Peabody Deli and Desserts

If you know me you know I love a good dessert. So after several months of wanting to go to the Peabody to try their desserts, I finally went today with a friend and left with a big smile on my face.
My friend and I like to order and try an array of things. So after staring at all the desserts, we ordered the lemon meringue pie, the chocolate dome and a slice of coconut cake.
Now I have never tried lemon meringue pie and it was great. The meringue was sweet but not overpowering, and the pie had a hint of raspberry at the end of it that made it taste so good. The chocolate dome… wow how can I explain this. Okay I know… think heaven in your mouth LOL no seriously it was that good. Not only was it beautiful, it tasted even better. The inside had one layer of chocolate moose, with a second later of vanilla moose and the bottom had like a chocolate wafer like cookie. At least thats what it tasted to me. As for the coconut cake, it was delicious and had a really nice flavor to it.
I am a fan!

Got the pumpkin cheesecake, wasn’t very good. And nearly $ 8 for a small round piece. Took 2 bites and threw it out, not worth the calories.

The desserts looks delicious but really disappoint… just look don’t eat, go to muddys instead.

Really lovely pastries.

I had never actually gone into the deli (or even knew you could!) until I saw it on Unilocal!I knew you could order desserts in the lobby but never really wondered where they came from. I was in the Peabody on Friday and decided to check out the deli and boy was I surprised! It was so cute and I loved seeing all of the different treats in the case. We ordered a red velvet cupcake and took it into the lobby to eat with a drink. Other than being a tad dry it was pretty good. The frosting was the best part. I will definitely be coming back to try something else!

Simply the worst pastrami sandwich I remember having. Bread was extremely dry, mustard was French’s, the whole thing was a tasteless mess.
Convinced that the desserts would be better, I went back for a dessert. The presentation was fantastic, but the interest ended there. What I ended up with was basic, something you could get in any city in the world.
What a waste of money and calories.
With Tamp and Tap across the street, I can’t imagine eating here again unless I had no other option.

LOVE the sandwiches here. They use Boar’s Head meats, and they’re cut daily in the restaurant. They’ve got a variety of meats and cheeses and breads to choose from, and all of the combinations I’ve tried have been delicious. They also have a selection of Peabody desserts, from cupcakes to cheesecakes to chocolate covered strawberries. I like having lunch there… it’s not heavy and is always so good. The staff work alone, so be prepared to wait if it’s a busy time of day. But they will definitely serve you up some deliciousness with a smile when you get to them!

I’ve only been here for coffee and desserts, and I highly recommend it.
I love the little fruit and confection covered tartlets and the huge slices of cheesecake. I’ve also had one of their chocolate covered strawberries before, which was unlike any that I have ever seen. Tiny little chocolate balls and white chocolate balls covering a huge strawberry. Yum!
The lady behind the counter is always so friendly, and she often helps me in my decision-​making process as I usually linger a bit too long over the display cases, trying to choose the perfect guilty pleasure.

Peabody Deli & Desserts is just that– a grand place to get a fresh-​made deli sandwich, a fabulously delicious (and gorgeous) dessert and coffee. Yes, I said coffee. I am lucky enough to work in the Gould’s Salon in the basement of the Peabody, which means I get the pleasure of frequenting this little café for lunch, coffee and desserts whenever I feel the need.
The sandwiches are a healthy alternative to the abundance of fried and BBQ foods you’ll find all over Memphis. They are made fresh while you wait, and they have just about every lunch meat, in addition to tuna and chicken salad. Don’t worry about going hungry, these sandwiches could easily feed 2 very hungry peeps.
If your appetite strays to the larger side and you find your sandwich hasn’t quelled that hunger, you can pick up a daily, fresh made dessert in the case. They have such a HUGE selection, and everything is so gorgeous it will make your mouth water. They offer cookies, cupcakes & cakes, pies, tiny tart-​lets with fresh fruits, chocolate covered strawberries and even free-​standing duck shaped chocolates. Everything I have tried from that dessert case has been delicious, and has gone straight to my bottom half. Though, I must mention my favorite is the strawberry lemonade cupcake. MMMMMMmmmmm. It is perfectly pink and is sweet, yet has a sour hint of lemonade. Whoever thought to make this into a cupcake gets a virtual high five from me.
The coffee– yes the coffee. It is strong, and perfect ordered hot, and black. If you are not a fan of black coffee– although a true coffee lover drinks any coffee black :) — they offer up lattes, mochas, teas and iced coffee concoctions. The Peabody Deli has quickly become one of my favorite spots to pick up a quick bite and drink and I hope to see you there!