This place was highly recommended during my online food research before our trip so it was a must-try for us. It is very busy with a constant line and pick up orders. The line moved quickly while we enjoyed our meal and there is great people watching in the large dining area. I had the Hen Plate (highly recommended) as my main item and it was delicious! Very Juicy and flavorful and I polished off the entire hen in one sitting! For my sides, I tried the BBQ Baked Beans and the BBQ Spaghetti (not a fan). Beans were good though. My wife had the pork sandwich which she enjoyed. I tried it and liked it as well. I found the prices reasonable and this place has a lot of character and is well run. I recommend trying Cozy Corner when in the Memphis area. read more

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This restaurant has a bit of a throwback vibe with no frills. PROS: get a good amount of business, lots of seating, organized staff, good r&b music, lots of parking, sufficient amount of sliced beef on sandwich, good hot fries and their prices are very good/affordable. CONS: thin bbq sauce & their "hot" bbq sauce is not hot at all, potato salad-average, nothing special read more

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Overall, this places has a lot of pros with few cons: 1. Food is really good! Ribs were tasty and tender. However, I was not a fan of most of the sides, such as the BBQ spaghetti. 2. You get a lot of food at a good price, so I found the value incomparable. 3. Online ordering is available and efficient, which is a great convenience and always a plus for me. 3. This wasn't a deterrent for me, but the restaurant size and location may be a downside if you want to sit inside and enjoy. read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - Rib tips - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Doc enjoyed her 6 slabs. Hubs had 2 slabs, Cole slaw and corn on the cob. I had the three wings cuz that was the smallest plate, Cole slaw and bbq spaghetti. They also got me a sweet tea I wanted to try and split 3 different kinds of cake squares. It was a good choice for lunch in Memphis. Now on to Nashville. read more

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I see why this spot is popular. My chicken was a lil cold but I could taste the season and smoke. My ribs were saucy, tender and well seasoned. I enjoyed the bbq spaghetti as a side and my peach cobbler slapped. If I'm ever in Memphis I'll probably stop by. read more

I'm continuing to taste what the people are raving about and this place is legit, especially compared to the bbq I had before this one. Ok, I don't like bologna, but I had to try this because, who does this?!? Bbq'ing a chunk of bologna...man this was so delicious. Along the other lines of who does this...bbq spaghetti? I'm from Texas, and we don't. This was also decent. Lastly, my coleslaw was good, I'm trying to figure out what I'm tasting in here, but cannot pin it, very good. Ok, so hubby got the 2 n 2, and I hijacked his fries, cuz they were super fresh & tasty. His meat was very good, the smoke was A1. Dining room staff-cool! Overall, 10 all day!! read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - Bologna, spaghetti, coleslaw - all good! - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Easy ordering process and the place has a very organized way of getting your order with a shout of your name at the end. Sauce is really good on both the ribs and chicken that I had. However, the food temperature was slightly off meaning warm and not hot. There's plenty of space in the facility to sit and enjoy your food. Restrooms are quite tiny. This is definitely a Memphis staple where also a new dessert spot opened across the street for after. Table guys are the best with customer service too! read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - 3 piece piece wings BBQ Spaghetti Cole Slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Very good barbecue and tasty sides. I also got the Cornish game hen, I was not a huge fan of that, but everything else, ribs, brisket, fried bologna sandwich, were very good. read more

A real Memphis experience! Enjoyed being around local diners. The BBQ was excellent, well priced and plenty. Highly recommend! read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - Rib tips & ribs! - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Could this be the coziest corner in the entire South? I wouldn't be surprised. The best ribs, addictive sweet tea, and attentive service make this spot a must eat. I ordered multiple things including the potato salad, bbq spaghetti, ribs, and rib tips. Everything is well made, but nothing else holds a candle to the ribs. Don't worry about what else you order as long as they're included. The ribs are completely tender but maintain a satisfying chew. They are also seasoned and sauced with evident smokiness. In addition to great food, every employee was dedicated to great service. We never went more than 5 minutes without someone checking in us - at a counter service restaurant! It's a very informal space, but couldn't be more welcoming. read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - Rib platter - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Best bbq I've ever had!!! Everything is super delicious and huge portions. We got the ribs and some pork chops. Super delicious

