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    Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

    4.1 (3.7k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    MARTIN'S BAR-B-QUE JOINT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Brisket sandwich with hush puppies and beans
    Jennifer C.

    Came on a weekday for lunch. It's a flew blocks away from Broadway. The space itself is pretty big and we didn't have any trouble getting a seat even though it was busy. You order at the counter and they bring your food out to you. Got the brisket sandwich with a side of hush puppies and added an extra side of beans. The brisket was really tender and well seasoned. The beans were a bit on the sweet side for me but I did like that they had chunks of meat in it. The hush puppies are still amazing. Perfectly fried and not too heavy. Also not sweet at all which I really liked. It also has an onion forward flavor that I liked. I will say it's a bit pricey with my meal with tax and tip ended up being close to $30.

    Colette C.

    The location is conveniently downtown Nashville. There are several paid parking options nearby and even in front. The decor was good. It was a fun environment. There was a greeter upon entering and existing which was nice as he was very upbeat and smiling. We came in for a little snack before heading to bed and decided on the nachos. The slaw was warm and the meat was not hot. I added a little bbq sauce and it was a decent nacho.

    KC C.

    This bbq place was packed and people were definitely enjoying their drinks and delicious bbq. I shared the bbq platter and it was more than enough to share. Flavors were on point and the bbq sauce was perrrrfect. So perfect I had to go and ask for extra bbq sauce. Yes that good! Meat was tender and juicy. You'll just have to try it. Definitely put you in a good coma if you're having it all to yourself. Plenty of seating and a bar in the back of the restaurant.

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    Jacobia D.

    Love Martin's BBQ! They are consistent with the food, service and ambiance wherever you go. This location has two large bars and lots of space for group dining. It's conveniently located downtown but in an area that's not so crowded. The service was fast and the bbq is really good. The sandwich, beverage and side is about $20 which is fairly priced.

    Ria S.

    Recommended by a couple of our local Lyft drivers in Nashville. The line was out the door! Huge restaurant and has ample seatings for large groups. I tried their brisket plate and it came with fries and coleslaw. I thought it was pretty decent and I rate it a 4 star. The BBQ sauce was tasty and had a great flavor. I wish I was able to go back and try it again. Maybe next time. I opted for their sweet tea because you just have to! Goes well with Southern food. Service was great. Such nice people!

    Monica W.

    First time in Nashville and we were recommended to try this spot out for some good southern BBQ and hospitality... and let me tell you, Martin's did NOT disappoint! My husband and I came here excited to try some authentic Tennessee BBQ and everything was honestly so good. I got the brisket with baked beans and mac & cheese, while my husband got the chicken with green beans and baked beans. First off... the brisket was SO tender and juicy. It paired perfectly with the BBQ sauce and those baked beans? OH MY GOD. The baked beans were seriously the star of the meal for me.. sweet, smoky, flavorful, and completely addicting. I could've eaten a whole bowl by myself The mac & cheese was also creamy and delicious, just solid comfort food all around. My husband loved his chicken too. Super juicy, flavorful, and not dry at all which is always a win with BBQ chicken. I also tried the Tennessee Sour and let me just say... they do not play around with drinks out here It was really good, but one more and I probably would've been done for the night lol. The hospitality here was amazing. Everyone was so kind, welcoming, and helpful which made the experience even better. Definitely a spot we'd come back to anytime we're in Nashville again. Thank you for such a great first BBQ experience in Tennessee! :)

    Baby back ribs
    Clarence A.

    Came to sample their BBQ, here is everything I sampled and how everything faired Got the custom combo plate with brisket and catfish filets, coworker got the baby back ribs with side of fries and mac and cheese got to sample the rib it was tender but that outside rub was a bit much, had to drench it in sauce to pass the rub taste Also sample the brisket - tender, juicy, fall apart when you touch it, yeah order this and dip it in their sauce or have it plain definitely I would order this again Catfish filets - piping hot, sinfully delicious, slight crunch on that bite, seasoned well that tartar dip makes it even better. Order this Cornbread hoecake - hard pass it was similar to an unflavored pancake you thing with the name cornbread it would be slightly sweet sadly no Broccoli salad - i asked the waitress which should I get potato or broccoli salad she said try the broccoli, definitely another banger on their list of things to try, broccoli had a snap and was not over seasoned made just enough semi sweet sauce to make you finish the whole bowl I would come back for the brisket, broccoli salad and the catfish filets definitely Food **** that brisket is fire same as the catfish fillets and broccoli salad, *** baby back ribs were over seasoned * cornbread hoecake is a sadly not something I would sample again Price $$ Service ***** helpful, friendly Ambiance **** slight hue in color lights made everything look yellow when taking pictures, loud, energetic

    BBQ Nachos
    Ashlyn P.

