Your new home means a new neighborhood to explore. Each month, Onward brings you “Your New Favorite” – our team’s hand-selected places unique to Middle Tennessee that locals love.
This month, discover your new favorite BBQ joint serving up comfort food all summer long.
With locations in some of Nashville’s most iconic neighborhoods, Edley’s Bar-B-Que proudly serves communities across Middle Tennessee as a six-time winner of Best Barbecue in the Nashville Scene Readers’ Poll. Guests can order online, cater events or use the Edley’s Bar-B-Que app to earn rewards while enjoying classics like brisket, ribs, pulled pork, wings and more.
- Locations/Addresses:
- 12 South location: 2706 12 Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37204
- East Nashville location: 1004 Woodland Street, Nashville, TN 37206
- Sylvan Park location: 4500 Murphy Road, Nashville, TN 37209
- Donelson location: 2719 Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
- Nolensville location: 6025 Nolensville Road, Nashville, TN 37211
- Franklin – Berry Farms location: 501 Sara Avalyn Berry Lane, Franklin, TN 37064
- Franklin – The Factory location: 230 Franklin Road, Building C03, Franklin, TN 37064
Founded in 2006, Martin’s Bar-B-Que preserves and celebrates the craft of West Tennessee’s whole-hog BBQ tradition. What began as a single joint has grown to include locations across Middle Tennessee, Alabama, Kentucky and South Carolina, inviting guests to enjoy Southern classics and signature dishes, like their Redneck Tacos and BBQ Nachos. Martin’s slow-smokes their meat over local hickory wood for 22 to 24 hours, delivering bold and intentional flavors.
- Locations/Addresses:
- Midtown Nashville location: 2400 Elliston Place, Nashville, TN 37203
- Belmont/Hillsboro Village location: 3108 Belmont Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37212
- Downtown Nashville location: 410 4th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37201
Independently family-owned, Peg Leg Porker is an award-winning barbecue staple in Nashville founded in 2013 by Carey and Delaniah Bringle. The restaurant’s name is inspired by Carey Bringle’s personal journey and triumph over cancer at the age of 17 that resulted in the loss of his leg. Peg Leg Porker is known for smoking their meats fresh daily, crafting sides from scratch, and partnering with local bakeries for breads and desserts, bringing authenticity to every plate.
- Location: Nashville’s The Gulch neighborhood
- Address: 903 Gleaves Street, Nashville, TN 37203
Following the success of his first barbecue restaurant, Peg Leg Porker, Carey Bringle expanded his vision with the opening of Bringle’s Smoking Oasis, a playful location offering Southwest flavors. The menu is stocked with smoked brisket, ever-famous pulled pork, a Bringle version of beef ribs, and an array of homemade sides like Mexican Street corn, chorizo queso and Texas-style baked beans.
- Location: Nashville’s The Nations neighborhood
- Address: 4901 Centennial Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37209
In 2018, Nashville entrepreneur Ben Claybaker partnered with his longtime friend and fellow smoked meats enthusiast Shane Nasby to introduce a fresh, modern take to the local barbecue scene. The duo opened HoneyFire BBQ, a brick-and-mortar restaurant known for its award-winning barbecue, warm Southern hospitality and wraparound covered patios. True to the name, all sauces and rubs are honey-based and homemade.
- Locations/Addresses:
- Bellevue location: 8127 Sawyer Brown Road #304, Nashville, TN 37221
- Downtown Nashville location: 5055 Broadway Place, Level 2, South Stall 8, Nashville, TN 37203
After more than 25 years working with major restaurant groups, Charlie Eblen decided to chart his own course, launching Single Tree Wood Fire BBQ after the pandemic. Named after his grandfather’s farm, Single Tree Farm, the restaurant reflects personal history and a respect for quality food. Veteran-owned and -operated, Single Tree Wood Fire BBQ also offers catering services and prioritizes partnerships with local vendors and suppliers.
- Location: Murfreesboro
- Address: 2805 Old Fort Parkway, Murfreesboro, TN 37128
Founded in 1995 by John, Jerry and Teresa Robinson, Slick Pig BBQ grew out of a shared passion for barbecue discovered in Georgia. Wanting to bring that love home, John and his parents returned to Murfreesboro to share this love with Jerry’s hometown. Today, the restaurant offers comfortable dine-in seating, a welcoming patio and a separate carryout space known as The Pig Parlor. Guests may even be treated to live music when they visit.
- Location: Murfreesboro
- Address: 1920 East Main Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Founded in 2013, Kinfolks BBQ was built on the mission to create a place where families could gather and enjoy good ol’ fashioned soul food and BBQ. That dedication to comfort, tradition and flavor has earned Kinfolks multiple Ruthies Community Choice Awards, solidifying its place as a local favorite.
- Location: Smyrna
- Address: 1400 Logan Falls Lane, Smyrna, TN 37167
Most early mornings, you’ll find Boot Stompin’ BBQ pitmaster Bobbie trimming briskets, building layers of seasoning and firing up the smoker. With time, dedication and plenty of personality, Bobbie brings the true taste of Texas barbecue to Columbia. Meats are smoked fresh daily, and guests can enjoy the convenience of online ordering, quick pick-up and catering options for events of any size.
- Location: Columbia
- Address: 307 West 11th Street, Columbia, TN 38401
Denims Barbecue is dedicated to serving quality food at a great value in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Alongside their pulled pork barbecue and brisket, Denims offers roasted pulled turkey and classic homestyle sides, proudly serving the Spring Hill community since 2014.
- Location: Spring Hill
- Address: 5028 Spedale Court, Spring Hill, TN 37174
At Hogwood BBQ, the chefs hand-select quality ingredients and build bold flavors as open flames roast meats to perfection. From convenient online ordering and full-service catering to the Hogwood BBQ Trailer, a food truck available for on-site events, Hogwood makes it easy to enjoy barbecue wherever you are.
- Location: Cool Springs
- Address: 600A Frazier Drive #100, Franklin, TN 37067
Since 2002, Central BBQ has earned a reputation as the top destination for barbecue in Memphis, and they’ve since expanded their reach to Nashville, bringing Central BBQ’s renowned barbecue to even more fans. Using a blend of hickory and pecan woods paired with their signature dry rubs, Central BBQ crafts tender meats that have drawn both local and national attention.
- Location: Downtown Nashville
- Address: 408 11th Ave North, Nashville, TN 37203
Explore other local recommendations from our previous “Your New Favorite” blog posts.
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