pyramid and reached by the Sky High Ride elevator. It serves lunch and dinner with separate lunch, dinner and drink menus.
Reservations are recommended for The Lookout at the Pyramid; the venue is a good option for a leisurely dinner or specialty cocktails with skyline views.
- Cuisine: American / steakhouse (steaks, seafood, Southern dishes listed on menus).
- Best for: lunch, dinner, special-occasion meals.
- Note: reservations recommended.
| Good to know | Fact |
|---|---|
| How to reach it | Nation's tallest free-standing elevator (Sky High Ride) to the top of the Pyramid |
| Meal types | Lunch & Dinner (separate menus) |
| Reservation tip | Reservations recommended |
Wahlburgers Wild and The Fishbowl — casual and family-friendly
Wahlburgers Wild on the main floor offers breakfast through dinner and a backcountry-themed menu, while The Fishbowl is the adjacent island-themed bar that overlooks the 13-lane bowling alley and serves bar food from the Wahlburgers menu.
These venues are convenient if you want a quick meal, breakfast before heading out, or a relaxed spot to watch sports and bowl with kids or friends.
- Wahlburgers Wild breakfast hours: 7:00AM–10:00AM daily (menu items include French toast, breakfast burritos, omelets).
- The Fishbowl serves bar fare and shows live sports on TVs; food at The Fishbowl is ordered from the Wahlburgers menu.
- Fishbowl bowling hours and lane sales are listed separately on the property site.
| Venue | Main draw |
|---|---|
| Wahlburgers Wild | Breakfast through dinner; backcountry-themed menu |
| The Fishbowl | Bar overlooking bowling alley; sports on TV |
The Den Bar & Lounge and Mississippi Terrace — evening lounges
The Den Bar & Lounge is the property's third-floor lobby bar styled like a hunting lodge, with a full-service bar and fireplace; it operates in the evenings and occasionally requires reservations during peak times like the Christmas season.
Mississippi Terrace is an outdoor third-floor patio and bar with fire pits and river/downtown views; the Terrace Bar has specific evening hours and the terrace itself is typically available to hotel guests.
- The Den Bar & Lounge hours: generally 5:00PM–10:00PM Sun–Thu and 5:00PM–11:00PM Fri–Sat; reservations may be required at certain times.
- Mississippi Terrace: terrace access 24 hours; bar open Fri–Sat 4:00PM–11:00PM and Sun 4:00PM–10:00PM (seasonal closures are noted on the property site).
- Both venues are intended for hotel guests and visitors; the Mississippi Terrace is often used for private events.
| Venue | Evening hours |
|---|---|
| The Den Bar & Lounge | Sun–Thu 5:00PM–10:00PM; Fri–Sat until 11:00PM |
| Mississippi Terrace Bar | Fri–Sat 4:00PM–11:00PM; Sun 4:00PM–10:00PM (seasonal bar closures apply) |
Breakfast options and in-room dining
Breakfast can be purchased on-site; Wahlburgers Wild serves breakfast daily and the hotel also offers in-room dining for select hours. Breakfast is not included in the room rate unless a specific package says so.
In-Room Dining has published service hours and can be ordered to your room if you prefer to eat in your Interior Room, Duck Cabin, Terrace Suite, Treehouse Room or other room types.
- Wahlburgers Wild breakfast: 7:00AM–10:00AM daily.
- In-Room Dining hours: Sunday–Thursday 11:00AM–9:00PM; Friday–Saturday 11:00AM–10:00PM.
- Breakfast is available for purchase rather than included with typical room rates.
| Service | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wahlburgers Wild (breakfast) | 7:00AM–10:00AM |
| In-Room Dining | Sun–Thu 11:00AM–9:00PM; Fri–Sat 11:00AM–10:00PM |
Walkable nearby eateries and quick options
If you want to step off property, a few nearby spots are within a short walk of the Pyramid. The Bass Pro Shops retail complex itself has food options and the downtown riverfront is an easy walk for more choices.
Listed nearby walkable options include Kay Kafe, Westy's, and Cordelia's Market; for a wider selection or nightlife, downtown Memphis and Beale Street are a short drive or the hotel's complimentary on-demand shuttle away.
- Nearby named walkable places: Kay Kafe, Westy's, Cordelia's Market (listed by third-party site).
- Beale Street and many downtown restaurants are a short drive (or shuttle ride) from the hotel.
- If you need transport, the hotel offers a complimentary on-demand shuttle to downtown (hours vary; check with the front desk).
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Nearby walkables | Kay Kafe, Westy's, Cordelia's Market (short walk) |
| Downtown restaurants | Short drive or shuttle to Beale Street and riverfront dining |
| Hotel shuttle | Complimentary on-demand shuttle to downtown (confirm hours) |