    Yesss ma'am!! Now this is a fine establishment! I absolutely loved walking into the outdoor seating area and seeing all of the plants, and this cool industrial look. Super awesome! They also offer indoor seating that is air conditioned, which was great to see both options offered!! We ordered our food at a window and they gave an item number, & the food runner eventually found me where I chose to sat. The nachos were sooo delicious! If I could change anything, I would just suggest adding pickled red onions, because YUM! Hahaha. They had a vinegar based bbq sauce that was very watery, unlike anything I've seen before, yet it was INCREDIBLE! I actually loved it because it brought so much more flavor to the food, without feeling like it was too much. I honestly wish I could have bought some to take home! It's fair to say I will easily be back here when I visit again! You HAVE to give this place a try!!!

    look at the size of that chicken... $15 doesn't buy what it once did.
    Jöshua M.

    I dined at this Martin's BBQ after an interview. I parked close by and expected a memorable meal. I certainly got that, but in all of the wrong ways. I wanted something cheaper and lighter so I grabbed a chicken plate. At ~$15 pre-tax, it certainly isn't cheap. That said, that's the cost of doing business in Nashville these days. I was deeply disappointed by the portion size. Yes, smaller chicken often times tastes better because it likely is a bit more natural than the massive birds you sometimes find. I still really didn't like how the caloric content of my meal was almost exclusively from the sides. If portion size is small, flavor has to be big. Sadly, flavor was pretty mid. It wasn't bad, but it's nothing special. So, this was a deeply unsatisfying meal, but it wasn't bad. That's easily a 2- or 3-star meal. Why is it 1-star? Well, I have no choice but to give it 1 star because the greedy owner/proprietor/whomever the decision maker is decided not to validate parking. I had to pay an absurd $15 extra for parking due to this restaurant's disgusting greed. So now instead of paying $15 + tax + tip for a mid-at-best chicken meal, I paid over $30. It's frankly absurd to allow reckless greed to take hold when you operate in the same city as Jack Cawthon, Carey Bringle's establishments and Edley's BBQ. I'll pick one of those restaurants 10 of 10 times over giving the obnoxiously greedy Martin's BBQ another try.

    Leah M.

    We recently visited Nashville and had to stop by our favorite BBQ spot! This was our third visit, and every single time the experience has been amazing. We ordered the pulled pork sandwiches with fries and potato salad, along with the smoked wings. Everything was perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. You order at the register, grab a number, and seat yourself, which makes the process quick and easy. The portions are generous, and the food comes out fast. If you're in Nashville and craving great BBQ, this is definitely the place to go!

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    Terrance S.

    Great stop while in Nashville. Great staff, great hospitality, good food choices, and wonderful ambiance. Would definitely be back for another visit. Don't miss out on these Tennessee staples. Appreciate you guys having us.

    Spareribs and fries
    Stacy C.

    Fun place with a great atmosphere. Perfect place to enjoy a backyard style setting with friend or family. BBQ is good with Brisket taking top honors for me. Service is pretty much self serve but it fits the vibe perfectly.

    Nachos
    J T.

    Food was pretty good. The brisket burger was nice and tender with good flavor. Service was excellent. Nachos were pretty good as well. Coleslaw was different but good.

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    19 days ago

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

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    1 month ago

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

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    Ask the Community - Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

    Is this restaurant wheelchair accessible?

    Yes, they have a ramp right at the front entrance and an elevator to the outdoor deck area.

    Are you dog friendly?

    The outdoor patio was , but not inside

    UPDATE: Thanks all for the quick answers. Sitting at their bar now- mask free;)... (Original question: It says mask required. Is that just outdated?)

    No mask required.

    Is there a cover when a show is on? If so, how much?

    No cover, just a great show!

    On a Friday, what would be the best time for a group of 8 to get there and be able to sit outside?

    I'm not from TN, but i would assume the best time is before peak time/line starting build up. So i would say between 4-5 pm; not too early and not too late.

    Is the outdoor seating area dog friendly?

    No dogs are not allowed in the outdoor seating area

    Where is the best, closest free parking?