1st timer here I've heard so many good things about Cozy Corner that my family and I decided to try the experience. When I tell you all three of us kept our head down the whole meal and desert; yep that's how much we enjoyed the whole experience. We had one hang up and I know restaurants these days have to cook with light season and that's what the barbecue spaghetti tasted like slightly bland other than that everything else was delish. The dining room attendant was awesome not only was the area clean he was attentive to our needs as well beautiful experience. read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

We went to the cozy corner while in Memphis on a trip. The staff was super nice. We got the 2 bone rib plate with bbq beans and potato salad and the beef bbq nachos. I love some ribs and I thought these were done really well. I thought both sides were good too! The bbq beef nachos could have used some bbq sauce which we did add and I thought they turned out pretty decent. We both got tea and it was definitely sweetened to my liking! My only note was the floor was a bit sticky where we sat but overall a pretty solid meal if you are in the area. 4/5 read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - 2 rib plate with bbq beans and potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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I took my time coming here since I moved to Memphis because some of the places that get all of the Good Press and Reviews are not worth the hype, in my opinion. Boy was I wrong about this place! I can't believe it took me this long to try this delicious food. First of all this place has been here since the 1970's and is a Memphis Staple. In 2020 Desiree Robinson the Co Founder and Pit Master was inducted into the Barbecue Hall of Fame and was the First Black Female to be honored. The restaurant is not fancy, just good food with plenty of seating if you care to dine in. They had an Oxtail Special the day I stopped in along with the usual barbecue offerings and desserts. It was hard to decide what to try, I really wanted to order the Cornish Hen but settled on Rib Plate and a Rib Tip plate with Barbecue Spaghetti, slaw, baked beans and fries. It smelled so good driving back home I almost pulled over on the side of the road. Anyhow I made it home and plated my food and words can't describe how good it was. It's not too smoky or too sweet, no burnt taste, the season blend is not overpowering the meat. It's cooked to perfection even the tips were delicious and you can tell a lot of care went into everything I had. I even enjoyed the barbecue spaghetti! This is Top Notch Barbecue and deserves every award and honor bestowed upon them! I really want to go get some right now!! I almost forgot to mention the season blend was very unique,I'm not sure what's in it but it's special. I did order the ribs without sauce so I could taste the meat. Go get you some! read more

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Yes, there's a long wait, yes, the tables are sticky, yes, you get your food in to go containers, but this is all part of the charm here. I normally don't like spare ribs so much (I prefer baby backs) but maybe I just haven't had them right because these were absolutely exceptional. Plenty of free parking and you can see the smoke and smell the aroma as you drive up. Only odd thing is I ordered BBQ spaghetti and slaw as sides and the lady repeated it to me, but I ended up with beans and slaw. What did I tip for? read more

Great local dive for amazing ribs! Best I've ever had and I smoke some great ribs myself. Friendly staff and patrons the day I was there.

Still the best ribs in town, IMHO. Been consistent for the almost 40 years I've been going.

If you like sauce and a sometime feel - Cozy Corner is the place to go! I came with a group of people at around 11:30am to snag a large table. You order at the front and they will call your name when it's ready. I got the 2 ribs and 2 wings plate with medium sauce. The sauce has just enough zing to it. It was enough for a great lunch meal. I definitely want to try the burnt ends next time. Caramel cake is super good too! Overall, service was quick and gave me a homey vibe. This wasn't my favorite bbq spot, but an experience to try! read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - 2 Ribs 1 Wings 2 Pieces Rib and 2 Pieces Wings Dinner Plate. - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

TL;DR: better than Rendezvous Came on a recommendation from the hotel staff and not disappointed Ordered: 2 ribs 2 wings (5/5): Cozy Corner lives up to the Memphis BBQ expectations. Can really taste the smoke and flavor in each bite. Tender ribs and juicy wings. Fries were good but the cole slaw was a little forgettable Come here. Skip Rendezvous. Cheers, Cozy Corner! read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Very disappointing experience here. I had high hopes. Service was pretty bad. Cashier was very rude. Wings were super dry. Ribs were overcooked, chewy. Didn't really enjoy anything I ordered. This is supposed to be the BBQ that rivals Texas?! Whew! @nickeatzworld on IG and TikTok read more

