30 Best Barbeque Restaurants in Knoxville

Billie Rae's BBQ Soul Food & Catering Barbeque • $
1920 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Sampler Plater the Big Back
Smoked Mac \u0026 Cheese
Family Size Potato Salad
Big Gene Brisket Dogs
Nutter Butter Pudding
Pulled Pork Sandwich
5 Whole Wing Dinner
Smoked Mac & Cheese
Bowl of Baked Beans
2 Chili Dog & Fries

“This is the best place to eat in Knoxville and it's not even close. The barbecue is amazing. Pork is flavorful, the brisket is the best I've personally had, and the chicken is tender and juicy. The ribs are the meaning of tendernism. Their hot dogs are exactly what you hope they'd be (the chili is incredible and they load them up). But the jewel on the crown is the menu are the turkey ribs. I've never had a more delicious piece of heaven in my life. Fine, upstanding establishment that you are sorely missing even if you don't know it yet.“

4.9 Superb147 Reviews
The Humble Hog Barbeque • $$
312 S Gay St, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Lobster Hush Puppies
Brisket House Made Pickles
Chipotle Mac and Cheese
Kimchi Brussel Sprouts
Smoked Chicken Wings
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Smoked Lobster Fries
Pulled Pork Sliders
Brussels Sprouts
Bologna Sandwich

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Wow — Humble Hog blew us away! The food was absolutely amazing, and you can tell Ben really knows his craft. Everything was cooked to perfection and full of flavor. Alexis took great care of us — super friendly and attentive! You can feel the love and talent behind this place. We’ll definitely be back!“

4.7 Superb207 Reviews
Love That BBQ Barbecue • $
1901 Maryville Pike, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Beef Brisket Hush Puppies Beans and Slaw
Half Rack of Ribs Beans Tater Salad
Pork Ribs Comes Without Sauce
Chocolate Caramel Pecan Cake
Pulled Pork Sandwich Plate
BBQ Sandwich Baked Beans
BBQ Pork Sandwich
Sauce Selection
Smoked Bologna
Smoked Sausage

“Friendly people, delicious food, great prices. I had the pulled chicken one day and came back for the ribs. Both were perfect!“

4.8 Superb114 Reviews
Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q Barbecue • $
7727 Kingston Pike, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Mac \u0026 Cheese Bombs
Pitmaster Nacho Platter
Carolina Pork Plate
Cheese Biscuit Mix
Brisket Sandwich
Roasted Chicken
Cheese Biscuits
Pulled Chicken
Chicken Wings
Potato Salad

“My wife and I stopped by this afternoon for our first visit. If I could give them a 10 star review I would. We were greeted with huge smiles and a welcoming spirit from all the staff. Since we had never eaten there, I asked an employee for his recommendation and he turned out to be one of the managers named Trent. He was absolutely fabulous and kind and spoke to us for quite some time and made us feel like family instead of customers. He gave us solid recommendations and we tried the baby back ribs and smoked Turkey plates. The ribs were amazing to say the least but let me tell you about the smoked Turkey….it was banging. Best Turkey I’ve ever eaten. Hands down. The General Manager, Jeremy, also came and greeted us and told us about the restaurant and their philosophy, nothing frozen, and not even a microwave in the restaurant, everything is fresh made in house. He recommended the collards and macaroni and cheese. The collards were amazingly tender and just the right amount of spice, this was soul food level. Mac and Cheese, incredible. We acted like we had not eaten in a week and also got the potato salad and Cole slaw. The potato salad was like what I remember as a kid, a mustard based that made me smile. The cole slaw was a apple cider vinegar and sugar based and tasted like they made it just fresh just for us. And let’s don’t forget the cheese corn bread/biscuits that were moist and delicious. And I know that this is a long post and I’ve bragged on the food and how incredible it was but I will have to say, even as amazing as our meal was, the staff was even more amazing. We literally felt like we were the most valued customers because of the kindness and friendliness of the staff. 10 out of 10 experience all the way around. And we left with banana pudding and lemon meringue pie and it may be 2 days before I could possibly eat again. Thank you to Trent and Jeremy for a wonderful experience.“

