Elwood's Shack

First of all, I really appreciated the customer service. The guy at the front was accommodating, friendly, and warm, which is always nice. So, the food. I got the three-piece, which is fairly priced. I added burnt ends and spicy coleslaw, which were pretty good for the size. The baked beans were piping hot. The spicy coleslaw was good, though it wasn't really spicy they just added some jalapeños. I did like the feta cheese, which added a nice touch with a little sugar. On to the meats. The chicken quarter was kind of dry, but it was piping hot. It could have used a little more seasoning for my taste, but the sauce on the side was pretty good with it. The burnt ends were a little tough, but I liked how they dressed them up with yellow mustard, jalapeños, and onions, which created a nice flavor. The brisket was the most tender thing I had. It was pretty good, though it could have used a little more seasoning. Overall, that was pretty good. I would come back, but I'd try something different. Over all, one of the better places I've tried in Memphis.

Okay, this barbecue joint is a shack! And it's awesome. By the way, if you get their barbecue nachos, you're going to be eating for like a week! I mean there was so much meat on there that there is no way they're making money off of that! I worry for them to stay in business! They handed me my pork nacho container and it weighed literally pounds. I ate until I was in pain and then I took all of the leftover pork and it's got to be at least a pound of meat that I'm taking home to make barbecue sandwiches with later! Crazy! The andouille sausage was also crazy delicious. And they chopped it up in little pieces and they must have pan-fried it because it was slightly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Insanity!! The brisket is also fantastic. Bottom line - don't eat all day, then go to Elwood's.

Stopped in twice on our trip to Memphis. Ribs were tender, cooked perfectly, flavorful and have a great dry rub. Best ribs! Sauce on the side is also delicious. Bbq Nachos had so much meat- huge portion, definitely shareable. This is a must visit spot in Memphis for BBQ!

It's been a while since I've been to Memphis. I knew i wanted to get some ribs. I thought of the old places I knew from back in the day. I liked at reviews and found this place. Almost a 5 star. It had to be pretty good for that rating in this town. Thought i should try it. The owner(?) OMAR was fantastic. He recommended a few things but I wanted ribs. So he set me up with something special. Ribs, brisket, fries, beans, and coleslaw. WOW. The ribs were to die for. Omar came around and made sure everyone was happy and that they had everything they needed. The place was totally full the entire time i was there. A group would leave and another one would come in. This was definitely a great find. Ribs were thick and full of meat. The brisket was tender a flavorful. The sides were very good. The BBQ sauce was gone made and very good. Did I tell you that the ribs were fantastic? This was exactly what I had wanted. The reviews are good. As I spoke to others in town, everybody agreed. This place is the best in town. This place is a must. It's worth a drive from anywhere in town.

New to the area and asked locals where to go and this is where they suggested. I had the pulled pork sandwich with the house made jalapeno and blue cheese slaw. It was amazing. 9 out of 10. My middle son had the half rack of ribs he had two sides, he chose chips and baked beans. It was good, I've had better, but he enjoyed them. However, the beans had flavor, and I wanna say jalapenos. Whatever they had in them made them the best baked beans I've ever had. Ribs 6/10 Baked beans 10/10 My youngest son had pancakes and bacon (this was late in the afternoon but they were still serving) They looked amazing and tasted as good as they looked! 10/10 My oldest has the wings full smoked jerk dry rub 6 piece. Again they were full wings so you could probably call it a 12 piece. His side was also chips. Wings were an easy 8/10 Overall nothing disappointed, however I did expect more from the ribs. The total cost was $73 Which seemed a little high but that sandwich made me forget about the cost. Seating inside was limited, they stayed busy, plenty of seating outside though. Parking was a little different. I just parked on the curb.

Service was great, food was good. My wife and daughter liked the beans and sauce more than I did. A bit sweet for me. Delicious to them. We all liked the tater salad a lot.

