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Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Nashville, TN Barbecue Restaurants
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Nashville, TN Barbecue Restaurants
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint - Nashville, TN Barbecue Restaurants
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MARTIN'S BAR-B-QUE JOINT

(5.0 Score)
410 4th Avenue South,
Nashville, TN 37201 Directions

Since 2006

Specialty:

✓ BBQ Nachos ✓ Farmhand Fries ✓ Pulled Pork Shoulder ✓ Sliced Beef Brisket ✓ Sliced Smoked Turkey ✓ Smoked Bologna ✓ Fried Chicken Sandwich ✓ Fried Catfish Sandwich ✓ Smoked Sausage ✓ Smoked Chicken (1/4) ✓ Smoked Chicken (1/2) ✓ Fried Chicken Tenders ✓ Brisket Tacos ✓ Fried Catfish Fillets ✓ Spare Ribs ✓ Kid Brother Sampler ✓ Big Brother Sampler ✓ Big Poppa Sampler ✓ Country Salad ✓ Farmer’s Salad ✓ House Salad ✓ Brunswick Stew ✓ Smoked Brisket Chili ✓ Baked Potato ✓ Smoked Wings ✓ Cheeseburger ✓ Brisket Burger ✓ Southern Paddy Melt ✓ Redneck Taco ✓ Cornbread Hoecake ✓ Fresh Cut Fries ✓ Mac and Cheese ✓ Broccoli Salad ✓ Baked Beans ✓ Green Beans

"Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint is known for its real whole-hog BBQ, tasty chicken, tacos, and burgers. They have plenty of space with lots of seats, games, and a stage for live music, making it a fun place to hang out and relax. All their food is priced reasonably. They also do catering for events like birthday parties, weddings, work parties, and family gatherings. Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint offers a gluten-free menu to fit different diets, so everyone can enjoy their flavorful food. They carefully prepare traditional recipes from their West Tennessee BBQ heritage. Private dining room and outdoor seating are also available for your convenience. They also serve great cocktails.

2026 Update: Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint has an atmosphere, enriched by live music and a comfortable vibe, and is popular for a laid-back dining occasion."

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Price:

Starters
BBQ Nachos $13.99
Farmhand Fries $12.59
Brisket Chili $3.99
Sandwiches
Pulled Pork $11.59
Sliced Beef Brisket $15.29
Sliced Smoked Turkey $12.59
Big Ole Smoked Bologna $12.29
Fried Chicken Sandwich $11.99
Fried Catfish Sandwich $13.99
Salads
Farmer'S Salad (With Smoked Turkey) $11.49
House Salad $5.99
Burgers
Cheeseburger $13.99
Brisket Burger $15.59
Southern "Paddy" Melt $14.79
Taco Trays
Brisket Tacos $15.99
Catfish Tacos $16.49
BBQ Trays
Pulled Pork Shoulder $17.99
Sliced Beef Brisket $23.29
Sliced Smoked Turkey $18.49
14 Chicken (Dark Meat) $13.29
12 Chicken (Mixed) $17.49
Fried Chicken Tenders $17.29
Fried Catfish Fillets $18.29
Combos
Kid Brother Sampler $27.99
Big Brother Sampler $29.99
Big Poppa Sampler $129.99

Contact:

(615) 288-0880

Sun-Thu: 11am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm

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Peg Leg Porker - Nashville, TN Barbecue Restaurants
Peg Leg Porker - Nashville, TN Barbecue Restaurants
Peg Leg Porker - Nashville, TN Barbecue Restaurants
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11+ YEARS IN TBR
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PEG LEG PORKER

(4.8 Score)
903 Gleaves Street,
Nashville, TN 37203 Directions

Since 2013

Specialty:

✓ BBQ Nachos ✓ BBQ Machos ✓ Soul Potato ✓ Cream Cheese & Pepper Jelly ✓ Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage ✓ Memphis Sushi ✓ Wings ✓ Pork Rinds ✓ Pimento Cheese ✓ Kool-Aid Pickles ✓ Kids Meal ✓ Lunch Combo ✓ Dry Rubbed Ribs (Half Rack) ✓ Dry Rubbed Ribs (Full Rack) ✓ Pulled Pork Platter ✓ Combo Platter ✓ Sandwich Plate ✓ Yardbird Platter ✓ BBQ Sandwich ✓ BBQ Beans ✓ Mac and Cheese ✓ Smoked Green Beans ✓ French Fries ✓ Cole Slaw ✓ Potato Salad ✓ Drinks ✓ Banana Pudding ✓ Fried Pies

