49 Best Barbeque Restaurants in Nashville

“What a great experience! First, food was so good! The sauce on the wings was delicious and I can’t stop raving about the baked beans and BANANA PUDDING!!!! But to top it off, our waitress went above and beyond. She gave us perfect recommendations and offered for us to try the banana pudding on the house because it’s that good… she was not kidding! Then gave an extra serving of baked beans to go because I was raving about them so much! We will 100% be back (regularly)!!“

“What’s not to love, great food, chilled atmosphere inside and outside with the friendliest staff….and excellent value for money. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“1/2 Rack, Mac and cheese, pork sandwich, Mac and cheese, cornbread- ALL UNBELIEVABLY AMAZING!!!!! Oh and the bread pudding!!!“

“I've stopped twice at the Donelson, TN location now. Staff are nice, inside is very nice and clean, food is really good.“

“Thanks to Edleys on Woodland for their kindness today! My young neice accidentally left her small handbag on the bench, and we were over two hours away when she realized that she'd left it. I called the restaurant and offered to send payment for shipping if they would mail it. They plan on mailing it to her Monday...no charge, compliments of the restaurant! They didn't have to do that, but it is so appreciated, and our food and service were great too. I will definitely be a repeat customer. Thank you Edleys BBQ!!“

“Absolutely the best place to eat! Staff is over the top manager Chad was so sweet to my family. We brought my parents in after my mom had a chemo treatment and it was also my dad’s bday. He made sure to stop by several times and made both of their days better just by being so nice. I highly recommend this place. The food is amazing as well!!! Our favorite place to eat!!!“

“Excellent BBQ and personable service! Thank you for all you do for our community!“

“Stopped in for some food off the lake met Papa Turney and everything was great! Nice folks and Great food!“

“So good food, small town feel. They are just open for lunch and it’s fresh cooked food ready to serve. Such sweet people, but best of all Great Food! 💋❤️❤️definitely marked the map to repeat!“

“I've stopped twice at the Donelson, TN location now. Staff are nice, inside is very nice and clean, food is really good.“

“Martin's Barbecue in Nashville, TN, a gem in the southern barbecue scene, offers a delightful experience. The tender pork shoulder, a star on the menu, melts in your mouth, complemented by Jack's Sauce-soaked hoecake. The Brunswick Stew impresses with its rich flavors, featuring butter peas and celery. The potato salad is a tasty side that adds to the culinary delight. The restaurant's fun atmosphere, coupled with both indoor and outdoor seating, creates a welcoming environment. Martin's Barbecue proves to be a satisfying destination for those seeking an eclectic and flavorful southern barbecue experience.“

“So good! My family ordered some when they were in town to visit and I am glad they did! The ribs were literally falling off the bone and well seasoned! The sides were also great! We had potato salad, baked beans, and collard greens. So delicious! Also, the smoked sausage and beef brisket were so flavorful and juicy! It’s only been a week since we ate there and I am still craving it! Lol…I may have to send my husband to get me another plate soon.🤭“

“Dearest Erinne,
How I love you so. Your presence brings us great joy as always. Your libations make us happy, and the deliscious food you cook fills our starving bellies. How I will miss you SO, until I make a vast return from my duties tomorrow. Take care of our thirsty and hungry children until then.
Sincerely with love
DADDY“

“We had lunch here today and met the friendliest people and ate some of THE BEST BBQ I've ever had. We had smoked BBQ Pork sandwich, Smoked brisket sandwich, Mac and cheese, collard greens, fried okra and home made fruit ice tea! They also give you a hand wipe and dental floss. I highly recommend if your ever in the area.“

“While visiting our daughter in Nashville, we spotted Jack Cawthon's Bar-B-Que nearby and decided to give it a try. Mind you, we have been smoking meats on our own for many years, so, going to a BBQ restaurant can be a gamble!

Before I get in to the review, we understand that there are a lot of so-called barbeque restaurants around that, in my mind, have no business calling themselves that. If we walk/drive by and don't smell the smoke, I just keep on moving. Jack's, however...

One final note, before I move on, any restaurant that covers their meat in sauce by default, is hiding something. Period.

