Corky's - Brentwood, TN

There are many pig fanciers who swear by Corky’s ribs, which are available wet or dry. Wet means bathed in Corky’s spicy red sauce; dry means crusted with a vivid spice mix that serves as a kind of envelope to hold all the sweet juices and smoke flavor inside. Also on the menu are hot tamales with chili and cheese, as well as beef and chicken barbecue. We have tried the beef and it is pretty darn good; but unless you are kosher, pork is definitely the meat to eat.

72% Approval Rating (25 votes)

Overall: Worth planning a day around

Must Eats

Jumbo BBQ Beef Sandwich ($5.00)

pulled pork ($8.00)

ribs ($12.00)

Bar-B-Que Pulled Chicken Sandwich ($5.00)

Smoked Sausage and Cheese Plate ($8.00)

BBQ Pork Pizza ($7.00)

hot tamales ($6.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

"Corky’s started in Memphis, where it remains one of the city’s premier barbecue parlors. We are thrilled to report that the magic of the meat loses nothing in Nashville. The Corky’s branch in Brentwood (a Music City suburb) serves stupendously delicious pork ..." [Read More].

mlinkinhoker

October 07, 2005

"While Corky's BBQ and ribs are good, the items that have become our favorites are ones that didn't make it into Michael's review and they probably aren't the items one typically goes to a BBQ joint for. Living close by though, we were eating there so regularly that we ..." [Read More].

Logbooks

10/13/2001 - Michael Stern, $8

Map & Directions

100 Franklin Rd., Brentwood, TN
615-373-1020

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Lunch
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	Yes
Alcohol Served:	No
Outdoor Seating:	No
Reservations Accepted:	No
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	Yes

"Corky's barbecue sandwich is served Memphis-style, with the slaw atop the meat inside the bun."
Michael Stern

"This appetizer pizza is loaded with moist pulled pork shoulder. It's served on a cracker-crisp crust, with BBQ sauce and cheese."
ChiTownDiner

"Like this neon sign above the order counter, the flavor of Corky's barbecue has a vivid glow."
Michael Stern

"This smiling guy is just begging to get his cheek pinched at Corky's in Memphis."
ChiTownDiner