Great little hole in the wall place. We went here because they were open past 6pm and weren't disappointed the boneless rib sandwich was absolutely amazing will absolutely return soon.

BBQ at Elwood’s Shack for the win! Would have never expected myself to stop by a small shack on the shoulder road of a Lowe’s to eat BBQ, but I’m glad I gave this highly rated spot a try. I especially love how tender and fatty the beef brisket was cooked. The Memphis style ribs is smoked to perfection and each bite falls off the bone tasty. These ribs easily wins all other larger chains by a landslide. The steelhead trout taco was also very tasty on a crispy crunchy tortilla. The fish is slightly fishy, so I’d go with a brisket or cooked legged meat next time. I’d come here if I were a construction worker picking up grub alongside my trip to the hardware store. Recommend stepping outside for fresh air and a better dining experience.

The food is absolutely delicious! The Philly Cheese Brisket Wrap is my absolute favorite. The service is fast and accurate. Highly recommend.

FANTASTIC BBQ!!! I had the chicken bbq sandwich with grilled mushroom and cheese and good lord, heavenly. When I saw the reviews talking about it as sitting in a home improvement store parking lot and using the word " shack" to describe it, I was worried that there would be no air conditioning and that it would literally be tables in a parking lot. It is actually separate from the home store in its own area and it does have air conditioning inside as well as indoor and outdoor tables. Much nicer set up than I imagined. Five stars all the way around, really great counter staff, really great food.

Don't let the exterior of the building scare you away. My colleague got a cheeseburger which looked exceptional and he was very happy with it. I got a three meat plate of brisket, pulled pork and hot links and everything was delicious I will certainly go back if I'm back in town

We were nervous coming up on this shack. But our thoughts of the hole in the wall is the place you go . . . is 100% spot on. This place is amazing!! The gentleman up front was amazing. He gave us suggestions, answered our questions and was super friendly! Now to the best part . . . THE FOOD! The food is so much better than you would even imagine. We started with the pickle dip. It was great. We had three different sandwiches, one hot dog and a kids' grilled cheese. The Red Headed Step Child was to die for with more meat than the sandwich could hold. The Cornbeef Hash Melt was delish and it was gone pretty fast. But that kid is a foodie! And then the Debris Po-boy didn't last long, even though is was HUGE! My Go Tiger Go hot dog was big too. I thought it would be smaller, nope for a dog it was BIG. DO NOT SKIP THIS!

I hit this place twice. It was so good the first time that I forgot to take a picture of the ribs (fall off the bone). Ribs were top notch! Second time, I had the red headed step child (amazing). The service (owner/cashier/customer service rep) was the best. He ran the registered, served food and did it all with a smile. The place is tucked away behind a Lowe's and had a great local feel. Def a Memphis staple you have to try.

Asked for recommendations for BBQ in Memphis from fellow KCBS judges. Had a few for Elwood's and it was close to the hotel. "Shack" is not a misnomer. It's at the edge of a Lowe's parking lot. The decor is fantastic! The gentleman behind the counter was friendly and talkative and funny. We ordered the kid's grilled cheese, kid's plain nachos, BBQ quesadilla w/o most of the veggies, the Cuban and a Combo Meat Plate w/burnt ends, brisket, pulled pork and a 1/2 chicken and beans and coleslaw. Everyone liked the food. My only complaint is that the chicken and brisket were overcooked (dry) and everything had the same flavor profile. Bonus points for the plastic drink cups, which we're still using :)

Elwood Shack stands out for its flavorful, Memphis-style barbecue, friendly service, and authentic local atmosphere. It's a must-visit for anyone looking for great ribs, brisket, or fish tacos in a laid-back setting, and it's worth seeking out even if you have to drive a bit out of your way.I must say a lil pricey tho.

