Thanks to AnneM for suggesting I try some Memphis style BBQ while I was down here!
If you're laid over in Memphis, ya really should try the food at Tops Bar B Q. They've been in business since 1952, and cook it open pit style, right in the back. They slice off a piece, and chop it up to order. This is 'dry rub' BBQ, not wet like we're used to in the North. They ad a little sauce on top of the meat, then you add the rest. It's spiced just enough to make it interesting, and has a good strong smoky flavor.
For around $5.00 you get a sandwich, fries, coleslaw, or beans, and a drink. For a buck more you upgrade to the jumbo sandwich, which is enough for 2 sandwiches, in my opinion.
There are 14 locations around Memphis, and I went to the one on Bethel Rd, in Olive Branch, MS. They don't have truck parking, but you can park at the Flying J and walk over. They're right in front of the Super 8.
Good stuff!
Dale
If you're laid over in Memphis, ya really should try the food at Tops Bar B Q. They've been in business since 1952, and cook it open pit style, right in the back. They slice off a piece, and chop it up to order. This is 'dry rub' BBQ, not wet like we're used to in the North. They ad a little sauce on top of the meat, then you add the rest. It's spiced just enough to make it interesting, and has a good strong smoky flavor.
For around $5.00 you get a sandwich, fries, coleslaw, or beans, and a drink. For a buck more you upgrade to the jumbo sandwich, which is enough for 2 sandwiches, in my opinion.
There are 14 locations around Memphis, and I went to the one on Bethel Rd, in Olive Branch, MS. They don't have truck parking, but you can park at the Flying J and walk over. They're right in front of the Super 8.
Good stuff!
Dale
