Central BBQ

Posted on April 2, 2017 by Trevor Knight

Central BBQ -In addition to the Memphis standards ribs, pulled pork, pulled chicken, they offer items like BBQ Nacho’s, BBQ Turkey Sandwich and BBQ Bologna sandwich. This is the heart and soul of Memphis BBQ. There are lots of locations and I eat there once every other week. This is where locals eat BBQ for lunch and family Tuesday night dinners when work ran late and there’s nothing in the fridge. Its fast, its good and its not expensive. For a Memphian, eating Central is like New Englander grabbing Dunkin’ Donuts its just part of the routine. For More Info on Memphis BBQ click here to read the BBQ reviews.

Hog Wild BBQ Catering

Posted on March 26, 2017 by Trevor Knight

Hog Wild BBQ Catering – if you’re coordinating for an event and you want real Memphis BBQ delivered with no hassle. Ernie Mellor and Company at Hog Wild BBQ is the guy you want. A veteran of the Memphis World BBQ Championships since the mid 80’s, Ernie’s got a rig that he’ll haul to the middle of nowhere to serve you some of the best Memphis BBQ around. I’ve seen him at farms for the Opening Weekend of Dove Season in Arkansas to fine homes in central Memphis. He also caters non-BBQ for weddings and other events under the name A Moveable Feast.

Jim Neely’s Interstate BBQ

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Trevor Knight

Jim Neely’s Interstate Barbecue is a Memphis institution. The original location is situated off of I-55 near exit #7. When you walk in, you know you’ve got an original Memphis experience coming. I like to get the pulled pork plate with beef sausage links. Another winner is the BBQ Spaghetti. I always like to save room for either the pecan pie or sock it to me cake. If you’re looking for an original Memphis BBQ stop, this is a great one.

Local’s Choice: Pulled Pork and Pecan Pie

The Germantown Commissary

Posted on February 14, 2015 by Trevor Knight

#1 Germantown Commissary – If BBQ had a blue blood line, it would be Germantown Commissary. Simply referred to as The Commissary, this would have been the MLAL #1, but for two reasons. First, One and Only’s Banana Pudding has meringue on it. Second, I have to drive further to get to the Commissary.

This is absolutely top notch Memphis BBQ. My meal is usually the cheese and sausage plate, pulled pork sandwich with slaw, and of course, banana pudding for dessert.

Smokin’ D’s Pit Stop Bar-B-Que

Posted on February 10, 2015 by Trevor Knight

Smokin D’s Pit Stop Bar-B-Que – is a new BBQ joint in Millington on Highway 51. Their pulled pork and BBQ bologna were excellent. The price is right and the BBQ is very good. If you’re in the Millington area for a weekend, its a great stop. I’d highly recommend it. They also have a dollar menu of BBQ sliders and other great choices.

Elwood’s Shack

Posted on January 25, 2015 by Trevor Knight

Elwood’s Shack Let me start with a few observations. Yes, its in a Lowe’s parking lot. Yes, there is limited seating inside. We saw people in their Sunday best after church waiting for a table out in the sleet on a freezing day. If the movers and shakers of Memphis will wait in a Lowe’s parking lot in the freezing rain, then Elwood’s is clearly doing something right.

We took the family for Sunday brunch and had a wonderful Dixie Eggs Benedict (on a biscuit vice English muffin). Little Bit’s grilled cheese was a stout affair with a serious layer of cheddar and soft whole wheat bread–she was all over it, The Wife’s Avocado Turkey sandwich on a croissant was a great as well. This place has legendary brisket, a great smoked chicken Philly and the smoked turkey sandwich are great.

Oh by the way, their cinnamon rolls are a level up. It tastes like they’ve used honey as the sugar base for the glaze.

Locals Choice:

Breakfast:Dixie Benedict and Cinnamon rolls

Lunch: Chicken Philly or Brisket

One and Only BBQ

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Trevor Knight

#1 One and Only BBQ – MLL’s favorite place and a Memphis best kept secret. It has two locations, and its a relative unknown on the Memphis BBQ Scene. Everything is good. Its not a hit on Trip Advisor or Food Network, but when this local wants Memphis BBQ, its where I go. I’m not a rib guy, but these are the best I’ve ever had. My wife loves the pulled chicken. Sweet potato fries, baked potato salad, Memphis Style Brunswick Stew, etc. The Banana Pudding may be the best in Memphis that wasn’t made by someone’s grandmother.

Pig-N-Whistle

Posted on August 8, 2014 by Trevor Knight

Pig-N-Whistle: If you’re stuck at the Millington Naval Base, this is the best stuff around. Its the old Kerrville, TN train station and its got a great old country feel to it. Its off of Highway 51 and has a good solid menu from BBQ Nachos to BBQ Sandwiches. I’ve been to lots of Hail and Farewell’s there, and I still stop in if I’m out that way.

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