Don't sleep on Elwood's ... always full of love and flavor .. the friendliest of faces .. you won't be disappointed in your stop here .. deliciousness

Elmwood Shack in my Go-To Spots in Memphis I come from the airport to here. It was sooooo Good I came back to the airport and stopped by to get something for the plane ride home. I eat BBQ all over the country and a brisket and BBQ expert, I've been to plenty of spots, and this one keeps calling me back. What makes Elmwood Shack stand out? Consistency. Flavor. Comfort. You can roll through anytime breakfast, brunch, lunch it's all served all day, and it's all done right. Normally, I get the brisket sub (which is ), but I switched it up with the brisket wrap. No regrets. Bursting with flavor. My wife got the brisket taco, and the kids went in on their brisket plates--yes, it was a whole family affair. Shoutout to Daniele she knows the menu like the back of her hand. She gave us the rundown on the most popular items and made sure we were taken care of. Then used a highlighter to show the most popular items I enclosed below. I enjoythe vibe? I always feel like I'm eating at someone's house who knows how to cook and host. Friendly staff, good food, clean environment that's the trifecta right there. Spoke to Tim the owner really good guy. Scroll down for the pics rust me, they speak for themselves. If you're ever in the area, do yourself a favor and swing by Elmwood Shack. It's a five-star experience all the way.

Amazing. Driving through and stopped. Wings....out of this world Brisket melts in your mouth Ribs make you want more Hands down would drive back just to eat here Staff was great too!!! Only got one picture bc we got lost in the amazingness

Definition of hole in the wall place. Walk up to the counter to order, they do take cc. Eclectic menu. Pizza, bbq poboys, hotdogs, Cuban sandwich, fish tacos., etc. I had the Elwood melt and my wife had the chicken Philly. They were both good, Philly was diffferent but had a good flavor. Potato salad was excellent. Several flies buzzing around cost a star.

Amazing place and I love the way they feed the officers in spite of the pandering fools that were upset.. Great food great people. Highly recommended.

It was a beautiful day so we walked in to order and then just a few minutes later they brought our food to us out on the picnic tables under the awning. I really enjoyed the sautéed onions and jalapeños with the burnt ends. Great lunch with a lot of delicious flavor. It's what a bbq joint should be, smells like heaven, not fancy, and full of folks with a common interest...good, simple eats.

Excellent food and service. The ribs are slide off the bone tender and the sides were good too. The place is tiny and has a huge menu, but you cannot go wrong with any of the barbecue options.

Elwood's is always five stars. My family orders all the things all the time. Most recently, we brought food in to eat at mom's and I snapped pics of several things that were ordered and loved. Please note, servings are big. My sister & I usually plan for left overs or split something. If you order for pickup and see a line when you come in, be sure to stay to the left. There is a line to order and one to pick up, and the pickup line moves if there is one.

Bbq at Elwood's Shack for the win! Would have never expected myself to stop by a small shack on the shoulder road of a Lowe's to eat BBQ, but I'm glad I gave this highly rated spot a try. I especially love how tender and fatty the beef brisket was cooked. The Memphis style ribs is smoked to perfection and each bite falls off the bone tasty. These ribs easily wins all other larger chains by a landslide. I'd come here if I were a construction worker picking up grub alongside my trip to the hardware store. Recommend stepping outside for fresh air and a better dining experience.

Elwood's shack is more than a shack. Its got one of the best homestyle barbecue in town! We tried red head stepchild sandwich, salty dog, and a sampler platter which are all 10/10. The brisket is tied for top brisket in town, which they smoke overnight. The man at the front is also friendly and funny. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves, get dirty, and pull up to a good time!

Excellent food, we had Elwood's chili tonight and we loved it, truly the best! We will be ordering soon again and thank you, Elwood's Shack for supporting our troops!!! You are the best!

Great BBQ! Top quality food, at a very reasonable price. Friendly staff too. I will be eating here every time I'm in Memphis!

A great independent restaurant. They have incredible sandwiches and pizza. Most of their menu items are not found anywhere else! They are so unique and flavorful!

Great little spot. Had the wet ribs and the jerk wings. Wings were a tad dry for my preference but still good flavor. Ribs were good. Staff was amazing.

