The Bar-B-Q Shop

Barbecue restaurant · Midtown

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Midtown mainstay where the Vernons serve ribs and the city’s signature barbecue spaghetti, a dish traced here by food historians. Frequently cited by Food Network and regional press, it balances smoke, nostalgia, and neighborhood warmth on every plate.

https://thebar-b-qshop.com/

Best BBQ in Memphis (2025)

1782 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 Get directions

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