Carey Bringle’s Gulch mainstay defines West Tennessee style: hickory smoke, dry-rub ribs, slaw-topped pork sandwiches, and no beef. Frequently recognized by national editors and local critics as a must-eat stop in town. ([southernliving.com](https://www.southernliving.com/the-souths-best-bbq-in-every-state-2024-8421052?utm_source=openai), [nashville.eater.com](https://nashville.eater.com/maps/best-barbecue-bbq-restaurants-nashville?utm_source=openai))
Best BBQ in Nashville (2025)