"Peg Leg Porker is a family-owned and operated restaurant run by Carey and Delaniah Bringle. The restaurant is famous for its tasty smoked meats and real Southern sides. Over the past ten years, they have won many awards and had the chance to cook with some of the world’s best chefs. Pitmaster Carey Bringle was invited to cook twice at the famous James Beard House. At Peg Leg Porker, they take pride in great customer service and delicious food. Their award-winning BBQ is what makes them special. All their meats are smoked fresh every day, and their sides are homemade with care. They use local bakeries for their bread and desserts. The restaurant has plenty of space to eat inside and a patio area outside. Peg Leg Porker also offers catering for special events, so you can enjoy their BBQ at your gatherings. They have rooms available to book if you want a private area.

2026 Update: Peg Leg Porker has both fast casual and full-service dining options. They offer an ample private event area with views and a rooftop bar."

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License #5369303

Price:

Ribs Full Rack $24.00
Ribs 12 Rack $12.00
Sausage (13 Lb) $6.00
Pulled Pork $7.00
BBQ Nachos $12.95
BBQ Machos $15.95
Soul Potato $14.95
Kids Menu (12 And Under) $6.95
Cream Cheese & Pepper Jelly W Saltines $9.95
JalapeñO Cheddar Sausage $6.00
Memphis Sushi $11.95
Wings (4 Whole Wings) $13.95
Pork Rinds $6.00
Pimento Cheese W Saltines $9.99
Kool-Aid Pickles $6.00
Banana Pudding $5.99
Fried Pies $5.99
Chocolate, Peach, Or Apple
Fried Pies Ala Mode $8.99
Chocolate, Peach, Or Apple
BBQ Beans $3.50
Mac And Cheese $3.50
Smoked Green Beans $3.50
French Fries $3.50
Cole Slaw $3.50
Potato Salad $3.50

Contact:

(615) 829-6023

Mon & Tue: 11am - 9pm
Wed-Sat: 11am - 10pm
Sun: 11am - 4pm

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Caney Fork River Valley Grille - Nashville, TN Barbecue Restaurants
Caney Fork River Valley Grille - Nashville, TN Barbecue Restaurants
Caney Fork River Valley Grille - Nashville, TN Barbecue Restaurants
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CANEY FORK RIVER VALLEY GRILLE

(4.8 Score)
2400 Music Valley Drive,
Nashville, TN 37214 Directions

Since 2006

Specialty:

✓ BBQ Feast ✓ Steak & Gator Tail ✓ Southern Special ✓ Surf & Turf ✓ BBQ Ribs ✓ Chopped Steak ✓ Sirloin Steak ✓ Prime Filet ✓ Pork Chop ✓ New York Strip ✓ Caney Combo ✓ Rib and Steak Combo ✓ Bison & Venison Combo ✓ Catfish ✓ Campfire Fish Fry ✓ Fish Dinner ✓ Shrimp (Fried/Grilled/BBQ) ✓ Grilled Salmon ✓ BBQ Pork Plate ✓ Caney Fork Chicken ✓ Slow Roasted Chicken ✓ Fried Chicken Strips ✓ Chicken & Waffle ✓ Pulled Pork BBQ Sandwich ✓ Bison Burger ✓ Catfish Po’Boy ✓ Grilled Chicken Sandwich ✓ Caney Fork Burger ✓ Fried Shrimp Po’Boy ✓ Grilled Salmon BLT ✓ Mammoth Burger ✓ Garden Burger ✓ Build-a-Burger ✓ Big Game Burger ✓ Wild Game Platter ✓ Catfish Sliders

“2026 Update: Caney Fork River Valley Grille is a family-owned and operated restaurant that offers delicious Southern Cuisine with a unique Wild Game menu featuring Bison, Elk, Gator, and Frog. Their ambiance features multiple indoor fireplaces, over 150 animal mounts, a 3000-gallon catfish pond & waterfall, a 1939 Dodge truck cab, and endless pictures of memories. Caney Fork River Valley Grille has in-store pickup and outdoor seating for dine-in. They also have highchairs, a full bar facility, and provide live music. Caney Fork River Valley Grille offers private dining choices if you have an event planned, whether it be for a bachelorette party, corporate event, wedding rehearsal dinner, or any other Nashville private dining. ”

