A Memphis Favorite…read more While visiting Memphis, Central was located next to my rental property, so I came few times. I had to see what all the buzz was about I had heard about, and Central BBQ did not disappoint. The smell of smoke hits you before you walk in and the food lives up to the reputation. I went for the ribs , pulled pork sampler, and quickly understood why this place is so popular. Tender, smoky, and packed with flavor, some of the best BBQ I've had. I have seen few other reviews with low rating, but all I can says It was great for me. A late review but I had to write one because BBQ, Memphis, and service is on my mind right this minute. If you're in Memphis, Central BBQ is a must-stop try spot.

I tried this spot while on a tour. They provided the pulled pork sandwich with homemade chips for…read moreall participants on the tour. Unfortunately, the pulled pork was underwhelming. It tasted like it was missing seasoning and didn't have much flavor on its own. The sauce was really needed to give the meat some flavor. I wanted to give the restaurant another chance, so I went back later that day to try the ribs. I ordered them half dry and half wet. Unfortunately, the ribs were dry and did not fall off the bone. Just like the pulled pork, they really depended on the sauce for flavor. The baked beans were okay at best, while the turnip greens were actually pretty good, although they were a little too salty for my taste. Overall, I was disappointed with the food. I wanted to like this place, but neither the pulled pork nor the ribs impressed me. For $36, I expected much more, and based on my experience, I wouldn't recommend it.

After several long days on the road moving from California to Tennessee, Blues City Cafe was…read moreexactly the welcome to Tennessee we needed! We spent our first night in the state in Memphis and were ready for some good Southern food. We had the ribs, barbecue, beans, sweet tea, and a cold beer--and everything hit the spot! The ribs were tender and flavorful, and the sweet tea was the perfect introduction to the South. The service was great, the wait was minimal, and our food came out so quickly it was almost like they were waiting for us to arrive! The atmosphere was lively with that great Memphis energy--a little loud, but not overwhelming. There was something special about sitting down to Memphis barbecue after driving all the way from California and realizing, "We made it to Tennessee!" A delicious and memorable first meal in our new home state.

My friend recommended Blues City Cafe when I told him I was looking for some good barbecue, and I'm…read moreso glad I listened because it did not disappoint! The atmosphere was welcoming, lively, and full of great energy. I sat at the bar, and my bartender did not miss a beat. Even though I was dining alone, she continued to check on me throughout the evening and made sure I was well taken care of. I ordered the ribs dry with the sauce on the side, and they were absolutely delicious! They were packed with flavor and literally falling off the bone. The baked beans and turnip greens were also extremely good and definitely worth trying. Overall, I had a wonderful experience from the food to the atmosphere and service. I'm definitely glad I gave this spot a try, and I would absolutely recommend Blues City Cafe if you're looking for good barbecue and a great atmosphere!

I accidentally ended up at this spot, I was actually supposed to be at Blues City Cafe, and I'm so…read moreglad I did! The atmosphere was welcoming, lively, and full of great energy. I sat at the bar, and my bartender did not miss a beat. Even though I was dining alone, she continued to check on me and made sure I was taken care of throughout the evening. I got to enjoy two different bands, and both were amazing! However, the final performance was definitely my favorite. Her voice was both soothing and powerful, and when she started singing Tina Turner, all I could do was smile. What an incredible performance! Now, let's talk about the ribs! They were delicious, full of flavor and literally falling off the bone. The baked beans were good, although they didn't blow me away. The green beans, however, were a miss for me. I think they were trying to do too much with them; sometimes simple is better. Overall, I had a wonderful experience. The live music, atmosphere, and those ribs made this accidental stop well worth it. I'm definitely glad I ended up here, and I would absolutely recommend checking this place out, especially if you enjoy live music and good barbecue!

I stopped here for food and drinks when I was in Memphis for a night. It's definitely super…read moretouristy, but hey! I was a tourist. There was a $10 cover which I was told goes to support the band. The restaurant seems to be pretty big. It looks like it's 2 stories. I sat at the main bar on the first floor. Service was terrible. The bartender was very inattentive and acted like she had a giant chip on her shoulder. I ordered the ribs and a local draft lager. The food and drinks were very good. I was hoping for a Memphis dry rub, but they were doused in bbq sauce. The ribs weren't as good as what you can probably find at other places in Memphis, but they had good flavor. The baked beans were very sweet and watery. The coleslaw was great. The live band was amazing. That night it was the BB King All-Stars. They played a wide variety of musical genres spanning several decades. One song was so good, I was brought to tears. Overall, I had a decent time. The live band saved the night for me. I went on a slow Tuesday night in September, so there really wasn't much open on Beale St to choose from.

Tori H. ticket # 183. She did a great job waiting on us. Tori was very polite and nice…read more A very good waitress. The food was very good. We will eat there again. Thanks

The food and the vibes were amazing, and our server Shorty was kind and fast - this is a great…read moreplace to grab a bite!

The brisket. THE BRISKET. Easily the best brisket I've ever had, tender, flavorful, and genuinely…read moreunforgettable. I'm still thinking about it. Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous is such a cool Memphis experience too. You head down an alley and into this old-school basement restaurant that has been there since 1948, and it just feels like Memphis. They're famous for their dry-rub ribs, which were really good, but for me the brisket was absolutely the star. If I came back tomorrow, I wouldn't even need to look at the menu. Give me the brisket. Service was great! A Memphis must.

