As someone who lived in Texas for nearly 20 years before relocating to Tennessee, I have a deep…read moreappreciation, and admittedly high standards, when it comes to barbecue. My daughter and I recently dined at Willie Mae's Barbecue, and I can confidently say this was an exceptionally positive experience. From the first bite, the barbecue delivered a bold, authentic flavor profile that immediately resonated. The meats were tender, expertly prepared, and layered with richness that created a true flavor explosion. Every element reflected intention and skill. The selection of barbecue sauces further elevated the meal. Each sauce offered a distinctive, well-balanced profile that complemented the meat beautifully without overpowering it. The variety and quality were impressive. The live music added an energetic and welcoming atmosphere, enhancing the overall dining experience without distracting from the meal. It created a setting that felt both relaxed and vibrant. Finding barbecue of this caliber in Tennessee, especially in a smaller town like Springfield, was a refreshing and welcome surprise. Sharing the experience with my daughter made it even more meaningful. When she returns from Texas, we will absolutely be back.

Absolutely killer brisket sandwich! Visited with a couple friends and stopped by for lunch. Clean…read moreplace, very helpful staff. Easy in and out. Walking distance from downtown (which is what we did). Certainly recommend and would return if I'm ever in the area again!

Food was excellent as always. Service was smooth and efficient. as a former marine. I just love the…read moremilitary ambience.

I have been a fan of the BG Mission since it opened. Good food; quality help; quick, consistent…read moreservice; good value. Huge fan of the "Yardbird." Disappointed today to find out that they are now prompting for tips at the checkout. This one act dropped them from a 5-Star to a 3-Star in my book. It is not the customer's responsibility to pay the help in a self-service restaurant! Shame on Mission!

Omgggg I missed out on the shoulder!!!!…read more I saw the ratings on Smokey Pig Bar-BQ and decided to try it while on my cross country trip...Wow these guys know what they're doing. Got the chicken and brisket: perfectly done. So good I didn't have to have sauce! All the sides I tried were scrumptious- mac n cheese, potato salad, mashed potatoes, beans, slaw....everything was done with love. My mouth is watering right now just remembering... And the staff! They were so nice! Aside from the Southern hospitality which I found so refreshing--thanks to the entire state of KY--these gentlemen were genuinely kind and warm. I was out-of-place but they didn't make me feel like it. Thanks guys, I wish your business well! Before writing this review I started reading the others and SOMEHOW I have missed ALL the shoulder rec's. ‍ . Damn it. Wish I can go back there. What an experience!

Yummm!! You know when you pull up and see a bunch of local pickups it's gonna be good, and this…read moreplace did not disappoint! We had the sliced brisket and pulled pork sandwiches with cole slaw, mac & cheese, and mashed potatoes. Everything was delicious--we love our BBQ and this spot is legit!! We indulged in the turtle ice cream pie for dessert, and it was great, too. Sit in the back room for a great river view. Highly recommend this spot!

I want to say something about this place. I have visited…read morethis restaurant more than any other place in except my own kitchen in the past 23 years. The food, the experience, the friendliness of everyone there is hard to beat. This place is great. If you read negative reviews, look at their other reviews.

Rylan's has been a consistently great breakfast & lunch spot since we moved to Franklin earlier…read morethis year. We love the way they treat you here. Biscuits & gravy are perfection. Omelettes, ham steak, crispy bacon! Also their chocolate cake is super tasty, I always bring home a slice.

Stopped here after the Strawberry fest…read more Food was great. Burnt ends were absolutely phenomenal and the pulled pork excellent as well. What impresses me was after my friend walked away, i told the woman I was partially deaf and she accommodated and took great care to make aure I understood. Reason alone to go back. BBQ sauce and slaw were amazing as well.

OMG, the food here sucks! I got the burnt ends plate. They were dry, cold, and hard, I swear I…read morethink they were from the weekend. The beans tasted like they poured them out of a can, and the mac & cheese was runny as could be. The only reason for one star is the girl behind the counter was pleasant. I would avoid this place like the plague. I literally tasted my food, and threw the entire $17 plate away and left.

Great food. Just pricey. Understandable in this economy though. It is better than the alternative…read moresince they are priced about the same .

Flavorless. Everything tastes boiled unless you drown it in sauce. Mac & cheese was overcooked…read moreand mushy. We won't be back.

Dang good! Best food in Franklin and the staff is always top notch. I really hate for this place…read moreto be found by to many because I'm afraid it'll get crowed. But it's so good it really deserves a great review!!!!

Burger was great and a good value. Service was quick and easy. I would definitely eat here again.read more

I was craving a great BBQ. I by coincidence saw this place and stop. I am telling you it is the…read morebest ever. I ordered the beef and the ribs but they were so nice to also ad pulled pork because I was not able to decide. That was a great surprise for me, since they didn't even mention it to me at all. I had take out so I didn't see till I was ready to dig in. Also the cone cakes or flap cakes were amazing. Potato salad just hit the spot too. All went so well together. Every time I end up near it I will make sure I stop. I am hooked for absolutely everything I tried from this establishment. Thanks guys for a great experience.

The food quality is just not as good as the past. The barbecue chicken today at lunch was…read moreundercooked with a rubbery consistency and had a liquid smoke taste. The cornbread was dried falling apart. Last week we had to return drive thru bbq as it had a burned taste. We have never had problems over the years. Having that , the pulled pork is among the best barbecue anywhere.