The Bar-B-Q Shop
BBQ Joint$$$$
Idlewild-East End Historic, Memphis
Go here. Experience the barbecue. It's worth it.
"BBQ spaghetti ftw! Definitely the only BBQ place I go to in Memphis"(15 Tips)
"Best BBQ in Memphis....hands down!!!"(5 Tips)
"The pulled pork sandwich on Texas toast is the way to go."(5 Tips)
"Try the Pulled Pork in Texas Toast - I had my toast in the side."(19 Tips)
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Joseph DavisApril 17, 2011The best BBQ sandwiches, ribs and rib tips in Memphis. Get the BBQ sandwich on Texas toast with the cole slaw or you're not getting it right! Their beans and cole slaw are so good on their own and I'vUpvote6Downvote
Ricky SherrillMay 24, 2016Forget the places that the tourists go. This spot had some of the best BBQ I have had in a long time. Get the "shop special" & a rip tip sandwich for the full experience.Upvote2Downvote- JamesJanuary 4, 2015One of the places in Memphis to experience world class BBQ. The pulled pork sandwich on Texas toast is the way to go. The ribs are also amazing!Upvote3Downvote
Jeremy FisherApril 18, 2016Half glazed (not wet) and half dry ribs, BBQ spaghetti, pig sandwich, surprisingly good potato salad, great sauce
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Thomas KieferApril 21, 2015Love the pulled pork dinner. The bbq spaghetti is a hit or miss for most, but you still have to try it at least once. I recommend mixing it with some pulled pork.UpvoteDownvote
Brandi BruceAugust 15, 2019Great bbq. The bbq lasagna is a must.really enjoyed their pulled pork. Which their chicken was a little different but even then it was good!UpvoteDownvote
Libby HarrisonJuly 13, 2015We had the ribs, shoulder sandwich and the beef brisket just under 1 hour ago. The sauce is mouth watering. DELICIOUS, DELICIOUS, and more DELICIOUS!!!!!!UpvoteDownvote
Michael WheelerSeptember 9, 2015Fantastic BBQ with not just regular buns but also the choice of Texas Toast. Try the BBQ Spaghetti too if you want something new.UpvoteDownvote
Serious EatsJuly 7, 2014The dry vs wet ribs debate is one that has split this city long before I was born and will continue long after I'm gone. I prefer to not take sides so I get my full rack of ribs served half and half.Upvote1Downvote
Nicha G.June 14, 2015Order the BBQ platter so you get a little bit of everything. Spaghetti pulled pork is to die for.
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Bill CrawfordJune 21, 2016One of the top 2 bbq pork sandwiches in Memphis! Ribs and bbq spaghetti are awesome as well You can't go wrong eating here.UpvoteDownvote- Jim AndersonAugust 19, 2015Try the Ribs - Awesome! Best Q of my trip! Thanks to AFP Memphis for giving me what I need. (Best BBQ in Memphis.) LOVE this! (via @Foodspotting)UpvoteDownvote
Best BBQ in Memphis. Glazed ribs are to die for. Make sure you ask for your pork pulled instead of chopped on a sandwich. And get Texas Toast, not a bun.Upvote2Downvote
Joe BrownJune 11, 2018I always order pulled pork on Texas toast, no slaw. Add some extra mild sauce, it is great. Wife does the same, but with beef brisket.UpvoteDownvote- Fodor's TravelJuly 12, 2018Their barbecue veggie burger has converted meat lovers to the green side on more than one occasion—don’t knock it till you try it. Read moreUpvoteDownvote
Jonathan SmithJune 8, 2018Great place with awesome BBQ but be sure to leave room for home made desserts, like Red Velvet cake!!!!UpvoteDownvote
Allen ArcadeJune 7, 2012The platter is a great way to sample a little of everything. The pulled pork spaghetti and the meat fest is fantastic. Do not get any chicken here!!!
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Patrick BaskinMay 12, 2015Dry ribs are tender and delicious + that Texas toast is mmm mmm good! Potato salad and cole slaw leaves some to be desiredUpvoteDownvote- J.J. NixApril 25, 2017Dynamite spot. Ribs were wonderful just right. Coleslaw delicious and great atmosphere. Highly recommendUpvoteDownvote
- Jim AndersonAugust 20, 2015Try the Pulled Pork in Texas Toast - I had my toast in the side. Pulled pork at the BBQ Shop in Memphis. (via @Foodspotting)Upvote1Downvote
Tiffany LangstonFebruary 12, 2016Among the top BBQ restaurants in town. You can get your sandwiches on Texas toast (do it!)UpvoteDownvote
BramduffMay 26, 2014Being from out of town, the idea of BBQ spaghetti is definately new to me. So glad I tried it. It is delicious.UpvoteDownvote
Matt WienApril 19, 2016Dry or wet. You cant go wrong with the ribs! You will be licking the bare bones!
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The bbq spaghetti is good but very rich. It's not for everyone. Need to give it at least one try - you can order it as a side.UpvoteDownvote
There is a lot of great BBQ in Memphis, and this just might be my favorite.UpvoteDownvote
Unique LJune 8, 2022I like the rib meat. I don’t really like their bbq sauce though. It’s orange.. Overall the food was ok. It was bland. The sweet tea and Texas toast were the best part.
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Cecile PhanAugust 20, 2012Try the pork sandwich - ask for it pulled or not it will come chopped. Extra .25 for pulled. Delish!!
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Lisa WMay 13, 2012Get the platter with everything and split it with a friend. Damn good ribs and pulled pork. Not a fan of the BBQ spaghetti, sorry Memphis!Upvote1Downvote
Jack CrosbyDecember 31, 2019Got the bbq sandwich with Texas toast. Very good pulled pork and the sauce is divine👌UpvoteDownvote- Paul LuningApril 20, 2019Pork sandwich on Texas toast very tasty. Good size meal with beans and slaw.UpvoteDownvote
G SmithMarch 29, 2014Sausage, bologna and cheese plate is ridiculously good. Ribs best in Memphis. Sauce is too.Upvote2Downvote
Satyen VoraJune 6, 2013Fn A. Brisket sandwich is the best. Spicy sauce is the way to go. Well done, crew.UpvoteDownvote
Nils HafnerNovember 8, 2015Best BBQ in Town. Go for the ribs with slaw! Great Homemade food.UpvoteDownvote
Matthew CarrollFebruary 16, 2013Decent BBQ, the sauce isn't quite my style, prefer Central to this place, but its worth a try. Avoid the spaghetti, and the beans and slaw were also so-so. Try the pulled sandwich and the ribs.UpvoteDownvote
Eric HerrenOctober 21, 2015BBQ sandwich is really good, along with the ribs. Get sweet tea to drink!UpvoteDownvote
RobertFebruary 15, 2016Pulled pork is best in the city. My wife likes the bbq bologna.Upvote1Downvote
Two words: rib tips. With either sauce, the tips are amazing. A lot of people outside of Memphis don't know about tips, so make sure you try them here.Upvote1Downvote
DowntownGranJuly 25, 2013Our server needs to learn how to not only smile but a pleasant attitude would definitely help her tip-wise.UpvoteDownvote
Stan HMarch 26, 2013The ribs were better than good. If I lived in Memphis I would be back!UpvoteDownvote
Claire LunaApril 12, 2013Glazed ribs and pulled pork combo. Don't debate it. Order it.Upvote1Downvote
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