Great BBQ with smoky flavor and generous portions. The brisket was tender, and the atmosphere was…read morecasual and lively. Definitely worth a visit!

I had Martin's not once but TWICE this week... back-to-back nights. Is there better barbecue in…read moreNashville? Maybe. But do you get better, more centrally located, with ease of access? Absolutely not. The place is very easy going and all of the staff is super helpful and knowledgeable - especially when guiding you to a meal that balances what you want without totally over ordering (although that can't help me). Then you circle around to the food itself... the smoke on the meats is perfectly balanced with the natural flavor of the meat with the seasoning. The meats are also WET and JUICY in the best way and what you wanted to be fatty was the right level of fatty. My favorite is probably the ribs, followed by the wings with the Alabama white, and then a close tie for third but the big bologna takes the cake. GO TO MARTINS IF YOU WANT GOOD BBQ! And then go again the next night.

Ribs were solid…read more Pulled pork - nothing special Mac and cheese - really good flavor, a touch watery? Baked beans - solid Potato salad - I'd get it again Coleslaw - mid Pork rinds - I'd get them again, kids loved them. Pimento cheese - decent but not super special. Great spot for bbq but was expecting really amazing as the "best bbq in Nashville " and it was just "pretty solid" spot, I'll still give it a 5 stars though. If I came back I'd buy a full rack of ribs with baked beans, potato salad and Mac.

Continuing my journey to find the best BBQ outside of Texas, my recent stop brought me to Peg Leg…read morePorker in Nashville. This place kept coming up as one of the better places in town, so my friends and I showed up on a Friday night for dinner. We took an Uber in, but they do have a paid lot where parking is free the first hour. You also have street parking in the area. The place looks big on the outside, but half of the space is a spacious outdoor patio. Inside is a bit small and cramped, but people eat and go. They have a full bar as you walk in and on the other side is where you order. Customer service was good and the staff was very helpful helping us decide what was best to get. They have a full bar with a nice selection of bourbon and whiskey and a pretty impressive lineup of local tap beers. When you go to other cities, you should definitely research what the local specialties are in order to give it a fair chance. Nashville BBQ is completely different from Texas BBQ. Nashville is more pork ribs and dry rub centric whereas Texas is all about the beef. Peg Leg is known for their competition style ribs. They have lots of awards and trophies showcasing their dominance in that category. They smoke their meats daily and make from scratch sides. Their menu isn't huge. You have a variety of appetizers and entrees mainly focused around chicken or pork of some sort. If you come looking for some beef, you ain't gonna find it here. We went straight to real food and skipped on apps. My friend and I decided to share a rack of ribs and two sides. The food was ready after a little wait. First impressions just from looking at it, I knew we were in for a treat. They were heavily seasoned and I expected a salty bite, but their mix of spicy was just right. The ribs itself fell right off the bone. They have sauces on the side which were pretty good. Dry rub was good on it's own though. For our sides, we got potato salad and baked beans. I liked the beans a lot, but the taters were just ok. We also got some banana pudding to get a little something sweet. It was mid at best. It didn't really have a pronounced banana flavor. Overall, this was a good BBQ outing. Does it beat Texas BBQ? I don't think it's quite there, but it's great BBQ nonetheless. I'd return if in the area.

This seems to be the new tourist shopping section of Nashville. And Edley's is a great option for a…read moremid-shopping lunch. The prices are on par with BBQ anywhere. I had the brisket and pork tacos, both delicious. The brisket taco was especially delicious. It's fast-casual. You order at the front and they give you a number. Service was ok, not much table service, but that's perfectly fine for a lunch vibe. I'd stop by here again if I was in the neighborhood.