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One word. Delicious. The meat is tender and smoked to perfection. Could use a bit more meat on the sandwich but otherwise it was good! Service: Memphis finest Ambiance: super casual read more

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Have better customer service for call in. I was on hold for 15 minutes wait for someone To take my order. I drove from Southaven to C C and was still on hold. The employee had an attitude when I ask did she forget Sheehan the phone on hold. I am a regular at the restaurant. read more

Driving through Memphis we stopped for lunch around 2:00. They have a good variety of plates and sides not to mention the desserts. We enjoyed the 2 piece wings with 2 piece ribs with coleslaw & potato salad and a slice of sweet potato pie. Everything had great taste, the meat was falling off the bones of the wings. The sides were definitely made from scratch, the flavors & textures were perfect. The line moves fast so don't let that deter your decision to wait for a great plate of food. All the employees were busy working & preparing orders while we ate our lunch there. read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - 2 Pieces Rib and 2 Pieces Wings Dinner Plate withCole Slaw and potato salad. Sweet Potato Pie - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Don't pass this joint due to the facade. We would have, but went in because of other Yelpers reviews. Don't judge book by its cover. The ribs were fall off the bone with a zesty Memphis sauce. Very tasty meal. Give em a try. read more

If you're looking for real authentic, non-gimmicky, Memphis barbecue, this is the place. One thing I've learned is most of these flashy touristy barbecue places are all hype. I wish I could've ordered more and tried everything on the menu. But the items I was lucky enough to taste were excellent. The ribs and half chicken are covered in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce. At least that's the one that I ordered. With no heat. There are different heat levels depending on your preference. The sides taste homemade and definitely not something store-bought or frozen. The desserts are also a must before ending your meal. The caramel cake was a five out of five, and the banana pudding is addicting. All of the staff were super friendly and very accommodating. In conclusion, skip those fancy, trendy bbq spots and come to the real deal. read more

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When you hear Memphis, one food comes to mind - ribs. Of course I had to dine at one of the most talked spots in Memphis for ribs, Cozy Corner. I was at St Jude for work, and this spot happened to be right around the corner. Unlike many other restaurants, this one seemed like a very old joint from the outside architecture. But don't let that fool you - enter inside and you really get this old timey vibe. I knew I wanted ribs, but they have different rib size options, ranging from 2, 4, or 6 piece ribs. 4 ribs sounded like a sweet spot for me, and you get a choice of 2 sides (opted for bbq spaghetti and potato salad). Before even thinking about ribs, I was highly skeptical of the bbq spaghetti. But one bite completely changed my opinion! It's not bbq sauce doused on noodles, but instead a nice blend & ratio of bbq spices and sauce to pasta. I was pleasantly surprised! Now for the ribs - what can I say?! The bbq sauce was incredibly flavorful and the meat on the ribs just fell right off. Didn't require much chewing at all and I devoured that plate. I also got a dessert of banana pudding and it was a nice layer of whipped banana pudding with softened wafers - yum! The hype is worth it for this spot! read more

Amazing Rib Tips and Pork Shoulder! Their prices are the best in the city! My family has been visiting them for years.

Fast great fresh food and great service. Love the hot hot hot omelette. This place is one of the few that use fresh jalapeños instead of the spongy canned ones ... game changer for your omelette. I also substitute the cheddar jack cheese for fresh mozzarella makes the heat level perfect. My go to breakfast read more

The smoked ribs and wings tasted like my dad's. The staff were friendly. The sides were not good. We put the "BBQ" spaghetti in the trash. Tasted like they added paprika-laden dry rub. I asked if the cole slaw had pickles. "No." It does. Didn't like it. The fries tasted good, but had sweated so they weren't crispy. But who goes to a BBQ joint for sides? Go get the smoked meats! read more

I never review the same day. But this BBQ honey it is on point. Delicious can say it again absolutely delicious. Who made the ribs and potato salad come on now, the flavors are there and I refused to share with my husband. If I am in Memphis I am here-unassuming restaurant but leaving a lasting impression. read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - Ribs and potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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So freaking good. They put more of a focus on their food rather than decor, parking, and cashiers attitude. Ribs were so much better than Rendezvous, it's like night and day on how much better they were. Just be sure to ask for sauce on the side to get that true dry rub experience. read more

