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Payne's Bar-B-Que Barbecue Restaurant ·$

Highly acclaimed for the best chopped & pulled pork sandwiches and smoked sausages, Payne's Bar-B-Que outshines all others in Memphis. Succulent pieces of tender meat, perfectly marinated and slowly cooked for hours served with home-made bread will simply leave to spellbound. Scrumptious side of beans and a variety of sauces offer the perfect add-ons for a wholesome experience. Unpretentious settings and a limited menu await you at this exclusive restaurant where the focus is on all things BBQ.

Phone: (901) 272-1523

Cross Streets: Between Seattle St/Walker Ave and Emmie St

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  • Wed 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

1762 Lamar Ave Memphis, TN 38114 ·618.91 mi

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Amenities

  • Family friendly

Reviews

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4.5 366 reviews
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Mark S. 09/23/26

I've left a review before. I just want to say this is hands down my absolute favorite BBQ place. If I'm within 30 miles of Memphis I'm making a detour. Do yourself a favor and come here

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Brooke A. 05/30/26

What a wonderful little road trip stop--Payne's has a lovely homey vibe to it with a simple menu of items they are truly masterful at making. I got the chopped pork sandwich (another popular...

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Andrea U. 09/30/25

This looked like and felt like an authentic southern barbecue spot We parked right in front of Payne's and placed our order at the window. There was a fee for using credit. They called us when...

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Jack B. 06/05/26

A Memphis institution that been in the same location for over 50 years. It's dive decor but you're not there for atmosphere. You are there for real barbecue. Order at the counter, staff is...

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Dennis O. 09/20/26

If you're traveling and going to spend some time in Memphis, which you should, put Payne's on your to-do list!

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