SOB Downtown
Vegetarian items are clearly marked with 'V' on the menu.
Per-allergen evidence
Vegetarian items are clearly marked with 'V' on the menu. The kitchen is shared and no dedicated equipment is used, but staff can generally accommodate vegetarian requests. Some vegetarian options are vegan or can be made vegan.
[1] Aggregator SOB Downtown - Memphis Tennessee Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
Menu marks vegetarian and GF items; limited vegan options; staff knowledge mixed on vegan options.fetched Jun 16, 2026[2] Official Main Menu - South of Beale, SOB Downtown (official menu)
Main menu includes a dietary legend marking V and GF. It does not contain kitchen practice information.fetched Jun 16, 2026[3] Official Weekend Brunch - South of Beale, SOB Downtown (official menu)
A weekend brunch menu includes a dietary legend that marks items as V and GF. The source does not provide any information about kitchen practices.fetched Jun 16, 2026Menu items on the main and brunch menus are marked GF. Many reviews mention a dedicated fryer and knowledgeable staff, including a server who has celiac. However, multiple reports of cross-contamination and glutenings exist, and some reviews note the absence of a dedicated fryer. The kitchen is shared. Speaking directly with staff about dietary needs is safer.
[1] Aggregator SOB Downtown - Gluten-Free Friendly Bar in Memphis, TN, FindMeGlutenFree
Community reviews on FMGF show gluten-free items marked, dedicated fryer often reported, but also multiple glutening incidents and staff inconsistency.fetched Jun 16, 2026[2] Aggregator SOB Downtown - Memphis Tennessee Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
Menu marks vegetarian and GF items; limited vegan options; staff knowledge mixed on vegan options.fetched Jun 16, 2026[3] Official Main Menu - South of Beale, SOB Downtown (official menu)
Main menu includes a dietary legend marking V and GF. It does not contain kitchen practice information.fetched Jun 16, 2026[4] Official Weekend Brunch - South of Beale, SOB Downtown (official menu)
A weekend brunch menu includes a dietary legend that marks items as V and GF. The source does not provide any information about kitchen practices.fetched Jun 16, 2026[5] Aggregator Most Celiac Friendly Restaurants in Memphis, Tennessee - 2026, FindMeGlutenFree
Listing on celiac-friendly list; indicates GF menu and items; one positive review snippet.fetched Jun 16, 2026[6] Aggregator Gluten-Free Burger Joints in Memphis, Tennessee, FindMeGlutenFree
Listing on GF burger joints page; indicates GF menu and items; one positive review snippet.fetched Jun 16, 2026Vegan options are limited, with only a few items like the farro bowl listed as vegan. Some vegetarian dishes can be made vegan on request, but staff knowledge is inconsistent and cross-contact with dairy is possible. Talk to your server to confirm options.
Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.
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