Nashville may quietly be an underrated barbecue mecca. You've got the Jack Cawthon's legendary…read moreJack's Bar-B-Que, pitmaster Carey Bringle's incomparable Bringle's Smokin' Oasis, and then you have Edley's. For the longest time, Bringle's was my absolute favorite in town, but Edley's may have just managed to take the crown. I almost feel like I'm cheating on Mr. Bringle by saying that, but as he famously put it, "You don't have to hate somebody else's barbecue to like mine." My default order at any top-tier joint is either a brisket plate or a multi-meat combo platter with brisket as the anchor. Edley's plates come properly equipped with two sides and a slice of cornbread. Where they really set themselves apart, though, is the menu flexibility: -The Add-Ons: You can throw on a $5 upcharge to add an extra 3 oz of meat or a jalapeño cheddar smoked sausage. -Burnt Ends: Edley's offers burnt ends, which is a bit of a rarity in town and something you don't easily find over at Jack's or Bringle's. If they're available when you order, grab them. Price-wise, Edley's isn't cheap, but it's far from overly expensive. It sits at fair market value, costing roughly what you'd pay for a comparable meal at any of the other major players in Nashville. The meats are high quality, wonderfully smoked, and packed with deep flavor. Beyond the rare burnt ends, the sauces here are what truly elevate the meal. Across the board, Edley's house sauces--from their classic red to their white sauce--are probably my personal favorites in the city. Between Jack's, Bringle's Smokin' Oasis, and Edley's, you genuinely cannot go wrong--Nashville barbecue is in great hands. But right now? Edley's holds my top spot. It is my ultimate "treat yourself" meal in town.

Super cute pink building, can't miss it!…read more Was looking for something unique to try while visiting Nashville and my host recommended this spot. The ambiance is friendly and welcoming, they attend to you very well! And now for the food, I am so glad I came here to try food!!! I had the dumplings and the brisket curry bowl... both so delicious and fun fusion takes on traditional Asian and American bbq!!! I wish we had this back home in CA. I am a big fan!!!

On a quick visit to Nashville i was looking for something unique to try - and boy did i find it!…read morePlaced a phone order about 30 min prior to close for pickup (i know, i know) and it was ready in excellent time + the staff were super kind. I ordered the Pulled Pork Panang Curry and it was so flavorful + the amount of pork provided with the meal was surprising (in the best way!). I can understand how the restaurant is so popular, i can only hope they make their way to SoCal one day! Will be stopping by again in my next visit. Also the pink house/restaurant is fantastic, i only wish i got to see it during the day!

Good smoky flavor. Ribs were good with a nice bark on them. Brisket was a little fatty but those…read morethat like it that way it was very good. I prefer it that way, but it was a little much for me even. Served kind of like a cafeteria where you come in you pick sides then meant. the prices are per quarter pound which adds up a little bit my plate right there cost me $56. I get why prices are high but was a bit much for how much food. Food was great though can't take that away. Would come back for sure.

Loved the meat is cut for you to amount you want but it was just ok. The turkey and brisket were a…read morebit dry but had nice flavor. The Mac and cheese had no cheese flavor and was very plain. The chips for chips and queso were stale. Nice place, reasonable price, several flies inside which was annoying while eating. It's cafeteria style but those working were very kind. Parking is street parking but free but you do have to locate a spot.

food was good overpriced and the service was lackluster no customer service just "what you want"read more

I found myself over at Bellevue for dinner, 2 hours before my hockey game. I wanted quality food…read morebut not super carb heavy but also not something that could potentially wreck my stomach. After all, can you imagine having digestive problems while playing hockey? I love barbecue so I thought I'd try this place. I walked in and it wasn't at all busy at 5:32. However when I finished my order, the line was out the door. I asked the cashier what was good and the manager (maybe owner) walked over and I asked him. I wanted ribs or brisket, but needed a 2nd opinion. He said he would choose brisket because theirs is USDA Prime and he would put it against any other barbecue restaurant in Tennessee. Those are some bold words. So I ordered the brisket platter (fatty portion) with green beans and cinnamon baked apples. What I received was 3 good sized portions (1/2 pound) of fatty brisket. The meat was tender, melt in your mouth without an overbearing amount of fat clumped together. The bark was salty and very peppery. It was actually good enough to eat without a sauce. Speaking of, there was only one sauce on the table, so I used that. It was a sweet sauce, definitely honey-based but not overly sweet like other honey-based sauces I've had in the past. The thing is I love everything honey-related, so I would definitely buy this to take home. It was so good, I was scavenging for brisket fibers on my plate. So I praised the brisket but I think the shocker was the green beans. These were hands down, the best green beans I've ever had...ever. Salty, tender, peppery, with chunks of meat and fat, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. Who would have thought that a side could be that good? Last but not least, the Cinnamon Baked Apples. I love baked/fried apples. Something about the tart and sweetness brings me back every time. The apples were soft, but not mushy. I would have liked them to be a little more tender and more slices of apples. I think there was more sauce than apples but nevertheless, they were great. Overall I'm glad I visited Honeyfire for the first time. I'm here often (near Bellevue) so I'll definitely be coming back again and again.