4.6 Superb128 Reviews
M&M Barbeque Catering and Takeout Barbecue • $
1039 Summer Wood Rd, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Sample Platter Key Lime Pie and Banana Pudding
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Big Mike Sampler
Fried Cabbage
Beef Brisket
Hush Puppies
Potato Salad
Mac & Cheese
Baked Beans
Fried Okra

“Been eating here for over 10 years. Best Pulled Pork in town.“

4.4 Superb75 Reviews
Smash Mouth BBQ Barbecue • $
6659 Oak Ridge Hwy, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

3 Meats 2 Sides Baked Beans and Smoked Cabbage
BBQ Bologna Sandwich
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Brisket Sandwich
Smoked Meatloaf
Banana Pudding
Pulled Chicken
lb Pulled Pork
Smoked Bologna
Brisket Plate

“Food is fabulous! I'm glad we choose this spot. My first time having turkey ribs“

4.4 Superb125 Reviews
Buddy's Bar-b-q Barbecue • $
3700 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

BBQ Ribs Baked Beans Cole Slaw
All You Can Eat Ribs Saturday
Pulled Pork BBQ Sandwiches
Bottle Sauce Hot Sauce
Ribs by the Pound
Hot Fudge Sundae
Corn on the Cob
Hot Fudge Cake
Pulled Chicken
Pork Sandwich

“I ate at the Lenoir City location earlier today for lunch. I had the pork dinner and everything was good except the French fries. They were severely under cooked. They should encourage the staff to use a timer for the fryer and even test them before serving them. Today was disappointing.“

4.3 Superb115 Reviews
Ganns Pit Stop BBQ Barbecue • $
8534 Asheville Hwy, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Disappointing Dry Supposed to Be BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Fried Livers & Homemade Hushpuppies
Pulled Pork Sandwich w 2 Sides
Fried Green Tomatoes Spot On
Fried Apple Pies Are Scratch
Cheeseburger with Fries
Smoked Sausage Hotdog
Cheeseburger w Fries
Smoked Pork Was Bomb
Philly Cheese Steak

“I’ve been meaning to try out Gann’s for months & so glad we did! We’ve been back twice now! The pork bbq party pack was a great deal & the BBQ & all the sides were delicious! Much better deal & food than some of the other local options. My daughter loved the smoked wings & the grilled chicken sandwich is amazing too! I’ll definitely be trying other menu items in the future. Swing by & grab dinner for your family or call ahead for it to be ready when you arrive…you won’t regret it!“

4.4 Superb72 Reviews
Dead End BBQ Barbecue • $
3621 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Pork Sausage Mayors Beans and Buffalokra
Bar-B-Queso with Pork Chicken or Brisket
Pulled Pork Sandwich and Creamed Corn
Tennessee Grilled Beef and Cheddar
Randall's Kitchen Sink Burrito
Dead End Mac-Attack Sandwich
Sweet Potato Waffle Fries
Homemade Banana Pudding
Peanut Butter Pie
BBQ Sampler Plate

“So glad we found this BBQ joint on our way North on I-75! Convenient location.
Food was fantastic Southern BBQ- my bride and I shared Brisket, 5 sides and cornbread. Plenty of food for us to share.
Service was great, Riley our server was very helpful with her favorites on the menu and very attentive!
The only issue we had was the dining room was very cold and drafty near the door. The room we weren’t in seemed very comfortable but we were seated on the far side away from the bar.“

4.2 Good274 Reviews
Calhoun's Barbecue • $
10020 Kingston Pike, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Cheeseburger with Fries
Pulled Pork Plate
Mashed Potatoes
Banana Pudding
Southern Salad
Chicken Wings
Spinach Maria
Fried Pickles
Baked Potato
Smoked Wings

