Memphis Bar Scene Sees Shift: No Comment Closes, Gussied Up Prepares to Open
In Memphis, the retro wine bar No Comment is closing, while a new bar named Gussied Up is preparing to open with a menu described as 'gas station fancy'.
Memphis, TN, October 2, 2026 — In Memphis, a notable change is occurring in the local bar scene as the retro wine bar, No Comment, prepares for its closure. Simultaneously, a new establishment named Gussied Up is gearing up to open its doors to the public.
No Comment, a venue recognized for its retro atmosphere, will cease operations. The specifics regarding the reasons for its closure or the exact timeline were not provided in the available information.
Taking its place, or at least entering the market as a new contender, is Gussied Up. This upcoming bar has described its menu offerings with the distinctive phrase ‘gas station fancy.’ The exact nature of this culinary concept and its implications for the Memphis dining and drinking landscape remain to be detailed.
The transition signifies a dynamic shift within the city’s hospitality sector. While one establishment concludes its run, another prepares to introduce a novel concept. Further details about Gussied Up’s opening date, its full menu, and the specific interpretation of ‘gas station fancy’ are anticipated as the launch approaches.
This development highlights the evolving tastes and offerings in Memphis’s nightlife and entertainment venues. The absence of No Comment will leave a void, while the introduction of Gussied Up promises to bring a new experience to patrons interested in its unique approach to food and drink.
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