Edley's Bar-B-Que

Update: I had been in contact with the owners, who very kindly gave me a gift card to give them a 2nd chance. Tonight I went back and ordered pulled pork bbq for everyone. The pork and all the sides were absolutely outstanding as they were the first time. I did ask for a sample of brisket. I was afraid to order it given what it was the fist time. The sample of brisket I had was really good. The flat and point pieces had a good flop, fat was rendered and cartilage was broken down, and had a good smoke flavor. I declare this place redeemed in my book and we’ll be making it a regular go to place. I really hate to write this up, but bad food backed up by bad service after spending $130 and even tipping has to be addressed. I received the brisket shown below on my brisket platter. It was tasteless, chewy, tough, fat wasn’t broken down, and flat out rubbery. My daughter’s brisket sandwich was the same. I brought this to the attention of the manager who proceeded to tell me I didn’t know good brisket. She even asked where I was from, like that had anything to do with being served bad brisket. I have smoked briskets for over 10 yrs, and if it’s over an actual wood fire you would have a smoke ring and the fat and collagen would be completely broken down. I said maybe this was a bad batch or wasn’t cooked right, and she proceeded to keep repeating how it was smoked for 12 hrs. No way this was smoked for 12 hours and the fat didn’t break down. I can list a number of ways a brisket can turn out like this, but I’ve eaten brisket in TX, NC, St. Louis, Kansas City, and countless other places and this was the worst brisket ever. The manager’s poor response didn’t make it any better, she brought me a 2nd plate of the same sorry brisket. I refused both and ended up with the pulled pork which was way better. The customer behind us even came up after and said her brisket was bad too and that it’s not normally like that, and also couldn’t believe how the manager responded. Lucky me I guess. Everything else we ordered was great, but bad brisket and a manager’s bad attitude earned this 1 star review. I posted a photo of what a brisket should look like. That was done over oak, mesquite, and hickory using TX fast competition style, and yes mine is way better than what I was served tonight.

Fantastic BBQ food and one of the best I've had in the Nashville area. The brisket was a little tough but the pulled pork, chicken and ribs were fantastic. All the sides we had were also very delicious: potato salad, greens, baked beans, and mac and cheese. I'll absolutely be back and try the sausage. You need to try Edley's

This was our first visit to Edley’s Bar-B-Que and it did not disappoint!! If we’re back in the area we will definitely eat there again. My son had the wings, my husband had the fried chicken breasts and I had the chicken tacos. For one of my sides I got the black bean salad, it was amazing!!

Walked in and walked through a line placed my order and found a table. I got the 8 wing platter. Wings are a little tough and I don’t like feathers on my wings. I think that they could be cooked a little longer. I had one that was not cooked/raw inside. I voiced my concern. Well, Hunter came right out to talk to me about the wings. He is the Pit Master here. I really appreciate that they took out the time to talk to us. Well this time I got the turkey platter and it’s plentiful. The turkey is tender and good. My better half got the ribs and brisket platter with green beans and potato salad brisket is really tender and the ribs are really good. I’d come back. I just won’t get wings. By the way Hunter gave us a banana pudding for our troubles. I Really appreciate that too and the longer I sit here the more it’s filling up when I first came in. It wasn’t that many folks here but now it’s getting really crowded. Great place for family gatherings. The ambiance is not overwhelming/ too loud. Nice country western music. Some oldies of rock and roll too. Edley’s, Welcome to the neighborhood!

I have been eating at Edley’s in Donelson by my work for the past two plus years. Love that they opened this location near my home. Great food, great atmosphere. Brisket tacos and BBQ avacado salad with chicken!!!

I had the smash burger and hubby had burnt ends. We both had the Mac and cheese. It was all very good but we both said we would try a different side next time because the Mac and cheese may not have been worth the extra cost. It’s only $1 but we bet the green beans would be amazing too. Or really any of the other sides. We will be back!

The BBQ fries are wonderful! My husband loves BBQ, especially ribs. He said the ribs are really good and the best brisket he has ever had. We are happy to have an Edley's here in Gallatin!

I am very satisfied with their service, very attentive to me. I am Asian. Sometimes I don't understand. They gently explained to me. The food here is also very delicious and suits my taste. Once again, I really like it and will come to support again. I love everything here. ❤️