Visiting Memphis, and we were told to go here by two different distillery employees and a cop. It did not disappoint! Ordered ribs and rib tips and they were so juicy and tender. The greens,BBQ beans, and Mac and cheese were delicious! Not reflective of the restaurant, We have never tried BBq spaghetti before and did not care for it. Great local place! read more

I am from Los Angeles so my opinion may matter less to you, but damn these ribs were good. They were fall off the bone tender with a sweet kick from the sauce. If you prefer your ribs dry, this might not be the place for you. I got an extra wing just to try, which was good, but I would've rather had more ribs instead. For sides, I got the corn, BBQ spaghetti, and some fries I stole from a friend. The corn and fries were bomb. Definitely fries you keep ending up eating just one more of until you reach for another one, and they're already all gone. The BBQ spaghetti was alright in my opinion: a little sweet, a little salty, BBQ sauce forward. For any tourists out there reading this, every local I asked said they've never had it in their life before lol, but it's fun to try regional specialties. The place is set up like a fast food place where you order at the counter, seat yourself, and they call your name. The service was very friendly for my visit. The counter staff was helpful explaining things, and when they called my name and realized we had a lot of dishes to take back for a party of 5, they carried our food to our table for us and brought condiments and utensils and stuff for us. The parking lot and dining room are large, so you probably don't have to worry too much about not being able to snag a space even when it's busy. read more

This restaurant has been in business for almost 50 yrs, and the brick and mortar reflect this fact. The restaurant was not difficult to find, per Google maps. The ribs tasted average, and did not give bragging rights to the restaurant. The sliced bread was fresh, and the potato salad did not taste like it was homemade. Also, the coleslaw was mushy. I've eaten better ribs in Memphis, but I may return again in the future to order a different meal. read more

Food was amazing it was very tender and delicious I'd be back here in a heartbeat. 100%

I have lived in Memphis basically my entire life and never heard of this place until Mr Chimetime from IG came to Memphis. He stopped by here and raved about it, so I had to come give it a try next time I came home. I arrived here and they had a nice lil crowd on the inside I knew the food was going to be good. I ordered the 2 wing 2 rib plate with fries and baked beans. I also got extra ribs. I also grabbed a plate for my love and he got the same thing but with the BBQ spaghetti and baked beans. The ribs were nice and meaty. Very well seasoned. Same for the chicken it had a nice Smokey flavor. Then baked beans were bomb! I like the fact that they give you a slice a bread. I didn't try the bbq spaghetti but I was told it wasn't that good. They were nice and friendly at the counter they even show you your food before walking out to make sure everything looks right which I appreciate. I'll be adding this place to my stops for BBQ when I come home. I'm glad I found this gem. read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - 2 Pieces Rib and 2 Pieces Wings Dinner Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Great food , pretty quick service, and busy for a reason. The four bone ribs and two sides were amazing. Friendly ppl. read more

Stopped in for lunch because I heard it was the authentic spot in Memphis. You order at the counter and grab your food when they call your name. I ordered the 4 bone ribs and pork sandwich with slaw and baked beans as the sides. The ribs were great. Very tender, and truly fall-off-the-bone ribs. I did get it spicy but I really couldn't taste much spiciness. The plates come with two slices of white bread (which is common for most barbecue joints). The pork sandwich was also tasty. The meat wasn't shredded or pulled but in slices. Probably about the thickness of two slices of lunch meat. My lunch was $21. If you want good barbecue, this is the place. read more

Bob the owner is rude and I probably won't ever eat there again. The ribs were cold and taste like they were old from being cooked previous days. This place has gone to the all time low. $20 for cold ribs and the owners dont care. The old man who passed away his daughter is a disgusting person and so is Bob. The older lady who use to sit in the lobby was decent but I never see her! Bains Bbq is a better choice! You loss an old time customer here! read more

Food was good and the service was fast. Great for dine in or takeout. I recommend the wings ribs and baked beans. I do not recommend the bbq spaghetti read more

Cozy Corner Restaurant - 2 Pieces Rib and 2 Pieces Wings Dinner Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee