A barbecue lover's guide to DeSoto County
24 Apr / 2025
Updated April 2025
Craving smoky ribs, pulled pork and all the fixings? DeSoto County, Mississippi, is home to some of the best barbecue joints in our region. Get your wet wipes ready! Your next meal is going to be seriously good.
Memphis Barbecue Company (Horn Lake)
Renowned pitmaster Melissa Cookston’s Memphis Barbecue Company has taken the world by storm. Check out the restaurant’s popular ribs, pulled pork and brisket dishes.
Jim Neely’s Interstate Bar-B-Q (Southaven)
For decades, legendary pitmaster Jim Neely has been serving up some of the best bites around. Interstate Bar-B-Q is known for its delicious barbecue sandwiches, ribs and spaghetti (trust us!).
Alex Farms (Olive Branch)
This family owned restaurant may be known for its chicken salad, but it also boasts a top-notch selection of barbecue. From beef brisket and ribs to pulled pork and chicken, Alex Farms’ menu is smoked to perfection.
Central BBQ (Southaven)
Since opening in 2002, Central BBQ has been the No. 1 spot for many looking for barbecue in Memphis – and now, you can find its goodness at Silo Square. The secret to Central BBQ’s success? The smoke is in the sauce!
Corky’s Ribs & BBQ (Olive Branch)
Another Memphis staple that has made its way to DeSoto County is Corky's. This beloved restaurant has been serving old-fashioned hickory and charcoal barbecue and ribs for over 30 years.
One & Only BBQ (Southaven)
This restaurant not only has delicious ribs and barbecue sandwiches but also offers wildly popular desserts, such as Millie’s Banana Pudding. The restaurant sells over 8,000 half pans of the sweet treat a year!
Tops BBQ (Southaven & Olive Branch)
Since 1951, Tops BBQ has been serving Mid-Southerners quality products cooked the same way – with hardwood, charcoal and green hickory. Come for the mouth-watering, slow-cooked barbecue and stay for the fresh ground hamburgers, cheese fries and apple turnovers.
Are you searching for some legendary barbecue? Look no further than DeSoto County!