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

1. Charles Vergos' Rendezvous

8.3
52 S 2nd St (at Union Ave), Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · Downtown Memphis · 244 tips and reviews

Douglas M.Douglas M.: Have the best of both worlds.. Get the ribs and shoulder combination.. Dry ribs, sauced shoulder.. Wow

Rich G.Rich Gallagher: Known for the Ribs, which are a must, but I still have dreams about the cheese and sausage appetizer - fantastic.

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

Blues City Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Ribs in Memphis.

2. Blues City Cafe

8.7
138 Beale St (at 2nd St), Memphis, TN
Bar · Downtown Memphis · 154 tips and reviews

Jens P.Jens Petersen: The "Best Meal on Beale" is amazing. The ribs are made perfectly and the catfish tastes amazing.

Rebecca S.Rebecca Seligstein: Good option for late night food. The best ribs on Beale, but I would go with the chili and tamales. Some of the best in Mem. Also the stuffed mushrooms & catfish are delicious.

Jim A.Jim Anderson: Try the Best Meal On Beale - A slab of ribs, a fried catfish filet, beans, slaw, fries and Texas toast. What's not to like? (via @Foodspotting)

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

3. Central BBQ

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

Chris K.Chris Kelley: Best BBQ in Memphis...ribs and turkey are my favorite. Great beers tap.

Brantley D.Brantley Davidson: My favorite ribs in Memphis. Perfect for a Saturday college football game day.

JamesJames: Absolutely one of the best places for BBQ in the 901. The ribs, pulled pork platter, and BBQ nachos are all excellent choices.

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

4. Central BBQ

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

Chuck W.Chuck Westfall: Try the Ghost River beer with a slab of ribs and some onion rings. Be sure to bring your friends and your appetite!

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!

Connie H.Connie Haro: Beef brisket and ribs were super yummy! Friendly staff and a convenient location! Definitely worth the stop!

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

5. The Bar-B-Q Shop

8.0
1782 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · Idlewild-East End Historic · 91 tips and reviews

DjPharmDDjPharmD: Try the Ribs! This is the best BBQ spot in the world!!!!

Joseph D.Joseph Davis: The best BBQ sandwiches, ribs and rib tips in Memphis. Get the BBQ sandwich on Texas toast with the cole slaw or you're not getting it right! Their beans and cole slaw are so good on their own and I'v

Emily A.Emily Adams: Best BBQ in Memphis. Glazed ribs are to die for. Make sure you ask for your pork pulled instead of chopped on a sandwich. And get Texas Toast, not a bun.

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

6. Cozy Corner

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

julijuli: BEST BBQ ribs in Memphis- without a doubt.

Frank M.Frank Mayne: Get ribs with bbq spaghetti and slaw with some banana pudding for dessert!

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!!!!

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

7. Corky's BBQ

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

Hugh M.Hugh McCulloch: Dry ribs are the way to go... awesome.

ChristianChristian: Apple BBQ sauce was Great! The dry rub ribs, catfish, Mac & cheese were all great! The banana pudding was a delicious note to end on.

Adam W.Adam Wynn: Get the ribs and catfish combo (with Mac and cheese). Both items are tops! I like dry rub ribs, and these do not disappoint.

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

8. Tom's Bar-B-Q

8.2
4087 Getwell Road (E. Raines Rd.), Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · 35 tips and reviews

Allen B.Allen Baxter: It was great to eat here, I tried a little of the pulled pork, the ribs, and the ham which were all delicious! Don't drive by this place!

Robert H.Robert Holley: The rib tips are great

Greg C.Greg Chan: Get the rib tips they are to die for I don't know what special rub they put on it but they are so good

B.B. King's Blues Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Ribs in Memphis.

9. B.B. King's Blues Club

8.4
143 Beale St, Memphis, TN
Jazz and Blues Venue · Downtown Memphis · 126 tips and reviews

Taylor B.Taylor Broz: Some of the best food my family has had in a long time. The boys say these are the best ribs they've ever had. We will definitely be back!

Erin W.Erin Willis: This place is my FAVORITE on Beale. Live music is incredible. Ribs are the best in town. Definitely recommend!

Jim R.Jim Ross: Live band and ribs are to die for!

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

10. Marlowe's Ribs & Restaurant

7.7
4381 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · 55 tips and reviews

Teri M.Teri Myers: Ribs, pulled pork, and onion rings are good!

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

Mike D.Mike Dyer: Best ribs and bbq, we have ever had! A lot of amazing food for a very reasonable price! The staff is very friendly, and they have a pink limo to come to ur hotel and pick u up!!!!

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

11. One & Only BBQ

7.9
1779 Kirby Pkwy #1A (Poplar), Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · Greenlawn · 35 tips and reviews

Paul N.Paul Novarese: Fantastic dry ribs. Twice-baked potato salad is a winner. Excellent service all around.

Tiffany L.Tiffany Langston: Ribs are delicious! You can pick deviled eggs as a side for a plate/combo - you'll get 5 halves. Don't miss the twice baked potato salad

William T.William Thompson: Rib special is a great price for some of what I think are some of the best Ribs in town...I have been a memphian for over 20 years...so I know barbecue!

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

12. One & Only BBQ

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

James M.James M.: I had the full rack ribs with the twice baked potato salad and bbq baked beans. Everything was 100%, absolutely, without a doubt or hesitation, DELICIOUS!!!

Elías C.Elías Correa: El sabor de BBQ es excelente. La costilla y la quesadilla me encantaron.

Charles H.Charles Harris: Bbq ribs for me

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

13. A&R Barbeque

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

Deb C.Deb Crandall: Awesome ribs

SwinnySwinny: Def pick the ribs over the pulled pork sandwhich.

Southern LivingSouthern Living: Made our South's Best List! Order the perfect plate of half slab pork ribs, rib tips, and a chopped pork sandwich. Read more.

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

14. Jim & Nicks BBQ

8.9
2359 N Germantown Pkwy (at Market Plaza Dr), Cordova, TN
BBQ Joint · 43 tips and reviews

Dalton D.Dalton Davis: The baby back ribs are to die for

Steven W.Steven Walker: Chicken fried chicken and of course their ribs!!!

Larry B.Larry Bryant: I've only been once with my father. The ribs were really good. Oh and don't let me forget about their lemon pie. It's jaw dropping delicious. I've gotta go back one of these days

Jim Neely's Interstate Bar-B-Que is one of The 15 Best Places for Ribs in Memphis.

15. Jim Neely's Interstate Bar-B-Que

7.5
2265 S 3rd St (off I-55), Memphis, TN
BBQ Joint · 46 tips and reviews

Holli C.Holli Conley: The BBQ nachos, ribs, and the sock it to me cake was great! Definitely leave room for the sock it to me cake!

Kenneth R.Kenneth Roberson: Beef ribs and California beef links are great for those of us that don't eat pork!!!!

Ninah R.Ninah Randolph: Potato salad was really good. Pork ribs and sliced beef also good but had too much sauce.