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West Tennessee’s legendary whole-hog BBQ tradition is the cornerstone of Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint. Pat Martin learned the art and craft of West Tennessee-style smoke and meat 25 years ago in the tiny town of Henderson, TN before making Nashville his home. It became a consuming passion that eventually led to a business when he opened the first Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint in October of 2006 in Nolensville, Tennessee – just south of Nashville. We come in at 5 am, every day, seven days a week. From the sides to the sauces, everything is made from scratch every single day – You’ll never find a freezer or microwave in our kitchens. But the bar-b-que actually starts a day ahead, as the process for smoking whole hogs simply can’t be rushed.
Big roadhouse-style eatery known for its whole-hog pit-fired BBQ with chicken, tacos, and burgers.
Hours
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 410 4th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201
Phone: (615) 288-0880
Website: https://www.martinsbbqjoint.com/downtown-nashville?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=Yext
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Reservations: tripleseat.com
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Reviews
tarek hamami
Power out. Heat gone. I’m surviving off vibes and my phone charger. I end up at Martin’s BBQ on 4th Ave. I’ve been to Martin’s before, just not this one and yes, I went twice in the same day. I’m alone in a hotel. This is self care.
Downstairs:
Sat at the bar and immediately felt like I had committed a crime. Every sip of my beer triggered another “so what are you ordering?” like I was squatting illegally. Relax. I ordered the two meat, two side tray and received what can only be described as BBQ appetizers. $35for exactly three(yes that is 3) brisket slices and a shy piece of chicken that looked nervous to be there.
Also education moment: several staff members did not know what was in the food. The mac & cheese has bacon grease in it. No one knew this. I’m not a devout Muslim. I’m not Muslim at all. But I do like knowing what I’m putting into my body. Call me crazy.
Upstairs:
A spiritual awakening. Cool space. Great people. Actual joy. I ordered food to go and somehow got more food, better food, for less money. Same building. Different dimension. Science can’t explain it.
Also BIG BIG BIG HIGHLIGHT: taco brisket. Those would be my last meal. I can cry thinking about those.
I will def come back, like i was genuinely mind blown by how cool the upstairs were. But also the staff was more cool and kind up there. I know probably by accident and the people down there did not mean bad. Just can we not ask a man 3 times in 10 minutes WHAT HE WANTS TO EAT!!!
Im single not cause I’m ugly I’m just tired of nagging!!!!
… moreDownstairs:
Sat at the bar and immediately felt like I had committed a crime. Every sip of my beer triggered another “so what are you ordering?” like I was squatting illegally. Relax. I ordered the two meat, two side tray and received what can only be described as BBQ appetizers. $35for exactly three(yes that is 3) brisket slices and a shy piece of chicken that looked nervous to be there.
Also education moment: several staff members did not know what was in the food. The mac & cheese has bacon grease in it. No one knew this. I’m not a devout Muslim. I’m not Muslim at all. But I do like knowing what I’m putting into my body. Call me crazy.
Upstairs:
A spiritual awakening. Cool space. Great people. Actual joy. I ordered food to go and somehow got more food, better food, for less money. Same building. Different dimension. Science can’t explain it.
Also BIG BIG BIG HIGHLIGHT: taco brisket. Those would be my last meal. I can cry thinking about those.
I will def come back, like i was genuinely mind blown by how cool the upstairs were. But also the staff was more cool and kind up there. I know probably by accident and the people down there did not mean bad. Just can we not ask a man 3 times in 10 minutes WHAT HE WANTS TO EAT!!!
Im single not cause I’m ugly I’m just tired of nagging!!!!
Jason Everett
I stopped by Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint, which feels like the quintessential Nashville BBQ place. Nice servers, quick service, and very popular.
I got the Kid Brother sampler that “feeds one,” with 6 oz. of pork, 6 oz. of beef brisket, and two sides. The brisket was great. The pork was okay. The mac and cheese was good. I wasn’t a big fan of the cornbread hoecake. To me, it was dry and didn’t have much flavor.
I ordered to-go and used the online menu for reference, which didn’t list prices, so I was surprised by the $35 price point. It was a bit much for me, but understandable for a Nashville location.
… moreI got the Kid Brother sampler that “feeds one,” with 6 oz. of pork, 6 oz. of beef brisket, and two sides. The brisket was great. The pork was okay. The mac and cheese was good. I wasn’t a big fan of the cornbread hoecake. To me, it was dry and didn’t have much flavor.
I ordered to-go and used the online menu for reference, which didn’t list prices, so I was surprised by the $35 price point. It was a bit much for me, but understandable for a Nashville location.
Paul Luckett
It was tourist barbeque. You would be hard-pressed to name a form of cooking more intimate than BBQ. It’s what we do for friends in our backyard. So there’s a warmth and artistry you come to expect from a medium that people put their heart and soul into.