Had a serious taste for BBQ so we decided to try Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous and man the BBQ was…read moreAMAZING! I ordered the Pork Ribs & Brisket and both were packed with flavor and definitely hit the spot. The baked beans were also so good we'll definitely be coming back for those! Overall, a great BBQ experience and definitely worth trying!

A great spot on Beale Street if you're looking for good BBQ!…read more My wife and I got the 1/2 rack of ribs and they were awesome! Perfectly cooked, sauced nicely and full of meat. The side of bbq beans was perfect for my meal - my wife got the fries and said they were very good. Our waitress was very friendly, attentive and timely. She kept tabs on us without overdoing it. The prices here are also reasonable considering the location. The amount of food you get is a very good deal! *We also got a side of dry rub wings. They came out piping hot, but once they cooled down they were delicious!! The next time I head back to Memphis, I'll most likely return to The Pig!!

Was hoping for the best when no one was inside, and flies were buzzing around. Not the best AC…read morebeing pushed out the vents either. We of course took the only table that could seat five people comfortably. They had plenty of 4 seater booths and tables. The condiment box at our table looks like it had not been cleaned out in months. Some old time movie decorations definitely caught my eye and those were pretty cool. No music playing, and the touch tunes was down. Just one lonely tv playing cable tv above the bar. Bar had maybe a selection of 3 beers and 4 cocktail/Seltzer cans. I didn't see an ounce of liquor. The men of our party when using the bathroom said the toilet was infested with buzzing flies. The ladies room had an off smell, and we had to fight the nearly empty bottle to get soap to wash our hands. Family of five shared the family feast. The slab of ribs were super tender and fall off the bone but had absolutely no flavor at all besides the baked on bbq slapped on the top. The pulled pork was kind of cold and also had no seasoning or marinade. The chicken wings had some seasoning on top but no flavor inside besides some old fry grease flavoring. We were given a warm bottle of barbecue sauce but the bottle was so nasty and concerning no one at our table was brave enough to use it. Platter had Your average sliced white bread on side. The collard greens were praised by the whole table and was knocked out by everyone first. Service was good, but I would surely hope with being the only patrons inside for a whole hour besides a to go order. Restaurant desperately needs some TLC and some deep cleaning. Seasoning or a marinade needed on the meats as well. I would have to give it a hard pass next time.

The desserts are the best! All flavors of the cakes.... Trust me Chocolate Caramel Strawberry in…read morethat order! Don't like coconut but it looked delicious too!

Great food and good value. Little bit messy but worth it. Only thing I'd add are wet wipesread more

The food was delicious!!! We had tacos and quesadillas! The service was great! The best part was…read moreMemphis James and his guitar! The atmosphere was laid back and cool.

Nice place for a quick refresher!!! I wish they offered more liquor options. Server was by herself…read moredidnt seem like she had time to explain what was in the drinks. But I heard they we good

Ate here for lunch. The staff were very nice and helpful. I had the three meats, brisket, pulled…read morepork, and ribs. All were top tier in my opinion especially the brisket and ribs! The slaw and collards were a nice addition to the meal as well. The graffiti room was cool even if a bit confusing, but you can tell the place the place is well loved. We'll definitely go back next time we are in town for a show!

Couldn't be happier. Stopped by on a Sunday when they opened at 11. Staff was super friendly. No…read moreline and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Ordered brisket, ribs and pulled pork. Used the sweet bbq sauce but they have hot and vinegar. Brisket was juicy and taste was . Ribs were very good and pulled pork was too. I ordered a side of fries . Didn't order any of the included (free) sides because of all the bad reviews on here about them. I really wanted fries anyway.

I've never been a huge fan of wings, but these are amazing. The fries are honestly the best I've…read morehad (how???) and the avocado tacos are fire. The maple bourbon wings are especially good. I recently grabbed food when they were at Meddlesome on a Wednesday night for trivia and it was the perfect compliment to some really great beer. But I'll drive just about anywhere in the city for them, if I'm in the mood for wings. Staff is really friendly, too! It's just all-around a great experience.

Coworker had heard of it and we were all impressed when we saw all the awards this place has…read moreearned. Also, the variety and types of flavors looked awesome so I was excited to try it out. When it came to which flavors to pick, I knew I had to try their award-winning flavor, Memphis Buffalo. I'm not a big wing person, so it was just ok to me. It was good, but didn't wow me. Also, I always get boneless, so I'm not sure if the flavor is different on regular wings- so take my review with a large grain of salt if you're a big wing person. The fries were really good but the flavored versions weren't that impressive so I'd rather just stick to the regular fries. The Pineapple Habanero was really good though. I really liked the flavor and the kick. It's one of the spicier things on the menu so I feel like I could handle the spiciest. I'd come back and try more flavors! Loved: - Dipping Sauce: Ranch - Side: Fries Classic - Side: Roll Liked: - Wings (Boneless): Pineapple Habanero Ok: - Dipping Sauce: Blue Cheese - Side: Fries Premium Parmesan - Wings (Boneless): Memphis Buffalo