Central BBQ is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

1. Central BBQ

9.2
147 E Butler Ave (at St Martin St), Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · Downtown Memphis · 119 tips and reviews

K M.K M: BBQ nachos and brisket sandwich are great!

Alberto H.Alberto Hernández De Santiago: Awesome BBQ ! Pork or brisket, you'll enjoy it ! I guarantee !

David D.David Day: Awesome BBQ all around from Ribs to Brisket and Pork! Having all of the regional sauces available is phenomenal! Huge and spacious with a good local beer selection! The service was fast and courteous!

Charles Vergos' Rendezvous is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

2. Charles Vergos' Rendezvous

8.1
52 S 2nd St (at Union Ave), Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · Downtown Memphis · 244 tips and reviews

Alex H.Alex Hale: Ribs, pork shoulder and brisket are awesome

Brian M.Brian McG: Incredible ribs and beef brisket. Don't leave Memphis without trying the famous charcoal dry-rub ribs, and try the brisket if you prefer saucy BBQ

Yekala G.Yekala G E: You must go! I had the brisket + ribs 😍 loved both! But the smoky seasoned ribs definitely are the best I've had. Plus, the place is right across a parking lot which makes it easier to get there.

Elwood's Shack is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

3. Elwood's Shack

8.8
4523 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN
Breakfast Spot · 40 tips and reviews

Genevieve W.Genevieve White: The brisket sandwich is to die for! It may differ from the usual BBQ food in Memphis, as it is Texas style, but that adds to its value. It is the only bbq of this taste and quality in Memphis.

Gena W.Gena White: Beef brisket sandwich is amazing. It is texas style so don't expect the Memphis taste, but it is still one of the best places to grab a quality, quick meal.

J M G.J M Gordom: Brisket, breakfast, burgers, and bacon.

One & Only BBQ is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

4. One & Only BBQ

8.0
1779 Kirby Pkwy #1A (Poplar), Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · Greenlawn · 35 tips and reviews

Derek K.Derek King: Twice baked potato salad and brisket. ....best I have ever had!

Todd K.Todd Kauffman: Best beef brisket I've ever had , especially with a small side of their spicy sauce.

Julie I.Julie Ingebrigtson: Great brisket, yummy ribs, tender turkey-

Marlowe's Ribs & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

5. Marlowe's Ribs & Restaurant

8.0
4381 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · 55 tips and reviews

April C.April Cincarik: BBQ brisket sandwhich and sauce is excellent!

Peter B.Peter Bianchi: Ribs, Brisket and a side of mushrooms all Great!

Rodrиго Р.Rodrиго Ривера: Delicious bbq brisket and pecan pie. Family-friendly environment, very homely and full of comfort food. Definitely worth a visit!

Jim & Nicks BBQ is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

6. Jim & Nicks BBQ

8.8
2359 N Germantown Pkwy (at Market Plaza Dr), Cordova, TN
BBQ Joint · 43 tips and reviews

Dan M.Dan Marks: Biscuits keep us coming back! Darn tasty brisket which is hard to find in the center of pork bbq world.

Carey W.Carey White: I agree with Dan. Best brisket in the area. I drive across town at least once per month to partake. Don't forget the cheese muffins.

torrin w.torrin watkins: Ask for Sarah, she's a great waitress!! I enjoyed the chopped brisket.

Central BBQ is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

7. Central BBQ

8.7
2249 Central Ave, Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · Cooper Young · 173 tips and reviews

Jo Ann S.Jo Ann Sabbagh: Beef brisket was so tender I cut it with my fork.

Jose C.Jose Carias: Hands down best bbq in Memphis. From brisket to nachos to charcuterie, to mix wet and dry ribs. Also visit their Summer Ave and South Main locations

Kenny U.Kenny Ugel: Pulled pork nachos, ribs, brisket; it's all great. The best BBQ in Memphis.

One & Only BBQ is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

8. One & Only BBQ

8.2
567 Perkins Extd, Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · 39 tips and reviews

ChrisChris: Brisket sandwich with fries is great, if a bit greasy. BBQ quesadilla sounds strange but tastes amazing.