But this was more sterile, commercial, and mass produced. The setting was great. The restaurant had a rustic feel, yet clean and well spaced out. We were initially met by a warm, friendly greeter and were immediately made comfortable. But that’s where the authenticity ended. Interactions became increasingly distant and more like an assembly line. There was not another human touch point after receiving our food.
The food came out fast—almost too fast. The ingredients were obviously high quality. It was well seasoned but arrived to the table tepid. Even with that, it was better than average. Had it been hot, it may have even been considered good, but not “someone put their foot in that” good.
Overall, we weren’t disappointed, but we weren’t delighted either.
… moreBut this was more sterile, commercial, and mass produced. The setting was great. The restaurant had a rustic feel, yet clean and well spaced out. We were initially met by a warm, friendly greeter and were immediately made comfortable. But that’s where the authenticity ended. Interactions became increasingly distant and more like an assembly line. There was not another human touch point after receiving our food.
The food came out fast—almost too fast. The ingredients were obviously high quality. It was well seasoned but arrived to the table tepid. Even with that, it was better than average. Had it been hot, it may have even been considered good, but not “someone put their foot in that” good.
Overall, we weren’t disappointed, but we weren’t delighted either.
Melanie Jensen
Martin’s BBQ Joint in Nashville offers a great setup with both upstairs and downstairs seating, making it comfortable for everyone. You place your order at the counter and the food is brought to your table, unless you choose to sit at the bar upstairs where you can enjoy full service. The upstairs bar is well-stocked with 20–30 beers on tap, all served extra cold, which is a huge plus.
The food was excellent across the board. The brisket was absolutely amazing, the jalapeño cheddar sausage was packed with flavor, and the hoedown cornbread was a standout side. The ribs were also very good, though worth noting they’re served dry rub style without sauce—something to keep in mind depending on your preference.
Service was efficient and friendly. Even with a full upstairs bar area, two bartenders kept things moving smoothly, making it easy to grab a drink or order more food. Overall, Martin’s delivers a fantastic BBQ experience with great food, a wide drink selection, and a comfortable atmosphere.
… moreThe food was excellent across the board. The brisket was absolutely amazing, the jalapeño cheddar sausage was packed with flavor, and the hoedown cornbread was a standout side. The ribs were also very good, though worth noting they’re served dry rub style without sauce—something to keep in mind depending on your preference.
Service was efficient and friendly. Even with a full upstairs bar area, two bartenders kept things moving smoothly, making it easy to grab a drink or order more food. Overall, Martin’s delivers a fantastic BBQ experience with great food, a wide drink selection, and a comfortable atmosphere.
Andy Tunatin
Somehow I ended up on an unscheduled tour of American BBQ joints this week. 1-20-26 landed us in Nashville; and front and center at Martin’s for lunch.
The Great: Employees were exceptionally helpful and friendly. As soon as you walk in the door Man A was front and center with a smile and menu. He directed us to the counter where another equally happy group of associates took our order, gave us our drinks and directed us to our tables. Their staff we encountered are the definition of “southern hospitality”.
The “One and Done”: Ordered brisket, green beans, and corn bread. I was pretty sure from other venues I had eaten brisket at that there was supposed to be meat somewhere on that product. This brisket was 80% fat. The meat part was nowhere to be found. The sauces were so so. Watery and bland. The spicy sauce was spicy, but that’s the only notable trait I found in the three types I sampled. Nothing exciting like you would think you would find in a “birth of the genre” area bbq joint. Corn bread pancake was dried out like the straw on a corn broom. Green beans – I have a prejudice against vegetables so they were a non starter before I even speared one; so they’ll never get a thumbs up from me. The pulled pork was drier than a cardboard milk carton in a blast furnace. The bread was fresh and pretty good so there was that to compliment.
If “Pedestrian” was a descriptor for pedestrian lunches then that would wrap the meal up in one word.
Nothing was abhorrent, but nothing was great either so we were a little let down with the food.
The people there are fantastic and the atmosphere is fun and upbeat so they’ve gone above and beyond on their staffing. As a fat man in search of that other worldly BBQ experience, the food is the main event though, so unfortunately they missed it on this stop.
Thanks for the try and the laughs while we were there!
The Tuna
… moreThe Great: Employees were exceptionally helpful and friendly. As soon as you walk in the door Man A was front and center with a smile and menu. He directed us to the counter where another equally happy group of associates took our order, gave us our drinks and directed us to our tables. Their staff we encountered are the definition of “southern hospitality”.
