On the Road: Jack’s Bar-B-Que in Nashville

If you’re planning to road trip to catch LSU’s showdown with Vanderbilt in Nashville this weekend, you might want to take a detour downtown to eat at Jack’s Bar-B-Que. It’s easy to find this world-famous joint on Broadway Street: Just look for the iconic neon sign adorned with flying pigs sporting hats. Once inside the door, it’s your senses that’ll be flying, as you inhale the rich smell of roasting meats. Famous for their simple but incredibly delicious menu, Jack’s serves up mouthwatering barbecue from pork shoulder to smoked Texas Sausage with solid, traditional sides. Their beef brisket is legendary as a melt-in-your-mouth experience, and their ribs are so tender that they literally fall off the bone. Although they eschew smothering their ‘cue in too much sauce, you can grab some of their award-winning concoctions to take the flavor of Nashville home with you. Downtown Jack’s Bar-B-Que, 416 Broadway, Nashville TN. (615) 254-5715 (Photo courtesy Jack’s)