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3. Corky's Bar-B-Q

5259 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119  (Map)
901-685-9744 · 800-926-7597 · FAX: 901-685-1102

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Exterior of Corky's in Memphis

 

Corky's was quite simply our hands-down favorite.
Southern Living Photo by Staff Photographer. ©2010. All Rights Reserved.


EAST MEMPHIS.   The original location of a now-regional chain, Corky's can ship to you if you're not near a franchise. However, when you're in Memphis, you won't mind waiting in line for the place's incredible pulled pork shoulder barbecue. Whether you choose ribs or a pork platter, you're sure to get a tasty, lip-smacking meal. Go early to avoid crowds, and don't forget to check out walls papered with customer endorsements.   (© 10Best)

More Details for Corky's Bar-B-Q

Hours:

Sun-Thu 10:45am-9:30pm; Fri-Sat 10:45am-10pm


Pricing:

Average Main Course Price: $7.00


Payment Methods:

Visa Master Card Discover American Express Diner's Club

Website: Visit the Corky's Bar-B-Q website »


Alcohol Served: Beer

Ambiance: Casual, Fun / Festive, Loud

Cuisine: American, Local Specialty

Dining Style: Family Style

Dress: Casual

Features: Bar / Lounge, Bar Dining, Catering, Family Friendly, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking, Take Out

Meals: Dinner, Lunch

Parking: On-site

Reservations: Not Accepted

Type: Barbecue

User Reviews for Corky's Bar-B-Q

 "Di2010"
more than a month ago

Pleasantly surprised
Honestly, I was expected Corky's to suck. Given that they're a chain and the associated issues with that - I didn't think they'd bee all that good. I should have thought of Jim and Nick's though (a chain with some amazing food!). Corky's isn't the best in Memphis, but they have some very good things going for them. Their brisket is moist and delicious. Their ribs are what you expect from a Memphis rib (even though they're not as good as Central, Germantown Commissary or the Bar-B-Q Shop). I found their apple-based sauce to be very interesting. At first a very apple-butter taste, but then the barbecue undertone gets you. The best tasting sauce they offer is when you mix the apple with the original. I've only eaten at the Germantown Rd. location, but I was quite happy with them. I'd go again.

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"10Best Guest"
more than a month ago

Best BBQ in Memphis
This is the straight up best BBQ in Memphis!

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"BradH"
more than a month ago

Downhill
18 years ago the pulled pork was served at a post wedding function of mine in Memphis...since then...wow...it tried to franchise and downhill went the quality...sorry...it's just average at best.

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