“Kate is a fantastic waitress She’s prompt and very pleasant We always go to her section to be Seated and served!!!“

4.2 Good269 Reviews
Bearden Banquet Hall Barbeque • $
5806 Kingston Pike, Knoxville

“It’s was a great experience for the youth teams and I appreciate everything with the help from Mrs.Debbie with the patience. The staff was excellent…special thanks to Terri for all that you do“

4.5 Superb51 Reviews
Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus Brewery •
621 Lamar St, Knoxville

“I was waited on my
By Jonathen and Logan and they both provided excellent service'l! The food and drink recommendation (as I do not know what to order at bars) i was pleasantly surprised that he made the best drink EVER!! I Couldn't even taste the liquor but it gave me a nice little zing' highly recommend this little graffiti looking restaurant near catch 22 . Thanks for being there yall!!!!“

4.8 Superb350 Reviews
Calhoun's On The River Barbecue • $$
400 Neyland Dr, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Hickory Smoked Bar-B-Que Pork Plate
Hickory Smoked Bar-B-Que Ribs
Macadamia Nut Banana Pudding
Fresh Baked Soft Pretzels
Grilled Chicken Calhoun
Bar-B-Que Steak Calhoun
Rocky Top Potato Skins
Ribs 1 2 Rack of Ribs
Strawberry Shortcake
Pulled Pork Nachos

“Food was very good nice view on the river. And close to VOLS campus. Great atmosphere.“

4.1 Good698 Reviews
Calhoun's Barbecue • $
625 Turkey Cove Ln, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Salad Club with Bacon and Cheese
Bacon Wrapped Beef Brisket Burnt Ends
California Chicken Burger
Bacon Wrapped Burnt Ends
Bar-B-Que Pork Plate
Hickory Smoked Beef
Pulled Pork Nachos
Prime Rib Sandwich
Beef Brisket Plate
Fresh Bread Basket

“Great friendly staff and awesome food! Reasonably priced!“

4.1 Good279 Reviews
smokin steve's rib shack Barbecue •
1646 Price Ave, Knoxville

“Smokin’ Steve’a catered my wedding this past weekend. Everyone LOVED the food! It was such a great price for such a delicious meal. Thank you so much!!“

5 Superb1 Reviews
Buddy's Bar-B-Q Barbecue • $
5806 Kingston Pike, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Hawg Back w Chili & Cheese
Hawgback Pork Fries
Pulled Pork Dinner
Jr Hot Fudge Cake
Corn on the Cob
Pulled Chicken
Pork Sandwich
Beef Brisket
Hush Puppies
Half Chicken

“Clinton.Tn Went though the drive thru and bought brisket dinner and a brisket sandwich. The brisket was like wallet leather dry and the fries were stale and cold I took it inside and the crew today was so respectful and thoughtful. They apologized and made fresh fries and the just had fresh brisket come out. I will def. Retired because of the customer service I experienced. However, ensuring food meets quality before being served should be more focused on.“

4 Good113 Reviews
Buddy's Bar-B-Q Barbecue • $
4401 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Buddy’S Smoked Pork Ribs
Barbecue Pork Baked Potato
Pulled Pork Dinner
Large Baked Potato
Ribs and Cole Slaw
Pulled Pork Plate
Corn on the Cob
Pulled Chicken
Hot Fudge Cake
Chicken Dinner

“Clinton.Tn Went though the drive thru and bought brisket dinner and a brisket sandwich. The brisket was like wallet leather dry and the fries were stale and cold I took it inside and the crew today was so respectful and thoughtful. They apologized and made fresh fries and the just had fresh brisket come out. I will def. Retired because of the customer service I experienced. However, ensuring food meets quality before being served should be more focused on.“

4 Good147 Reviews
Buddy's Bar-B-Q Barbecue • $
4500 N Broadway, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Big John’S Honey Pecan Chicken
Lil' Buddy's Piggy Pack
Tuesday Dinner Special
Coleslaw Baked Beans
BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Pulled Pork Dinner
Smoky Dawg Combo
Corn on the Cob
Chicken Dinner
Hot Fudge Cake

