Got a hankering for barbecue?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top barbecue spots in Nashville, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to achieve your dreams.
1. Edley's Bar-b-que
Topping the list is Edley's Bar-B-Que. Located at 2706 12th Ave. South in Melrose, the cocktail bar and Southern spot, which offers barbecue and more, is the highest rated barbecue spot in Nashville, boasting four stars out of 843 reviews on Yelp.
Smoked chicken, turkey and pork platters as well as a variety of tacos line the menu at Edley's.
"The barbecue here is very good," said Yelper Michael G. "I got the pulled pork with a side of brisket. My sides were two orders of the mac and cheese. We also got the pulled pork nachos."
2. Martin's Bar-b-que Joint
Next up is Bellmont Hillsboro's Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint, situated at 3108 Belmont Blvd. With four stars out of 684 reviews on Yelp, the spot to score barbecue has proven to be a local favorite.
Ribs, sandwiches and wings rule the menu at Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint.
"Martin's is the place to go in terms of Nashville barbecue," said Yelper Nicolette T. "It is not a tourist trap, it is the real deal. If you're with a group, I recommend going with the sampler so that you can try a little bit of everything."
3. The Ridge Nashville
The Ridge Nashville, a traditional American spot that offers barbecue and more in Sylvan Park, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 79 Yelp reviews. Head over to 333 54th Ave. North to see for yourself.
The Ridge Nashville offers award-winning barbecue such as ribs, smoked bologna and pork tenderloin.
"We ate here for lunch and it was delicious," said Yelper Heather B. "My husband loved his ribs! They were meaty, juicy and perfectly smoked! The barbecue sauce was excellent too! I loved the hand breaded chicken strips."
4. G'z Bbq
Over in Eastwood, check out G'z Bbq, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 91 reviews on Yelp. You can find the spot to score barbecue and more at 925 Gallatin Road, Suite 101.
From pork to brisket to a turkey leg, G'z Bbq has all the barbecue dishes for you to enjoy.
"Amazing pulled pork," said Yelper Dave S. "I wanted brisket but the pulled pork sandwich was amongst the best I've ever had."
5. Drifters
Finally, there's Drifters, an East End favorite with four stars out of 247 reviews. Stop by 1008B Woodland St. to hit up the dive bar and Tex-Mex spot, which offers barbecue and more, next time the urge strikes.
The menu features brisket, pulled pork, pulled chicken and smoked sausage, as well as other items.
"This place was super laid back," said Yelper Thomas B. "The barbecue fell off the bone and the side portions were big enough to not feel cheated and small enough to not take away from the best ribs I've had in a while."
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