Payne's Bar-B-Que is a long-time classic go-to place for Memphis BBQ, and yet somehow -even though we are life-long Memphians- we had never been there. We remedied that recently and are sorry it took us so long. In fact, The Younger Son says his BBQ sandwich was second only to that offered by BB King's on Beale Street, which is high praise indeed.
I had trouble getting a photo of the interior without people in it, but this one shows how you can turn an old gas station into a restaurant and end up with a fine space:
This is BBQ Nation's trip to Payne's:
This is a short (1-minute) on-site interview by a local newspaper reporter with the owner:
Serious Eats says it "serves some of the best pork barbecue in Memphis, if not the country." Southern Living calls it one of the best BBQ joints in the South. RoadFood says it's "worth the trip". Trip Advisor gives it 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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I like pork barbecue and there are a couple of places here where we get some we consider pretty good. I have a sneaking feeling it wouldn't live up to the real Memphis thing though. Wish I could join you.
ReplyDeleteWe are indeed spoiled for choice here :)
Deleteoh wow...looks delish! any recommendations for the Clarksville Tenn. area? we visit our son's family there a couple of times a year. barbecue sounds pretty good right now...! happy T day, and Happy Spring!
ReplyDeleteI wish I could help. It's been such a long time since I was there, and I've only been there a couple of times. I hope you find something tasty :)
DeleteNice you can enjoy the best BBQ in your area. Happy T day!
ReplyDeleteJust got back from the last day at Boot Camp, and these pictures have made me soooooo hungry!! Happy T Day, hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh... I am hungry now!
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Susi
aaah, i´m hungry now, too! really Looks delicious!
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I'm always impressed by the good BBQ when we go to Memphis. I'll have to add this one to our list of places to check out :) Happy T Day and have a great week ♥
ReplyDeleteCentral BBQ is still my favorite place for ribs, but we're trying to branch out. :) There are so _many_ good places!
DeleteSo it must be true that good things are worth waiting for ;-)
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That sandwich looks yummy:-)
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Oh what a great post! I watched the videos with interest. I wish we had places like that. Here BBQ is something you do at home in your own garden or yard. The pork looked absolutely delicious. It's a shame she chopped it all up at some stage. But then, that's probably how people like it. Anyway, thanks for sharing. My mouth is watering!
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Lisca
Chopped or pulled, that's how we like it :) On a plate with sides or in a sandwich. Ribs are always good, too, though :)
DeleteYummy! I love how barbecue varies around the country. I've never been to Memphis or had that style barbecue and I'd love to try it. :) Happy T day!
ReplyDeleteThis really does look like a great place to go! Happy T day! Chrisx
ReplyDeleteBelieve it or not, I have been to BB King's on Beale St. That was before I decided to be a vegetarian. I suspect this place might have been nice, but I was a BIG fan of KC barbecue since that's the first REAL bbq I ever had. I WAS impressed though and liked that you found a good mom and pop place that is not a chain. I dislike chains about as much as I dislike ketchup! Thanks for sharing this rare gem with us for T this Tuesday. And forgive me, please for being so late.
ReplyDeleteIt's great fun to know we've eaten at the same restaurant! I've never had KC BBQ and don't know the difference lol. I guess we like what we know best. Yes, I do prefer local places to the national chains. We need to try to keep our local entrepreneurs in business :)
DeleteI do love good BBQ. We don't have many "good" places here in MN. Ketchup is a little spicy around here for most folks. ;)
ReplyDeleteOh my! You got to hear the chop-chop-chop and taste the special sauce! Loved the videos. Made me feel like I went with you. :) Best to you. Love, Rita
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