Wesley S.Wesley Smith: Best bed brisket I've ever had!!

Crystal S.Crystal S.: Coming from a girl born and raised in Texas, this BBQ brisket was terrible. Potato salad was good. I give it a "meh" overall.

Corky's BBQ is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

9. Corky's BBQ

8.4
5259 Poplar Ave (inside the 240 loop, near White Station), Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · 85 tips and reviews

Elaine C.Elaine Clark: Awesome fall off the bone Ribs and Beef Brisket!!!

Bob B.Bob Bakken: Love the BBQ Beef Brisket here although I don’t do the coleslaw that most do. Always impressed with how quick the food comes out to you here. Best BBQ place around!

Paul N.Paul Novarese: Beef brisket was surprisingly good for a Memphis bbq joint

A&R Barbeque is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

10. A&R Barbeque

7.7
1802 Elvis Presley Blvd (Lyceum Rd), Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · 16 tips and reviews

Denise & MichaelDenise & Michael: Excellent turkey and brisket! Also the best cole slaw.

Brad B.Brad Barrish: BBQ brisket sandwich (spicy with coleslaw) and fried okra was awesome.

Desiree N.Desiree Nelson: We had the half rack pulled pork sandwich AND the tips. It was AMAZING cooked to order and the okra is breaded and made in house. Simply to die for.

Top's Bar-B-Q is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

11. Top's Bar-B-Q

8.3
3970 Rhodes Ave (Getwell), Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · 5 tips and reviews

Jen S.Jen Simmons Clarke: New on the menu: ribs and brisket.

The Commercial AppealThe Commercial Appeal: The cheeseburgers here are cheap and delicious. Some of the best in Memphis.

Aubra F.Aubra F: Get slaw & sauce on your sandwich. It's the only way.

Cozy Corner is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

12. Cozy Corner

8.8
745 N Parkway, Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · North Memphis · 64 tips and reviews

Lena M.Lena Mac: Try the brisket with cheese

Matt B.Matt Brady: Had the ribs, brisket and banana pudding. All were excellent, appreciated how the brisket was sliced thin and incorporated a great BBQ sauce. Ribs had a great smoke ring and sauced very well.

Matt F.Matt F: Better than any of the "famous" places. Great people, great food ( had ribs, better than rendezvous, wings were outstanding, banana pudding amazing) EAT HERE!!!!

The Bar-B-Q Shop is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

13. The Bar-B-Q Shop

7.7
1782 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · Idlewild-East End Historic · 91 tips and reviews

Satyen V.Satyen Vora: Fn A. Brisket sandwich is the best. Spicy sauce is the way to go. Well done, crew.

Libby H.Libby Harrison: We had the ribs, shoulder sandwich and the beef brisket just under 1 hour ago. The sauce is mouth watering. DELICIOUS, DELICIOUS, and more DELICIOUS!!!!!!

Joe B.Joe Brown: I always order pulled pork on Texas toast, no slaw. Add some extra mild sauce, it is great. Wife does the same, but with beef brisket.

Einstein Bros Bagels is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

14. Einstein Bros Bagels

8.5
4631 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN
Bagel Shop · 8 tips and reviews

Kevin J.Kevin J: The Texas Brisket breakfast bagel was delicious.

RaquelRaquel: Fresh delicious bagels with a comfy versatile atmosphere! You can come alone and chill or bring a friend or hang with a small group! I love sitting on the patio!

Lauren B.Lauren B: Buy an Einstein's coffee mug to get $1.10 refills!

Firehouse Subs is one of The 15 Best Places for Brisket in Memphis.

15. Firehouse Subs

8.6
5062 Park Ave, Memphis, TN
Sandwich Spot · 13 tips and reviews

Gavin A.Gavin Anderson: The Smokehouse Beef & Cheddar Brisket is my all-time favorite sub!

Geek N.Geek Noire: Best Firehouse I've ever been to. Get the Firehouse Hero. Delicious!

James O.James Osborne: Try the new Coca Cola drink dispenser, 100 different drink options, orange coke is great!