“Clinton.Tn Went though the drive thru and bought brisket dinner and a brisket sandwich. The brisket was like wallet leather dry and the fries were stale and cold I took it inside and the crew today was so respectful and thoughtful. They apologized and made fresh fries and the just had fresh brisket come out. I will def. Retired because of the customer service I experienced. However, ensuring food meets quality before being served should be more focused on.“

4 Good149 Reviews
Sweet P's Uptown Corner Barbeque • $
3029 Tazewell Pike, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Cajun Chicken Sandwich
Smoke N’ Soul Plate
Smoked Chicken Salad
Smoked Meatloaf
Brisket Dinner
Banana Pudding
Brisket Philly
Sampler Plate
Mac N' Cheese
Fried Pickles

“Prices are great, food is fantastic and service was incredible!!! Our new favorite place to eat!!!!“

4 Good160 Reviews
Buddy's Bar-B-Q West Barbecue • $
8402 Kingston Pike, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Pulled Chicken Dinner
Chicken Sandwich
Hot Fudge Sundae
Corn on the Cob
Turkey Sandwich
Hot Fudge Cake
Potato Salad
Combo Dinner
Half Chicken
French Fries

“Clinton.Tn Went though the drive thru and bought brisket dinner and a brisket sandwich. The brisket was like wallet leather dry and the fries were stale and cold I took it inside and the crew today was so respectful and thoughtful. They apologized and made fresh fries and the just had fresh brisket come out. I will def. Retired because of the customer service I experienced. However, ensuring food meets quality before being served should be more focused on.“

3.8 Good76 Reviews
Calhoun's Barbecue • $
6515 Kingston Pike, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Hickory Smoked Bar-B-Que Hickory Smoked Beef
Chicken Salad Club with Bacon and Cheese
Fresh Baked Soft Pretzels
Bacon Wrapped Burnt Ends
Rocky Top Potato Skins
Strawberry Shortcake
Baked Sweet Potato
Whole Rack of Ribs
Pulled Pork Nachos
Mashed Potatoes

“Our waiter, Jai, at the Pigeon Forge location was the best. He was polite, attentive and extremely efficient. When we arrived on a very cold, TN afternoon, he noticed us linger by the fireplace and immediately served a cup of hot coffee. Please know that he is an asset to your business.“

3.9 Good282 Reviews
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que Barbecue • $
208 Advantage Pl, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Dave's Award-Winning Bread Pudding
Southside Rib Tips Appetizer
Sweetwater Catfish Fingers
Down Home Banana Pudding
All-American BBQ Feast
Allamerican BBQ Feast
Georgia Chopped Pork
Macaroni and Cheese
Corn Bread Muffins
Traditional Wings

“Lived in Tennessee for 4 years now. Had some “okay” BBQ here and there. Some dude had a smoker at an old gas station, that kinda thing. It was all bland and overly salty. Famous Dave’s is excellent. You can taste the wood smoke in the brisket. The house BBQ sauce is really good. Great pork ribs. Best BBQ we have found in Tennessee.“

3.9 Good335 Reviews
Buddy's Bar-B-Q Barbecue • $
121 West End Ave, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Pulled Pork Dinner with Potato Salad
Piggy Ham Sandwich Sandwich Only
Corn on the Cob
Lemon Icebox Pie
Turkey Sandwich
Pulled Chicken
Pork Sandwich
Half Chicken
Hush Puppies
French Fries

“Clinton.Tn Went though the drive thru and bought brisket dinner and a brisket sandwich. The brisket was like wallet leather dry and the fries were stale and cold I took it inside and the crew today was so respectful and thoughtful. They apologized and made fresh fries and the just had fresh brisket come out. I will def. Retired because of the customer service I experienced. However, ensuring food meets quality before being served should be more focused on.“