We both ordered the brisket. Me, I love both the flat and point, my wife, however, prefers the flat, and, when asked, the gentleman with the knife scraped off the excess fat from the flat for her and asked me if I wanted it. Folks, that's how it's done at a real barbecue/smokehouse restaurant!

Our brisket was perfectly smoked and the side choice were plentiful! She got the cornbread, I got the Texas toast. Except for the bread and the veggie sides, it all looked an tasted like it was made in-house, and it was good!“

“They say big things come in small packages. This is a little bitty place surrounded by a lot of other little places at the farmers market in Nashville the most juiciest tenderness, meat best barbecue sauce, macaroni and cheese green beans with lots of flavor best sweet tea. I’m so mad I have to go back to St. Louis and won’t be able to continue enjoying this every week. Thank you guys for one of the best lunches I’ve had so far this year.“

“Must be a good place when you see multiple police and fire department people eating there. I had the three main special and it was incredibly good. Best I've ever had. Mac and cheese was awesome. Big beans were terrific. Recommending them all the time to all my friends and people I know traveling through Nashville.“

“gotta check this place out the food was on point we will definitely be back“

“I purchased the pot roast and it was dee-licious. It had the traditional potatoes 🥔 and carrots 🥕 added. As well as turnip greens and pinto beans that come with cornbread. My granddaughter had the beef tips and she said it was great as well! The lovely lady at the window was super sweet! We will definitely be back!“

“The catfish was da bomb! And Amanda made us feel like we were her only table! Would love to come back.“

“This BBQ joint takes serious pride in their food and it shows!“

“Whitt's BBQ in Ashland City catered my family event and it was great. Thanks Ricky you're the best“

“I had a brisket burger with onions and was amazingly delicious! 🤤“

“Good stuff here. Get you some. It's my favorite place to get BBQ.“

“We spent a long weekend in Nashville and the meal at Drifters was by far the best we had! The smoked wings were so good they didn't need any sauce and the pork was amazing. Great little place and wonderful staff. We're so glad we checked it out!!!“

“When i went to the smoke shack, i was in a darker place. My wife just left me for my neighbor, my kids left me for a different neighbor, and my dog was killed by a meteorite. I was devastated. And i was in a wheel chair after i was struck by the same meteorite that killed my dog in a separate incident. But that all changed when i stepped in the smoke shack. Once i opened the door, I could immediately walk again, my wife and kids came back to me, and my dog resurrected to join us. Thank you, smoke shack.“

“I would recommend this food service to all that I meet. I was pleasantly surprised. I receive big meaty fish pieces and generous portions of my side dishes. It was enough for me to make 2 meals out of my order. The beautiful lady was so nice, and we even wished each other a Happy Mother's Day. I came from Opry Mills Mall to Edd Temple Blvd and I'm happy I made the trip. I will be back.“

“Whitt's BBQ in Ashland City catered my family event and it was great. Thanks Ricky you're the best“

“We decided on our morning breakfast to try here! It was amazing and the atmosphere and service was amazing…. Amazing menu options and Jams and biscuits. The Bronut was a biscuit stuffed with cheesecake, Fried Green Tomato Wrap and Pimento Cheese and Bacon Omelet was just a few menu items of amazing unique meals. We started off with a Biscuit Basket and Bronut (biscuit stuffed with cream cheese filing and deep fried and smothered in a blueberry compote) many assorted jams from mild to spicy. The pepper jams and jelly’s were amazing and flavorful. My wife had a bacon egg and cheese biscuit with potatoes, my daughter had the Pimento Cheese and Bacon Omelette, our son had the Daniels Big Breakfast: and I had the bacon breakfast tacos…. All our meals were great and fulfilling. There potato’s and grits were extremely flavorful and perfect sides! I highly recommend and give this place 5 stars for service, quality and food~ Julia the Kitchen manager was amazing and very warm and welcoming! TK our server was extremely accommodating and helpful!“

“Gold standard of Brunswick Stew! I just wish it was a year-round thing.“

“BarB Cutie is our favorite Nashville area place to eat. we stop by when driving across Tennessee. Friendly people and great food.“

“Placed a large to go order with “Kojo”. Every single item was perfect. Not one missing or wrong thing. Cold stuff separated from hot. Fries separate. Excellent customer service!! He did an amazing job.“