Famous jacks bbq is located on broadway with lots of tarsty bbq treats from brisket to ribs n…read morechicken. The service is very friendly and welcoming. The restaurant has lots of seating upstairs. The food was very good and tasty. Most of the meats were juicy. The bbq packs were very delicious. We loved their sides.

Had a great visit 6/10. Deli style order at the counter…read morewith plenty of seating on the 1st and 2nd floor and patio on a Tuesday night. One of the only places that isn't playing music, which is great if you're looking to sit and talk before checking other bars out. Staff at the counter were friendly and efficient. GET THE RIBS!!! So so good, falls right off of the bone. Great portion for price. I'd probably skip the sausage next time but that's just personal preference.

This place put Nashville in my heart! Not only was the music amazing and the waitress such a great…read moreperson who was quick with drinks and food. The food was to die for! 10 years ago, we went to Nashville and stopped at this bar and we have the giant for patty burger, and we have been looking for ever since we could not remember the name of the bar and the one behold we will be able to find them on Yelp and figure out what they were the correct ones. 10/10 we will be back.

The Stillery is a solid choice if you're looking for a casual meal in Nashville. The atmosphere is…read morelively, with live music creating a fun environment without being too overbearing most of the time. It's a comfortable place to grab a bite whether you're with friends, family, or visiting the area. The food was well-prepared, came out in a reasonable amount of time, and the portions were satisfying. The menu offers a good variety, making it easy to find something that appeals to different tastes. The staff was friendly throughout the visit, checking in regularly and making sure everything was taken care of. Overall, The Stillery offers good food, good service, and a welcoming atmosphere. It's a dependable option if you're looking for a relaxed dining experience in Nashville.

Stopped here on our way out of town. We were in TN for just a couple days and hadn't had BBQ yet,…read morewhich needed to be resolved. Food was phenomenal. I had the brisket and rib combo platter with Mac & cheese, and grits casserole. Everything was terrific, I loved every bite. Service is up at the counter, and they give you a number and deliver to your table. Nice folks all around working here. They also do something I absolutely LOVE that most bbq places do not - ask if you want fatty or lean brisket. I have never been asked this before, I always have to ask for fatty brisket myself. Place inside looks how a bbq joint should - lots of wood, lots of TVs, and lots of tables. If you're heading out of town it's only like 8 minutes from the airport, perfect place to stop.

I gotta say.... I am way more impressed than I thought I would be when I first heard we were coming…read morehere. I am glad I was "brought" here because I may not have ever coon my own. I had heard of Edley's but had never seen one before. I do love BBQ so I am always down for some new versions of smoked meats I haven't tried. I might be a Nashville BBQ hater at heart, but I am trying to broaden my horizons and give people chances. This one is pretty damn good. I put them to the real test with a brisket plate on my first visit. They have better brisket than I can find in Memphis unfortunately. The trim was unique and I do not care for sauce on brisket (my fault for not reading), but this was some good BBQ. It's a typical setup for BBQ. You order at the counter, grab your drinks, find a table, and wait for the feast to arrive. They have all of the usual suspects. Brisket, pulled pork, ribs, burnt ends, turkey, and they have another menu with something they call "Nashville Style BBQ". I bet it's spicy, what ya wanna bet? I'll have to try that next time. I'll come back. I am curious now. I wonder if their sausage is any good. I guess I have to know now. See you next time, Edley's. '26 - 110

Visited Edley's in Nolensville on a Monday night with my husband and three young kids. I've been to…read moreall of the Edley's locations around Nashville, but this one is by far the best for families, mostly because of the outdoor play area. Parking was super easy, and the woman at the counter was friendly and helpful. The bathrooms were clean, and the restaurant itself is spacious with plenty of tables and room to spread out, which is always appreciated when dining with little kids. My kids played outside while we waited for our food, but the food came out quickly. The kids' meals are some of the best values in town. One tip: the bun on the kids' cheeseburger is huge compared to the patty. I asked if they could add an extra patty, and they did for just $1. After removing some of the bun, it made for a much better burger and still kept the meal incredibly affordable. The spicy chicken tacos are also some of the best tacos in town. Our family of five ate for about $50. We usually buy Edley's gift cards at Costco, so our actual cost was closer to $40. It's refreshing to have a restaurant in Nashville that truly welcomes families while still serving great food. Highly recommend for anyone dining with kids.

There is always great service from the employees here. The ribs were…read more very good and tender with a nice pull. The brisket was on the dry side but tolerable.