    You can park on third avenue on the street (one block up). There isn't a ton of spots but its free if you can find it. There is a $5 pay lot directly across the street on 4th

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    There are at least four Edley's locations. We ordered from the 12th avenue south location. Full…read moredisclosure, this was takeout for a large office group. I had the brisket tacos, which were flavorful, though a little dry. I am giving grace here because it was takeout and possibly was much more moist prior to transport. I did like how the toppings brightened things up: cheese, slaw, pico de Gallo, bean salad, and fried jalapeños. I also had the Nashville hot link, a smoked sausage with house made spicy pimento cheese and pickled jalapeños. It was indeed pleasantly spicy. We shared some fries, which were hot, crisp, and well seasoned. They also have ribs, wings, bbq nachos and fries, fried pickles, bbq chicken and turkey, various sandwiches and platters. They also offer Nashville's staple hot chicken in platter, sandwich, and taco form. Catfish is another option, in all the same varieties. Sides: cornbread, Mac & cheese, baked beans, green beans (in bone broth and bacon). Cold sides such as bean salad, potato salad, Cole slaw. They also have a couple desserts and salads available, as well as a kids menu. Very affordable, as we got meals for 15 people for only 230 dollars.

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    HoneyFire BBQ

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    4.3
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    11.0 mi
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    I found myself over at Bellevue for dinner, 2 hours before my hockey game. I wanted quality food…read morebut not super carb heavy but also not something that could potentially wreck my stomach. After all, can you imagine having digestive problems while playing hockey? I love barbecue so I thought I'd try this place. I walked in and it wasn't at all busy at 5:32. However when I finished my order, the line was out the door. I asked the cashier what was good and the manager (maybe owner) walked over and I asked him. I wanted ribs or brisket, but needed a 2nd opinion. He said he would choose brisket because theirs is USDA Prime and he would put it against any other barbecue restaurant in Tennessee. Those are some bold words. So I ordered the brisket platter (fatty portion) with green beans and cinnamon baked apples. What I received was 3 good sized portions (1/2 pound) of fatty brisket. The meat was tender, melt in your mouth without an overbearing amount of fat clumped together. The bark was salty and very peppery. It was actually good enough to eat without a sauce. Speaking of, there was only one sauce on the table, so I used that. It was a sweet sauce, definitely honey-based but not overly sweet like other honey-based sauces I've had in the past. The thing is I love everything honey-related, so I would definitely buy this to take home. It was so good, I was scavenging for brisket fibers on my plate. So I praised the brisket but I think the shocker was the green beans. These were hands down, the best green beans I've ever had...ever. Salty, tender, peppery, with chunks of meat and fat, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. Who would have thought that a side could be that good? Last but not least, the Cinnamon Baked Apples. I love baked/fried apples. Something about the tart and sweetness brings me back every time. The apples were soft, but not mushy. I would have liked them to be a little more tender and more slices of apples. I think there was more sauce than apples but nevertheless, they were great. Overall I'm glad I visited Honeyfire for the first time. I'm here often (near Bellevue) so I'll definitely be coming back again and again.

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    Edley's Bar-B-Que

    Edley's Bar-B-Que

    4.4
    (407 reviews)
    6.1 mi
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    Edleys is a Nashville staple if you want good bbq. It came highly recommended from a few locals and…read moreit did not disappoint! We ordered the family platter which was plenty for 4 adults. We had so much leftover! The cheesy grits casserole were a hit. I'm not a fan of grits but it was definitely a favorite. Brisket and ribs were so flavorful and delicious meat literally melted in our mouths. Everything was so delicious. We left with full belly's. Great ambience and service. Would definitely go back again.

    Honest take-out review: On vacation I tried SC/NC/GA/TN BBQ the brisket here is the winner! 5/5…read moregreat sides too! Tap in below: Whether dining in, or taking out, this location has a dine in section and a take out section. Both sections were extremely nice and inviting: took mine to go but I can promise you it'd have been even more than a 5/5 if I sat down and had a meal there. Highly recommend!!! -Ribs and brisket platter: 5/5 Trying brisket in 4 states and 5 different styles I'll say the cuts I was given were well paired with sauce which compliments the brisket, but it honestly doesn't need it.... Collagen that melts as you bite into the fatty part and melt in your mouth tenderness that's just a smokers craft. Ribs were fall off the bone, flavorful, and just well done. BBQ sauce was well paired with it but would like to try some different sauces to complement it differently than the brisket. The potato salad was astounding, but the Cole slaw.... Probably tied for best slaw I had on the trip. Overall, THIS is the place you go for BBQ in TN. There's a ton of reviews for other places, but this is where the locals go. Donelson has a gem with Edley's here. I would venture to say that this location is a perfect spot for trying Tennessee style bbq first hand and loving every bit of it! Restaurant seemed to be lively and just a place you'd love to step into for a drink and a good meal!

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    Edley's Bar-B-Que

    Edley's Bar-B-Que

    4.6
    (219 reviews)
    9.7 mi
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    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.

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