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Peg Leg Porker

Item: Peg Leg Porker
Author: Margaret Littman

Cuisine: American, Barbecue, Southern

Price Range: $

10Best Says

The first thing one will notice about the Peg Leg Porker barbecue restaurant is its name, which derived from owner Carey Bringle, who survived an aggressive form of bone cancer that took his right leg. This experience caused Bringle to change his world outlook and seize every opportunity that he could. Having competed in many BBQ competitions in his life, he opened up Peg Leg Porker under the motto "Limpin' ain't easy." Of course, the restaurant has taken off because of the food, not the story. Bringle has cooked at the James Beard House and helps raise funds for pediatric cancer research.

Address:

903 Gleaves St
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 829-6023

Hours:

Mon-Sat 11am-10pm

Website:

peglegporker.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Margaret Littman
Nashville Local Expert

Barbecue: "Go during off hours (say an early lunch) to avoid the (long) lines."

Best for Barbecue Because: The dry-rub ribs are a locals' must-order dish. Add some to your order.

Main Menu
- Appetizers
  
  Memphis Sushi
  
  Sausage Cheese platter w/saltines ($7.95)
  
  BBQ Nachos
  
  ($7.95)
  
  Cream Cheese & Pepper Jelly w/saltines
  
  ($5.95)
  
  Pimento Cheese w/saltines
  
  ($6.95)
  
  Peg Leg Wings (whole wings)
  
  BBQ, Dry, Hot, Xtra Hot ($8.95)
- Sides
  
  Smoked Green Beans
  
  ($1.95)
  
  French fries
  
  ($1.95)
  
  BBQ Beans
  
  ($1.95)
  
  Slaw
  
  ($1.95)
  
  Mac & Cheese
  
  ($1.95)
- Kids Menu
  
  Slider Sandwich and side and drink
  
  ($5.95)
  
  Drinks
  
  ($1.95)
- Lunch Special
  
  BBQ Sandwich, Side and Drink
  
  ($8.90)
- Entrees
  BBQ Sandwich
  
  Pulled pork with sauce and slaw unless othwerwise noted ($5.00)
  
  BBQ Plate
  
  Pulled pork OR Sandwich w/two sides ($9.95)
  
  Yardbird platter
  
  Half Chicken w/2 sides ($10.95)
  
  Ribs
  We got 'em Dry rub or Wet
  
  1/2 Rack: $12.95
  
  Full Rack: $21.95

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