Corky's BBQ

Want to hear a secret? The Wednesday lunch buffet here. It basically includes a little bit of everything except for the ribs, which I love, and love to eat when the Wednesday lunch buffet is not going on. Even when you walk in the door on a Wednesday afternoon, it won't be apparent that there is a lunch buffet on Wednesday, as the set up is behind some partitions. However, I can assure you that it exists, and it is phantasmagorical. You're welcome.

My wife and I are not BBQ fans, but when out-of-state friends/relatives visit and ask about Memphis' FAMOUS BBQ, our go-to is Corky's.So, in August 2024, when our cousin from Nassau County, NY visited and wanted to sample Memphis-Style BBQ, we placed a To-Go Order at the Corky's in Cordova, TN (less than a mile from our home).FOOD: We ordered a Corky's Captain Don Dinner because it had a sample of four meats and sides for only $35 and we added a couple of additional sides. Our To-Go Order came to $40.EXPERIEANCE: To-Go Orders are picked up at the bar. On this Friday evening, picking-up our To-Go Order was a DELIGHTFUL Experience because Ms Stacy Justice was working the bar. There were three gentlemen at the bar (one eating, one drinking/while his wife was at a local beauty pallor, and me waiting for a To-Go Order). Somehow, Stacy managed to engage and weave all three of us into a conversation that was a funny and quick-bonding experience for three guys who will probably never meet again. .04

First time here and we enjoyed the meal!My wife does not like ribs, but really enjoyed these!! That is amazing in itself. We had the captain Don's with ribs, brisket, pulled chicken and pork. All were very well seasons and the brisket was very tender and not very fatty. Of the sauces I loved the smokin hot, but that is me! The apple bbq sauce is really sweet and you can taste the apple clearly. Very clean and easy place to talk and catch up. Don't be in too much of a hurry as it takes time to get your yummy food. We wish we were living closer to come more. Very friendly servers and a pleasant time.

Cameron was very sweet and professional. Very attentive and not hovering. The food was excellent. I haven't been here in years and I will be back.

Amazing food and service. I got it to go but it was fresh and good. The bartender Trey was really nice and very professional and d accommodating. I will be back.

Corky's Bar-B-Q is a Memphis institution and for good reason. The ribs are to be some of the best in the city, and the other meats are also supposed to be top-notch. The sides are also good, and the prices are reasonable.We showed up near closing,and they allowed us to order from the bar. The bartender was already enjoying a beer and seemed flustered with us. We ordered the big daddy combo but they kept coming back and telling us they were out of this or that. Finally we ended up getting a full rack of ribs and some sausage along with a couple of sides.Although we couldn't dine in, the dinning room seemed nice, and they had a cool bottle cap wall.The ribs were delicious, as expected. The sausage was also good, but not as good as the ribs. The sides were all good, but nothing to write home about. Overall, we had a good experience at Corky's Bar-B-Q. The food was good, but the service was a bit lacking. I would go back, but I would try to go during normal operating hours or at a time when the restaurant is not so busy.

Excellent food and service. Jason was amazing and Stacie, our server was very, very good. I love their food. They have a buffet that is vey enjoyable and not expensive.

This was the most disappointing experience I have had in a long time. I moved from Memphis 5 years ago and am back for business and family, so I had to go to Corky's for BBQ. I have been bragging since I moved to Maine on how Fabulous they were. Well, the ribs were tough. The brisket was overcooked ,the most horrible service I have ever had. Never checked on once, after bad food was received, had to get up and search for someone to get bread we were supposed to have with meal, had to go into service area and get our own napkins, and had to search someone to get a check so we could get out of there. Needless to say, no more bragging, and "IF" I ever come back, will never go there again.

I purchased a full slab of ribs for two, baked beans, and spaghetti about an hour ago. However, when I got home, I discovered that the baked beans were spoiled. I tried to call and speak to a live operator, but when I pressed 1, the recording said my time had expired. I hope someone sees this and contacts management so they can stop selling the baked beans for today.Corky's in Cordova TennesseeThank you,Mushell

Skip this spot. Unclean environment with sticky tables and outdated decor. The BBQ ranks among the worst I've tried clearly been reheated in the microwave. Even the beer was warm. Only saving grace was our hardworking waitress. Save yourself the trouble and dine elsewhere.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​