The best BBQ in Memphis!!! The service is good and just a great place to eat. Nothing fancy, but delicious!!!!

Elmwood Shack is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. The team here isn't just serving food; they're dishing out true Southern hospitality alongside their legendary, humongous smoked brisket sandwiches. This brisket is so tender and flavorful, it's easily the best in all of Tennessee. And for those who might be hesitant about the area, don't be. Elmwood Shack has security from day into the evening, so you can focus on what matters most: that amazing sandwich. This place is a definite local fan favorite for a reason!!

Elwood's is a staple. We come here regularly, service is always great, food delicious, and the ambiance of well... a shack that serves food:)

While in Memphis, on the eternal quest for the best hole in the wall barbecue, we made our way to Elwood's Shack. Located literally in the parking lot of a Home Depot, this little shack serves up some tasty food. Despite craving barbecue, both my father and husband ordered the Reuben sandwich and I ordered the debris Poboy. Not quite barbecue, but I definitely do not regret my decision. The debris Poboy was quite tasty and could easily hold its own against any New Orleans Poboy. The potato salad was delicious as well and I would definitely recommend coming here if you're looking for a good bite to eat.

This place was recommended by my husband's coworkers. We were in the area so decided to try it out. When we first got there I thought we were lost since I didn't see it at first. It literally looks like a shack next to Lowe's. Very "home" feeling entrance as you enter two doors like a house. The lady at the register (I didn't get her name) was very helpful when we told her we were first timers. She showed us the menu that has all the highlights of their best sellers to make it a bit easier to select and start off. We ordered the combo plate with brisket and burnt ends, and the soup of the day a cup of shrimp corn chowder. When the chowder came it was bigger than I expected. It tasted just like my grandma's with that shrimp twist to it. Needless to say I devoured it. The combo came and although pic may look messy, it was delicious. The burnt ends had the right amount of flavor with that jalepeno kick at the end. The brisket was tender and the fat just melts in your mouth. It was so good that I barely used the bbq sauce with it. As for the sides, the beans were good, and the slaw was one of the better ones we've had, but the potato salad was best. Definitely the recommendation did not disappoint. We will definitely be back to try other dishes.

Elwood's has the best food especially the bbq Service is always on point I've always loved the ambience, the vibe the music absolutely everything

Amazing food, the whole menu. It's always on point. Omar is the ultimate host for this charming hole-in-the-wall spot. He is such a nice man, hilarious, and knows the menu forwards and backwards. The barbecue is elite, the pizza is excellent, the hot dogs are the best in town, the sandwiches from the burgers to the French dip are top notch, just an amazing place. Did I mention the brisket quesadilla and the fish tacos? Please do yourself a favor and go visit this place.

The fish taco is the best thing on the menu, and it is unlike any taco I have ever had. It is so good. The restaurant isn't impressive looking, but the food is great!

I got a meatball sub and it was incredible. A ton of food! Very cool atmosphere and we sat outside. The line was long but got our food in a decent time. I enjoyed it!

My wife was passing through and I asked her to pick up some Memphis BBQ. Being from Texas, I was wanting to try some good ole Memphis BBQ. It was a to go order. So inside it may be better. Maybe they had an off day or something. Your experience may be better, but below is my opinion. The Brisket (ordered one pound). It was the trimmings left over. It was not chopped or sliced. I could tell it was trimmings as there were large pieces of fat, chunks of some meat and pieces that were tough as jerky. And topped off with pickles and onions. The Burnt Ends: I maybe had 3 actual pieces that had meat on them. They were actually burnt fat. Covered with some sauce, onions and jalapenos. The Ribs: The only "partially" edible thing I got. Got a half a rack. Part of them tasted freezer burnt. If it weren't for the sauce, they would not have had any flavor. The Baked Beans: Van de Camps The BBQ Sauce: Kraft from Ben E. Keith or Sysco I've eaten and BBQ places all over the Nation and know a little bit about BBQ.