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License #000505700

Price:

BBQ Feast $26.00
Steak & Gator Tail $25.00
Southern Special $21.00
Surf & Turf $22.00
BBQ Ribs (12 Slab) $19.95
BBQ Ribs (Full Slab) $29.00
Chopped Steak (10 Oz) $15.00
Caney’S Aged Sirloin Steak (8 Oz) $18.00
6 Oz Filet Mignon $31.00
“The Fork” Pork Chop $20.00
N.Y. Strip (10 Oz) $22.00
N.Y. Strip (14 Oz) $25.00
The Caney Combo $24.00
Rib and Steak Combo $49.95
Real Grouper Bites $13.95
Fried Pickle Chips $8.95
Fried Green Tomatoes $8.95
Haystack Onion Strings $8.95
Blazin’ Bayou Catfish Strips $9.95
Cajun Fried Gator Tail $14.95
Caney Chicken Wings $14.95
Cajun Frog Legs $14.95
Crawfish Cakes $11.95
Caney Sampler $20.95

Contact:

(615) 724-1200

Mon-Thu: 4pm - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11pm - 11pm
Sun: 11pm - 9pm

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MARTIN'S BAR-B-QUE JOINT REVIEWS

Martin’s Is Definitely A Stop You Have To Make When Visiting Nashville! Traveling From Florida And Happened To Stumble Across This Hidden Gem Through TikTok. Upon Entering We Were Greeted With A Warm Welcome And Smile! The Establishment Was Very Clean And Up Kept. Our Servers Felicia & AJ Were Phenomenal And Very Insightful When It Came To Ordering Our Entrées/ Cocktails. Felicia Gave Us Some Incredible Recommendations To Check Out While Here On Our Trip! Besides All The Amazing Hospitality I Highly Recommend Trying Out Their Ribs, Brisket, Mac, & Hush Puppies!!!! (To Die For) Thank You Martin’s For Making Our Trip A Memorable One!

This is a great BBQ joint. Order at the counter, pick a seat, and they will bring out your meal. Don’t miss going upstairs, Great group vibe up there! We had the basket for 2 which includes ribs and brisket and 2 sides. Ribs were good with a dry rubs if you like bbq sauce ask for it when you order. The brisket is the best we ever had!! They have really fun cocktails too.

Great place! Food was excellent, people friendly and fun! Wish we had time to go back and enjoy the music/night life. Next trip for sure. We ordered nachos, ribs, smoked turkey and the pulled pork...all cooked to perfection and excellent!

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PEG LEG PORKER REVIEWS

Really great BBQ. You could pull the bone out of the ribs and dip them easily. Good bark, good dry rub, good sauce. Also, I tried the sausage and loved it. Sides were all great. Mac and cheese was top notch and the green beans were amazing. Also recommend fries and slaw. Overall, a great experience a mush visit!

Low key / real deal bbq known for their dry rub ribs. Pork nachos are good. The sushi plate is hilarious - sausage, crackers, and cheese.

Great Nashville BBQ! Pulled pork was great and the orders were out almost immediately. Highly recommend!

CANEY FORK RIVER VALLEY GRILLE REVIEWS

I visited this place a few weeks ago with my family and couldn't believe the level of attention and service that we received from wait staff (Kaylee). She never passed our table without checking on us and was extremely pleasant. The food was great and my family really enjoyed the atmosphere. I was in Nashville this past Friday with friends, so we dropped in for dinner. Wait staff was great again sorry I don't have ticket with wait staff name on it. Two of us had the Wild Game Platter and it was great, everything was cooked perfectly and delicious.

Fun place with fun food and attentive staff. I had the frog leggs which was my first time having them and they were pretty dang good! I felt like I was eating chicken wings. Will go back!

Amazing place amazing food amazing customer service keep up the good work This place got it going on.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MARTIN'S BAR-B-QUE JOINT Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Current Evaluation: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 28.7K: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

PEG LEG PORKER Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Experience: 8
Acknowledgments: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 17.2K: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Variety of Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CANEY FORK RIVER VALLEY GRILLE Total Inspection Points: 114/120
Current Evaluation: 8
Reviews Accuracy of 15.5K: 8
Acknowledgments: 9
Experience: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Variety of Menu: 10