We "did" Beale Street in the evening. It was sort of underwhelming. Reminded us a lot of a land-locked Fisherman's Wharf type of scene, intensely crowded, and over-populated by junky souvenir shops and eating places. The food was way over-rated, and the performers in most of the clubs were Elvis impersonators (some were VERY talented!) Nevertheless, it was a great time. Way too many pan-handlers, though! Wow, that part was over-whelming. All in all, glad we didn't miss it. Also glad we didn't spend too much of our time there.