Jack Cawthon's Bar-B-Que, Barbecue restaurant on Broadway, Nashville, United States.
Jack Cawthon's Bar-B-Que is a barbecue restaurant on Broadway offering Tennessee-style pork shoulder sandwiches, smoked brisket, and ribs topped with house-made sauces. The dining space reflects Southern cooking traditions in its design and setup.
The restaurant opened in 1989 at the corner of Broadway and 1st Avenue as the first casual dining spot in the area. It arrived during a time when the neighborhood was undergoing major changes and new growth.
The place carries on Tennessee barbecue traditions through smoking methods and recipes that reflect regional cooking styles. You can taste these traditional techniques in every dish served here.
The restaurant sits just behind the Ryman Auditorium, making it easy to spot after visiting the venue. Hours change depending on the day of the week, so it helps to check ahead before stopping by.
The restaurant's Texas Sweet Hot Sauce won the award 'The Best Sauce on the Planet' at the American Royal in 2014. This sauce shows the skill and care that goes into every dish prepared here.
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