Most folks associate Nashville with live music, but this southern city also boasts impeccable bar-b-que delights. There are several establishments worth visiting for an authentic BBQ experience. Following are the top places in Nashville:
Most folks associate Nashville with live music, but this southern city also boasts impeccable bar-b-que delights. There are several establishments worth visiting for an authentic BBQ experience. Following are the top places in Nashville:
Peg Leg Porker set the gold standard for BBQ in Nashville and has flourished since. Pitmaster and founder Carey Bringle’s reputation for juicy meat has twice earned the prestige of being asked to cook at the James Beard House. But he prefers dedicating his talents to his home in Nashville– and everyone who stops by Peg Leg reaps the benefits! The dry rub ribs are Peg Leg’s most famous offering. Barbeque nachos and mac n’ cheese make fantastic appetizers.
This traditional southern stop has gained much notoriety since its opening in 2011. Now with 4 locations across the greater Nashville area, one bite of this BBQ makes it clear why the locals rave about it. Everything in the shop has been planned, tested, and experimented with until they captured the perfect flavors. The pickles are fried to perfection; the nachos have the ideal cheese-to-chip ratio, and the ribs have been smoked and slathered perfectly. They offer two different cuts of ribs. They smoke Saint Louis cut, which is big, meaty, and juicy ribs. Edley's also provides the more lean, tender baby back ribs. All can come with either dry rub or Edley's signature tangy sauce.
Peg Leg Porker set the gold standard for BBQ in Nashville and has flourished since. Pitmaster and founder Carey Bringle’s reputation for juicy meat has twice earned the prestige of being asked to cook at the James Beard House. But he prefers dedicating his talents to his home in Nashville– and everyone who stops by Peg Leg reaps the benefits! The dry rub ribs are Peg Leg’s most famous offering. Barbeque nachos and mac n’ cheese make fantastic appetizers.
This traditional southern stop has gained much notoriety since its opening in 2011. Now with 4 locations across the greater Nashville area, one bite of this BBQ makes it clear why the locals rave about it. Everything in the shop has been planned, tested, and experimented with until they captured the perfect flavors. The pickles are fried to perfection; the nachos have the ideal cheese-to-chip ratio, and the ribs have been smoked and slathered perfectly. They offer two different cuts of ribs. They smoke Saint Louis cut, which is big, meaty, and juicy ribs. Edley's also provides the more lean, tender baby back ribs. All can come with either dry rub or Edley's signature tangy sauce.
Martin's has great burgers, great chicken, and great smoked meat. They smoke some of the meat for up to 24 hours to get the perfect levels of tender and juicy. Martin's has seen massive growth and now has ten locations. And while there are a few Martin's Bar-B-Ques out of state, nothing beats the original right here in Nashville, TN.
The Gambling stick is a food truck with a meat smoker standing out front. To some, it may look intimidating. But they serve some of the best barbeque in Music City. The menu changes based on the season and whatever they feel like cooking that day. Everything about the food is thought out, from the bread to the sourcing of their meat. They also buy locally from small farms because they believe it improves the barbeque. They also provide catering services.
Swett's is the pitstop for traditional southern food, cafeteria-style. And while their primary focus is fried chicken, collard greens, and catfish, that does not prevent them from serving some great smoked meat. Swett’s smokes traditional meats such as brisket and ribs, but they also offer more unusual cuts such as pigs' feet. They also provide an extensive list of delectable pies and fruity cobblers.
Jack's BBQ is the face of the Nashville bar-b-que scene. They have three locations and have been churning out delectable meats since 1976. Jack's keeps things casual with a laid-back eatery atmosphere, accompanied by soft music and a staff focused on ensuring patrons experience the best southern hospitality. The fall-off-the-bone ribs are the perfect example of the Jack's BBQ pit crew's handiwork. Their brisket, ribs, and sausage are also gluten-free, and all their sauces are also gluten-free, and the team changes gloves, cutting boards, and utensils when preparing a GF dinner.
The Ridge is the kind of BBQ joint that does it all, and they do it well! From brisket to shrimp and everything in between. The "BBQ Totchos" may be the best appetizer. Their BBQ nachos, but instead of chips, they use tater tots. And while its menu is decadent, The Ridge is best known for its signature sandwiches. The "Not Yo Mama's BBQ Sandwich" is a must-try for meat lovers.
The massive smoker here attracts patrons for its Texas-style fare with a sweet, juicy, and delectable BBQ. The indoor space is crafted to vibe with the fiesta grilling and the outdoors. Their menu offers Tennessee-style pork shoulder, smoked half chicken or beef sausage, and prime Angus brisket, amongst other offerings. The sandwiches and desserts are made fresh every day. There are also many local and imported beers to choose from.
Jim N' Nicks has been offering customers the best barbecue since 1985. They are masters on the grill. Their low and slow smoked meat with hickory wood. The restaurant uses no freezers or microwaves. Jim N' Nicks Bar-B-Que reconnects through good food. They offer salads, potatoes and soup, classic JNN ribs and JNN sandwiches, and more. Call for event catering.
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