Exceptional ribs, potato salad and beans! Prompt service too! Close to I-40 but hidden behind a building on Summer Ave. Great stop after Graceland. Thank you!

We had a delicious meal there the brisket was on point!! My husband the ribs and they fell off fell off the bone as they should with perfect flavor! The service was great! We didn't have to wait for a table and the waitress was very nice! It was very laid back casual atmosphere. We will definitely be back! Highly recommend this little hidden gem!

(I like this place enough that I've left a duplicate review on both TripAdvisor and Google) Living in Dallas, Texas means there is no shortage of places to indulge my love of bbq. For a while I owned a smoker and used it enough to have a healthy respect for the Heaven-sent human beings who master the genre. I was on a road trip back from delivering my only child to New York City for his first year at NYU, and was feeling pretty down. He and I are close. My darling wife, in attempting to cheer me up, sent the text equivalent of a permission slip to take myself out for bbq. Mission accomplished! Elwood's is a gem. Yes, it's a shack. Barbecue should be served in a shack, with orders placed at the counter. That's how it works. If you go to a faux-country, big-box barbecue place in a high rent district, expect it to be well-marketed and disappointing- unless you've never had bbq before. Big box places make their money by marketing to bbq newcomers. Elwood's Shack delivers barbecue that is the equal of any I've ever had. I chose sliced brisket and ribs. Both were superior. The brisket had a nice crust and a solid smoke flavor, and the ribs were easily separable without being mushy. The sides- I had potato salad and coleslaw-were also a notch or two above standard fare. I had the sauce on the side. It leaned toward a bit heavily on vinegar, which isn't my favorite, but that's a personal preference. My son would have loved it without reservation. Support this place. Barbecue isn't cheap. Huge amounts of time go into slow-smoking meat. It's a labor-intensive, highly skilled process that takes years to learn. Get a permission slip and take yourself over to the Shack for some excellent barbecue!

Im from Houston TX and there's nothing that really beats good old Texas BBQ. I googled brunch places around me and this was one of the places that popped up. I'm so glad I went here. Memphis BBQ can definitely compete with Texas BBQ! The girl at the front counter was super welcoming and friendly and knowledgeable about all the menu items we had questions about. I ended up going with what she described and it was amazing! The portions were hearty and plentiful. The flavors were amazing. I loved the potato salad. The food was great and service and friendliness were top notch. Whenever I'm in Memphis again I will for sure stop by this place again! An even plus plus is this place is super dog friendly! I walked in with my service dog and no one had a problem with her even though we sat outside with the other dogs. Highly recommend to anyone even to people without dogs!

The sausage biscuit was 8/10! Great flavor on the sausage. Biscuit was moist. The smoked chicken was tough, and the beans were too sweet. The brisket was dry, but the flavor was very good. Cole slaw was standard, and the texas toast had a nice seasoning on it.

We had their platter that had a little bit of everything. I personally am not a fan of BBQ but my husband and dog are, and Elwood's were their request. I actually loved it all. I've tried BBQ in Texas and Louisiana, this place was de-li-cious. Very worth it

We were only driving thru Memphis and looked for a good BBQ joint. Of course I rely heavily on my fellow Yelpers for experiences. We couldn't pass this up, even though it's off the beaten path and we were driving a big U-Haul truck. You can easily drive by it because it's tucked behind a business on Summer. There's also very little parking. Just park and follow your nose to the smell of great BBQ. Don't let the outside fool ya! Once you step foot inside, it transforms into a quaint restaurant with incredible aroma and very homey! It took a few minutes to peruse the menu; especially since we had one shot at trying to pick the best choice. They were very helpful and I asked if I could just get a pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw on it. It wasn't in the menu but they made it happen. Not a long wait but the tables filled up fast. We got our food and oh boy!!!! It was even better than it looked. I'm drooling just thinking about the savory flavors. One of the best bbq sandwiches I've had in a long time. Everything was absolutely perfect This place deserves a 6th

Been to quite a few barbecue places in Memphis. For Memphis style you won't do better than Elwood's. Great service. Hole in the wall feel. Don't miss it!

