United States Tennessee Memphis

The Bar-B-Q Shop

A legendary eatery famous for its ribs, pulled pork, and signature sauce, celebrated as a must-visit destination for authentic Southern barbecue.

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Barbecue Spaghetti: Memphis is known for putting barbecue sauce on everything, and spaghetti is no exception. In fact, most barbecue joints in the city have this classic Memphis dish on the menu. Bar-B-Q Shop not only does it best; it is the inventor of barbecue spaghetti. They’ve had the same sauce recipe for over 50 years. As an added bonus, the Food Network voted this joint the number one place for ribs in America. They have a big menu featuring many options to please a crowd.

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  • Memphis’ Most Famous Foods and Where to Try Them

    kaylee (Kaylee Giacomini)
    Memphis is a bustling metropolitan hub on the banks of the Mississippi River most well known for music, Elvis Presley, and barbecue. There is a contested debate in the United States about who does the best barbecue - arguably one of the most iconic dishes in the country. Memphis, Tennessee consistently ranks among barbecue’s top cities. Barbecue can be found everywhere across town, and many of the joints are outstanding. Since the 1990’s, the city has been expanding into the world of cuisine and is now a delicious melting pot fueled by global fusion along with classic Southern mainstays. Here's some of the best food in Memphis!