3.6 Good92 Reviews
Dickey's Barbecue Pit Barbecue • $
10853 Hardin Valley Rd, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Beef Brisket Sandwich and Potato Salad
Pulled Pork Sandwich Plate
Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage
Brisket Sandwich Combo
Brisket Burnt Ends
Pulled Pork Plate
Brisket Mac Stack
Barbecue Beans
Big Yellow Cup
Onion Tanglers

“I love the food and the people great atmosphere“

3.5 Good123 Reviews
Texas Roadhouse Steak House • $
120 Morrell Rd, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Grilled BBQ Chicken & Sirloin Combo Itin 2 Sides
Buttered Corn House Salad Steak Fries
Extra Honey Cinnamon Butter
Portobello Mushroom Chicken
Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs
Extra Fresh-Baked Bread
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Steakhouse Filet Salad
Chicken Critter Salad
Country Fried Sirloin

“I have wanted a steak from here for a month. Husband ordered me the 8oz Medium well. I immediately went to cut it and it was rare. I mean blood pouring out. I can't eat rare or even Medium cooked steaks. There was one little piece that was medium well on the end. Thought I would eat it. NOPE, hard as a rock. What is wrong with people and the way they cook. I have the ticket that says Medium Well. let's just say it wouldn't have been pretty if I was in the restaurant eating. Thanks for nothing. At least I ate the salad and two rolls. FYI, Husband's Prime rib was good to him.“

4.2 Good345 Reviews
LongHorn Steakhouse Steak House • $$
7740 Kingston Pike, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Steakhouse Mac & Cheese with Smoked Bacon and Four Creamy Cheeses Cal 610
White Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms
Great Lobster Mac N Chesse
Loaf of Bread and Butter
Longhorn R Caesar Salad
Redrock Grilled Shrimp
Strawberry Shortcake
Idaho R Baked Potato
Loaded Baked Potato
Spicy Chicken Bites

“Despite not having a working dishwasher everything was still clean and immaculate and the food came out at a decent time. Our server Katelynn was extremely polite and very attentive to what we needed the food was very delicious had a great time we'll come back again soon. 😄 Thanks for making our first time there a great experience for date night!“

4.2 Good262 Reviews
Taqueria la Herradura Merchant Mexican • $
315 Merchant Dr, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Quesadilla

“Great food, friendly service.“

4.4 Superb64 Reviews
Texas Roadhouse Steak House • $
11001 Turkey Dr, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Steak Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: No
Ranger Meal - Chicken Critters Basket
Fresh Made Rolls and Cinnamon Butter
Grilled BBQ Chicken & Sirloin 6oz
Fried Pickles and Yeast Rolls
Prime Rib and Mash Potatoes
All-American Cheeseburger
Extra Fresh-Baked Bread
Grilled Chicken Salad
Country Fried Sirloin

“Baked potatoes keep getting smaller and smaller. Got an order to go today and had to cook another potato at home to have one normal baked potato. Love your steaks, but you need to get bigger baked potatoes to keep me coming back.“

3.9 Good365 Reviews
Smoky Mountain Brewery in Turkey Creek Brewery • $$
11308 Parkside Dr, Knoxville

“Kudos to our waitress Katelyn (not sure of spelling) last night! And Thank you for supporting local music!!“

3.8 Good186 Reviews
Texas Roadhouse Steak House • $
3071 Kinzel Way, Knoxville

Customers` Favorites

Sirloin Steak BBQ Grilled Chicken Baked Potato
All-American Cheeseburger
The Cactus Bloomin Onion
Grilled Shrimp Appetizer
House Salad Steak Fries
Lil' Dillo Steak Bites
Chicken Critter Salad
Grilled Chicken Salad
Strawberry Cheesecake
Chicken Caesar Salad

“try the roadkill i know it sounds funny but its smothered with sautéed onions and mushrooms and cheese on a chopped steak totally delicious. and there ceaser salad with rattle snake bites for an appetizer.“

3.6 Good359 Reviews