Marlowe's Ribs & Restaurant

You might think that our barbecue smoker runs on just fruit wood, but here at Marlowe's Ribs & Restaurant, we operate on family tradition of over 40 years. Just one mile from Graceland and the Guesthouse, Marlowe's Ribs has the best of both worlds—a local joint with a base of loyal regular custom...

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  • Phone

    (901) 332-4159

  • Website

    marlowesmemphis.com

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  • Type

    BBQ Joint

Address

4381 Elvis Presley Blvd Memphis , TN 38116 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating No
Menus Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 55


Keywords:

barbecue ribs brisket pink limo pink cadillac diner authentic casual corn fritters lively full bar fried green tomatoes pecan pie sandwiches apple pie ice cream sundaes onion rings good for a late night salads gift shop
Joella Rumpza

Fred is an awesome server, the gal in the gift shop rules, and the fried green tomatoes are to die for. Add on the free ride to and fro and you can't beat it.

T H

The best brisket I ever had! And they will pick you up at your hotel in a pink Cadillac , wine and dine you, and then take you back to your hotel .

Kerry Crawford

Marlowe's is one of the more interesting barbecue experience you can have in Memphis (and if you can't get their on your own, they'll come and pick you up). Read more

Big John Krishack

Hands down best in Memphis. The pork shoulder is off the charts and the BBQ pasta is a must try ! Friendly and not a tourist trap... Best part if you are staying in the area they will pick you up

Rodrиго Ривера

Delicious bbq brisket and pecan pie . Family-friendly environment, very homely and full of comfort food . Definitely worth a visit!

Mike Dyer

Best ribs and bbq , we have ever had! A lot of amazing food for a very reasonable price! The staff is very friendly , and they have a pink limo to come to ur hotel and pick u up!!!!

Lee Ann Williams

The ribs were pretty good. The chicken was not cooked all the way. The pulled pork sandwiches were very good. The Mac and cheese is amazing!

Mike Dyer

Hands down, the. Best ribs I have ever had! So tender, they fall of the bone, and melt in ur mouth!!! And you have to try the Pink limo ride to and from ur hotel !!!!

Christine S.

Fantastic pulled pork and ribs loved by locals and tourists alike! Call from your hotel and they'll come pick you up in their Pink Cadillac !

Jason Oliver Adlington

If you like watching your favorite sport while eating delicious and tasty ribs , Marlowe's is the place for you! Half rack ribs + Apple pie w/ ice cream , that will do you for the day.

John L

Go for the combo platter, then load that plate up with ribs and brisket . You can't lose on any of the sides, esp. the mac n' cheese , baked beans , and fried okra .

Dory Maciel

Listen to the best of Elvis toons while eating the ribs and bar-b-que spaghetti ! Guy Fieri had this dish! He was right! Yum!!!!!

Jack Medvedev

Atmosphere! Plus really good ribs . Also... their margaritas are the strongest!

Jimmy Bearden

The absolute best place I have ever eaten in my life! Ask for Vee one of the servers such a great waiter !

Daphne Ganahl

The brisket was great, and the corn fritters are a must eat! Fantastic food and staff is very friendly !

Sandi Pichon

Best BBQ in Memphis! Elvis themed, free pink limo service in the area, FUN place!

Peter Bianchi

Ribs , Brisket and a side of mushrooms all Great!

Karl Moore

I'll put it like this, they cook chicken wings like black folks like them. #Winning

Nightstick

The combo was worth the $ marlows is a fun bbq joint . A must see if in the area.

Janet Hodges

Everything is great! BBQ Pork was awesome. Great service too!

Teri Myers

Ribs , pulled pork , and onion rings are good!

Richard Parnell

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T H

The best brisket ever!

Robert Beezley

The pink Cadillac to the restaurant is the only way to go.

Sandi Pichon

Great bbq , delicious desserts , kickin' drinks!

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T H

Brisket is the best ever!

Smash BurnTone

Not bad until the hair found in the Mac and cheese but, things happen no biggie I guess $21 later 😑

Tamara McDaniel

The lady in the gift shop has a picture of her kissing Elvis Presley. Night!

ᴡ G.

GREAT salads that are bigger than your head! The dressings are delicious!

Sandi Pichon

Try the crIspy creme bananas foster sundae . DELISH!

Lauren Leatherwood

Burgers are sub par, at best, but it was the cockroach than ran across the table as we were finishing our meal that really told the tale. Showed waitress , didn't care AT ALL, or discount the ticket.

William Anderson

Wow, try to find a second stomach to finish off this great BBQ !!!

Chuck

Great food, think I saw Elvis!

Casey Kuntz

Can never go wrong with ribs .

Jason Crumpton

Do not miss out on this BBQ .

Juan Lee

They always have a full bar with the best drinks

Salim Mitha

Chicken is dry. As was the beef brisket . Hmmm...a miss

Donna Blanton

This was Elvis' favorite BBQ place .

⚡ Don Berry 🇺🇸

Get the combo appetizer ! A real southern treat.

Sally Herbert

Try the appitizer combo. It was a great way to try several southern favs'.

nicole C

Order the baked Mac and Cheese . So delicious!

Thomas Madigan

Ribs and fritters

Kristen North

Get the fritters

Sandi Pichon

Delish bbq Great gift shop

April Cincarik

BBQ brisket sandwhich and sauce is excellent!

Tori Rena

Try the fried pickles . Delicious

Carrie Borden

Very good!

Greg Rawlings

Try the Diesel fuel drink at the bar . Made famous by Johnny.

Kristy Ladner

Amazing BBQ sauce !

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