Wanted to love. Hoped I'd love it. I didn't love it. Actually, I didn't even like it…read more Went in hungry around 2:00. It's a counter service joint; you walk up, order, and then someone runs the food to your table. First off, they asked for a point of service tip; that bugs me when I'm ordering my own food at the counter and fetching my own drinks. The menu is fairly standard for a southern BBA joint; brisket, pulled pork, ribs, turkey, chicken. I am generally suspicious of any place that offers chopped brisket. Brisket is meant to be sliced and enjoyed as a slab of meat, not as a pile of hash. So, the chopped brisket sandwich was out for me. I asked if the brisket platter would be served as slices, and they assured me it was, so I ordered brisket with two sides. They recommended the beans and the Mac 'n cheese, so that's what I went with. They also asked me if I wanted the meat lean, marbled, or half and half; I took that as a good sign, and asked for marbled. They food came out in about 5 mins; just enough time for me to head to the soda fountain and fill my own cup. Maybe they should tip me? On the plus side, the portions were pretty large. I'm guessing that the served at least 6-8 ounces of brisket, and the individual sides were pretty large as well. On the other hand, whoever sliced the brisket simply didn't know what they were doing. They sliced it WITH the grain, producing slices full of stringy meat. Stringy meat that was hard to cut with the plastic cutlery provided. I find it hard to believe that anyone who regularly serves BBQ brisket doesn't know to cut the meat against the grain. The meat appeared to feature a nice bark; however, on further exploration, a) the bark was so tough that it couldn't be cut as all with the plastic cutlery, and b) when I tore into it with my fingers and ate a piece, it had no taste. Not even a basic Texas salt and pepper rub could be detected. A large portion of tasteless, poorly cut meat does no one any favors. The beans were a little underdone; IMHO, that's far better than mushy, overcooked beans. However, they, too, had no flavor. No spice, nada. The mac and cheese was shells in a white cheese sauce. Strike 3; zero flavor for the sauce. I don't know how you can make cheese sauce without flavor, but they managed to do so. I have never, ever thrown as much food away at a a BBQ joint than I did today. What a shame. Not recommended, not even a little bit. Try Martin's or Edley's; if you prefer a chain, Mission BBQ will do you much better than Hogwood.

A very good visit to Hogwood BBQ! This is in a little strip mall so parking out front is pretty…read moreeasy. Order at the counter, then find a seat. I went with the BBQ pulled pork sandwich, 2 sides: Slaw and the Potato Salad. They have white sauce available at the "drink station", otherwise traditional BBQ sauces on the table. Sandwich was great, I always put a bit of slaw on my BBQ and added some white sauce. It was delicious! Slaw is vinegar based and includes a bit of kale, it is fine. But the Rosemary Potato Salad was really good! Just a bit of bacon in there too to complete the flavors. Others enjoyed the Hatch Green Chili Grits which is a nice take on traditional grits. Staff was super friendly and as we sat around the table, they came over to our table after lunch asking if we wanted a mini Moon Pie to complete the meal! Of Course! Restaurant is neat and clean, good BBQ option and the sides make it!

We visited this family ran Tex Mex Fusion BBQ place for a Saturday lunch and it was Very Good. This…read moreis a small place tucked away in the heart of Brentwood and you might drive by it if you aren't looking for it. It's been there for years and it's been consistently good from my experiences there. They have a full bar and it gives me a Saloon type ambiance. The staff are friendly with good service and the food comes out quickly. They serve Apps, BBQ plates and Sandwiches, sides, Wings, Salads, Burgers, Tacos, Chicken Tenders, Stuffed Potatoes, Dessert and Kid's menu. Tex Mex items are Jambalaya, Tamales and Quesadilla. We got the sampler platter which has Brisket, Babyback Ribs, Pulled Pork, 2 Wings, 2 Diablos, 2 pieces of Toast and 3 Sides. This is enough for 2 people to share. We also got 1/2 order of the Legendary Nachos. The highlights for us are The Pulled Pork, is so Moist & Smokey and The Ribs are fall off the bone and tasty. The BBQ Beans and Mac & Cheese were also very good. It's worth checking out my friends.

Always the best BBQ food and the service is the bomb!! Fantastic people the create a perfect Friday…read morenight ambiance that we just love to enjoy!!!

Visited Edley's in Nolensville on a Monday night with my husband and three young kids. I've been to…read moreall of the Edley's locations around Nashville, but this one is by far the best for families, mostly because of the outdoor play area. Parking was super easy, and the woman at the counter was friendly and helpful. The bathrooms were clean, and the restaurant itself is spacious with plenty of tables and room to spread out, which is always appreciated when dining with little kids. My kids played outside while we waited for our food, but the food came out quickly. The kids' meals are some of the best values in town. One tip: the bun on the kids' cheeseburger is huge compared to the patty. I asked if they could add an extra patty, and they did for just $1. After removing some of the bun, it made for a much better burger and still kept the meal incredibly affordable. The spicy chicken tacos are also some of the best tacos in town. Our family of five ate for about $50. We usually buy Edley's gift cards at Costco, so our actual cost was closer to $40. It's refreshing to have a restaurant in Nashville that truly welcomes families while still serving great food. Highly recommend for anyone dining with kids.

