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    Central BBQ

    3.8 (152 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    CENTRAL BBQ ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy
    Good for groups

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    Doug G.

    Finally made the trip Central BBQ in Capital View recently and have mixed feelings about the place and food. If I could give percentages of a star I would put this location at a solid 3.25 stars and here is why... The layout is walk-up, counter order and then it is brought out to your table. Upon entry the counter was not staffed, but there was a child playing on an Ipad behind the counter. I honestly thought they were closed until staff walked from the kitchen and asked for my order. They have paper menus, but no menu boards, which would work way better and move things along a bit easier. They have several large screens behind the counter where they run photos of their food, this would be a great spot to have the menu digitally displayed. After looking at the menu we landed on the pulled pork sandwich with fries and the brisket plate with onion rings and mac & cheese. Pulled pork sandwich was loaded with meat and topped with sauce. The fries were not fresh and weirdly already soggy. They looked good and were seasoned well, but that did not translate too well to the plate. The brisket was sadly dry and chewy, even when drowned in sauce. The mac & cheese was decent, nothing special and the onion rings were nicely fried. I liked the small bun they added so I could make a slider out of a portion of brisket, this was the best way to eat it in my opinion as the meat alone was underwhelming. Sweet tea was delicious, as one would expect from a southern BBQ joint...so that was a positive! Additionally, their sauces were tasty as well. The meats definitely needed the sauce, so glad they had the variety. When you think anywhere near or in downtown you always think parking, and luckily they have ample street parking and a free lot in connection with the Publix next door. Big win! The place was clean and well kept. Loved the vibe, art and layout. They had a few college games on the TV, so no music was playing. I am hoping when TV's are not on with sound they have music, as they needed more energy in the place. Overall, not my favorite BBQ spot in Nashville. I am interested in giving them another shot and sampling a few more things on the menu, as it was fairly expansive.

    Christina L.

    Food: 3 Service: 5 Ambiance: 5 Great service and I love the space. It could be a great place for beers and Q but the food was so-so. I got the half ribs plate cause I love a good dry rub and it was bland and fatty. I couldn't finish it because the amount of fat was making me queasy. The greens and onion rings were decent, nothing that stands out though.

    Mae D.

    Memphis bbq chain! The food is delicious! We absolutely love it! Food comes out hot and fresh! Service was quick and convenient!

    Brisket platter
    Nat A.

    First time visiting the venue. Dined at the Capital View location on a whim. First thing that alarmed me is the venue didn't smell like BBQ. wtf Service was ok. Cashier didn't know they sold chicken quarters ... Food arrived quickly. We ordered quarter BBQ chicken and brisket platters. Chicken was overcooked and dry. Had no flavor before we added sauce. Brisket was decent. Onion rings were good. Bathroom was clean, but out of paper towels. Doubt I'd return.

    Brisket Tacos
    Amy H.

    Delicious Memphis style bbq! It is a casual dining spot, walk up to the counter and order and then they bring the food to your table. We tried the brisket tacos, chicken sandwich and the ribs. My husband is picky with ribs and he said they were great! The brisket was also delicious. All their sauce options are really good too and you can purchase bottles to take home

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    Latasha P.

    The person who took my order ROSSHA was incredibly rude. Hard to enjoy your food when the person taking your order and serving your food has a terrible attitude.

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    David H.

    I came here with a group attending a conference where this was offered as an extra curricular activity called Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Adventure. I'm not sure if what we had was actually offered on the menu. We all received a sample platter of pulled BBQ chicken, pulled pork, brisket, mac & cheese, baked beans and potato salad. The service and attention was excellent. They offered several different sauces to use on the different meats. As backyard BBQ pitmaster, I thought the chicken was very moist and good, but lacked a smoky flavor. It went well with the sweet heat BBQ sauce. The pulled pork I really wanted to like, but it was so dry, I could believe it may have been sitting out for a while. Some of it was almost unchewable. The brisket wasn't sliced. They cornered off a 1/4 of brisket and you needed to cut it yourself into slices. They offered a bun, but wasn't worth making a sandwich. The brisket itself was good, had a slight smoke ring and was tender, but not spectalular. I also tried the sides which were all very good. That platter was certainly filling, but could have been a bit better. The sauces were very good, though.

    Loaded potato bites, sausage and cheese plate, pork tacos, brisket sandwich

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    First time here. I got the brisket sandwich with potato salad. Sandwich was really good. Potato salad was amazing as well. I will be back.

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    It was great food, fast and friendly service. Fun patio space also. Good for a larger group.

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    We ordered the ribs and the sausage. Both were awesome. Sides were great too. Would definitely come back.

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