Elwood's Shack is a very descriptive name for this business. It is literally a shack that sits on the side of a Lowe's. The staff here were extremely friendly and outgoing and added to my overall experience. Inside, the building is still rather humble, but very cool in a funky kind of trashy-chic kind of way. I went with their pork plate. The pork was very good and I applaud their barbecue sauce. It was very good. Their sides of beans and coleslaw were also good. I was also tempted to try one of their hot dogs, so maybe next time (and there will definitely be a next time). These hole-in-the-wall type places are often better than tourist type places. This is a place where the locals go to and once you try the food here at Elwood's Shack, you will see why the locals choose to dine here than those big name Memphis, Tennessee tourist-trap type restaurants. I would definitely recommend Elwood's Shack and I will give it five stars overall.

This should be a Triple D find. It is a real side of the road little dive in the parking lot of a Home Depot. It has picnic tables outside and a few tables inside its eclectic shack. The lady taking orders and serving food is a special kind and friendly woman that exudes happiness. She gets it and knows how to make you feel welcome. Yes, there was two of us. We just couldn't decide on what to order so we picked a few items and shared. We got the KC Candy Melt which had burnt ends, jalapenos, bbq sauce and a TON of cheesy goodness. It was grillled on a Texas buttered toast. I HIGHLY recommend. The BBQ sauce is just the right amount to make this delicious with the never ending pully cheese. Second up was the Seattle Dog. The best damn dog there is. If you love specialty hot dogs, this is a don't miss. The hot dog holds up to the toppings. It's thick and juicy. There is a bit of cream cheese, with slaw, grilled onions, jalapeños and BBQ sauce. My personal favorite. Third up was the Debris Poboy. The roast beef is tender and flavored like grandma used to make. The bread is authentic Poboy French bread, trust this guy from New Orleans. It made me miss home. It's a great throw back to being a kid. We finished with the blue cheese and jalapeno coleslaw and tator salad. Both were delicious. The tator salad was really creamy and tasted a bit like there could've been cream cheese in it. YUM! No we didn't eat all of it and of course we took leftovers home. lol I'd definitely go back when in Memphis. That dog will forever be on my mind.

Hole the wall and some of the best barbecue. Liked the atmosphere, the service. People were friendly, good people good food

Medium rare NY roast beef was more like a well done roast beef. Not exactly over stuffed or tasty. Also ordered the Chili, but was via uber. They should put the sour cream on the side, till ready to eat. Some sandwiches here are great, others need removed.

Unbelievable bbq shack... came here on a road trip on a Thursday, and had to stop by again on Sunday when headed back through town. Food's amazing, and great vibes

Food is OUTSTANDING!!! Service is quick and friendly. Surroundings are no-frills, basic, but clean. (Go for the food, not the atmosphere.)

Good food. Service is good. Not much on ambiance but other things make up for it. Parking can be a little difficult but again it's worth it.

I was only in Memphis for the afternoon but wanted to try some "Memphis BBQ" like everyone talks about. This spot was great and the sandwich is something I'll be craving again. Customer service was super informative and friendly. If I'm ever in the area again I'll be back!

Although it's really a shack and the ambience is minimal, the food was fantastic. I would totally recommend going to Elwood's for your barbecue when in Memphis Tennessee.

Stopped here on a long drive from Nashville to Dallas. Approaching the restaurant we almost thought we were in the wrong place as it's literally a small shed looking structure that is very much befitting its name. The unpaved lot and beat up cars did not stop us and we ventured in to be met with super friendly service and even more delicious barbecue. I would highly recommend getting the Memphis dry rub ribs with a side of the sauce because the dry rub was so tasty and different than what you may get at corporatized bbq joints or in Texas.