There is always great service from the employees here. The ribs were…read more very good and tender with a nice pull. The brisket was on the dry side but tolerable.

I used to eat here often when I lived in this neighborhood, so it was nice to come back in with my…read morebook club members. It was lively the night we dined. It was a little hard to hear each other, so maybe not the best spot when you want to have conversations with a larger group. The interior gives local bar/pub vibes with all the wood. Everyone enjoyed their meals. There's free parking in the complex. Loved: service, chicken salad (colorful & filling)

I've been to this location several times over the years and the food and service are consistently…read moregood. The ambiance is casual and laid back. The staff are friendly and the food comes out in a timely manner. They serve Louisiana style, southern inspired comfort food. They offer Brunch on the weekends. They have a full bar and several uncovered tables outdoors. There is free parking around the restaurant. This is one of the few places in Brentwood that you can get Oysters. Along with that, they offer Apps, Gumbo, Salads, Platters, Sandwiches and Entrees and Brunchy drinks on the weekends. It's worth checking out.

Great dinner with the fam - walked right up to the counter to order. The staff were all very…read morehelpful and friendly. They were out of chicken by the time we got there but the brisket was great. Had beans and broccoli salad and mac and cheese for sides - everything was really good. Two of us split a brisket platter and one of us had a brisket sandwich. We'll be back next time we're in town! Plenty of seating, outdoor seating was available but it was a little chilly. Convenient parking lot next to the restaurant was a bonus!

We met some friends here for a late lunch and it was great. There are a few locations of this…read moreplace, so first off was to make sure we were meeting at the right one. The one by Belmont was a great description and they have a private parking lot next door that was crowded. It is an order at the counter and get a number to put at your table type of place. We found a high top that fit our party of 7. There were so many good options on the menu and I wish I was hungrier but it was an awkward time of day to eat. I ended up getting the wings and they were big! They were dry rubbed and had a smoky chalky taste that takes getting used to. What was better was the jalapeno sausage, which was so flavorful. The mac and cheese was great too as it was not too cheesy. We got refills on our drinks and were in and out in an hour.

If you're looking for some good BBQ with plenty of seating options, this is a great spot. You walk…read morein, place your order, and then choose where you want to sit, at the bar, a high-top table, a booth, or even out in the common area of The Factory. Our group decided to sit in the common area so everyone could grab food from different restaurants. After ordering, I told them where I'd be sitting, and they gave me a table number so they could bring the food right out. Easy and convenient! I ordered the Tri-Star platter, which came with pulled pork, brisket, and pulled chicken. All three meats were tender and flavorful. Don't be shy with the BBQ sauce, it really takes everything to the next level. The platter comes with two sides. I chose one vegetable, baked beans, and one fruit, banana pudding. For those not from the South, macaroni and cheese is considered a vegetable, and banana pudding is absolutely a fruit. That's just science around here! The meal also included cornbread and slaw, making for a hearty plate of food. Everything was very good, portions were generous, and the service was excellent. Overall, a great BBQ experience with tasty food, friendly service, and plenty of seating options. I'd definitely come back hungry!

We originally wanted to have Dinner at another restaurant located inside the Factory but we didn't…read morelike the looks of it so we ended up at Edley's & what a find it was. We ordered from the counter & got the Pork & Brisket w Mac & Cheese as well as the Turkey Platter w Mac & Cheese. To tell the truth we weren't really expecting a great meal from a restaurant sitting inside a mall but we were 100 percent wrong because what we got was likely the best BBQ we've ever had. Every item from the entrees down to the sides ( Cornbread & Mac & Cheese ) was absolutely fantastic not to mention the tandem of servers were very attentive & did an excellent job of taking care of us. One more bonus was for new customers they will give you a complimentary Banana Pudding for dessert which also was excellent. Lastly Edley's has some of the best BBQ sauce we've ever had, especially their Alabama Sauce so we bought some plastic bottles to take back with us. Next time we are in beautiful Franklin Tennessee we will certainly return for another great meal.

Food was exceptional. We were with a large group and their service was great! Sliced Brisket and…read morethe Strawberry cake were great.

Food, drinks, everything was amazing. Ribs were the best we have ever had. Pulled pork nachos were…read moredelicious as well.

Loved the meat is cut for you to amount you want but it was just ok. The turkey and brisket were a…read morebit dry but had nice flavor. The Mac and cheese had no cheese flavor and was very plain. The chips for chips and queso were stale. Nice place, reasonable price, several flies inside which was annoying while eating. It's cafeteria style but those working were very kind. Parking is street parking but free but you do have to locate a spot.

Good BBQ spot with a fun vibe and solid food. The ribs were tender and flavorful -- definitely the…read morehighlight. Brisket was a bit dry but had a nice crust and flavor. Pulled pork was tasty, especially with their BBQ sauces. Loved the hot bbq sauce (nice kick!) and the regular bbq sauce was super flavorful. Big fan of the free pickled onions, jalapeños, and pickles. Mac n cheese is a must every time. The baked beans and potato salad were just okay, could use more flavor. Awesome outdoor covered seating with big TVs -- perfect for watching football in the fall. Would definitely come back!