Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

Eat here every single time we are in Nashville.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sides, Pulled Pork

My family and I were visiting Nashville for the first time during Thanksgiving week. Prior to the visit, we created a list of items to accomplish and visiting this restaurant was one of the few items featured at the top of the list. We first heard about this restaurant after watching someone on YT do a food challenge at this restaurant (basically seeing if they can finish the "Big Poppa Sampler" by themself). Needless to say, we were anticipating this trip for quite some time and it was well worth the wait. We have several good barbeque restaurants back home in Las Vegas; however, when we travel to another state, especially the ones that make bold claims about their barbeque, it's almost certain I'll be there to try it to see if it lives up to the hype.

When we walked in, we were met with the typical feel of a classic barbeque joint. It was warm and inviting, with the scent of smoked goodness in the air. We were also presented with some of the most outstanding employees known to man. Between the cashiers; to the folks who brought the food to the table; to the folks who picked up the dirty plates and cleaned up the table...they were all phenomenal.

Now for the highlight...we ordered the Big Brother Sampler [4 Spare Ribs (2 wet and 2 dry rub) and Brisket] w/Baked Beans and Slaw; Sliced Brisket Tray w/Potato Salad and Mac & Cheese; Pulled Pork Tray w/Mac & Cheese and Baked Beans, BBQ Nachos, Martha Ann's Fudge Pie, and Nadine's Pecan Pie. All the meats were tender and had the perfect amount of smoke flavoring, and the beans had an unexpected, yet pleasant amount of spice to it. I was slightly bummed that this restaurant didn't have any fried okra because there's something about eating barbeque with beans, cole slaw, and fried okra. But hey, I didn't lose sleep over it. The mac & cheese and potato salad were adequate; I've definitely had better at other barbeque locations in this country...but it wasn't horrible by any means. The nachos were exceptional and the desserts were spectacular.

The price-to-quantity/quality ratio was reasonable. I highly respect this business for their continued support to the active servicemembers, including its Veterans - thank you for that! If I were to make one recommendation, it would be to add a couple more heaters in the dining areas off to the side because when we were eating there, the cold air overpowered the warm, resulting in our food getting cold a lot faster. I highly recommend this restaurant to everyone. Trust me it is well worth the trip, if you're visiting the Nashville area. If you're a local, consider yourself lucky.

Parking: Considering we ate here on an early Tuesday evening, it was rather difficult to find parking near the restaurant. I can't imagine how busy this restaurant gets and the challenges with finding parking spots in general during peak hours (weekend).

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Coleslaw, BBQ, BBQ Nachos, Beef Brisket, BBQ Sauce, Pulled Pork, Smoked Meats

The night before Thanksgiving, this place was insane! To-go meals everywhere, a dine-in line wrapped around the room, hustle and bustle and BBQ! First-timers, and it’s an A+++. Beef brisket sandwich, fresh cut fries, Mac n cheese, hush puppies, delectable BBQ sauce, and if you dare, Devil’s Nectar-their habanero BBQ sauce. Tasty, fast, efficient, and you might even see someone famous.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ, Cornbread, Sides, BBQ Sauce, Pulled Pork, Slaw

This is a really good BBQ place, living up to the hype and reputation. Menu is wide and provides a good variety, catering for most (if not all) your bbq needs.

Atmosphere is really nice and the service is ok. Worth a visit whilst in town.

- Value for money? Yes
- Worth a detour? No
- Best for (occasion)? BBQ cravings
- Would I go back? Yes

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: BBQ

Our favorite bbq in Nashville. We’ve been fans ever since it started in Nolensville. The meat is tender, the sauces are amazing, and the folks are friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ

Great food and staff.

Parking: Easy in and easy out 🥰

Kid-friendliness: Kind friendly courteous service

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ, Catfish, Beef Brisket, Cornbread, Sides, BBQ Sauce, Slaw

We frequent Martin’s regularly (multiple locations) and it is always delicious. The mac and cheese is so creamy and flavorful, the pulled pork is amazing! Always smiling helpful staff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ, Sides, BBQ Sauce

Very good.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: BBQ

We are visiting from Lawrenceburg, Indiana. We lucked into picking the BEST BBQ JOINT my wife and I have ever eaten. I had the smoked turkey sandwich (without any sauce) and she had the pulled pork sandwich. We looked at one another and said simultaneously that it was the BEST we’ve ever had! The service was wonderful. We asked about the “how” and a fantastic host told us all about it.
We purchased a “sauce” gift bucket to share at home! Well done!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing! Love love the food and atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ

Great food, great atmosphere, great service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Brisket, BBQ Sauce

Authentic West Tennessee BBQ. I truly haven't had a bad meal here yet. The Boss Hoss rub is my go to for my own home smoking. Try it out you will not be dissapointed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Brisket, Sides, Smoked Wings

Best in town, great people, amazing food and a fun atmosphere....

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ, Alabama White, Beef Brisket, Sides, BBQ Sauce

Drove from St Louis just for this food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ, Sides