“Visited twice on a Very Busy Labor Day Weekend - UT Football at Nissan. Great food and entertainment. Really unique structure. We'll definitely be back. Thanks to Alex for the great service !“

“The chicken and biscuits from Raise the Roost inside the 7-Eleven on Newtown Road and Providence are, by far, the worst I've ever had. The chicken was either overcooked and dry, with burnt outsides and —likely due to improper fryer temperatures or incorrect timer settings. The coating was thick and cakey, indicating poor preparation. Even the green beans had no seasoning or taste. I recommend not using salt if you decide to season. To top it off, the bathrooms were in horrible and smelly condition. I would've returned the food if I had time. Thumbs down! I took pictures but you cannot upload“

“Korean is my favorite cuisine. I was delighted to find this wonderful restaurant. It's in a small strip mall, the exterior is not inviting. Ambiance inside was very comfortable, very clean. Service was professional. One thing I use to judge ethnic restaurants is how many people of that ethnicity are there. Of the several tables occupied I was the only nonasian diner, so I assume authenticity. I had seafood soft tofu stew. It was delicious. Korean restaurants typically serve banchan side dishes, this served them, each was delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant if you want to experience excellent Korean dining. I'll be back!“

“Whenever i end up with a layover in Nashville there is one place i will go to get food and it’s here!!!! I eat a lot every day and need my macros and this place is the best way to get on top of my daily protein goal while also getting great southern cooking“

“I've never been here, but hope to soon, all bc I absolutely love watching Ricky Connelley play his music sets live on tiktok here! He's amazing and I can't wait to get to be in the crowd one day and enjoy some delicious food and drinks while listening to him! 🎶💕“

“Had a great experience for our Team dinner while in Nashville for our Matco Tools Expo“

“I cannot say enough good things about Honey Fire Barbecue. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels inviting, modern, and just genuinely enjoyable to be in. The food is on another level. Whether it is the barbecue, the ribs, or the burnt ends, everything is consistently incredible. You can tell there is real attention to quality and detail in every bite. What really sets this place apart, though, is that it is more than just a restaurant. They have a whiskey club you can join, which turns it into a place you actually want to spend time in, not just grab a meal and leave. It feels like a community, not just a stop for food. If you are looking for great barbecue and a place that actually has a vibe, this is it. #SHIELDApproved“

“Mark Petty your team does an Excellent Job, Love Renee at your drive thru window. Best BBQ & Love the Baked Beans❤️“

“Thai + BBQ is a perfect marriage 🤤
Brisket with curry is the star, smoky tender meat swimming in rich flavorful curry with just the right kick of heat. Bold deeply satisfying fusion that somehow feels both comforting and exciting at the same time. You don’t just finish it, you think about it long after you leave.“

“Awesome place. All in Chiefs gear and not one rude look in the middle of winning the Orange Bowl. 😅 Felt the energy, and know it well! Congrats and thanks for the hospitality!“

“Ordered whiting sandwich and reg fries and Coke. Large food servings. Food was hot &fresh! I think some peoples expectations are not that of traditional southern fried whiting w/onion, mustard,hot sauce? Who doesn't eat it freshly served for maximum experience? I get some have to carry home, but don't expect hot fried food to be hot and crispy when ya get there. My $.02.“

“Great service, AMAZING food. Such a fun experience every time we go“

“That chorizo egg and cheese burrito was so good. Ordered one at like 430am and it was perfectly cooked. Didn't know a tortilla could be so perfectly golden brown! The burrito fold wasn't perfect but it didn't matter with how good it was specially with the hot sauce!“

“Truly enjoyed the soul food here the meat and three delicious!!!“

“I had the shrimp and chorizo Benedict. It was delicious! I was disappointed in the hash browns. Personally I like them crispy, but these were mush served on the plate with an ice cream scoop.
The place was cute and clean. It did feel a bit rustic. It was a bit pricey as well. Will we come back? Absolutely!“

“Melissa was absolutely amazing and provided some of the best service I’ve ever experienced. She was attentive, friendly, professional, and made the entire experience enjoyable from start to finish. You can tell she genuinely cares about her customers and takes pride in what she does. Without a doubt, one of the best bartenders I’ve ever had — I’ll definitely be coming back because of her excellent service.“

“Excellent cheeseburger and fresh cut fries. Will definitely return.“