The “One and Done”: Ordered brisket, green beans, and corn bread. I was pretty sure from other venues I had eaten brisket at that there was supposed to be meat somewhere on that product. This brisket was 80% fat. The meat part was nowhere to be found. The sauces were so so. Watery and bland. The spicy sauce was spicy, but that’s the only notable trait I found in the three types I sampled. Nothing exciting like you would think you would find in a “birth of the genre” area bbq joint. Corn bread pancake was dried out like the straw on a corn broom. Green beans – I have a prejudice against vegetables so they were a non starter before I even speared one; so they’ll never get a thumbs up from me. The pulled pork was drier than a cardboard milk carton in a blast furnace. The bread was fresh and pretty good so there was that to compliment.
If “Pedestrian” was a descriptor for pedestrian lunches then that would wrap the meal up in one word.
Nothing was abhorrent, but nothing was great either so we were a little let down with the food.
The people there are fantastic and the atmosphere is fun and upbeat so they’ve gone above and beyond on their staffing. As a fat man in search of that other worldly BBQ experience, the food is the main event though, so unfortunately they missed it on this stop.
Thanks for the try and the laughs while we were there!
The Tuna
Slash ///////
His place for BBQ. Really liked the brisket tacos.
Ribs were ok. Liked some of their sauces. Potato salad and baked beans were ok. Mostly, other than the tacos, food was ok. Prices were high, probably based on location downtown. But didn’t feel I got the experience based on price. Some feel otherwise, I just didn’t get it.
Didn’t like the fudge mud pie. Seemed like it was mailed in by whoever made it.
… moreRibs were ok. Liked some of their sauces. Potato salad and baked beans were ok. Mostly, other than the tacos, food was ok. Prices were high, probably based on location downtown. But didn’t feel I got the experience based on price. Some feel otherwise, I just didn’t get it.
Didn’t like the fudge mud pie. Seemed like it was mailed in by whoever made it.
Zab Eton
I wanted smoked brisket for a while. My wife doesn’t like BBQ, but she was forced to come here with me because I invited her Italian pasta. Jejejeje.
I liked this place. Very good vibes, specially from the guys who take the orders.
The food is good. I wanted to try more things, but the brisket, beans and BBQ sauce were good.
The table and other items on it were greasy, apparently, from other customers. I would appreciate more care there.
Everything else, good.
Recommended. I’ll be back.
… moreI liked this place. Very good vibes, specially from the guys who take the orders.
The food is good. I wanted to try more things, but the brisket, beans and BBQ sauce were good.
The table and other items on it were greasy, apparently, from other customers. I would appreciate more care there.
Everything else, good.
Recommended. I’ll be back.
Robert McGrath
Loved the country casual atmosphere and music. Very friendly staff. Food came quick. It’s very basic bbq though. I got the brisket cornbread taco and the meat was very tender and had a nice char and smoky flavor and was topped with coleslaw which was fresh and tasty. Overall, not bad. I also ordered the blueberry lemon cocktail which was the right balance of flavors and alcohol but heavy on the ice. My wife got the pulled pork tray. It did not look appetizing at all but I guess it looked like a pulled pork tray as menu states. It was tender but a bit bland so definitely needs some of the house bbq sauce which is probably intent. It came with green beans that looked like the canned stuff they served us in high school cafeteria. It also came with two slices of white bread that, again, looked like high school cafeteria fare. Finally, the wings were meaty and crispy but they are dry rub which we like in general but not crazy about this particular flavor. This was our first time in Nashville so wanted to try something ‘Nashville’ and while establishment atmosphere hit the mark, the food simply wasn’t as special as we hoped.
… moreKevin S
Hands down the best barbecue I have had. I am picky and usually smoke my own. Martin’s beats me.
We ordered a sampler of ribs, pulled pork, brisket, fries, and mac and cheese. Every item was cooked right. Brisket had a clean pull and bark. Ribs were tender with deep smoke. Pork was juicy and well seasoned. The sides tasted scratch-made, especially the mac and cheese.
They cook West Tennessee whole hog the old way, a fresh hog on the pit each day, smoked over local hickory for up to 22 to 24 hours. You taste that care in every bite. 
Tip for visitors. Come early, some items can sell out because everything is made from scratch daily. If you are in Nashville, this is a must. 
… moreWe ordered a sampler of ribs, pulled pork, brisket, fries, and mac and cheese. Every item was cooked right. Brisket had a clean pull and bark. Ribs were tender with deep smoke. Pork was juicy and well seasoned. The sides tasted scratch-made, especially the mac and cheese.
They cook West Tennessee whole hog the old way, a fresh hog on the pit each day, smoked over local hickory for up to 22 to 24 hours. You taste that care in every bite. 
Tip for visitors. Come early, some items can sell out because everything is made from scratch daily. If you are in Nashville, this is a must. 
Ryan P
Great place to grab a quality bite to eat out. Brisket burger by far was one of the best burgers I’ve ever had, incredible. Pulled pork sandwich was also a hit. Ambiance was great and all the food was quick and very delicious!
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